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A' the Airts, 8–12 High Street, Sanquhar
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5 Jun 7.30pm Fetch Part of Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival. Alan Gordon's play hashes out what it means to be a Scottish man, transcending football hooliganism…
Adamton House Hotel, Baird Road Monkton, Prestwick
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3 Jun 7pm The Red Hot Chilli Pipers Part of Burns an' a' That. A unique brand of 'bag rock' (that's bagpipes plus rock, if you were wondering) with stirring tunes and energetic…
Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street, Edinburgh
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2 Aug–26 Aug Mon–Sun 6.05–7.20pm
Mon–Sun 6.05–7.20pm		 Stewart Lee: Carpet Remnant World Assembly Rooms. What can a sexless middle aged married man, whose life now consists mainly of watching Scooby Doo cartoons with a four year old…
Ayr College, Dam Park Ayr
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4 Jun Mon 2pm & 7.30pm Dirty Rhymes and Revolting Beasts Access to Creative Industry students at Ayr College present their take on Roald Dahl's collections of poems for kids Revolting Rhymes and Dirty…
Ayr Town Hall, Carrick Street, Ayr
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2 Jun 7.30pm The Complete Stone Roses Part of Burns an' a' That. Stone Roses tribute act officially approved by Roses bassist Mani.
1 Jun 10am Crab Apple Arts Fair Plenty of demonstrations and creative workshops, as well as stalls selling photography, graphic design, painting, ceramics, jewellery and digital…
31 May 7.30pm An Evening with Dean Park Part of Burns an' a' That. Entertainer Dean Park sings big band and Motown classics, and entertains with his comedic talents.
3 Jun 7.30pm James Grant Part of Burns an' a' That. Ex-Love and Money man ploughs a folkier furrow with his solo career.
1 Jun 9pm Tensheds and Jill Jackson Tensheds, aka bluesy award-winning rocker Matt Millership, is joined by ex-Speedway frontwoman Jill Jackson for a night of rockabilly, boogie…
Bar FM, Hopgood Street, London W12
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19 Oct Oct 19, 7.30pm Knock2Bag Comedy Sketch comedy from Late Night Gimp Fight, plus Cardinal Burns, Mae Martin and Tom Adams.
Be Enchanted, 24 Wellington Square, Ayr
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2 Jun–3 Jun Sat & Sun 2–4pm Budding Burns Stars The chance to create and star in a film about Robert Burns and his pals. Ages 6+.
2 Jun 10.30am Burns Stories Burns-themed storytelling workshop for young ones, mixing stories, games and arts & crafts. Ages 3+.
Burns Cottage, Murdoch's Lone, Alloway
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30 May 6pm Robert Burns: Not in My Name Linked by a video narrative the radical subversive poetry of Robert Burns, the dangerous stuff he couldn't put his name to during his lifetime, is…
Burns Monument Centre, Kay Park, Kilmarnock
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12 Nov–17 Nov Times vary Imprint Festival hub at Burns Centre, though some events around East Ayrshire. A literary festival with a community feel. With local authors William…
Cameo, 38 Home Street, Edinburgh
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29 Jun 11.15pm Wrong Part of Edinburgh International Film Festival: Night Moves Dolph Springer wakes up to find his dog Paul is missing, and a bizarre chain of…
Captains Bar, 4 South College Street, Edinburgh
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1 Aug–25 Aug Wed–Sat 11am–noon
Wed–Sat 11am–noon		 Robert Burns: A Life in Words and Song Robert Burns: A Life in Words and Song. A celebration of the man who was the poet of the country - perhaps of mankind. Writer/raconteur Allan…
Castle Menzies, Weem, Aberfeldy
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31 Oct 2pm Dougie MacLean and Bruce MacGregor Dougie MacLean and Blazin' Fiddles founder MacGregor play music by Burns and Niel Gow. Part of Perthshire Amber.
Cineworld Fountainpark, Fountain Park, 130/3 Dundee Street, Edinburgh
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30 Jun 6.10pm Wrong Part of Edinburgh International Film Festival: Night Moves Dolph Springer wakes up to find his dog Paul is missing, and a bizarre chain of…
Cockenzie House, 22 Edinburgh Road, Cockenzie
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2 Jun–10 Jun Mon–Sun 11am–5pm Photospace A space to enjoy a selection of examples of photography and have a chat with the photographers. Photographs from Kathryn Berg, Glyn Stanworth, Alan…
Comedy Store, 1a Oxendon Street, London SW1Y
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9 Jul Jul 9, 8pm Kids Company Show Surreal one-liners from Milton Jones, plus Patrick Monahan, Brendon Burns and MC Adam Bloom.
