Macy Gray, Birdsong and Glesga Hoosewives 10 great things to do this week

Our top 10 list of great things to do and see this week.

Real Hoosewives Fae Glesga Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow, until Saturday

You’ve met the Housewives of Beverly Hills and New York Citynow it’s Glasgow’s turn.

Barbara from Bearsden is the envy of her pals she’s fit, fab and rich. All that’s missing is fame.

When she finds out an American TV producer is coming to town to find the Real Hoosewives Fae Glesga, she’s on the case.

Barbara rounds up her pals to audition, but soon the claws are out.

Featuring songs like Girls Just Wanna Have Fun and Sisters Are Doing It For Themselves, it promises a night of fun musical theatre.

10cc Perth Concert Hall, Wednesday

With 11 Top 10 hits including 3 No. 1s and 15 million album sales, 10cc are among the most influential UK bands of all time.

The four-piece English rock group are one of the very few acts to have achieved commercial, critical and creative success in equal measure, with their current live incarnation still able to sell-out major concert halls.

They’ll be playing some of their biggest hits, including Rubber Bullets, I’m Not In Love and Dreadlock Holiday.

Swan Lake: Siberia State Ballet Edinburgh Playhouse, Thurs, Fri, Sat

The greatest romantic ballet of all time is brought to life by Tchaikovsky’s haunting, unforgettable score.

From the impressive splendour of the Palace ballroom to the moon-lit lake where swans glide in perfect formation, this compelling tale of tragic romance has it all.

For 11 successive years, this famous ballet troupe has toured the UK, becoming unique cultural ambassadors, and you’re sure to see why the dance troupe has won the hearts of the British nation with these stunning performances.

Birdsong His Majesty’s Theatre, Aberdeen, Tues-Sat

Marking the 100th anniversary of the start of the First World War, Birdsong is the critically-acclaimed stage show based on the world famous novel by Sebastian Faulks.

In pre-war France, a young Englishman Stephen Wraysford embarks on a passionate and dangerous affair with the beautiful Isabelle Azaire that turns their world upside down.

As war breaks out over the idyll of his former life, Stephen must lead his men through the carnage of the Somme and through the sprawling tunnels that lie deep underground.

Macy Gray O2 ABC Glasgow, Sunday

American R&B singer Macy stops off in Glasgow as part of her 2015 tour.

The gifted songwriter, who grew up with her parents’ record collection including James Brown, Marvin Gaye and Stevie Wonder, has been wowing fans since her debut in 1999.

In the 15 years since then, Macy, who later developed a taste for rock, has won multiple Grammies and MTV awards, sold over 25 million albums and enjoyed a thriving acting career.

Her raspy voice is certainly set to bring some soul to Glasgow fans.

An Evening With Noel Fielding Music Hall, Aberdeen, Monday

The first solo live performance from the star of The Mighty Boosh and Noel Fielding’s Luxury Comedy stops off in Scotland for a few nights of his 23-date tour.

The audience can expect a mix of Noel’s unique brand of stand-up, live animation, music and many of Noel’s best-known TV characters.

A guaranteed night of laughter from the Never Mind The Buzzcocks team captain who’s going back to his live comedy roots, which kick-started his TV career many years ago.

Money For Nothing: Dire Straits Tribute The Ironworks, Inverness, Saturday

This tribute act are a must for any fan of the band, and a close second to the real thing.

The show, which has toured the world, celebrates the Sultans of Swing, who sold more than 120 million albums worldwide. Dire Straits also won numerous awards, including three Brits, four Grammys and two MTV Awards.

The energy and excellence of musicality in Money For Nothing’s performance is why they’ve proved a huge hit with audiences across the globe.

The Philadelphia Story Glasgow Film Theatre, Friday until Monday

Possibly re-released to act as a counter-balance to Fifty Shades Of Grey, this classic romantic comedy boasts marvellous performances from its leading protagonists, all of whom won or were nominated for Oscars.

Having divorced her millionaire husband (Cary Grant), Tracy Lord (Katharine Hepburn) is about to wed dull, dependable George.

However, any hopes of privacy at the wedding of the year are dashed by the arrival of her reluctant ex and two journalists (James Stewart and Ruth Hussey) scenting a scoop.

Love Is Strange At cinemas from Friday

After 39 years together, Ben and George take advantage of New York’s new same-sex marriage laws and tie the knot.

On returning from their honeymoon, however, and on account of their vows, George gets fired from his longtime job as a choir director for a co-ed Catholic school.

Suddenly, struggling to meet the rent on their apartment, the newlywed couple find their relationship facing its biggest test as they are forced to live apart.

Alfred Molina and John Lithgow star in Ira Sachs’ keenly observed, modern romantic drama.

Anton and Erin: That’s Entertainment Dundee Caird Hall on February 19, Edinburgh Usher Hall on February 21 and Glasgow Royal Concert Hall on February 22