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The 78, 14 Kelvinhaugh Street, Glasgow
Date Event
24 Aug–31 Aug
3.00		 Jazz Futures Paul Towndrow has brought together this ensemble of up-and-coming jazz talent to help develop their performing skills through on-stage interaction.
Sundays
9.00–12am		 Stuart Brown Trio Highly promising young trio led by this innovative drummer.
ABC, 330 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
Date Event
Saturdays
11.00–3.00am		 Love Music Soul, rock'n'roll, indie and electro with Gerry Lyons (Teenage Fanclub) and David Sinclair (Killer Kitsch).
1 Sep
7.00		 Serj Tankian and InMe Over-14s show. The former frontman of System of a Down embarks on his first solo headline tour. With Britrock support.
ABC2, 330 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
Date Event
22 Aug
7.00		 Proud Mary Over-14s show. Acoustic set from this sub-Oasis bunch, endorsed by the real thing.
Sundays
11.00–3.00am		 Distortion Emo, screamo and metal with DJ Muppet.
27 Aug
7.00		 Playtone, Look Left Again and The Capulets Over-14s show. A 'unique blend of acoustic and electric rock' from Playtone.
Thursdays
11.00–3.00am		 Rubbermensch and Kaleidoscope A night for indie lovers. Andy Wilson is in charge, and Paul Needles plays vintage punk and rock'n'roll in the Polar Bar.
30 Aug
7.00		 The Leads Over-14s show. Indie rockers from Denny.
Aberdeen Art Gallery, Schoolhill, Aberdeen
Date Event
4 Aug–18 Oct
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00		 Barbara Rae Prints by honorary graduate of the University of Aberdeen.
1 Jun–30 Aug
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00		 Elements A diverse selection of jewellery, ceramics and glass which have been inspired by air, fire, water and earth.
1 Jun–30 Aug
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00		 Artists Abroad A new selection of works exhibiting the influences played by foreign travel upon an artist.
28 Aug
12.30–1.00		 Aberdeen City and Shire Ruaraidh Wishart of the Aberdeen City Archives will discuss Aberdeen and its history of relations, 1600-1900.
29 Aug
12.30–12.45		 Surrealism Jennifer Melville will discuss this influential European movement.
1 Sep–3 Nov
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00		 Lise Sarfati: La Vie Nouvelle A series of portraits by French photographer Lise Sarfati which aim to dramatise the complexity of adolescent identity.
1 Sep–30 Nov
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00		 Artist Adventurers A selection of drawings and watercolours of Spain, ranging from the early 1800's to the beginning of the following century.
13 Sep–15 Nov
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00		 Children In Conflict This Wolverhampton Art Gallery touring exhibition brings together work by high-profile war artist John Keane, Simon Norfolk, Anthony Haughley and…
Aberdeen Arts Centre, 33 King Street, Aberdeen
Date Event
14 Jun–23 Aug
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00; Sun 2.00–5.00		 Hand, Heart and Soul Major exhibition exploring in arts and crafts movement in Scotland from 1880 to 1939.
27 Aug–30 Aug
7.30		 Bugsy Malone Musical spoof of Prohibition-era gangster films courtesy of Triple Threat Youth.
6 Sep–7 Sep
7.30		 The Johnny Cash Story with Roger Dean This live music show includes the hits 'A Boy Named Sue', 'Ring of Fire', 'Orange Blossom Special', 'I Walk the Line' and many more. Listen to the…
Aberdeen Beach, Aberdeen
Date Event
5 Nov
7.00–8.30		 Aberdeen Winter Festival: Fireworks Night An exciting display of colourful, bright and noisy high aerial fireworks complete with family entertainment. Warm, waterproof clothing essential.
Aberdeen Exhibition Centre, Bridge Of Don, Aberdeen
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4 Nov
6.30		 Katie Melua Prissy teen prodigy, with the guiding hand of Mike 'Wombles' Batt on her shoulder. She has been the biggest selling UK female artist for two years…
Aberdour Castle, Aberdour
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31 Aug
(Times vary)		 The Cross and the Saltire The Historic Saltire Society presents a performance about the 1308 persecutions of the Knights Templar in Europe.
