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A Play, A Pie & A Pint: Stage Fright
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Award winning television writer Eleanor Yule's play is just in time for Halloween. A group of ghost hunters investigate the stage, once a crypt.
27 Oct–1 Nov 12.30 Òran Mór, Glasgow
Absurd Person Singular
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Alan Ayckbourn's hit comedy about the social climbing Hopcrofts.
3 Nov–8 Nov 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30; Wed 2.00 & 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
Adam Smith Music Theatre for Young People (13-19 years): Into The Woods
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The Adam Smith Music Theatre presents a musical fairytale, weaving together a funny mix of classic fairytale characters with wit and melody. Great for adults and children alike.
24 Oct–25 Oct 7.30 Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy
All Quiet on the Western Front
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A faithful and inventive adaptation for the stage by Robin Kingsland of Maria Remarque's powerful anti-war novel.
28 Oct–1 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
American Poodle
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Two interspersed monologues, written and performed by Guy Masterson, proffering a comical take on the relationship between the Brits and their neighbours across the pond.
14 Oct 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
An Evening of Christmas Comedy
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The Glenkens '73 Club present two comical and festive one act plays.
12 Dec–13 Dec 7.30 The CatStrand, Castle Douglas
An Evening With George Bernard Shaw
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A performance of scenes from four of George Bernard Shaw's witty plays of a philandering nature. The ticket price includes the performance followed by a Supper Buffet and wine.
8 Feb 7.30 Mugdock Country Park Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre, Nr Milngavie
An Ideal Husband
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Peter Hall's acclaimed West End production of Oscar Wilde's 'An Ideal Husband' is brought to life with an all star cast starring Kate O'Mara, Fenella Fielding and Tony Britton.
13 Oct–18 Oct 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30; Wed 2.00 & 7.30 His Majesty's Theatre, Aberdeen
And Tell Sad Stories of the Death of Queens
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One of Tennessee Williams' most provocative and explicitly queer plays, Sam Rowe directs the Scottish premiere of the story that couldn't be performed in Williams' own lifetime. 'Part of Glasgay!'
28 Oct–1 Nov 7.30 Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
Arcadia
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Stoppard's play is a historical detective story that finds joy in the unpredictability of human desire. With dashing wit an academic hack desperately tries to solve the mysterious events at a country house. This play will be part of the revolving roster.
5 Jun–18 Oct (Times vary) Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry
Bill W. and Dr. Bob
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Bill Wilson and Dr. Bob Smith were alone and about to die, they discovered that "The only thing that can keep a drunk sober is telling his story to another drunk ". The sell-out run in Boston last year proved that this is a universal story about the deadliness of isolation, and the healing power of connection.
30 Oct–1 Nov 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Gilmorehill G12, Glasgow
The Blend
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An annual celebration of roots music now in its sixth year with a full programme of events and performances, free Blend sessions, late night DJ sets and more taking place in Stirling and its surrounding villages.
13 Mar 2009–15 Mar 2009 (Times vary) Tolbooth, Stirling
Brief Encounters
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Red Wine Productions present a series of plays and short stories about the joys of train travel.
21 Oct 8.00 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
Calendar Girls
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The ballsy Women's Institute fundraisers who stripped for a (tasteful) nude calendar have already been immortalised on screen in the 2003 film. Tim Firth adapts the script for the stage with a cast that includes Elaine C Smith and Lynda Bellingham.
13 Oct–18 Oct 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
Captain Corelli's Mandolin
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Storyteller Mike Maran brings Louis de Berniere's epic tale of love and war to the stage. Featuring live mandolin accompaniment by Alison Stephens. 'Part of Biggar Little Festival'.
17 Oct 7.30 Corn Exchange, Biggar
The Caretaker
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Phillip Breen directs Harold Pinter's classic comedy about one man's act of kindness in inviting a tramp into his home.Tam Dean Burn stars.
