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Alistair Brownlee, Jonathan Brownlee: Book Signing
The Olympic medal-winning triathletes will discuss their success and sign copies of their joint autobiography, Swim, Bike, Run.
Waterstones, Leeds
Tue 4 Jun
Free / 0113 244 4588
- 17:00
Waterstones, Leadenhall Market, London EC3V
Mon 3 Jun
Free / 020 7220 7882
- 12:30
The 39 Steps
- Directed by: Maria Aitken
- Written by: Patrick Barlow
Patrick Barlow's ingenious adaptation of John Buchan's spy novel, in which four actors play 139 roles between them. Barlow's adaptation is heavily influenced by Hitchcock's 1935 film version. Directed by Maria Aitken.
Criterion Theatre, London W1J
Thu 23 May
£15–£50 / 0870 060 2313
Fri 24 May
£15–£50 / 0870 060 2313
Malvern Theatres
Mon 17 Jun
Festival Theatre
£12.50–£26.50; £8 under 26s ( £10.50–£24.50; £10.50–£24.50) / 01684 892277
- 19:30
Tue 18 Jun
Festival Theatre
£12.50–£26.50; £8 under 26s ( £10.50–£24.50; £10.50–£24.50) / 01684 892277
- 19:30
Wed 19 Jun
Festival Theatre
£12.50–£26.50; £8 under 26s ( £10.50–£24.50; £10.50–£24.50) / 01684 892277
- 14:30
- 19:30
The Marlowe Theatre, Canterbury
Mon 1 Jul
£14–£28 / 01227 787787
- 19:30
Tue 2 Jul
£14–£28 / 01227 787787
- 19:30
Wed 3 Jul
£14–£28 / 01227 787787
- 19:30
Dawn O'Porter: Book Signing
Dawn O'Porter signs copies of her new book, Paper Aeroplanes.
Waterstones, Nottingham
Thu 30 May
Free / 0843 290 8525
- 11:00
Waterstones, Cardiff
Thu 30 May
Free / 029 2066 5606
- 17:00
Waterstones, Manchester
Wed 29 May
Free / 0161 832 8563
- 16:00
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La Clique
The outrageous, unforgettable, legendary La Clique returns to Brighton with an array of dangerously charismatic characters. A magical show like no other, La Clique was born in 2003 and went on to scoop a host of awards, including an Olivier, before playing to sell-out houses world-wide. Funny, sexy and dangerous, La…
The Spiegeltent, Brighton
Thu 23 May
Fri 24 May
Sat 25 May
50 Shades of Maggie
Comedy spoof of 50 Shades of Grey.
Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
Thu 23 May
£20 (£18) / 0141 332 1846
- 19:30
Fri 24 May
£20 (£18) / 0141 332 1846
- 19:30
English National Ballet: Swan Lake
- Written by: Derek Deane
Choreographer Derek Deane's highly dramatic version of the Tchaikovsky ballet is performed in the round, featuring 60 swans which glide across the arena floor. Artist director Tamara Rojo performs the role of Odette/Odile in some performances.
Royal Albert Hall, London SW7
Wed 12 Jun
£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045
- 19:30
Thu 13 Jun
£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045
- 19:30
Fri 14 Jun
£19.50–£65; £19.50–£59.50 / 0845 401 5045
- 19:30
Montrose Music Festival
Affectionately known as 'Mo Fest', this annual event in the colourful town of Montrose offers band nights, ceilidhs, big names on stage and a campsite.
Various Venues, Montrose
Fri 24 May
Times & prices vary / 01674 675514
Sat 25 May
Times & prices vary / 01674 675514
Sun 26 May
Times & prices vary / 01674 675514
Meadows Festival
Edinburgh's festival season kicks off with the Meadows Festival, which offers the best local bands, dance groups, quirky performers and workshops amidst lots of family-friendly activities.
