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Mary Poppins
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Cameron Mackintosh's hit musical tours the UK for the first time, after its spectacular run on London's West End.
2 Oct–6 Dec, not Sundays 7.30; Sat & Wed 2.30 & 7.30 Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
Carousel
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Lesley Garrett OBE stars in Roger and Hammerstein's musical about Billy Bigelow, who returns to earth after being killed in a robbery, to seek out his daughter.
6 Oct–11 Oct 7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Calendar Girls
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The ballsy Women's Institute fundraisers who stripped for a (tasteful) nude calendar have already been immortalised on screen in the 2003 film. Tim Firth adapts the script for the stage with a cast that includes Elaine C Smith and Lynda Bellingham.
13 Oct–18 Oct 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
Absurd Person Singular
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Alan Ayckbourn's hit comedy about the social climbing Hopcrofts.
6 Oct–11 Oct 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
3 Nov–8 Nov 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30; Wed 2.00 & 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
The Royal National Mod
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Scotland's premier festival of Gaelic music, song, dance, drama, literature and sport, as well as informal Mod Feis events.
10 Oct–18 Oct (Times vary) Various Venues, Falkirk
Horrid Henry
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The nasty little nipper from Francesca Simon's books hits the big stage.
22 Oct–25 Oct 2.00 & 6.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
An Evening with Ray Mears
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The legendary survivalist's first Scottish tour, a two hour show exploring his crazy wild world, followed by a question and answer session.
13 Oct 7.30 City Halls, Glasgow
14 Oct 7.30 Music Hall, Aberdeen
Edinburgh International Festival 2009
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Edinburgh's annual cultural extravaganza returns for another exciting year of dance, opera and theatre.
14 Aug 2009–6 Sep 2009 (Times vary) Various Venues, Edinburgh
Sunset Song
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An adaptation of Lewis Grassic Gibbon's seminal novel by Alastair Cording, directed by Kenny Ireland.
7 Oct–18 Oct 7.45 Perth Theatre, Perth
Mill Lavvies
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Musical comedy set in the 1960s Dundee mills.
6 Oct–18 Oct Whitehall Theatre, Dundee
The Singing Kettle: Pirate Island
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Ahoy land lubbers! Scotland's favourite children's entertainers have set sail with their 2008 show, Pirate Island.
17 Oct–19 Oct 12.00 & 3.00 Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
25 Oct–26 Oct Sat 2.00; Sun 12.00 & 3.00 Motherwell Concert Hall, Motherwell
A Play, A Pie & A Pint: Stage Fright
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Award winning television writer Eleanor Yule's play is just in time for Halloween. A group of ghost hunters investigate the stage, once a crypt.
27 Oct–1 Nov 12.30 Òran Mór, Glasgow
Aladdin
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Allan Stewart and Grant Stott reprise their annual roles in the King's pantomime, along with Johnny Mac as the pointy-shoed , jewel-lusting hero, Aladdin. This year, in an effort to go hi-tec, the genie will be 3D!
29 Nov–18 Jan 2009 (Times vary) King's Theatre, Edinburgh
Can't Smile Without You
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A new Barry Manilow musical starring 'all' of his hit songs. Ex-popstar Chesney Hawkes steps into the lead role with Siobhan Dillon (from BBC's 'Maria') and Francesca Jackson (from BBC's 'I'd Do Anything') also performing.
13 Oct–18 Oct 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
20 Oct–25 Oct 7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
An Ocean of Rain
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A new multimedia chamber opera exploring life after death that combines an electronic score with live instrumentation. By Cryptic and Ensemble MAE. 'Part of Glasgay!'
9 Oct–11 Oct 8.00 Tramway, Glasgow
Cherry Blossom
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A bold new multi-media theatre piece by Scottish playwright Catherine Grosvenor, exploring ideas, myths and realities of migration and identity in 21st Century Europe. Following the Edinburgh performances, the production will then transfer to Bydgoszcz and Warsaw.
