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Royal Highland Show 2012

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The Greater Shawlands Republic
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The Rev Obadiah Steppenwolf III stars in a night of laughs in aid of the campaign for a free and independent Shawlands, aided by Bruce Morton, Andrew Learmonth and Scott Gibson, with music from Tales of Jake.
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3 Jun 8pm The Bungo Bar & Kitchen, Glasgow
Eliza Doolittle, Emeli Sandé and General Fiasco
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Special free concert as part of this year's Olympic celebrations, featuring chirpy pop star Doolittle, Aberdonian soul songstress Sandé and Belfast indie rockers General Fiasco.
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8 Jun 1pm George Square, Glasgow
Olympic Torch Relay
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The Olympic flame makes its way around Scotland, with much merriment and fanfare along the way.
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8 Jun 1.30pm
Join the celebrations in Glasgow's West End with a programme of music, dance and arts aimed at young and…
Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
Iron Sky
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(2 stars) Nazis on the moon! In Finland’s first blockbuster, a US lunar expedition discovers a hidden moonbase where Nazis have been hiding since the end of WW II. Shame that Vuorensola’s flat satire and B-movie plotting don’t live up to the inspired premise. For once, a Hollywood remake might be in order.
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30 May31 May Wed & Thu 5.05pm & 7.35pm Showcase Coventry, Coventry
30 May31 May Wed 9.10pm; Thu 6.45pm Cameo, Edinburgh
1 Jun 8.30pm The Belmont, Aberdeen
1 Jun2 Jun Fri & Sat 11.30pm Grosvenor Cinema, Glasgow
5 Jun6 Jun Tue 8.30pm; Wed 6.15pm & 8.30pm Cameo, Edinburgh
Meadows Festival
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Taking place on the wide green expanse of Edinburgh's Meadows, this festival is dominated by a vast selection of stalls selling everything from sweeties to sculpture. There are also tents set up for live music performance and workshops, and a family-friendly funfair. Samba bands, fire performers, local primary schools football competition, a dog show and more add to the community-based vibe.
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2 Jun3 Jun Times vary The Meadows, Edinburgh
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Evening Celebration
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Live entertainment for the entire family to celebrate the conclusion of the fourteenth leg of the relay including live music, acrobatic displays and dance performances. The event culminates in the lighting of a cauldron by the Olympic flame.
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1 Jun Jun 1, 5.30pm–8pm, gates 4.30pm Pier Head, Liverpool
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Evening Celebration
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Live entertainment for the entire family to celebrate the conclusion of the twelfth leg of the relay, including music, sport stars, acrobatics and local performers, culminating in the arrival of the Olympic flame.
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30 May May 30, 5pm–7.30pm, gates 4pm Hanley Forest Park, Stoke-on-Trent
Flawless And English National Ballet: Against Time
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The world of ballet and street dance come together in this collaborative dance-theatre show, created by Marlon ' 'Swoosh' Wallen and Jenna Lee.
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1 Jun2 Jun Jun 1, 7.30pm, Jun 2, 2pm & 8pm HMV Apollo, London W6
9 Jun10 Jun Jun 9, 5.30pm & 8.30pm, Jun 10, 2pm & 6pm Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham
14 Jun15 Jun Jun 14, 7.30pm, Jun 15, 4.30pm & 8.30pm New Theatre, Oxford
16 Jun17 Jun Jun 16, 5.30pm & 8.30pm, Jun 17, 2pm & 6pm Princess Theatre, Torquay
21 Jun22 Jun Jun 21, 7.30pm, Jun 22, 4.30pm & 8.30pm New Alexandra Theatre, Birmingham
23 Jun24 Jun Jun 23, 5.30pm & 8.30pm, Jun 24, 2pm & 6pm New Wimbledon Theatre, London SW19
28 Jun29 Jun Jun 28, 7.30pm, Jun 29, 4.30pm & 8.30pm New Victoria Theatre, Woking
30 Jun1 Jul Jun 30, 5.30pm & 8.30pm, Jul 1, 2pm & 6pm Aylesbury Waterside Theatre, Aylesbury
6 Jul8 Jul Jul 6, 7.30pm, Jul 7, 4.30pm & 8.30pm, Jul 8, 2pm & 6pm Palace Theatre, Manchester
The Angels' Share
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(2 stars) New drama from top Brit director Loach about a young father with a criminal past who is determined to give his son a better life than he had.
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You Me Bum Bum Train 2012
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Physically challenging, immersive, participatory theatre experience which invites ticket holders to interact with a cast of actors in a series of completely unexpected encounters.
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21 Jun26 Jul From Jun 21, Thu–Sun 7.30pm–10.45pm, extra perfs Jun 21, 7pm, Jul 25, 7.30pm–10.45pm, ends Jul 26
15 Aug26 Aug From Aug 15, Thu–Sun 7.30pm–10.45pm, extra perfs Aug 15, 7.30pm–10.45pm, ends Aug 26
Canary Wharf, London E14
Prometheus
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Sci-fi adventure in which a team of scientists investigating alien life forms becomes stranded and has to fight a battle in which the safety of mankind is at stake.
