Family owned cinema in a listed Art Deco building. A friendly welcome and traditional style kiosks and comfort make it a different film experience. 18 Newbattle Terrace EH10 4RT Mon,Tue:02.00pm-09.00pm Wed-Sun:01.00pm-09.00pm http://www.dominioncinemas.net/

One of the most important theatres in Britain, staging countless world premieres. As 'Scotland's new writing theatre' it promotes local writers and actors. 10 Cambridge Street EH1 2ED Mon-Sat:10.00am-06.00pm http://www.traverse.co.uk/

Opened in 1914, The Cameo is a hub for Edinburgh's cinema lovers. Popular films and more obscure seasons show in the traditional screens. 38 Home Street EH3 9LZ Mon-Sun:11.00am-01.00am http://www.picturehouses.co.uk/cinema/Cameo_Picturehouse/

John Byrne's recent roof mural added to one of Scotland's most important theatres. 2 Leven Street Tollcross Opening times vary by performance http://www.edtheatres.com/kings

Classical concerts and big shows hosted in this dramatic building noted for its great acoustics. Lothian Road EH1 2EA Mon-Sat:10.00am-05.30pm http://www.usherhall.co.uk/

For those who really know their films. Showing obscure seasons, classics and special events. Mingle with the intelligentsia in the bar. 88 Lothian Road EH3 9BZ Mon-Sun:10.00am-09.00pm http://www.filmhousecinema.com/

Big shows, musicals opera and ballet. 13-29 Nicholson Street EH8 9FT Mon-Sat:11.00am-06.00pm http://www.edtheatres.com/festival