24 Sep–11 Oct (7 Oct–10 Oct 8.00); 5.00 (11 Oct 2.30 & 8.00) Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
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Dale Wasserman's adaptation of Ken Kesey's classic novel. 'Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival'.
9 Oct–18 Oct, not 12 Oct 7.30 Ramshorn Theatre, Glasgow
Scottish Opera: The Two Widows
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After premiering at the Edinburgh International Festival, Bedrich Smetana's French farce relocated to Bohemian Czech country life stars Scottish soprano Kate Valentine and internationally renowned mezzo Jane Irwin. Sung in English with English Supertitles. Audio Description & Touch Tour (6pm) on Tue 14 Oct at 7.15pm.
10 Oct, 14 Oct, 17 Oct 7.15 Theatre Royal, Glasgow
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
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Pull up a chair and lay another place at the table for a very special guest. Judith Kerr's much-loved children's book is given a magical, musical stage interpretation by David Wood on the 40th anniversary of its publication. Ages 3+.
9 Oct–11 Oct 11.00am & 5.00; Sat 10.30am & 12.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
12 Dec–27 Dec, not 14 Dec, 15 Dec, 21 Dec, 25 Dec, 26 Dec 11.00am Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
Macbeth
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The Lyceum kicks off its 08/09 season in fine fettle, with the ever-excellent Liam Brennan as the man who would be king.
12 Sep–11 Oct, not Sundays, Mondays 7.45; 2.30 & 7.45 Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
Wuthering Heights
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Love and torment on a heath in the stage adaptation by April de Angelis of Emily Brontë's classic Eng lit text. Produced by Birmingham Rep and the Touring Consortium.
4 Nov–8 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
All Quiet on the Western Front
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A faithful and inventive adaptation for the stage by Robin Kingsland of Maria Remarque's powerful anti-war novel.
28 Oct–1 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
The Emotional Life of Furniture
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A performance artist fakes his way into an insane asylum but finds that getting out proves harder. A comedy-drama by Spartan. 'Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival.'.
10 Oct–12 Oct 7.30 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
For the Love of Mrs Brown
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The latest antics of the irrepressible Mrs Brown starring Brendan O'Carroll.
21 Oct–1 Nov Tue–Sat 7.30 Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
Lady Lane
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This new musical, based on Jessie Kesson's 'The White Bird Passes', is set on a backstreet lane in 1920s Elgin.
10 Oct–11 Oct 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
17 Oct–18 Oct 8.00 Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
West Side Story
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This Bernstein-Sondheim musical based on 'Romeo and Juliet' celebrates its 50th anniversary with a brand new vibrant production and all those memorable songs: 'Maria', 'Tonight', 'Somewhere', 'America', 'One Hand One Heart' and 'I Feel Pretty'.
11 Nov–29 Nov, not Sundays 7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Don Juan
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A new adaptation of Carlo Goldoni's original source text directed by Jeremy Raison and Maxine Braham. The Spanish legend of master seducer Don Juan has been interpreted by everyone from Mozart to Johnny Depp, but this 21st century version focuses on what happens when a woman refuses to succumb to his charms.
17 Sep–11 Oct, not Sundays, Mondays 7.30; 2.30 & 7.30 Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
We're Going On a Bear Hunt
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Michael Rosen's every popular children's book is brought lovingly to life on stage.
27 Nov–29 Nov Thu & Fri 10.00am & 1.30; Sat 10.00am & 12.00 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Acari
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Prepare to have your mind blown by this comedy-laced hypnosis stage show which promises to be funny yet never belittling.
25 Oct 7.30 Aros Centre, Isle of Skye
1 Nov 7.30 Gaiety Theatre, Ayr
An Ideal Husband
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Peter Hall's acclaimed West End production of Oscar Wilde's 'An Ideal Husband' is brought to life with an all star cast starring Kate O'Mara, Fenella Fielding and Tony Britton.
