SINBAD THE PANTOMIME
Sinbad and the Little Mermaid set off on a quest to find the great Neptune, Lord of the Seas and the only being powerful enough to defeat the Sea Witch. A fun and interactive traditional pantomime suitable for all the family. Brunton Theatre, High Street, Musselburgh, 10am, £13.50, 0131-665 2240
GANG SHOW
Join the young people from Scouting and Girl Guiding in Edinburgh as they present the very best in modern comedy, music and dance. King's Theatre, Leven Street, 7pm, £7.50-£13, 0131-229 3416
LUNATIC AND NEW WORK
Two physically and emotionally exhilarating commissions by Nigel Charnock and Andonis Foniadakis. Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, 8pm, £16, 0131-228 1404
JO JO SUTHERLAND, BENNETT ARRON, REX BOYD, GEOFF NORCOTT
Live stand-up with after-show disco until 3am. Jongleurs, Omni Centre, Greenside Place, 6.30pm, 10pm, £10, 0844-499 4066
MARTIN BIGPIG MOR, STEVE HARRIS, CARLY BAKER, DEREK JOHNSON
Compere both nights is Scott Agnew. Bill includes an open spot on each night. Stand Comedy Club, York Place, 9pm (doors 7pm), £10 (£9), 0131-558 7272
THE IMPROVERTS
Edinburgh's longest-running improv troupe. Bedlam Theatre, Bristo Place, 10.30pm, £3.50, 0131-225 9893
BATTLEFIELD BAND
Battlefield Band have been performing on the international scene for more than three decades, inspired by their rich heritage of Celtic music and fired by the strength of the modern Scottish cultural scene. Over the years new members have brought with them new ideas, new music, new instruments, attitudes and influences, leading to continued creativity, freshness and enthusiasm. After 30 years they still lead the way for Scottish music. Queen's Hall, Clerk Street, 7pm, £14, 0131-668 2019
CANONGATE CADJERS CEILIDH BAND
The band's experienced caller will be on hand to assist anyone who isn't sure of the dances. The Merlin, Morningside Road, 8pm, £6, 0131-447 4329
CROSSING THE MINCH
Traditional ceilidh-dance with Deoch 'n' Dorus, piper and twice-Mod gold medallist Gaelic singer. This Highlander and Islander 450-capacity gathering welcomes regulars and novices. Tickets must be purchased in advance. Assembly Rooms, George Street, 7.30pm, £12, 0131-220 4349
DIPLOMATS OF JAZZ AND FORTH RIVER RAGTIMERS
More jazz and ragtime shenanigans at this popular club. Heriot's Rugby Club, Bangholm Terrace, 8pm, £6, 0131-552 5925
METCALFE PLUS NEIL WATSON
More live music on the menu at busy Cowgate student haunt. Bannerman's, Niddry Street, 8pm, £5, 0131-556 3254
PLASTIC ADULTS PLUS THE INCENDIARY BATS
More alternative music from this popular, left-field music venue. Henry's Cellar Bar, Morrison Street, 7.30pm, £4, 0131-228 9393
POPSTARDOMBECKONS
Born in the heart of darkest Ayrshire, Aly Macrae was brought up singing and playing with the world famous band the Macrazies. Lured by the promise of working late nights and long periods of unemployment he put pen to paper in earnest, writing songs ... about whatever took his fancy: favourite jumpers, evil teddy-bears, charity shops and beer. Experience these songs and more with Aly and his Vaudeville Orchestra as they journey through his debut album 'popstardombeckons'. Bongo Club, Holyrood Road, 8pm, £8, 0131-558 7604
RSNO – ROMANTIC RACHMANINOV
An evening of sumptuous, romantic works by the great Russian pianist and composer, full of the distinctive melodies that have made his music hugely popular with audiences all over the world. His first symphony is bold, exuberant and mixes sweeping themes with the noble sentiments of Imperial Russia, whilst The Bells is a spectacular epic for chorus, orchestra and a stunning cast of soloists. Usher Hall, Lothian Road, 7.30pm, £10-£32.50, 0131-228 1155
SAD SOCIETY
Punk's not dead... it just smells funny. Henry's Cellar Bar, Morrison Street, 11pm, £4, 0131-228 9393
STRANGE BREW PLUS LA PAZ
Alternative music shenanigans at this popular east-end live music venue. The Ark, Waterloo Place, 7.30pm, £5, 0131-623 7147
MIDAS IS KING
Midas Is King feature some of the most talented up and coming young musicians in Scotland. Three parts Scottish and one part American, the band has a wealth of experience in both live performance and songwriting, each having played to audiences of thousands of people. Cabaret Voltaire, Blair Street, 7pm, £5, 0131-220 6176
EVOL
Indie, hip-hop, alterative beats and rock. Faith, Cowgate, 10.30pm-3am, £5, 0131-225 5583
FOUR CORNERS
Soulful party fodder for dancing - from deep funk, soul jazz, and Latin beats to hip hop, reggae and more - with DJs Simon Hodge, Johnny Cashback, Monkeyboy and Astroboy. Bongo Club, Holyrood Road, 11pm-3am, £5 after 12, 0131-558 8844
FRIDAY NIGHT PROJECT
Chart and party hits with plenty of giveaways (from iPods to TVs). City Nightclub, Market Street, 10.30pm, £5 (£3), 0131-226 9560
FUNK SHUI
DJ Fiona mixes up chart, dance classics and dirty house. Shanghai, Le Monde, George Street, 10pm, £8 (£6), 0131-270 3900
KANDIFLIP
R&B, house and dance classics. Po Na Na, Frederick Street, 10.30pm, £3 before midnight, £6 after, 0131-226 2224
MISFITS
DIY indie, electro, punk, rock and retro. The Hive, Niddry Street, 11pm, free before 11.30pm, £4 after, 0131-556 0444
OPAL LOUNGE
Funked up vocal house and dance classics from Jez Hill. George Street, 9pm, £4 before 11pm, 8 after, 0131-226 2275
PLANET EARTH
Music from 1976 through to 1989. So a healthy dose of punk, new wave, new romantic and electro-pop. Now with added 90s power. Kazaam! Citrus Club, Grindlay Street, 10.30pm, £5 after 11pm, 0131-622 7086
SWEET POTATO
New weekly night dedicated to funk, hip hop, Motown, disco and pop rock. Hudson Club, Hope Street Lane, 10pm, £5 before midnight, £7 after, 0141-246 7000
WHY NOT?
Chart Party. Why Not?, George Street, 10pm, £5, 0131-624 8633
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