Howard Read Not sure whether he will be trotting up here with his pal Little Howard, but if you ask him nicely he might even draw something. The Stand, Edinburgh, Thu 7-Sat 9 Dec. More details for Thursday, Friday and Saturday. Have a look at some of his animation

Bumper Value Comedy The festive spirit is in full swing here with Janey Godley and Bill Dewar in tow as Alan Anderson competes proceedings. Blackfriars, Glasgow, Sat 9 Dec. More details

Reverend Obadiah Steppenwolfe III It’s coming up to Christmas so it must be time for us to be touched by God. Or one of his representatives on this unholy earth anyway. The Stand, Edinburgh, Thu 14 Dec. More details