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Eve Nicol Named Trainee Artistic Director at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026
Eve Nicol has been appointed to the newly created Trainee Artistic Director post at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, chosen from more than 120 applicants for the two-year position.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 30, 2026
Eve Nicol has been appointed to the newly created Trainee Artistic Director post at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh, chosen from more than 120 applicants for the two-year position.
Siobhán Redmond and Forbes Masson Will Lead HAPPY DAYS at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026
Siobhán Redmond and Forbes Masson will lead a production of Samuel Beckett's Happy Days at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, part of Alan Cumming's inaugural season as artistic director.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 28, 2026
Siobhán Redmond and Forbes Masson will lead a production of Samuel Beckett's Happy Days at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, part of Alan Cumming's inaugural season as artistic director.
Simon Russell Beale and Fra Fee Will Lead I'LL BE SEEING YOU, Directed by Alan Cumming
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
Simon Russell Beale, Fra Fee, and playwright Martin Sherman — making his stage acting debut — will star in the world premiere of I'LL BE SEEING YOU, directed by Alan Cumming and Ben Occhipinti at Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 23, 2026
Simon Russell Beale, Fra Fee, and playwright Martin Sherman — making his stage acting debut — will star in the world premiere of I'LL BE SEEING YOU, directed by Alan Cumming and Ben Occhipinti at Pitlochry Festival Theatre.
Cast Set For THE FARMER'S WIFE at Theatre by the Lake
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2026
Theatre by the Lake announced the cast for THE FARMER'S WIFE, based on Helen Rebanks' best-selling memoir. Coronation Street's Roberta Kerr stars alongside Christine Entwisle and Eireann Devlin in Hannah Khalil's play.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 16, 2026
Theatre by the Lake announced the cast for THE FARMER'S WIFE, based on Helen Rebanks' best-selling memoir. Coronation Street's Roberta Kerr stars alongside Christine Entwisle and Eireann Devlin in Hannah Khalil's play.
COME TO WHERE I AM to Make Shedinburgh Debut with Paines Plough
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
Paines Plough announced the lineup for COME TO WHERE I AM, a new writing showcase at Shedinburgh during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, featuring monologues by Uma Nada-Rajah, Hannah Lavery, and Linda McLean.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 15, 2026
Paines Plough announced the lineup for COME TO WHERE I AM, a new writing showcase at Shedinburgh during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, featuring monologues by Uma Nada-Rajah, Hannah Lavery, and Linda McLean.
THROUGH THE SHORTBREAD TIN to Tour Historic Scottish Venues After Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2026
National Theatre of Scotland's THROUGH THE SHORTBREAD TIN will tour Glasgow Cathedral, Stirling Castle, and Urquhart Castle following an Edinburgh Festival Fringe run, with Gaelic singers joining writer-performer Martin O'Connor.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 10, 2026
National Theatre of Scotland's THROUGH THE SHORTBREAD TIN will tour Glasgow Cathedral, Stirling Castle, and Urquhart Castle following an Edinburgh Festival Fringe run, with Gaelic singers joining writer-performer Martin O'Connor.
CEILIDH A NEW MUSICAL Will Transfer to London and UK Tour
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026
The new Scottish musical CEILIDH will transform Shoreditch Town Hall, followed by a UK tour, taking this new work to High Wycombe Town Hall, Eastbourne Winter Gardens, Guildford G Live, Fareham Live and Bradford Live, with more to be announced.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 9, 2026
The new Scottish musical CEILIDH will transform Shoreditch Town Hall, followed by a UK tour, taking this new work to High Wycombe Town Hall, Eastbourne Winter Gardens, Guildford G Live, Fareham Live and Bradford Live, with more to be announced.
OVERTONE to Make World Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe With River City Stars
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2026
Scottish actors Claire Dargo and Scott Fletcher, known for their roles in River City, will reunite for the world premiere of OVERTONE at the Edinburgh Fringe, marking their first stage work since leaving the show.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 6, 2026
Scottish actors Claire Dargo and Scott Fletcher, known for their roles in River City, will reunite for the world premiere of OVERTONE at the Edinburgh Fringe, marking their first stage work since leaving the show.
Poet and Composer’s Striking Collaboration to Tour Scotland
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jul 3, 2026
A breathtaking collaboration between acclaimed poet Len Pennie and BAFTA-winning composer Paul Leonard-Morgan is set to tour venues across Scotland this summer for the first time, celebrating the release of their new album, Delusions.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jul 3, 2026
A breathtaking collaboration between acclaimed poet Len Pennie and BAFTA-winning composer Paul Leonard-Morgan is set to tour venues across Scotland this summer for the first time, celebrating the release of their new album, Delusions.
