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The Ark, 3-7 Waterloo Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
8 Sep
7.30
Gar Cox Rock and indie (more acts tbc).
13 Sep
7.30
Universal You Big, classic rock.
Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
14 Sep
7.30
The Band Of Her Majesty's Royal Marines A musical extravaganza covering everything from Elvis to opera.
Assembly Rooms, 54 George Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
13 Sep, 17 Oct
8.00
Assembly Rooms Ceilidh Ceilidh band Alive & Jiggin' plus caller Ken Gourlay lead the festivities.
Base, 69 Cowgate, Edinburgh
Date Event
Fridays
10.00–3.00am
Fabuloz Fridays Edinburgh's hottest urban party from DJ Fabuloz and MC Flow.
Berlin Bierhaus, 3 Queensferry Lane, Edinburgh
Date Event
Thursdays
10.30–3.00am
Vanity Cutting edge soul, R&B, electro house and funky house.
Beyond Words Bookshop, 42-44 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
9 Sep
6.00
Jim Shaughnessy Jim Shaughnessy talks about his lifetime's work photographing North American railroads.
Blackford Pond, Cluny Gardens, Edinburgh
Date Event
23 Nov
1.00–3.00
Rocks and Ice of Hermitage and Blackford Hill From volcanic eruptions to great glaciers: find out how massive forces shaped this exciting landscape. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes…
Blackwells, 53-59 South Bridge, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Sep
6.30–8.00
Rodge Glass The Glasgow-based Jewish author of 'Hope for Newborns' analyses icons of football and fiction in his forthcoming works.
18 Sep
6.30–8.00
Mike Nicholson New novel from the winner of the Kelpies Prize 2005 for new Scottish writing for children. 'Grimm' is set in the fictional town of Aberfintry.
The Bongo Club, Moray House 37 Holyrood Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
8 Sep–15 Sep
8.00–1.00am
Freak Screen Free film night (from docs and skate movies to horror) followed by funk-fuelled eclectica from Commanderson and General B-Battenburg.
10 Sep25 Sep
11.00–3.00am
JungleDubd Showcasing the Scottish dub, dubstep and jungle scene.
11 Sep
10.30–3.00am
Mutiny A blend of drum & bass, hard techno, breakcore and hardcore with the Scottish debut of Remarc (Planet Mu) alongside Producer, Ghost and Nass TSC.
12 Sep
11.00–3.00am
Bass Syndicate Resident DJs in the house (G*Mac and Silver Storic) will be joined by a whole bunch of local Edinburgh breaks crew for a 'Strictly Breaks' night…
13 Sep
11.00–3.00am
Messenger Sound System The mighty Messenger Sound System blasts out the best in righteous reggae and roots playing with MC Ras Echo.
7 Sep15 Sep
10.00–3.00am
Hobo 'Sonic adventures, from Transylvania to the Great Wall of China' as Hobo returns. Live guests include Dead Boy Robotics (7 Sep) and Cuddly Shark (14…
Borders Books, Fort Kinnaird Retail Park, Edinburgh
Date Event
13 Sep
2.00
Roald Dahl Day Blackwell's honours one of Britain's best ever children's authors, with a day of Dahlian activities, revolting rhymes and stories. Come dressed as…
The Braid Centre, Nile Grove (off Morningside Road), Edinburgh
Date Event
17 Dec Edinburgh Telephone Choir: Christmas Carol Concert Popular Christmas music from the Edinburgh Telephone Choir.
Brunton Theatre, Ladywell Way Musselburgh, Edinburgh
Date Event
11 Sep
7.30
Sex And Chocolate The MsFits present this bittersweet comedy about life, love, mobsters and Maltesers.
13 Sep
7.30
Danny Bhoy Be-dimpled Moffat-born charmer with a nice line in worldly observations.
15 Sep
7.30
The Poozies From the funky bass sounds of the electro-harp along with accordion and fiddles, this all-female quartet have a sound that's all their own.
18 Sep
7.30
Caledon - Always To Be Here Rousing tunes from the be-kilted trio of tenors.
20 Sep
11.00am & 2.00
The Man Who Planted Trees Puppet State Theatre Co presents this timeless tale about a simple shepherd who transforms a desolate area by planting hundreds of trees. Ages 7+.
23 Sep
7.30
Tango! Tango! A night of hot and passionate Tango from Buenos Aires.
24 Sep
7.30
Magic: A Kind Of Queen Popular Queen tribute act and light show.
26 Sep–27 Sep
7.30
Humble Boy London Classic Theatre present this comedy about astro-physicist Felix Humble who makes some interesting discoveries at his father's funeral.