13 Oct–18 Oct 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30; Wed 2.00 & 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
And Tell Sad Stories of the Death of Queens
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One of Tennessee Williams' most provocative and explicitly queer plays, Sam Rowe directs the Scottish premiere of the story that couldn't be performed in Williams' own lifetime. 'Part of Glasgay!'
28 Oct–1 Nov 7.30 Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
Glasgay!
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Europe's largest queer multi-arts festival takes over Glasgow with comedy, music, film, theatre, visual art, performance art, literature, club nights, educational events and community arts projects. This year's line-up includes performance from Stephen Petronio Dance, Scotland's Theatre Cryptic; Pacitti Company, Simon Fischer Turner and Black Sifichi. There will be exhibitions from David Trullo and Gregor Laird, and comedy from the likes of Dilly Keane, Paul Sinha and Tim Fountain. This year…
1 Oct–9 Nov (Times vary) Various Venues, Glasgow
An Ideal Husband
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The West End and Broadway production of Oscar Wilde's satire of wit and wisdom in fashionable society.
10 Nov–15 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
Masters of the House
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The Masters blend popular West End musical numbers into a show of witty anecdotes.
14 Nov 7.30 Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry
15 Nov 7.30 Caird Hall, Dundee
Oklahoma!
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Glasgow Light Opera Club presents one of Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musicals featuring songs such as 'Oh What a Beautiful Morning' and 'People Will Say We're in Love'.
21 Oct–25 Oct 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
A Smart Attack of Art
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Expect jokes, music, audience participation and prizes from CBeebies presenter Mike Amatt, putting the art into cartoon with this zany show. Ages 3-11.
11 Oct 2.00–4.00 Albert Halls, Stirling
13 Oct 1.00 & 3.00 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
16 Oct 2.00 Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Aladdin
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Songs, fun and slapstick comedy for all ages in this ever-popular family Christmas panto.
28 Nov–24 Dec (Times vary) Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
Disney's High School Musical
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Based on Disney's Emmy-winning film of the same name, 'High School Musical' tells the story of school students Troy and Gabriella who together try out for lead parts in their school's show.
21 Oct–1 Nov 7.00; Fri 5.00 & 8.00; Sat 2.00 & 7.00; Wed 2.00 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Jeff Wayne's The War of The Worlds
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Take cover - it's the original (prog-rock) score for the HG Wells novel adaptation, performed live.
10 Jun AECC, Aberdeen
Peter Pan
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The Ryan Centre Youth Theatre present a sparkling adaptation of JM Barrie's classic play.
29 Oct–31 Oct 7.30 Ryan Centre, Stranraer
Scottish Opera: The Merry Widow
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Scottish Opera returns with a lavish new production of Franz Lehár's light opera. Set in Paris 1912, 'The Merry Widow' tells the tale of Hanna Glawari, the witty widow of a filthily rich man, who is in search of a new spouse.
14 Oct 7.30 Community Centre, Nairn
18 Oct 7.30 Corran Halls, Oban
21 Oct 7.30 Deeside CEC Theatre, Aboyne
23 Oct 7.30 Reid Hall, Forfar
25 Oct 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
28 Oct 7.30 Queen's Hall, Dunoon
30 Oct 7.30 Tait Hall, Kelso
1 Nov 7.30 Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh
4 Nov 7.30 Peterhead Community Theatre, Peterhead
6 Nov 7.30 Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry
Arcadia
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Stoppard's play is a historical detective story that finds joy in the unpredictability of human desire. With dashing wit an academic hack desperately tries to solve the mysterious events at a country house. This play will be part of the revolving roster.
5 Jun–18 Oct (Times vary) Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry
Colin Fry
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Star of TV show 'Sixth Sense' and psychic Colin Fry takes his supernatural expertise to the stage.
29 Oct 8.00 Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
The Dogstone/ Nasty, Brutish and Short
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Double bill of new plays as part of the National Theatre of Scotland Traverse Debuts season. Dominic Hill directs works by first time playwrights Kenny Lindsay and Andy Duffy.
