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Review: DIRTY DANCING, King's Theatre Glasgow
by Mary Baillie - October 26, 2023
You'll have the time of your life watching this classic at King's Theatre this week. Featuring phenomenal choreography, catchy tunes and impressive production value, Federico Bellone's Dirty Dancing is entertaining, exciting and oh so enticing. Like Baby, nobody puts this show in the corner!
Peter Pan: Boy George Set to Make Panto Debut as Captain Hook in Arena Spectacular
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 25, 2023
From Culture Club to The A Team, I'm A Celebrity to The Voice, singer, actor and fashion designer Boy George has done it all... almost. 
Review: NAE EXPECTATIONS, Tron Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 25, 2023
Nae Expectations is Gary McNair’s fresh look at the Dickens classic, with a Glasgow tongue and a gallus spirit. Young Pip battles with monstrous adults, the class system and most of all his inner demons as he tries to work out who he is, what he wants to be and how to find his own way in the world.
Festive Show GINGER Comes To Tramway, Glasgow This Christmas
by BWW News Desk - October 24, 2023
This Christmas at Tramway, there's festive fun for families from award-winning theatre company Tortoise in a Nutshell, with playful production Ginger. The delightful interactive show, which tells the story of a gingerbread misfit, will be at the Glasgow Life-managed arts venue from 6-16 December.
Review: DISFUNCTION, Òran Mór, Glasgow
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 21, 2023
Two sisters have been playing and perfecting their secret sibling game for decades. Now in their sixties, and about to lose their home, it’s time to unleash the family fun on the world.
14th Annual MagicFest Returns This Christmas
by BWW News Desk - October 19, 2023
The Edinburgh International Festival of Magic is back for a fabulous 14th year – with international star Kevin Quantum topping the bill. 
Review: JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR, King's Theatre Glasgow
by Fiona Scott - October 18, 2023
The touring version of the acclaimed Regents Park Open Air Theatre production of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice’s Jesus Christ Superstar comes to Glasgow. After an initial UK (indoor) run at the Barbican, the show toured the US before embarking on this UK tour.
Citizens Theatre Reveals Paul McNamee as New Chair of Board of Trustees
by BWW News Desk - October 17, 2023
The Citizens Theatre has announced that Paul McNamee has been appointed as the new Chair of its Board of Trustees. He will succeed April Chamberlain, who has served the maximum term and will step down at the AGM in November 2023.
Wilbur's Wilde Clan Comes to MEMO Music Hall This Holiday Season
by BWW News Desk - October 12, 2023
An unforgettable night of family harmony and Rocking Rhythms comes to MEMO Music Hall on Saturday December 16 when Wilbur’s Wilde Clan join forces to celebrate Christmas.
Review: QUIZ: THE COUGHING MAJOR MILLIONAIRE SCANDAL, King's Theatre Glasgow
by Mary Baillie - October 12, 2023
It’s worth coughing up some cash for Daniel Evans’ and Sean Linnen’s Quiz: The Coughing Major Millionaire Scandal at Kings’ Theatre this week.
Elisabeth Schilling Will Bring Exclusive Scottish Tour Of HEAR EYES MOVE - DANCES WITH LIGETI to The Byre and Music Hall This Autumn
by BWW News Desk - October 11, 2023
After a series of highly-acclaimed European performances across 2021-2023, HEAR EYES MOVE - Dances with Ligeti (created by award-winning dance artist and choreographer, Elisabeth Schilling) will visit St. Andrews at The Byre Theatre (17 October - 6:30pm) and Aberdeen's Music Hall (21 October - 8:00pm).
Scottish Young Musicians Returns With Competitions That Aim to Increase Participation to More Young People Across Scotland
by BWW News Desk - October 10, 2023
Scottish Young Musicians, Scotland's leading festival of music competitions, is returning for 2024 to give young people across the country the chance to compete for the titles of Solo Performer of the Year, Ensemble of the Year and Brass Ensemble of the Year.
