Major Exhibition At The Scottish Gallery Announced For Joan Eardley's Centenary
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2021
This new exhibition from The Scottish Gallery seeks to show that Eardley's cultural capital has never been higher. In the fifty-eight years since her passing, after she succumbed to cancer in August 1963, Eardley's reputation has been enhanced and today her value is hugely augmented.
by BWW News Desk - June 17, 2021
This new exhibition from The Scottish Gallery seeks to show that Eardley's cultural capital has never been higher. In the fifty-eight years since her passing, after she succumbed to cancer in August 1963, Eardley's reputation has been enhanced and today her value is hugely augmented.
BWW Review: ADVENTURES WITH THE PAINTED PEOPLE, Pitlochry Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 16, 2021
Directed by Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director, Elizabeth Newman, Adventures with the Painted People is a compelling love story, exploring the value of history and the power of writing. Lucius is a cultured Roman officer, captured by the Picts and about to be sacrificed. Eithne is a wise Pictish woman, who wants to record her people's history in writing, a skill they do not yet have. She makes a deal - she will rescue Lucius, in exchange for him teaching her to write. So, they must flee - not by road, the Romans have not built those yet, but down river...
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 16, 2021
Directed by Pitlochry Festival Theatre’s Artistic Director, Elizabeth Newman, Adventures with the Painted People is a compelling love story, exploring the value of history and the power of writing. Lucius is a cultured Roman officer, captured by the Picts and about to be sacrificed. Eithne is a wise Pictish woman, who wants to record her people's history in writing, a skill they do not yet have. She makes a deal - she will rescue Lucius, in exchange for him teaching her to write. So, they must flee - not by road, the Romans have not built those yet, but down river...
Scottish Opera Withdraws Nomination For Sky Arts Award After Being Accused of Using 'Yellowface'
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2021
The Scottish Opera has withdrawn its nomination for a Sky Arts Award for its production of Nixon in China after being criticized for its use of 'yellowface' makeup.
by BWW News Desk - June 13, 2021
The Scottish Opera has withdrawn its nomination for a Sky Arts Award for its production of Nixon in China after being criticized for its use of 'yellowface' makeup.
Scottish Dance Theatre Will Perform the World Premiere of THE LIFE AND TIMES
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2021
Continuing Rep Studios' strong dance offer, The Life and Times, a new full-length work by Scottish Dance Theatre's Artistic Director Joan Clevillé sees the whole Ensemble returning to Dundee Rep's stage for the first time in over a year.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2021
Continuing Rep Studios' strong dance offer, The Life and Times, a new full-length work by Scottish Dance Theatre's Artistic Director Joan Clevillé sees the whole Ensemble returning to Dundee Rep's stage for the first time in over a year.
120 Young People From Edinburgh Create Multi-Artform Production During Covid
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2021
Despite the challenges of Covid-19 restrictions throughout the five-month project, Strange Town's most ambitious production to date has involved more than 120 of Edinburgh's young people (aged 8 -18), with support from the company's emerging playwrights (aged 18-25) and directors; and guided and mentored by industry professionals.
by BWW News Desk - June 10, 2021
Despite the challenges of Covid-19 restrictions throughout the five-month project, Strange Town's most ambitious production to date has involved more than 120 of Edinburgh's young people (aged 8 -18), with support from the company's emerging playwrights (aged 18-25) and directors; and guided and mentored by industry professionals.
Cast Announced For The Pitlochry Festival Theatre Production Of THE WIND IN THE WILLOWS
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2021
Take a jaunt down to the banks of the River Tummel and join Mr. Toad, Mole, Ratty and Badger on their magical adventures in Pitlochry Festival Theatre must-see, family, summer stage production of Kenneth Grahame's enduring story of friendship, courage, consequence, and bravery – The Wind in the Willows.
by BWW News Desk - June 08, 2021
Take a jaunt down to the banks of the River Tummel and join Mr. Toad, Mole, Ratty and Badger on their magical adventures in Pitlochry Festival Theatre must-see, family, summer stage production of Kenneth Grahame's enduring story of friendship, courage, consequence, and bravery – The Wind in the Willows.
BWW Review: THE MACBETHS, Citizens Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 03, 2021
Returning from battle, Macbeth hears a prophesy emboldening him to murder and betray. Compelled by his equally ruthless wife, Macbeth ignores his creeping sense of guilt and hopelessness and attempts to hasten the hand of fate, unwittingly ushering in the downfall of them both.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - June 03, 2021
Returning from battle, Macbeth hears a prophesy emboldening him to murder and betray. Compelled by his equally ruthless wife, Macbeth ignores his creeping sense of guilt and hopelessness and attempts to hasten the hand of fate, unwittingly ushering in the downfall of them both.