6 Nov–15 Nov (6 Nov, 7 Nov, 8 Nov & 11 Nov–14 Nov 8.00) (15 Nov 2.30 & 8.00) Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Home to Neverland
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A new show from Splinters Productions, telling the story of JM Barrie - the lad from Kirriemuir who became the world's leading playwright.
9 Oct–11 Oct 7.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
15 Oct 7.30 Ryan Centre, Stranraer
17 Oct 7.30 The CatStrand, Castle Douglas
24 Oct 7.30 Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
25 Oct 7.30 The Warehouse Theatre, Lossiemouth
The Royal National Mod
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Scotland's premier festival of Gaelic music, song, dance, drama, literature and sport, as well as informal Mod Feis events.
9 Oct 2009–17 Oct 2009 (Times vary) Various Venues, Oban
The Snow Queen
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Hans Christian Andersen's classic fable is brought to life by students of Motherwell College HNC Musical Theatre. Perfect for families with children aged 5+.
27 Nov–28 Nov 6.00 Motherwell College Drama Studio, Motherwell
29 Nov 2.00 Stepps Cultural Centre, Glasgow
5 Dec Fri 1.30; Sat 2.00 Sir John Wilson Town Hall, Airdrie
13 Dec 2.00 Bellshill Cultural Centre, Bellshill
Alice & The White Rabbit
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Indigo Moon Theatre present a shadow puppet Wonderland complete with the White Rabbit, Cheshire Cat and March Hare.
14 Oct 11.30am & 1.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
15 Oct 11.00am & 2.00 Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh
16 Oct 2.30 Rutherglen Town Hall, Rutherglen
19 Oct 3.00 Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
An Evening of Christmas Comedy
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The Glenkens '73 Club present two comical and festive one act plays.
12 Dec–13 Dec 7.30 The CatStrand, Castle Douglas
Colin Fry
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The phenomenal 'Sixth Sense' star uses his psychic gifts to wow his audience.
26 Oct Sun 7.30 Magnum Theatre, Irvine
27 Oct 7.30 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
28 Oct 7.30 Music Hall, Aberdeen
30 Oct 7.30 Caird Hall, Dundee
Creative Martyrs
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An evening of cabaret satire featuring mime, song and sketches of a 1930's style.
17 Oct–18 Oct 7.30 Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, Glasgow
Crossroads Young Farmers Present
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A theatrical performance from Crossroads Young Farmers.
7 Nov 7.30 Palace Theatre, Kilmarnock
Cutlery Wars
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An interesting statement about conformity that is more suitable for adults.
11 Oct 2.00 Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
Drew McAdam
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Enjoy the spoon-bending mind-reading talents of TV personality Drew McAdam. Expect plenty of friendly audience participation.
24 Oct 8.00 Regal Community Theatre, Bathgate
Elysian Fields: The Life and Curious Death of Tennessee Williams
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A new play by Derek McLuckie about Tennessee Williams in his dotage - old, lonely, drink addled and drug addicted - before a fatal accidental overdose. With Grant Smeaton as Tenn & Pauline Goldsmith as Vivien Leigh, his companion in madness. 'Part of Glasgay!'
14 Oct–18 Oct 8.00 The Arches, Glasgow
An Evening at Tiffany's
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Why Not? Musical Theatre Company present an evening of hits from the musicals.
20 Nov–22 Nov 7.30 Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline
Beauty And The Beast
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PACE Theatre present Panto fun for all ages starring David Wallace and Alan Orr.
28 Nov–3 Jan 2009 (Times vary) Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley
The Blend
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An annual celebration of roots music now in its sixth year with a full programme of events and performances, free Blend sessions, late night DJ sets and more taking place in Stirling and its surrounding villages.
13 Mar 2009–15 Mar 2009 (Times vary) Tolbooth, Stirling
The Caretaker
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Phillip Breen directs Harold Pinter's classic comedy about one man's act of kindness in inviting a tramp into his home.Tam Dean Burn stars.
