Throughout time poets, artists and scientists have conjured up the essence of Heaven On Earth through metaphor, colour and image. Union Dance has created a thrilling evening that reaches beyond the boundaries of dance to present fresh and diverse interpretations of the elusive concept. In Sublime Element Tayeb Benamara uses graceful movement to explore the idea of being in harmony with one’s own contradictions. Singer and musician Juwon Ogungbe provides live accompaniment. Two Bye Two features choreography by Anh Ngoc Nguyen, who received the New British Bonnie Bird Award in 2005. In Celestial Dawning choreographer and dancer Michael Joseph draws on the company’s unique urban style to represent the energetic spirit of transformation. (back to top)

Since releasing her debut solo album in 2005 and being awarded ‘Best Up and Coming Artist’ at the 2005 Scots Trad Music Awards, Jenna Reid has undoubtedly remained one of the brightest young talents ever to grace the traditional music scene. Jenna has appeared all over the world with Shetland fiddling sensations, Filska, Scottish super group, Deaf Shepherd and Dòchas, winners of Best Up and Coming Band at the 2004 Scots Trad Music Awards. She has also performed with the The Unusual Suspects, The Finlay MacDonald Band, The Vital Signs and John Rae’s Celtic Feet. Jenna’s second solo album will be released in Spring 2008. (back to top)

From Neverland to the glens of Scotland, from society drawing rooms to couthy firesides - everywhere, Barrie is the master storyteller, and your guide. His eagle eye exposes the humour, cruelty, love and dreams that make up the theatre of life. JM Barrie was the creator of Peter Pan and the most successful playwright of his age, and was also a popular novelist and sketch writer who constantly mined his own life. Splinters Productions, whose previous successes include For the Islands I Sing and Scot of the Anarchic, pay tribute to Barrie’s genius in this magical four-hander. Devised by Donald Smith and the Company: John Shedden, Anna Hepburn, Finlay McLean, Kara Johnston. Suitable for ages 12 plus. (back to top)

The Wall is a coming of age story set in the small Ayrshire town of Stewarton, directed by Gregory Thompson. It's the summer holidays and the weather just won't settle down. Maybe it's global warming but global events don't usually affect Stewarton much. Norma Gordon has got a problem and she's going to be in big trouble if her Dad finds out. Norma's big brother Barry has just left school without any Highers, or any sense of direction, but that isn't what's causing the problems at home. Barry's in love for the first time. The school holidays are like a microwave. So much happens and it all happens so fast. This summer everything is changing in Stewarton. Strong language, suitable for ages 15 plus. (back to top)

A witty, wicked and waspish masterpiece. This energetic production explores mistaken identities, romantic dreams, secret weekend retreats and the vital importance of a misplaced handbag. This production, stylishly designed and directed by the S4 cast, will tour to various locations across East Lothian including Brunton Theatre, East Linton Community Hall, Stenton Community Hall and Dunbar Grammar School. Tickets available from Brunton Theatre Box Office or Dunbar Grammar School Office, 01368 863339. (back to top)

Who is Martha? Martha lives by the sea. Martha lives alone. Martha doesn’t need anyone. She is stubborn, eccentric and highly independent. Who are Martha’s friends? Not her next door neighbour. Not her helpful postman. Nor her secret admirer from across the bay. One day she has an unexpected visitor and for Martha life will never be the same again. The award-winning Catherine Wheels present this a wonderful, humorous story about friendship, trust and a goose. For ages 4 plus. (back to top)

The Scottish Jazz All Stars present a new programme featuring a tribute to the Clyde Valley Stompers, best loved and most popular of all Scottish Jazz Bands. There's none better qualified than the All Stars - with fifty years of Scottish jazz in the band. Scotland's favourite singer Fionna Duncan and the great Forrie Cairns both performed gloriously in the Clyde Valley Stompers. Musselburgh born bassist Ronnie Rae played with the Alex Welsh Band and the Stompers. Alongside them are Edinburgh's Brian Kellock - a world class pianist in anyone's lists, and Tom Gordon who, when he's not with the All Stars, is the number one BBC drummer. It's a nostalgic sound but with 21st century fire. No band more deserves the name All Stars than this one. (back to top)

Directed, produced and performed by some of the UK’s most exciting new young talent, the Shakespeare Youth Festival brings you two young local theatre companies presenting their own unique interpretations of Shakespeare. Expect romance, blood, lust and laughs all in one show. Following hard on the success of the Shakespeare Schools Festival, the UK's largest youth drama festival, is available to all 16 - 21 year olds across the UK. It gives young people the opportunity to set-up and run their own theatre company with complete creative ownership, performing a 45 minute abridged Shakespeare play on a professional stage. Each company receives a youth director’s day with the MAP Consortium, and mentoring and workshops from West Lothian Youth Theatre. Performances: Tuesday -Midsummer Night's Dream & Twelfth Night. Thursday - Midsummer Night's Dream & Anthony and Cleopatra. (back to top)

The brave new music of a maverick musician and composer is celebrated by one of Europe's most fearlessly outward looking chamber ensembles. Bennett, who died at the tragically early age of 33 in 2005, was a piper and fiddle player who combined classical and jazz elements with Scottish traditional music and the beats of the 90s rave scene to create powerful contemporary grooves. Mr McFall's Chamber enjoyed a compatible relationship with Bennett dating back to the ensemble's formation in the mid 1990s. A chamber music ensemble like no other chamber music ensemble, the band comprises mostly classical players for whom the lure of other musical styles has proved irresistible. They are well known for their eclectic mix of musical genres, programming classical and contemporary composers alongside rock, tango, klezmer, cartoon music and jazz. The band features a core string quartet from the Scottish Chamber Orchestra with piano, bass and drums/percussion. This programme includes pieces written for the group by two other composers with a background in Scottish traditional music - Edward McGuire and Fraser Fifield. (back to top)

Imaginative dance theatre for the very young. Living in an overgrown garden where time doesn’t always run according to the clock, is an eccentric and extraordinary woman who grows not flowers but colourful ideas. Eccentric, curious and probably cantankerous, expect expressive gibberish and serious gobbledygook in this richly textured, visual and imaginative dance performance. Tabula Rasa Dance Company have a reputation for creating inspiring dance performances for children. Suitable for age 4 plus. (back to top)

The Alexander Brothers are firmly established as Scotland's leading international entertainers. They are as well known in Canada and the United States as they are in the UK. They have always been in demand for theatre productions and television programmes and still regularly tour around the world.A fundraising concert for Musselburgh Congregtional Church. An evening of Scottish songs and music in the typical Alexander Brothers' style. (back to top)

Musselburgh Amateur Musical Assocation (MAMA) present Oliver! the story of an orphan who runs away from an orphanage and hooks up with a group of boys trained to be pickpockets by an elderly mentor. Includes memorable songs Food Glorious Food, Pick A Pocket Or Two and Consider Yourself. There is a 2pm matinee on the Saturday. (back to top)

A little boy is given 12 tin soldiers for Christmas, but one soldier is very different from the rest. Join us for the story of this special toy’s extraordinary journey. One of Hans Christian Andersen’s best loved tales. For ages 5 – 11. At the Brunton Theatre ONLY, Parent and baby ticket (under 18 months) also available. Please contact the venue directly. Showing as part of the Puppet Animation Festival 2008. (back to top)