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Emeli Sandé
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The chart-topping Aberdonian soul singer sweeping all before her with a Brits Critics Choice Award and her debut album Our Version of Events.
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13 Jun 5pm
Special free show to celebrate the Olympic Torch replay passing through Edinburgh.
Edinburgh Castle, Edinburgh
CAMRA Aberdeen Grampian and Northern Isles Beer Festival
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The Campaign for Real Ale's most northerly festival features a range of real cider, perry and bottled continental beers alongside its massive selection of 100 real ales from around the UK. Among the events in the 2012 edition is the Olympic-themed 'Thirst Among Equals' session.
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31 May2 Jun Thu 4pm–midnight; Fri 3pm–midnight; Sat noon–11pm Pittodrie Stadium, Aberdeen
Olympic Torch at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum
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Celebrations include music, fun, Olympic-inspired cakes and food as the Olympic Torch pauses to visit the birthplace of The Bard.
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8 Jun 10.30am Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Ayr
The Lady Boys of Bangkok: Carnival Queens
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The new show from the Lady Boys is an energetic, bright affair with a carnival theme. Enjoy cabaret, comedy, colours and costumes as 16 of the divas put on a show to be remembered.
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30 May May 30, 8pm Wyllyotts Centre, Potters Bar
31 May 7.30pm Grove Theatre, Dunstable
31 May May 31, 7.30pm Grove Theatre, Dunstable
1 Jun9 Jun From Jun 1, Mon–Sun 7pm, Jun 1–4, 7–9, 9pm, Jun 5, 4.30pm, ends Jun 9 Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff
1 Jun9 Jun From Jun 1, Mon–Sun 7pm, Jun 1–4, 7–9, 9pm, Jun 5, 4.30pm, ends Jun 9 Sabai Pavilion - Roald Dahl Plass at Wales Millennium Centre, Cardiff
11 Jun Jun 11, 7.30pm Churchill Theatre, Bromley
11 Jun Jun 11, 7.30pm Churchill Theatre, Bromley
12 Jun Jun 12, 7.30pm Princess Theatre, Torquay
12 Jun Jun 12, 7.30pm Princess Theatre, Torquay
13 Jun 7.30pm City Hall, Salisbury
14 Jun Jun 14, 7.30pm Baths Hall, Scunthorpe
14 Jun Jun 14, 7.30pm Baths Hall, Scunthorpe
15 Jun23 Jun Mon–Sat 7pm & 9pm; Sun 5pm & 7.30pm Castle Park, Bristol
25 Jun 7.30pm Pavilion Theatre, Bournemouth
26 Jun Jun 26, 7.30pm Lyceum Theatre, Crewe
26 Jun Jun 26, 7.30pm Lyceum Theatre, Crewe
27 Jun Jun 27, 7.30pm Lichfield Garrick, Lichfield
27 Jun Jun 27, 7.30pm Lichfield Garrick, Lichfield
28 Jun 7.30pm Majestic Theatre, Retford
29 Jun14 Jul Times vary The Sabai Pavilion, Manchester
17 Jul Jul 17, 7.30pm Forum 28, Barrow-in-Furness
17 Jul Jul 17, 7.30pm Forum 28, Barrow-in-Furness
18 Jul 7.30pm The Grand Hall, Kilmarnock
20 Jul29 Jul Mon–Sat 7pm & 9pm; Sun 4.30pm & 7pm Sabai Pavilion, Aberdeen
30 Jul31 Jul Mon & Tue 8pm macrobert, Stirling
1 Aug2 Aug Wed & Thu 8pm Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
6 Aug23 Aug Mon–Fri 6.45pm & 9pm The Meadows, Edinburgh
28 Aug31 Aug Tue–Fri 7.30pm
5 Sep6 Sep Wed & Thu 7.30pm
Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy
1 Sep 7.30pm Sands Centre, Carlisle
2 Sep 7.30pm Caird Hall, Dundee
3 Sep 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall, Perth
4 Sep 7.30pm King's Theatre, Glasgow
7 Sep6 Oct Mon–Sun 7pm, Mon–Sat 9.15pm, Sat & Sun 4.30pm, extra perf Sep 30, 9.15pm, no perfs Sep 17, 24 The Sabai Pavilion, Newcastle upon Tyne
7 Sep6 Oct Mon–Sun 7pm, Mon–Sat 9.15pm, Sat & Sun 4.30pm, extra perf Sep 30, 9.15pm, no perfs Sep 17, 24 The Sabai Pavilion, Newcastle upon Tyne
9 Oct10 Oct Tue & Wed 7.30pm Albert Halls, Bolton
11 Oct 7.30pm Floral Pavilion Theatre, New Brighton
12 Oct27 Oct From Oct 12, Mon–Sun 7pm, Fri & Sat 9pm, Sun 4.30pm, extra perf Oct 27, 4.30pm, ends Oct 27 The Sabai Pavilion, Leeds, Leeds
12 Oct27 Oct Times vary The Sabai Pavilion, Leeds, Leeds
12 Oct27 Oct From Oct 12, Mon–Sun 7pm, Fri & Sat 9pm, Sun 4.30pm, extra perf Oct 27, 4.30pm, ends Oct 27 The Sabai Pavilion, Leeds, Leeds
29 Oct 7.30pm Corn Exchange, King's Lynn
30 Oct31 Oct Oct 30 & 31, 7.30pm The Forum Theatre, Billingham
30 Oct31 Oct Tue & Wed 7.30pm The Forum Theatre, Billingham
1 Nov 8pm Burnley Mechanics, Burnley
3 Nov17 Nov Times vary Custom House Square, Belfast
19 Nov 7.30pm Theatre Royal, St Helens
20 Nov 7.30pm Winding Wheel, Chesterfield
21 Nov 7.30pm Kings Theatre, Southsea
22 Nov 7.30pm Pavilion Theatre, Worthing
23 Nov 7.30pm The Place, Oakengates Theatre, Telford
24 Nov 7.30pm Palace Theatre, Newark
25 Nov 7.30pm Croydon Fairfield Halls, Croydon
26 Nov 7.30pm G Live, Guildford
28 Nov 7.30pm Hall For Cornwall, Truro
Jack and Jill Market
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An opportunity for mums and dads to buy and sell nearly-new baby and kids' (ages 0–9) items of good quality. Book a stall to sell or turn up on the day to grab a bargain.