22 Oct–15 Nov 7.30 (8 Nov 2.30 & 7.30) Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
Civil
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Richard Eton performs Pacitti Company's exploration of Quentin Crisp's infamous autobiography 'The Naked Civil Servant' through live performance, film, slides, original sound materials and music. 'Part of Glasgay!'
16 Oct–17 Oct 8.00 Tramway, Glasgow
Cockroach
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New play as part of the National Theatre of Scotland Traverse Debuts season, written by new writer Sam Holcroft and directed by Vicky Featherstone. A biology teacher struggles to teach her pupils that education will make them free against all the odds.
23 Oct–1 Nov, not Sundays, Mondays 8.00 (1 Nov 2.30 & 8.00) Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Collette
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Yvonne Caddell brings to life Collette, the scandalous French woman of letters, to sit alongside all the ruined dames and tragic heroines of Tennessee Williams' plays in Glasgay!'s line-up. 'Part of Glasgay!'
21 Oct–25 Oct 7.30 Q! Gallery, Glasgow
The Fabulous Las Vegas Show
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Join Elvis, The Ratpack, The Blues Brothers and a host of Vegas Legends for the Concert that never was. This Hugely Entertaining Show celebrates all the Greatest Stars of the Strip.
24 Oct 7.30 Albert Halls, Stirling
Fame
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Legwarmers at the ready, as the high-kickin' kids from the New York Academy of Performing Arts sing their bodies electric all over again. Oh, will you get 'down' off that taxi?
19 Jan 2009–24 Jan 2009 7.30; Fri 5.00 & 8.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
Jack And The Beanstalk And Billy Goats Gruff
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Baskets and boxes, bedding and washing turn magically into a house, a hill, river and castle in Clydebuilt Puppet's interpretation of the classic fairy tales.
13 Oct 2.30 Rutherglen Town Hall, Rutherglen
The Man Who Planted Trees
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Puppet State Theatre Co presents this timeless tale about a simple shepherd who transforms a desolate area by planting hundreds of trees. Ages 7+.
28 Oct 3.00 The Arches, Glasgow
The Meatloaf Rock Opera: Dead Ringer From Hell
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In much the same way as 'Mamma Mia' took the songs of Abba, 'Dead Ringer of From Hell' creates a story around the songs of Meatloaf.
18 Oct 7.30 Arts Guild Theatre, Greenock
Oliver!
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The Apollo Players recreate Lionel Bart's grim satire of greed, poverty and corrupted innocence. With a company of over sixty adults, one hundred local children and a full professional orchestra, 'Oliver!' is packed with well known hits like 'Food, Glorious Food', 'I'd Do Anything' and many more.
18 Nov–22 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.00 & 7.30 Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
Scottish Opera: The Two Widows Unwrapped
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Go behind the scenes of Scottish Opera's current production of Bedrich Smetana's farce about Bohemian Czech country life. Free with a ticket for the full performance.
13 Oct 6.00 Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Sunshine on Leith
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New musical packed with songs from The Proclaimers, that follows the highs and lows of two soldiers returning home from the army.
10 Feb 2009–21 Feb 2009, not Sundays 7.30; Sat & Wed 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
The Wizard of Oz
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The East Kilbride Players present the theatrical tale of young Dorothy and her wayward Kansas dreams.
23 Oct–25 Oct 8.00 East Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride
Yee Ha!
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Young Scotty sets out to prove to young Lulu that there is much more to the world of play than just video games. With singing, dancing and healthy outdoors pursuits in abundance. Suitable for aged 2+.
26 Oct 11.00am & 2.00 Macrobert, Stirling
Biggar Little Festival
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A celebration of arts in and around Biggar that takes in jazz, folk, classical, theatre, dance, exhibitions and workshops.
16 Oct–26 Oct (Times vary) Various Venues, Biggar
Christmas Pantomime
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The Musical Theatre Class present a fantastic Christmas panto with plenty of opportunities for audience participation.
