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Baby Loves Disco
Baby Loves Disco is a chance for kids aged six months–seven years (and their parents) to get their respective grooves on, alongside the chance to sample the delights of bubble machines, instruments and a Gymboree chillout zone, with face-painting and healthy snacks included.
Electric Circus, Edinburgh (1.0 miles)
Sun 26 May
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Sun 30 Jun
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Sun 28 Jul
£8 / 08444 999990
- 14:00 – 17:00
Mariinsky Ballet: Swan Lake
The company's performance of Swan Lake, screened in 3D.
Cineworld Fountainpark, Edinburgh (2.2 miles)
Thu 6 Jun
Flamenco
Live music and dance with a flamenco band.
Alba Flamenca, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)
Sat 25 May
£10–£12 / 0131 667 3600
- 20:30 – 21:45
Sat 1 Jun
£10–£12 / 0131 667 3600
- 20:30 – 21:45
Scottish Ballet: Highland Fling
Matthew Bourne's ballet inspired by La Sylphide, first performed in 1994, returns for a new Scottish tour. We follow the misfortunes of James, a young Scotsman whose taste for the wilder side of life brings him into the company of a strange and beautiful gothic fairy.
Edinburgh Festival Theatre (0.9 miles)
Wed 22 May
£12.50–£42.50 / 0131 529 6000
Fri 24 May
£12.50–£42.50 / 0131 529 6000
Sat 25 May
£12.50–£42.50 / 0131 529 6000
Ceilidh Dancing (for dancers with additional support needs)
Ceilidh dancing is possibly the most social of all dances. Dance with your partner, dance with others in a group and join in the party! The pace of this class will be led by the dancers with live accordion accompaniment. Prepare for a lot of fun and a lot of laughs. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Fri 24 May
£6.50 (£5.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Fri 31 May
£6.50 (£5.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Fri 7 Jun
£6.50 (£5.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 11:00 – 12:00
Strictly Confidential
Craig Revel Horwood's new show takes a behind-the-scenes look at the stars of Strictly Come Dancing, told through music, song and stunning dance routines. Starring Lisa Riley, Artem Chigvintsev, Natalie Lowe and Ian Waite.
Edinburgh Festival Theatre (0.9 miles)
Tue 16 Jul
£20–£45 / 0131 529 6000
Thu 18 Jul
£20–£45 / 0131 529 6000
Bright Night International Workshops
Young people (aged 16–25) can get a little taster in circus skills, urban dance, and performance with a tryout workshop with Bright Night International. From this, there is the chance to be a part of a 12-week training programme and the opportunity to perform at Edinburgh Mela.
Duncan Place Resource Centre, Edinburgh (1.4 miles)
Wed 22 May
Free
- 17:30 – 20:30
North Edinburgh Arts Centre (3.9 miles)
Sat 25 May
Free / 0131 315 2151
- 11:00 – 14:00
Ceilidh Beginners (course)
A chance to learn those traditional Scottish partner dances and join in the ceilidh. A great way to have fun, meet new people and experience an integral part of Scottish culture. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable shoes. Booking is essential.
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Thu 23 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 19:30 – 20:30
Thu 30 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 19:30 – 20:30
Thu 6 Jun
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 19:30 – 20:30
Ceilidh Improvers/Intermediate (course)
Beginning with a warm-up in the latter half of the beginners class. For those already familiar with the traditional dances and who are ready to try out the less well-known ones. Prepare for a reel mix, all in an authentic ceilidh style. Wear loose clothing and well-fitting, comfortable shoes. Booking is essential.
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Thu 23 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 20:30 – 21:30
Thu 30 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 20:30 – 21:30
Thu 6 Jun
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 20:30 – 21:30
Alpha Dance Academy
Annual showcase of dance, including ballet, tap and jazz, from pupils at the Alpha Dance Academy.
Brunton Theatre, Musselburgh (4.1 miles)
Mon 20 May
£11–£13 (£9–£10.50) / 0131 665 2240
- 19:00
Tue 21 May
£11–£13 (£9–£10.50) / 0131 665 2240
- 19:00
Wed 22 May
£11–£13 (£9–£10.50) / 0131 665 2240
- 19:00
The Professionals on Ice
The ones from Dancing on Ice who do it for a living (and not to boost flagging media careers) show you how it's supposed to be done.
