ROCK: Dire Straits founder David Knopfler, above, is playing an intimate gig at Liverpool’s Live Lounge tonight. With 10 solo CDs under his belt, he has enjoyed the respect and admiration of his musical peers, widespread critical acclaim, international awards and worldwide chart successes. The guitarist is also a lifelong member of Amnesty International and Adopt a Minefield.Baby Blue, Albert Dock, tickets £12 adv /£15 door, 0844 8000 410.
THEATRE: LazyTown Live! returns with its Pirate Adventure in a family show that promises star-jumps, power-moves, laugh out-loud fun, sing-along songs and dancing in the aisles. You’ll be transported onto the high seas through a story full of parrots, Pieces of Eight and buried treasure.Empire Theatre until July 21, tickets £12-£28.50, 0844 847 2525.
POP: All five original members of Irish boy band Boyzone are on stage tonight, with special guest Eoghan Quigg, from X-Factor.Echo Arena Liverpool, tickets £32.50 plus booking fee, 0844 8000 400.