Burdiehouse Burn Valley Park, Gilmerton Dykes Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
28 Sep
10.00–11.30am
Bug Hunt A walk in the old Moredun Wood to discover the creepy crawlies that live there. Please bring sturdy footwear, warm clothes and waterproofs. Under…
Cabaret Voltaire, 36-38 Blair Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Mondays
11.00–3.00am
Trade Union Night to give something back to the bar and club workers with everything except cheese from DJ Beefy and Wolfjazz.
Tuesdays
11.00–3.00am
Split Drum & bass, electro, techno and breakbeat with Shadowskill, the Dropout DJs, Dogma and a smattering of very talented local guests.
10 Sep
7.00
The Arcadian Kicks, Agent Ribbons and Smoked Glass Indie rock with a smattering of funk and soul from The Arcadian Kicks plus a DJ set from Jon Brookes (The Charlatans).
10 Sep18 Sep
11.00–3.00am
We Are . . . Electric Electronic punk-funk, electro and underground acid-house classics from Gary Mac with a live set from Joystick Disco (10 Sep).
Thursdays
11.00–3.00am
Sick Note Indie/electro night from the Cab, with residents from Clash and Spies in the Wires.
12 Sep
7.00
Alex Cornish Indie pop from singer-songwriter Cornish.
12 Sep
10.00–3.00am
Hotty Notty New night of re-edited, remixed and alternative tracks from Silent Disco, Giggles, Trendy Wendy and Dowser, featuring a very special guest in the…
12 Sep
11.00–3.00am
Compakt New techno night down the Cab, kicking off with Drumcode's Par Grindvik alongside residents Jamie Kidd and Paul Thomas.
13 Sep
6.00
Dananananaykroyd and O Children Flailing noise action from the much touted Dananananaykroyd headlining this special under 18s event, plus DJ sets from Hostage and Med Damon. Under…
13 Sep
10.30–3.00am
Cosmic:Dust Mix of live music, performance and 'wide angle DJ sets' in the Speakeasy, featuring special guests Colin Cook and Lel Palfrey.
13 Sep
11.00–3.00am
Hooked Launch of a new club night, details tbc.
13 Sep
11.00–3.00am
Karnival House night which promises to indulge 'every pleasure, every sin' with a guest set from underground house maestro Paolo Mojo.
14 Sep
7.00
Bryn Christopher 'The male Amy Winehouse' as everyone seems so keen to label him.
19 Sep
11.00–3.00am
Tokyoblu The Live House Sessions reach their sixth birthday and celebrate by launching their debut single 'Groove Tonight'.
21 Sep
7.30
Hayes Carll Americana and wisecracking straight from Texas.
Café Grande, 184 Bruntsfield Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
14 Sep
7.00–9.00
Rosy Blue Duo Upbeat jazz outfit.
21 Sep
7.00–9.00
Becc Sanderson Australian vocalist Sanderson.
28 Sep
7.00–9.00
Haftor Medboe and Renee Stephanie Jazz guitarist Medboe is joined by Stephanie.
Cameo, 38 Home Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
5 Sep11 Sep
12.50, 3.25, 6.15 & 9.05
The Duchess Period drama retelling the true life story of early 19th century socialite Georgiana Cavendish (Knightley), who finds herself in a mismatched and…
5 Sep11 Sep
1.00 & 6.30; Sun 6.30; Mon 1.00
Paris Duris plays Pierre, a young dancer whose future is suddenly left hanging in the balance by a medical diagnosis; Binoche is his unfulfilled sister…
5 Sep11 Sep
1.10 & 6.40
Somers Town Originally financed by Eurostar as a short film to promote the service's new terminus at St Pancras, Meadows' has expanded his brief to tell a…
5 Sep11 Sep
4.10 & 9.10
Man on Wire On the 6 August 1974, French artist, performer and hire wire walker, Phillipe Petit committed the biggest victimless art crime of the century. The…
5 Sep11 Sep
4.00 & 9.20; Sun 9.20; Mon 4.00
The Wackness At the heart of this voyage into nostalgic romanticism and teenage growing pains is an unlikely friendship between teenager Luke (Peck) and…
8 Sep
6.30
Royal Opera House: Don Giovanni Join the Royal Opera House for Mozart's 'Don Giovanni' screened live and in high definition.
