Review: UP, Tron Theatre
by Mary Baillie - September 16, 2024
We discover the chances of perishing in a commercial plane crash are 29.4 million to one. Comforting—unless you’re that one. Visible Fictions presented the world premiere of original work 'Up' at the Tron in Glasgow last week, which will continue to tour Scotland until the 5th of October. The piece follows lucky Jay and unlucky Jayme, who meet on a plane as it crashes towards Earth.
by Mary Baillie - September 16, 2024
We discover the chances of perishing in a commercial plane crash are 29.4 million to one. Comforting—unless you’re that one. Visible Fictions presented the world premiere of original work 'Up' at the Tron in Glasgow last week, which will continue to tour Scotland until the 5th of October. The piece follows lucky Jay and unlucky Jayme, who meet on a plane as it crashes towards Earth.
Review: HISTORY OF PAPER, Tron Theatre
by Mary Baillie - September 16, 2024
A pizza express menu. A birthday card. A birth certificate. A note. A shopping receipt. In a world so overtaken by technology, this play beautifully uncovers the quiet power of paper, revealing how much of our lives—birthdays, milestones, even dinner plans—are still shaped by what’s printed on single sheets.
by Mary Baillie - September 16, 2024
A pizza express menu. A birthday card. A birth certificate. A note. A shopping receipt. In a world so overtaken by technology, this play beautifully uncovers the quiet power of paper, revealing how much of our lives—birthdays, milestones, even dinner plans—are still shaped by what’s printed on single sheets.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: CATHERINE COHEN: COME FOR ME, Pleasance Courtyard
by Kat Mokrynski - September 16, 2024
Catherine Cohen: Come For Me is self-described as a “openly glamorous, decidedly horny comedy cabaret,” and that is certainly accurate! Cohen also compares her show to Punchdrunk’s Sleep No More, an immersive theatrical experience, and she’s not wrong.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 16, 2024
Catherine Cohen: Come For Me is self-described as a “openly glamorous, decidedly horny comedy cabaret,” and that is certainly accurate! Cohen also compares her show to Punchdrunk’s Sleep No More, an immersive theatrical experience, and she’s not wrong.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: STAMPTOWN, Pleasance Courtyard
by Kat Mokrynski - September 16, 2024
As someone who has seen versions of Stamptown in both Edinburgh and London, I was very much looking forward to seeing the show at the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe in the Pleasance Courtyard - Grand, a 750-seat venue.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 16, 2024
As someone who has seen versions of Stamptown in both Edinburgh and London, I was very much looking forward to seeing the show at the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe in the Pleasance Courtyard - Grand, a 750-seat venue.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: MICHAEL KUNZE: INFINITY MIRROR, Underbelly, Cowgate
by Kat Mokrynski - September 16, 2024
Walking into Michael Kunze: Infinity Mirror, audiences are greeted by Kunze himself, who is standing on the stage making sandwiches. After taking a few orders from audience members, he then begins some audience participation, tossing slices of fake ham into the audience and encouraging them to throw them like a Frisbee onto the slice of bread.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 16, 2024
Walking into Michael Kunze: Infinity Mirror, audiences are greeted by Kunze himself, who is standing on the stage making sandwiches. After taking a few orders from audience members, he then begins some audience participation, tossing slices of fake ham into the audience and encouraging them to throw them like a Frisbee onto the slice of bread.
Review: THE LAST CABARET ON EARTH, Oran Mor
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 15, 2024
An electrifying show full of music and laughter by Brian James O’Sullivan that asks “how would you want to spend your last hour?”
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 15, 2024
An electrifying show full of music and laughter by Brian James O’Sullivan that asks “how would you want to spend your last hour?”
Review: NISH, DON'T KILL MY VIBE, Kings Theatre Glasgow
by Mary Baillie - September 14, 2024
Who knew dissecting global politics could be such a riot? In his latest show, Nish Kumar (best known for The Mash Report and Taskmaster) proves we need punchlines to survive punch-ups. Blending sharp political commentary with razor-sharp wit, the left-wing comic delivers a cleverly crafted set that walks the fine line between entertainment and thought-provoking social reflection.
by Mary Baillie - September 14, 2024
Who knew dissecting global politics could be such a riot? In his latest show, Nish Kumar (best known for The Mash Report and Taskmaster) proves we need punchlines to survive punch-ups. Blending sharp political commentary with razor-sharp wit, the left-wing comic delivers a cleverly crafted set that walks the fine line between entertainment and thought-provoking social reflection.