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2 Jun 10.30am Bellahouston Leisure Centre, Glasgow
3 Jun 10.30am Grangemouth Sports Complex, Grangemouth
9 Jun 10.30am The Citadel, Ayr
10 Jun 10.30am Hilton Treetops Hotel, Aberdeen
16 Jun 10.30am Dewars Centre, Perth
16 Jun 10.30am Volunteer Hall, Galashiels
17 Jun 10.30am Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh
24 Jun 10.30am West Lothian College, Livingston
1 Jul 10.30am Grangemouth Sports Complex, Grangemouth
7 Jul 10.30am Bellahouston Leisure Centre, Glasgow
14 Jul 10.30am The Vine Venue, Dunfermline
The Scottish Game Fair
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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.
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29 Jun1 Jul Fri–Sun 9.30am–6pm Scone Palace, Perth
Grand Jubilee Tea Party
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4 Jun Jun 4, 2pm–10pm, last adm 9pm, booking essential National Trust: Morden Hall Park, Morden
Snow White and the Huntsman
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As in the traditional tale, the jealous Queen sends a huntsman to kill Snow White after discovering her to be the fairest in the land. But in this modern adaptation the Huntsman becomes Snow White's mentor, training her as a warrior to be able to challenge the reign of the evil Queen.
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Moonrise Kingdom
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(3 stars) When 12-year-old orphan Sam (Gilman) convinces Suzy (Hayward) to run away with him, her parents (Murray, McDormand), the local scoutmaster (Norton), sheriff (Willis) and Social Services (Swinton) are soon in pursuit. Anderson's new movie will delight his fans; others may consider it overlong, whimsical and emotionally lightweight.
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Jolly Royal Jubilee Quiz Trail
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3 Jun10 Jun Jun 3–7, 10, 11am–5pm, last adm 4pm National Trust: Uppark, Petersfield
Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Weekend at Edinburgh Zoo
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A weekend of Jubilee-themed arts and crafts and a special diamond treasure hunt form part of the Zoo's celebration of HRH's 60 years of service.
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2 Jun3 Jun Sat & Sun 11am–3.30pm Edinburgh Zoo, Edinburgh
Legally Blonde The Musical
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The smashing 2001 Reese Witherspoon film takes to the stage. Faye Brookes plays supposedly ditzy blonde Elle Woods, who embarks on a journey to get into law school with the aim of impressing her ex-boyfriend, only to discover she's actually pretty good at this studying malarkey.
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22 May2 Jun Mon–Wed 7.30pm; Thu 2pm & 7.30pm; Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
John Irving
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An evening with the bestselling author of The Cider House Rules and A Prayer for Owen Meany, in conversation with John Boyne. In one of only two UK events he discusses his new novel, In One Person. Tickets available from Waterstones Edinburgh West End, 128 Princes Street.
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30 May 7pm Reid Concert Hall, Edinburgh
Men in Black III
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In a Back to the Future -style escapade, Agent J (Smith) must go back in time and stop the young Agent K (Josh Brolin) being killed by an alien criminal and altering the shape of the Agency. Earth will, of course, need to be saved in the process.
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Long Hot Days
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Glasgow East plays host to a summer of gala, play and fun days with children's activities, street theatre, stalls, sports, arts and crafts and fun for all the family at different sites around the area.
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2 Jun Noon
PEEK Jubilee Celebrations.
David Street, Glasgow
3 Jun Noon
Dalmarnock Jubilee Gala Day.
Dalmarnock Community Centre, Glasgow
4 Jul 11am
Beardmore Park Fun Day.
Beardmore Park, Glasgow
7 Jul Noon
Broomhouse Gala Day.
