What’s On In Scotland: Five things to do tonight

Catch Shrek the Musical in Edinburgh. Picture: Contributed

COMEDY: BILL BAILEY - LIMBOLAND

Beloved TV star of Black Books and Never Mind the Buzzcocks Bill Bailey brings another hilarious and musical live comedy show to Aberdeen tonight. In Limboland Bailey explores the gap between how we imagine our lives to be and how they really are by telling stories from his own life. As well as witty insights and clever jokes, you can look forward to some original comedy songs from this multi-talented performer.

Music Hall, Union Street, Aberdeen

EXHIBITION: STEVEN PEEBLES - AUTUMN REAPPEARANCE

Swing by Tin Roof Studios in Dundee tonight to see the first solo show of local artist Steven Peebles. Autumn Reappearance features a mixture of sculpture and print work with a focus on incorporating a variety of textures. Such promising homegrown talent will surely go far, so see Peebles’ debut while you ca.

Until October 26, Tin Roof Studios, Bellfield Street, Dundee

FILM: LAUREL & HARDY DOUBLE BILL

Classic comedy double act Laurel and Hardy return to the big screen at Perth Playhouse tonight for a rare back to back screening. The pair’s 1932 short Towed in a Hole will be followed by the longer Way Out West from 1937. See for yourself just how much the masters of slapstick influenced modern comedy with their pioneering contributions to the industry.

Playhouse, Murray Street, Perth

MUSIC: THE TALLEST MAN ON EARTH

Music fans will be divided tonight in Glasgow, as half head to the Barrowlands for The Cribs and the others assemble at the O2 ABC to see Swedish indie folk star The Tallest Man on Earth, otherwise known as Kristian Matsson. Known for his charismatic stage presence, the artist released his latest album Dark Bird Is Home earlier this year and is currently touring both new and old material around the UK.

O2 ABC, Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow

THEATRE: SHREK THE MUSICAL

See Shrek the ogre, Princess Fiona, Donkey and a whole host of other magical characters come to life before your eyes at Edinburgh’s Playhouse this evening. The critically acclaimed Shrek the Musical opens in Edinburgh tonight for a three week run and you can look forward to all the fun of the film on stage - with added songs, of course.

Until November 9, Greenside Lane, Edinburgh