22 Oct–15 Nov 7.30 (8 Nov 2.30 & 7.30) Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
Celebrate Linlithgow
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The third annual celebration of Linlithgow with arts events, music, theatre, workshops and markets.
17 Oct–2 Nov (Times vary) Various Venues, Linlithgow
The Chalky White Substance and The Municipal Abattoir
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The UK premiere of a double-bill of works by Tennessee Williams on the theme of revolution, comprising 'The Municipal Abattoir' and the later, absurdist piece 'The Chalky White Substance'. 'Part of Glasgay!'
21 Oct–25 Oct 7.30 The Arches, Glasgow
Civil
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Richard Eton performs Pacitti Company's exploration of Quentin Crisp's infamous autobiography 'The Naked Civil Servant' through live performance, film, slides, original sound materials and music. 'Part of Glasgay!'
16 Oct–17 Oct 8.00 Tramway, Glasgow
Cockroach
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New play as part of the National Theatre of Scotland Traverse Debuts season, written by new writer Sam Holcroft and directed by Vicky Featherstone. A biology teacher struggles to teach her pupils that education will make them free against all the odds.
23 Oct–1 Nov, not Sundays, Mondays 8.00 (1 Nov 2.30 & 8.00) Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Collette
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Yvonne Caddell brings to life Collette, the scandalous French woman of letters, to sit alongside all the ruined dames and tragic heroines of Tennessee Williams' plays in Glasgay!'s line-up. 'Part of Glasgay!'
21 Oct–25 Oct 7.30 Q! Gallery, Glasgow
Crossroads Young Farmers Present
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A theatrical performance from Crossroads Young Farmers.
7 Nov 7.30 Palace Theatre, Kilmarnock
The Dogstone/ Nasty, Brutish and Short
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Double bill of new plays as part of the National Theatre of Scotland Traverse Debuts season. Dominic Hill directs works by first time playwrights Kenny Lindsay and Andy Duffy.
6 Nov–15 Nov (6 Nov, 7 Nov, 8 Nov & 11 Nov–14 Nov 8.00) (15 Nov 2.30 & 8.00) Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Don't Let The Pigeon Stay Up Late
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Big Wooden Horse presents this child friendly show promising lots of music, laughs and audience participation. Ages 3+
19 Oct 3.00 Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy
The Eagle has Landed - Audio diaries of an unlikely traveller
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Fool's Proof Theatre Company presents the quirky journey of odd but charming BBC Radio 4 reporter Marvin Williams. Devised by the cast.
14 Oct 7.30 Gilmorehill G12, Glasgow
Elysian Fields: The Life and Curious Death of Tennessee Williams
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A new play by Derek McLuckie about Tennessee Williams in his dotage - old, lonely, drink addled and drug addicted - before a fatal accidental overdose. With Grant Smeaton as Tenn & Pauline Goldsmith as Vivien Leigh, his companion in madness. 'Part of Glasgay!'
14 Oct–18 Oct 8.00 The Arches, Glasgow
The Emotional Life of Furniture
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A performance artist fakes his way into an insane asylum but finds that getting out proves harder. A comedy-drama by Spartan. 'Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival.'.
10 Oct–12 Oct 7.30 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Fleeto
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Paddy Cunneen's short play, inspired by the 'Iliad', draws on contemporary Glasgow's so-called 'knife culture'. A hard-hitting contemporary re-invention of the Greek tragic form.
13 Oct Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline
14 Oct 8.00 East Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride
For the Love of Mrs Brown
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The latest antics of the irrepressible Mrs Brown starring Brendan O'Carroll.
21 Oct–1 Nov Tue–Sat 7.30 Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
4.48 Psychosis
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Cumbernauld Theatre and Tramway present A SweetScar production of 4.48 Psychosis which was Sarah Kane's last play. She hit headlines at the age of 24 with the shocking and controversial play Blasted. She killed herself at the age of 28 having suffered for many years with severe depression.
31 Oct–1 Nov 8.00 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
4.48 Psychosis
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Sweetscar present this poetic tale of desperation and re-discovery inspired by Sarah Kane's text.