Broomhouse Park, Glasgow
18 Jul 11am
Craigend Fun Day.
St Dominic's Church, Glasgow
19 Jul 11am
Ruchazie Gala Day.
Croftcroighn Park, Glasgow
20 Jul 11am
Garthamlock Fun Day.
Garthamlock & Craigend East Parish Church of Scotland, Glasgow
26 Jul 11am
Carntyne Community Day.
High Carntyne Church of Scotland, Glasgow
27 Jul 11am
Gallowgate Fun Day.
Gallowgate Flats, Glasgow
28 Jul 11am
Connie Fun Day.
Connie Learning Centre, Glasgow
28 Jul Noon
Glasgow East Parks Festival.
Alexandra Park, Glasgow
29 Jul Noon
Barlanark Fun Day.
Barlanark Community Hall, Glasgow
1 Aug Noon
National Play Day.
Beardmore Park, Glasgow
3 Aug Noon
Bridge Family Fun Day.
The Bridge, Glasgow
4 Aug Noon
Calton Fun Day.
Bain Square, Glasgow
5 Aug Noon
Cranhill Gala Day.
Cranhill Park, Glasgow
9 Aug 11am
Bridgeton Fun Day.
Bridgeton Library and Learning Centre, Glasgow
10 Aug Noon
Glenburn Gala Day.
Glenburn Centre, Glasgow
11 Aug Noon
Wellhouse Gala Day.
The Hub, Glasgow
11 Aug Noon
Helenslea Fun Day.
Helenslea Community Hall, Glasgow
12 Aug Noon
Camlachie Fun Day.
Camlachie Community Learning Centre, Glasgow
25 Aug Noon
Shettleston New Family Fun Day.
Shettleston New Parish Church, Glasgow
Michael McIntyre
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The dapper dafty performs to gigantic audiences following his massively successful Comedy Roadshow series and his stint on Britain's Got Talent with his biggest tour yet.
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3 Aug 8pm
Please note: this is a warm up show.
Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
1 Nov 6.30pm AECC, Aberdeen
3 Nov7 Nov Mon–Wed, Sat & Sun 8pm SECC, Glasgow
Queen's Diamond Jubilee: Early Years Big Family Jubilee Party
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4 Jun Jun 4, 1pm & 2.30pm Hall One at The Sage Gateshead, Gateshead
Avengers Assemble
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(4 stars) Big blockbuster superhero action as Iron Man, Thor, The Hulk, Captain America, Black Widow and Hawkeye team up to save the world.
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Eleanor McEvoy
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Top selling Irish singer/songwriter plays material from her latest album Alone.
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16 Sep 7.30pm Milngavie Folk Club, Milngavie
The Netherlands National Circus
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An award-winning circus spectacular blending together aerial feats, acrobatics, comedy, dance and theatre.
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2 Jun5 Jun Mon, Tue, Sat & Sun 3pm & 6pm Ayr Racecourse, Ayr
19 Jun24 Jun To be confirmed Levengrove Park, Dumbarton
Celebrate the Queen's Jubilee At Seven Stories
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Children can listen to stories, dress up and take part in themed art and crafts activities.
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5 Jun Jun 5, 10am–4pm Seven Stories: The Centre For Children's Books, Newcastle upon Tyne
Diamond Jubilee Celebration Party
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Circus workshops, magicians, face painting, bouncy castles and balloon modelling throughout the weekend, plus a screening on Sunday of the Thames Diamond Jubilee River Pageant in London, then on Monday, the Samba Doc Band perform and lead workshops before the 8pm screening of the BBC Diamond Jubilee Concert from Buckingham Palace. Festivities culminate with the lighting of the Pembroke Beacon on the Castle battlements and a firework display.
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3 Jun4 Jun Jun 3, 10am–4pm, gates 9.30am, Jun 4, 10am–10.30pm, gates 9.30am Pembroke Castle, Pembroke
Elizabeth Street Party
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13 Jun Jun 13, 6pm–11pm Elizabeth Street, London SW1W
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Evening Celebration
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Live entertainment for the entire family to celebrate the conclusion of the thirteenth leg of the relay, including music and local performers, culminating in the arrival of the Olympic flame.
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31 May May 31, 4.30pm–8pm Queens Park Playing Fields, Bolton
West End Festival
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One of the widest-ranging multi-arts festivals in the country, the West End Festival seems to swallow the West End's entire cultural output for the three weeks of its duration. The sterling music line-up (which in 2011 featured The Horrors, Alasdair Roberts and the Fence Collective) and the carnivalesque Festival Sunday are especially noteworthy. On the final Saturday, The Hidden Lane Festival opens the door on the city's creative collective, including open studios and exhibitions .
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1 Jun24 Jun Times vary West End, Glasgow
The Dictator
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(3 stars) Admiral General Aladeen (Cohen) is the titular dictator: a sexist, racist, fascist pig with a penchant for execution, who during a trip to the UN is betrayed by his right-hand man (Kingsley). The jokes come thick, fast and obvious but despite moments of solid satire it feels a bit stale.