The Accies Club, Helensburgh Drive Jordanhill, Glasgow
Date Event
29 Aug Martin Stephenson & Friends including Kenny Brady Daintees frontman Stephenson entertains with a combination of guitar picking, waltzes, swinging country, folk pop and comic tales.
19 Sep
8.00		 Fiddles & Beer! Mini-Celtic music festival featuring Lyra Celtica with more acts tbc, plus plenty of guest real Scottish ales.
ACE, 17 West Montgomery Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
24 Aug
7.00		 Anti NATO Summit Protests - Romania 2008 This presentation about the Romanian Anarchist movement proffers a first hand account of the mobilisation against the NATO summit in Bucharest…
31 Aug
7.00		 City Of God The international resurgence of Latin American cinema shows no signs of slowing down. Following 'Central Station', 'Amores Perros', 'Y Tu Mama…
Acoustic Music Centre, St Bride's 10 Orville Terrace, Edinburgh
Date Event
7 Aug–24 Aug
(18 Aug–23 Aug 1.30) (24 Aug 2.30)		 Let the Earth Breathe Music with an environmentally friendly message. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
4 Aug–23 Aug, not Sundays
10.30–0.15am		 The Accidental Death of an Accordionist The interactive comedy ceilidh murder mystery theatre show from Right Lines Productions is back for a major Scottish tour.
Adam Smith Theatre, Bennochy Road, Kirkcaldy
Date Event
7 Aug–3 Sep
Mon–Sat 10.00am–6.00		 Treasured Places To celebrate its centenary year, the Royal Commission on the Ancient and Historical Monuments of Scotland has been exploring treasured Scottish…
22 Aug–23 Aug
Fri 11.00am & 7.30; Sat 7.30		 The Edge of Love Welsh chanteuse Vera Phillips (Knightley) happens upon old lover Dylan Thomas (Rhys) who is now married to Caitlin (Miller). They become a firm…
24 Aug
Sun 7.30		 Mongol In the first of a planned trilogy on the Mongol leader's life, Genghis Khan (Asano) suffers imprisonment, the murder of his father and the loss of…
29 Aug
8.00		 Jim Jeffries: Hammered Not one for the easily offended, Mr Jeffries presents his opinion. Then shoves it down your throat until you gag.
1 Sep
7.30		 Lady Boys of Bangkok Cabaret fun and glamour from the all singing, all dancing Lady Boys of Bangkok as they make a stop on their 10th anniversary Devils & Angels tour.
28 Sep
8.00		 Jeremy Hardy Well-respected comedy from the well-respected act.
Aden Country Park, Station Road, Mintlaw
Date Event
24 Aug
10.30am–5.00		 North of Scotland Champion of Champions Pipe Band Contest Pipe band, drum major and Highland dancing competitions.
The Admiral, 72a Waterloo Street, Glasgow
Date Event
23 Aug
11.00–3.00am		 Seinan Music Launch Party New Glasgow label Seinan Music are proud to present Alexkid (Laurent Garnier's Fcomm, Rex Club), who helps kick off the celebrations for their first…
AECC, Bridge of Don, Aberdeen
Date Event
13 Sep–14 Sep Renovation and Self Build Show Leading companies from the renovating and building industries will be on hand to offer advice and services for all your project requirements.
22 Oct
7.00		 Illegal Eagles Established musical tribute to the Eagles.
25 Oct Elvis On Tour Lee Memphis King recreates some Elvis magic with help from his orchestra and costumed singers.
27 Oct
6.30–11.00		 Lee Evans The rubber-faced comedian sets out on a new UK tour.
1 Nov–2 Nov
7.00		 Oasis Britpop demi-gods Oasis head North with their seventh album 'Dig Out Your Soul'.
13 Nov
6.30		 Paul Weller The Modfather performs material from throughout his 30 year career.
15 Nov
6.30		 WWE RAW - Survivor Series Tour The real deal WWE superstars of US wrestling bring the pain to the UK.
4 Dec Stereophonics Kelly Jones and Co return to Scotland as part of their upcoming tour.
6 Dec
6.30		 Daniel O'Donnell Danny boy comes to perform hits from his two astonishingly successful easy listening albums. Tell your gran to get her tickets fast.
