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Marti Pellow Leads SCROOGE in New Musical Production at Glasgow's Armadillo
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2025
One of Scotland's favourite music stars Marti Pellow is set to fulfil his life-long dream: portraying Scrooge in a major new musical directed by one of the most exciting theatre directors in the UK.
Perth Youth Theatre Celebrates Six Decades Of Launching Careers
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2025
Perth Theatre and Concert Hall have announced that 2026 marks the 60th anniversary of Perth Youth Theatre, Scotland's oldest theatre-based youth company and the launchpad for some of the nation's most celebrated talent.
Scotland’s Contemporary Dance sector Takes Centre Stage at Lublin International Dance Theatres Festival 2025
by BWW News Desk - November 11, 2025
Scotland’s contemporary dance sector takes centre stage this November at the Lublin International Dance Theatres Festival in Poland, with a major programme of performances by Scottish artists and companies.
Review: BLOOD WEDDING, Chandler Studio Theatre
by Mary Baillie - November 10, 2025
Tanya Ronder’s adaptation of Federico García Lorca’s Blood Wedding follows the tragic love triangle between the Bride (Saffron Rae), the Groom (Jude Bain) and Leonarda (Rosie Mackay). When the Bride makes her choice on her wedding night, blood is shed as passion and honour collide in a world ruled by tradition and gossip. Ronder’s version adds a refreshing queer twist to the story, giving new depth to Lorca’s themes of desire and repression.
The National Theatre of Scotland Reveals 2026 Lineup
by BWW News Desk - November 07, 2025
The National Theatre of Scotland has announced its upcoming season for 2026, including three world premieres, five tours across Scotland, gig theatre, and much more.
Review: TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD, King's Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - November 05, 2025
Aaron Sorkin’s riveting, award-winning stage adaptation of the seminal American novel about racial injustice and childhood innocence became a Broadway and West End sensation with star-studded sell-out seasons on both sides of the Atlantic.
Citizens Theatre Reveals Associate Companies and Artists Programme Plus New Shows For 2026
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2025
The Citizens Theatre has announced a new initiative to support and collaborate with artists and theatre companies, alongside more productions in its reopening year.
Oran Mor Winter Panto returns with Mary Doll Poppins!
by Natalie O'Donoghue - November 04, 2025
From the creative minds behind the world-famous A Play, A Pie and A Pint, this year’s  production is MARY DOLL POPPINS — a riotous, wildly entertaining Glaswegian twist on  the beloved fairytale, written and directed by Martin McCormick. 
Christmas at Platform: A Christmas Carol
by Natalie O'Donoghue - November 04, 2025
A heartwarming twist on a classic Christmas tale, the show is written by Lewis Hetherington, directed by Rosalind Sydney and presented by Platform in association with Glasgow Kelvin College.
Review: LET THE RIGHT ONE IN, New Athenaeum Theatre
by Mary Baillie - November 03, 2025
Performed fittingly on Halloween, this stage version of Let the Right One In adapted from John Ajvide Lindqvist’s novel and film captures the eerie chill of Blackeberg, Sweden. The story follows Oskar, a lonely and bullied boy who befriends a strange young girl named Eli. She smells like a wet dog, speaks like an old person, jumps unnaturally high, and refuses to eat sweets. Gradually it becomes clear (though never directly stated) that Eli harbours a dark secret. She is some sort of serial killer or vampire - possibly an ancient being trapped in a child’s body who manipulates young boys to help her survive. This is a play of simple language yet abundant subtext. It is not an easy one to stage, yet Finn de Hertog’s production is bloody impressive.
Review: HAUNS AFF MA HAUNTED BIN! Oran Mor
by Natalie O'Donoghue - November 02, 2025
When Auntie Sandra catches her niece Lisa’s cheating, abusive husband in the act, she batters him to death with no hesitation. Armed only with knowledge from Channel 5 crime documentaries, the pair decide to hide the murder by chopping the body up and putting it in bags ready for bin day
Review: HAMILTON, Theatre Royal
by Natalie O'Donoghue - November 02, 2025
Hamilton is the story of America's Founding Father Alexander Hamilton, an immigrant from the West Indies who became George Washington's right-hand man during the Revolutionary War and helped shape the very foundations of the America we know today. The score blends hip-hop, jazz, blues, rap, R&B and Broadway - the story of America then, as told by America now.
November Listings at Theatre 118
by Natalie O'Donoghue - November 02, 2025
Theatre 118 is a groundbreaking, grassroots company and venue which has transformed office space – at 118 Osborne Street, Glasgow, G1 5RP – into a vibrant hub of creativity.
New Dates Including Southbank Centre Added to UK Tour Of THE BOY AT THE BACK OF THE CLASS
by BWW News Desk - October 31, 2025
New dates have been announced as part of the 2026 UK Tour of The Boy at the Back of the Class.  The tour will now also play at Southampton's Mayflower Studios, Edinburgh's Festival Theatre, Eastbourne's Devonshire Park Theatre, and more.
Traverse Theatre Reveals Cast For DANCING SHOES
by BWW News Desk - October 30, 2025
The Traverse Theatre has announced the cast for its upcoming production of DANCING SHOES by Stephen Christopher and Graeme Smith, which will run in Traverse 1 from December 4–20, 2025.
Graham Norton Named Newest Ambassador of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2025
The Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society has announced Graham Norton as the newest Ambassador of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Learn more about the appointment here!
James Clements Will Present THE BURNS PROJECT, Directed By Cora Bissett
by BWW News Desk - October 29, 2025
Actor and writer James Clements will present The Burns Project, a new theatrical exploration of Scotland’s national poet, directed by Cora Bissett and supported by the National Trust for Scotland.
Review: Righ Iasgair: The Fisher King, Oran Mor
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 25, 2025
Lexie and Effie are best friends, but Lexie has a secret that she won’t share, and Effie is determined to find out what it is.
Review: THE GLASS MENAGERIE, Citizens Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 24, 2025
Tom, trapped in a soul-crushing job and burdened with the weight of supporting his overbearing mother, Amanda, and painfully shy sister, Laura, longs for escape. When he invites Jim, a charming but well-meaning acquaintance, to dinner, Amanda seizes the moment to secure Laura’s future happiness.
Review: ARLINGTON, Tron Theatre
by Gary Naylor - October 24, 2025
Bleak, yet hopeful, drama/dance hybrid gives food for thought
Cast Set BEAUTY AND THE BEAST at the Citizens Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
A celebration of being bold and gloriously yourself, this year's Citizens Theatre production of Beauty and The Beast is a family-friendly and funny new take on the classic fairytale.
THE OLIVE BOY Comes to Southwark Playhouse
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
When Ollie Maddigan was fifteen, his mother died. The Olive Boy is based on a true story, one that he has been trying to tell ever since. Learn more about the show here!
Scottish Sitcom TWO DOORS DOWN Will Be Adapted For the Stage With Original Cast Members
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
The Scottish television sitcom Two Doors Down will be adapted for the stage and is coming to Scotland next year!  The live performance will feature the show's original cast members. Learn more here!
Aberdeen Magical Society Unveils Line-up For Annual Show
by BWW News Desk - October 23, 2025
Aberdeen Magical Society has unveiled the line-up for its popular annual show. The showcase of top north east magical talent takes place in November. Learn more!
HAMLET Comes To Aberdeen in November
by BWW News Desk - October 20, 2025
Following a sell-out run at the Edinburgh International Festival in 2024, Teatro La Plaza's bold and vibrant take on the classic tragedy Hamlet comes to Aberdeen as part of a global tour that has visited Melbourne, New York and Seoul.

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