19 Oct, 31 Oct1 Nov 8.00 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
Funny Money
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Middle-aged Henry Perkins finds £10,000 in a suitcase and decides to leave for Barcelona. Mirth and hilarity ensue.
13 Nov–14 Nov 7.30 Rothes Halls, Glenrothes
Habeas Corpus
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Alan Bennet's play acts as an outlandishly comic portrait of 1970s Brighton, a city where the culture of free love is well and truly in swing. This play will be in the revolving roster.
29 May–18 Oct (Times vary) Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry
Hannah & Harvey - A Journey Across Worlds
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Hannah and her Dad are having trouble seeing eye to eye but help eventually arrives in the form of a big rabbit shaped package. Suitable for ages 10+.
21 Oct 7.30 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
23 Oct 7.30 Perth Theatre, Perth
24 Oct 7.30 Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh
25 Oct 7.00 Macrobert, Stirling
30 Oct 7.30 Regal Community Theatre, Bathgate
1 Nov 7.00 Palace Theatre, Kilmarnock
4 Nov 1.30 & 6.30 Lochgelly Centre, Lochgelly
6 Nov 7.00 Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley
7 Nov 7.00 Arran High School, Isle Of Arran
Hannah & Harvey - A Journey Across Worlds
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Hannah and her Dad are having trouble seeing eye to eye but help eventually arrives in the form of a big rabbit shaped package. Suitable for ages 10+. 'Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival'.
14 Oct 2.30 Ryan Centre, Stranraer
16 Oct 2.00 Dalry Primary School, Dalry
17 Oct–18 Oct 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
Have Box Will Travel
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Birmingham Rep presents a rites of passage drama about a young man, his South London bedroom and his love of hip hop.
28 Oct–29 Oct 8.00 Macrobert, Stirling
31 Oct 7.30 Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
1 Nov 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
Home to Neverland
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A new show from Splinters Productions, telling the story of JM Barrie - the lad from Kirriemuir who became the world's leading playwright.
15 Oct 7.30 Ryan Centre, Stranraer
17 Oct 7.30 The CatStrand, Castle Douglas
24 Oct 7.30 Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
25 Oct 7.30 The Warehouse Theatre, Lossiemouth
Horrid Henry
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The nasty little nipper from Francesca Simon's books hits the big stage.
22 Oct–25 Oct 2.00 & 6.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
Humble Boy
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London Classic Theatre present this comedy about astro-physicist Felix Humble who makes some interesting discoveries at his father's funeral.
14 Nov 7.30 Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy
Humdinger
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East Kilbride Youth Theatre presents a fun fast-paced mixed-bag of a play with giant bees, rock stars, stage diving and shiny disco balls.
22 Oct 7.30 Palace Theatre, Kilmarnock
An Ideal Husband
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The West End and Broadway production of Oscar Wilde's satire of wit and wisdom in fashionable society.
10 Nov–15 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Edinburgh
Il Panico di Pantalone & Il Panico di Capitano
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Two fast-paced, funny and politically engaged acts take to the stage for the unravelling of dreams, hopes and musical aspirations. By Lung Ha's Theatre Company.
17 Oct 12.00; Sat 5.30 Brunton Theatre, Edinburgh
20 Oct 1.30 & 7.30 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
22 Oct 8.00 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
It's Just Not Fair
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It's 1963, Glasgow Fair Friday is fast-approaching and Betty and Mary are preparing themselves for a romantic weekend away on the Isle of Man.
27 Nov–29 Nov 8.00 East Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride
The Last Librarian
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East Ayrshire Youth Theatre present a tale about the last librarian of Cumnock and her journey of discovery.
15 Nov 7.30 Palace Theatre, Kilmarnock
Lenny - The Boy Who Wanted to Be Train
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Little Lenny is tired of being bullied and desperately wants to bypass his boyhood and live life instead as a train. A touching production from Bristol-based company Travelling Light.