8 Sep
6.40
Royal Opera House Live Broadcast First of a series of live broadcasts from Covent Garden is Mozart's 'Don Giovanni' in Francesco Zambello's striking production with an all star cast…
Cammo Estate, Cammo Visitor Centre Cammo Road, Cammo Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
16 Oct
2.00–3.30
Autumn Art 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…
19 Oct
2.00–4.00
The Wonders of Cammo Enjoy the autumn colours of the beautiful Cammo woodlands in the company of a countryside ranger while learning about Cammo's history. Please bring…
Castle Terrace, Edinburgh
Date Event
Saturdays
9.00am–2.00
Edinburgh Farmers' Market More local, quality, ethical produce than you could shake a stick at.
CC Blooms, 23-24 Greenside Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
10 Sep, 24 Sep
7.30
Icebreakers Social group for people who want to make new friends in LGBT company. This welcoming and non-threatening group, organised by the Lothian Gay and…
Central Library, George IV Bridge, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Sep–31 Oct 500 Years of Printing: The Popular Press As part of the country-wide celebration of printing this exhibition looks more specifically at the history of the popular press. Enjoy the library's…
Church Hill Theatre, 33a Morningside Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
23 Sep–27 Sep
7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Now That's What I Call Showcase Churchill Theatre's annual show in aid of Macmillan Cancer Support is a musical extravaganza with a variety of songs from classic musicals.
Cineworld Edinburgh, Fountainpark Dundee Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
5 Sep11 Sep
11.40am, 1.55, 4.20, 6.40 & 9.00; Fri & Sat 11.40am, 1.55, 4.20, 6.40, 9.00 & 11.20
Disaster Movie New spoof comedy from the 'Epic Movie'/'Meet the Spartans' folk. Blockbuster flicks as diverse as the Indiana Jones franchise, 'Iron Man' and 'High…
5 Sep11 Sep
11.45am, 2.30, 5.15 & 8.00; Fri & Sat 11.45am, 2.30, 5.15, 8.00 & 10.45
The Duchess Period drama retelling the true life story of early 19th century socialite Georgiana Cavendish (Knightley), who finds herself in a mismatched and…
5 Sep11 Sep
11.55am, 2.35, 5.20 & 8.10; Fri & Sat 11.55am, 2.35 & 5.20
Mamma Mia! A bride-to-be tries to find out the identity of her real father in the lead up to her wedding on a Greek island. Depressingly faithful film…
5 Sep11 Sep
11.55am, 2.40, 5.30 & 8.20; Wed 11.55am, 2.40 & 8.20
Get Smart Segal's tent-pole blockbuster revamp of 1960's spy spoof 'Get Smart' features Carell as an over-prepared secret agent whose clumsiness often leads…
5 Sep11 Sep
11.20am & 1.45
Star Wars: Clone Wars Emperor Palpatine, Count Dooku and General Grievous are poised to rule the galaxy. The universe rests in the hands of the daring Jedi Knights, led…
5 Sep11 Sep
11.25am, 2.20, 5.25 & 8.35; Tue 11.25am, 2.20 & 8.35
Hellboy II: The Golden Army Guillermo del Toro returns to Hollywood with a second blockbuster adaptation of Dark Horse Comics' cult supernatural title. A new storyline pits the…
5 Sep11 Sep
11.50am, 2.10, 4.30, 6.50 & 9.10; Fri & Sat 11.50am, 2.10, 4.30, 6.50, 9.10 & 11.30
The Strangers Kristen (Tyler) and aspiring beau James (Speedman) retire to a country house to lick their wounds after she rejects his wedding proposal. On…
5 Sep11 Sep
11.30am, 2.00 & 4.35; Sun 11.30am & 4.35
WALL-E Inspired by sci-fi classics from the 1960s and 70s, Pixar have created a post-apocalyptic story set in a future in which the Earth has been…
5 Sep11 Sep
12.40, 3.20, 6.00 & 8.40; Fri & Sat 12.40, 3.20, 6.00, 8.40 & 11.15
Bangkok Dangerous CGI embellished but much less gritty remake of the Pang Brothers 1999 feature of the same name. Cage once again gets to wear ridiculous clothes and…
5 Sep11 Sep
12.00, 2.50, 5.40 & 8.30; Fri & Sat 12.00, 2.50, 5.40, 8.30 & 11.25
RocknRolla Ritchie's story is told with a signature narration and follows the pursuits of a bunch of get-rich-quick, bumbling, loveable rogues who could have…
5 Sep11 Sep
12.30 & 6.05; Wed 12.30
Wild Child This vacuous rehash of teen movie clichés presents Californian brat Poppy, a foul-mouthed and obnoxious Malibu-mite who is shipped off to a posh…
5 Sep11 Sep
12.50, 4.20 & 7.50
The Dark Knight Nolan's revamp of the superhero franchise reaches its apotheosis with this sequel to 'Batman Begins', a supremely well-imagined, perfectly executed…
5 Sep11 Sep
1.00, 3.40, 6.15 & 8.50; Fri & Sat 1.00, 3.40, 6.15, 8.50 & 11.30
Step Brothers This sporadically funny but generally gross comedy features Brennan (Ferrel) and Dale (Reilly), two grown men who despite pushing 40 are still…
5 Sep11 Sep
3.00 & 8.25; Wed 3.00
You Don't Mess With the Zohan Zohan (Sandler) is a superhuman Mossad agent who renounces violence to pursue his real dream - a new life as a NY hairdresser. As well as a…
5 Sep11 Sep
4.00, 6.30 & 9.05
Babylon AD Post apocalyptic thriller with Diesel as Russian mercenary Toorop who is escorting a very special woman (Yeoh) to China. This woman carries inside…
5 Sep11 Sep
6.55
Somers Town Originally financed by Eurostar as a short film to promote the service's new terminus at St Pancras, Meadows' has expanded his brief to tell a…
5 Sep11 Sep
8.45
The Wackness At the heart of this voyage into nostalgic romanticism and teenage growing pains is an unlikely friendship between teenager Luke (Peck) and…
10 Sep
Wed 6.30 & 9.00
Pineapple Express 'Knocked Up' star Rogen returns to play Dale, a permanently-baked legal process-server whose friendly weed-dealer Saul (Franco) sells him a rare…
Citrus Club, 40-42 Grindlay Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Wednesdays
11.00–3.00am
One Luv Party Roots, reggae and dancehall from Jah Makah, George Prophet and guests.
Thursdays
11.00–3.00am
Kinky Indie Indie music with a touch of ska, 60s and 80s.
Fridays
10.30–3.00am
Planet Earth Music from 1976 through to 1989. In other words, a healthy dose of punk, new wave, new romantic and electro-pop (now with added 90s).
Saturdays
11.00–3.00am
Tease Age This indie stalwart dishes up everything from swinging 60s hits to baggy Manchester faves as well as a host of current 'NME' chart botherers with DJ…
14 Sep
7.30
The Abyssinians and Rastis UK Legendary reggae act who have their roots in the 60s.
18 Sep
7.30
Bad Manners Buster Bloodvessel and his Bad Mannered crew are celebrating 'Buster's 50th Bash Tour' by bringing their ska pop sounds to Scotland. Formed in 1976…
18 Sep
7.00
Bad Manners and Savage Circle Buster Bloodvessel celebrates his 50th birthday bash with a rousing set of ska, featuring special guests Max Splodge and a Ruts tribute in support.
City Art Centre, 2 Market Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
5 Jul–14 Sep China: A Photographic Portrait An unparalleled look at changing life in China as viewed through the lenses of 250 Chinese photographers.
12 May–24 Dec
Mon–Sat 10.00am–5.00
Recognised: Highlights from the Collection Highlights from the CAC's collection of Scottish art, including work by Redpath, Paolozzi, Blackadder and Bellany.
5 Jul–14 Sep Bond Bound: Ian Fleming and the Art of Cover Design Charting the role of artists and designers in defining the look of the world's most popular spy.
Saturdays, Sundays
Sat 10.00am–4.45; Sun 12.00 & 4.45
Art Cart The Art Cart will be loaded with a variety of art materials and literature to help all ages engage with the City Art Centre's collections.
City Nightclub, 1a Market Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Wednesdays
10.00–3.00am
I 'heart' City The infamous student night at City with a selection of chart, cheese, indie and R&B.
Fridays
11.00–3.00am
Boogie Express 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.
Saturdays
11.00–3.00am
2 Much 2 Mix Saturday nighter at City. DJ Dan mixes up the best in funky house, R&B, disco, indie and hip hop.
Club Purple, 47 Hanover Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Fridays
10.00–3.00am
Boogie Fridays DJ Stretch presents the best in chart anthems, disco and party grooves. Email clubpurple@hotmail.com for guestlist/priority entry.
