Nic Green Appointed as New Director of Creative Engagement at the National Theatre of Scotland
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Leading Scottish artist Nic Green, a celebrated figure in contemporary socially engaged performance in the UK, has been appointed as the National Theatre of Scotland's new Director of Creative Engagement.
by BWW News Desk - April 30, 2025
Leading Scottish artist Nic Green, a celebrated figure in contemporary socially engaged performance in the UK, has been appointed as the National Theatre of Scotland's new Director of Creative Engagement.
Barrowland Ballet to Present WEE MAN World Premiere and CHUNKY JEWELLERY Revival
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
World premiere of new production Wee Man by Natasha Gilmore opens at Studio Theatre from 16 - 17 May, as Barrowland Ballet are named the first associate company of Edinburgh's Capital Theatres.
by BWW News Desk - April 25, 2025
World premiere of new production Wee Man by Natasha Gilmore opens at Studio Theatre from 16 - 17 May, as Barrowland Ballet are named the first associate company of Edinburgh's Capital Theatres.
MARK'S SPECTACULAR SCIENCE SHOW Comes to Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2025
Science broadcaster and author Mark Thompson is returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year with his critically acclaimed Mark’s Spectacular Science Show, which will play at the National Museum of Scotland.
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2025
Science broadcaster and author Mark Thompson is returning to the Edinburgh Fringe Festival this year with his critically acclaimed Mark’s Spectacular Science Show, which will play at the National Museum of Scotland.
Covent Garden Celebrates 50 Years of Street Performance Amid Renewed Licensing Concerns
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2025
The Covent Garden Street Performers Association has announced a major public celebration marking 50 years of modern street performance in Covent Garden. The one-day event will feature a full programme of performances from past and present artists
by BWW News Desk - April 24, 2025
The Covent Garden Street Performers Association has announced a major public celebration marking 50 years of modern street performance in Covent Garden. The one-day event will feature a full programme of performances from past and present artists
Bard in the Botanics Announce 2025 Season
by Natalie O'Donoghue - April 23, 2025
Bard in the Botanics has today announced details of its 2025 season.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - April 23, 2025
Bard in the Botanics has today announced details of its 2025 season.
GOODBYE, DREAMLAND BOWLARAMA Will Be Performed as Part of the A Play A Pie & A Pint Series
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Dundee-based theatre duo, Taylor Dysen & Calum Kelly, of the award-winning theatre company Elfie Picket, are delighted to be taking their new play, Goodbye, Dreamland Bowlarama down to the central belt as part of the A Play, A Pie & A Pint series.
by BWW News Desk - April 21, 2025
Dundee-based theatre duo, Taylor Dysen & Calum Kelly, of the award-winning theatre company Elfie Picket, are delighted to be taking their new play, Goodbye, Dreamland Bowlarama down to the central belt as part of the A Play, A Pie & A Pint series.
POLICE COPS Returns To Assembly Festival
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
Globally acclaimed Police Cops celebrate their 10th anniversary by bringing back the blockbuster show that started it all: Police Cops: The Original!
by BWW News Desk - April 18, 2025
Globally acclaimed Police Cops celebrate their 10th anniversary by bringing back the blockbuster show that started it all: Police Cops: The Original!
Tickets on Sale For MAKE IT HAPPEN Starring Brian Cox at Dundee Rep Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Dundee audiences can look forward to seeing Brian Cox make a return to the city in an epic new production at the Dundee Rep Theatre, with tickets now on-sale for the show's limited summer run.
by BWW News Desk - April 17, 2025
Dundee audiences can look forward to seeing Brian Cox make a return to the city in an epic new production at the Dundee Rep Theatre, with tickets now on-sale for the show's limited summer run.
PENGUIN Comes to the Tron Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
Tron Theatre will welcome Hamzeh Al Hussien and Amy Golding for the Scottish Premiere of Hamzeh's solo-show, Penguin, which will play our Changing House studio space for two nights only in May.
by BWW News Desk - April 16, 2025
Tron Theatre will welcome Hamzeh Al Hussien and Amy Golding for the Scottish Premiere of Hamzeh's solo-show, Penguin, which will play our Changing House studio space for two nights only in May.