Council Chambers, Ayr Town Hall, New Bridge Street, Ayr
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30 May 7.30pm As Others See Us Quernstance present an exploration of Scotland during Burns' time through music and songs of the 18th century and readings from letters and…
1 Jun 12.30pm A Conversation with Tony Black Part of Burns an' a' That. Critically-acclaimed writer Tony is apparently Irvine Welsh's favourite crime novelist. Today he talks about his first…
1 Jun 2pm Crumbling Jack and Friends Part of Burns an' a' That. Songwriter AA Reid and singer Ian Robertson present songs and poetry in the company of some musical friends.
1 Jun 10am Hipshot Big Burns Comp Youngsters compete in a 'battle of the Bards', showing there's a wealth of junior love for Burns out there too. Part of Burns an' a' That.
Courtyard Bar, 32 Queens Court, Ayr
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30 May To be confirmed Open Mic Night Bring your talents to a wider audience.and enjoy the music of in house entertainers Ian Newland, Luther Hall, Conor Kelly and Xav Abouda. Plenty of…
31 May–1 Jun Thu & Fri 7–10pm Take Me Drunk Am Hame! Mini evening festival celebrating Burns' reputation as a drunken Casanova with sketches, Scottish raps and comedy. Part of Burns an' a' That.
Culzean Castle & Country Park, Maybole
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3 Jun Noon Poetry Picnic Part of Burns an' a' That. Bring along a rug and enjoy a BBQ as you're entertained by an afternoon of poetry and performance.
Dumbarton Library, Strathleven Place, Dumbarton
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31 May 7.30pm The Deil’s Awa Wi’ Th’ Exciseman Gerard Carruthers, Professor of Scottish Literature at Glasgow University, leads an evening celebrating Robert Burns, with performances of poems and…
1 May–1 Jun Times vary Rare Robert Burns Editions Loans from the University of Glasgow's library see two of the most significant treasures from Burns' life and career come to Dunbartonshire: a first…
Easdale Island Community Hall, Easdale Island, By Oban
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7 Jul–18 Jul To be confirmed Recent Works by Kenneth A Burns and David V Donnison Local artists display new works.
Eden Court Theatre, Bishop's Road, Inverness
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28 Aug–29 Aug Tue & Wed 7.30pm Tam O'Shanter Gerry Mulgrew's adaptation of the Burns classic offers a highly visual, musical and comical evening of theatre.
Gardyne Theatre, Gardyne Road, Dundee
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10 Jun 7.30pm Alison Burns Former Penny Dainties singer Burns is inspired by the close harmony style of the 1940s, and brings her unique jazz vocal style back on the road.
The Grassic Gibbon Centre, Arbuthnott, Laurencekirk
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3 Aug–5 Aug Times vary Mearns Connections Festival A civilised celebration of Grassic Gibbon, Eardley and Burns, with a performances, concerts and dinners with entertainment.
Harbour Arts Centre, 114–116 Harbour Street, Irvine
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31 May–1 Jun Thu & Fri 1.30pm & 7pm Once a Catholic Mary O'Malley's comic play follows three girls in form 5A at a North London convent as they struggle with O-levels, sex, religion and rock‘n’roll in…
Harbour House, The Promenade, Kingsbridge
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21 Aug–2 Sep From Aug 21, Mon–Sun 10am–5pm, ends Sep 2 Rosie Burns Figurative sculpture and landscape paintings.
Highlight, Camden Lock, Middle Yard Chalk Farm Road, London NW1
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17 Aug Aug 17, 8.15pm–10.15pm, doors 6.45pm Foster's Comedy Live Energetic stand-up from Junior Simpson, plus Otiz Cannelloni, Greg Burns, Paul Garvey and Kieran Lawless.
18 Aug Aug 18, 8.15pm–10.15pm, doors 6.45pm Foster's Comedy Live Energetic stand-up from Junior Simpson, plus Otiz Cannelloni, Greg Burns and Rob Carter.
5 Oct Oct 5, 8.15pm–10.15pm, doors 6.45pm Foster's Comedy Live Subversive observations from Jeff Innocent, plus Greg Burns, Alex Boardman, Josh Howie and Jimmy O.
