Events in Edinburgh This Weekend
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Events in Edinburgh
SLIC - Thursdays
Get groovy with a mellow blend of Classic Hip Hop, Soul, R&B and chart at Subway Cowgate.
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Incoming: New Acquisitions at the City Art Centre
Incoming: New Acquisitions at the City Art Centre presents a selection of paintings, drawings, prints, photographs and sculpture acquired within the last ten years.
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Cab-arette Showtour
A unique comedy musical Showtour in a taxi. Be driven around Edinburgh, whilst entertained by Lola and her variety of characters!
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A Walk in a Walled Garden
Enjoy a visit to Granton Castle Walled Garden! It's open to visitors for a couple of hours every Saturday and Sunday afternoon.
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Fit Fridays
It's Fit Fridays, every Friday at Subway Cowgate with DJ Josh Scott!
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Cityscape Photography Class
Join photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh old town as he shows you the very best places to take some truly special pictures!
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Escape the Past: The Anatomist
Descend into a world of grave robbery, mystery and malpractice as you embark on a thrilling adventure into Edinburgh’s dark past.
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The Secret Domes at Cask Smugglers
Cask Smugglers are thrilled to present our brand new Secret Domes, which boast some of the best views in Edinburgh from a spectacular vantage point on the rooftop of Waverley station.
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Edinburgh Personal PhotoShoot Experience
Join photographer Simon Messer in Edinburgh Old Town for your Personal PhotoShoot Experience! It's perfect for couples, families and solo travelers alike.
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Curious About Edinburgh - Quirky Heritage Walks for the Curious!
Have fun discovering Edinburgh on this quirky, self-guided, heritage walk with a treasure hunt theme from Curious About!
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XO at Subway Cowgate
Keep your mid-week chill with a mellow blend of Commercial, House and R&B at Subway Cowgate!
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Switch to Manual Photography Workshop
Switch to Manual is an introductory workshop for camera users who tend to leave their camera set to Automatic modes and don’t unleash the full creativity that a DSLR or Bridge camera can deliver.
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The Art of Wallpaper - Morris & Co.
Explore the legacy of William Morris in over 130 archived works from the Morris & Co. archives at this exhibition held in Dovecot Studios!
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1:1 Printing Session
These 1 to 1 screen-printing supervised session with Eliza, are available every 1st Saturday of each month (or other suitable time upon prior availability discussion) in her Edinburgh studio.
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Hopetoun Explorers
This is an exciting outdoor based club for 7-12 year olds with a keen interest in nature and the outdoors, whatever the weather.
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Hopetoun Junior Rangers
Hopetoun Junior Rangers is a fun, monthly outdoors club for 11-18 year olds with an interest in nature and the countryside.
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The Living Legacy of William Morris
To mark the occasion of the exhibition The Art of Wallpaper – Morris & Co. Dovecot invites you to explore our connection to William Morris through this balcony display.
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Cuddly Corgi Treasure Hunt
Looking to entertain the kids? Come and spot our cuddly corgis hiding around Britannia’s tour route.
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The Art of Wallpaper - Morris & Co. Lunchtime Tour - Thursdays
Enjoy a free guided lunchtime tour of the incredible Morris & Co exhibition every Thursday at 1pm with your exhibition ticket. Pre-booking essential.
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Colour - An Online Exhibition by Jill Ashforth 2022
This online exhibition consists of 20 abstract paintings inspired by a special garden - bluets, redets, and yellowets, plus 6 video poems which follow the seasons at The Botanical Gardens, Edinburgh.
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Van Gogh Alive
Van Gogh Alive, the most visited immersive, multi-sensory experience in the world, makes its hotly anticipated debut in Edinburgh in 2022 for an exclusive four month run!
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Cinescapes presents CineNights | Some Like it Hot
CineNights by Cinescapes is excited to bring some shenanigans to the roof with our March 'Some Like it Hot' screening on 20th March at Rooftop 51 at Moxy Edinburgh Fountainbridge.
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Masterpieces Family Trail
Explore the Masterpieces from Buckingham Palace exhibition with the help of a fun family trail at The Palace of Holyroodhouse.