16 Dec Status Quo: Pictures The ever enduring Quo return for their latest tour 'Pictures-40 Years of Hits'.
16 Dec
6.30		 Status Quo The band with more UK hit singles than any other group in chart history are back for more on their 'Pictures: 40 Years of Hits' tour.
20 Dec
6.30		 Jake and Elwood's Christmas Party A great big soul, blues and rhythm Christmas party with the Blues Brothers tribute act.
16 Jan–17 Jan
6.30		 The Mighty Boosh Join Vince Noir and Howard Moon (that's Noel Fielding and Julian Barratt in disguise), plus a whole host of recognisable characters, on their wacky…
24 Apr 2009–26 Apr 2009 Lord of the Dance The Irish dance phenomenon revive their Good vs Evil tale, which premiered in 1996.
Albert Halls, Dumbarton Road, Stirling
Date Event
28 Aug
7.30		 One Night with Elvis Tribute to the King.
30 Aug
7.30		 Derek Acorah 'Most Haunted''s spirit medium takes his mystical show on tour to scare the wits out of believers and meddle in the affairs of the dead.
2 Sep
12.30–7.00		 Scottish National Chrysanthemum & Dahlia Annual Show Flower show bringing together competitors from all over the country.
6 Sep
10.00am–4.30		 Antique and Collectors Fair With jewellery, pottery, porcelain, coins, pictures, books, carte-de-visites, linen, prints, ceramics and toys there's something for everyone.
17 Sep
7.30–9.00		 An evening with Tam Cowan Take the chance to pitch some questions to Scottish football's funny man Tam Cowan.
18 Sep
7.00–8.00		 Cathy Cassidy Cathy Cassidy will discuss her writing career and her new novel, 'Ginger Snaps'.
19 Sep
8.00–11.00		 Rockin' On Heaven's Door Tribute to the all time greats Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, Eddie Cochran and more.
20 Sep
7.30–10.30		 An Comunn Gaidhealach A night of Scottish music and exhibition dancing, with the Cluran Highland Dancers.
25 Sep
7.30		 Scottish Opera: The Merry Widow Scottish Opera return with a lavish new production of Franz Lehár's light opera. Set in Paris 1912, 'The Merry Widow' tells the tale of Hanna…
4 Oct, 1 Nov, 6 Dec
10.00am–4.30		 Antique and Collectors Fair With jewellery, pottery, porcelain, coins, pictures, books, carte-de-visites, linen, prints, ceramics and toys there's something for everyone.
All Star Factory, Ormlie Road, Thurso
Date Event
22 Aug–28 Aug
6.15 & 8.30		 Mamma Mia! A bride-to-be tries to find out the identity of her real father in the lead up to her wedding on a Greek island. Depressingly faithful film…
22 Aug–28 Aug
6.00; Thu 2.00 & 6.00		 Angus, Thongs and Perfect Snogging After the disappointing 'Bride and Prejudice', writer/director Chadha takes a step into younger territory with this adaptation of two of Louise…
22 Aug–28 Aug
8.05; Sat & Sun 2.00 & 8.05		 The Dark Knight Nolan's revamp of the superhero franchise reaches its apotheosis with this sequel to 'Batman Begins', a supremely well-imagined, perfectly executed…
23 Aug–24 Aug
Sat & Sun 1.45		 WALL-E Inspired by sci-fi classics from the 1960s and 70s, Pixar have created a post-apocalyptic story set in a future in which the Earth has been…
23 Aug–24 Aug
Sat & Sun 4.00		 Kung Fu Panda Overweight panda Po (Black) joins his heroes, the Fierce Five, in a butt-kicking adventure when the valley of peace is threatened with the return of…
Almond Valley Heritage Centre, Millfield, Livingston
Date Event
7 Sep
10.00am–5.00		 West Lothian's Environment Fair Local groups get together to present a day of activities. games, displays and entertainment exploring the wonders of our natural environment.
11 Oct–31 Oct
10.00am–5.00		 Spooky Happenings A little horror for the autumn holidays: enjoy scary crafts, gruesome games and a spine-chilling trail of terror around the old farm.
31 Oct
6.00–9.00		 Hallowe'en Night Horror Doors re-open after closing, so you can ride on the ghost train, explore the candlelit trail and relish all kinds of scary games. Come dressed up.
