What's On Scotland 4-11 Oct: Aberdeen Comedy Festival

Over 50 comedy events will take place at 25 venues across Aberdeen between 4-13 October this year, including stand-out headliners, fringe favourites, comedy legends, magic, musical comedy, movies and family shows; from stalwarts of international comedy festivals to bright-eyed, fresh-faced up-and-comers on the comedy circuit, there’s plenty to choose from at the Aberdeen Comedy Festival. Reginald D Hunter, Phill Jupitus, Tom Allen and Christina Bianco all feature as this year's festival headliners, alongside the likes of Tiff Stevenson, Larry Dean and John Kearns.

Comedy in film is also celebrated at independent cinema and local favourite Belmont Filmhouse, screening classic comedies (with options to suit all ages) throughout the duration of the festival. Some of the films include the Ben Stiller and Cameron Diaz-starring clusterfuck of a rom-com that put everyone off hair gel for life, There’s Something About Mary; modern classic Bridesmaids; the actual Spice World film; and that one about that bear that isn’t Winnie the Pooh, Paddington.

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CHILDCARE
The Hug & Pint, Glasgow. 6 Oct, 7.30pm
CHILDCARE frontman Ed Cares used to be one of the most in-demand nannies in West London before going on to form this band and their latest EP, Luckyucker, includes a cover of Wayne Wonder's 2003 dancehall classic No Letting Go. If you're not confused, intrigued and at least a little bit delighted by both those facts then, quite frankly, we're stunned. Go see 'em for some classic old skool indie pop goodness. Image: Wolf James

Virginia Wing
Sneaky Pete's, Edinburgh. 7 Oct, 7pm
Manchester-based duo Virginia Wing combine 60s-esque pop melodies with textured synths and layered percussion on their third album Ecstatic Arrow, undeniably one of the year’s best. In a recent support slot for Hookworms, irked by the male-heavy crowds, the duo performed several dates with the words “END RAPE CULTURE” projected behind them. Hopefully it won’t have to come to that again. Image: Stuart Moulding

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Dean Castle Country Park, Kilmarnock, 24 Oct-18 Nov
Illuminight returns with stunning lights, sounds and installations from Wednesday 24 October. We are excited to return to Dean Castle Country Park with new and exciting effects, dazzling lights and enchanting sounds to fill the park with wonderment and awe. Hands-on activities and games throughout the trail will keep all ages entertained as well as a delicious range of food and drink – don't worry, we've not forgotten about the marshmallows for toasting!

Edinburgh Coffee Festival
Edinburgh Corn Exchange, Edinburgh. 6 Oct, 10am
People still love coffee, would you believe it?! Back for its fourth year, the Edinburgh Coffee Festival will bring together over 40 exhibitors, from roasters to suppliers and everything in between. As well as being able to taste the beans, you can also hear talks from experts and participate in a series of interactive workshops and demonstrations throughout the day.

Kevin Bridges
SSE Hydro, Glasgow. 4-28 Oct, 8pm
It’s a busy month for Scottish funnyman Kevin Bridges, who will be spending just about every night in October performing his, let’s be honest, slightly lazily-titled Brand New Tour at the Hydro. Bridges will perform an insane 19 shows at the venue throughout the month, following a five-day residency at The Edinburgh Playhouse at the end of September. Image: Kevin Bridges

Chronicles
National Museum of Scotland, Edinburgh. 6-7 Oct, times vary
For this year’s Futureproof Festival, The National Theatre of Scotland mark Scotland’s Year of Young People with a nationwide programme of theatre and performance created by young people. This weekend, Scottish dance collective Project X and Thulani Rachia present Chronicles, a new piece of dance theatre performance using different dance styles.

The Macbeths
Dundee Rep, Dundee. 4 Oct, 2.30 & 7.30pm
Citizens Theatre Artistic Director Dominic Hill’s re-imagining of Shakespeare’s play Macbeth will feature an all-female cast, led by Charlene Boyd as Lady Macbeth and Lucianne McEvoy as Macbeth. Part of the first season of work from the Citizens Theatre while the building undergoes renovations, The Macbeths tour will begin in Dundee and continue across Scotland, concluding on 27 October. Image: Alex Brady

STORYTIME presents Young Marco
La Belle Angele, Edinburgh. 5 Oct, 11pm
For their latest party, STORYTIME are handing over the reigns to Dekmantel regular and Safe Trip label boss Young Marco all night. Known for his eclectic selections and intricate productions, Marco Sterk’s genre-defying DJ sets are world-renowned. This is one of two Scottish dates this month for the Amsterdam-based DJ, who will be returning for Melting Pot at Glasgow’s SWG3 on 26 October.

Animal Farm: Rødhåd
Sub Club, Glasgow. 5 Oct, 11pm
Everyone's favourite techno viking stops into Subbie this weekend, as part of Animal Farm's 14th birthday celebrations. Expect heavy, hypnotic selections from the Berlin-based techno enthusiast and Dystopian boss man Rødhåd, with the party set banging on through until 4am, licence pending. Support comes from Animal Farm label head and resident, Quail.

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