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Monday Masterpieces: Weekly short talks
Make Monday mornings marvellous and join curators, wardens and learning specialists for weekly short talks exploring some of the greatest treasures of the Royal Collection!
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Dinosaurs!
Immerse yourself in our walk-through exhibition included in your Edinburgh Zoo ticket and see prehistoric beasts come to life around you!
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Workshop: Selected Prints From the EP Archive
This exhibition across Gallery 1 and 2 brings together prints of all forms with archival material from the Edinburgh Printmakers' collection.
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Unforgettable
Unforgettable showcases the untold stories of people from marginalised communities whose lives shaped or were shaped by Scotland and highlights their contribution to Scotland’s history.
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The Sunday Night FLEADH
Join us at Dropkick Murphys Edinburgh every Sunday from 8pm for The Sunday Night FLEADH, all musicians welcome!
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Transform Through Transitions
Transform Through Transitions delivers online independent living skills and self-care workshops for people in Link’s Private Sector Leasing (PSL) properties over the age of 16 in Edinburgh.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Shepherd House
Visit Shepherd House, a constantly evolving artist’s garden that never stands still, with lots of surprises including a shell house built in 2014, lavender parterres, a rill and fountains!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: 101 Greenbank Crescent
101 Greenbank Crescent hides a fascinating garden on a steeply sloped site, with views over Braidburn Valley Park to the Pentland hills.
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Kids Circus Club (5-8 year-olds)
Join Think Circus to spin, twirl, juggle and play at our Kids Circus Club (5-8 year olds) every Tuesday in Leith!
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Kids Circus Club (8 -11 year-olds)
Join Think Circus to spin, twirl, juggle and play at our Kids Circus Club (8-11 year olds) every Tuesday in Leith!
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Wildlife Art Exhibition - Kittie Jones & Wynona Legg
A joint exhibition by experienced wildlife artists Kittie Jones and Wynona Legg is on now at the Scottish Ornithologists Club, Aberlady.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Newliston
Take a walk round Newliston, a well preserved 18th-century parkland/designed landscape rather than a garden as such, full of mature rhododendrons and azaleas, fine vistas and allees of trees!
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The Blossom Theatre Project: Drama classes for children aged 7-12
Calling all children interested in drama in Edinburgh between the ages 7-12! Edinburgh based The Blossom Theatre Project are holding exciting new drama classes starting on 2nd May.
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Flamenco Rhythms Classes: Clapping in Leith (All Levels)
TuFlamenco: Come and learn with us the clapping techniques, sounds, patterns and accents of the main styles of flamenco and how to use them on other musical genres.
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Ewan McClure: Inside and Out
BP Portrait Award Finalist Ewan McClure will return to The Scottish Gallery this May with a new series of rich oil paintings.
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National Treasure: The Scottish Modern Arts Association
This major two-floor exhibition at City Art Centre celebrates Scottish art at the dawn of modernism.
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Overlap by Annalisa Merrilees and Debbie Mountain
Overlap sees the return to Upright Gallery of artist Annalisa Merrilees and Debbie Mountain. Both artists having an interest in abstract painting that employs the use of repetition.
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Online Pilates Classes - Spring Timetable
Jane Hamilton is a Pilates instructor in Edinburgh and the owner of Jane Hamilton Pilates. She offers online Pilates classes with individual expert tuition and support.
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Wuthering Heights
Shot through with music, dance, passion and hope, Emma Rice transforms Emily Brontë’s masterpiece into a uniquely theatrical experience.
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Leitheatre presents The Odd Couple by Neil Simon
Neil Simon’s classic of a “marriage of friends” who hilariously negotiate their differences with rage, frustration, wilful acts, but ultimately with affection.
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Sunshine On Leith
The Brunton, in association with David Ross and Tommie Travers, is delighted to announce this exciting new amateur production.
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Scottish Ballet’s The Scandal at Mayerling
Reimagined and redesigned by Scottish Ballet, this dramatic world premiere will be the first time MacMillan’s iconic ballet is produced in the UK outside of London.
