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Absolute
Date Location
Trance, techno, hard house and all things hard.
16 May 10.00–3.00am Studio 24, 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
The Accidental Death of an Accordionist
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The interactive comedy ceilidh murder mystery theatre show from Right Lines Productions is back for a major Scottish tour.
4 Aug–23 Aug, not Sundays 10.30–0.15am Acoustic Music Centre, Edinburgh
The Acute and cryoverbillionaires
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Glam rock with Smiths and Smashing Pumpkins influences from The Acute plus driving alternative rock from cryoverbillionaires.
22 May 9.00 Heriot-Watt University Union, Edinburgh
Aesop's Fables
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Aesop's timeless fables are fleshed out by Scamp Theatre into sharp, witty, theatrical vignettes. Perfect for adults and children alike. Ages 5+.
28 May–2 Jun, not Sundays 10.45am & 1.30; Fri 10.30am & 7.00; Mon 10.30am & 1.30 Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh
After Me The Flood
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Indie.
17 May 7.00 Wee Red Bar, Edinburgh
Air New Zealand Golden Oldies World Rugby Festival
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The world's biggest rugby festival comes to Scotland for the first time, with up to 3,000 visitors expected to participate.
1 Sep–8 Sep (Times vary) Murrayfield Stadium, Edinburgh
Al Shields
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Acoustic bill with more acts tbc.
14 May 7.30 The Ark, Edinburgh
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
The Alba Puppet Show - History with Puppets
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Learn the story of 'The Black Douglas', meet Hamish the Highlander and hear the tale of the last bear in Scotland.
25 May 12.45, 1.45 & 2.45 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
Albert and Friends Instant Circus
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A week of music and clown mayhem from Albert the Clown. Suitable for all ages. Please bring a rug to sit on.
10 Aug–17 Aug 1.00–1.45 Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
All Back to Mine
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Edinburgh's best DJs dig in their crates for an eclectic mix of personal favourites.
Sundays 10.00–3.00am Opal Lounge, 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
Amy MacDonald
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Fast-rising teenage singer-songwriter from Glasgow whose debut album 'This is the Life' has seen her performing a string of prestigious live shows.
14 May 7.30 Queen's Hall, Edinburgh
An Evening About Women in Afghanistan
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Film screening, talk and Afghan craft stalls focussing on the emerging rights of women in Afghanistan. The film centres on Malalai Joya, one of the new female members of parliament in the country, often called 'the bravest woman in Afghanistan'. 'Part of Ladyfest Edinburgh'
18 May 7.00 Forest Café, Edinburgh
An Evening of Poetry About Paintings
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Stewart Conn, Dilys Rose and Alan Riach wax poetical about all things artistic over a glass of wine.
22 May 7.30 Royal Scottish Academy, Edinburgh
An Oriental Odyssey in the Botanics
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A tour led by the Garden Guides about the plants and trees of Chinese origin that now reside in the gardens. Ages 12+.
7 Jun 2.30–4.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Andy Chung
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Traditional and original songs by local hero fae Fife. 'Part of the Leith Festival'.
5 Jun 7.30 Leith Dockers Club, Edinburgh
Andy White
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A little bit of politics and a lot of wit from the perennially likeable Irish folk rock singer-songwriter.
14 May 8.00 Edinburgh Folk Club, Edinburgh
Animals Asia Foundation
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'From Prison to Paradise. 225 bears, one incredible journey'. Jill Robinson, Founder of Animals Asia Foundation, discusses her work to bring bear bile farming to an end in China and Vietnam on the tenth anniversary of the AAF. Ticket includes vegetarian dinner and a special auction.
25 Jun 7.00 Chinois China China Restaurant, Edinburgh
Anne Donovan
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Book signing of 'Being Emily' by Anne Donovan, author of 'Buddha Da'.
22 May 6.00 Waterstone's, Edinburgh
Anti-Porn Seminar
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Seminar jointly hosted by Zero Tolerance and Scottish Women's Aid, presenting a feminist analysis of our increasingly 'pornified' culture. Tickets in advance from Zero Tolerance on 0131 624 8955.
22 May 12.00–2.00 Scottish Women's Aid Training Room, Edinburgh
Antics
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Rock, emo, punk and metal dispatches from Edinburgh's alt.scene.