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Clint Boon's Disco Rescue
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Boon spins Manchester-based indie, as well as Northern Soul, Motown and funk.
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2 Jun30 Jun Sat 11pm–3am
7 Jul28 Jul Sat 11pm–3am
South, Manchester
Macbeth
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Alan Cumming stars in a hotly anticipated new one-man adaptation of Macbeth from the National Theatre of Scotland.
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13 Jun30 Jun Not Mon Tramway, Glasgow
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Evening Celebration
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Live entertainment for the entire family to celebrate the conclusion of the thirty-sixth leg of the relay.
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23 Jun Jun 23, 4pm Albert Square, Manchester
Retro-Spective – The Photography of Gavin Macqueen
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Photography exhibition by Glasgow-based photographer, inspired by the highlands of Caithness and Sutherland.
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8 Jun10 Jun Fri 7pm–midnight; Sat & Sun 9am–9pm Jamhut Studios, Irvine
Diamond Jubilee Afternoon Tea
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2 Jun5 Jun Jun 2–5, 4pm–5pm, booking essential National Trust: Waddesdon Manor, Aylesbury
3 Jun Jun 3, 2pm–4pm National Trust: Studland Beach And Nature Reserve, Swanage
Diamond Jubilee Celebration
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A large bring and share picnic, plus music and competitions.
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3 Jun Jun 3, 12noon High Street, Minchinhampton, Stroud
Glasgow Phoenix Choir Diamond Jubilee Celebrations
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The venerable choir's Diamond jubilee celebrations roll on, with this choral recital.
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16 Jun 7.30pm Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy
The Idiot at the Wall
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Premiere of a new play by Elspeth Turner, performed as the inaugural show from new theatre company FirstBicycle. Modern meets traditional and Gaelic meets English in this tale of myth and reality set on a Hebridean island during World War I.
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31 May9 Jun Thu–Sat 7.30pm The Pleasance, Edinburgh
Jubilee Beacon Event
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4 Jun Jun 4, 6pm–11pm National Trust: Polesden Lacey, Dorking
4 Jun Jun 4, 7pm–10.30pm, gates 6.30pm National Trust: Coughton Court, Alcester
4 Jun Jun 4, 9pm Queen Elizabeth Country Park, Horndean, Waterlooville
Gardening Scotland
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Scotland's national celebration of gardening and outdoor living, with show gardens, plant sales, food and craft fairs, environmental organisations and more.
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1 Jun3 Jun Fri–Sun 10am–6pm Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
Smart Craft Giving
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Cards and reliefs from 12 gallery artists.
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30 May16 Jun Tue–Sat 10.30am–6pm the gallery on the corner, Edinburgh
Sofia Eldarova: Talk
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The author talks about her picture book A Proud Violin.
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23 Jun Jun 23, 11am Waterstones, Southampton
What to Expect When You're Expecting
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(2 stars) Based on the New York Times best seller of the same name, this comedy focuses on five couples about to have children. Celebrity couple Jules and Evan, author Wendy and her husband Gary and potential adopters Holly and Alex are among the pairs whose lives intertwine on the road to parenthood.
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Educating Rita
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Matthew Kelly and Claire Sweeney star in Willy Russell's play about a young girl's introduction to literature.
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28 May31 May Mon–Wed 7.30pm; Thu 2.30pm & 7.30pm Theatre Royal, Glasgow
11 Jun16 Jun Mon–Wed 7.30pm; Thu 2pm & 7.30pm; Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Frankie Boyle: Work in Progress
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A pretty special chance to catch The Boyle in a warm-up show for his upcoming Last Days of Sodom tour later this year, which he says will be his last.
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28 May30 May Mon & Wed 6pm The Stand, Glasgow
4 Jun 6pm
6 Jun 6pm
11 Jun 6pm
13 Jun 6pm
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20 Jun 6pm
27 Jun 6pm
28 Jun 6pm
The Stand, Glasgow
10 Jun24 Jun Sun 5pm The Stand, Edinburgh
Knockengorroch World Ceilidh
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A world of music in the hills, this festival features high-profile and emerging Scottish and international artists. It gives emphasis to world, folk and traditional music but includes experimental, urban and electronic music too, this year's typically diverse line-up features Skatalites, DJ Hype, Peatbog Faeries, Red Snapper, Utah Saints, The Shee, Baka Beyond, The Destroyers and many more. Other attractions include a dance tent, a Celtic long-house, cabaret, workshops, storytelling, healing…
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31 May3 Jun Times vary Knockengorroch Farm, Castle Douglas
The Scottish Classic Motorcycle Show
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The annual show from Ayr Classic Motorcycle Club features vintage, classic and competition motorcycles, scooters and custom bikes with auto-jumble and trade stalls to browse.
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3 Jun 10am Ayr Racecourse, Ayr
Diamond Jubilee Beacon Lighting Procession
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Join the torchlight procession from the Guildhall in the High Street to the Mount, where the Jubilee Beacon will be lit as part of national celebrations to mark The Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
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4 Jun Jun 4, 8.45pm, procession begins 9.30pm The Guildhall, Guildford
GSA Degree Show 2012: Fine Art and Architecture
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Graduates of the GSA fine art and architecture programs display their work.