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Wife After Death, Comedy by Eric Chappell
Wife After Death revolves around the funeral of popular British comedy actor, Dave Thursby, and as the story unfolds, the guests ask themselves if they ever knew the "real" Dave?
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A Scottish Concert
Come along and support a local Scottish event this weekend at Forth Dimension Musical Productions annual Spring Concert held in The Priory Church, South Queensferry!
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249’s Spring Roll: Ramshackle Queer Party for All
249's Spring Roll is a ramshackle queer party for all on Saturday 28th May at The Biscuit Factory!
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Anthem Saturdays
Enjoy Rock and Metal favourites at Legends Edinburgh's Anthem Saturdays, it's free entry!
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Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History
Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!
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Bookbinding Workshop: Morris on Paper
Inspired by one of Morris’ many creative passions, this half-day workshop at Dovecot Studios will introduce you to the techniques of paper printing and bookbinding.
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Ceilidh in Lauriston Hall
Edinburgh Ceilidhs invites you to a ceilidh in Lauriston Hall with caller Ken Gourlay, ceilidh band and piper.
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Champions League Fan Zone at Malones Edinburgh
As the official Liverpool supporters club venue in Edinburgh, Malones will host a huge UEFA Champions League final fan zone event on Saturday 28th May, followed by an electric after-party!
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Chloe Petts: Transience
Rising star Chloe Petts is touring the UK for the first time and comes to The Stand Edinburgh on 28th May!
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Dandelion Festival - Free For Alls
Dandelion Festival's Free for Alls are travelling Scotland this summer, giving away thousands of free plant plugs to anyone who fancies having a grow!
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Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market
Come and join us at Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!
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Edinburgh Farmers Market
Experience Edinburgh's original and award winning Farmers' Market at Castle Terrace every Saturday from 9am - 2pm!
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Edinburgh Marathon Festival
The Edinburgh Marathon Festival weekend will take place on 28th and 29th May 2022 and promises to be the best one yet!
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Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore! The Fore Play Crazy Golf team have launched another cracking venue to eat, drink, play and up your selfie game in the heart of the Capital!
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Grassmarket Market
Every Saturday the centre of the Grassmarket becomes a flurry of excitement with the arrival of the weekly market, home to art, crafts, jewellery, gifts, not to mention amazing locally made food!
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Hopetoun Grounds Walk
Enjoy this Ranger-led walk at Hopetoun House will guide you through the nature and history of Hopetoun’s designed landscape.
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Katherine Ryan - Missus
Comedian and TV’s Katherine Ryan makes a hugely welcome return to the Edinburgh Playhouse with her brand-new live show, Missus on 28th May!
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Kintsugi Workshop
In this 3 hour workshop, run by The Edinburgh Remakery on 28th May, you will learn and practice modern kintsugi techniques to repair your broken ceramics to give items a renewed purpose and beauty!
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Leith Market
The weekly Leith Market has it all - fresh meats, fish, bread, veggies, fruits, cheeses, home bakes, olives, jams, chutneys, oils, smokehouse products and lots more!
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Listen For Laughs with Zach Zucker (Workshop)
Award-winning clown and producer Zach Zucker hosts a one-off workshop for total beginners and experienced performers.
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Maker’s Market In support of Mental Health
Come along to the Charteris Centre on Saturday 28th of May for a Makers Market in support of mental health.
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Ocean Terminal Market
Ocean Terminal Market is a fantastic and fun weekend market has a great range of arts, crafts, food and drinks!
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Out of the Blue Flea Market
Browse 45 stalls packed with pre-loved items at the Out of the Blue Flea Market when it returns on 28th May!
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Scotland On Tour: Roseanne Reid
Scotland on Tour will return to West Barns later this month with a special concert by the inimitable Roseanne Reid who will play West Barns Village Hall on Saturday 28th May 2022!
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Soul Sense
Join us and experienced Medium and teacher Julie Haines for an empowering weekend. Together we will learn to open up our psychic knowing to form bonds with Spirit and with your own Soul.