Tuesdays 11.00–3.00am The Hive, Edinburgh
Antique and Collectors Fair
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With jewellery, pottery, porcelain, coins, pictures, books, carte-de-visites, linen, prints, ceramics and toys there's something for everyone.
24 May–25 May 9.00am–5.00 Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
Antique and Collectors Fair
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A variety of stalls with clocks, coins, stamps, silver, plate, china, paintings, gold, silver, costumes and jewellery.
17 May, 21 Jun, 13 Sep, 18 Oct, 15 Nov, 13 Dec 10.00am–4.30 Freemasons Hall, Edinburgh
Antique and Collectors Fair
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With jewellery, pottery, porcelain, coins, pictures, books, carte-de-visites, linen, prints, ceramics and toys there's something for everyone.
1 Jun, 6 Jul, 3 Aug, 7 Sep, 5 Oct, 2 Nov, 7 Dec 10.00am–4.30 Meadowbank Sports Centre, Edinburgh
The Antonine Guard
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Meet Scotland's last Roman legion, Legio VI Victrix, as they line up for an impressive display of weapons, equipment and drill. All ages.
18 May 11.45am, 12.45 & 2.45 National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh
The Apocalypse Funk Trio
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Funk, soul and cool beats from guitarist DJ Aki.
Fridays 5.00 The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh
The Armed Man: A Mass For Peace
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Christopher Bell conducts a 'come and sing' performance of Karl Jenkins' powerful and compelling mass for peace, featuring soloists Alison Beck, Morag Campbell and Mike Towers. Supporting Waverley Care, Scotland's HIV charity. To participate as a singer contact 0131 226 2206.
25 May 7.30 Queen's Hall, Edinburgh
Art in the Park
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Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take home any creations. Under 16s must be accompanied.
3 Jul, 10 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul 2.00–3.30 Cammo Estate, Edinburgh
Art-tastic: Chinese Fans
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Make and decorate a fan out of recycled materials. Suitable for all ages.
1 Jun 12.00–4.00 Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Art-tastic: Recycled Asian Kites
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Use scrap materials to make a kite based on Asian nature designs. Suitable for all ages.
6 Jul 12.00–4.00 Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Artists Response to Climate Change
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Group show on the theme of climate change.
Tuesdays–Saturdays (from 24 May) 10.00am–6.00 Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Artist's Talk: Chad McCail
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The artist discusses his current exhibition at Edinburgh Printmakers.
23 Aug 8.00 Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Arts Cafe
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Come and enjoy a glass of wine and discover the French artistic movements and French artists with Agnes Ness.
21 May 5.30–7.00 Institut Français d'Ecosse, Edinburgh
Assembly Rooms Ceilidh
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Ceilidh bands Alive & Jiggin' and HLI plus caller Ken Gourlay lead the festivities.
13 Jun, 4 Jul, 11 Jul, 13 Sep 8.00 Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh
Assembly Rooms Ceilidh
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Ceilidh band Hebrideans and caller Ken Gourlay lead the festivities.
5 Sep 8.00 Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh
Au fil d'Ecosse
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An oblique gaze at Scotland, the exhibition's images and words taking us on a journey across the country: paintings, photos, installation.
1 Jul–29 Aug The GRV, Edinburgh
Audacious
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New night promoting up-and-coming acts and DJs featuring Babyshaker, Ars Dada, Pisstank and Death$uckers for a night of take-no-prisoners breakcore, hardcore and jungle.
15 May 11.00–3.00am The Bongo Club, Edinburgh
Autumn Art
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Nature-based art activities for children aged 4-8. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Please wear old clothes and bring a bag to take newly made art items home.
16 Oct 2.00–3.30 Cammo Estate, Edinburgh
Autumn Textile Weaving
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Learn weaving methods with Susan DuFeu. Booking essential.
22 Sep 10.30am–5.00 Four Winds Inspiration Centre, Edinburgh
Average White Band
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The funkiest band ever to come from Dundee, or Scotland for that matter. They're a bit long in the tooth these days but they can still recapture that Sly Stone/Isley Brothers summer spirit in their current set.
20 May 7.00 The Liquid Room, Edinburgh
Bags of Art
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Collect a bag of new activities from the Art Station at the top of the stairs to help your family explore the collection, and create your own artwork. Ages 3-12.