DOPPLER Will Be Performed By Grid Iron Theatre Company as Part of Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
Edinburgh-based theatre company Grid Iron is pleased to confirm that its site-responsive outdoor adaptation of Erlend Loe's best-selling book Doppler will take place as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2021. The play was originally scheduled to be presented at last year's Fringe with the plans then pivoted to a digital sharing in light of the Covid-19 related restrictions.
by BWW News Desk - June 03, 2021
Edinburgh-based theatre company Grid Iron is pleased to confirm that its site-responsive outdoor adaptation of Erlend Loe's best-selling book Doppler will take place as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2021. The play was originally scheduled to be presented at last year's Fringe with the plans then pivoted to a digital sharing in light of the Covid-19 related restrictions.
Edinburgh International Festival Announces 2021 Programme
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2021
Edinburgh International Festival, the world's leading performing arts festival, pioneers the return of live performance in Scotland from 7 – 29 August with a diverse programme of UK and international artists.
by BWW News Desk - June 02, 2021
Edinburgh International Festival, the world's leading performing arts festival, pioneers the return of live performance in Scotland from 7 – 29 August with a diverse programme of UK and international artists.
Scotland's Leading Festival of Arts and Ecology Announces Full International Programme
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2021
UNFIX is back next month with a 17 day virtual lineup of international events combining art, ritual, dance, film, music, debate, and workshops from 11 - 27 June, with the full international programme just announced.
by BWW News Desk - June 01, 2021
UNFIX is back next month with a 17 day virtual lineup of international events combining art, ritual, dance, film, music, debate, and workshops from 11 - 27 June, with the full international programme just announced.
CGO Institute Seeks Inspiring And Aspirational Producers Of The Future
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
CGO Institute is looking for the next cohort of creative producers to join together in a zoom classroom for a 16 week Diploma in Creative Producing starting 1st November 2021. The first interviews for places will be on Mon 10th May.
by BWW News Desk - May 28, 2021
CGO Institute is looking for the next cohort of creative producers to join together in a zoom classroom for a 16 week Diploma in Creative Producing starting 1st November 2021. The first interviews for places will be on Mon 10th May.
Scottish Opera Announces POP-UP OPERA Returning For Summer 2021
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2021
The Scottish Opera has announced that its Pop-up Opera is back on the road for Summer 2021 with a bumper tour featuring five of Gilbert & Sullivans' best-loved hits!
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2021
The Scottish Opera has announced that its Pop-up Opera is back on the road for Summer 2021 with a bumper tour featuring five of Gilbert & Sullivans' best-loved hits!
Leith Theatre Bids Fond Farewell To Longstanding Chair
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2021
Jack Hunter, a founding member of Leith Theatre Trust, will be standing down as Chair of Leith Theatre on 27 May 2021 after 16 years of involvement. Vice Chair, Roland Reid, stepped down at the start of the year with Anne Diack taking up this position.
by BWW News Desk - May 27, 2021
Jack Hunter, a founding member of Leith Theatre Trust, will be standing down as Chair of Leith Theatre on 27 May 2021 after 16 years of involvement. Vice Chair, Roland Reid, stepped down at the start of the year with Anne Diack taking up this position.
Dundee Rep Presents 3M MIXTAPE To Celebrate The Best Scottish Music Talent
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2021
Dundee Rep has announced further details for its new music project 3M MIXTAPE which brings together and celebrates the best of Scotland-based music talent during this time of social distancing restrictions. 3M Mixtape features 12 live sessions, filmed whilst adhering to the Scottish Government Covid-19 guidelines at all times.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2021
Dundee Rep has announced further details for its new music project 3M MIXTAPE which brings together and celebrates the best of Scotland-based music talent during this time of social distancing restrictions. 3M Mixtape features 12 live sessions, filmed whilst adhering to the Scottish Government Covid-19 guidelines at all times.
Lauren Samuels and Daniel Boys Will Perform at Pitlochry Festival in June
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2021
Performed in the afternoon and evening, join Lauren and Daniel as they journey through the West End and theatreland, in a musical feast, featuring songs from some of the greatest musical composers.
by BWW News Desk - May 25, 2021
Performed in the afternoon and evening, join Lauren and Daniel as they journey through the West End and theatreland, in a musical feast, featuring songs from some of the greatest musical composers.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre Announce Summer Ensemble For 70th Anniversary Season
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2021
This summer will be an entirely outdoor rep season in various locations across the Pitlochry campus. This twenty-two strong acting Ensemble will be performing in Pitlochry for different lengths of time throughout the summer, some for a week, some for two and others for many months.
by BWW News Desk - May 20, 2021
This summer will be an entirely outdoor rep season in various locations across the Pitlochry campus. This twenty-two strong acting Ensemble will be performing in Pitlochry for different lengths of time throughout the summer, some for a week, some for two and others for many months.