16 Oct 2.00 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
The Lesson
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Benchtours presents Eugene Ionesco's absurdist play about an intense professor, a sparky young student and the shifting power balance that exists between them.
14 Oct 7.30 Regal Community Theatre, Bathgate
15 Oct–18 Oct 7.30 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
24 Oct 8.00 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
25 Oct 7.30 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
31 Oct 8.00 Rosehall Village Hall, Lairg
Like the Rain
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Three of Tennessee Williams' early one-act plays covering dying prostitutes, lowly childhoods, heartache and desperation: 'Hello from Bertha', 'This Property is Condemned' and 'Talk to me Like the Rain and Let Me Listen'. 'Part of Glasgay!'
28 Oct–8 Nov, not Sundays, Mondays 9.30 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe
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With a mighty 40-strong cast that lives up to its name, The Quintessentially Splendiferous Theatre Company presents a powerful production of the C S Lewis classic.
4 Nov–5 Nov 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
Little Light
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Join Little light on an adventure and see it shining and dancing around at this interactive, highly visual show.
11 Oct, 17 Oct, 18 Oct 10.15am, 11.45am & 2.00 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
28 Oct 10.30–11.10am & 1.30–2.10 Drumchapel Community Centre, Glasgow
4 Nov 11.00am & 1.30 Carnegie Hall, Dunfermline
5 Nov, 3 Dec 10.30am & 1.30 Regal Community Theatre, Bathgate
8 Nov 11.00am & 1.00 Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley
19 Nov 11.00am & 1.30 Palace Theatre, Kilmarnock
22 Nov 10.00am, 11.30am & 2.00 Eden Court Theatre, Inverness
25 Nov 9.45am & 11.00am Woodend Barn Arts Centre, Banchory
4 Dec–6 Dec Thu & Fri 10.00am & 11.30am; Sat 10.00am, 11.30am & 2.00 North Edinburgh Arts Centre, Edinburgh
Locked In
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Half Moon Young People's Theatre present a hip hop drama which revolves around two rising stars of a local pirate radio station.
25 Oct 8.00 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
29 Oct 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
30 Oct 1.30 & 8.00 Macrobert, Stirling
31 Oct 7.30 The CatStrand, Castle Douglas
Lysistrata
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Aristophanes' classic is adapted into Scots by Ellie McDonald in a unique large production of the very early feminist comedy.
16 Oct–18 Oct 7.30 Dundee Rep, Dundee
Man in a Bath
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Glasgow theatre company Rhymes with Purple draw a bath and pour in the bubbles for a look beneath the surface of appearance and everyday thoughts, performed by Alan McPartian. 'Part of Glasgay!'
28 Oct–1 Nov 7.30 Q! Gallery, Glasgow
Me and My Gal
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Linlithgow Amateur Music Productions present this popular West End Musical. 'Part of Celebrate Linlithgow'.
20 Oct–25 Oct 7.30 Linlithgow Academy Theatre, Linlithgow
Midsummer: A Play With Songs
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It's Midsummer's weekend in Edinburgh. Its raining. Two thirtysomethings are sitting in a New Town bar waiting for something to turn up. She's out of his league and he's not her type at all. They absolutely should not sleep together. Ever. Ever. Cora Bissett and Mattew Pidgeon star in this new play by David Grieg, with songs by ballboy's Gordon Mcintyre, to open the theatre's new 'Traverse Too' season of experimental work.
24 Oct–15 Nov, not 27 Oct, 3 Nov, 10 Nov (24 Oct–25 Oct, 28 Oct–1 Nov, 4 Nov–7 Nov, 11 Nov & 13 Nov–15 Nov 7.30) (26 Oct, 2 Nov & 9 Nov 5.00) (8 Nov & 12 Nov 2.30 & 7.30) Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
A Midsummer Night's Dream
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Studio Theatre Group performs Shakespeare's fantastical rom-com.
