The production "Jackals" explores Emma Eckstein's tragic experiences with Sigmund Freud, emphasizing women's suppressed histories through impactful performances, though its dense dialogue sometimes hinders emotional resonance.
Tag: New Writing
Review: GUSH – The Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Directed by Becky Hope-Palmer Written by Jess Brodie Review by Dominic Corr The Traverse Theatre ★★★★ There are few things more complex than desire, which rarely manifests (or behaves) how others would like it to, and GUSH wastes no time admitting as much. Jess Brodie’s new play steps into the spotlight with a boldness that … Continue reading Review: GUSH – The Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Review: Flora – A New Musical at The Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
https://www.flickr.com/photos/204241173@N04/55171368420/in/dateposted-public/ Words and Lyrics by Belle Jones Composition by AJ Robertson & John Kielty Directed by Stasi Schaeffer Review by Dominic Corr The Pavilion Theatre ★★★★ Once upon a time, the hunt for the ‘next big thing’ in the Scottish musical repertoire was hotly contested. There were champions, some of them brilliant, but sparse. Now, … Continue reading Review: Flora – A New Musical at The Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
Review: Joy – A Play, A Pie, and a Pint, Glasgow
Written by Morna YoungDirected by Alex Fthenakis Review by Laurie Kemmett A Play, a Pie, and a Pint ★★★ What’s in a name? A young woman stands on a stage, lamenting this question, provoking the audience to ponder it as well. No, it’s not Shakespeare’s Juliet. This is Morna Young’s Joy, our protagonist and titular character. Joy … Continue reading Review: Joy – A Play, A Pie, and a Pint, Glasgow
Review: The Boy at the Back of the Class – The Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
https://www.flickr.com/photos/204241173@N04/55159464511/in/dateposted-public/ Written by Onjali Q. Raúf Adapted by Nick Ahad Directed by Monique Touko Review by Dominic Corr The Festival Theatre ★★★★ 'Refugees are people who have fled their countries to escape conflict, violence, or persecution and have sought safety in another country.' - UNHCR 'People'. Some of us seem to have forgotten this. Few … Continue reading Review: The Boy at the Back of the Class – The Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
Review: Ideas Jukebox – The Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
https://www.flickr.com/photos/204241173@N04/55155449851/in/dateposted-public/ Created by Hazel Darwin-Clements Performed by Hazel Darwin-Clements, Fay Guiffo & Mamoru Iriguchi Directed by Andy Cannon Review by Dominic Corr Independent Arts Projects ★★★★ The thing with imagination; is all it needs is a single little spark. Or a laugh. Or a shoestring of a budget and an idea. Something which every element involved in the … Continue reading Review: Ideas Jukebox – The Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
Review: The Trials – The Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Written by Dawn King Directed by Joanna Bowman Review by Laurie Kemmett The Tron Theatre ★★★ Sometime in the near future, a sparse room with a water cooler bubbling in a corner waits for its occupants. Twelve school-like green chairs sit empty, dwarfed by huge, blocky typography that won’t allow anyone to forget the purpose of … Continue reading Review: The Trials – The Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Have a Gander at EUSOG’S Into The Woods with the Cast and Crew
Running from January 20th - 24th, the Edinburgh Universe Savoy Opera Group’s production of Into The Woods brings Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s beloved fairy-tale musical to life at Church Hill Theatre in Edinburgh this January. Featuring classic characters like Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and Rapunzel, the show asks what happens after the … Continue reading Have a Gander at EUSOG’S Into The Woods with the Cast and Crew
Have a Gander at Pantomime 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk with Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young
Home For Christmas: Edinburgh Panto’s Past, Present And (The King’s Theatre) Future As Edinburgh prepares for the long‑awaited return of its panto to the King’s Theatre, Dominic Corr sat down with Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young to reflect on a tradition that has shaped their careers and captivated generations. From the Festival Theatre’s … Continue reading Have a Gander at Pantomime 2025: Jack and the Beanstalk with Allan Stewart, Grant Stott and Jordan Young
Review: 4PLAY – The Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
CHIPS by Ruaraidh Murray. Directed by Michael Nardone HUNT by Andrea McKenzie. Directed by Gwen Dolan Sunday Palms by Sean Langtree. Directed by Grace Ava Baker BRACE by Geraldine Lang. Directed by Matthew Attwood Review by Hunter King The Traverse Theatre In a season of pantos and Christmas joy, the Traverse Theatre brought back 4PLAY, a showcase of new writing … Continue reading Review: 4PLAY – The Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh