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1,000 Suns
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VF Theatre. This folk-rock musical is set in an alternate future where the American survivors of a nuclear war shelter in a huge crater from the fallout that remains in the world above. A group of young people struggle with their own identities, the harshness of their world and the ignorant authority of their elders. A story of wanderlust, love, fear, hope and pioneers. 1,000 Suns: An American Afterlife is an emotional rollercoaster and a display of young and inventive musical theatre at…
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6 Aug11 Aug Mon–Sat 7.35–8.50pm theSpaces on North Bridge, Edinburgh
101st Airbourne
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Jazz and funk with a Hendrix twist from guitarist Aki Remally and his four-piece band.
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8 May26 Jun Tue 11.30pm The Jazz Bar, Edinburgh
10cc
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The hits of one of the most successful and influential English pop bands of the 70s, revisited by original member Graham Gouldman and a bunch of other guys.
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19 Oct 7.30pm Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
13 Young Danes
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Danish students at the art schools of Edinburgh, Dundee and Glasgow exhibit a wide range of current work as part of an artistic exchange programme led by the Danish Cultural Institute.
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11 Jun26 Jul Mon–Thu 10am–4pm The Danish Cultural Institute, Edinburgh
18th Century Cottage Life
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Fiona J Houston decided to live like an 18th century ancestor. In this talk she explains the pleasures and pains of her experiment, followed by an 18th century-inspired buffet.
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27 Sep 11am Lauriston Castle, Edinburgh
2008: Macbeth
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Set in a contemporary and brutal Middle Eastern conflict, TR Warszawa's 2008: Macbeth is unflinching in its depiction of the machine of violence that, once set in motion, works faster and ever more efficiently. With spectacular pyrotechnics, immersive video effects and an extraordinary, layered soundscape that plays tricks on the ear, Shakespeare’s web of politics, ambition and the supernatural is transformed into a contemporary, and highly physical, theatrical film. Supported by Adam…
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11 Aug18 Aug Mon 7.30–9.40pm; Wed 2–4.10pm; Thu–Sun 7.30–9.40pm Royal Highland Centre, Edinburgh
2012 Invades Popular Culture: Mayans, Memes, and the End of a World Era
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Apocalyptic culture researcher (one for the list of 'jobs we'd like to have') Kevin Whitesides discusses the 2012 phenomenon and how the end of the world has suddenly become a hot topic for everyone – not just the crazies. Part of Edinburgh Art Festival: Art Late.
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23 Aug 6.30pm Edinburgh Printmakers, Edinburgh
3 Days Off Jesus - Free
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David Burke / Laughing Horse Free Festival. Born on the 22nd of December, David Burke is only 3 days off Jesus. Join this non-drinking Irish man for a cup of tea and a night of comedy and stories about childhood growing up in old Ireland, religion, women and all that could lay in-between. 'David Burke is actually quite funny … A likeable fellow' ★★★ (AdelaideNow.com.au). 'Very funny guy … it was really worth it' ★★★★ ½ (TalkFringe.com). 'Ridiculous-like' (RipItUp.com.au).
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2 Aug26 Aug Mon, Tue & Thu–Sun 5.45–6.45pm Laughing Horse @ The Three Sisters, Edinburgh
48 Hour Film Project 5th Birthday Party
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Celebrate five years of the 48-Hour Film Project in Scotland a special screening of some of the best films of the past years, including the 2012 winner. In the bar from 8pm, the first 48 ticketholders get a free Knops Beer and a cupcake. The screening starts at 8.50pm.
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31 May 8pm Cameo, Edinburgh
5th Ave Girl
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In this Depression-era comedy, a wealthy man recruits an unemployed woman in order to annoy his neglectful family.
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9 Jul 6.10pm
Featuring an introduction by Chris Fujiwara, Artistic Director of the Edinburgh International Film Festival.
Filmhouse, Edinburgh
9 to 5: The Musical
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Three office workers get their own back on their lying bigot of a boss and conspire to take over the company, all while singing along to 18 classic Dolly Parton numbers.
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26 Nov1 Dec Mon & Tue 7.30pm; Wed 2.30pm & 7.30pm; Thu & Fri 7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm & 7.30pm The Edinburgh Playhouse, Edinburgh
Aaron Wright
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Rootsy local singer-songwriter hosting this Red Dog songwriters session.
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22 May31 Jul Tue 9.30pm The Ale House, Edinburgh
Abandoman
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Bound and Gagged Comedy. Abandoman is back! Abandoman recently completed a UK tour with Ed Sheeran. They create hilarious musical sketches at lightning speed live in front of their audience. ' Flight of the Concords meets 8 Mile ' (Chortle.co.uk). Ages 16+.
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1 Aug3 Aug Wed–Fri 9.45–10.45pm
Preview performance.
Pleasance Dome, Edinburgh
4 Aug27 Aug Mon–Sun 9.45–10.45pm Pleasance Dome, Edinburgh
6 Aug7 Aug Mon & Tue 9.45–10.45pm
Two-for-one ticket offer available.
Pleasance Dome, Edinburgh
Aberdeen vs Glasgow vs The World II - Free
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FGC Comedy / Laughing Horse Free Festival. For two years running, Chris Stephen has brought you the finest upcoming Scottish comedians as well as guest acts from around the globe, and this year is no different – except this time we're going for it! Through the entire festival we will bring you stand-up comedians, ventriloquists, character acts, games, fun and general mayhem. Last year was our most successful after receiving a four-star review and touring the show afterwards in Scotland.
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2 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 4.30–5.30pm Laughing Horse @ The Newsroom, Edinburgh
Absolutely Legless
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Absolutely Legless. Bringing Irish traditional music, song and dance alive. A high energy show of Irish rhythms, reels and song. With fiddles, flutes and feet our fantastic dancers and live band promise to deliver an exhilarating dance and music experience. The group have gained international acclaim having performed in the USA, Europe and throughout the UK. The original choreography combined with the energetic live music will guarantee to have the whole family clapping and toe-tapping…
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24 Aug25 Aug Fri 6.45–8pm; Sat 3.15–4.30pm & 6.45–8pm Acoustic Music Centre @ St Brides, Edinburgh
Academy of Ancient Music
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The Academy plus its Choir, under conductor Richard Egarr, plays a programme of Handel's royal music, as part of the celebrations for the Queen's Diamond Jubilee: the Coronation Anthems, the Water Music Suite, Music for the Royal Fireworks and the 'Hallelujah!' and 'Amen' from Messiah. Fun fact: the Water Music was composed for George I, who enjoyed it so much that he made the unfortunate musicians play the whole thing three times.
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4 Jun 7.30pm Usher Hall, Edinburgh
Acid Fascists, The Fnords, Babylon Dub Punks and Shock & Awe
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Punk and rock to raise money for ECAP (Edinburgh Coalition Against Poverty) and ACE (The Autonomous Centre of Edinburgh).
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29 Jun 7.30pm Leith Dockers Club, Edinburgh
Acoustic Edinburgh
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All unplugged, all original music.
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5 Jun 7pm The Third Door, Edinburgh
Acting Workshops
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Drama classes focusing on improvisation, role play, character development, story-telling and movement. All abilities welcome. Ages 16–25.
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23 May13 Jun Wed 7–9pm Southside Community Centre, Edinburgh
Adam Beattie & The Consultants, Brooke Sharkey and The Nana Sesh
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Tom Waits-influenced blues/folk finger-style guitarist at this Insider Festival warm-up party.
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14 Jun 8pm Carter's Bar, Edinburgh
Adam Hills: Mess Around
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Off The Kerb Productions by arrangement with Lisa Richards Agency. In 2010 Adam based his show around the audience, made a stuffed toy a hero, raised cash for the Sick Kids. He's back to do it all again. 'Hills is astonishingly good at what he does' (Chortle.co.uk). Sundays with BSL interpreter. Ages 14+.
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2 Aug3 Aug Thu & Fri 7.40–8.40pm
Preview performance.
Assembly Hall, Edinburgh
4 Aug19 Aug Mon–Sun 7.40–8.40pm Assembly Hall, Edinburgh
Adam Larter: Happy New Year - A Free Comedy Show
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Adam Larter / Laughing Horse Free Festival. If your worst New Year's Eve was the time you cried alone in the toilet, it won't be now! Adam Larter has travelled back in time to celebrate New Year's Eve with you. With the massive budget he's been given by his completely legitimate sponsorship from Fosters he'll have fireworks, roller-skating and possibly a joke. 'The sheer volume of his daft ideas is stunning … a very disorganised genius' ★★★★ (Skinny). 'Had the audience giggling with bemused…
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4 Aug26 Aug Mon–Sun 1.15–2.15pm Laughing Horse @ Captain Taylor's Coffee House, Edinburgh
Adobe Photoshop
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Become worthy of wielding the mighty airbrush with this six week course teaching you skills in repairing, retouching and all-round improving images, as well as using scripts and thinking more creatively about your images.
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9 May13 Jun Wed 6.30–8.30pm Leith Academy, Edinburgh
Adventure Day Trips
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A day trip out of Edinburgh to Glen Tress for canyoning and other adventurous activities, organised by the YMCA and departing from the Acorn Centre. Booking is essential.
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23 Jun 10am The Acorn Centre, Edinburgh
Aerial Skills Beginners
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With All or Nothing Dance Theatre Level 1 Climb, swing, suspend, hang and twist your way through this class in the basics of aerial skills. Starting with a warm-up and conditioning, the class will then move onto aerial equipment including trapeze, rope and fabrics. Suitable for those with a good level of fitness and some upper body strength. Wear loose, comfortable clothing and bare feet. Enrolment for this course closes on 28 April. Autumn term courses run from September and listings…
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16 Apr18 Jun Mon 1.30–3pm Dance Base, Edinburgh

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