Review: There Is No Room In Our Bathroom For Lewis Capaldi
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 13, 2024
Seventeen year old Gwen has 8 siblings and a long list of daily tasks to get them ready and out the door each morning for school; until one day she doesn’t. The wee kids are all still at home eating cereal and no-one knows where she has gone…
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 13, 2024
Seventeen year old Gwen has 8 siblings and a long list of daily tasks to get them ready and out the door each morning for school; until one day she doesn’t. The wee kids are all still at home eating cereal and no-one knows where she has gone…
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: SHEEPS: THE GIGGLE BUNCH (THAT'S OUR NAME FOR YOU) - Pleasance Courtyard
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Sheeps: The Giggle Bunch (That's Our Name For You) has been performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for over a decade, and now they’re bringing what may be their final show to the Pleasance.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Sheeps: The Giggle Bunch (That's Our Name For You) has been performing at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe for over a decade, and now they’re bringing what may be their final show to the Pleasance.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: ALEXANDER BENNETT: EMOTIONAL DAREDEVIL, Gilded Balloon Patter House
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Alexander Bennett: Emotional Daredevil is certainly a show that presents reviewers with a challenge - how do you discuss a show that the performer asks you to not spoil in any way? This request is not unreasonable for this particular show, as it does heavily depend on audience members coming in with no idea of what to expect.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Alexander Bennett: Emotional Daredevil is certainly a show that presents reviewers with a challenge - how do you discuss a show that the performer asks you to not spoil in any way? This request is not unreasonable for this particular show, as it does heavily depend on audience members coming in with no idea of what to expect.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: RIKI LINDHOME: DEAD INSIDE, Pleasance Courtyard
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Riki Lindhome: Dead Inside has Lindhome taking audiences on her infertility journey, a term she hates but still uses. This is not her first time discussing her infertility - she did a television episode about it, which she shows the audience a clip of, giving us a sneak peek at what we’ll be hearing about for the next hour.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Riki Lindhome: Dead Inside has Lindhome taking audiences on her infertility journey, a term she hates but still uses. This is not her first time discussing her infertility - she did a television episode about it, which she shows the audience a clip of, giving us a sneak peek at what we’ll be hearing about for the next hour.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: CHARACTER FLAW, Underbelly, Bristo Square
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Character Flaw, written and performed by Philippa Dawson, takes audience members into the mind of Dawson, particularly looking at her experiences with ADHD and queer identity. We begin with Dawson telling us about some of her experiences with embarrassing moments, which then leads into one of the main themes of ADHD.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Character Flaw, written and performed by Philippa Dawson, takes audience members into the mind of Dawson, particularly looking at her experiences with ADHD and queer identity. We begin with Dawson telling us about some of her experiences with embarrassing moments, which then leads into one of the main themes of ADHD.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: THE GREATEST MAGIC SHOW, Assembly George Square Gardens
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
The Greatest Magic Show begins with a bang as the incredibly energetic ringmaster, Magnus, bursts on stage, singing a parody of Aladdin’s “Arabian Nights” with lyrics about him travelling the world to find what he considers to be the “greatest show.” Now, he’s here to present all of the great things he has seen, with help from Sam and Justin.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
The Greatest Magic Show begins with a bang as the incredibly energetic ringmaster, Magnus, bursts on stage, singing a parody of Aladdin’s “Arabian Nights” with lyrics about him travelling the world to find what he considers to be the “greatest show.” Now, he’s here to present all of the great things he has seen, with help from Sam and Justin.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: ALEX KITSON: MUST I PAINT YOU A PICTURE?, Hoots @ Potterrow
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Alex Kitson: Must I Paint You A Picture? is a show with a strong hook - Kitson, who has been told to be more personal in his comedy, has a big secret, and he is going to reveal it by the end of the show. But, before that secret is revealed, we’re going to be treated to some fun standup comedy.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 13, 2024
Alex Kitson: Must I Paint You A Picture? is a show with a strong hook - Kitson, who has been told to be more personal in his comedy, has a big secret, and he is going to reveal it by the end of the show. But, before that secret is revealed, we’re going to be treated to some fun standup comedy.
COMMON TONGUE Will Premiere at Cumbernauld Theatre and The Scottish Storytelling Centre
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2024
Common Tongue is a brand new play exploring the impact of language and identity in Scotland, presented by JGProducing in association with Cumbernauld Theatre and supported by Creative Scotland, which will tour to Cumbernauld and Edinburgh this September.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2024
Common Tongue is a brand new play exploring the impact of language and identity in Scotland, presented by JGProducing in association with Cumbernauld Theatre and supported by Creative Scotland, which will tour to Cumbernauld and Edinburgh this September.
Dance Base Reveals Jeanie Scott as New Chief Executive and Extends Tony Mills' Term as Artistic Director
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2024
Dance Base has announced that its new Chief Executive will be Jeanie Scott. Scott will join the organisation in early November, taking over from current Chief Executive Jim Hollington on 15 November.
by BWW News Desk - September 12, 2024
Dance Base has announced that its new Chief Executive will be Jeanie Scott. Scott will join the organisation in early November, taking over from current Chief Executive Jim Hollington on 15 November.
Photos: First Look At NOW THAT'S WHAT I CALL A MUSICAL UK & Ireland Tour
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2024
See first look photos of the world premiere of NOW That’s What I Call A Musical. The UK & Ireland tour started on 6 September in Aylesbury and runs until 12 April 2025.
by BWW News Desk - September 10, 2024
See first look photos of the world premiere of NOW That’s What I Call A Musical. The UK & Ireland tour started on 6 September in Aylesbury and runs until 12 April 2025.