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9 Jun16 Jun Mon–Sun 9am–5pm Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow
Kisstory Royal Diamond Jubilee Celebration
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Justin Wilkes spins house, old skool classics and party anthems.
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4 Jun Jun 4, 10pm–late The Clapham Grand, London SW11
London 2012 Olympic Torch Relay Evening Celebration
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Live entertainment for the entire family to celebrate the conclusion of the sixty-fifth leg of the relay.
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22 Jul Jul 22, 8pm Danson Park, Bexleyheath
Thistly Cross Cider Fest
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Camping is available at this weekend of live music, local food, fun and games. Featuring a showcase of the best craft beer and real ales from home and abroad plus the full range of Scottish fruit and traditional ciders. A festival bus runs from Dunbar station.
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27 Jul29 Jul Times vary Belhaven Fruit Farm and Ices, Dunbar
Tuesday Night Comedy Jam
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A wheen of stand-ups and comedy acts presented by Rick Molland. If you think you could handle having a go yourself, there are limited open spots available too.
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26 Jun 8pm
24 Jul 8pm
Belushi's, Edinburgh
Diamond Jubilee Street Party
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With retro disco and party games from popular children's party entertainer, DJ Sam.
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5 Jun Jun 5, 10.30am–12noon, 12.30pm–2pm, 2.30pm–4pm, booking essential Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham
FyneFest 2012
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Located on a working farm an hour outside Glasgow, FyneFest is strongly focused on the local side of food, drink and music. Food comes from the likes of Winston Churchill Venison and Loch Fyne Oysters, with plans for a hog roast in 2012, and beer comes from both the farm's own brewery (Fyne Ales) and microbreweries around the UK.
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1 Jun4 Jun Times vary Fyne Ales, Cairndow
The Go-Go
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Swinging 60s garage, soul, mod, new wave, surf and sleazy listening from residents Tall Paul and Big Gus.
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2 Jun 10.30pm Studio 24, Edinburgh
Kor Neskirkju
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Choral concert by Icelandic church choir Kor Neskirkju, who sing music from Weelkes to Tavener as well as music by Icelandic composers.
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3 Jun 3.30pm
Features the premiere of Exultate Deo by Steingrimur Porhalson. Also solo flute pieces performed by Pamela…
St Mary's Episcopal Cathedral, Glasgow
5 Jun 12.15pm St Giles' Cathedral, Edinburgh
Michael McIntyre: Work In Progress
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Observational humour as the award-winning stand-up tries out new material.
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3 Jun Jun 3, 8pm, doors 7pm The Laugh Inn, Chester
17 Jun Jun 17, 8pm Hull New Theatre, Hull
5 Jul Jul 5, 8pm Victoria Theatre, Halifax
11 Jul13 Jul Jul 11–13, 8pm
9 Jul13 Jul Jul 9–13, 8pm
Bristol Hippodrome, Bristol
Porgy & Bess
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Cape Town Opera return with Gershwin's popular opera, featuring 'Summertime', 'I Got Plenty of Nuttin'' and 'It Ain't Necessarily So'.
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15 Jun16 Jun Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2pm & 7.30pm Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Prints By Peter Rhoades: A Retrospective
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Rarely viewed works by the Oxfordshire-based artist and former lecturer at the Ruskin School of Drawing.
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27 May24 Jun From May 27, May, Mon, Wed–Sat 10.30am–1pm, 2pm–4.30pm, Sun 2pm–4.30pm, Jun, Mon, Wed–Sat 10.30am–5pm, Sun 2pm–5pm, ends Jun 24 Christ Church Picture Gallery, Oxford
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee Celebrations
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A sailpast of a flotilla of 40 decorated boats, plus demonstrations, anglers shows, music and stalls.
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3 Jun Jun 3, 10am Beverley Beck, Beverley
The Queen's Diamond Jubilee: Victorian Extravaganza
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Children can listen to stories and take part in activities and games based on the adventures of Hetty Feather.
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2 Jun10 Jun Mon & Tue, Sun 10am–4pm, Wed–Sat 10am–5pm Seven Stories: The Centre For Children's Books, Newcastle upon Tyne
West End LIVE 2012
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Performers from current West End musicals being currently staged including Billy Elliot, Chicago, Rock of Ages and Singin' In The Rain, will be on hand to present the great show tunes, and entertain all the family. Special guest presenters will be hosting the proceedings, which includes a range of family activities from some of the capital's top attractions.