Saturdays
10.00–3.00am
VIP Saturdays New night at this new venue with sexy R&B, hip hop and classic party grooves from DJ Fabuloz. Email clubpurple@hotmail.com for guestlist/priority…
Collective Gallery, 22-28 Cockburn Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Aug–13 Sep, not Sundays, Mondays
11.00am–6.00 (1 Sep–13 Sep 12.00–5.00)
The Golden Record: Sounds of Earth In 1977, Dr Carl Sagan of NASA sent two records full of sounds and images designed to convey Earth life to aliens. Using the same images and sounds…
27 Sep–20 Dec New Work Scotland 2008 The Collective's annual show, featuring the cream of Scotland's upcoming talent.
Corn Exchange, 11 New Market Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Nov–2 Nov
11.00am–5.00
Wedding Fair and Fashion Show Tips and advice for the blushing bride, including catwalk shows and featuring the latest bridal gowns. Free glass of bubbly for every bride.
15 Nov
7.30
The Complete Stone Roses Stone Roses tribute act, officially approved by ex-Roses bassist Mani.
22 Nov–24 Nov The Edinburgh Art Fair The chance to peruse and pick up artwork from over 60 exhibitors from the UK and the rest of Europe.
Corn Exchange Gallery, Constitution Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Aug–24 Oct
Tue–Sat 11.00am–4.00
Frances Richardson In heavily-detailed drawings and the sculptures she calls 'walk-in drawings', Richardson examines the mindset of the compulsive gambler and the…
5 Sep–16 Oct, not Sundays, Mondays
11.00am–4.30
Immersive/Reality: Samuel Douglas Sam Douglas' exhibits his oil paintings which feature the landscape of his home town in Somerset, including local and contemporary landmarks and…
Corstorphine Hill, Queensferry Road Davidson's Mains, Edinburgh
Date Event
22 Feb
1.00–3.00
Corstorphine Hills Rocky Past Discover the geology and early people who shaped this hill and left behind a fascinating legacy. Please meet at the Cairnmuir Road car park. Under…
Craigmillar Castle Park, Bridgend Farm Entrance Off Old Dalkeith Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
30 Nov
10.30am–12.30
Folklore of the Forest Join the rangers on a guided walk to discover the woodlands around Craigmillar Castle before finishing up with a cup of spiced apple juice to toast…
Danish Cultural Institute, 3 Doune Terrace, Edinburgh
Date Event
8 Aug–12 Sep, not Saturdays, Sundays
Mon–Fri 9.00am–4.00
Mika Utzon Popov: Replay New exhibition by Mika Utzon Popov, grandchild of Jorn Utzon, who was the architect behind the Sydney Opera House. The exhibition consists of a…
Dean Gallery, 73 Belford Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
13 Sep–1 Dec Exhibiting Surrealism: The International Surrealist Exhibition, London 1936 The dawn of British Surrealism was heralded by the International Surrealist Exhibition, which opened in London in 1936 to great public success.
doggerfisher, 11 Gayfield Square, Edinburgh
Date Event
31 Jul–13 Sep
Tue–Fri 10.00am–6.00; Sat 12.00–5.00
Alexander Heim: Doves Lyrical, sophisticated first UK show by the young German artist, which pivots on a surprisingly simple video of pigeons outside a coffee shop…
Dominion, 18 Newbattle Terrace, Edinburgh
Date Event
5 Sep11 Sep
2.15 & 4.45; Mon & Tue 4.45
Hellboy II: The Golden Army Guillermo del Toro returns to Hollywood with a second blockbuster adaptation of Dark Horse Comics' cult supernatural title. A new storyline pits the…
5 Sep11 Sep
4.00, 5.55 & 7.50; Fri, Wed & Thu 2.00, 4.00, 5.55 & 7.50
Miss Pettigrew Lives For A Day London governess Miss Pettigrew (McDormand) has just lost another job. Dumped by her agency, Miss Pettigrew manages to worm her way into the house…
5 Sep11 Sep
2.40, 5.15 & 8.00; Mon & Tue 5.15 & 8.00
The Duchess Period drama retelling the true life story of early 19th century socialite Georgiana Cavendish (Knightley), who finds herself in a mismatched and…
5 Sep11 Sep
3.30, 6.00 & 8.30; Mon & Tue 6.00 & 8.30
Mamma Mia! A bride-to-be tries to find out the identity of her real father in the lead up to her wedding on a Greek island. Depressingly faithful film…
5 Sep11 Sep
7.00
The Dark Knight Nolan's revamp of the superhero franchise reaches its apotheosis with this sequel to 'Batman Begins', a supremely well-imagined, perfectly executed…
Dovecot, Infirmary Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
4 Aug–27 Sep Weaving Influences/ Raising the Bar Two cross-disciplinary exhibitions celebrate the opening of Dovecot, the new home for Dovecot Tapestry Studios
Dundas Street Gallery, 6a Dundas Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
20 Sep–24 Sep
Sat & Sun 10.00am–4.00; Mon, Tue & Wed 10.00am–6.00
Joan Doerr: Inspired by Flora Abstract works inspired by nature.
