Disney On Ice: Worlds of Enchantment
SSE Hydro, Glasgow, today until Sunday
Enter the dazzling world of Disney magic and rev up for non-stop fun with four favourite Disney stories. Thrill to high-speed stunts with the “Cars” crew, dive into adventure with Ariel in “The Little Mermaid” enchanted undersea kingdom and watch the “Toy Story” gang get up to mischief. Finally, enter the wintry world of Arendelle with sisters Anna and Elsa and pals Olaf and Kristoff from “Frozen” as they learn that true love comes from within. What’s more, don’t miss the chance to warm up at the fit-to-dance pre-show party. Tickets are priced between £20.45 and £48.80, including booking fees. Buy via thessehydro.com. The show then heads to the AECC in Aberdeen from May 2 to 5.
The Play That Goes Wrong
Edinburgh Festival Theatre, until Saturday
Fawlty Towers meets Noises Off in this multi award-winning smash-hit comedy from the West End. Audiences can expect a unique play-within-a-play experience wherein the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society is putting on a 1920s murder mystery but, as the title suggests, everything that can go wrong does. The accident-prone thespians battle against all odds to make it through to their final curtain call, with hilarious consequences. Ticket prices start from £19, plus booking fee. Visit capitaltheatres.com to purchase.
Aye Write!
Mitchell Library, Glasgow, from today
With an amazing line-up and more venues than ever before, Glasgow’s book festival is back with over 200 events across set to take place, including author appearances, book-themed performances, masterclasses, a film screening and a concert. Among the topics being discussed are the legacy of Michael Marra, Britain pre-brexit, how we live in 2018 and the lessons we learn from the inevitability of death, the award-winning Forgiveness Project and The Archers. The first-ever Ian Bell Prize for young journalists will also be awarded. Ticket details and the full programme are online at ayewrite.com.
Sandfest
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Sunday
A celebrated mix of Scottish pop music in aid of Down’s Syndrome Scotland, this evening of music and dancing will see some of the best 80s artists Scotland has to offer, all the while raising funds for a good cause at the same time. Relive the decade-gone-by with some of the greatest hits from Hipsway, The Bluebells and Altered Images performed by their lead singers with a special appearance from Choir 21. All proceeds raised will go towards the charity which supports families across the country who have a child or adult living with Down’s syndrome. Tickets are £40 and can be booked from glasgowconcerthalls.com.
Aberdeen Jazz Festival
Various venues, Aberdeen, until Sunday
Bringing the best of jazz and blues, this year’s exciting programme of very special events, international stars and collaborations, alongside old favourites. Thanks to Aberdeen Inspired, organisers have been able to expand the festival to 11 days, adding in some new ways to enjoy the music. There’s something for everyone, including London Afrobeat Collective tomorrow, Scott Hamilton & Brian Kellock on Saturday and Seonaid Aitken on Sunday who celebrates the songs of Ella Fitzgerald with The Groove Merchant Big Band. Visit aberdeenjazzfestival.com for ticket information and the full programme.
Bingo! The Musical
Assembly Hall, Edinburgh, until Saturday
Daniella joins the more-than-two million women across the UK who pour into local bingo halls, with the one aim: hoping that all elusive “house” will change her life forever. Sadly, she’s not just hopeful - she’s desperate. Having fallen into some bad luck, she may just have to resort to desperate measures to take home that prize money. Featuring catchy original numbers, a lot of banter and plenty of cheeky humour, head to the bingo for a memorable night. Tickets are £19, plus booking fee. Book at assemblyfestival.com.
Glasgow Short Film Festival
Glasgow Film Theatre, until Sunday
The largest competitive short film festival in Scotland champions new film talent with this annual showcase and meeting point for new and established Scottish and international filmmakers, industry delegates and the local audience. The event’s programme celebrates diverse forms of cinematic expression and promises to bring groundbreaking work that transgresses the boundaries of conventional narrative film. Visit glasgowfilm.org/glasgow-short-film-festival for the complete programme and ticket information.
A Tiger’s Tale
Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Saturday
From a circus train in South Africa, to a steamboat on the Atlantic Ocean and onward to West Yorkshire, a ramshackle travelling troupe shares the unbelievable true story of a family of acrobats and their adopted tiger cub. Join Titch, Ma and Pa on their riotous adventure with this high-spirited balancing act of circus, puppetry, live music and song. Tickets are £10. Book at pitlochryfestivaltheatre.com. The production then moves on to Eden Court Theatre in Inverness on Sunday and Platform in Glasgow on March 20.
Borders Art Fair
Springwood Park, Kelso, tomorrow to Sunday
Celebrating visual arts in the beautiful Scottish Borders over three days, this event will culminate live art demonstrations, over 50 exhibiting artist stands, creative talks and discussions, a “local heroes” exhibition, competitions, food and drink and a whole lot of fun for all the family. Search “Borders Art Fair” on Facebook for more information.
Scotland Pakistan Fashion Week
Crowne Plaza, Glasgow, Saturday
Celebrating the combination of Pakistani heritage and Western style, Scotland Pakistan Fashion Week is scheduled to coincide with Pakistan Day which celebrates the adoption of the country’s first constitution. Leading designers from the East, including VIP guest Deepak Pervani, and recently graduated Scottish designers, will all showcase their designs, with Perwani, opening the show. Ticket prices start from £15. Book at miraal.co.uk.
DON’T MISS…
Edinburgh’s Festival of Ireland
Various venues, Edinburgh, from tomorrow
Celebrating “credible Celtic culture” over St Patrick’s Day weekend and beyond, a little bit of Ireland descends once again on the capital as organisers seek to bring together all who celebrate Irish culture and the wider community, in and around the city, through participation in high-profile events, including concerts, music sessions, dance tuition, talks, a film show, family parade and pageant, find your Irish ancestry and much more. Event runs until March 24. See edinburghsfestivalofireland.org for more information and for the full programme.
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