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Review: CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, 18 Candleriggs
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 19, 2024


Christmas by Candlelight is a two night festive extravaganza staged by JM Theatricals at 18 Candleriggs. Led by John McGlone, a cast of professional singers and an ensemble choir perform Christmas classics in the cosy setting of 18 Candleriggs. 

Review: THE NUTCRACKER, Theatre Royal
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 19, 2024


Scottish Ballet’s The Nutcracker brings light and joy to winter for audiences of all ages. Enjoy a visual feast as we take you and your family on a fantastical adventure. With live music played by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra, this ever-popular ballet is the perfect festive treat.

Review: TROUBLE IN SPIRITLAND, Traverse Theatre
by Mary Baillie - December 19, 2024


Author Paul Tinto performed his original work 'Trouble in Spiritland' as a work-in-progress show at the Traverse this week. Adapted from the mythic epic poem of the same name, Tinto's theatrical spoken-word presentation delves into difficult themes including the wealth divide, capitalist corruption, the attainment gap and questions of morality.

Critics' Choice: Aliya Al-Hassan's Women of the Year 2024
by Aliya Al-Hassan - December 19, 2024


Who run the world? Well in 2024, the women certainly showed what they could do.

SMALL ACTS OF LOVE Will Reopen The Citizens Theatre in 2025
by Stephi Wild - December 18, 2024


The Citizens Theatre has announced Small Acts of Love as the show which will reopen the theatre in 2025. Learn more about this upcoming production and find out how to get tickets here!

Kevin Quantum Returns at Dunfermline’s Carnegie Hall
by Stephi Wild - December 17, 2024


Now known worldwide as Kevin Quantum, the master illusionist is presenting a special Christmas show at Dunfermline’s Carnegie Hall this December. Learn more here!

Review: PINOCCHIO, Lanternhouse
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 14, 2024


All Pinocchio has ever wanted is to be a real boy. But hold on…if he wants things, surely that means he has thoughts and feelings. And if he has thoughts and feelings, then doesn’t that mean he has a brain and a heart? And if he has all that, doesn’t that make him a real boy already?

Review: BEAUTY AND THE BEASTIE, Pavilion Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 14, 2024


Life in Cludgie on the Cobbles is quiet and peaceful. Belle passes her days helping her mother, Professor Porridge and their neighbours Dame Dolly Drumchapel and her son, Hector.

Review: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK, Beacon Arts Centre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 13, 2024


p his castle in the clouds, Giant Greedyguts plans to destroy the pantomime kingdom of Inverstrone if Dame Trot doesn’t give him her precious cow, Moomoo, for his lunch. This is just the adventure that Dame Trot’s daredevil daughter, Jack, has been waiting for.

Dundee Rep Theatre Announces New Collaboration With Dundee Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - December 11, 2024


Dundee audiences can look forward to a showcase of Scottish creative talent and exciting local performances in the new year as Dundee Rep Theatre kicks off 2025 with a celebration of Scottish work presented in collaboration with Dundee Fringe.

Review: RUMPELSTILTSKIN, Platform
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 10, 2024


Rumpelstiltskin has never fitted in. Is he a Troll? A Goblin? A Stinky Bog Monster? No one really knows! But he’s excited to head out into the world and start making friends.

Latest Standings Announced For The 2024 BWW UK / West End Awards
by BWW Awards - December 10, 2024


Don't miss your chance to vote for the 2024 BroadwayWorld UK / West End Awards! Voting ends on 12/31 at midnight. Don't miss out on making sure that your favourite theatres, stars, and shows get the recognition they deserve!

Review: THE SOUND OF MUSIC, Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 09, 2024


The Sound of Music is the Pitlochry Festival Theatre's winter show and the final show to be directed by Elizabeth Newman in her role as artistic director of the theatre. 

Review: A CHRISTMAS CAROL, Chandler Studio Theatre
by Mary Baillie - December 09, 2024


The Royal Conservatoire’s ‘Performance in British Sign Language (BSL) and English' students presented a beautiful silent adaptation of Dickens classic 'A Christmas Carol' last week. Combining both BSL and English, this performance ensured accessibility and enjoyment for both hearing and hearing-impaired audiences.

