Review: The Pictish Trail, Mackintosh ChurchFebruary 3, 2025Throughout his career, Johnny Lynch (aka Pictish Trail) has furrowed his own path. The Isle-of-Eigg dwelling electro-acoustic psych-pop artist has created a unique back catalogue of recordings and performances, while refraining from the blueprint of the predictable singer-songwriter.
Review: THE BLUEBELLS, Glasgow BarrowlandFebruary 2, 2025After disbanding in 1986, members pursued solo projects until reuniting for a series of performances. In 2023, they released their new album The Bluebells In The 21st Century following the re-release of Sisters. For this show, original members Ken, David, and Bobby will be joined by Campbell Owens (Aztec Camera), Mick Slaven (Del Amitri), and Douglas MacIntyre (Love and Money).
Celtic Connections 2025 Closes on a High NoteFebruary 3, 2025After disbanding in 1986, members pursued solo projects until reuniting for a series of performances. In 2023, they released their new album The Bluebells In The 21st Century following the re-release of Sisters. For this show, original members Ken, David, and Bobby will be joined by Campbell Owens (Aztec Camera), Mick Slaven (Del Amitri), and Douglas MacIntyre (Love and Money).
Review: ROAMING ROOTS REVUE, Glasgow Royal Concert HallJanuary 27, 2025Following the huge two night sell-out success of 2024’s Songs Of Modern Scotland, Roaming Roots Revue returns to recreate some legendary moments from some of Britain’s most iconic songwriters and bands ever.
Review: MARY POPPINS, Festival TheatreJanuary 27, 2025Based on the stories of P.L. Travers and the Walt Disney film, the story of the World’s favourite nanny arriving on Cherry Tree Lane is even more magical than ever before featuring dazzling choreography, incredible effects and unforgettable songs.
Review: PEAT & DIESEL, Emirates ArenaJanuary 24, 2025Hailing from Stornoway, this trio—Innes, Uilly, and Boydie—began playing tunes for their pets in a humble home jam session, only to create something entirely unique. Their lyrics may not make sense to the average listener, but that's the charm of Peat & Diesel—relatable only to those of a 'special breed.'
Review: GRETCHEN PETERS, Barony HallJanuary 18, 2025Inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2014 by singer-songwriter Rodney Crowell, who called her 'both a songwriter and a poet (who) sings as beautifully as she writes,” Peters has accumulated accolades as a songwriter for artists as diverse as Etta James, Bonnie Raitt, The Neville Brothers, Patty Loveless, George Strait, Bryan Adams and Faith Hill.
Review: CELTIC CONNECTIONS OPENING NIGHT, Glasgow Royal Concert HallJanuary 17, 2025The festival’s iconic annual Opening Concert is set to live up to expectations with an epic marking of Glasgow 850, heralding the start of the city’s year-long 850th birthday celebration. ‘Let Glasgow Flourish’ is the motto on the city’s coat of arms, and this unique concert will pay tribute to the city’s rich artistic heritage and flourishing future through a special night of surprises incorporating music, spoken-word, dance and film.
Review: CHRISTMAS BY CANDLELIGHT, 18 CandleriggsDecember 19, 2024Christmas 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 RoyalDecember 19, 2024Scottish 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: PINOCCHIO, LanternhouseDecember 14, 2024All 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 TheatreDecember 14, 2024Life 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 CentreDecember 13, 2024p 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.
Review: RUMPELSTILTSKIN, PlatformDecember 10, 2024Rumpelstiltskin 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.
Review: SLEEPING BEAUTY, Adam Smith TheatreDecember 7, 2024The 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 GaietyDecember 7, 2024With 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.
Review: JACK AND THE BEANSTALK, Eastwood Park TheatreDecember 5, 2024Get 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.