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Renowned Scottish artist Will Maclean exhibits new work in Ullapool
As part of Ullapool’s inaugural Art Week, renowned Scottish artist Will Maclean is exhibiting new works under the title of Ghost Boats in the Ceilidh Place Bookshop Porch. Jon Miller explores this incredible work which looks into Scotland’s relationship with the sea. The history of the Highlands and the west coast are often a…
Read MoreScottish mansion designed by architect Robert Adam goes on sale for first time since 18th century
By Kate Bell He designed Culzean Castle, Dumfries House and Edinburgh’s Charlotte Square. But now one of the last country houses to be designed by renowned British architect Robert Adam has gone on sale for the first time since the 18th century. The sprawling A-listed mansion, Newliston House, sits just outside Edinburgh and has substantial…
Read MoreFringe Review: Reginald D Hunter, Fluffy Fluffy Beavers
Reginald D Hunter was not as polished as one might expect from a comedy veteran but in a good way, says Alister Tenneb. ★★★★ I was reading the news on my way up to the show and saw ‘Reginald D Hunter show cancelled’. Not an auspicious sign. However, it turns out it wasn’t his show…
Read MoreFringe Review: Arturo Brachetti
★★★★★ When I walked into this show with my two children, aged 11 and 13, I didn’t know what to expect. Then the lights went down, a little man walked on to the stage, and we listened to a story about a childhood house and how the many rooms held many memories. We were lured…
Read MoreReview: The Alan, Manchester
Like many British cities over the last 30 years Manchester has enjoyed a remarkable renaissance thanks to huge injections from business, culture, sports and general urban renewal. Not having visited the city for 20 years, the first thing that struck me on approach was the sheer scale and height of the skyscrapers that now dominate…
Read MoreFringe Review: Jazz Emu, Knight Fever
Alister Tenneb says Archie Henderson’s production is the most creatively original he’s seen this year. ★★★★ I’m usually not a big musical comedy fan but thought I’d randomly give this show a go. I’m glad I did. Archie Henderson is the man behind Jazz Emu and Jazz wants to become a knight, badly. Very slick,…
Read MoreFringe Review: Harry Stachini – Grenade
Alister Tenneb on Harry Stachini’s polished performance. ★★★ Mancunian and very likeable Harry Stachini performed his show Grenade to another sell out show at The Underbelly, Bristo Square. Themes throughout the show included relationships, honestly in those relationships, being single and parental guidance. We all face moral dilemmas in the way we deal with people…
Read MoreWhere to live in the Scottish Highlands
Sponsored Content | If you are considering living in the Scottish Highlands how do you decide where best to live? With many factors such as accessibility, amenities, travel, work, schooling, further education, the cost of living, and weather conditions to consider, it is important to understand what each area of the Highlands can offer. Garrington…
Read MoreFringe Review: Sisyphean Quick Fix
Sisyphean Quick Fix is a wonderful production, beautifully written and executes perfectly, says Jeremy Welch. ★★★★ The play starts with the noise of soothing soft waves lapping onto a beach in Malta. It’s not too long until these lapping waves are turned into a tempest and the waves crash over two daughters trying to look after…
Read MoreEverybody’s Talking About Jamie: Teen Edition
Ailsa Bath is impressed with this school production. ★★★★ Everyone’s Talking About Jamie is a fun, well-coordinated, energetic play about a young boy finding his place in the world. It is based on a true story and has been a hot show before coming to Edinburgh. What really stood out was the amazing vocal performance…
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