Michael McIntyre
SSE Hydro, Glasgow - Today until Saturday
The hugely-popular comedian’s spot-on observational comedy and trademark ability to turn everyday situations into masterclasses of human exasperation have struck chords with millions of fans, resolutely cementing him as one of the UK’s most loved and treasured comedy performers today. Tickets are priced between £28.40 and £62.45, with booking fee. Buy from ticketmaster.co.uk.
Year Zero
Biscuit Factory, Edinburgh - Until Saturday
Join Immerse Productions for an immersive and unforgettable theatre experience. The United Kingdom is on the brink of a nuclear apocalypse. Political tension is at an all-time high and time for a diplomatic resolution is over. A group of strangers gather in an abandoned Biscuit Factory and wait for further instructions. Will they survive? There’s only one way to find out. Tickets are £9, plus booking fee. Visit immerseproductions.org for more information and to purchase.
Ladies of Soul
Òran Mór, Glasgow - Tomorrow
Fresh from a sellout show as part of Celtic Connections, the Ladies of Soul return to Glasgow for a special show as part of the West End Festival. The fantastic Unoma Okudo will be headlining and will be joined by some very special guests. Born in Nigeria, now Glasgow-based, Okudo has opened for Macy Gray and Alexander O’Neal. London’s Sharlene-Monique has toured with Oleta Adams and combines emotive, gospel-tinged vocals with inspiring songs of empowerment and self-acceptance, while New Orleans-inspired collective Mama Roux boast of the soulful stylings of Charlotte Marshall on lead vocals and bass. Tickets are £15. Buy from ticketweb.uk.
Highland Games
Hazelhead Park, Aberdeen - Sunday
A highlight on the city’s summer calendar, the games promise to be a day full of family entertainment, including traditional Scottish Highland Games competitions, pipe band championships and solo piping competitions, as well as a fun fair, family entertainment stage performances, free children’s activities, catering outlets and a beer tent. The day kicks off at 10am until 5.30pm. Ticket prices vary. Buy from eventbrite.co.uk.
Festival of Cycling
Various venues, Edinburgh - Until June 24
Celebrating all aspects of cycling in and around the capital, including travel, leisure, adventure, transport, sport, personal development, the event - one of Europe’s top cycling festivals - recognises cycling’s importance for encouraging social inclusion and economic development, reducing ill health and pollution and for making places. EdFoC aims to challenge people’s perception of what cycling is and to put Edinburgh on the map as an international cycling destination. Visit edfoc.org.uk to see the full schedule of events.
Woodzstock Music Festival
Wildwoodz, Munlochy - Saturday
A highland summer music festival in a location like no other, get ready for two stages, lots of acts, local brews and spirits and plenty of barbecued food, pizza and cake. Live music will be provided by Spring Break, Bis, Lilura, Electric Mother, Iain Mclaughlin and more. Also expect top comics from around Scotland, a licensed bar, high tea and a gin and prosecco saloon. Tickets are £30, plus booking fee. Head to wildwoodz.co.uk for more information and to buy.
David Byrne
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall - Tomorrow
The Talking Heads legend stops off in Scotland as he tours the world in support of his solo record, American Utopia. See him perform songs from the new album as well as classics from his solo career and his Talking Heads days. A twelve-piece band will also join Byrne on stage for a choreographed concert he has called “the most ambitious show I’ve done since the shows that were filmed for Stop Making Sense.” R&B and soul singer Laura Mvula supports. Tickets start from £33.50, oplus booking fee. Buy from glasgowconcerthalls.com.
Fred MacAulay
Paisley Arts Centre - Saturday
To celebrate 30 years of stand-up, the Scottish comedian is hitting the road with his “30 Years On” tour. In 1988, Perth-born MacAulay made his stand-up debut at Mayfest’s “So You Think You’re Funny” competition with his wry observations about society, family and political themes - which fans of Fred will be familiar with. Three decades on, he still has audiences in stitches. Tickets are £15, plus booking fee. Buy from whatsonrenfrewshire.co.uk.
Beer FestivALE
Summerhall, Edinburgh - Tomorrow and Saturday
The popular art space’s sell-out beer festival returns, this time outside into the courtyard as part of Southern Exposure where attendees will revel in the festival spirit and midsummer sunshine. Every year, organisers present the best of what beer fans already know as well as things they may not be able to get anywhere else. Barney’s brings beer made on-site and there will be a wide selection of oddly interesting things from known and unknown brewers from home and away. Keep checking out listings at summerhall.co.uk as more details are announced. Tickets are £10, plus booking fee.
Sunshine on Leith
Dundee Rep Theatre - Until Saturday
The essential Scottish musical returns to the Dundee venue for the first time since 2010 in a brand new production. Follow the highs and lows of Ally and his friend Davy as they return home to Leith from the army. Families, friendships and life are not plain sailing in this funny and moving story about love and life. With stunning songs including I’m Gonna Be (500 miles), Sunshine on Leith, Letter From America, and I’m On My Way, this energetic piece of musical theatre continues to be loved by audiences and critics alike. Book tickets at dundeerep.co.uk.
Haddstock
Town House, Haddington
Enjoy live music all day and evening throughout the town’s cafes, bars and halls. Youth bands, local musicians and groups of various genres and experience levels play in a community, family-friendly environment. There will be art and music workshops for youngsters and music in the streets. Musicians include Aaron Wright, Sophie Bancroft, The Sunshine Delay and Dropkick. Free entry to almost all venues. Donations are welcome in musicians’ hats. Buy tickets for the headliner gig at the Town House at Facebook/Haddstock or on billetto.com for £15, plus booking fee.
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