NOVA SCOTIA
The triumphant next installment of one of the best-loved stories in Scottish theatre. Find out what happens when the Slab Boys hit the 21st century. Traverse Theatre, Cambridge Street, 5pm, £13 (£8), 0131-228 1404
WHOSE LUNCH IS IT ANYWAY?
Two hours of improvised comedy with Stuart Murphy and Gary Dobson. Sunday lunchtimes just wouldn't be the same without them. The Stand, York Place, 1pm, free, 0131–558 7272
THE DREAMT
Four bands to wipe out your eardrums with Muppet, The Marvels and I Hear Echoes. You certainly will. The Ark, Waterloo Place, 7.30pm, £4, 0131-228 9393
LIZ MacEWAN
This week's swinging Sunday singer is the versatile, stylish and full-toned Liz MacEwan. Her wide repertoire, with tributes to Peggy Lee (catch some 'Fever'!) through Billie Holiday to The Blues is backed by the Jack Finlay Trio. The Jazz Bar, Chambers Street, 8.15pm, £3 (£2), 0131-220 4298
THE MAE SHI
Busted electronics, way-out-there drums, crazy boogie guitar, distorted caveman bass and throat-destroying vocals. Or so they like to think. Cabaret Voltaire, Blair Street, 7pm, £6, 0131-220 6176
MARK KNOPFLER
The Sultan swings into the Playhouse for the only Scottish night of the 63 dates on the European leg of the Kill To Get Crimson tour. Edinburgh Playhouse, Greenside Place, 7.30pm, £35, 0870-606 3424
MEMBER OF THE WEDDING
With Autosafari plus support. Bannerman's, Niddry Street, 9pm, £4, 0131-556 3254
MOSTLY AUTUMN
The prog rockers return to the rooms on their annual tour. Those who like such things say it is always a great show from a great band. The Liquid Room, Victoria Street, 7pm, £14, 0131-225 2564
ORKESTRA DEL SOL
The Moveable Feast album launch party from the UK's hottest brass mavericks. Orkestra del Sol's critically acclaimed live shows have been attracting sell-out crowds across the UK and Europe. Combining the swagger of a Balkan wedding band with the rebellious spirit of Latin carnival, their infectious, sousaphone-fuelled music is always delivered with a dash of humour and a certain unruly charm. Support from The Den Collective and DJ Lenny Love. Queen's Hall. 7pm, £10 (£7), 0131-668 2019
ROD PATERSON
He, of Jock Tamson's Bairns, Easy Club and Ceolbeg fame, is also a very fine solo performer and widely recognised as the foremost male traditional singer in Scotland. Wee Folk Club event. Royal Oak, Infirmary Street, 8pm, £3, 0131- 557 2976
SUNDAY SESSION
A night of raw musical talent. A selection of newly signed and unsigned bands showcase both classic and original material. The Jam House, Queen Street, 7pm, free, 0131-226 5875
WILLIAM DOUGLAS
The fast-rising singing-songwriting guitarist rocks out with lots of his friends on stage too. The Jazz Bar, Chambers Street, 11.30pm, free, 0131-220 4298
ALL BACK TO MINE
An eclectic mix of personal favourites from the DJing team at this busy Sunday nighter. Opal Lounge, George Street, 10pm, £3, 0131-226 2275
BUMFUNK
Filling the void since Taste left the building with DJs Marco Smith, Kaupuss and Miss Chris playing uplifting funky house and electro. Cabaret Voltaire, Blair Street, 11pm-3am, £5 (£4), 0131–220 4638
CARBON
The more you rave the more trees you save at this club where all door money is donated to offset your carbon footprint. Stereo, King Stables Road, 10pm-3am, £4, 0131-229 7986
PLAYGIRL MANSION
Trendy Wendy and her guests bring a touch of that hot Studio 54 magic to George Street. Lulu, George Street, 8pm, £5, 0131-225 5005
SIENTELO!
Latin America music mixed with chart tunes. El Barrio, Rose Street, 11pm, free, 0131-226 4311
TIPSY
Weekly urban party with DJs Nick G and Phaze 2. Massa, Market Street, 10pm-3am, £4, 0791-718 2341
ANTONINE GUARD
Meet Scotland's last Roman legion, Legio VI Victria, as they line up with an impressive display of weapons, equipment and drill. Do you have what it takes to join them? Part of the Sunday Afternoon Fun at the Museum programme. National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, 11.45am, 12.45pm, 2.45pm (30mins), free, 0131-225 7534
LIFE DRAWING CLASS
A drop-in, untutored, practice time for anyone who wants to improve their drawing skills. Everybody takes it in turn to model fully-clothed. Bring your own materials. All abilities welcome. The Bongo Club, Holyrood Road, 2-4pm, £3, 0131-558 7604
MARY KING'S GHOST FEST
This year's festival will include a scientific experiment from Edinburgh University's Department of Psychology, junior ghost busting trails, an exclusive screening of 'The Last Witch', an exclusive event hosted by Most Haunted star Richard Felix and more. Various venues, for details visit www.edinburghghostfest.com
CONNECT SUPER SCIENCE SHOW
Find out about science in the real world. National Museum of Scotland, Chambers Street, 11.45am, 12.45pm, 1.45pm, 2.45pm, free, 0131-225 7534
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