World's Leading Festivals Will Gather in Edinburgh For European Arts Festivals Summit 2025
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2025
This April, Edinburgh will welcome the Arts Festivals Summit 2025, the premier annual gathering of Europe's most visionary festival makers.
by BWW News Desk - April 15, 2025
This April, Edinburgh will welcome the Arts Festivals Summit 2025, the premier annual gathering of Europe's most visionary festival makers.
Book Review: DRAMA GAMES FOR CLOWNING AND PHYSICAL COMEDY, Nick Hern Books
by Kat Mokrynski - April 14, 2025
Drama Games for Clowning and Physical Comedy, written by Joe Dieffenbacher, is one of a series, Drama Games, which, as one might guess from the title, has a range of different games for one to try in workshops, classes and/or rehearsals rooms, with topics like Shakespeare, young children and even “Those Who Like to Say No.” The goal of this particular book is to “Develop the playful mind (and body) of each Player” through quick-fire resources, teaching the art of the clown to anyone who wants to partake in the activities listed in the different parts.
by Kat Mokrynski - April 14, 2025
Drama Games for Clowning and Physical Comedy, written by Joe Dieffenbacher, is one of a series, Drama Games, which, as one might guess from the title, has a range of different games for one to try in workshops, classes and/or rehearsals rooms, with topics like Shakespeare, young children and even “Those Who Like to Say No.” The goal of this particular book is to “Develop the playful mind (and body) of each Player” through quick-fire resources, teaching the art of the clown to anyone who wants to partake in the activities listed in the different parts.
Phone-free gigs in May to raise money for CALM
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
Three Exclusive Phone-Free Gigs Across Scotland to Raise Money for Campaign Against Living Miserably Throughout May 2025
by BWW News Desk - April 14, 2025
Three Exclusive Phone-Free Gigs Across Scotland to Raise Money for Campaign Against Living Miserably Throughout May 2025
Tom Rosenthal to Bring WHATEVER PEOPLE SAY I AM, THAT'S WHAT I AM to Edinburgh Fringe
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2025
Award winning actor and comedian Tom Rosenthal will be returning to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year with his brand new show, 'Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I Am'. Learn more!
by BWW News Desk - April 10, 2025
Award winning actor and comedian Tom Rosenthal will be returning to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe this year with his brand new show, 'Whatever People Say I Am, That's What I Am'. Learn more!
Review: BAT OUT OF HELL, Kings Theatre Glasgow
by Mary Baillie - April 09, 2025
Based on the iconic songs of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf, Bat Out of Hell zooms into Glasgow like a Harley Davidson motorbike on steroids. Did I fully follow the batty plot? No. Did I have a blast soaking up the explosive choreography and legendary music? Absolutely.
by Mary Baillie - April 09, 2025
Based on the iconic songs of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf, Bat Out of Hell zooms into Glasgow like a Harley Davidson motorbike on steroids. Did I fully follow the batty plot? No. Did I have a blast soaking up the explosive choreography and legendary music? Absolutely.
Photos: THE GREAT PISTACHIO Returns To Brooklyn Before Heading To Edinburgh Fringe 2025
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2025
Following a successful 3-performance run this March, “The Great Pistachio” is back by popular demand for one final Brooklyn performance before heading overseas to the renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer. Check out photos from the show's most recent run.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2025
Following a successful 3-performance run this March, “The Great Pistachio” is back by popular demand for one final Brooklyn performance before heading overseas to the renowned Edinburgh Festival Fringe this summer. Check out photos from the show's most recent run.
Seemia Theatre's SARIA CALLAS to Premiere at Camden People's Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2025
Seemia Theatre will return with Saria Callas, a sexy, camp, pop-filled multimedia production that explores the taboo of women's voices, generational shifts in gender identity, and more.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2025
Seemia Theatre will return with Saria Callas, a sexy, camp, pop-filled multimedia production that explores the taboo of women's voices, generational shifts in gender identity, and more.
DARKFIELD AT THE DITCH Residency at STH Gets Three-Day Extension
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2025
For the first time, DARKFIELD are presenting one of their experiences outside their trademark shipping container, with ARCADE transposed into the untouched basement of iconic Grade II listed Shoreditch Town Hall.
by BWW News Desk - April 09, 2025
For the first time, DARKFIELD are presenting one of their experiences outside their trademark shipping container, with ARCADE transposed into the untouched basement of iconic Grade II listed Shoreditch Town Hall.
