Directed, Designed, and Animated by William Kentridge Translated by Robert David Macdonald Review by Dominic Corr The Lyceum Theatre ★★★★ Thirty years after its original incarnation, Faustus in Africa returns with a vengeance—reimagined, recontextualised, and still brimming with theatrical bite. Directed by William Kentridge and brought to life by the legendary Handspring Puppet Company, this … Continue reading Review: Edinburgh International Festival 2025 – Faustus in Africa!
Choreography and Cor-Created by Sophie Laplane Directed and Co-Created by James Bonas Score by Mikael Karlsson & Michael P Atkinson The Festival Theatre ★★★★ Two of the most influential threads in British history. One, the champion of a ‘golden era’, the other, one of Scottish histories’ most notable figures. Scottish Ballet’s Mary, Queen of Scots, … Continue reading Review: Edinburgh International Festival 2025 – Mary, Queen of Scots, The Festival Theatre
Founder and Artistic Director - Cassa Pancho Choreography by Martin Lawrence, Sophie Laplane and Mthuthuzeli November Design Work by Yann Seabra and Peter Todd ★★★★★ Marking their 18th season in March, Ballet Black bring their world premiere to the UK. Now in Scotland, Edinburgh is honoured to play host to contemporary ballet performers with mold-breaking … Continue reading Ballet Black – The King’s Theatre
Image contribution: Scottish Ballet Dextera Choreographer: Sophie Laplane Dextera Composer: W.A. Mozart Elite Syncopations Choreographer: Sir Kenneth MacMillan Elite Syncopations Music: Scott Joplin & others How precisely does one celebrate fifty years? By not simply paying tribute to your rich tradition of ballet but by evolving, showcasing how far as a company you have come. … Continue reading Spring! @ Festival Theatre