5 Nov–7 Nov 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
Misery
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Adaptation of the novel by Stephen King, about a novelist who crashes his car and wakes up to find himself in the home of an obsessive fan, on whom he must depend until he recovers from his injuries.
22 Nov–23 Nov Sat 8.00; Sun 2.00 & 8.00 East Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride
Molly Whuppie
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Virginia Radcliffe presents the tale of Molly who embarks on a fantastic and magical adventure to find that things are not always what they seem.
1 Nov 2.00 Academy Theatre, Linlithgow
Mother of all the Peoples
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Mike Gibb's play returns telling the remarkable story of Mary Slessor's journey from the slums of Dundee to Calabar in Nigeria. All proceeds go to local charity, the Mary Slessor Foundation.
15 Oct–18 Oct 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Mitchell Theatre, Glasgow
Mrs Minging's Pie Shoppe
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Bathgate Theatre Company enjoy a second romp into the greasy, clatty world of Mrs Minging in this comic sequel to Cafe Scarlatti.
26 Nov–28 Nov 7.30 Regal Community Theatre, Bathgate
Murder Mystery
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Each week we run 8 drama workshop classes for young people aged 5 to 21, working with up to 200 young people. These young thespians not only perform and get involved in fundraisers, but this season as part of the Youth Arts Festival the Youth Theatre present an exciting new Halloween murder mystery and after party!
1 Nov Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
My House
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Watch the room and chimneys grow and see how many shapes and textures you can spot in the special Starcatcher's house where all is not as it seems! Ages 2-3 years plus parents/carers. 'Part of the Inspiration Festival of the Arts'.
29 Oct–30 Oct 10.30–11.10am & 1.30–2.10 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Nobody Will Ever Forgive Us
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New play about a family under siege, by first time playwright Paul Higgins, directed by John Tiffany as part of the NTS Traverse Debuts season.
20 Nov–29 Nov (20 Nov–22 Nov & 25 Nov–28 Nov 8.00) (29 Nov 2.30 & 8.00) Traverse Theatre, Edinburgh
Not About Heroes
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A Rowantree Theatre Company of Stephen MacDonald's play about the encounter between WWI poets Siegfried Sassoon and Wilfred Owen in Edinburgh's Craiglockhart War Hospital and their burgeoning friendship in the turmoil of warfare.
17 Oct–18 Oct 7.30–10.00 Bowhill Theatre, Selkirk
23 Oct 7.30 Tower Mill, Kirkstile
24 Oct 8.00 Wynd Theatre, Melrose
25 Oct 7.30 The Maltings, Berwick-Upon-Tweed
29 Oct 7.30 Buccleuch Centre, Langholm
30 Oct 7.30 The Village Hall, Coldingham
31 Oct 7.30 Wauchope Hall, Kelso
1 Nov 7.30 Village Hall, Walkerburn
4 Nov–7 Nov 7.30 Scottish Storytelling Centre, Edinburgh
8 Nov 7.00 Napier University, Edinburgh
11 Nov 7.30 Town Hall, Jedburgh
14 Nov 7.30 Eastgate Theatre & Arts Centre, Peebles
15 Nov 7.30 Smailholm Village Hall, Smailholm
19 Nov 7.30 Walls Public Hall, Shetland
20 Nov 7.30 Scalloway Hall, Scalloway
22 Nov 7.30 The Lemon Tree, Aberdeen
The Nutcracker
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Original version of the 19th Century German toy shop classic. With music by Tchaikovsky, arranged by Andrew Dodge. Following the performance children will be able to participate in a toy-making workshop.
29 Nov 2.00 Birnam Arts Institute, By Dunkeld
The Nutcracker
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Cornelius & Jones present a classical version of the 19th Century German toy shop classic.
26 Oct 7.00 Drummuir Village Hall
27 Nov 6.30 Lonach Hall, Strathdon
28 Nov 7.00 New Deer Public Hall, Turriff
30 Nov 3.00 Stracathro Hall
Oleanna
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In a provocative play which deals with issues of invasive political correctness and the ideals of free speech, Guy Masterton presents an unconventional professor and his clash with a struggling student.