Saturdays, Sundays (from 29 Nov)
Sat & Sun 10.00am–5.00		 Santa at Almond Valley Visit Santa, receive an early Christmas present and then join in with the Christmas crafts.
Almondell and Calderwood Country Park, Visitor Centre, by Broxburn
Date Event
22 Aug Bat Walk Learn about the bats with the Rangers. Please call to book and confirm evening starting time.
27 Aug
1.30		 Drumshoreland Ponds A walk along the old railway track to the wildlife ponds at Pumpherston.
An Lanntair Arts Centre and Cinema, Kenneth Street Stornoway, Isle of Lewis
Date Event
18 Aug–23 Aug
(Times vary)		 Sparr Theatre Project A theatre project based on ship-building with performances at the end of the week.
23 Aug
Sat 2.30 & 8.30		 Mamma Mia! A bride-to-be tries to find out the identity of her real father in the lead up to her wedding on a Greek island. Depressingly faithful film…
23 Aug
Sat 6.00		 Kung Fu Panda Overweight panda Po (Black) joins his heroes, the Fierce Five, in a butt-kicking adventure when the valley of peace is threatened with the return of…
27 Aug–30 Aug
(Times vary)		 Faclan - The Hebridean Book Festival A variety of literary and musical events celebrating the Hebrides and beyond, featuring a number of world-class authors.
28 Aug
Thu 6.00		 Whisky Galore Much-loved Ealing comedy by the late Sandy Mackendrick. A ship carrying a cargo of whisky is shipwrecked off a Scottish island during wartime, so…
11 Sep
8.00–10.00		 Scottish Opera Bringing the best of Scottish Opera to the Western Isles.
18 Sep
7.30		 Scottish Opera: The Merry Widow Scottish Opera return with a lavish new production of Franz Lehár's light opera. Set in Paris 1912, 'The Merry Widow' tells the tale of Hanna…
An Tobar, Argyll Terrace Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Date Event
22 Aug
8.30		 Sax-Ecosse An eclectic mix of classical and jazz saxophone by Scotland's award-winning saxophone quartet.
Angus Hotel, Wellmeadow, Blairgowrie
Date Event
Mondays
8.30–10.45		 Live Music with Tommy Newcomen Local musician playing a wide variety of music, including Scottish, Irish, country, easy listening and singalong.
Tuesdays
8.15		 Blairgowrie Highland Night A night of family entertainment for the tenth year running. Highland dancers and traditional music.
5 Nov, 12 Nov, 19 Nov, 27 Nov
8.30		 Spirit of Scotland Scottish and Irish music and song from Harry MacFadyen on bagpipes, guitar and mandolin.
The Antiquary, 72-78 St Stephen Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
4 Sep
9.00		 Scots Music Group Session & Enrolment Advice and enrolment for a new term of classes in mandolin, bodhran, fiddle, song and more, with a session from 9pm.
Apex International Hotel, 31 Grassmarket, Edinburgh
Date Event
21 Aug–24 Aug
10.38		 Edinburgh-On-Sea Liz Bentley and mates present an odd-ball look at life - all set in a swimming pool. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
Arbroath Abbey, Arbroath
Date Event
14 Sep Bruce's Trial The Historic Saltire Society put King Robert in the stand and question him on his actions leading up to the moment when he seized the crown.
ARC Projects (various venues, Edinburgh city centre), Waverly Station, National Gallery of Scotland, Princes Street, North Bridge, Waverley Bridge, Royal Scottish Academy Building, Embassy Gallery, Edinburgh
Date Event
17 Aug–31 Aug
Thu–Sun 3.00–5.00		 Protected A residency, exhibition and live performances by ARC Projects' resident artist Mare Tralla (Estonia/UK) 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'
Archaeolink Prehistory Park, Oyne, Insch
Date Event
26 Oct
11.00am		 Wickerman! Archaeolink's most frighteningly fun event of the season! Celebrate the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain where the spirits of the dead return to…
The Arches, 30 Midland Street, Glasgow
Date Event
29 Aug
10.00–3.00am		 Pressure The Arches' huge house party is back again, with guests Slam and Decimal.
