Written by Anton Chekhov Adapted by Mike Poulton Directed by James Brining Review by Dominic Corr The Royal Lyceum ★★★★ A vivid, sharp-edged debut for a new era at The Lyceum, The Seagull marries brash comic energy with moments of sombre reflection, anchored by a commanding turn from Caroline Quentin and a richly textured ensemble … Continue reading Review: The Seagull – The Royal Lyceum, Edinburgh
Adapted by David Greig and Jackie Crichton from Julia Donaldson and Axel Sheffler's Book Directed by Katie Beard Tickets from £13.00 ★★★ There’s a severe lack of stories which celebrate being bad. Or rather, have fun with their baddies and ghoulies; The Baddies, from Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler (Stickman), here adapted by David Grieg and Jackie Crichton, puts the rogues, witches, … Continue reading Review: The Baddies – The Royal Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
https://youtu.be/IsOEUkJtxFI Music and Lyrics by Stephen Sondheim Book by Hugh Wheeler Directed by Susie Dumbreck Tickets from £18.00 ★★★★★ We hope you’re comfortably in attendance for the ballad of musical theatre’s cut-throat musical, the family black sheep, which revels in the macabre and Victorian-London draping surrounding it. An ambitious and hugely successful production, this isn’t … Continue reading Review: Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street – Church Hill Theatre, Edinburgh
Written by David Greig Directed by Jack Nurse Review by Dominic Corr Cumbernauld Theatre at The Lanternhouse: Tickets ★★★★ Held under house arrest for charges of human trafficking, a man who stated that women ‘bear a responsibility’ for sexual assault and recently described as an ‘important voice’ for young men, this man has over ten … Continue reading Review: The Events – The Lantern House, Cumbernauld
Written by Hans Christian Andersen, Adapted by Morna Young Directed by Cora Bissett Composition and Sound Design by Finn Anderson Tickets from £22.50, £10.00 for children ★★★ As the cold winds blow and chill to the bone, Edinburgh envelopes itself in a glittering robe of festive cheer once more as the Royal Lyceum revives its … Continue reading The Snow Queen – The Lyceum Theatre, Edinburgh
Written by Nat McCleary Directed by Johnny McKnight ★★★★ The idea of everyone being so radically different should, by definition, make a superb team: diverse ranges, differing strengths and assets. Yet, in a world where we segment ourselves into various identities and social media projections, it’s becoming easier to see why a more corrosive and … Continue reading Thrown – Dunoon Queen’s Hall
Another year of celebration as the Critics Awards for Theatre Scotland announce their newest crop of winners amongst the deserving nominees, which continue to champion the talent and ingenuity of Scottish Theatre. This year, a special award goes to John MCGrath's The Cheviot, The Stag and the Black, Black Oil, celebrating its 50th anniversary. It is … Continue reading Have a Gander – CATS’ Winners Revealed
Written by Philip Differ Directed by Sally Reid ★★★★ There’s only one Barrie Hunter. From the Byre to the Lyceum, to Perth, and the Rep, Barrie Hunter’s presence has a renowned knack for lifting those around, for cutting to the heart of something with minimal effort and emanating a beloved charm. So, imagine the surprise as a … Continue reading Smile – Dundee Rep
Written and Directed by Zinnie Harris Set Design by Tom Piper ★★★★ Lady Macbeth is the theatrical matriarch of antagonism: manipulative and sly, brilliant and controlled - yet her place within the second act is eclipsed by the men strutting with their swords out. But why? Why does a woman who displays little to no … Continue reading Macbeth (An Undoing) – Royal Lyceum Theatre
Written by Frederick Knott Directed by Anthony Banks Let’s admit one thing; if at one time or another you haven't concocted the ‘perfect’ murder – you're likely the one to worry about. How we would get away with it, tying the loose threads together to ensure no slip-ups or the lavish costumes involved - we've … Continue reading Dial M For Murder – King’s Theatre
