Theatrical royalty in the shape of Dame Judi Dench, Dame Maggie Smith, Sir Kenneth Branagh, Sir Derek Jacobi and Sir Ian McKellen get together for a special evening of chat and much-needed laughter to raise money for theatre charities. It's the kind of event that could only be possible in lockdown – so don't miss it!

All of your chocolate dreams will come true in this tasting event with Rococo. Not only will you be free to sample all of their top chocs, but an expert will be on hand to answer your questions, too.

Always dreamed of being able to make your own music? Go live with award-winning producer DaVinChe as he explains how to craft a beat from scracth and shares his top tips for breaking into the industry.

Grab your two bottles of Malbec and some high-grade steak (both are included in the ticket price) and settle in for a decadent tasting session with famous wine expert Oz Clarke.

Delightfully silly podcast Pappy's Flatshare Slamdown bring the show online for a special episode featuring comedians Nish Kumar and Rosie Jones.

Some huge names are lined up for this comedy fundraiser for anti-hunger charity FareShare, including Nish Kumar, Dara Ó Briain, Rachel Parris and Sara Barron.

Stuck inside on a Friday night again? Don't let lockdown hold you back. Grab your watercolours and a warm mug of cocoa and join Nicole Davey at Winter Wreaths.

Raising money for Women's Aid, beer writer and qualified cicerone Melissa Cole samples five beers brewed by women as attendees drink-along online.

Join this Monday morning event for live music and singing with Jonah, the Librarian for Youth and Teen Services. Some are sing-alongs, some have a little dancing, and others are just for listening.

Over six nights, Imperial Lates are running a series of free workshops and talks on quirky food and drink topics. Explore the intricacies of the human gut, find out what a nutritional scientist actually does and much more.

Give yourself something to look forward to on Monday evenings by tuning into this weekly yoga session led by Olivia Festy.

A super line-up of comedians take to the virtual stage to share their lockdown adventures and raise money for the National Aids Trust.

Don't throw away your fave Christmas jumper because it has a few holes in it – learn how to mend it at this free darning workshop instead.

Take on this Atlantis-themed escape room with a group of pals to see if you can crack it in under an hour.

Start your Christmas prep early by taking part in this workshop led by Jo Malone. Under the guidance of its resident artists, you'll use common materials to create your own personalised crackers.

Fantasy author Neil Gaiman and science writer Carlo Rovelli pair up to tackle life's big questions and muse on the intersectionary nature of art and science.

Collage Club's Steph Hartman demonstrates the infinite uses of mt masking tape and demos some quick homemade decorations in this sociable workshop.

Climb into your favourite Christmas jumper, pour yourself some mulled wine and look forward to some hygge-ready handiwork as Team Sew It host a festive-themed craft-along.

Colourful creativity is what we need to see right now and Marylou Faure's work has plenty of that. The illustrator and artist joins this Q&A to talk about her career and how she developed her own unique style.

Master the art of furoshiki – a Japanese craft that involves using a square cloth to wrap and transport goods – at this workshop led by textile designer Cara Marie Piazza.

Adam Buxton (AKA Britain's favourite podcaster) sits down for a leisurely drink with The Idler to discuss his latest memoir and indulge in some characteristically discursive chat.

Give yourself a full-body workout (and a good excuse for a big brunch afterwards) at this free Sunday morning circuits class with martial artist and gym instructor Pui Lee.

Experience the buzz of live music at this virtual jazz event. If you really want to make a night of it, the ticket includes an option to buy a bespoke gin box with tonics and garnish, too.

Create some Christmassy pottery pieces to give away as gifts or keep for yourself at this hands-on workshop run by Sculptd. The class is free but you'll need to purchase one of their kits beforehand.

Make TV dinners a thing of the past by learning how to create an elegant tablescape with MADE and flower stylist Flheure. The ticket price includes a MADE dinnerset of your choosing plus food and drink for two.

If you're ready to build a venture with carbon emissions reduction as its purpose, then this webinar will demonstrate how Carbon13 supports founders new to the Net Zero economy to play to their strengths, while building credibility in the industry.

Explore subterranean London from the comfort of your sofa on this virtual tour covering twelve underground locations – from secret bunkers to tunnels and crypts.

The Guardian's beloved recipe writer Felicity Cloake hosts a live cookalong with Peta Leith – niece to GBBO's Prue and a seasoned pastry chef in her own right. Learn to whip up a delicious mushroom and hazelnut pithivier with the pair.

Former X-Factor winner Matt Cardle (remember him?) performs some of his favourite tunes live from the rooftop of The Trafalgar St. James Hotel.

Learn how to make a wonderfully intricate paper butterfly with the help of artist Zack McLaughlin. Prior to the workshop Zack will send you a box of materials – unless you choose the 'workshop only' ticket option.

Create some body positive art at this virtual life drawing class held on the fourth Wednesday of every month.