The Arches, 253 Argyle Street, Glasgow
Date Event
Wednesdays
11.00–3.00am		 Octopussy Jacuzzis, bouncy castles and a Chapel of Love at the Arches' regular student night.
31 Aug
4.00–7.00		 Dr Sketchy's Anti-Art School Live music, live girls and live art! The burlesque life drawing classes do things a little differently in the West, with a bit of a cafe feel for…
4 Sep–6 Sep
7.30		 Amada The directorial debut of Scottish singer, musician and actor Cora Bissett ('Red Road'), 'Amada' is an adaptation of Isabel Allende's short story…
18 Sep–20 Sep
(Times vary)		 Foot Washing For the Sole Adrian Howells - out of drag - offers to wash your feet as theatre therapy in a one-on-one encounter. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'
18 Sep–19 Sep
6.00		 La Voix Humaine (The Human Voice) Theatrical installation originally created by Jean Cocteau but tailored to the unique qualities of the Arches - a mini-tragedy played out without…
18 Sep–20 Sep
6.00, 6.30, 7.00, 8.00, 8.30 & 9.00		 Lost Property New theatre work about the missing object people leave behind them, by Sacha Kyle. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'
18 Sep–20 Sep
7.10		 Little Vikings Are Never Lost An original theatrical installation, inspired by sweeping Norwegian landscapes and contemporary Scandinavian music, where the audience inhabit an…
18 Sep–20 Sep
7.15		 Cria Megan Barker and Neil Docherty, the team behind last year's Traverse Fringe hit 'Pit', have created a dark, complex fusion of fantasy and realism…
18 Sep–20 Sep
9.00		 The Chronicles of Irania One-woman show (starring former NTS Young Company member Maryam Hamdi and written by Catrin Evans of Petrified Paradise) set in a transfigured…
18 Sep
10.00		 Arrow in the Eye Multimedia work in which a girl falls in love with a tiny chair, by current GSA MFA student Shelly Nadashi, better known as a visual artist. 'Part…
18 Sep–20 Sep
9.30; Thu 10.00		 Violent Night A 'perverted carnival' set amid the violence, debauchery, loneliness and repetition of the modern British city, looking at that very British ideal…
29 Sep
7.30		 Ronnie Spector & The Ronnettes Classic 60s girl group who gave us 'Be My Baby', 'Baby I Love You' and more.
Ardbeg Distillery, Ardbeg, Isle of Islay
Date Event
14 Sep
12.30		 Greene/Greive/Quigley Sextet Trumpet, trombone and sax led six-piece playing classic Blue Note grooves.'Part of the Black Bottle Islay Jazz Festival'.
Ardeonaig Hotel, Ardeonaig South Road Loch Tay, Between Killin and Kenmore
Date Event
28 Aug
11.00am–9.00		 Ardeonaig Food and Wine Festival A festival of Scottish food and South African wine, featuring a sheepdog show and a lamb spit roast.
The Ark, 3-7 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
22 Aug
6.00		 Tourettes, Mike Musick and Myshkin Alternative rock and indie.
24 Aug
7.00		 The Caspian Sea Monsters, Off the Rails and Skellum Monstrous rock.
26 Aug
7.00		 Smoked Glass, SpeakerJak, Jesse on the Edge and Soundtracks for Daydreams Swaggering rock from Smoked Glass who've become a bit of an internet phenomenon.
27 Aug
7.30		 The Planes, Jaded Playboy and The Mighty Moth Magnets Local rock acts.
28 Aug
7.30		 Townhouse and Katie Indie.
29 Aug
7.30		 Joe Viterbo Ex-Newtown Grunt Viterbo's music jumps from rock, ska, punk and jazz to soul.
30 Aug
10.00		 Soul Foundation Night of Motown-style soul.
1 Sep
7.30		 Boycotts, Rioteers and The New Rock Chemists Rock night with more acts tbc.
3 Sep
7.30		 Slow Motion Replay Indie with more acts tbc.
Aros Centre, Viewfield Road Portree, Isle of Skye
Date Event
22 Aug
7.30		 Danny Bhoy Be-dimpled Moffat-born charmer with a nice line in worldly observations.
23 Aug
7.30		 Stand up Comedy With Danny Stand up comedy with one of the biggest acts on the international scene.
23 Aug–25 Aug
Sat–Mon 7.30		 Hancock Smith plays a nihilistic superhero who has fallen out of favour with the public. Due to this scenario, 'Hancock' dangerously flirts with the status…
27 Aug
7.30		 Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham present their usual mix of traditional music and banter.
