Vibe's Angie Quinn takes a look at what's happening in soth east London and north Kent this weekend (October 11 and 12)

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Ed Sheeran at The O2 Arena, Greenwich from Sunday

The intensely-talented musician kicks off a series of gigs this Sunday with a live performance not to be missed. Go to theo2.co.uk

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The Pied Piper of Hamelin at Blackheath Halls, 3pm on Saturday

Follow the classic tale set in the rat run town of Hamelin, presented by the Treasure Trove Theatre. Suitable for children aged 4 and up. Tickets cost £7. Go to blackheathhalls.com

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Carmel at The Albany, Deptford on Saturday

In celebration of her new single, Carmel will be performing live with her new band for an evening of bright bluesy music. Doors open at 7:30pm. Go to thealbany.org.uk

Gingham Goose Autumn Craft Market at Hayes Village Hall, 10.30am to 4pm on Saturday

A number of stalls will be available along with and a charming tea room to relax and enjoy delicious homemade cakes and refreshments.

Shaped In Mexico at The Oxo Tower on Saturday and Sunday

The five day exhibition of Latin America’s most fashionable artists, world-recognised designers and innovative musicians draws to a close this weekend. Go to shapedinmexico.com

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Agatha Christie’s Black Coffee at The Churchill Theatre, Bromley on Saturday

Heartbeat’s Jason Durr adopts the famous moustache to play Poirot in the mystery. atgtickets.com/bromley

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The Woman in Black at The Orchard Theatre, Dartford on Saturday

After an amazing 25 years in London’s West End, the eerie play comes to Kent to spook audiences before Halloween. Go to orchardtheatre.co.uk 

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Billy Smart’s Circus at Danson Park, Bexleyheath, until Sunday (October 12)

The country’s most famous circus returns, with the Flying Aces, the Cuban Havana Troupe and their bar and swing act, aerialist Alina Eskina, acrobats The Extreme Brothers, clown Jonny Bogino and more. Adult tickets from £9. Go to billy-smarts-circus.co.uk or call 0113 260 2444

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One Direction: Where We Are concert film at Showcase Cinema, Bluewater, on Saturday and Sunday (October 11 and 12).

The mega pop group’s world tour stops by north Kent, via the cinema screen, with never seen before backstage footage. Screenings at 1pm, 3.30pm and 6pm Saturday and 1pm Sunday. Tickets from £10. Go to showcasecinemas.co.uk

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Great Comp Garden’s Autumn Extravaganza from 11am to 5pm on Saturday and Sunday (October 11 and 12)

The pretty garden’s second annual event will showcase gardens and ornaments as well as lots of local artisan producers and craft people. Normal entrance fees apply. Go to greatcompgarden.co.uk

The Baby and Toddler Show at Bluewater

New and expectant parents can pick up everything they need to give their baby the best start. There will be lots of advice, special deals and more than 150 top brands to test, try, compare and buy. It’s open 10am to 5pm both Saturday and Sunday. Entry costs £10. Go to bluewater.co.uk

Author Michael Grant signing books at Waterstones in Bluewater, from 1pm on Saturday (October 11).

The bestselling author of the Gone series will sign copies of his new book Messenger of Fear, the first in a chilling new series.

Shaolin Cultural Festival at the London Soccerdome in Greenwich on Saturday and Sunday (October 11 and 12).

The third annual show will see all kinds of martial arts performed by Shaolin monks as well as other attractions to strengthen the cultural exchange between China and the UK. Go to shaolintempleuk.org

Bromley Comedy Club at The Churchill’s Studio Theatre, Bromley, on Saturday (October 11).

This week’s headliner is Paul McCaffrey, as seen on Russell Howard’s Good News. Support comes from Carly Smallman and Nabil Abulrashid while the compere is Julian Deane. Tickets cost £13.40 at atgtickets.com/Bromley