18 May 2.00–4.00 National Gallery of Modern Art, Edinburgh
Band Showcase
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Call in advance for a gig.
Tuesdays 9.00 Whistlebinkies, Edinburgh
The Bank of Scotland Imaginate Festival
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An Edinburgh based theatre festival for children and young people. With 15 productions for a whole range of ages from toddlers to teenagers the festival will feature plays such as 'Aesop's Fables' by Scamp Theatre and 'Yellow Moon' by TAG Theatre Company.
24 May–2 Jun (Times vary) Various Venues, Edinburgh
Basics
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Proper old school R&B, as in real deal 50s and 60s rhythm and blues.
17 May 11.00–3.00am Henry's Cellar Bar, Edinburgh
Bastard
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Indie, punk, electro, techno and rock from the DJs behind Edinburgh's best indie nights.
Saturdays 11.00–3.00am The Hive, Edinburgh
Bats of Craigmillar
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Join the Countryside Ranger to discover the haunts of bats at Craigmillar Castle Park. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch. Booking essential. Ages 8+; under 16s must be accompanied.
21 Aug 8.00–10.00 Craigmillar Castle Park, Edinburgh
Bats of Easter Craiglockhart Hill
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Join a Countryside Ranger to discover these fascinating night time creatures. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch. Ages 8+; under 16s must be accompanied. Booking essential.
2 Sep 7.30–9.00 Easter Craiglockhart Hill, Edinburgh
Batting about the Dells
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An evening stroll with the aim of learning about the creatures of the night, laying to rest some old myths and taking home some fascinating facts. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes, waterproofs and a torch. Ages 8+; under 16s must be accompanied. Booking essential.
26 Aug 8.00–10.00 Colinton and Craiglockhart Dell, Edinburgh
The Beach Boys
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The surviving Beach Boys (with one obvious exception) continue to tour their surf flavoured summer vibes.
15 May 7.30 Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
Beasties Under Our Feet
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Find out about the miniscule world of minibeasts then make a collage to take home. Ages 5+.
20 May 10.30am–1.00 Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
Beat Cast
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Lucky Luciano and DJ JT bring the mainstream house, electro house, bootlegs, urban dance and chart.
Fridays 10.30–3.00am GHQ, Edinburgh
Beautiful Hermitage: Learning About Biodiversity
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Meet the experts in the field and learn to identify any trees, plants, insects, birds and more that can be found in the Hermitage wood. Under 16s must be accompanied. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs.
6 Jul 10.00am–3.00 Hermitage Of Braid Visitor Centre, Edinburgh
Beauty and the Beast
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Love conquers all in Birmingham Royal Ballet's rendition of the classic story.
6 Nov–8 Nov 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Benefit in Aid of the Rock Trust
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Susan Morrison hosts this evening, with the worthy aim of raising money for The Rock Trust: a charity which helps provide opportunities and support for vulnerable young people.
21 May 8.30 The Stand, Edinburgh
Benny Gallagher
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A songwriter of sheer class whose songs have been covered by Bryan Ferry, Don Williams, Garth Brooks, Phil Everley and Simon & Garfunkel.
30 May 7.30 Netherbow Arts Centre, Edinburgh
Beuysband
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Highly visual musical about a band in search of fame. Ages 12+. 'Part of the Bank of Scotland Imaginate Festival'.
29 May–31 May Thu 2.00 & 7.00; Fri 10.15am; Sat 7.00 Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Bhoothnath
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Bollywood presentation.
9 May–15 May 12.40, 4.00 & 7.20; Fri & Sat 12.40, 4.00, 7.20 & 10.50 Cineworld Edinburgh, Edinburgh
Big and Little Yoga
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Weekly yoga session specially designed for adults and children to enjoy together.
Tuesdays 9.30–10.30am The Yoga Room, Edinburgh
Big Bird Event at the Hermitage!
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Do your bit for local birdlife: learn how to build your own bird box to take away home or to put up in your favourite Nature Reserve. Under 16s must be accompanied. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Booking essential.