29 Aug
7.30		 Sex And Chocolate The MsFits present this bittersweet comedy about life, love, mobsters and Maltesers.
4 Sep
7.30		 The Johnny Cash Story with Roger Dean This live music show includes the hits 'A Boy Named Sue', 'Ring of Fire', 'Orange Blossom Special', 'I Walk the Line' and many more. Listen to the…
Aros Hall, Main Street Tobermory, Isle of Mull
Date Event
2 Sep
8.30		 Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham With over a decade of performing together behind them, the fiddle and accordion duo continue to set the standard.
10 Sep
7.30		 Cherish the Ladies Irish-American supergroup Cherish the Ladies fronted by the flute/whistle virtuoso Joanie Madden. 'Part of Blas Festival 2008'.
15 Sep
7.30		 The !Gubi Family These Bushmen musicians are the keepers of a vanishing tradition of San Musical Culture from the Kalahari Desert, Namibia. As the originators of…
18 Sep
7.30		 Macbeth A revival of the final ever show at Mull Little Theatre, a highly acclaimed production of the Shakespearean Scottish play.
Art Gallery, 76 King Street, Castle Douglas
Date Event
5 Dec–20 Dec
10.00am–4.00		 Galloway Craft Guild Christmas Exhibition A Christmas exhibition and sale of paintings and crafts by members of the Galloway Craft Guild.
Arta, The Old Cheesemarket, 62 Albion Street, Glasgow
Date Event
Fridays, Saturdays
10.00–3.00am		 Canvas Club Live bands plus DJ Joe Deehan playing funk and party classics.
Art's Complex, St. Margaret's House 151 London Road, 151 London Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
31 Jul–31 Aug Tobacco House An installation by Ettie Spencer incorporating issues of social inclusion, education, health and economics while transforming a derelict building…
Arts Guild Theatre, Campbell Street, Greenock
Date Event
29 Aug–30 Aug
Fri 7.30; Sat 8.00		 Bugsy Malone Greenock Players' talented Youth Section bring the legendary spoof gangster hit to the stage.
11 Sep–13 Sep
7.30		 Maskerade Dramatisation by Stephen Briggs of the Discworld novel by Terry Pratchett.
19 Sep
7.30		 Singin' I'm Not a Billy He's a Tim Des Dillon's classic anti-sectarian play sees two Rangers and Celtic fans locked up together in a cell for the duration of an Old Firm match.
Arturart, 15 Queen Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
21 Aug–23 Aug
2.00–5.30		 Arthur Smith's Arturart A collection of art pieces from a selection of comedians with audio accompaniment from Mr Smith. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
Assembly @ Assembly Hall, Mound Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
31 Jul–25 Aug
2.15		 Lucky You Carl Hiaasen's novel, a cultural dissection of Grange, Florida, translates onto the stage as a madcap romp through conspiracy theories…
31 Jul–25 Aug
4.45		 Circus Oz: 30th Birthday Bash Far more theatrical that trad big top and ringmaster affairs, Circus Oz still offers the requisite acrobatics, juggling, clowning and stunts but…
2 Aug–25 Aug
6.50		 Bale De Rua Gorgeous Brazilian company blending hip hop, salsa, capoeira and traditional dances, to highlight the good and bad times of Brazil's history.
21 Aug–25 Aug
8.40		 Jason Byrne Expect nothing less than glorious insanity with 'Cats Under Mats, Having Chats with Bats'. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
21 Aug–25 Aug
10.20		 Ed Byrne He's using his recent upgrade to marriage for material, apparently. Always a hit. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
Assembly @ George Street, Assembly Rooms 54 George Street, 54 George Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
19 Aug–25 Aug
11.50am		 Greenstick Boy A tale of broken hearts and bones with an unresolved ending, starring Maggie Cronin. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'
6 Aug–25 Aug
11.30am		 Animal Olympics Quirky and educational story of how Chinese astrology began by performance poet Francesca Beard. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
5 Aug–25 Aug
11.00am		 George Orwell's Coming Up For Air Adroit stage adaptation of Orwell's lesser-known 1939 novel , following a middle-aged man despairing at the failing economy and the erosion of civil…
21 Aug–25 Aug
12.15		 The Mozart Question An extended monologue about a virtuoso violinist written by former Children's Laureate Michael Morpurgo. With no colourful sets, costumes or songs…
10 Aug–25 Aug
1.30		 Married to the Sea Warm, funny and beautifully-written play about divorce seen through the eyes of a child. It won't knock you sideways, but you should enjoy the ride.