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23 Jun24 Jun Jun 23, 11am–6pm, Jun 24, 12noon–6pm Trafalgar Square, London WC2
Zumba: Workshop
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18 May1 Jun Fri 9.30am–10.30am Mount Pleasant Children's Centre, Accrington
18 May1 Jun Fri 6pm–7pm Norden Sports Centre, Blackburn
18 May1 Jun Fri 6.30pm–7.30pm Clayton Civic Hall, Accrington
19 May2 Jun Sat 10am–11am Hyndburn Leisure Centre, Accrington
21 May17 Dec Mon 7.15pm Ten Acres Lane Sports Centre, Manchester
22 May20 Dec Tue, Thu 6pm Christ The King School Sports Hall, Manchester
22 May30 May Tue 6.30pm–7.30pm, Wed 7pm–8pm Doals Community Centre, Bacup
22 May17 Jul Tue 7pm–8pm Edenfield Primary School, Bury
23 May30 May Wed 4.15pm–5.15pm Huncoat Children's Centre, Accrington
24 May31 May Thu 1.45pm–2.45pm West End Community Centre, Accrington
24 May19 Jul Thu 7pm–8pm Haslingden Primary School, Rossendale
4 Jun25 Jun Mon 7pm–8pm
5 Jun26 Jun Tue 6pm–7pm
2 Jul30 Jul Mon 7pm–8pm
3 Jul31 Jul Tue 6pm–7pm
6 Aug27 Aug Mon 7pm–8pm
7 Aug28 Aug Tue 6pm–7pm
The Riley Smith Hall, Tadcaster
10 Feet Tall Jubilee Cocktail Party
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DJs Andrew Rhys Lewis and Greg Ramshackle spin funk, indie and rock'n'roll, plus Futuretown perform live.
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3 Jun4 Jun Jun 3, 6pm–4am 10 Feet Tall, Cardiff
Cinderella
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The legendary Mariinsky Ballet brings Charles Perrault’s classic fairytale to the Festival, in this large-scale production that offers a sumptuous mix of engrossing storytelling and grand classical ballet with a fresh contemporary twist. Complete with a full corps de ballet, the dancers’ every movement, choreographed by Alexei Ratmansky, is highlighted and intensified by Prokofiev’s gorgeous musical score performed live by the Mariinsky Orchestra and led by the great Valery Gergiev. Supported…
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30 Aug1 Sep Thu & Fri 7.30–10.20pm; Sat 2.30–5.20pm & 7.30–10.20pm Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Edinburgh Ceilidhs
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Traditional fun with ceilidh bands and a piper, and some international folk dances to complement the Scottish classics. Refreshments available.
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19 Oct 8pm
16 Nov 8pm
14 Dec 8pm
Lauriston Hall, Edinburgh
Morningside Makers Market
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A new monthly boutique craft and design market held on the first Saturday of every month with artists, crafters and designers offering ceramics, jewellery, glassware, photography, textiles and art.
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2 Jun 11am
7 Jul 11am
4 Aug 11am
1 Sep 11am
6 Oct 11am
3 Nov 11am
1 Dec 11am
Columcille Centre, Edinburgh
Portobello Market
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A wide range of tasty offerings with a conscience from local artisan producers, plus crafts and other goods.
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2 Jun 9.30am
A Jubilee special with face painting from Annie D, woodland crafts workshops with Phil, music from Fin…
Brighton Park, Edinburgh
Sinderella
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The world premiere of Jim Davidson's new version (now set in Scotland) of his saucy, adults-only panto.
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23 May9 Jun Not Mon, Tue & Sun Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
Summertime Ball 2012: Coldplay, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber
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Contemporary pop, rap and rock showcase featuring performances from Coldplay, Katy Perry, Justin Bieber, Usher, Kelly Clarkson, Ed Sheeran, Jessie J, Example, Flo Rida, Pitbull and The Wanted.
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9 Jun Jun 9, 2pm Wembley Stadium, Wembley
Transit of Venus 2012
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The universe is pulling out all the stops to celebrate the launch of Glasgow Science Festival, by having Venus transit the sun. You can join the festivities at this all-night extravaganza of science, music and the visual arts, with live link-ups to transit observers around the world and a dawn observation of Venus over Glasgow. Part of Glasgow Science Festival & the West End Festival. Booking is essential.
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5 Jun
(Over-18s only) 9pm
Booking for this event is via the Glasgow Science Festival website; please do not call the venue.
Glasgow Sculpture Studios, Glasgow
World War II Weekend
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Learn about the part that Berrington played in WWII, see vintage vehicles, re-enactors, tours and more.
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2 Jun4 Jun Jun 2–4, 10am–4pm National Trust: Berrington Hall, Berrington, Leominster
The £1 Art Show
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A range of exhibitors offering artworks of all kinds for sale for the asking price of £1.
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10 Jun Jun 10, 1pm Night & Day, Manchester
All Tore Up
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Maximum rhythm and blues, rock'n'roll and rockabilly at this 1950s record hop.
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2 Jun 10pm Blackfriars, Glasgow
Balkanarama
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A blend of klezmer, Balkan, gypsy punk and electronic beats featuring live music, bellydancing, VJs and a live jam session.
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9 Jun 9.30pm
Annual two-floor spectacular featuring Smash Kafan, Balkan Alien Sound and more.
Studio 24, Edinburgh
The Chapman Family, We Are The Physics, Vladimir and The New Fabian Society
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Moody indie four-piece from Stockton.