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Spirits of the World
Book now and travel the world using just your tastebuds in this interactive tasting experience at Summerhall Drinks Lab!
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StagEHd Festival
Come along to StagEHd, a two day festival of theatre, celebrating the performing arts in Edinburgh, on Saturday 28th & Sunday 29th May at the Ross Bandstand, Princes Street Gardens.
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The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up Comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy Edinburgh!
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The Gruffalo Storytelling Event
Join us at Edinburgh's Gorgie Farm for A fun interactive outdoor Storytelling Event with puppets, fun songs & there might even be such a thing as a Gruffal....OH!
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The Matt Monro Story
Celebrating the life and music of the legendary Matt Monro, this is a unique evening of music, warmth and love, keeping the memory of his music alive.
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The Saturday Show
The Edinburgh Stand's fabulous flagship Saturday show has been sold out every week for the past five years!
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When Rivers Meet with support from Troy Redfern
British husband and wife duo, When Rivers Meet, have an ever-growing online fan base have been going from strength to strength. Catch them at Teviot Row House on Saturday 28th May!
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Whisky Tasting & Tour
Exclusively on Fridays and Saturdays in May. Celebrate International Whisky Month with a crafted dram tasting and a unique tour at The Real Mary King's Close.
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Zach Zucker: Spectacular Industry Showcase (Made for TV) (WIP)
Stamptown and DylanBrand proudly present a work in progress from award-winning clown Zach Zucker, in preparation for Fringe 2022.
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Blood and Guts: The Twists and Turns of Edinburgh’s Medical History
Join Surgeons' Hall Museums on their 5* weekend walking tour through Edinburgh’s old town and hear tales of old Edinburgh, disease, dissection and curious methods of treatment!
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Dandelion Festival - Free For Alls
Dandelion Festival's Free for Alls are travelling Scotland this summer, giving away thousands of free plant plugs to anyone who fancies having a grow!
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Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market
Come and join us at Edinburgh Car Boot Sale Market for some bargains and for sellers to have a clearout!
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Fore Play Crazy Golf
Fore! The Fore Play Crazy Golf team have launched another cracking venue to eat, drink, play and up your selfie game in the heart of the Capital!
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Gallant Indies / Indes galantes
Intense, mesmerising, energetic and a powerful ode to life and art – this is an inspiring documentary, unmissable. Catch it at Summerhall as part of the Screen Horizons programme!
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Meander Apparel Sunday Socials
Meander Apparel Sunday Socials are free weekly bike rides leaving from the George Street store, providing the chance for any casual cyclists to meet new people with common interests.
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Ocean Terminal Market
Ocean Terminal Market is a fantastic and fun weekend market has a great range of arts, crafts, food and drinks!
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Paul Currie - WIP
This is a brand new absurdist work in progress show from Paul Currie that will look at depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts and the inner musical workings of the average ironing board.
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RSPB Forth Islands Seabird Cruise
Come and join us on Maid of the Forth for this 3-hour special birdwatching cruise with expert commentary provided by RSPB staff!
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Congalton House
The garden at Congalton House is an attractive family garden with a wide variety of plants and good colour throughout the summer months.
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Scotland’s Gardens Scheme Open Garden: Fairnielaw
Visit Fairnielaw with its mixture of both formal and wild areas with beautiful views towards Traprain Law and the Garleton Hills at the highest point!
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Speakeasy Story Share
Aural Picnic invites you to bring your mouth and your moxy for a Sunday Speakeasy story share at The Raging Bull on 29th May!
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Stockbridge Market
The weekly Stockbridge Market is a foodie heaven featuring creative crafts, original artwork, superb street food. Eat, meet, greet or treat - there is something for everyone!
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Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals
Catch your favourite Pros as they waltz their way across the UK when Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals tour comes to the Festival Theatre!
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The Big Show
Enjoy a night of top stand-up Comedy at The Big Show every weekend at Monkey Barrel Comedy Edinburgh!
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The Night Doctor / Médecin de nuit
Mickaël (Vincent Macaigne) is a night doctor who's personal life is falling apart, but tonight is different - tonight Mickaël wants out. But at what cost?
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