19 Aug–25 Aug
2.00		 Simon Callow - A Festival Dickens A rich performance of moving, entertaining tales, in the second Dickens-themed show from the famous thespian. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'
31 Jul–24 Aug
2.30		 Supper The follow-up to Symon Macintyre's al fresco show 'Ghost' features no performers, just four volunteers from the public sitting down to a dinner of…
4 Aug–25 Aug, not 21 Aug
3.00		 Dancing on Your Grave Deliberately small-scale, cabaret-style production from the cult dance companies the Cholmondeleys and the Featherstonehaughs, with veteran…
31 Jul–25 Aug
4.25		 Vincent Actor Jim Jarrett reprises his role in this one-man play depicting Theo Van Gogh's mourning for his recently departed brother. Leonard Nimoy's…
1 Aug–25 Aug
4.15		 Yasser Small-scale but nonetheless effective look at the Israeli/Palestinian conflict, from the point of view of a Palestinian actor preparing to play…
3 Aug–25 Aug
4.15		 Surviving Spike Disappointingly conventional take on the life of anarchic Goon Spike Milligan. Michael Barrymore, this year's Fringe celebrity casting, offers a…
21 Aug–24 Aug
5.00		 Joanna Neary Character comedy of the highest order from one of the festival's favourites. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
21 Aug–25 Aug
6.45		 Frank Woodley 'Possessed' tells the tale of a spooky love story, complete with acrobatics, songs and wit. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
21 Aug–24 Aug
7.40		 Pajama Men Original, surreal, intelligent but never wacky, Pajama Men take nightwear to a funny new level. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
21 Aug–25 Aug
8.50		 The Art of Dating and Dumping A spoof lecture on the dos and don'ts of relationships which disappoints. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
21 Aug–24 Aug
8.55		 Brendon Burns More rage comedy from Burns, which claims to have thrown out the 'sermonising' of last year's show and instead focuses on audience-shocking and…
21 Aug–25 Aug
10.30		 Pot Noodle the Musical Corporate-sponsored spoof may contain traces of comedy songs and silliness. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
21 Aug–24 Aug
10.30		 Russell Howard Comedy and thoughts from the increasingly popular Howard, in 'Dingledodies'. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
31 Jul–24 Aug
(Times vary)		 Paperweight Set in a modest office in the Assembly Rooms,'Paperweight' takes a peek into daily office life as two young professionals fight mindless monotony…
31 Jul–25 Aug
10.45am		 Reasonable Doubt Two former jurors reunite in a hotel room two years after a controversial hung verdict in this smart two-hander from Australian playwright Suzie…
31 Jul–25 Aug
12.45		 Weights Cathartic monologue for poet, playwright, actor and former judo champion Lynn Manning, who lost his parents to the bottle and his siblings to the…
31 Jul–25 Aug
2.10		 St Nicholas A monologue and tall tale told by a successful Dublin theatre critic, a self professed 'hack and drunkard'. Bitter, vindictive and egocentric, he…
21 Aug–25 Aug
2.20		 I Can't Sleep by David O'Doherty Everyone's favourite whimsical grown-up comic gets down with the kids in this show about how to get some shut-eye. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival…
31 Jul–25 Aug
2.55		 The Tailor of Inverness Matthew Zajac spins an affectionate tribute to his father, while exploring how history moulds us. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
31 Jul–25 Aug
3.35		 The Expert At The Card Table As crafty conjurer Guy Hollingworth exhibits his prodigious talent at card chicanery, he employs an affable Englishness Hugh grant would be proud of…
19 Aug–25 Aug
5.00		 The Magic Tree No magic in this play from Ursula Rani Sarma, with an unintelligible plot and no direction. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'
