Catch a theatre classic and keep connected - here's five things to do today....

One Man, Two Guvnors

Featuring a Tony Award-winning performance from host of the The Late Late Show, James Corden, tonight you can stream One Man, Two Guvnors in a live recording from The National Theatre. It's free to stream for a week at www.nationaltheatre.org.uk/nt-at-home.

Science and Media Museum

From the social, technological and cultural impact of the internet, to the development of videogaming through the decades, learn all about light and sound technologies and their impact on our lives with the Science and Media Museum, Bradford. Explore the museum from the comfort of your home at blog.scienceandmediamuseum.org.uk.

Try a new hobby - Knitting

If you’ve plenty of time on your hands why not put them to a creative use and get nifty with some needles? Start with a simple scarf and you could be knitting your own Christmas jumper by autumn. Head to You Tube for some great instructional videos.

Charity Work

It can be frustrating being stuck indoors but put that energy to good use and help others There’s lots of ways you can get involved with charities online from virtual birdwatching to becoming someone’s eyes. Try www.saga.co.uk/magazine/money/personal-finance/giving/nine-great-ways-to-volunteer-online.

Virtual Book Club

If you're missing your usual club meetings, keep connected with regular video calls. A virtual book club is easy to set up to share recommendations or discuss your group's chosen read. There's tips to get you started at www.penguinrandomhouse.com/book-clubs/getting-started.

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