The Meadows, Edinburgh
Sat 1 Jun
Times vary / Free
Sun 2 Jun
Times vary / Free
The Sash
Hector MacMillan's nailbiting story about families pitted against each other due to conflicting beliefs.
Eastwood Park Theatre, Glasgow
Tue 28 May
£13 (£11; Students £9) / 0141 577 4970
King's Theatre, Glasgow
Thu 23 May
£11–£30 / 0844 871 7648
Fri 24 May
£11–£30 / 0844 871 7648
Fortune Fridays
DJ Tomczyk spins chart dance, electro, funk and house.
Gala Merchant City Casino, Glasgow
Fri 24 May
Over-18s only
Free
- 22:00 – 04:00
Fri 31 May
Over-18s only
Free
- 22:00 – 04:00
Fri 7 Jun
Over-18s only
Free
- 22:00 – 04:00
Out of the Blue Flea Market
Bargain buys including furniture, clothes, music and more.
Out of the Blue Drill Hall, Edinburgh
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 555 7100
- 10:00 – 15:00
Sat 29 Jun
Free / 0131 555 7100
- 10:00 – 15:00
Sat 27 Jul
Free / 0131 555 7100
- 10:00 – 15:00
Tribute Night
A three course dinner with DJs and a tribute act for your entertainment.
Alea Casino, Glasgow
Sat 25 May
£25 / 0141 530 2845
A tribute to Take That.
- 19:30
Sat 1 Jun
£25 / 0141 530 2845
A tribute to 'Dirty Dancing'.
- 19:30
Wed 5 Jun
£25 / 0141 530 2845
A tribute to 'Grease'.
- 19:30
West End Festival
Taking over the West End of Glasgow each year, the festival treats the ears to a great musical line-up, tantalises all the senses with a carnival and delves into the creative depths of local studios and exhibitions with the Hidden Lane Festival.
West End, Glasgow
Fri 31 May
Times & prices vary
Sat 1 Jun
Times & prices vary
Sun 2 Jun
Times & prices vary
The Lady Boys of Bangkok: Glamorous Amorous
The Lady Boys present their world-famous show with renditions of J-Lo, Whitney, Kylie et al.
Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy
Tue 27 Aug
£25 (£23) / 01246 345222
- 19:30
Wed 28 Aug
£25 (£23) / 01246 345222
- 19:30
Thu 29 Aug
£25 (£23) / 01246 345222
- 19:30
Custom House Square, Belfast
Sat 2 Nov
Times & prices to be confirmed / 01246 345222
Sun 3 Nov
Times & prices to be confirmed / 01246 345222
Mon 4 Nov
Times & prices to be confirmed / 01246 345222
macrobert, Stirling
Mon 29 Jul
£22.50 (Seniors £20.50; Students £20.50) / 01246 345222
- 20:00
Tue 30 Jul
£22.50 (Seniors £20.50; Students £20.50) / 01246 345222
- 20:00
Wed 31 Jul
£22.50 (Seniors £20.50; Students £20.50) / 01246 345222
- 20:00
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ListLive
Bust out your best moves guys, cos, The List is coming to The Big Smoke for the first of our new monthly nights. ListLive showcases some of the very best up-and-coming and established musical talent from the city and beyond. Tonight has a badass boxing theme and features music from rocky/poppy/bluesy Burning Beaches…
The Monarch, London NW1
Thu 30 May
£5 in advance, £6 at the door / 020 7482 2054
Southside Fringe
A 16-day festival incorporating music, theatre and activities for all the family.
Southside, Glasgow
Fri 24 May
Times & prices vary
Sat 25 May
Times & prices vary
Sun 26 May
Times & prices vary
Volksfling
Volkswagen aficionados unite! These weekend events bring together lovers of the German automobiles with quality traders, along with a roster of entertainment for grown-ups and children, from a beer garden to live music. Camping facilities available.