31 Jul–25 Aug
6.30		 Britt Ekland: Britt on Britt Former bond girl and one-time wife of Peter Sellers proffers a frank and surprisingly funny whistle stop tour of her enchantingly colourful life. A…
21 Aug–25 Aug
6.00		 Roy Walker The King of 'Catchphrase' enjoys a legend's return with 'Goodbye Mr Chips'. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
21 Aug–25 Aug
7.30		 Alun Cochrane The laconic Yorkshireman returns with tales of being a dad and the credit crunch. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
21 Aug–23 Aug
9.10		 Kristen Schaal and Kurt Braunohler 'Bona fide kookie monster' Schaal offers more of her surreal blend of the dark and utterly wholesome in the company of her comedy partner…
21 Aug–25 Aug
10.00		 Matt Kirshen Globe-trotting charmer gets coy in his show 'Keep Smiling, Matt. Just Keep Smiling'. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
31 Jul–25 Aug
10.10		 A Drunk Woman Looks At The Thistle Written by crime novelist Denise Mina as a response to Hugh MacDiarmid's 1926 poem, this is a funny. brainy, argumentative dissection of the very…
21 Aug–25 Aug
10.15 (22 Aug 11.45)		 Antonio Forcione and Adriano Adewale The Jimi Hendrix of the acoustic guitar joined by percussionist Adewale. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
23 Aug
12am		 Michael McIntyre Amusing enough stories from McIntyre, although you may found you've heard it all before. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
5 Sep
8.00		 Assembly Rooms Ceilidh Ceilidh band Hebrideans and caller Ken Gourlay lead the festivities.
13 Sep, 17 Oct
8.00		 Assembly Rooms Ceilidh Ceilidh band Alive & Jiggin' plus caller Ken Gourlay lead the festivities.
Assembly Rooms, Market Square, Wick
Date Event
30 Aug
12.00 & 3.00		 The Singing Kettle: Pirate Island Ahoy land lubbers! Scotland's favourite children's entertainers have set sail with their 2008 show, Pirate Island.
ATTICSALT, 50 Thistle Street North East Lane, Edinburgh
Date Event
31 Jul–30 Aug
Thu & Fri 12.30–6.00; Sat 11.00am–5.00		 OFFERINGS Exhibition examining the religious image and its paradoxes, rendered in portraits by Irish artist Ian Healy. 'Part of the Edinburgh Art Festival'.
Auld Kirk Museum, Cowgate Kirkintilloch, Glasgow
Date Event
5 Jul–30 Aug
Tue–Sat 10.00am–1.00; 2.00–5.00		 Twice Nightly Twice Brightly Presented by the Scottish Music Hall and Variety Theatre Society, this exhibition explores the great days of the Scottish Variety Theatre.
Ayr Racecourse, 2 Whitletts Road, Ayr
Date Event
17 Apr–18 Apr Scottish Grand National The premiere event on the Scottish National Hunt calendar always attracts a quality field, with the north's top chasers taking on their counterparts…
Baby Belly, The Caves Niddry Street South, Edinburgh
Date Event
21 Aug–24 Aug
8.20		 Rob Deering The marvellous Deering contemplates all things Boobs in an effortless, and reassuringly feminist, show. 'Part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe'.
Badaguish Centre, By Glenmore, Aviemore
Date Event
20 Sep–21 Sep
(Times vary)		 Cycle Cairngorms A two day charity cycle around the fantastic Cairngorms National Park, starting and finishing at Coylumbridge near Aviemore. Organised by Speyside…
19 Oct
11.00am		 Aviemore Half Marathon Stunningly scenic Highland half marathon set in the shadow of the Cairngorms Mountains and passing through Glenmore Forest Park and Rothiemurchus…
The Badenoch Centre, The Brae Kincraig, By Kingussie
Date Event
20 Sep
8.00		 One Giant Leap This inventive story-telling theatre from Wee Stories tells the epic tale of Mankind's struggle to understand the Universe. Investigating the Big…
7 Nov–9 Nov
(Times vary)		 Strathspé Away A dance festival with workshops and performances in traditional step dance, ceilidh, hip hop and Irish set.

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