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2 Jun 7pm The Captain's, Glasgow
3 Jun 7pm The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh
Diamond Jubilee Picnic
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4 Jun Jun 4, 12noon–4pm, gates 10.30am National Trust: Petworth House And Park, Petworth
Hidden Lane Festival
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If this particular cobbled Glasgow thoroughfare wants to stay hidden, it's going the wrong way about it – this all-dayer of live bands, open studios, fashion shows, BBQ-ing, market and food stalls and art installations is a sure way to attract attention. Last year's music bill featured a line-up of Glaswegian music acts, and was followed by not one but two after parties at the city's hippest dives.
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23 Jun To be confirmed The Hidden Lane, Glasgow
I Love Hip Hop
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Hip hop classics and brand new rap tracks, plus live performances, MCs and guest DJs.
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29 May31 Jul Tue 11pm–3am The Bongo Club, Edinburgh
Krapp's Last Tape/Footfalls
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Beckett's Krapp's Last Tape is a brilliantly sardonic but also moving study of age, nostalgia and self-delusion, while his Footfalls is a haunting portrayal of a woman obsessively revisiting her life. Both are directed here by Dominic Hill.
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30 May9 Jun Not Mon & Sun Citizens Theatre, Glasgow
Mold Celebrates The Diamond Jubilee
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A 1950s-style street party featuring a fashion show, tea dance and a big screen playing live footage of the royal procession.
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5 Jun Jun 5, 10am–10pm Mold Town Centre, Mold
Natalie Clein, Alexander Sitkovetsky, Krzysztof Chorzelski
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The trio performs Mozart's Duo For Violin And Viola In G, Kodaly's Sonata For Solo Cello, Bach's Cello Suite No 3 In C and Beethoven's String Trio In G.
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14 Jun Jun 14, 8pm Turner Sims Concert Hall, Southampton University, Southampton
The Phantom of the Opera
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Andrew Lloyd Webber's vastly popular melodramatic musical comes to Scotland at last, with John Owen-Jones and Earl Carpenter sharing the role of the Phantom. Tickets on sale Fri 10 Feb 2012.
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19 Sep20 Oct Not Sun The Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
American Reunion
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(3 stars) The American Pie gang have a 13-year reunion and contemplate some familiar problems about love, sex and intimacy. A fun nostalgia trip that rates the heart as important as the other bodily parts; the original cast are as likable (or not) as ever. Nothing very revelatory but plenty of laughs.
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Blood Brothers
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Set in Willy Russell's native Liverpool, Blood Brothers tells the tale of twin boys separated at birth who are reunited later in life by a twist of fate and a mother's secret.
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2 Jul14 Jul Mon & Tue 7.30pm; Wed 2.30pm & 7.30pm; Thu & Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm King's Theatre, Glasgow
British & Scottish Gold Panning Championships
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There's gold in them thar hills. Hopefully. Saturday sees the Scottish championships and Sunday the British. Evening events and entertainment to cheer you up if you don't find anything.
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2 Jun3 Jun To be confirmed Wanlockhead Lead Mining Museum, Wanlockhead
Club Oxygen
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Trance night, with special guest Akira Kavosa alongside Johan Van Alphen, DJ Archie and Ross Jackson plus a doctors and nurses theme.
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30 Jun 10pm Sin Club & Lounge, Edinburgh
Dark Shadows
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(3 stars) 18th century vampire Barnabas Collins (Depp) escapes from his coffin to find himself in Maine in 1972. It's fun, thanks to a smart script and plenty of surreal humour; Burton regulars Depp and Bonham-Carter are a hoot, but Moretz and Green could have used more restraint.
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Diamond Jubilee Garden Tea Party
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4 Jun Jun 4, 12noon–4.30pm, gates 11am National Trust: Upton House, Banbury
Edinburgh Farmers' Market
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More local, quality, ethical produce than you could shake a stick at.
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21 Jan22 Dec Sat 9am–2pm Castle Terrace, Edinburgh
An Evening With John Grundy: Talk
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The TV personality and building historian talks about his experiences of the buildings he has explored.
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31 May May 31, 7.30pm–9.30pm, booking essential National Trust: Wallington House And Grounds, Morpeth
6 Jun Jun 6, 7.30pm Queen's Hall Arts Centre, Hexham
7 Jun Jun 7, 7.30pm Arts Centre Washington, Washington
9 Jun10 Jun Jun 9 & 10, 7.30pm Studio Theatre at Live Theatre, Newcastle upon Tyne
14 Jun16 Jun Jun 14, 16, 7.30pm Daltons at Customs House, South Shields
15 Jun Jun 15, 7.30pm Penrith Players Theatre, Penrith
Gentlemen Of The Road
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Folk, pop and rock showcase featuring a headlining performance from Mumford And Sons and live sets from Michael Kiwanuka, Nathaniel Ratcliff, The Correspondents and Willy Mason.
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2 Jun Jun 2, 2pm Greenhead Park, Huddersfield

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