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Review: THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION, Theatre Royal

Review: THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION, Theatre Royal

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 25, 2026
Despite protests of his innocence, Andy Dufresne is handed a double life sentence for the brutal murders of his wife and her lover.
John Barrowman Brings MY LIFE IN MUSICALS To Glasgow Pavilion

John Barrowman Brings MY LIFE IN MUSICALS To Glasgow Pavilion

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 25, 2026
From the wings of the West End to the bright lights of Broadway, John Barrowman has spent more than three decades commanding stages and screens with irresistible charm and show-stopping vocals.
Review: SUE PERKINS: THE ETERNAL SHAME OF SUE PERKINS, King's Theatre

Review: SUE PERKINS: THE ETERNAL SHAME OF SUE PERKINS, King's Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 22, 2026
You may know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue, Just A Minute Sue, or the Sue that gives you travel envy – but stand-up Sue is full of surprises.
Review: KIM BLYTHE: COWBOY, Citizens Theatre

Review: KIM BLYTHE: COWBOY, Citizens Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 22, 2026
Kim Blythe is a cowboy – not the rugged, western kind but more like a questionable tradesman.
THE MEEPLES XXX Set For Edinburgh Fringe With Puppet Cabaret From The Artists’ Work

THE MEEPLES XXX Set For Edinburgh Fringe With Puppet Cabaret From The Artists’ Workshop

by BWW News Desk — March 20, 2026
THE MEEPLES XXX, a puppet cabaret by The Artists’ Workshop, will play the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
BOTTOM’S DREAM Set For Edinburgh Fringe With Immersive Take On A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’

BOTTOM’S DREAM Set For Edinburgh Fringe With Immersive Take On A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM

by BWW News Desk — March 20, 2026
BOTTOM’S DREAM, an immersive musical adaptation of A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM, will play the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
An American Comedy Show THAT QUITE POSSIBLY MIGHT BE FUNNY To The British Set For Edi

An American Comedy Show THAT QUITE POSSIBLY MIGHT BE FUNNY To The British Set For Edinburgh Fringe

by BWW News Desk — March 20, 2026
Brendon Lemon will present AN AMERICAN COMEDY SHOW THAT QUITE POSSIBLY MIGHT BE FUNNY TO THE BRITISH at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
HOWIE THE ROOKIE Set for April Debut at The Cockpit

HOWIE THE ROOKIE Set for April Debut at The Cockpit

by BWW News Desk — March 20, 2026
The Cockpit will present the acclaimed Irish play HOWIE THE ROOKIE, starting April 24.
Review: MHAIRI BLACK: DIFFICULT SECOND ALBUM, Citizens Theatre

Review: MHAIRI BLACK: DIFFICULT SECOND ALBUM, Citizens Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 20, 2026
Following her sold-out Fringe run and a smash-hit tour, MP-turned-comedian Mhairi Black returns with her Difficult Second Album.
Review: SCOTS, Pavilion Theatre

Review: SCOTS, Pavilion Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 19, 2026
The musical history lesson no-one asked for but everyone needs! SCOTS is the story ofScotland.
Short Attention Span Theatre to Showcase New Plays in Edinburgh

Short Attention Span Theatre to Showcase New Plays in Edinburgh

by BWW News Desk — March 18, 2026
Short Attention Span Theatre will present an evening of six new short plays at the Gilded Saloon in Edinburgh on April 1, 2026.
ULYSSES OF SCRANTON to Have UK Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe 2026

ULYSSES OF SCRANTON to Have UK Premiere at Edinburgh Fringe 2026

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
Scranton Fringe, in collaboration with New Vintage Ensemble, has announced the UK premiere of Ulysses of Scranton at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026 in Scotland.

WIESENTHAL To Play Wilton’s Music Hall This September

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
WIESENTHAL, the solo play by Tom Dugan, will run at Wilton’s Music Hall in London this September.
Review: JOY, Oran Mor

Review: JOY, Oran Mor

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 17, 2026
Joy, a self-identified spinster librarian, is sad most of the time.
Lung Ha Theatre Company and Curious Seed to Debut THE TABLE in Collaboration with Lyr

Lung Ha Theatre Company and Curious Seed to Debut THE TABLE in Collaboration with Lyra

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
Building upon the acclaimed 2019 collaboration We Are All Just Little Creatures, Curious Seed and Lung Ha Theatre Company (in association with Lyra) join forces again to present The Table, a devised physical theatre performance.
Aberdeen Magical Society Celebrates Centenary With Fundraising Shows For Save Aberdee

Aberdeen Magical Society Celebrates Centenary With Fundraising Shows For Save Aberdeen Arts Centre Campaign

by BWW News Desk — March 17, 2026
The Aberdeen Magical Society will present '100 Years of Magic' on September 4-5, 2026, at the Aberdeen Arts Centre, celebrating a century of magical entertainment.
Sir Billy Connolly Award Shortlist Announced in GICF's Opening Days

Sir Billy Connolly Award Shortlist Announced in GICF's Opening Days

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 13, 2026
This year's winner will join previous recipients Janey Godley (2023), Susie McCabe (2024) and Rosco McClelland (2025).
Review: THE TRIALS, Tron Theatre

Review: THE TRIALS, Tron Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 13, 2026
The not-too-distant future.
Programme Revealed For The Return Of Rep Stripped Festival

Programme Revealed For The Return Of Rep Stripped Festival

by BWW News Desk — March 13, 2026
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have announced the full performance programme for their multi-genre festival of new works, Rep Stripped Festival, which returns for its third edition.
Connor Burns’ GALLUS to Livestream from King’s Theatre Glasgow

Connor Burns’ GALLUS to Livestream from King’s Theatre Glasgow

by BWW News Desk — March 12, 2026
Connor Burns, a rising star in Scottish comedy, will present his full-length comedy special, GALLUS, in a live stream from Glasgow's King's Theatre.
Review: ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL, Royal Lyceum Edinburgh

Review: ONE DAY: THE MUSICAL, Royal Lyceum Edinburgh

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 12, 2026
Emma walks into Dexter's life on the night of their graduation.
Lead Cast Announced For ONCE At Pitlochry Festival Theatre

Lead Cast Announced For ONCE At Pitlochry Festival Theatre

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 12, 2026
Directed by John Tiffany (Harry Potter and the Cursed Child, Black Watch and Wild Rose), the uplifting and moving new production will run at Pitlochry Festival Theatre from 23 May- 27 June.
Review: WOMAN IN MIND, Theatre Royal

Review: WOMAN IN MIND, Theatre Royal

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 12, 2026
Directed by Michael Longhurst (Constellations, Caroline or Change, and former Artistic Director of the Donmar Warehouse) this spellbinding revival explores one woman’s fractured reality with heart and humour.
Full Cast Announced for STAND & DELIVER at National Theatre of Scotland

Full Cast Announced for STAND & DELIVER at National Theatre of Scotland

by BWW News Desk — March 12, 2026
45 years on from the legendary occupation of the Lee Jeans Factory in Greenock, Stand and Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-In tells a powerful and personal story of political resistance, workers' determination and lifelong female solidarity and friendship.
Review: THE SWANSONG, Oran Mor

Review: THE SWANSONG, Oran Mor

by Natalie O'Donoghue — March 12, 2026
A desperate young woman and a smooth-talking swan go on an extraordinary flight across Edinburgh’s starlit city skies and pulsing basement bars in this uplifting new musical featuring original songs, and live music on stage with Dale Parker on piano, and musician Rachel Duns (Scottish Jazz Awards

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