Written by Zoë Bullock Adapted from the work by Annouchka Gravel Galouchko Directed by Shilpa T-Hyland ★★★★ There’s something to be said about caring for our little nightmares before they ferment into larger ones - when their influence extends beyond just our own headspace. And that despite how they make us feel and the pain they … Continue reading Review: Shō and the Demons of the Deep – Platform, Glasgow
Directed by Taylor Doig and Jack Nixon Musical Direction by Mark McLauchlin and Jack Gardiner ★★★★★ With a cast of over thirty-five, nearly thirty musical numbers and forty-five years under their belt upholding all which makes communal youth theatre an important opportunity, it is with great pride that we congratulate Forth Children’s Theatre on an anniversary gala … Continue reading Review: Forth Children’s Theatre 45th Anniversary Gala – Church Hill Theatre, Edinburgh
Following their hugely successful run of a gender-blind Jesus Christ Superstar, the tenacity of and skill of the Edinburgh University Savoy Opera Group returns to Church Hill Theatre with a piece of musical theatre just as beloved, but with more teeth, in the kitschy and firm-favourite Little Shop of Horrors. A story of love, dentists, … Continue reading Have a Gander – EUSOG Presents Little Shop of Horrors
Book by Ross Stenhouse Adapted and Directed by Calum Moore Tickets from £14.00 ★★★ A pantomime miracle: not even a closed stage will keep the resilient staff of the Brunton in sour spirits as this evening’s sold-out Cinderella welcomes audiences following a school tour with plenty of festive cheer, smiles, and promise of a traditional night of … Continue reading Cinderella – Loretto School Theatre, East Lothian
Written by Alan McHugh Directed by Beth Morton Musical Direction & Arrangements by John Kielty Tickets from £15.50 ★★★★ A tale of old, one the cornerstone fairytales of Panto's heart, it’s an anniversary year for the Beacon. Beauty and the Beast marks the venue's tenth annual pantomime and the second year where the production is crafted in-house, … Continue reading Beauty and the Beast – Beacon Arts Centre, Greenock
Written by Paul Reakes Directed by Derek Ward Choreography by Mandy Black Musical Direction by Barrie Simcock Tickets from £15.00 (Con. available) ★★★★ In closing their 80th year of performance, Edinburgh People’s Theatre hasn’t lost a touch of their spark and enthusiasm for performance and communal theatre. Cinderella is told as a traditional pantomime, with all … Continue reading Cinderella – Edinburgh People’s Theatre, Church Hill Theatre
Written and Choreographed by Lacy Rain Produced by Ellie Street Tickets from £12.00 ★★★★ There’s only so much good-natured joy and family-friendly fun a person can take. Only so many smiling, bright-eyed wee ones cheering can scream before you start to see where Scrooge’s protestations of Humbuggery come from. It’s time for a happy ending … Continue reading Sleeping Booty – The Three Sisters, Edinburgh
Written by Andy McGregor Directed by Julie Ellen Musical Direction by Gary Cameron Tickets from £10.50 ★★★★ We’ve all had a stressful first day. Maybe with work, at school, or just our first big day out in the world. It’s Eric’s first day working in Santa’s Grotto – and though they’re excited at the opportunity, … Continue reading Eric the Elf – Macroberts Art Centre, Stirling
https://youtu.be/fDIq0CSfZMQ The Jolly Roger has been raised, and it’s time to batten down the hatches and enjoy some Pantomime fun with The Adventures of Peter Pan. As part of Capital Theatre’s continued efforts to make theatre more accessible for audiences, there are several accessible performances for the show throughout the Christmas period to cater to … Continue reading Have a Gander – The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan (Accessible Show)
https://youtu.be/13LRgCTASUI Created by, and starring Sarah Rose Graber and Ruxy Cantir, Unicorn Christmas Party is a festive and fantastical treat for young people and families, co-production by Capital Theatres and Raw Material. Find your inner unicorn and join glittering, magical unicorns, Melody and Luna, as they bring a little winter sunshine, moonlight, good times and a lot … Continue reading Have a Gander – Unicorn Christmas Party, The Studio
