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Glasgow-Based Artist Nic Green Wins the Forced Entertainment Award
by BWW News Desk - January 26, 2018
Forced Entertainment announces their new award that will recognise one artist (or company) a year over the next four years. The award comprises £10,000 closely linked to a substantial package of mentoring and subsidiary support tailored each time to the needs and situation of the selected artist or group.
Alexandra Burke Brings THE TRUTH IS Tour to Theatre Royal
by BWW News Desk - January 25, 2018
A decade after winning The X Factor, pop sensation Alexandra Burke today announced that she will be embarking on her The Truth Is UK tour this autumn. Her first UK headline tour since 2010, The Truth Is will see Alexandra take her infamous soulful to Theatre Royal, Glasgow on Wednesday 12 September 2018.
ALLAN STEWART'S BIG BIG VARIETY SHOW Comes to King's Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Allan Stewart's Big Big Variety Show is back at the King's for another fabulous night of comedy and song, promising the best in entertainment and the biggest laughs in town.
CILLA Arrives Next Week at The King's
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
The spectacular and heart-warming musical adaptation of the critically acclaimed ITV mini-series based on the early life of Cilla Black, by BAFTA award winner, Jeff Pope (The Moorside, Philomena, From The Cradle To The Grave, Mrs Biggs) stars Andrew Lancel as Brian Epstein, Kara Lily Hayworth as Cilla and Carl Au as Bobby.
Tron Theatre Company Presents THE MOTHERF**KER WITH THE HAT
by BWW News Desk - January 24, 2018
Tron Theatre Company is working with Sherman Theatre, Cardiff to present the first out-of-London production of Stephen Adly Guirgis's The Motherf**ker with the Hat. After a run at Tron Theatre (1st 17th March), the production will be presented at Sherman Theatre from 21st 31st March. The fast-moving, foul-mouthed play was Guirgis's Broadway debut in 2011 and this will be the production's Scottish and Welsh premiere.
Photo Flash: Aberdeen Arts Centre and David Adkin present COMPANY
by BWW News Desk - January 19, 2018
Audiences can today enjoy the first glimpse of a brand new production of the iconic Broadway musical Company as rehearsal images are released 2 weeks before the show begins its exclusive run at Aberdeen Arts Centre from 1 10 February.
Courtney Act Announces UK Gigs Next Month
by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 18, 2018
COURTNEY ACT announces a week of gigs after the Big Brother experience wraps on 2nd Feb.
BWW Review: HEDDA GABLER, Theatre Royal, Glasgow
by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 16, 2018
This acclaimed new production of Ibsen's masterpiece Hedda Gabler tours the UK following a sold out run at the National Theatre. Adapted by Olivier Award-winning playwright Patrick Marber (Closer, Three Days in the Country) and directed by Olivier and Tony Award -winner Ivo van Hove (A View from the Bridge), who made his National Theatre debut with this bold and modern new production. Lizzy Watts plays the title role of the free-spirited Hedda Gabler, one of the greatest dramatic parts in theatre and regarded as the female Hamlet
OMG You Guys! Dog Auditions to Be Held For Legally Blonde The Musical In Glasgow
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Could your pampered pet or family pooch be destined for fame? The producers of the smash-hit Broadway and West End production, Legally Blonde The Musical are on the hunt for a star-studded pup to join an all-star cast when the show arrives at the King's Theatre in Glasgow.
Citizens Theatre Launches New Season
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
The Citizens Theatre is kicking off 2018 by offering bargain hungry theatre fans the chance to snap up 50p tickets for the company's production of Rona Munro's modern classic, Bold Girls.
World Premier Drama and New Poetry Explore the Limits of Love
by BWW News Desk - January 15, 2018
Bunbury Banter and Dumfries Theatre Royal are gearing up for Freckle, the third groundbreaking Play, Poet & Pastry event. A Perthshire playwright and Dumfries poet are joining forces for a groundbreaking performing arts initiative at Scotland's oldest working theatre.
TEENAGE TRILOGY Comes To Tramway Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 15, 2018
Exploring the heady and challenging time of transition that we all must go through, Teenage Trilogy is captivating dance theatre in three dynamic parts: live performance and music, multi-media installation and silent disco made up of our very own Teenage Times playlist.
Glasgow International Comedy Festival Announces 2018 Programme
by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 10, 2018
The Whyte & Mackay Glasgow International Comedy Festival (GICF) reveals its full programme, as this hugely popular event in the comedy calendar returns for its 16th year from Thursday 8 Sunday 25 March 2018.