Robert Daws Will Lead William Humble's WODEHOUSE IN WONDERLAND
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Robert Daws (Jeeves and Wooster, Poldark), will bring to life the humour and heart of one of Britain’s greatest comic writers, when he stars in William Humble’s play Wodehouse in Wonderland.
by BWW News Desk - April 08, 2025
Robert Daws (Jeeves and Wooster, Poldark), will bring to life the humour and heart of one of Britain’s greatest comic writers, when he stars in William Humble’s play Wodehouse in Wonderland.
Dan Tiernan Returns to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe With ALL IN
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2025
Following countless rave reviews and a second consecutive sell-out, award-nominated run at the Fringe, 2023 Best Newcomer nominee Dan Tiernan is back and he's giving you everything he's got. No bluffing.
by BWW News Desk - April 07, 2025
Following countless rave reviews and a second consecutive sell-out, award-nominated run at the Fringe, 2023 Best Newcomer nominee Dan Tiernan is back and he's giving you everything he's got. No bluffing.
Review: THROUGH THE SHORTBREAD TIN, Tron Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - April 06, 2025
Through The Shortbread Tin is a brand-new show, performed in Scots with Gaelic songs, which explores Scottish culture, myths, history and identity.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - April 06, 2025
Through The Shortbread Tin is a brand-new show, performed in Scots with Gaelic songs, which explores Scottish culture, myths, history and identity.
Film Review: SIX THE MUSICAL LIVE!
by Kat Mokrynski - April 04, 2025
SIX the Musical Live! is the filmed version of the hit musical about the six wives of Henry VIII that has taken the world by storm. The show has been seen by over 3.5 million audience members around the world since it first debuted at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2017. The original West End cast reunited for several performances at the Vaudeville Theatre, taking on the roles of the Queens for what might be the final time.
by Kat Mokrynski - April 04, 2025
SIX the Musical Live! is the filmed version of the hit musical about the six wives of Henry VIII that has taken the world by storm. The show has been seen by over 3.5 million audience members around the world since it first debuted at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in 2017. The original West End cast reunited for several performances at the Vaudeville Theatre, taking on the roles of the Queens for what might be the final time.
Nan Shepherd: Naked And Unashamed Returns To The Studio At Pitlochry Festival Theatre This May
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2025
Nan Shepherd: Naked and Unashamed, which tells the story of the elusive Scottish naturalist and poet, Nan Shepherd, is set to make a return to the Studio at Pitlochry Festival Theatre this May.
by BWW News Desk - April 04, 2025
Nan Shepherd: Naked and Unashamed, which tells the story of the elusive Scottish naturalist and poet, Nan Shepherd, is set to make a return to the Studio at Pitlochry Festival Theatre this May.
Bridie Gane Set To Join The Team At Dundee Rep And Scottish Dance Theatre
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2025
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have appointed Bridie Gane as Dance Artist with the organisation. Learn more about Gane and about the organization here.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2025
Dundee Rep and Scottish Dance Theatre have appointed Bridie Gane as Dance Artist with the organisation. Learn more about Gane and about the organization here.
Keep It Fringe US Fund 2025 Now Open For Applications
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2025
The five US-based recipients will receive financial assistance, in the form of a $2,500 grant, and a comprehensive support package specifically designed to help US artists thrive at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
by BWW News Desk - April 03, 2025
The five US-based recipients will receive financial assistance, in the form of a $2,500 grant, and a comprehensive support package specifically designed to help US artists thrive at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Review: AN INSPECTOR CALLS, King's Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - April 02, 2025
JB Priestley's brilliantly constructed masterpiece powerfully dramatises the dangers of casual capitalism's cruelty, complacency and hypocrisy. Stephen Daldry's epic production highlights the play's enduring relevance.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - April 02, 2025
JB Priestley's brilliantly constructed masterpiece powerfully dramatises the dangers of casual capitalism's cruelty, complacency and hypocrisy. Stephen Daldry's epic production highlights the play's enduring relevance.
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