29 Nov 2.00 & 5.00 Red Shoes Theatre, Elgin
The Fort William Mountain Festival
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A nine-day programme of lectures, activities, films, skills workshops, music, theatre, book readings, speakers, art and photography celebrating mountain culture in the heart of the Highlands. This event now incorporates the Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour.
6 Mar 2009–14 Mar 2009 (Times vary) Nevis Centre, Fort William
Hannah & Harvey - A Journey Across Worlds
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Hannah and her Dad are having trouble seeing eye to eye but help eventually arrives in the form of a big rabbit shaped package. Suitable for ages 10+.
21 Oct 7.30 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
23 Oct 7.30 Perth Theatre, Perth
24 Oct 7.30 Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh
25 Oct 7.00 Macrobert, Stirling
30 Oct 7.30 Regal Community Theatre, Bathgate
1 Nov 7.00 Palace Theatre, Kilmarnock
4 Nov 1.30 & 6.30 Lochgelly Centre, Lochgelly
6 Nov 7.00 Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley
7 Nov 7.00 Arran High School, Isle Of Arran
Like the Rain
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Three of Tennessee Williams' early one-act plays covering dying prostitutes, lowly childhoods, heartache and desperation: 'Hello from Bertha', 'This Property is Condemned' and 'Talk to me Like the Rain and Let Me Listen'. 'Part of Glasgay!'
28 Oct–8 Nov, not Sundays, Mondays 9.30 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Masters of the Musical
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Featuring songs from the musicals, including 'Miss Saigon', 'Mamma Mia' and 'Mary Poppins', this is a celebration of Broadway and the West End.
1 Nov 7.30 Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy
My House
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Watch the room and chimneys grow and see how many shapes and textures you can spot in the special Starcatcher's house where all is not as it seems! Ages 2-3 years plus parents/carers. 'Part of the Inspiration Festival of the Arts'.
29 Oct–30 Oct 10.30–11.10am & 1.30–2.10 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Nobody Will Ever Forgive Us
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New play about a family under siege, by first time playwright Paul Higgins, directed by John Tiffany as part of the NTS Traverse Debuts season.
20 Nov–29 Nov (20 Nov–22 Nov & 25 Nov–28 Nov 8.00) (29 Nov 2.30 & 8.00) Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Oliver
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East Ayrshire Youth Theatre presents their version of the classic Oliver Twist.
29 Oct–31 Oct 7.30 Palace Theatre, Kilmarnock
Pips and Panda in Circus Land
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Panda and his pal Pip take a trip to the circus, where they meet two funny geese called Jiffy and Jaffy, and Sugar the dancing horse. Puppetry fun, magic and music for children.'Part of Biggar Little Festival'.
18 Oct 1.30 Biggar Puppet Theatre, Biggar
The Pirates of Penzance Junior
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A joyous showcase of the talents of East Kilbride's local Youth Theatre with plenty of madcap moments, comedy and a whole lot of pirates.
8 Nov–10 Nov 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 East Kilbride Village Theatre, East Kilbride
Summer Holiday
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Based on the Cliff Richard classic about a car mechanic and his pals embarking on a tour with a double decker bus, this feel good musical extravaganza is fun for all the family.
14 Oct–18 Oct 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Church Hill Theatre, Edinburgh
The Wizard of Oz
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Thomson Leng Youth Music Theatre whisk you down the yellow brick road for some adventures with Dorothy.
13 Nov–15 Nov Whitehall Theatre, Dundee
Zenwig Puppets - The Story of Father Christmas
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Zenwig puppets retells the story of how an abandoned boy grew up in a magical woodland and discovered his life's work was to become Father Christmas. Poor lad.
6 Dec 3.00 The Sunart Centre / Arainn Shuaineirt, Strontian
Aladdin
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Songs, fun and slapstick comedy for all ages in this ever-popular family Christmas panto by the Lochgilphead Drama Club.
