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Lung Ha at 40: Spotlight on… Colin McIlveny
Lung Ha at 40
To mark its 40th anniversary, Lung Ha theatre commissioned a series of portraits of the 24-strong company from Edinburgh-based photographer Peter Dibdin. We are publishing a new portrait every fortnight. Today our spotlight is on Lung Ha actor Colin McIlveny.
Lung Ha at 40: Spotlight on… Hannah Preston
Lung Ha at 40
To mark its 40th anniversary, Lung Ha theatre commissioned a series of portraits of the 24-strong company from Edinburgh-based photographer Peter Dibdin. We are publishing a new portrait every fortnight. Today our spotlight is on Lung Ha actor Hannah Preston.
Lung Ha at 40: Spotlight on… Jonathan Allan
Lung Ha at 40
To mark its 40th anniversary, Lung Ha theatre commissioned a series of portraits of the 24-strong company from Edinburgh-based photographer Peter Dibdin. We are publishing a new portrait every fortnight. Today our spotlight is on Lung Ha actor Jonathan Allan.
Minchin’s June dates
Tim Minchin announces June 2025 date & ticket on-sale
Australian comedian and Matilda composer Tim Minchin has announced an 18 city UK tour of his new show Songs The World Will Never Hear, hitting the Playhouse on Friday June 20 and the Glasgow SEC the following night.
Lung Ha at 40: Spotlight on… Paul Harper
Lung Ha at 40
To mark its 40th anniversary, Lung Ha theatre commissioned a series of portraits of the 25-strong company from Edinburgh-based photographer Peter Dibdin. We are publishing a new portrait every fortnight. Today our spotlight is on Lung Ha actor Paul Harper.
Fringe appoints Riverside’s Lankester
Riverside Studios’ CEO Tony Lankester next head of EdFringe Tony Lankester has been named to take over from Shona McCarthy as Chief Executive of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe Society, the charity which oversees the running of the Edinburgh Fringe. McCarthy announced in October 2024 that she would be stepping down from the role in March, […]
Creative Scotland doubles multi-year funded organisations
Stability assured and extra funds awarded for many companies
Summerhall Arts, Pianodrome and Tortoise in a Nutshell are among 43 Edinburgh-based companies to join those receiving three-year funding awards from Creative Scotland to cover core costs and programmes of work.
Lyceum: Coraline cancelled
Neil Gaiman adaptation cancelled after allegations of misconduct
The musical adaptation of Coraline, due to tour to the Lyceum from 26 June to 19 July has been cancelled following allegations of sexual miss-conduct against the original author Neil Gaiman.
Leith Theatre’s future consolidated
Leith Theatre Trust secure 50 year lease on building
Leith Theatre Trust has announced a significant milestone in securing a viable future for the venue as it signs a 50-year lease with Edinburgh City Council to run the building.
Storm Éowyn
Shows effected by big wind on Friday 24 Jan
Update: All productions for tonight have either been cancelled or postponed
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