Biggar Showfield
Fri 24 May
£20–£25 for weekend pass
- 14:00 – 00:00
Sat 25 May
£20–£25 for weekend pass
- 14:00 – 00:00
Sun 26 May
£20–£25 for weekend pass
- 14:00 – 00:00
The Scottish Game Fair
This fair entertains all the family with a variety of displays including falconry and terrier racing in the main ring, clay pigeon shooting and gundog and fishing competitions on the banks of the River Tay.
Scone Palace, Perth
Fri 5 Jul
£18 (Children £5; Family £38) / 01738 554826
- 09:30 – 18:00
Sat 6 Jul
£18 (Children £5; Family £38) / 01738 554826
- 09:30 – 18:00
Sun 7 Jul
£18 (Children £5; Family £38) / 01738 554826
- 09:30 – 18:00
Stampede
DJ Laurence Rene spins pop-punk, alternative, rock and ska, with hosts Oli Sandler and Matt Boland.
Escape Bar, London W1F
Mon 27 May
£5; £3 before 1am; £1 before 11pm / 020 7734 3040
- 21:00 – 03:00
Mon 3 Jun
£5; £3 before 1am; £1 before 11pm / 020 7734 3040
- 21:00 – 03:00
Mon 10 Jun
£5; £3 before 1am; £1 before 11pm / 020 7734 3040
- 21:00 – 03:00
Summer(beer)hall
All things beery, yeasty and delicious are packed into Summerhall for one ale-filled weekend. A pop-up bottle shop, live music, brewery tours and talks run alongside a smorgasboard of Barney's Beer (which is brewed onsite), a number of guest beers and, of course, some obligatory bratwurst and pretzels. Prost!
Summerhall, Edinburgh
Fri 24 May
£5–£8 / 0845 874 3000
Sat 25 May
£5–£8 / 0845 874 3000
We Are FSTVL
New dance music/clubs/electronica festival featuring DJs/acts from Cocoon, Crosstown Rebels, Mulletover, Creche and more.
Damyns Hall Aerodrome, Upminster
Sat 25 May
£29–£65 / 01708 556000
- 11:00 – 02:30
Amused Moose Comedy Awards Showcase
Grab your top tickets to talent-spot this year's stellar crop of industry approved breakthrough comedians, plus some who are already rather famous! Every showcase is different, so keep coming back.
Just the Tonic, Edinburgh
Sat 3 Aug
£8 / 0131 556 5375
Sun 4 Aug
£8 / 0131 556 5375
Wed 7 Aug
£7 / 0131 556 5375
Balkanarama
A blend of klezmer, Balkan, gypsy punk and electronic beats featuring live music, bellydancing, VJs and a live jam session.
Studio 24, Edinburgh
Sat 8 Jun
£9 advance; £10 before 11pm; £11 after / 0131 558 3758
Sixth birthday special featuring over 40 musicians from Black Cat, Orkestra Del Sol, Bobok, Celter Schmelter, Smash Kafana, Kuchke, One Glass Eye, Tantz and more playing live.
- 22:00 – 03:00
Burns an' a' That! Festival
A whole festival dedicated to Scotland’s internationally acclaimed poet Robert Burns. To celebrate the 2013 Year of Natural Scotland, the festival heads outdoors to Belleisle Park for a programme of live music, and visual and performing arts.
Belleisle Park, Ayr
Fri 24 May
Times & prices vary / 01292 616143
- 12:00 – 17:30
Sat 25 May
Times & prices vary / 01292 616143
Sun 26 May
Times & prices vary / 01292 616143
Edinburgh Zoo Nights
There is no one among us who hasn't wanted to visit the zoo after hours. Just what do all those critters do after dark, anyway? Now's there's a way to find out! The zoo opens its gates for an adults-only extravaganza featuring dancing, music, a champagne and a Pimm's bar, tapas, sushi, BBQ (take a breath) facepainting…
Edinburgh Zoo
Fri 24 May
£20 (Members £17) / 0131 314 0340
- 18:00 – 22:00
Fri 28 Jun
£20 (Members £17) / 0131 314 0340
- 18:00 – 22:00