25 Jan 12.00–3.00 Hermitage Of Braid Visitor Centre, Edinburgh
Big Toe's Hi-Fi
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Reggae, dancehall, hip hop and other dubby grooves from Barba Poppa Choppa, C-Diggles and Jockass, plus singing sensations Daddy Scotty and Ras Ista Jamaica. Joined by special guests Bass Warrior.
16 May 10.30–3.00am Wee Red Bar, Edinburgh
Black Bo's Comedy Night
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Free comedy gems presented to an unsuspecting public at Black Bo's, with some of the freshest voices in the Scottish circuit.
21 May, 4 Jun 8.30 Black Bo's, Edinburgh
Blue Zinc, The Dials and Delta Sound
Date Location
Blues, indie, rock, covers and originals.
17 May 6.00 Whistlebinkies, Edinburgh
Boogie Express
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Get down and freak out at this glittering disco party night like no other all courtesy of DJ Stretch Limo. Dress up if you dare.
Fridays 11.00–3.00am City Nightclub, Edinburgh
Boogie Fridays
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DJ Stretch presents the best in chart anthems, disco and party grooves. Email clubpurple@hotmail.com for guestlist/priority entry.
Fridays 10.00–3.00am Club Purple, Edinburgh
Book Fair
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Booksellers from throughout Scotland will be selling a mixed range of antiquarian and secondhand books to suit all tastes and pockets.
14 Jun 10.00am–5.00 Assembly Rooms, Edinburgh
Booty
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Isla Blige (geddit?), DJ Dale Lush and Simmone Black provide the mix of R&B, hip hop, soul and funk at this Sunday social. Superhero bank holiday special.
25 May 11.00–3.00am Medina, Edinburgh
Botanical Images Scotia
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Contemporary botanical art from Scotland and abroad.
2 Jun–12 Jun 10.00am–4.56 Exhibition Hall Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Bounce
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Thursday night mix of classic R&B, funky house and dance beats from Tokyoblu's John Hutchison.
Thursdays 10.30–3.00am Po Na Na, Edinburgh
Boutique
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Electro and house from Lucky Luciano plus 'orchestrated cheese' from DJ Dowzer.
Saturdays 10.30–3.00am GHQ, Edinburgh
Boyzone
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The Irish boy band return with their ballads and pop hits.
18 Jul 7.00 Castle Esplanade, Edinburgh
Bridget Jones Prints
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Prints inspired by Jones' botanical studies, the RBGE archives, the work of John Hope, Regius Keeper (1761-86), the Scottish Enlightenment and research into a new window in the City Chambers.
Mondays–Fridays (from 1 Jul) 10.00am–4.30 Royal Botanic Garden (Library Foyer), Edinburgh
Bubblegum Boogaloo
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Night of 'groovy retro, shaggadelic lounge, psychedelic pop, hip instrumentals and easy'n'sleazy listening' from your hosts Tall Paul and Angus (The Go-Go), Jom Jose (Vegas) and Professor Plastic plus special live guests The New Birdmen.
16 May 9.00–1.00am The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh
Buena Vista Social Club
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The blistering music that came to the public's attention through the film of the same name is celebrated with a performance by a 12-piece band, direct from Havana.
12 May 7.30 Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
Bug Hunt
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A walk in the old Moredun Wood to discover the creepy crawlies that live there. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Under 16s must be accompanied.
28 Sep 10.00–11.30am Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park, Edinburgh
BumFunk
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A new Sunday nighter for the Cab from some of the talent behind Taste as Marco Smith, Kaupuss and Miss Chris deliver the best in funky house and electro.
Sundays 11.00–3.00am Cabaret Voltaire, Edinburgh
Bump
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Night of chart, pop and R&B.
Thursdays 10.30–3.00am The Liquid Room, Edinburgh
Cadence Weapon and J-Live
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Unique double bill of intelligent hip hop. Canadian rapper/producer, Rollie 'Cadence Weapon' Pemberton, cracks wicked lines over techno, hardcore beats and breaks. Plus J-Live's dextrous vocals and biting social commentary and a bass-heavy hip hop sound.
19 May The Voodoo Rooms, Edinburgh
Café Histoire
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Come and enjoy a glass of wine and (re)-discover, in French, the important dates and personalities in French history with Patrick Landri.
12 May 5.30–7.00 Institut Français d'Ecosse, Edinburgh
Café Philo
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Enjoy a glass of wine and a philosophical discussion in French on a choice of topics.
