PLEASANCE COURTYARD

by Natalie O'Donoghue - February 20, 2026

Based on the extraordinary true story of a sixteen-year-old girl who led France to victory in the Hundred Years War,  Saint Joan explores power, gender and youth-led change, taking us on the journey of someone from a marginalised background impacting international politics....

by Natalie O'Donoghue - February 19, 2026

A new production of CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG smashes into King's Theatre direct from a strictly limited West End run. Don’t miss this guaranteed Christmas catastrophe from Mischief, the multi award-winning company behind The Play That Goes Wrong, Peter Pan Goes Wrong and The Comedy About a Bank ...

by Mary Baillie - February 09, 2026

Top Hat tap-danced its way into Glasgow this week, bringing with it plenty of sparkle and some superb performances. Based on the 1930s film, the plot depicts a classic case of mistaken identity: American dancer Jerry Travers arrives in London, falls for society girl Dale Tremont, and through a serie...

by Natalie O'Donoghue - February 07, 2026

Burnout is a feeling some of us know all too well, but how can it be confronted? And is it here for the long-run? Burnout: A Verbatim Play explores the psychological and physical impacts of burnout in education, healthcare, activism, and more....

by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 31, 2026

Size Matters is a wildly inventive new show from Mamoru Iriguchi (Eaten, What You See When Your Eyes Are Closed / What You Don’t See When Your Eyes Are Open). Blending puppetry, science, and surrealist theatre, Julia and Mamoru and their puppet doubles explore how time and perception shift with si...

by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 28, 2026

A timeless fairytale and Academy Award-winning movie, The Red Shoes has captivated audiences and inspired generations of dancers with its powerful tale of obsession, possession and one girl’s dream to be the greatest dancer in the world. Victoria Page lives to dance but her ambitions become a fier...

by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 26, 2026

Following last year’s sell-out success of Icons Volume 1, Roaming Roots Revue returns for Icons Volume 2. Now in its 14th year, Roaming Roots is an acclaimed, multi-generational live music experience, curated and hosted by Emmy Award-winning Scottish musician, composer, and BBC broadcaster Roddy H...

by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 26, 2026

A commanding live performer blessed with an unforgettable voice, Amythyst Kiah combines the political and the deeply personal in her music; embracing spirituality, grief, joy, healing and love in all its incarnations. She makes a welcome return to Celtic Connections after making a splash as part of ...

by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 25, 2026

This vibrant, 13-piece ensemble revives the spirit and musical exuberance of Bruce Springsteen’s Grammy-winning album, We Shall Overcome: The Seeger Sessions. That record saw The Boss breathe new life into the powerful, socially conscious back catalogue of legendary folk icon and activist Pete See...

by Natalie O'Donoghue - January 25, 2026

Siobhan Miller returns to Celtic Connections for her biggest headline show to date, a one-night celebration in the iconic Old Fruitmarket marking the release of her first live album....