15 Oct 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
15 Oct 7.30 Red Shoes Theatre, Elgin
24 Oct–25 Oct 7.45 Perth Theatre, Perth
On Our Way To Lisbon
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Two supporters fondly remember how Celtic became the first British team to lift the European Cup in 1967 and draped Europe in green, white and gold.
19 Oct 8.00 Macrobert, Stirling
14 Nov 7.30 Harbour Arts Centre, Irvine
On The Black Hill
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This stage adaptation of Bruce Chatwin's award winning novel, set on the border of England and Wales, tells of a strong familial bond and the harsh realities of farming life.
30 Oct 7.30 The MacRobert Hall, Tarland
31 Oct 7.30 Memorial Hall, Moray
1 Nov 7.30 Fleming Hall, Aberlour
2 Nov 4.00 Stewart's Hall, Huntly
One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest
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Dale Wasserman's adaptation of Ken Kesey's classic novel. 'Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film Festival'.
9 Oct–18 Oct, not 12 Oct 7.30 Ramshorn Theatre, Glasgow
Open Grave
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A solo performance by Kirstin McLean exploring the power struggles and pain of an intimate friendship. 'Part of Glasgay!'
4 Nov–9 Nov 7.30 Q! Gallery, Glasgow
The Parade
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Laurance Rudic directs and features in Tennessee Williams' autobiographical play about coming to terms with his own sexuality. 'Part of Glasgay!'
21 Oct–1 Nov, not Sundays, Mondays 7.30 Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
Parking Lot in Pittsburgh
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Trinity Theatre Company present the story of five sisters, one of whom emigrated to the US 50 years ago. When the sisters discover that their American sibling is ill they bring her home in the hope that some of her money will come to them. Nice.
12 Nov–15 Nov 7.30 Paisley Arts Centre, Paisley
La Pelota Magica
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Theatre Sans Frontieres perform this Argentinien folktale using actors, puppets and simple Spanish. Ages 6-10.
30 Oct 10.30am–1.30 Platform, Glasgow
The Persecution and Assassination of Jean-Paul Marat
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Theatre Workshop present their modernised version of Peter Weiss' 'Marat/Sade' using a large cast of disabled actors to recreate the reality that originally shocked audiences in the 1960s. Starring Nabil Shaban of 'Dr Who' and directed by Robert Rae.
23 Oct–25 Oct 8.00 Tramway, Glasgow
A Play, A Pie & A Pint: Moonwalking
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New play by BBC writer Nicola Wilson following three strangers who share an evening they'd rather forget.
20 Oct–25 Oct 12.30 Òran Mór, Glasgow
A Play, A Pie & A Pint: Videotape
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Inspired by the Radiohead track of the same name, Oliver Emmanuel's 'Videotape' is a short play about sex, lies and celluloid, where suspicions lead to secret videotaping.
13 Oct–18 Oct 12.30 Òran Mór, Glasgow
Plaza Suite
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Neil Simon trilogy set in the same hotel room.
7 Nov–8 Nov 8.00 Cumbernauld Theatre, Cumbernauld
Reflections on the River
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Five new short plays written and performed by the Citizens' YOUNG Co working with professional playwright Peter Arnott ('The Breathing House', 'Cyprus', 'Swindle and Death'). Ages 14+.
15 Oct–18 Oct 7.30 Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
Romeo and Juliet
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No less a company than the RSC takes on Shakespeare's hot-blooded classic, with a boldly theatrical new staging by acclaimed director Neil Bartlett.
28 Oct–1 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
Rough Justice
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Famous television commentator James Highwood is on the stand for the murder of his disabled child.
19 Nov–21 Nov 7.30 East Kilbride Village Theatre, East Kilbride
Season's Greetings
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Alan Ayckbourne's darkly sparkling comedy about a family Christmas celebration that becomes a recipe for disaster.
