BWW Review: WE WILL ROCK YOU, Edinburgh Playhouse
by Ceri Boyd - October 09, 2019
Originally opening in London in 2002, Ben Elton's We Will Rock You - a jukebox musical based around the songs of legendary rock group Queen - has had fans on their feet across the globe as it's toured Europe, North America and Australia, and now tours the UK.
by Ceri Boyd - October 09, 2019
Originally opening in London in 2002, Ben Elton's We Will Rock You - a jukebox musical based around the songs of legendary rock group Queen - has had fans on their feet across the globe as it's toured Europe, North America and Australia, and now tours the UK.
Be Together! Edinburgh's HOGMANAY Programme Announced
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
On behalf of the City of Edinburgh Council, and in partnership with the Scottish Government, Underbelly works with internationally renowned creative team and wide-ranging partners to realise its ambitions for Edinburgh's Hogmanay festival as the 2019 programme is announced.
by BWW News Desk - October 08, 2019
On behalf of the City of Edinburgh Council, and in partnership with the Scottish Government, Underbelly works with internationally renowned creative team and wide-ranging partners to realise its ambitions for Edinburgh's Hogmanay festival as the 2019 programme is announced.
BWW Review: ON YOUR FEET!, Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 08, 2019
Direct from London, On Your Feet! is the inspiring true love story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan and charts their journey from its origins in Cuba, onto the streets of Miami and finally to international superstardom.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 08, 2019
Direct from London, On Your Feet! is the inspiring true love story of Emilio and Gloria Estefan and charts their journey from its origins in Cuba, onto the streets of Miami and finally to international superstardom.
BWW Review: WHAT'S IN A NAME, Theatre Royal, Glasgow
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 03, 2019
Father-to-be Vincent and his partner Anna are invited to dinner by his sister Elizabeth and her husband, Peter. They are joined by childhood friend Carl for a mature and sophisticated gathering.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 03, 2019
Father-to-be Vincent and his partner Anna are invited to dinner by his sister Elizabeth and her husband, Peter. They are joined by childhood friend Carl for a mature and sophisticated gathering.
Launch Of Dance International Glasgow At Tramway
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
The biennial international festival, Dance International Glasgow, opens at Tramway on Friday 4 October with a powerful warning about the threat to Gaelic culture. The World Premiere of Rob Heaslip: Endling, staged on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 October, is a collision of contemporary and folk culture combining dance and movement with musical arrangements composed by Michael John MacCarthy and sung by Gillebrìde MacIllemhaoil (Gillebride MacMillan), famed for his portrayal of Gwyllyn the Bard in Outlander; as well as featuring contemporary singers Michelle O'Rourke and Robbie Blake.
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2019
The biennial international festival, Dance International Glasgow, opens at Tramway on Friday 4 October with a powerful warning about the threat to Gaelic culture. The World Premiere of Rob Heaslip: Endling, staged on Friday 4 and Saturday 5 October, is a collision of contemporary and folk culture combining dance and movement with musical arrangements composed by Michael John MacCarthy and sung by Gillebrìde MacIllemhaoil (Gillebride MacMillan), famed for his portrayal of Gwyllyn the Bard in Outlander; as well as featuring contemporary singers Michelle O'Rourke and Robbie Blake.
BWW Review: A TASTE OF HONEY, King's Theatre, Edinburgh
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 25, 2019
When her mother Helen runs off with a car salesman, feisty teenager Jo takes up with Jimmy, a sailor who promises to marry her, before he heads for the seas. Art student Geoff moves in and assumes the role of surrogate parent until, misguidedly, he sends for Helen and their unconventional setup unravels.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 25, 2019
When her mother Helen runs off with a car salesman, feisty teenager Jo takes up with Jimmy, a sailor who promises to marry her, before he heads for the seas. Art student Geoff moves in and assumes the role of surrogate parent until, misguidedly, he sends for Helen and their unconventional setup unravels.
GHOST STORIES Comes to Theatre Royal
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2019
After exhilarating audiences across the globe with record breaking, sell-out productions and a smash hit film, the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre's production of Andy Nyman and Jeremy Dyson's supernatural sensation Ghost Stories will run at Theatre Royal, Glasgow next year as part of a UK tour.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2019
After exhilarating audiences across the globe with record breaking, sell-out productions and a smash hit film, the Lyric Hammersmith Theatre's production of Andy Nyman and Jeremy Dyson's supernatural sensation Ghost Stories will run at Theatre Royal, Glasgow next year as part of a UK tour.
Scottish Ballet and Highland Park Join Forces With Special Edition Whisky
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2019
To celebrate 50 years of Scotland's national dance company, Scottish Ballet has partnered with Orkney based distillery, Highland Park, to release a single malt Scotch Whisky.
by BWW News Desk - September 23, 2019
To celebrate 50 years of Scotland's national dance company, Scottish Ballet has partnered with Orkney based distillery, Highland Park, to release a single malt Scotch Whisky.
BWW Review: MAMMA MIA!, Edinburgh Playhouse
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 21, 2019
Sophie's quest to discover the father she's never known brings her mother face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they'll never forget.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 21, 2019
Sophie's quest to discover the father she's never known brings her mother face to face with three men from her distant romantic past on the eve of a wedding they'll never forget.
Celebrate Motown at The King's
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2019
This weekend in Detroit, the birthplace of Motown records, celebrations are being held for Motown's diamond anniversary, marking 60 years of the label founded by Berry Gordy. Motown shares its legacy in the UK with the legendary Motown catalogue which is bought to life in MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, a story by Berry Gordy which uncovers how MOTOWN changed music history and created the soundtrack of a generation.
by BWW News Desk - September 20, 2019
This weekend in Detroit, the birthplace of Motown records, celebrations are being held for Motown's diamond anniversary, marking 60 years of the label founded by Berry Gordy. Motown shares its legacy in the UK with the legendary Motown catalogue which is bought to life in MOTOWN THE MUSICAL, a story by Berry Gordy which uncovers how MOTOWN changed music history and created the soundtrack of a generation.
Civic Digits Theatre Company Presents THE BIG DATA SHOW
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
Kate Forbes MSP, Minister for Public Health and Digital Economy, Scottish Government said: a?oeThe Big Data Show supports the Scottish Government's ambitions to raise the public's awareness of cyber threat. Not only does it help ensure young people are clued up about the risks associated with sharing data online but it also gives them the valuable chance to learn about careers in cyber security.a??
by BWW News Desk - September 13, 2019
Kate Forbes MSP, Minister for Public Health and Digital Economy, Scottish Government said: a?oeThe Big Data Show supports the Scottish Government's ambitions to raise the public's awareness of cyber threat. Not only does it help ensure young people are clued up about the risks associated with sharing data online but it also gives them the valuable chance to learn about careers in cyber security.a??
Photo Flash: PRIDE AND PREJUDICE* (*SORT OF) Announced At The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh along with partners Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Bristol Old Vic, Northern Stage, Nuffield Southampton Theatres, Oxford Playhouse, and new partner Leeds Playhouse, are delighted to announce the cast for the remount of the critically-acclaimed Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), presented in close collaboration with partners of the original production, Tron Theatre and Blood of the Young.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2019
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh along with partners Birmingham Repertory Theatre, Bristol Old Vic, Northern Stage, Nuffield Southampton Theatres, Oxford Playhouse, and new partner Leeds Playhouse, are delighted to announce the cast for the remount of the critically-acclaimed Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of), presented in close collaboration with partners of the original production, Tron Theatre and Blood of the Young.
BWW Review: HOW NOT TO DROWN, Tron Theatre, Glasgow
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 12, 2019
In 2002, in the turmoil after the end of the Kosovan War, Dritan is sent on the notoriously perilous journey across the Adriatic with a gang of people smugglers to a new life in Europe. He relies on his young wit and charm to make it to the UK. But the fight for survival continues as he clings to his identity and sense of self when he ends up in the British care system.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 12, 2019
In 2002, in the turmoil after the end of the Kosovan War, Dritan is sent on the notoriously perilous journey across the Adriatic with a gang of people smugglers to a new life in Europe. He relies on his young wit and charm to make it to the UK. But the fight for survival continues as he clings to his identity and sense of self when he ends up in the British care system.