Review: SHE LOVES ME, New Athenaeum Theatre
by Mary Baillie - December 09, 2024


The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's musical theatre students showed off their talent in 1930s musical She Loves Me last week. Set in a Budapest perfumery, the piece follows feuding coworkers Georg (Nathan Muwowo) and Amelia (Ailsa Graham) who are unknowingly anonymous penpals, falling in love through their letters. As their romantic correspondence and work conflicts intersect, secrets are revealed catalysing a heartfelt ending. It's giving a slightly adapted You Got Mail. 

Review: SLEEPING BEAUTY, Adam Smith Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 07, 2024


The wait is over, Sleeping Beauty is now on! Bring your family and friends to experience the magic, laughter and heart-warming charm of this year’s must-see panto. With Christmas just around the corner, there’s no better way to get into the festive spirit!

Review: MOTHER GOOSE, Ayr Gaiety
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 07, 2024


With an original script written by Fraser Boyle and Ken Alexander, Ayr Gaiety pantomime isn't one of the flashy 'copy and paste' pantomimes that are staged up and down the country. The Gaiety is also working with the support of Solar Bear and is the first hearing-led Scottish panto to feature D/deaf actors.

Guest Blog: Mark Curry on His Podcast, BACKSTAGE CURRY
by Guest Author - December 06, 2024


The Apollo Victoria Theatre is a theatre that has hosted Wicked since 2006, and a theatre I know all too well having played The Wizard during the UK’s 10th anniversary in 2016 and returned in 2023. On this second return I discovered podcasts. The 1 hour 20-minute wait before my first entrance was made easier by listening, and this inspired me to create a series of my own.

Review: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK, Eastwood Park Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 05, 2024


Get ready to roar with laughter and cheer our hero Jack on his magical journey to Cloudland as he battles to save his best friend Daisy the Cow! As always there’ll be spectacular scenery, dazzling costumes, amazing special effects and lots of audience participation.

Beth Malcolm Will Perform Residency at Perth Theatre
by Stephi Wild - December 05, 2024


Perth’s own folk sensation Beth Malcolm is getting set to perform her forthcoming new album to hometown audiences across two nights at Perth Theatre this January.

Manipulate Festival Reveals Programme For 18th Edition
by Stephi Wild - December 04, 2024


Manipulate Arts – Scotland's home for animation, puppetry and visual theatre - will see the 18th edition of the Manipulate Festival run across a bespoke four day programme.

Alan Cumming and Paula Hawkins Join Val McDermid and Nicola Sturgeon For Festive Book Event
by Blair Ingenthron - December 02, 2024


Edinburgh's Christmas has announced multi-award winning actor Alan Cumming and author of bestselling book The Girl on the Train Paula Hawkins will join book lovers Val McDermid and Nicola Sturgeon for a special festive edition of their in-conversation event, In The Company of Books.

Review: SNOW WHITE, Macrobert Arts Centre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 02, 2024


Oh dear. Things aren’t going too well down in Stirling Stella. The Baroness Fantasia De’Wharff needs a nanny to control her seven unruly step-children particularly, the rather wild Snow White. Step forward Nanny Maria Shut-Yon-Trapp who wants to fill the pantosphere with her own Sound Of Music.

Review: ALADDIN, Paisley Arts Centre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 01, 2024


This Christmas, PACE Theatre Company is delighted to announce its annual pantomime will be a new version of Aladdin; a re-imagining of the classic tale with a distinctly Scottish flavour. A seasonal treat for adults and children alike, Aladdin will run from Wednesday 27 November 24 – Sunday 5 January 25 in the newly refurbished Paisley Arts Centre.

Review: WEANS IN THE WOOD(LANDS), Oran Mor
by Natalie O'Donoghue - November 30, 2024


Join us again at Oran Mor for another hysterical, subversive Christmas panto full of laughs, boos and, of course, a pie! The Oran Mor winter panto takes the timeslot of A Play, A Pie and A Pint from late November through to January.


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