Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from March 2026
Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community.
Scotland Theatre Newsroom
The latest theatre news from Scotland — show openings, casting announcements, reviews, and touring productions.
Review: LEGALLY BLONDE, King's Theatre
This ultimate feel-good rom-com, based on the award-winning film starring Reese Witherspoon, follows Elle Woods on her transformation from It Girl fashionista to legal ace at Harvard Law School, all in the name of love.
LES MISÉRABLES vs. NEWSIES: Final Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Movie Musical Bracket
Voting is now open for the final round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
Short Attention Span Theatre to Present Six New Plays at Ayr Gaiety
Short Attention Span Theatre will return to The Gaiety Theatre in Ayr this spring, with six world premiere plays spanning comedy, horror, and the supernatural, featuring a Carnegie-nominated author and award-winning directors.
BroadwayWorld Goes Even More Global: Now Available in 20 Languages
As New York City and the broader United States prepare to welcome the world for a historic stretch of global events — including FIFA World Cup 2026 and America's 250th Anniversary celebrations — BroadwayWorld is expanding its platform to meet that moment in a meaningful way.
24 HOUR MUSICAL Returns to Aberdeen Arts Centre to Support Save Campaign
Feed The Seagull Productions will return to Aberdeen Arts Centre on July 26, 2026, for a second 24 Hour Musical fundraiser supporting the Save Aberdeen Arts Centre campaign, following last year's sold-out event that raised £5,000.
Review: THE BODYGUARD - Frankfurt, Germany and on tour
The touring production of The Bodyguard arrives at a pivotal moment in its continental journey.
Review: OUTSKIRTS, Oran Mor
When Margaret enters a Glasgow gay bar for the very first time, she discovers a whole new world through the spiky bartender, chaotic kitchen porter, and a mysterious package waiting to be opened.
Review: WHAT I'M HERE FOR, Tron Theatre
What I’m Here For (Danish title Flora) is a co-production between internationally acclaimed companies Vanishing Point (Scotland) and Teater Katapult (Denmark).
Review: INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS at Theatre Royal Glasgow
Inspector Morse: House of Ghosts brings the iconic TV detective to the stage in a new original mystery.
Ewan McGregor, Sam Heughan and Alan Cumming Will Take Part in Fundraiser Events at Pitlochry Festival Theatre
Pitlochry Festival Theatre has announced that Ewan McGregor and Sam Heughan will be in conversation with Artistic Director Alan Cumming as part of a special series of events supporting the Theatre’s 75th Anniversary fundraising appeal.
Review: SAILMAKER, The Gaiety
First performed in 1982, Sailmaker is a set text for National 5 English.
MUSE: THE SHAKESPEARE MAYHEM MUSICAL to be Presented at Edinburgh Festival Fringe
xThe new musical comedy Muse! by Hanna Andréa (music and lyrics, co-writer), devised by students at Interlochen Arts Academy with Lisa Sanderson, will be presented as a featured production at the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Summerhall Arts Reveals 36 Shows of 2026 Festival Programme Including Xhloe & Natasha, Adam Riches, and More
Home of boundary-pushing performance at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, arts charity and year-round cultural hub Summerhall Arts has announced 36 more shows of the 2026 instalment of its renowned festival programme.
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre Will Return to Edinburgh Fringe With THE SHOCKING TRUTH ABOUT FLAT EARTH
Wolverhampton Grand Theatre announced a return to Edinburgh Fringe with THE SHOCKING TRUTH ABOUT FLAT EARTH, playing Pleasance Queen Dome August 5–30, with a prior run at Birmingham's Old Joint Stock July 29–August 1.
Gavin Mitchell Joins the Cast of SCROOGE THE MUSICAL at SEC Armadillo
Gavin Mitchell will now take on the ghostly role of Jacob Marley alongside music legend Marti Pellow as Scrooge in Scrooge the Musical this Christmas at Glasgow's SEC Armadillo.
More Than 1,700 Shows Added For Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
A second batch of shows for this year's Edinburgh Festival Fringe has been announced, bringing the current total number on sale for 2026 to 2,083.
GICF wraps record-breaking year with over 62,300 attendees
GICF once again showcased Glasgow as 'the funniest city in the world' with 19 days of outstanding comedy from performers from around the world
Aberdeen Arts Centre Seeks 'Untalented' Performers For Unique Fundraiser
Aberdeen Arts Centre is on the lookout for adventurous improvisers, actors and performers to take part in a unique fundraising event this summer.
Cast Set For Lynn Nottage’s SWEAT at Citizens Theatre and Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
The Citizens Theatre and Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh will present Lynn Nottage’s Pulitzer Prize-winning drama Sweat, directed by Joanna Bowman, opening in May.
Fifth Round Voting Open For BroadwayWorld's Best Movie Musical Of All Time Bracket
Voting is now open for the fifth round of BroadwayWorld's Annual Bracket! Which film is really the Best Movie Musical of all time? Our editors have selected the options, and now BroadwayWorld invites YOU to join us and our readers in deciding which movie musical deserves the title of The Ultimate Be
Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award winner announced as Amanda Dwyer
Amanda Dwyer becomes the fourth winner of GICF's only award, with the Festival working with the Big Yin to give out the trophy in his name, celebrating all that makes comedy and the city of Glasgow so entwined with Sir Billy Connolly.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre to stage the UK première of the musical CEILIDH at Pitlochry Town Hall
CEILIDH, which is part of Alan Cumming's inaugural season as Artistic Director in this the Theatre's 75th anniversary year, is a musical that invites you to step into one of Scotland's oldest and most beloved traditions – a gathering to share songs, stories and, most importantly, dancing!
Darren Brownlie Will Star in Andy McGregor's CROCODILE ROCK in Glasgow and Edinburgh This Summer
A Scottish musical comedy about a wee island, and a lad with big dreams will come to Glasgow and Edinburgh this summer, as Crocodile Rock makes a return to Scottish stages.
Gilded Balloon Reveals Bumper Programme Of New Shows Now On Sale For 2026 Edinburgh Fringe
Gilded Balloon will present a diverse lineup of 105 new shows, including comedy, theatre, and cabaret, now on sale for the 2026 Edinburgh Fringe, marking its largest offering to date.
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Antigone 1989: A Town Hall Musical Gilded Balloon Patter House (8/05-8/29) |
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Elvis in Chaos Lime Studio at Greenside @ George Street (8/07-8/15) |
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Patient 13 Zoo (Playground 2) (8/07-8/30) VIDEOS |
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The Borrowed Room Woody's (7/31-8/01) |
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Black Blues Brothers: Let's Twist Again! Underbelly (8/05-8/31) |
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Rollers Forever King's Theatre (10/27-10/31) |
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Reparations Pleasance Courtyard (Above) (8/05-8/30) |
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Giraffe Pleasance Courtyard (Cellar) (8/05-8/31) |
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Long Way Home Gilded Balloon (Snug) (8/05-8/31) |
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Count Arthur Strong - And Its Goodnight From Me! EICC (5/30-5/30) |