National Youth Choir of Scotland Returns To Singing on 17 May
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
This morning at 6am 29 singers and conductor Christopher Bell gathered on Calton Hill to be the first to sing in Scotland this year. Their rehearsal of Let All the World in Every Corner Sing by Vaughan Williams and Why We Sing by Greg Gilpin surprised and delighted dog walkers and early birds as the sun rose over Edinburgh.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
This morning at 6am 29 singers and conductor Christopher Bell gathered on Calton Hill to be the first to sing in Scotland this year. Their rehearsal of Let All the World in Every Corner Sing by Vaughan Williams and Why We Sing by Greg Gilpin surprised and delighted dog walkers and early birds as the sun rose over Edinburgh.
Three Top Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2021 Shows Will Take Place at Edinburgh Corn Exchange
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
Three top Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2021 shows will take place at Edinburgh Corn Exchange* from Thursday 05 to Sunday 08 August 2021, with Craig Hill – PUMPED!, Daniel Sloss: HUBRiS and Henning Wehn: It'll All Come Out In The Wash.
by BWW News Desk - May 17, 2021
Three top Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2021 shows will take place at Edinburgh Corn Exchange* from Thursday 05 to Sunday 08 August 2021, with Craig Hill – PUMPED!, Daniel Sloss: HUBRiS and Henning Wehn: It'll All Come Out In The Wash.
Scottish Government Bans Large Crowds at Events For Additional Six Weeks
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2021
Large-scale crowds will be banned at cultural events in Scotland for another six weeks.
by BWW News Desk - May 16, 2021
Large-scale crowds will be banned at cultural events in Scotland for another six weeks.
Sacha Dench Visits Edinburgh Ahead Of Her Appearance at Edinburgh Science Festival
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
'The Human Swan' - an inspiring conservationist, adventurer and motivational speaker Sacha Dench visited Edinburgh today to film her talk for the upcoming Edinburgh Science Festival.
by BWW News Desk - May 13, 2021
'The Human Swan' - an inspiring conservationist, adventurer and motivational speaker Sacha Dench visited Edinburgh today to film her talk for the upcoming Edinburgh Science Festival.
Tickets Released For AREA OF A CIRCLE From Dundee Rep
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2021
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have announced that tickets for Area of a Circle are now released and available to book online.
by BWW News Desk - May 10, 2021
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have announced that tickets for Area of a Circle are now released and available to book online.
Pitlochry Festival Theatre To Première David Greig's New Play, ADVENTURES WITH THE PAINTED PEOPLE
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2021
A new play by David Greig, Adventures with the Painted People, which was originally commissioned by Pitlochry Festival Theatre for its 2020 season and subsequently became an acclaimed radio play on BBC Radio 3, is set to have its world stage première from 10 June to 4 July in the theatre's outdoor amphitheatre as part of their Summer Season.
by BWW News Desk - May 06, 2021
A new play by David Greig, Adventures with the Painted People, which was originally commissioned by Pitlochry Festival Theatre for its 2020 season and subsequently became an acclaimed radio play on BBC Radio 3, is set to have its world stage première from 10 June to 4 July in the theatre's outdoor amphitheatre as part of their Summer Season.
Tickets Released For Free Mini-Festival, THIS IS FOR YOU DUNDEE
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre present This is for you Dundee, a mini-festival of interactive events popping up online, aimed at Dundonians to rediscover their beautiful and vibrant city with the help from some of its foremost creative artists.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre present This is for you Dundee, a mini-festival of interactive events popping up online, aimed at Dundonians to rediscover their beautiful and vibrant city with the help from some of its foremost creative artists.
ATALANTA FOREVER Will Tour Beginning Next Month
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
Mikron Theatre are aiming to score with their next theatrical offering for their 49th year of touring. They will be premiering Amanda Whittington's new play Atalanta Forever which looks at the story of the pioneering women in football in 1920.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
Mikron Theatre are aiming to score with their next theatrical offering for their 49th year of touring. They will be premiering Amanda Whittington's new play Atalanta Forever which looks at the story of the pioneering women in football in 1920.
TOLL Will Open at the New Concrete Block Gallery This Month
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
As lockdown eases there’s an exhibition opening in an unconventional gallery space in a corner of Edinburgh that might help us to pause and reflect on what has happened before we rush out and enjoy the freedom.
by BWW News Desk - May 04, 2021
As lockdown eases there’s an exhibition opening in an unconventional gallery space in a corner of Edinburgh that might help us to pause and reflect on what has happened before we rush out and enjoy the freedom.
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