Sophie Okonedo Will Lead A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026
Sophie Okonedo will lead the cast of A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse, directed by Lyndsey Turner. The production is Brian Friel's reworking of Turgenev's classic play.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026
Sophie Okonedo will lead the cast of A MONTH IN THE COUNTRY at the Donmar Warehouse, directed by Lyndsey Turner. The production is Brian Friel's reworking of Turgenev's classic play.
OTHELLO With Sharon D Clarke and More Join The RSC's 2026-27 Season
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026
The RSC announced new productions for its 2026-27 season, including Sharon D Clarke in OTHELLO, a world premiere by Stewart Pringle, and a touring MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR visiting regional theatres across England.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 1, 2026
The RSC announced new productions for its 2026-27 season, including Sharon D Clarke in OTHELLO, a world premiere by Stewart Pringle, and a touring MERRY WIVES OF WINDSOR visiting regional theatres across England.
Citizens Theatre Announce First Director of Producing
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 28, 2026
The Citizens Theatre is delighted to announce that Callum Smith will be joining the company as its first Director of Producing. Callum is currently Director of Producing at the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. He will join the Citz in September.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - Jun 28, 2026
The Citizens Theatre is delighted to announce that Callum Smith will be joining the company as its first Director of Producing. Callum is currently Director of Producing at the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh. He will join the Citz in September.
Cast Set For MAYFLIES at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026
Marking the 30th anniversary of Grid Iron, Mayflies will be staged at the Brown's of Leith, a former metal works. Learn more about the production and the cast here.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026
Marking the 30th anniversary of Grid Iron, Mayflies will be staged at the Brown's of Leith, a former metal works. Learn more about the production and the cast here.
WIPING MY MOTHER'S ARSE to Make First Revival in 25 Years at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026
Iain Heggie's Fringe First-winning play WIPING MY MOTHER'S ARSE is set for its first revival in 25 years at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, with a cast including Johnny McKnight, Anne Kidd, Lisa Livingstone, and David Rankine.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 25, 2026
Iain Heggie's Fringe First-winning play WIPING MY MOTHER'S ARSE is set for its first revival in 25 years at Pitlochry Festival Theatre, with a cast including Johnny McKnight, Anne Kidd, Lisa Livingstone, and David Rankine.
2026 Critics’ Awards Winners Announced For Theatre In Scotland
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 22, 2026
The 2026 Critics’ Awards for Theatre in Scotland, which were presented at the Citizens Theatre, Glasgow celebrated the breadth and depth of dramatic work produced in Scotland with no fewer than 10 different productions being recognised across the 11 different award categories this year.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Jun 22, 2026
The 2026 Critics’ Awards for Theatre in Scotland, which were presented at the Citizens Theatre, Glasgow celebrated the breadth and depth of dramatic work produced in Scotland with no fewer than 10 different productions being recognised across the 11 different award categories this year.
PROPHETS Will Come to Edinburgh Fringe
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026
Written by Fringe First winning playwright Jack MacGregor, directed by John Byrne Award recipient Fraser Scott, and produced by NTS Producing Fellow Leah Byrne; Prophets will premiere at Assembly Roxy.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 11, 2026
Written by Fringe First winning playwright Jack MacGregor, directed by John Byrne Award recipient Fraser Scott, and produced by NTS Producing Fellow Leah Byrne; Prophets will premiere at Assembly Roxy.
Theater Resources Unlimited to Host Zoom Panel on Edinburgh Fringe Festival
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will present a free Community Gathering on navigating the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, featuring a critic, publicist, and solo performer who debuted at the festival last year.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 4, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will present a free Community Gathering on navigating the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, featuring a critic, publicist, and solo performer who debuted at the festival last year.
Creative Team Revealed For CINDERELLA: A Fairytale at Bristol Old Vic
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026
Bristol Old Vic announced the creative team for its Christmas production of CINDERELLA: A FAIRYTALE, the Olivier Award-nominated adaptation returning to its hometown. Director Lisa Gregan leads the team for the brand-new staging.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026
Bristol Old Vic announced the creative team for its Christmas production of CINDERELLA: A FAIRYTALE, the Olivier Award-nominated adaptation returning to its hometown. Director Lisa Gregan leads the team for the brand-new staging.
SLAYERS to Make World Premiere at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
RUPTURE theatre company will present the world premiere of SLAYERS, a one-woman play by Corinne Salisbury examining the manosphere's effects on women, at Assembly George Square Studios during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 3, 2026
RUPTURE theatre company will present the world premiere of SLAYERS, a one-woman play by Corinne Salisbury examining the manosphere's effects on women, at Assembly George Square Studios during the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Two UK Premieres And More Set for Kiln Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Kiln Theatre announced its upcoming season, featuring the UK premieres of TABLE 17 and BERLIN, a new production of NINE NIGHT directed by Artistic Director Amit Sharma, and a community production with 80 cast members.
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