It's not all about long-glitzy runs, sometimes the very best in entertainment can be a fleeting moment - a single night's performance amidst the musical juggernauts which roll into Edinburgh. Few venues host a more diverse and engaging repertoire of these events than Capital Theatres at the Festival Theatre or The Studio. From some legendary … Continue reading Have A Gander – Capital Theatres: One Night Only
Written and Performed by RJ Hunter Composition by Robyn Lawrence Dramaturg/Access Support by Indra Wilson ★★★★ Maintaining the evolving legacy of Scottish Spoken Word, which no doubt aided in securing them the title of Loud Poet’s Grand Slam Poetry Champion last year, writer, composer, and spoken word artist RJ Hunter changes the dynamics of the … Continue reading Review: Stupid Sexy Poem Show – The Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
As we come to the twilight moments of 2023, the Corr Blimey team have had a few drinks (and a couple of arguments) but plenty of fond memories about the best of Scottish Theatre this year. And while enormously entertaining touring productions and revivals have found their way into Scotland, this list celebrates the homegrown … Continue reading Have A Gander – Scottish Theatre 2023
Looking for an alternative to the Pantomime cheer? Feeling a touch Scroogeish over Buttons, Cloots and Cracker Jokes? Well, Scotland has plenty to offer in the alternative Christmas feasts this festive season. From some returning contemporary classics for kids, to an inspirational new Ballet, and maybe even a touch of cryptocurrency... Our team will be … Continue reading Have A Gander – Festive Shows 2023
It’s the most wonderful time of the year. And we can say with confidence, that it isn’t the Festival Fringe. That’s right folks, it’s Panto-season! Strap on those hooks, dig out the britches and slap on some lippy – as some of your favourite Panto baddies and dames return for another slice of the nation’s … Continue reading Have A Gander – Pantomime 2023
What a year. What a remarkably engaging, diverse, and warming year we've had across Scotland with this festival to celebrate the art of storytelling in all its traditional (and some new) guises. The launch of a new podcast, Another Story, which explored the themes of the festival in a more accessible and communal manner, enabling … Continue reading Have a Gander – The Scottish International Storytelling Festival 2023
It's that time of year once more folks - as comedy, theatre, cabaret, magic and storytelling don a more ghoulish guise as they embrace the darker tales to offer tricks and treats for Edinburgh audiences. Featuring a couple of reanimated favourites, plenty of original creations, and a heaping helping of scares and frights - the … Continue reading Have A Gander – Edinburgh Horror Festival 2023
https://youtu.be/VcbpHerOI4A Hearts racing, blood flowing and an eagerness to strap on some hiking gear and a go-pro. It can only be one thing: Banff. Returning to its home in Edinburgh at the Festival Theatre, where once more audiences are reminded of the venue's tremendously clear and large-scale screen, the Banff Mountain Film Festival is an annual event, … Continue reading The Banff Mountain Film Festival: Red Programme – Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Created by Unqualified Design Studio ★★★★ Who shall cast the first stone? Strictly, the performative elements of Without Sin lay resoundingly in the hands of the participants, such being the nature of an immersive experience. There are introductory elements and closure to the piece, narrated well and aided tremendously in soothing wary ‘sinners’ into the make-shift confessional … Continue reading Without Sin – Summerhall Courtyard
Let’s just get this clear; children’s shows aren’t just for kids. Quite often, we find that the level of dedication, thought and ingenuity that goes into productions designed for younger audiences far excels that of their grown-up counterparts. From contemporary spins and ghastly tales to forgetful kitties to Polar Bears, Pianos, and Selkies, no genre … Continue reading Have A Gander – Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023: Family Shows
