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24 HOUR MUSICAL Returns to Aberdeen Arts Centre to Support Save Campaign

24 HOUR MUSICAL Returns to Aberdeen Arts Centre to Support Save Campaign

by BWW News Desk — April 6, 2026
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: OUTSKIRTS, Oran Mor

Review: OUTSKIRTS, Oran Mor

by Natalie O'Donoghue — April 5, 2026
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

Review: WHAT I'M HERE FOR, Tron Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — April 2, 2026
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

Review: INSPECTOR MORSE: HOUSE OF GHOSTS at Theatre Royal Glasgow

by Mary Baillie — April 2, 2026
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 Pi

Ewan McGregor, Sam Heughan and Alan Cumming Will Take Part in Fundraiser Events at Pitlochry Festival Theatre

by BWW News Desk — April 2, 2026
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

Review: SAILMAKER, The Gaiety

by Natalie O'Donoghue — April 1, 2026
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

MUSE: THE SHAKESPEARE MAYHEM MUSICAL to be Presented at Edinburgh Festival Fringe

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
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

Summerhall Arts Reveals 36 Shows of 2026 Festival Programme Including Xhloe & Natasha, Adam Riches, and More

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
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 A

Wolverhampton Grand Theatre Will Return to Edinburgh Fringe With THE SHOCKING TRUTH ABOUT FLAT EARTH

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
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 Joins the Cast of SCROOGE THE MUSICAL at SEC Armadillo

by BWW News Desk — April 1, 2026
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

More Than 1,700 Shows Added For Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 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 wraps record-breaking year with over 62,300 attendees

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 31, 2026
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 Seeks 'Untalented' Performers For Unique Fundraiser

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2026
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 Edin

Cast Set For Lynn Nottage’s SWEAT at Citizens Theatre and Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh

by BWW News Desk — March 31, 2026
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.
Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award winner announced as Amanda Dwyer

Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award winner announced as Amanda Dwyer

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 30, 2026
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

Pitlochry Festival Theatre to stage the UK première of the musical CEILIDH

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 30, 2026
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

Darren Brownlie Will Star in Andy McGregor's CROCODILE ROCK in Glasgow and Edinburgh This Summer

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
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 F

Gilded Balloon Reveals Bumper Programme Of New Shows Now On Sale For 2026 Edinburgh Fringe

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
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.
THE GUILTY FEMINIST, RICH HALL & SLAY Among Shows Set For Gilded Balloon 2026 Edinbur

THE GUILTY FEMINIST, RICH HALL & SLAY Among Shows Set For Gilded Balloon 2026 Edinburgh Fringe Programme

by BWW News Desk — March 30, 2026
Gilded Balloon has announced 105 new shows for the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe, including The Guilty Feminist, Late’n’Live, and SLAY.
Review: MEDEA, Tron Theatre

Review: MEDEA, Tron Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 29, 2026
Everyone knows how Jason won the Golden Fleece - everyone knows how he became a hero for all time - and everyone knows the part his wife, Medea, played in creating his legend - don't they?
Review: FLIGHT, Citizens Theatre

Review: FLIGHT, Citizens Theatre

by Mary Baillie — March 29, 2026
Vox Motus challenge theatrical conventions in their groundbreaking international hit Flight showcasing at the Citizens in Glasgow until the 7th of April.
Review: SUSIE MCCABE: COMING OF RAGE, King's Theatre

Review: SUSIE MCCABE: COMING OF RAGE, King's Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 28, 2026
McCabe is back and she has more to say than ever.
Review: FLORA, Pavilion Theatre

Review: FLORA, Pavilion Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 27, 2026
In this new musical about one of Scotland's most famous daughters, Flora is a reluctant heroine caught up in the power games of the men around her, as she braves imprisonment, fame, famine, migration and war in her lifelong struggle to keep her family safe.
Assembly Festival Adds Stamptown, Jack Dee, and More

Assembly Festival Adds Stamptown, Jack Dee, and More

by BWW News Desk — March 27, 2026
Assembly Festival has announced its next batch of shows for the Edinburgh Festival Fringe with huge names from theatre, comedy, music, dance and more heading to Scotland’s capital this August.
Review: AMÉLIE at New Athenaeum Theatre

Review: AMÉLIE at New Athenaeum Theatre

by Mary Baillie — March 26, 2026
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland embraces playfulness in this quirky production of Amélie based on the 2001 French film by Jean-Pierre Jeunet.

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