Howden Park Centre, Howden, Livingston
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31 May 7pm Restoring Burns Illustrated talk about how to conserve sculptures, including discussion of the recent restoration of the Highland Mary and Robert Burns statue in…
Just The Tonic Comedy Club, 30-32 Granby Street, Leicester
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1 Jul Jul 1, 8pm, doors 6.45pm Just The Tonic Comedy Club: Edinburgh Preview Aggressive and controversial humour from Australian stand-up Brendon Burns, plus Adam Vincent.
Kinlochard Village Hall, Kinlochard, Aberfoyle
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9 Jun 8pm Irish-Scottish Concert and Ceilidh The best of Scottish and Irish musicians and dancers in full flight, including the likes of Johnny Connolly, the FUM Trio, Paul Moran, John Burns…
Kyle Centre, High Street, Ayr
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2 Jun 9am Ayrshire Farmer Market One of the first to open in Scotland, Ayrshire Farmers' Market features local and seasonal produce, including Ayrshire potatoes and other veg, ice…
The Lakeside Country Club, Quarry Lane, Norwich
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6 Jun Jun 6, 8pm–10.30pm, doors 7pm The Stars Of British Jazz Trad jazz standards from pianist Colin Wood, bassist and singer John Benson, clarinetist and saxophonist Zoltan Sagi, trombonist Graham Woodhouse…
Lennoxlove House, Haddington
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The Great Hall
30 May 7.30pm
31 May 7.30pm 		The Mother of all Burns Musical drama exploring Haddington's connection with Robert Burns. By Bob Mitchell and David Murray. Part of Haddington Festival.
Lochside Theatre, Lochside Road, Castle Douglas
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4 Jun 7.30pm Fetch Alan Gordon's play hashes out what it means to be a Scottish man, transcending football hooliganism and drinking too much and embracing family…
Lockerbie Little Theatre, Well Road, Lockerbie
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3 Jun 7.30pm Fetch Part of Dumfries & Galloway Arts Festival. Alan Gordon's play hashes out what it means to be a Scottish man, transcending football hooliganism…
Loudoun Hall, 1 Boat Vennal, Ayr
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31 May 9pm
2 Jun 8pm 		About Tam O'Shanter Bruce's 'educomedy' romps through the early years of Scottish history, taking in Robert the Bruce, William Wallace, the Declaration of Arbroath and…
2 Jun Sat 7pm & 9pm Absolute Improv 7pm show suitable for all the family; 9pm show over 18s only. Part of Burns an' a' That. Influenced by the like of Whose Line is it Anyway and Fast…
2 Jun 10am Absolute Improv Comedy Workshops The funny folks of To Be Continued … improv group offer free comedy workshops allowing participants to unleash their inner Whose Liner -ers. Limited…
2 Jun 5pm Anna Sweeney Acoustic country-pop from 17-year-old Ayr singer/songwriter Anna. Part of Burns an' a' That.
31 May 5pm
2 Jun 6pm 		Eilidh Grant Part of Burns an' a' That. Hugely talented, award-winning Scottish singer.
31 May 4pm
2 Jun 4pm 		An Ode to John Rodie Poet and Burns enthusiast John Rodie is celebrated by Hipshot Theatre Company. Part of Burns an' a' That.
31 May 7pm Pauline Alexander Emerging Scottish artist Pauline sings a mix of traditional and original songs. Part of Burns an' a' That.
2 Jun Noon Robert Burns Live Christopher Tait, leading Burns performer, gives his take on some of the poets best known works, including To A Mouse and Tam O'Shanter. Part of…
31 May 2pm
2 Jun 3pm 		Robert Burns Marries His Jean A presentation of the romance between Burns and his one true love, Jean Armour of Mauchline. Part of Burns an' a' That.
2 Jun 2pm Rory Malone Lead singer of New Zealand's teen band A Kiss Goodbye, Malone strikes out solo playing Christian punk pop. Part of Burns an' a' That.
31 May 3pm The Scots Language: In Word and Song An informal, entertaining tour of the history of the Scottish language with two experts in the field, John Morran (vocals, guitar, cittern) and Fred…
2 Jun 1pm Songs from the Musicals Musical Theatre songs and dances from FIB. Part of Burns an' a' That.
31 May Thu 6pm & 8pm Tom Oakes Trio The Edinburgh guitarist and flautist performs a new show detailing his diverse influences including jazz, Easter, Irish and Scandinavian traditions.