Review: POKER ALICE, Oran Mor
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 07, 2024
Alice, saddled with debt by her recently departed husband, is playing in a poker game with a chance to win a seat at the finals in Las Vegas.
by Natalie O'Donoghue - September 07, 2024
Alice, saddled with debt by her recently departed husband, is playing in a poker game with a chance to win a seat at the finals in Las Vegas.
A COUNTRY NIGHT IN NASHVILLE Hits Fundraising Milestone Ahead of Performances at Glasgow's King's Theatre
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
Ahead of performances of A Country Night in Nashville at the King's Theatre, Glasgow, producers Handshake Limited, from Saddleworth in Greater Manchester, have announced that audiences for the show have raised more than £26,000 for Teenage Cancer Trust.
by Blair Ingenthron - September 07, 2024
Ahead of performances of A Country Night in Nashville at the King's Theatre, Glasgow, producers Handshake Limited, from Saddleworth in Greater Manchester, have announced that audiences for the show have raised more than £26,000 for Teenage Cancer Trust.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: IVO GRAHAM: GRAND DESIGNS, Pleasance Courtyard
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
Ivo Graham: Grand Designs is a show, according to Graham, made up of lists to deal with the chaos that the comedian has been facing. Throughout the hour we have with him, Graham discusses his love for football, his family and friends and how music has made an impact on his life.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
Ivo Graham: Grand Designs is a show, according to Graham, made up of lists to deal with the chaos that the comedian has been facing. Throughout the hour we have with him, Graham discusses his love for football, his family and friends and how music has made an impact on his life.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: REUBEN KAYE: LIVE AND INTIMIDATING, Assembly George Square Gardens
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
From the beginning of Reuben Kaye: Live and Intimidating, you know you are in for something different than your usual Fringe show. This is something that Kaye acknowledges himself as he wanders through the crowd, declaring that he will be starting with the dark stuff, saying that his attitude is like “they recast Jaws with Camila Parker-Bowles'
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
From the beginning of Reuben Kaye: Live and Intimidating, you know you are in for something different than your usual Fringe show. This is something that Kaye acknowledges himself as he wanders through the crowd, declaring that he will be starting with the dark stuff, saying that his attitude is like “they recast Jaws with Camila Parker-Bowles'
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: COME DINE WITH ME: THE MUSICAL, Underbelly, Bristo Square
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
Come Dine With Me: The Musical. is an adaptation of the hit television series that has four strangers cook meals for one another, ranking them in order to win the grand prize by the end. The show follows not only the contestants on the show but also those filming it, particularly the producer, Mary, camera operator, Roy, and sound man, Teddy.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
Come Dine With Me: The Musical. is an adaptation of the hit television series that has four strangers cook meals for one another, ranking them in order to win the grand prize by the end. The show follows not only the contestants on the show but also those filming it, particularly the producer, Mary, camera operator, Roy, and sound man, Teddy.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: ALEX PRESCOT: I'VE GOT A SONG ABOUT THAT, Laughing Horse @ City Cafe
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
Alex Prescot: I’ve Got A Song About That has quite the explanatory title - Prescot, a musical comedian, claims to have a song for every situation, and he is here to prove it through a show. We begin with crowd work, with Prescot asking audience members a range of questions.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
Alex Prescot: I’ve Got A Song About That has quite the explanatory title - Prescot, a musical comedian, claims to have a song for every situation, and he is here to prove it through a show. We begin with crowd work, with Prescot asking audience members a range of questions.
Review: EDINBURGH 2024: HOUSE OF CLEOPATRA, Assembly Checkpoint
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
With a book by Laura Kleinbaum, music by Jeff Daye and lyrics by both Kleinbaum and Daye, House of Cleopatra brings audiences into the world of the iconic queen through pop music in a club-like atmosphere. Audience members stand and watch as most of the action takes place on stage, though it does sometimes spill out into the crowd.
by Kat Mokrynski - September 06, 2024
With a book by Laura Kleinbaum, music by Jeff Daye and lyrics by both Kleinbaum and Daye, House of Cleopatra brings audiences into the world of the iconic queen through pop music in a club-like atmosphere. Audience members stand and watch as most of the action takes place on stage, though it does sometimes spill out into the crowd.
Equity Rally Prompts Talks With Scottish Culture Minister
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Over three hundred people attended a vibrant rally to “Stop the Cuts” to arts funding threatened by the Scottish Government, causing Culture Minister Angus Robertson to agree to an impromptu meeting with union representatives inside Parliament as the demonstrations were ongoing.
by BWW News Desk - September 05, 2024
Over three hundred people attended a vibrant rally to “Stop the Cuts” to arts funding threatened by the Scottish Government, causing Culture Minister Angus Robertson to agree to an impromptu meeting with union representatives inside Parliament as the demonstrations were ongoing.
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