Edinburgh Castle, Royal Mile, Edinburgh
Date Event
16 Jun–21 Sep
11.00am, 12.00, 1.30 & 2.30
Costumed Performances Hear about history straight from the mouths of those who were there - from kings and queens to peasants and soldiers.
Edinburgh College of Art Sculpture Court, 74 Lauriston Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
18 Sep–28 Sep, not Saturdays, Sundays
10.00am–4.00
Peter Pretsell: The Beautiful The Absurd The Outlandish The Contradictory A collection of Peter Pretsell's work from the past 36 years.
Edinburgh Folk Club, Cabaret Bar, 60 The Pleasance, Edinburgh
Date Event
17 Sep
8.00
Paul McKenna Band A blend of Scottish and Irish music with modern rock and contemporary songwriting from this new five-piece.
King's Theatre, 2 Leven Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
30 Sep–4 Oct
7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Sunset Song An adaptation of Lewis Grassic Gibbon's seminal novel by Alastair Cording, directed by Kenny Ireland.
5 Oct Russell Howard Comedy from the boundlessly enthusiastic Bristolian.
6 Oct–11 Oct
7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Absurd Person Singular Alan Ayckbourn's hit comedy about the social climbing Hopcrofts.
22 Oct–25 Oct
2.00 & 6.30
Horrid Henry The nasty little nipper from Francesca Simon's books hits the big stage.
28 Oct–1 Nov
7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
All Quiet on the Western Front A faithful and inventive adaptation for the stage by Robin Kingsland of Maria Remarque's powerful anti-war novel.
4 Nov–8 Nov
7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Wuthering Heights 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…
10 Nov–15 Nov
7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
An Ideal Husband The West End and Broadway production of Oscar Wilde's satire of wit and wisdom in fashionable society.
29 Nov–18 Jan 2009
(Times vary)
Aladdin 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…
Edinburgh Thistle Hotel, 107 Leith Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
1 Apr–31 Oct
6.45–10.15
Jamie's Scottish Evening A Scottish evening, with a selection of traditional music, song, dance and dining.
Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
18 Sep
7.30–8.30
Charles Darwin and the Falkland Islands Dr Phil Stone of the British Geological Survey explains the influence of Darwin's visits to the Falklands in this illustrated lecture.
Eighty Queen Street, 80 Queen Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Wednesdays
9.00
Jazz Jam and Open Mic Session Eighty's trusty open mic session backed by the house trio.
Saturdays
2.00–5.00
The Mellotones Jimmy Taylor and band play songs by Mel Torme and other great jazz vocalists.
Espionage, 4 India Buildings Victoria Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
Mondays
7.00–3.00am
Pussy Galore Student anthems.
Tuesdays
7.00–3.00am
Thrive Crossover mix of dance, cheese and party anthems.
Thursdays
7.00–3.00am
Pic'n'Mix An assortment of music, from R&B to hip hop and dance anthems, to suit all tastes.
Fridays
7.00–3.00am
Espionage Five bars over five floors, playing everything from R&B to mainstream chart action with plenty of dark corners for copping off in.
Saturdays
7.00–3.00am
Manifesto Chart, cheese and dancefloor anthems across five floors.
Sundays
7.00–3.00am
Pixel Perfect Eclectic mix of 80s, 90s, 00s and retro junk.
Edinburgh Festival Theatre, 13/29 Nicolson Street, Edinburgh
Date Event
25 Sep
10.30am–12.30
Sunset Song Gail Wylie is a new speaker at this season's Theatre Talks at the Festival Theatre. She will be discussing the Lewis Grassic Gibbon classic.
25 Sep–27 Sep
7.00; Sat 4.00 & 7.00
Scottish Ballet The highly regarded national company present an autumn bill with such diverse influences as Radiohead, film techniques and the 1930s. American…
3 Oct4 Oct Frankie Boyle The razor-tongued star of ' Mock the Week ' and ' 8 out of 10 Cats ' makes a stand-up appearance as part of his first national tour. Ages 16+
6 Oct–11 Oct
7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Carousel 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…
12 Oct
7.30
Sing-A-Long-A ABBA The spirit of the super Swedes lives on in this musical extravaganza with live singers, on-screen lyrics, fancy dress and a party atmosphere.
