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A guide to entertainment in Edinburgh
When it comes to entertainment in Edinburgh, we're very lucky to be spoilt for choice! Whether it's comedy, cinema, theatre, cabaret, shows, spoken word, special events, launches and book readings, there's always something going on.
Here at Edinburgh Reviews, we can never cover everything happening around us in-depth - that's too much for us to handle - but we do cover select entertainment that catches our eye. You can also find plenty of other goings on via our social media!
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Radar: La Bola Negra, Filmhouse
Secure your tickets for the exclusive preview screening of La Bola Negra at the Edinburgh Filmhouse on 11 October 2026 before the nationwide cinema release.
Radar: Dead Souls By Nikolai Gogol
EGTG stages the theatrical premiere of Dan Rebellato’s Dead Souls at the Pianodrome Bruntsfield this November. Find dates, cast details, and venue information.
Radar: The Caley Bar hosts Toki-O Nights
The Caley Bar hosts Toki-O Nights this September, bringing Japanese listening-bar culture and audiophile sound to the West End of Princes Street. The free music series runs across two Wednesday evenings, 9th September and 23rd September 2026, from 7 pm to 10 pm, pairing rare vinyl selections with Suntory Toki Japanese whisky highballs. Inspired by […]
BLEACH: Thousand-Year Blood War – The Calamity Review
Catching the latest BLEACH on the big screen in Edinburgh proves how mainstream anime has become. The Calamity offers zero onboarding for newcomers, but the tactical combat sequences and spot-on characterisation feel exactly like a welcome homecoming for lapsed fans.
Radar: Ace of Wands collective exhibition brings independent art to London Road
Experience the Ace of Wands collective art exhibition at Scot-ART Edinburgh from 26 June. Free entry to a showcase of local painting, sculpture, and performance.
A Play, a Pie, and a Pint: The Hen Night @ Assembly Roxy (Review)
Birdy went along with a friend to another showing as part of a Play, a Pie, and a Pint – this time for The Hen Night! It was a really fun show.
Review: The Corinthian at A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Assembly Roxy
Packing out the Assembly Roxy, the latest A Play, A Pie and A Pint production offers a timely, powerful exploration of racism and footballing history. Dayton Mungai is exceptional, anchoring a fast-paced biography that earns its standing ovation.