This new musical about the life of Scottish child star, Lena Zavaroni, paints a stark picture of the dark side of living in the bright lights. Jon Culshaw and Erin Armstrong in Lena. Photo Credit: McCredie. While many will remember the diminutive singing sensation, who won Opportunity Knocks a record-breaking five times in a row... Continue Reading →
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 Theatre Review: Wasteman (Assembly George Square Studios) ★★★★
Inspired by performer Joe Leather's own experiences, Wasteman is a pithy black comedy about a Northern bin-man who learns to put the sparkle back into his life. Joe Leather in Wasteman. Photo Credit: Corinne Cumming. Bolton-born Leather's slickly staged solo show is a real joy to watch. Opening with a drag dream sequence, Joe talks... Continue Reading →
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2023 Theatre Review: Blue (Assembly George Square) ★★★
An unflinching portrait of policing, politics and racism in America, June Carryl's Blue is hard to watch for all the right reasons.