13 Oct–18 Oct
7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Calendar Girls The ballsy Women's Institute fundraiser who stripped for a (tasteful) nude calendar have already been immortalised on screen in the 2003 film. Tim…
16 Oct
7.30
Eddi Reader One of contemporary British music's leading ladies. Incorporating pop, jazz, folk, Burns and ballads.
20 Oct–25 Oct
7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Can't Smile Without You 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…
26 Oct
7.30
The Drifters The Drifters, bring over 50 years of magical hits to life, with a set featuring classic hits such as 'Saturday Night at the Movies', Under the…
29 Oct–31 Oct
7.30
Rambert Dance Company: Eternal Lige Tour Britain's flagship contemporary dance company presents a spectacular dance bill of André Gingras' 'Anatomica #3', Siobhan Davies' 'Carnival of the…
4 Nov–5 Nov
Tue 7.30; Wed 2.00 & 5.30
Birmingham Royal Ballet: Stravinsky: A Celebration 2008 A showcase of the great ballet composer's highlights: 'Firebird', 'Petrushka' and Michael Corder's new version of 'Le Baiser de la fée'.
6 Nov–8 Nov
7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30
Birmingham Royal Ballet: Beauty and the Beast Love conquers all in Birmingham Royal Ballet's rendition of the classic story.
11 Nov
7.30
Richard Alston Dance Company The pre-eminent dance company's Autumn show, 'Shuffle it Right', is inspired by classics from the American Songbook composed and recorded by Hoagy…
7 Jan 2009–10 Jan 2009
7.30; Thu & Sat 2.00 & 7.30
Scottish Ballet: Sleeping Beauty Scottish Ballet revives their version of the classic fairytale 'The Sleeping Beauty', presented by award-winning artistic director Ashley Page.
17 Mar 2009–19 Mar 2009
7.30; Thu 2.30 & 7.30
Swan Lake
21 Mar
2.30 & 7.30
Northern Ballet Theatre: Mixed Programme Classical meets contemporary in this programme designed to show off Northern Ballet Theatre's repertoire. The pieces are 'La Bayadere', 'Angels in…
Filmhouse, 88 Lothian Road, Edinburgh
Date Event
8 Sep
Mon 10.30am
The Duchess (Parent & Baby Screening) Period drama retelling the true life story of early 19th century socialite Georgiana Cavendish (Knightley), who finds herself in a mismatched and…
5 Sep11 Sep
1.00, 3.30, 6.00 & 8.30
The Duchess Period drama retelling the true life story of early 19th century socialite Georgiana Cavendish (Knightley), who finds herself in a mismatched and…
5 Sep11 Sep
Fri–Mon 1.45, 5.00 & 8.10; Tue–Thu 1.45 & 8.10
The Banishment Based on a short story by William Saroyan, Zvyagintsev's film opens like a thriller as middle-aged Mark (Baluyev) drives to the inner-city flat of…
5 Sep11 Sep
1.00 & 6.15; Sun 1.30, 6.15 & 8.25; Mon 3.00, 6.15 & 8.25; Tue 6.15 & 8.25
The Pope's Toilet Taking as its premise a visit Pope John Paul II made to the Uruguayan town of Melo, this film explores how the locals hope the visit will work a…
9 Sep, 9 Sep
Tue 6.00
Abraham Lincoln This presidential biopic leaves no aspect of Lincoln's life untouched. Griffith's first film in sound delves into Lincoln's early days as a lawyer…
10 Sep11 Sep
Wed & Thu 3.15 & 8.25
Death Note: The Last Name A direct follow-on from Kaneko's 'Death Note', this supernatural thriller rendered in bright comic book animation has enjoyed a huge cult following…
10 Sep
Wed 6.00
Annie Hall Two decades before 'Sex And The City' had its first orgasm, 'Annie Hall' was laying bare the mores of modern, urban romance to devastating effect…
11 Sep
Thu 6.00
Manhattan A slight, urban, amoral romantic comedy about one divorcee's attempt to find love with his best friend's mistress (Keaton). Its timelessness is owed…
12 Sep18 Sep
Fri, Sun & Mon 1.00, 3.30, 6.00 & 8.30; Sat 1.00, 6.30 & 8.50; Tue & Wed 1.00, 3.30, 5.50 & 8.30; Thu 1.00, 3.30 & 8.30
The Duchess Period drama retelling the true life story of early 19th century socialite Georgiana Cavendish (Knightley), who finds herself in a mismatched and…
12 Sep18 Sep
Fri 1.45 & 6.30; Sat 1.10 & 8.45; Sun 1.30; Mon, Tue & Wed 3.00 & 8.45; Thu 9.00
Man on Wire On the 6 August 1974, French artist, performer and hire wire walker, Phillipe Petit committed the biggest victimless art crime of the century. The…
12 Sep18 Sep