14 Nov–15 Nov 2009 7.30–10.00 Ardrishaig Public Hall, Ardrishaig
Captain Corelli's Mandolin
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Storyteller Mike Maran brings Louis de Berniere's epic tale of love and war to the stage. Featuring live mandolin accompaniment by Alison Stephens. 'Part of Biggar Little Festival'.
17 Oct 7.30 Corn Exchange, Biggar
The Chalky White Substance and The Municipal Abattoir
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The UK premiere of a double-bill of works by Tennessee Williams on the theme of revolution, comprising 'The Municipal Abattoir' and the later, absurdist piece 'The Chalky White Substance'. 'Part of Glasgay!'
21 Oct–25 Oct 7.30 The Arches, Glasgow
Hannah & Harvey - A Journey Across Worlds
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Hannah and her Dad are having trouble seeing eye to eye but help eventually arrives in the form of a big rabbit shaped package. Suitable for ages 10+. 'Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival'.
10 Oct–11 Oct 7.30 Platform, Glasgow
14 Oct 2.30 Ryan Centre, Stranraer
16 Oct 2.00 Dalry Primary School, Dalry
17 Oct–18 Oct 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
Humble Boy
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London Classic Theatre present this comedy about astro-physicist Felix Humble who makes some interesting discoveries at his father's funeral.
14 Nov 7.30 Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy
Il Panico di Pantalone & Il Panico di Capitano
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Two fast-paced, funny and politically engaged acts take to the stage for the unravelling of dreams, hopes and musical aspirations. By Lung Ha's Theatre Company.
17 Oct 12.00; Sat 5.30 Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh
20 Oct 1.30 & 7.30 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
22 Oct 8.00 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
The Lesson
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Benchtours presents Eugene Ionesco's absurdist play about an intense professor, a sparky young student and the shifting power balance that exists between them.
14 Oct 7.30 Regal Community Theatre, Bathgate
15 Oct–18 Oct 7.30 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
24 Oct 8.00 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
25 Oct 7.30 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
31 Oct 8.00 Rosehall Village Hall, Lairg
A Midsummer Night's Dream
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Studio Theatre Group performs Shakespeare's fantastical rom-com.
5 Nov–7 Nov 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
My Fair Lady
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One of the most successful shows in the history of American musical theatre, the classic musical adapted from George Bernard Shaw's 'Pygmalion', is brought to the stage by Lerner and Loewe.
24 Nov–29 Nov Whitehall Theatre, Dundee
Not About Heroes
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A Rowantree Theatre Company of Stephen MacDonald's play about the encounter between WWI poets Siegfried Sassoon and Wilfred Owen in Edinburgh's Craiglockhart War Hospital and their burgeoning friendship in the turmoil of warfare.
17 Oct–18 Oct 7.30–10.00 Bowhill Theatre, Selkirk
23 Oct 7.30 Tower Mill, Kirkstile
24 Oct 8.00 Wynd Theatre, Melrose
25 Oct 7.30 The Maltings, Berwick-Upon-Tweed
29 Oct 7.30 Buccleuch Centre, Langholm
30 Oct 7.30 The Village Hall, Coldingham
31 Oct 7.30 Wauchope Hall, Kelso
1 Nov 7.30 Village Hall, Walkerburn
4 Nov–7 Nov 7.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
8 Nov 7.00 Napier University, Edinburgh
11 Nov 7.30 Town Hall, Jedburgh
14 Nov 7.30 Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre, Peebles
15 Nov 7.30 Smailholm Village Hall, Smailholm
19 Nov 7.30 Walls Public Hall, Shetland
20 Nov 7.30 Scalloway Hall, Scalloway
22 Nov 7.30 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
The Paper Bag Princess
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Pavla's Puppets present this tale of a Princess Elizabeth and her unlikely encounter with the dragon who has burned down her castle and nicked her Prince. Ages 3+.
11 Oct 2.00 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, Glasgow
Pips and Panda Meet Goldilocks & The Three Bears
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Purves Puppets present songs with little Pips the monkey, his pal Panda and the Goldilocks gang.