Celtic Connections 2024 Set For Expansive Programme of Unmissable Music
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 10, 2023
World-renowned Glasgow festival Celtic Connections will once again light up stages, venues and dark winter nights from Thursday 18 January to Sunday 4 February 2024, for what will be one of its biggest-ever capacity festivals.
Cast Set For ALADDIN at the Perth Theatre
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2023
Barrie Hunter and his pals are back in Perth Theatre for this year's family festive treat Aladdin! Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Scottish Society Of Playwrights Reveals The Winner Of The Third Hector MacMillan Award For Best New Scottish Play
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2023
The Scottish Society of Playwrights has announced that the winner of the third Hector MacMillan Award for Best New Scottish Play is  JAMES IV: QUEEN OF THE FIGHT by RONA MUNRO. Learn more about the play here!
Joe McFadden Joins THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Tour in Glasgow as 'The Narrator'
by BWW News Desk - October 09, 2023
Glasgow born actor and winner of Strictly Come Dancing Joe McFadden will join the tour of the legendary, classic smash hit musical The Rocky Horror Show for a limited run in his beloved hometown of Glasgow. Learn more about where to catch the show here!
Review: BATTERY PARK, The Gaiety, Ayr
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 08, 2023
It's 1992 and Tommy McIntosh is the next big thing in Britpop Britain. His band Battery Park, a raucous female-fronted 4-piece from Greenock are recording their debut album and preparing to tour the country supporting Oasis. But then, out of the blue, they disappear from the scene and are never heard of again.
Monkey Barrel Comedy Unveils Exciting Lineup of Shows for October
by BWW News Desk - October 06, 2023
Discover the exciting lineup of comedy shows at Monkey Barrel Comedy this month. From the Christmas & New Year Specials to live streamed performances, don't miss out on the best acts in town. Get your tickets now and experience a night filled with laughter and entertainment.
Upcoming Theatre and Comedy at Glasgow's Pavilion Theatre
by Natalie O'Donoghue - October 04, 2023
Upcoming theatre and comedy at the Pavilion Theatre in Glasgow
BRITAIN'S GOT TALENT Winner Viggo Venn Announces UK National Tour
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2023
Impatient Productions have announced that recent Britain's Got Talent winner, and newly anointed national treasure, Viggo Venn, will embark on his debut UK tour with brand-new show British Comedian.
MY DORIC DIARY Comes to the Tron Theatre This Month
by BWW News Desk - October 03, 2023
Tron Theatre will welcome Doric TikTok sensation AyeTunes! with their jukebox musical My Doric Diary on its Scottish tour following a widely successful run in 2022. Learn more about the production here!
Varjack-Lowry Presents the World Premiere THE BABY QUESTION 
by BWW News Desk - September 29, 2023
'The Baby Question' film and after event explores the experiences of childfree and childless women. The tour will visit multiple UK cities, with after event parties hosted by local artists.
Review: 2:22 A GHOST STORY, Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
by Mary Baillie - September 29, 2023
If you go to 2:22 A Ghost Story expecting traditional spine-chilling phantoms, you will be disappointed. Renouned in the West End for starry casts and numerous awards, 2:22 A Ghost Story isn't really a ghost story at all. Far from the horror genre one might expect, the piece is more of an amusing but long-winded exploration of how we define ghosts and how we view ghost believers... with the occasional jumpscare.
The Lot Productions and Queer Was Always Here Partner to Increase Accessibility to the Arts for LGBTQIA+ Youth
by BWW News Desk - September 28, 2023
he Lot Productions and Queer Was Always Here have teamed up to improve access to the arts for LGBTQIA+ young people. Their first initiative is a ticket scheme offering discounted tickets for the play 'What It Means' at Wilton's Music Hall. Find out more about this collaboration and how to get involved here.
The Pleasance Reveals Fringe highlights in Best of Edinburgh Season
by BWW News Desk - September 26, 2023
Hot off the heels of another successful year at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, the Pleasance Theatre Trust present a London season of some of the best and brightest theatre and comedy from the festival. Learn more about the season lineup here!

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