On 1stAugust, the King’s Theatre officially reopens as a world-class venue at the centre of Edinburgh’s cultural life and will be one of the most accessible heritage buildings in the UK. The building has been transformed by dramatic structural improvements, including a raised fly tower and raked stage with a new level stage allowing a wider range of performances. Accessibility is at the heart of the redevelopment and improvements include:Continue reading “Newly Refurbished King’s Theatre Makes Welcome Return This August “
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Singer Kai Fitzharris Wins Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year
On Sunday 24th May, Glasgow’s Royal Conservatoire of Scotland (RCS) saw Scotland’s finest young musical talent, that comprised 33 top musicians from each of Scotland’s 32 local authorities and the independent school sector, come together to compete in the fifth Solo Performer of the Year Final. Hosted by Ian Mills, whose lifelong commitment to education andContinue reading “Singer Kai Fitzharris Wins Scottish Young Musicians Solo Performer of the Year”
Zinnie Harris to Step Down as Associate Artistic Director of Edinburgh’s Lyceum
The Royal Lyceum Theatre Edinburgh and Zinnie Harris have announced her stepping down as the Associate Artistic Director at the theatre, a role she first took in 2022. Having joined the Lyceum as Associate Director in 2020, she has since acted as Interim Director of Creative Learning since 2024. Artistic Director and CEO James BriningContinue reading “Zinnie Harris to Step Down as Associate Artistic Director of Edinburgh’s Lyceum”
Film from Edinburgh Director to Open Edinburgh International Film Festival 2026
Edinburgh International Film Festival (EIFF) has announced that Edinburgh-born filmmaker Louis Paxton’s debut film, The Incomer will open its 79th edition starring Domhnall Gleeson, Gayle Rankin and Grant O’Rourke with ensemble cast including John Hannah, Michelle Gomez and Emun Elliott. The Incomer is set on a remote Scottish island and follows siblings Isla (Gayle Rankin) and Sandy (GrantContinue reading “Film from Edinburgh Director to Open Edinburgh International Film Festival 2026”
The High Life: The Musical Still Living It!
There may only have been one series of the ’90s TV comedy show The High Life, set in the fictitious Scottish airline Air Scotia, but it nevertheless managed to achieve serious cult status. At the Edinburgh performance of the show’s musical revival from the National Theatre of Scotland, that enduring love and enthusiasm was palpable.Continue reading “The High Life: The Musical Still Living It!”
Bassist Flies Solo on Unsung Songs Album
David Bowden, Unsung Songs (David Bowden Music) Award-winning double bassist David Bowden releases a solo bass album, Unsung Songs, on Friday 10th April. Best known as a crucial member of pianist Fergus McCreadie’s internationally acclaimed, Mercury Prize-nominated trio, Glasgow-based Bowden is a former Young Scottish Jazz Musician of the Year and an in-demand bass playerContinue reading “Bassist Flies Solo on Unsung Songs Album”
Summerhall Arts Announces 3 Recipients of Inaugural In Vitro Residency for Artists
Summerhall Arts, in partnership with the Hugo Burge Foundation, announce the three recipients of the inaugural In Vitro Residency – a new artist development programme created in direct response to widespread barriers preventing artists from accessing traditional residency opportunities. This new residency model reflects the realities of contemporary artistic life offering flexibility, access and sustained support to thoseContinue reading “Summerhall Arts Announces 3 Recipients of Inaugural In Vitro Residency for Artists”
16th Edition of Hippfest Chalked Up As Another Festival Success
HippFest, Scotland’s annual festival of silent film, has marked another successful year with its 16th edition welcoming audiences to the Hippodrome Cinema for five days of silent film with live music. Audiences flocked from across the UK and beyond to enjoy the programme, with more expected to tune in online when HippFest at Home 2026Continue reading “16th Edition of Hippfest Chalked Up As Another Festival Success”
Brian Molley Quartet Tùs/Origin
Brian Molley (Saxophones) Tom Gibbs (Piano) David Bowden (Double Bass); Stephen Henderson (Drums) Internationally acclaimed Scottish group Brian Molley Quartet release their latest album, Tùs/Origin on 20th March 2026. From the folk traditions of the Outer Hebrides to a Louisiana gospel stomp via fugue, jig and hoedown in a through-composed suite, Tùs/Origin follows a journey exploringContinue reading “Brian Molley Quartet Tùs/Origin “
Scottish International Storytelling Festival Announces New Festival Director
Chiming with World Storytelling Day on Friday 20th March, Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland (TRACS) announced the appointment of Daniel Abercrombie as the new Director of the Scottish International Storytelling Festival (SISF). Daniel, who is a creative arts producer with experience deeply embedded within the storytelling community in Scotland, will take up his appointment from April 2026. DanielContinue reading “Scottish International Storytelling Festival Announces New Festival Director”
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