30 May 4.30–6.00 Institut Français d'Ecosse, Edinburgh
Call to Arms
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An exploration of the technology used by the Scottish infantry at various points throughout history, with a hands on element.
23 May–1 Feb 2009, not 25 Dec, 1 Jan 2009 (23 May–31 Oct 9.45am–5.45) (1 Nov–1 Feb 2009 9.45am–4.45) National War Museum Of Scotland, Edinburgh
Cancer Research UK's Race for Life
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A 5km walk, jog or run which raises funds for Cancer Research UK. The event is for women of all ages and fitness levels.
1 Jun, 15 Jun 11.00am Holyrood Park, Edinburgh
Can't Smile Without You
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A new Barry Manilow musical starring 'all' of his hit songs.
20 Oct–25 Oct 7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Carbon
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Night of indie favourites from Arctic Monkeys to Underworld. All door money is donated to offset your carbon footprint, so 'the more times you rave, the more trees you save'.
Sundays 10.00–3.00am Stereo, Edinburgh
Caribou and Born Ruffians
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Psychedelic electronica artist formerly known as Manitoba. 'Part of Tigerfest'.
21 May 7.00 Cabaret Voltaire, 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
Cashback
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Ben (Biggerstaff) can't sleep since he split up with girlfriend Suzy (Ryan). Maybe Sharon (Fox) the checkout girl can help him. Writer/director Ellis' extends his 2004 award-winning short of the same name, leading to continuity anomalies and tedious padding amid the amoral ambiguity and high porn of the original, but it's fairly entertaining and soulful for its meagre budget.
9 May–15 May 9.05 Cineworld Edinburgh, Edinburgh
Ceilidh Club
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Ceilidh dancing, furious fiddlers and callers to lead you through the steps featuring Tradlab (27 May) and The Jimi Shandrix Experience (3 Jun).
Tuesdays 8.00 The Lot, Edinburgh
Celtic Trees
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Learn about trees native to Scotland, their practical uses, superstitions and ancient rites. Booking advisable.
14 Aug 11.00am Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
Chad McCail
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Two series' of screenprints and a suite of lithographs, reflecting the history and mechanics of compulsory education and our dealings with puberty as a culture. Artist's talk, Sat 23 Aug.
Tuesdays–Saturdays (from 19 Jul) 10.00am–6.00 Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
Chairmen Meow
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Eclectic chart, dance and indie from Calverto and Harry Ainsworth.
Wednesdays 10.00–3.00am Shanghai, Edinburgh
Chambles
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Night of sexy music, fantastic cocktails and fabulous people. Dress to impress.
Wednesdays 10.00–3.00am Opal Lounge, Edinburgh
Charity Concert
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Charity concert for Waverly Care featuring the Edinburgh Concert band and Cadenza choir.
8 Jun 7.30–9.45 Queen's Hall, Edinburgh
Charity Thursdays
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Weekly pub quiz, with the proceeds going to a different charity every time.
Thursdays 8.00 Bar Diesel, Edinburgh
Cheated Hearts
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The team behind Evol launch this new night of all that's great about indie past and present.
Thursdays 11.00–3.00am The Hive, Edinburgh
Chinese Music at Midsummer
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A live performance of incorporating the sound-making efforts of Found, Angkalung Ensemble, the Harmony Ensemble and the Shanghai Jazz Project to accompany the 'Dialogues of Wind and Bamboo' exhibition.
21 Jun 6.00–11.00 Royal Botanic Garden, Edinburgh
A Chinese Traveller in Edinburgh
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Composer and musician Kimho Ip combines Chinese music, spoken word and calligraphy. 'Part of Through Stranger Eyes: Stories of Travel'.
16 May 7.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Chris Stone and Frank Burkitt
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Barefoot fiddler from Aussie band Eilean Mor, joined by Edinburgh-based singer-songwriter Burkitt.
31 May 7.30 Leith Folk Club, Edinburgh
Christy Moore
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Moore is one of Ireland's leading solo artists, mixing traditional song with contemporary social and political commentary, and a few funny anecdotes to ensure his gigs feel more like a reunion of old friends. Here he plays with Declan Sinnott.
1 Jun 8.00 Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh

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