Tag: Scottish Storytelling Centre

Review: Ideas Jukebox – The Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

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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: In A Class of Their Own – The Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

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Presented by Citadel Arts Group Review by Hunter King ★★★★ This past weekend, the Scottish Storytelling Centre staged a production of In A Class of their Own, a play adapted by Sam Cassimally, based on the novel of the same name by a well-beloved Edinburgh writer, Millie Gray. The play tells a story of Rachel … Continue reading Review: In A Class of Their Own – The Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh

Have A Gander – Pitlochry Festival Theatre 2025 Season

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Now that the Summer light dwindles and the entire roster of 2024 shows from Pitlochry has emerged across all three stages, the chill of Autumn and Winter heralds in – but rather than dwell on what was, we look towards the new 2025 season at Pitlochry Festival Theatre after a booming 2024 showcase that saw … Continue reading Have A Gander – Pitlochry Festival Theatre 2025 Season

Review: Edinburgh Festival Fringe – A Knock on the Roof

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Written and Performed by Khawla Ibraheem Directed and Developed by Oliver Butler Review by Josie Rose Traverse Theatre: Tickets ★★★★★ There is perhaps nothing more destructive, heartbreaking, and ruinous than war. From the constant fear and anxiety experienced by its victims to the terrible external realities made starkly visible to all around, Khawla Ibraheem captures … Continue reading Review: Edinburgh Festival Fringe – A Knock on the Roof

Review: Edinburgh Festival Fringe – LIFE

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https://youtu.be/jW999P0EeGo Written by Maria MacDonell Performed with Leo MacNeill Review by Josie Rose The Scottish Storytelling Centre: Tickets ★★★★ Choosing one of the most loaded words as its title and central theme, ‘LIFE’ takes us on a journey. Yet, rather than being mere passive listeners to our protagonist Estelle’s gripping story, the audience can capture … Continue reading Review: Edinburgh Festival Fringe – LIFE

Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2024 – What The F*ck Happened to Love and Hope?

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Full of heart, this powerful new play is both about and by young people. The first act (What the F*ck Happened to Love?) follows teenager Nina and explores drink spiking, sexual assault and growing up with mixed Indian/Scottish heritage. The second act (What the F*ck Happened to Hope?) follows Nina's best friend Faye and explores … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2024 – What The F*ck Happened to Love and Hope?

Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2024 – Táin

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A cursed army, two twisted lovers, a mighty hero, and a magnificent bull set in motion a terrible war which shapes the landscape and defines the heroic age of Ireland... In this modern retelling of Ireland’s most ancient and beloved myth, Young Edinburgh Storytellers Mark Borthwick and David Hughes weave together music and myth, blood … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh Fringe 2024 – Táin

Have A Gander – The Royal Lyceum Theatre 2024/25

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Looking towards a season of collaborations, bold new premieres, and the revival of some of Scotland’s recent critical hits, the Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh are proud to announce one of their biggest and most interesting seasons for a while. Opening the door to audiences and partners, the theatre looks to re-affirm its status as a … Continue reading Have A Gander – The Royal Lyceum Theatre 2024/25

Have A Gander – Capital Theatres: One Night Only

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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

Review: Do Not Look Away: The Story of Medusa – Scottish Storytelling Centre

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Created and Performed by Lily Asch Musical Accompliment by Dimitris Kounatiadis ★★★★ Arachne to Lamia. Skýlla to the Sirens, and most famously, Medusa. There’s one thing which they all share. And it isn’t just in the monstrous forms they are punished with. As ancient as the myths themselves the metamorphosis of women’s history through erasure and control … Continue reading Review: Do Not Look Away: The Story of Medusa – Scottish Storytelling Centre