Full Cast Announced For The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2019
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo have now confirmed 1521 cast for Sydney's upcoming production, in a new record as the largest Tattoo ever in its 69-year history.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2019
The Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo have now confirmed 1521 cast for Sydney's upcoming production, in a new record as the largest Tattoo ever in its 69-year history.
Full Casting Announced For THE EXORCIST at Theatre Royal
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Casting has been confirmed for The Exorcist's eagerly anticipated run at Theatre Royal next month.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2019
Casting has been confirmed for The Exorcist's eagerly anticipated run at Theatre Royal next month.
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: LIKE ANIMALS, Summerhall
by Emma Ainley-Walker - August 30, 2019
Like Animals, from real life couple Kim Donohoe and Pete Lannon, is an exploration into what it is to love. It is a charming two-handler, mixing stories from their own relationship with historic experiments with animals. In particular, our attempts to teach animals how to speak.
by Emma Ainley-Walker - August 30, 2019
Like Animals, from real life couple Kim Donohoe and Pete Lannon, is an exploration into what it is to love. It is a charming two-handler, mixing stories from their own relationship with historic experiments with animals. In particular, our attempts to teach animals how to speak.
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: THE AFFLICTED, Summerhall
by Emma Ainley-Walker - August 30, 2019
The Afflicted, from new Scottish theatre collective Groupwork uses dance, physical theatre and multimedia to tell the story of the Hope River Girls. It is inspired by real-life events taking place in Le Roy, New York, when many girls at the same High School became suddenly afflicted with tics a?" twitching and stuttering uncontrollably without any cause. Media descended on the town as more girls became afflicted, and doctors came up with competing diagnoses. In the end, was it all just a case of mass hysteria?
by Emma Ainley-Walker - August 30, 2019
The Afflicted, from new Scottish theatre collective Groupwork uses dance, physical theatre and multimedia to tell the story of the Hope River Girls. It is inspired by real-life events taking place in Le Roy, New York, when many girls at the same High School became suddenly afflicted with tics a?" twitching and stuttering uncontrollably without any cause. Media descended on the town as more girls became afflicted, and doctors came up with competing diagnoses. In the end, was it all just a case of mass hysteria?
THE NORTH WALL Returns From The Fringe With Two Awards
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2019
The North Wall returns from Edinburgh Festival Fringe with two awards and a plethora of stars
by BWW News Desk - August 29, 2019
The North Wall returns from Edinburgh Festival Fringe with two awards and a plethora of stars
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: KNOT, Assembly Roxy
by Emma Ainley-Walker - August 28, 2019
Knot explores intimacy in relationships, not just romantic, through showstopping and emotional acrobatics and dance.
by Emma Ainley-Walker - August 28, 2019
Knot explores intimacy in relationships, not just romantic, through showstopping and emotional acrobatics and dance.
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: SCOTTEE: CLASS, Assembly Roxy
by Emma Ainley-Walker - August 28, 2019
In a city where rising accommodation prices and cost of living push both visiting artists and locals out of its festivals, Scottee's Class could not be more pertinent, and that is exactly why it needs to be presented at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
by Emma Ainley-Walker - August 28, 2019
In a city where rising accommodation prices and cost of living push both visiting artists and locals out of its festivals, Scottee's Class could not be more pertinent, and that is exactly why it needs to be presented at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: COMRADE EGG AND THE CHICKEN OF TOMORROW, Pleasance Courtyard
by Amy Hanson - August 28, 2019
Welcome to the monthly meeting of the Chicken Appreciation Society. Over the course of the next fifty minutes, ardent poultry fans like yourself will enjoy chicken impressions, informative lectures, beauty pageants and even interpretive dance; all in celebration of our feathered friends.
by Amy Hanson - August 28, 2019
Welcome to the monthly meeting of the Chicken Appreciation Society. Over the course of the next fifty minutes, ardent poultry fans like yourself will enjoy chicken impressions, informative lectures, beauty pageants and even interpretive dance; all in celebration of our feathered friends.
