Posts Tagged ‘theatre’
TV stars will tour in new Scottish stage comedy
Two Scottish theatre companies are collaborating in new musical comedy which is touring the country. Grid Iron and Stellar Quines theatre companies come together to create Bingo!, a new musical comedy empowering women, writes Stacey Wylie. Starring both stage and screen names including Louise McCarthy from ScotSquad and Two Doors Down, Wendy Seagar, Barbara Rafferty…
Read MoreNew litter bin emptying scheme is a load of rubbish
Waste disposal isn’t a load of rubbish in Perthshire. Perth & Kinross Council is installing sensors in all public litter bins in Perth City Centre over the next few weeks to alert waste services when they need to be emptied. The city centre roll out is part of a Smart Waste Project, jointly funded by…
Read MoreWork gets underway on £5.7million creative arts hub
Plans to create a £5.7million arts hub in the Highlands have been welcomed. Members of the arts community are delighted by the news of the start of a project to give the Highlands its first creative hub as a ‘game-changer’. The initial £1.2 million project is the first phase of a wider £5.7 million scheme…
Read MoreBeautiful limited edition Royal Salute whisky pack for the festive season
An exquisite limited edition whisky gift pack is now available to mark the festive season. Royal Salute from Chivas Brothers has unveiled the latest in a series of annual festive gift packs, now available globally. Featuring an intricate laser cut lid design and stunning interior print in shades of blue and gold, the exquisite limited…
Read MoreTheatres throw their doors open with relaxed performances for all
The Festival City Theatres Trust once again expands its programme of relaxed performances for all. The trust runs both the Festival and King’s Theatres in Edinburgh are two of Scotland’s best-loved and most prestigious theatres. They are delighted to present its fullest ever programme of performances that embrace a relaxed approach that makes the performances…
Read MoreTis the season to be jolly with New Lanark’s traditional festivities
Christmas is in full flow in New Lanark, an idyllic winter setting nestled at the foot of the Clyde Valley. It’s the perfect day out for all the family, as te festive season kicked off with record numbers of visitors soaking up the atmosphere at Christmas at the Mills and enjoying The Magic Shoes pantomime,…
Read MoreNewton Farm offers countryside living in the heart of the central belt
An outstanding property in South Lanarkshire is now on the market. Presented by Galbraith, Newton Farm is a beautifully refurbished and extended period farmhouse with studio apartment, garaging, offices, outbuildings and land. Built of stone and slate with a cream painted finish and black trim frame round the windows, Newton Farm is a beautifully appointed…
Read MoreScottish Borders Heritage Festival was a massive success
The biggest Scottish Borders Heritage Festival to date attracted almost 33,000 visitors during September, and brought an estimated £1.45million into the area. The number of visitors was up from 20,517 in 2016 and 4,490 in 2015. Celebrating heritage sites through light, music, storytelling, re-enactment, theatre and performance, the month long 2017 festival saw more than…
Read MoreImpressive Scottish home with 360 degree views hits the market
House hunters searching for modern living set against an incredible, 360 degree view of the Scottish countryside, need look no further than An Lanntair. The three-bedroom property on the Isle of Coll, Argyll and Bute, offers a truly unique countryside location with unspoiled views as far as the eye can see. The rugged landscape surrounding…
Read MoreLiving the dream with a panto ice cream
Pantomime lovers in Aberdeen are in for a sweet treat this festive season. His Majesty’s Theatre is teaming up with Mackie’s ice cream to offer special prizes including a year’s worth of ice cream and coffee and a chocolate party for 10 people. When Aladdin evening customers buy an ice cream in the show’s interval,…
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