31 May 1pm The Twa Ayrshire Laddies: Bozzy and Rabbie James Boswell and Robert Burns lived just miles from each other, but embodied different brands of writing and cultural significance. William Zachs…
31 May Noon Twa Robs: Tannahill and Burns John Morran and Fred Freeman perform songs by two of the most-loved Scottish musical legends. Part of Burns an' a' That.
The Mackintosh Church, Queen's Cross, 870 Garscube Road, Glasgow
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20 Jun 7.30pm Wilma MacDougall & Paul Keohone Soprano MacDougall and baritone Keohone sing songs by Burns, Mendelssohn and Mozart, as well as showtunes. Geoffrey Tanti (piano) accompanies. Part…
The Macphail Centre, Mill Street, Ullapool
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5 Oct–7 Oct Times vary Ullapool Guitar Festival A combination of workshops, concerts, late night sessions and a trade fair with several top manufacturers of bespoke guitars, including Avalon…
Muni Arts Centre, Gelliwastad Road, Pontypridd
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1 Jun Jun 1, 7pm Ten, Serpentine, White Widdow Hard rock from the Manchester-based band formed by singer-songwriter Gary Hughes and guitarist Vinny Burns.
The Old Racecourse, Ayr
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30 May 7.30pm Land O'Burns 10k Road Race A scenic 10k race starting at Ayr Beachfront and passing Burns' cottage. Ages 15+. Part of Burns an' a' That.
Òran Mór, 731-735 Great Western Road, Glasgow
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15 Jun 7pm Martin Taylor and Alison Burns The Grammy Award-winning guitarist plays solo and joins forces with jazz vocalist Burns. Part of the West End Festival.
Palace Theatre, 9 Green Street, Kilmarnock
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31 Aug–1 Sep Fri & Sat 7.30pm Tam O'Shanter Gerry Mulgrew's adaptation of the Burns classic offers a highly visual, musical and comical evening of theatre.
Pentland Community Centre, Oxgangs Brae, Edinburgh
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28 Nov 2011–31 Dec 2012 Mon 8.15–9.15pm Zumba Get fit in style with the dance activity that burns calories to Latin music.
Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, Perth
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5 Sep–8 Sep Wed–Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm Tam O'Shanter Gerry Mulgrew's adaptation of the Burns classic offers a highly visual, musical and comical evening of theatre.
Prestwick Esplanade, Prestwick
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2 Jun 12.15pm Prestwick Promenade Traditional seaside family fun, a nostalgic carnival, and period costumes. Part of Burns an' a' That.
Le QuecumBar, 42-44 Battersea High Street, London SW11
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9 Jun Jun 9, 23, 6pm Stephane Graffiti Gypsy, swing and Celtic music by violinist Noreen Cullen and vocalist-guitarist Adrian Burns.
Robert Burns Birthplace Museum, Murdoch's Lane, Alloway, Ayr
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4 Jun Noon 1950s Jubilee Party Come dressed up in 50s finery for a party to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee. The museum gardens are taken back in time, with family…
30 May–27 Aug Mon–Sun 10am–5.30pm Adrian Wiszniewski: The Man Who Loved Women New paintings by the veteran painter, illustrating the life and loves of Robert Burns.
14 Jul–15 Jul Sat & Sun 11am–4pm Ayrshire Makers Weekend Local craftsmen display a range of skills and talents.
31 May 5.30pm La Befana Member of the Scottish Philharmonic Orchestra perform music to accompany the exhibition (The Man Who Loved Women), including Gordon Rigby's…
1 Jul 2pm Bought and Sold for English Gold Museum director Nat Edwards revisits Scotland's ill-fated Darien scheme.
22 Jun 1pm Family Fun Day Family activities including bouncy castles, facepainting, a children’s entertainer, games and a barbecue.
18 Jul Wed 1.30–2.30pm & 3–4pm Feis Rois Ceilidh Trail Young Scottish trad musicians take to the road for a four-week tour of gigs of all types (indoor, outdoor, ceilidhs, music festivals) across the…
4 Jun 1pm Jubilee Afternoon Tea A royal-themed afternoon of champagne and cream teas, music, flower arranging and cookery demonstrations to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee.
24 Jun 1pm
29 Jul 1pm
26 Aug 1pm 		Lunchtime Tours: Robert Burns Birthplace Take a tour in Alloway with a Robert Burns Museum guide, and visit the Brig O Doon, the Robert Burns Monument and the Alloway Kirk.
5 May–27 Aug Mon–Sun 10.30am–5pm The Man Who Loved Women Glasgow artist Adrian Wiszniewski offers an exhibition of paintings inspired by the life – and loves – of Burns. Part of Burns an' a' That.
8 Jun 10.30am Olympic Torch at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum Celebrations include music, fun, Olympic-inspired cakes and food as the Olympic Torch pauses to visit the birthplace of The Bard.
9 Jun Sat 1pm & 3pm
14 Jul Sat 1pm & 3pm
11 Aug Sat 1pm & 3pm 		Rambling Rosie's Saturday Stories Rosie Mapplebeck spins tales of the life of Robert Burns on a tour around the Auld Kirk, Brig, gardens and Burns' monument.
7 Apr–7 Oct Sat & Sun 10.30am–3.30pm Robert Burns Birthplace Museum: Guided Tours Tours of the museum depart hourly (half past the hour) and last 30 minutes. Join expert guides for a 30-minute tour of the highlights of the museum…
7 Apr–7 Oct Sat & Sun 11am–4pm Robert Burns Birthplace Museum: Guided Tours Tours of the cottage depart hourly, on the hour, and last 30 minutes. Join expert guides for a 30-minute tour of the highlights of the museum or…
4 Apr–3 Oct Wed 3pm Robert Burns Birthplace Museum: Highlight Talks In-depth talks on a variety of topics relating to the life and times of Robert Burns.
3 Jun 2pm Robert Fergusson and the Periodical Press Dr Rhona Brown talks about the influence of Scottish writer Robert Fergusson on Burns' own life and work.
5 Aug 2pm Scottish Folklore and Traditions Insight into the traditions and culture of Scotland in the time of Burns, with folklorist Dr Margaret Bennett.
27 Jul 7pm The Songs of Robert Burns: Jim Malcolm in Concert Music from the singer-songwriter and noted Burns interpreter.
3 Jul Noon Strawberry Hill Fiddlers Put life and mettle in yer heels with some lively fiddle music at the museum.
1 Jun 7pm The Sweetest Hours Enjoy some locally-sourced food with entertainment from the Kilmarnock Edition, a band comprised of six award-winning Ayrshire artists. Part of…
2 Jun 8pm Third Degree Burns: Homegrown Youthful singer/songwriter Little Fire presents an evening of songs and poetry from Scottish artists and musicians. Part of Burns an' a' That.
Robert Burns Centre Film Theatre, Mill Road, Dumfries
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7 Jun 7.30pm Dalai Lama Renaissance Documentary charting the journey made by 40 visionaries and innovative thinkers to visit the Dalai Lama in Tibet for five days of discussions on the…
30 May 7.30pm Delicacy (La délicatesse) Recently widowed Nathalie (Tautou) contemplates a union with clumsy workmate Markus (Damiens). Perhaps only French cinema values beauty so highly… (3 stars)
6 Jun 7.30pm Le Havre In the dismal seaport of Le Havre, elderly shoe-shiner Marcel (Wilms) attempts to help a young African immigrant boy to cross the Channel to a… (4 stars)
31 May Thu 10.45am & 5pm Kizzy BBC book-to-film adaptation about the life of an orphaned girl living in the travelling community and her struggles to fit into mainstream education.
1 Jun–2 Jun Fri & Sat 7.30pm Mirror Mirror Roberts stars as the narcissistic evil queen in this comic-fantasy twist on the Snow White story. (2 stars)
Romsey Abbey, Abbey Mead The Abbey, Romsey
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21 Sep Sep 21, 7.30pm Anthony Burns-Cox The organist performs various works.
Roundhouse, Chalk Farm Road, London NW1
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Studio Theatre
3 Jun Jun 3, 12.30pm 		You Obviously Know What I'm Talking About How It Ended Productions presents a physical comedy with live music, set during a day when everything goes wrong. Written by Teresa Burns, directed…
Rumba, 36 Shaftesbury Avenue, London W1D
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15 Jun Jun 15, 8pm–10pm Big Night Out Quick wit and observations from Greg Burns, plus Rob Collins, Nick Helm and MC Chris Gilbert.
16 Jun Jun 16, 8pm–10pm Big Night Out Quick wit from Greg Burns, plus Rob Collins, Nick Helm and MC Chris Gilbert.
10 Aug Aug 10, 8pm–10pm Big Night Out Topical humour from Paul Thorne, plus Rob Collins, Greg Burns and MC Chris Gilbert.
11 Aug Aug 11, 8pm–10pm Big Night Out Topical wit from Paul Thorne, plus Rob Collins, Greg Burns and MC Chris Gilbert.

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