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: BEEP BOOP, Assembly George Square
by Amy Hanson - August 28, 2019
Described as 'a multimedia clown show', beep boop is a comic examination of technology's place in our lives. Taking aim at phone addiction, the performative nature of social media and the perils of online dating, it asks, in a world where technology has brought us closer together, why do we still feel so lonely?
by Amy Hanson - August 28, 2019
Described as 'a multimedia clown show', beep boop is a comic examination of technology's place in our lives. Taking aim at phone addiction, the performative nature of social media and the perils of online dating, it asks, in a world where technology has brought us closer together, why do we still feel so lonely?
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: SEX EDUCATION, Summerhall
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 27, 2019
One parent refuses to talk about sex. The other buys their child gay porn DVDs. Sex Education blends startling performance, moving storytelling, a no-holds-barred interview with Harry's mum and some good old-fashioned gay porn that his dad bought when he was 14. A show for anyone who's wondered why they want what they want. Delivered with the candour and charm that have made him an acclaimed international touring success.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 27, 2019
One parent refuses to talk about sex. The other buys their child gay porn DVDs. Sex Education blends startling performance, moving storytelling, a no-holds-barred interview with Harry's mum and some good old-fashioned gay porn that his dad bought when he was 14. A show for anyone who's wondered why they want what they want. Delivered with the candour and charm that have made him an acclaimed international touring success.
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: JEN BRISTER: UNDER PRIVILEGE, Monkey Barrel
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 27, 2019
Brister has it all: a wife, kids, a house and a job she loves (sometimes) so what the hell is she moaning about? Join Jen as she takes an irreverent look at the often controversial subject of 'privilege'. Who has it? Who doesn't? And why does no one like to admit they have any?
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 27, 2019
Brister has it all: a wife, kids, a house and a job she loves (sometimes) so what the hell is she moaning about? Join Jen as she takes an irreverent look at the often controversial subject of 'privilege'. Who has it? Who doesn't? And why does no one like to admit they have any?
EDINBURGH 2019: BWW Review: DADDY DRAG, Summerhall
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 27, 2019
This is a show about dads. Good dads, daft dads, dads who wear slogan t-shirts, dads that put on barbecues, dads that tell dad jokes, dads that are bad at dancing. This is a show about dads who are absent and dads who are not very good dads at all. Daddy Drag asks us to consider how the relationships with our fathers affect us for the rest of our lives. Leyla Josephine attempts to understand what it means to be a father through her witty performance style, drag costumes and complex but unconditional love for her dad.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - August 27, 2019
This is a show about dads. Good dads, daft dads, dads who wear slogan t-shirts, dads that put on barbecues, dads that tell dad jokes, dads that are bad at dancing. This is a show about dads who are absent and dads who are not very good dads at all. Daddy Drag asks us to consider how the relationships with our fathers affect us for the rest of our lives. Leyla Josephine attempts to understand what it means to be a father through her witty performance style, drag costumes and complex but unconditional love for her dad.
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*Two Doors Down
OVO Hydro (9/25 - 10/11) | |
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Operation Mincemeat: A New Musical
Theatre Royal Glasgow (11/10 - 11/14) | |
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Jeff Wayne''s Musical Version of The War of The Worlds
SEC Armadillo (10/9 - 10/9) | |
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Gravity - Starring Kerry Ellis, Louise Dearman & Rachel Tucker
Kings Theatre Glasgow (4/22 - 4/22) | |
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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse - Live In Concert
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall (3/27 - 3/27) | |
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Two Doors Down
OVO Hydro (9/25 - 10/11) | |
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Venue Premium - Two Doors Down
OVO Hydro (9/25 - 10/11) | |
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