New Diorama Theatre Hosts London Premiere Of A GIRL IN SCHOOL UNIFORM (WALKS INTO A BAR)
by BWW News Desk - January 08, 2018
It's the future. But only slightly. There are blackouts. No one knows what's causing them, but that doesn't stop people going missing in them. The London premiere of pastiche dystopian thriller A Girl In School Uniform (Walks Into A Bar) will take place at the New Diorama Theatre on 30 January.
Kandinsky's Acclaimed Medical Drama STILL ILL Returns To New Diorama Theatre
by BWW News Desk - January 04, 2018
Kandinsky will bring their acclaimed production Still Ill which tackles the contentious topic of psychosomatic illness and Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) back to New Diorama Theatre in 2018 by popular demand for 10 performances only.
BWW Review: LEADING LADIES, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 31, 2017
From Wicked to Chicago, four Leading Ladies bring to life the iconic diva showstoppers from the very best of West End and Broadway.
Panto Stars Launch Relaxed Performance of SLEEPING BEAUTY
by BWW News Desk - December 28, 2017
The National Autistic Society Scotland helped launch the Relaxed Performance of Cinderella at the King's Theatre in Glasgow today. Ruaraidh Berry, who is attending the Relaxed Performance on Friday 5 January met with stars of the show Elaine C Smith (playing Fairy Bella Houston) and Johnny Mac (playing Muddles).
BWW Review: CINDERELLA, King's Theatre, Edinburgh
by Gregor Dickson - December 22, 2017
Cinderella is often regarded as the greatest pantomime story of all, and this year's King's Theatre production certainly does not disappoint. From start to finish, it is a concoction of laughter and fun, and a real visual treat.
Citizens Theatre Awarded 4.8 Million for Redevelopment Project
by BWW News Desk - December 17, 2017
Glasgow's Citizens Theatre has received a confirmed grant of 4.8 million from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) for its transformational redevelopment project, it was announced today (Monday 18 December).
Firebrand Theatre Company present the Scottish Premiere of THE MATCH BOX by Frank McGuinness
by BWW News Desk - December 14, 2017
The award-winning Scottish Borders theatre company will be touring Scotland in February 2018.
BWW Review: SNOW WHITE, Beacon Arts Centre, Greenock
by Natalie O'Donoghue - December 14, 2017
After a hugely successful 2016 season with Beauty and the Beast Beacon Arts Centre are promising another festive treat with many of the cast returning for another year of panto fun.
A Post Gender Society Imagined In Scottish Dance Theatre's New Double Bill For Spring 2018
by BWW News Desk - December 13, 2017
Scottish Dance Theatre will debut their new work RITUALIA at Dundee Rep on Friday 9th February. Created by Berlin based Scottish choreographer Colette Sadler, RITUALIA takes Bronislava Nijinska's feminist cultural landmark that is Les Noces and transforms it by creating a fictional post-gender future. Evoking and celebrating the notion of hybridity, exploring iconic artificiality, presentation and fashion, RITUALIA is set to be a thought-provoking visual feast.
DR JEKYLL & MR HYDE Coming to King's Theatre Edinburgh This Spring
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
Phil Daniels will lead the company in the titular role of Robert Louis Stevenson's Dr Jekyll & Mr Hyde at the King's Theatre Edinburgh, Tuesday 10 Saturday 14 April 2018, in this new production, adapted by David Edgar and directed by Kate Saxon.
Matthew Bourne's CINDERELLA to Waltz into Festival Theatre Edinburgh in June
by BWW News Desk - December 12, 2017
New Adventures has announced the tour dates for the much-anticipated return of Matthew Bourne's 'CINDERELLA'. The tour opened on Saturday 9 December 2017 at Sadler's Wells, with dates at the Festival Theatre Edinburgh, Tuesday 5 June Saturday 9 June 2018. Press night is set for Tuesday 5 June 2018.
Traverse Theatre Announces Spring/Summer 2018 Programme
by BWW News Desk - December 11, 2017
The Traverse Theatre today reveals its Spring/Summer 2018 season, taking in a range of Traverse-produced work including brand new and returning productions, as well as exciting playwright and educational projects. It will also see us build new relationships, and strengthen existing ones, with various visiting companies, to present the very best new theatre on our stages.

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