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Play BroadwayWorld's Sunday Crossword: November 1, 2026
Play this week's free BroadwayWorld Crossword, 17 answers drawn from an anniversary reunion, fresh casting news and the week's theatre headlines.
Scottish Folk Stars’ Musical Friendship Sparkles for Christmas Songbook
The much-loved Scottish Christmas Songbook will be putting musical friendships and collaboration centre stage this December as a cast of Scottish folk stars unite to spread a hearty dose of festive cheer.
Simon Brodkin to Bring UNLEASHED 72-Date Tour to UK and International Stages
Stand-up comedian Simon Brodkin, known for character work and the BBC series LEE NELSON'S WELL GOOD SHOW, launches his biggest solo stand-up tour yet with 72 international dates featuring crowdwork and commentary on modern Britain.
Photos: Inside Rehearsals for A CHRISTMAS CAROL at The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
You can now get a first look inside rehearsals for The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh's production of A Christmas Carol.
Photos: Alan Cumming and More in Rehearsal For MY FAIR LADY at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
All new rehearsal photos have been released for Pitlochry Festival Theatre's production of Lerner and Loewe’s musical My Fair Lady, featuring Alan Cumming.
Review: HEN NIGHT HORROR, Pavilion Theatre
Amanda’s dream wedding is just days away, but her hen night is already a disaster.
Imagine Theatre Reveals Scottish Panto Season Across Four Cities
Imagine Theatre will stage four pantomime productions across Scotland this festive season, featuring GOLDILOCKS AND THE THREE BONNIE BEARS, BEAUTY AND THE BEAST, BEAUTY AND THE BEASTIE, and CINDERELLA.
Review: THE CAR MAN, King's Theatre
The familiar 19th Century Spanish cigarette factory becomes a greasy 1950’s garage-diner in the American Mid-West where the dreams and passions of a small-town are shattered by the arrival of a handsome and enigmatic stranger.
Róisín Stack's NO WOMAN IS AN ISLAND to Play Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre in November
Róisín Stack will bring her solo show NO WOMAN IS AN ISLAND to Edinburgh's Traverse Theatre November 13–14, following sold-out runs in Galway and at Dublin Theatre Festival.
THE YOUNG TEAM Stage Adaptation to Premiere at Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2027
National Theatre of Scotland and Lyric Hammersmith Theatre will present the world premiere of The Young Team, a new stage adaptation of Graeme Armstrong's award-winning debut novel, in August 2027 at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
SCROOGE! CIRQUE EXTRAVAGANZA to Combine Dickens with Contemporary Circus
SCROOGE! CIRQUE EXTRAVAGANZA will bring Charles Dickens' A Christmas Carol to Bradford Live with West End performers and 16 international cirque artists, blending musical theatre with acrobatics and aerial performance.
Play BroadwayWorld's Sunday Crossword: October 25, 2026
Play this week's free BroadwayWorld Crossword: 17 answers on 11 Broadway names, two shows and three theatre terms.
Brighton Dome Unveils Christmas Programme Featuring Circa's SWAN LAKE and More
Brighton Dome will present dozens of holiday shows and events in December, including a circus reimagining of Swan Lake by Circa, the new musical Ceilidh the Musical, and classic Christmas concerts featuring orchestral accompaniment.
Ruaridh Mollica Named Patron of Edinburgh Theatre Charity Strange Town
The actor from Marvel's VISIONQUEST joins Strange Town as a patron as the Edinburgh-based theatre company and acting agency marks its 18th year serving young people aged 5-25.
Review: THE PRIME OF MISS JEAN BRODIE, Citizens Theatre
In an adaptation by David Harrower, which sharpens the knives of Spark’s extraordinary work, and with a cast lead by Gayle Rankin (GLOW, House of The Dragon), this visceral production looks head on at our enduring moral fascination with such a beguiling and dangerous character.
Rufus Norris to Direct World Premiere of Rona Munro's JAMES VI: FIRST AND LAST
Raw Material and Capital Theatres will present the final installment of THE JAMES PLAYS, featuring Rona Munro's script about King James VI and Rufus Norris's directorial debut in Scotland.
Review: THE SEVEN WITCHES OF TORRYBURN, Cottiers
In 17th Century Torryburn, as the Scottish Witch Trials reach a fevered peak, seven ordinary women are accused of the unthinkable.
THE FERRY, PRIVATE LIVES and More Set for Tron Theatre Spring 2027 Season
Tron Theatre will present new work by Linda McLean, a contemporary staging of Noël Coward's PRIVATE LIVES, and visiting productions from Groupwork and In Bed With My Brother.
Play BroadwayWorld's Sunday Crossword: October 18, 2026
Play this week's free BroadwayWorld Crossword, with 15 answers drawn from the week's theatre news.
I'LL SCRATCH YOURS to Showcase New Work at Citizens Theatre
Grassroots scratch night I'LL SCRATCH YOURS will present six emerging performances at Glasgow's Citizens Theatre, featuring unfinished new work from theatre to music and performance art.
MACBETH to Make Debut for New Theatre Company Foldout
Foldout, a new Glasgow-based theatre company founded by actor Oat Jenner, will present its inaugural production of MACBETH at Burns Street Studios, aiming to foster collaboration among artists.
Review: SYLVIA, Festival Theatre
Powerhouse talent Beverley Knight (Sister Act, The Drifters Girl, Memphis The Musical) will reprise her Olivier award winning role as Emmeline Pankhurst, alongside Naomi Katiyo (Hamilton, Just For One Day: The Live Aid Musical) as Sylvia Pankhurst.
MAGICFEST 2026 Will Come to Edinburgh This Christmas
The 17th Edinburgh International Magic Festival will feature performers including Kevin Quantum and Ben Hart in MAGICAL CHRISTMAS, alongside Vincent Gambini, Tricky Ricky, and Professor Richard Wiseman in theatre shows, intimate performances, and exhibitions.
THE SNAW QUEEN to Open for Tron Theatre Company's 40th Anniversary
Tron Theatre Company announced the full cast and creative team for THE SNAW QUEEN, a pantomime written and directed by Johnny McKnight, who also stars as Santa.
Review: TWO DOORS DOWN, OVO Hydro
Beloved Scottish sitcom takes to the OVO Hydro arena for their first ever live shows.
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Mark Thomas: 40 In Stand Up Years Traverse Theatre (12/11-12/11) |
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Here Come The Boys Bradford Live (6/09-6/09) |
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Ed Byrne: No Dramas Music Hall (2/10-2/10) |
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This City Summerhall (12/04-12/06) |
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THE SEVENTH SOUL Acting Coach Scotland (2/27-2/27) |