Murrayfield Ice Rink, Edinburgh (3.2 miles)
Fri 24 May
£25 / 0131 337 6933
Sun 26 May
£25 / 0131 337 6933
Breakdance for Beginners (course)
Come and learn the basic steps, style and history of BBoying (more commonly known as breakdance). From top rock to drops and from footwork to freezes, as well as timing and musicality, this class will give you the foundations you need to take your skills to the next level. Wear comfortable loose clothing and indoor…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Fri 24 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 19:00 – 20:00
Fri 31 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 19:00 – 20:00
Fri 7 Jun
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 19:00 – 20:00
Disco Inferno
It’s official - Disco is not Dead! It’s time to get the boogie boots on and prepare for a full term of 70s Disco fever. Enter this BoogieWonderland with a priceless soundtrack of disco classics. Strut this way and learn everything from the Hustle to the Bus-Stop…and then some! Wear comfortable…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Sat 25 May
£68 for the full course (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:00 – 14:00
Sat 1 Jun
£68 for the full course (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:00 – 14:00
Sat 8 Jun
£68 for the full course (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:00 – 14:00
Edinburgh Mela
World music, dance, fashion, food and fun spread over four areas: the Main Music Stage, the Mela World Dance Feste (newly established in 2012), the Mela Mix stage and the Kids Mela. The Mela Global Food Village is on hand to replenish your energy after taking in all the sights and sounds.
Edinburgh: various venues (1.0 miles)
Thu 28 Aug
Times & prices vary / 0131 661 7100
Fri 29 Aug
Times & prices vary / 0131 661 7100
Sat 30 Aug
Times & prices vary / 0131 661 7100
Sun 31 Aug
Times & prices vary / 0131 661 7100
Leith Links, Edinburgh (1.7 miles)
Sat 31 Aug
Times vary / Prices to be confirmed / 0131 661 7100
Sun 1 Sep
Times vary / Prices to be confirmed / 0131 661 7100
Julie Brook in Conversation
The landscape artist, who works in a multitude of media, sits down to discuss her practice and solo exhibition made, unmade with a number of different cultural workers, from administrators to a filmmaker to a choreographer to a poet.
Dovecot Studios, Edinburgh (0.9 miles)
Thu 30 May
Free / 0131 550 3660
Tonight's discussion with Scottish poet, writer and musician Don Paterson centres on language, poetry and artistic practice.
- 18:00 – 19:30
The Lady Boys of Bangkok: Glamorous Amorous
The Lady Boys present their world-famous show with renditions of J-Lo, Whitney, Kylie et al.
The Meadows, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Sat 3 Aug
Times to be confirmed / £15–£32 / 01246 345222
Sun 4 Aug
Times to be confirmed / £15–£32 / 01246 345222
Mon 5 Aug
Times to be confirmed / £15–£32 / 01246 345222
New Voices Discussion
A panel of emerging choreographers discusses the New Voices programme, hosted by Dance Base Artistic Director Morag Deyes.
Edinburgh Festival Theatre (0.9 miles)
Fri 16 Aug
Reflections on Dance Odysseys
Mary Brennan, Dance Critic of The Herald, chairs a discussion with Scottish Ballet Artistic Director Christopher Hampson, Scottish Dance Theatre Artistic Director Fleur Darkin and Dance Base Artistic Director Morag Deyes.
Edinburgh Festival Theatre (0.9 miles)
Mon 19 Aug
Tap For Mature Movers (course)
This class teaches you all the lovely things about tap: steps, rhythm and fun without the exhaustion! There is a warm-up, technique exercises and a routine which builds weekly. Designed for dancers aged 50 who have done Tap Absolute Beginners, Beginners or equivalent. Wear comfortable clothing and tap shoes or strong…
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Tue 21 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
Tue 28 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
Tue 4 Jun
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 16:30 – 17:30
West African Dance (course)
Come and enjoy traditional, vibrant West African dance combined in a creative way. The live drumming and energetic movements will leave you uplifted and buzzing for the rest of the weekend! African drums played live by Andy Cook. Wear comfortable loose clothing and bare feet. Booking is essential.
Dance Base, Edinburgh (1.3 miles)
Sat 25 May
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:00 – 14:00
Sat 1 Jun
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:00 – 14:00
Sat 8 Jun
£68 for the full course, £6.50/£5.50 per week drop-in (£54.50) / 0131 225 5525
- 13:00 – 14:00