1.00, 3.15, 6.00 & 8.20; Sun 3.15 & 6.00; Mon 1.00, 3.15 & 8.45; Thu 8.45
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas Bruno (Butterfield) is the nine-year old son of a Nazi Commandant (Thewlis). When his father is seconded to manage a concentration camp, the lonely…
12 Sep13 Sep
Fri 4.00 & 8.45; Sat 3.15
A Fistful Of Dollars Based on Kurosawa's samurai classic 'Yojimba', the spaghetti western that set the ball rolling has Clint squinting into the sun as The Man With No…
13 Sep
Sat 3.30
If . . . On the face of it, the story of a student-led rebellion in an English public school might be taken as a metaphor for the profound social change that…
13 Sep
Sat 5.30
Ezra Offering a compassionate African account of the abduction of child soldiers during a civil war,'Ezra' highlights one of the most distressing aspects…
14 Sep15 Sep
Sun 1.00; Mon 10.30am
Ice Age 2: The Meltdown Enjoyable follow-up to the Canadian 2002 animated feature. 'Larry Sanders' and 'Simpsons' scribe Jon Vitti picks up the writing reins with aplomb as…
14 Sep
Sun 4.00
The Greatest Silence: Rape in the Congo Winner of the 2007 Sundance Special Jury Prize for Documentary, Jackson's film, set against a desperately bloody backdrop, deftly handles her…
14 Sep
Sun 6.30
The Take Produced and written by Canadian journalist Naomi Klein, this documentary chronicles 30 unemployed Argentinian auto-parts workers as they take over…
14 Sep18 Sep
Sun 8.50; Mon 6.15; Thu 1.00 & 3.15
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas Bruno (Butterfield) is the nine-year old son of a Nazi Commandant (Thewlis). When his father is seconded to manage a concentration camp, the lonely…
14 Sep
Sun 8.15
A Fistful Of Dollars Based on Kurosawa's samurai classic 'Yojimba', the spaghetti western that set the ball rolling has Clint squinting into the sun as The Man With No…
15 Sep
Mon 6.15
Black Gold A riveting attempt to underline the paradox that joins the $80bn global coffee industry with the impoverished birthplace of the bean: Ethiopia.
16 Sep
Tue 6.00
Garbage Warrior Hippie, sustainable housing architect and all round recycling guru Michael Reynolds presents his vision of self sufficiency in the future in this…
17 Sep
Wed 6.00
Mr Smith Goes To Washington An ordinary man (Stewart) gets elected to the Senate and is expected to fall to the whims of his backers, until conscience enters the equation.
18 Sep
Thu 6.15
The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas Bruno (Butterfield) is the nine-year old son of a Nazi Commandant (Thewlis). When his father is seconded to manage a concentration camp, the lonely…
18 Sep
6.30
Sonic Fusion Festival Launch An address, introduction and welcome to the contemporary music festival. Followed by electro-acoustic works from Taylor Wilson, Gordon Munro, The…
18 Sep
Thu 6.00
Bamako African political drama following a mock trial in the Malian city of Bamako between African civil society and Western financial institutions.
Flaubert Gallery, 26 North West Circus Place, Stockbridge,, Edinburgh
Date Event
19 Sep–28 Sep
Tue, Wed, Thu & Fri 10.00am–6.00; Sat & Sun 11.00am–5.00
Notes For a Song: New Paintings by Jen Collee The Scottish painter presents her better known animal impressions and also some new landscape pieces.
Four Winds Inspiration Centre, The Pavilion Inverleith Park Arboretum Place, Edinburgh
Date Event
9 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Round and Hanging Basket Weaving Anthea Naylor leads this one-day course in basket making. Booking essential.
13 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Penny Whistle / Flute Musical lessons with Brian O'Donnell. Booking essential.
13 Sep
10.30am–5.00
Weaving Projects for Children Using Recycled Materials A class for adults to learn new projects that they can then teach to children lead by Liz Balfour. Booking essential.
13 Sep–14 Sep
10.00am–5.00
Making Mosaics Weekend Jan Kilpatrick leads a two-day course in the art of mosaic. Booking essential.
14 Sep
10.30am–3.00
Traditional Standing Puppet Making Participate in all the aspects of tabletop puppetry at this parent and child workshop led by Swantje Siebke. Booking essential.
20 Sep
10.30am–3.00
Toy Making