13 Nov–22 Nov, not Sundays, Mondays Tue–Fri 7.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Byre Theatre, St Andrews
Sex And Chocolate
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The MsFits present this bittersweet comedy about life, love, mobsters and Maltesers.
16 Oct 7.30 Eastwood Park Theatre, Glasgow
25 Oct 8.00 Macrobert, Stirling
29 Oct 7.30 Dalrymple Arts Centre, Fraserburgh
31 Oct 7.30 Arbuthnott Village Hall
1 Nov 7.30 Aberdeen Arts Centre, Aberdeen
She Stoops to Conquer
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Pitlochry Theatre take on the ribald Regency comedy of errors, manners and marriages.
22 May–18 Oct (Times vary) Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry
Slava's Snowshow
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Melding hilarity and poignancy with stunning spectacle and fantastical images, this is an unmistakably unique, comedy masterpiece not to miss.
11 Nov–15 Nov 7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
A Slow Dissolve
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Barry Henderson takes a look, though the lens of Tennessee Williams, at the gay man's place in the modern world, which often hovers close to insanity. 'Part of Glasgay!'
21 Oct–23 Oct 9.00 The Arches, Glasgow
The Snow Queen
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Hans Christian Andersen's classic fable is brought to life by students of Motherwell College HNC Musical Theatre. Perfect for families with children aged 5+.
27 Nov–28 Nov 6.00 Motherwell College Drama Studio, Motherwell
29 Nov 2.00 Stepps Cultural Centre, Glasgow
5 Dec Fri 1.30; Sat 2.00 Sir John Wilson Town Hall, Airdrie
13 Dec 2.00 Bellshill Cultural Centre, Bellshill
Sorry, Wrong Number
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A spoilt brat soon learns she is an intended murder victim after she eavesdrops on her would-be murderer's phone conversation. Part of Lucille Fletcher's 'Suspense Season'.
29 Oct 1.15 Ramshorn Theatre, Glasgow
A Streetcar Named Desire
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Horsecross present Tennessee Williams' steamy sex romp.
7 Nov–22 Nov 7.45; Sat 2.30 & 7.45 Perth Theatre, Perth
Suddenly Last Summer
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Tennessee Williams' one-act play of impossible love. Preceded by the curtain-raiser 'A Perfect Analysis Given by a Parrot', also by Williams. 'Part of Glasgay!'
24 Oct–8 Nov, not Sundays, Mondays 7.30 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Sunset Song
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An adaptation of Lewis Grassic Gibbon's seminal novel by Alastair Cording, directed by Kenny Ireland.
7 Oct–18 Oct 7.45 Perth Theatre, Perth
Supper Theatre with Fizzgig & Grub
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Fizzgig & Grub theatre company perform 'The Woman Who Cooked Her Husband'. Followed by a buffet supper. Booking essential.
17 Oct 7.45 Mugdock Country Park Mugdock Country Park Visitor Centre, Nr Milngavie
The Tailor of Inverness
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Matthew Zajac spins an affectionate tribute to his father, while exploring how history moulds us.
28 Jan 7.30 The CatStrand, Castle Douglas
Taking Care of Baby
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This play examines the case of Donna McAuliffe, a mother found guilty of killing her children in their cots.
13 Nov–15 Nov 8.00 East Kilbride Arts Centre, East Kilbride
Tales of Provance
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Jean Guillon of Theatre Volant brings his Flying Theatre to Glasgow for some Provençal comedy (performed in English). Ages 7+.
30 Oct–31 Oct Thu 10.30am & 1.30; Fri 10.30am, 1.30 & 5.30 Platform, Glasgow
Tam O'Shanter
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Gerry Mulgrew's adaptation of the Burns classic proffers a highly visual, musical and comical evening of theatre.
30 Jan 2009–14 Feb 2009 7.45; Sat 2.30 & 7.45 Perth Theatre, Perth
The Quiz Show
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Neither a straight piece of theatre nor a conventional pub quiz. Audiences are encouraged to book tickets in pub quiz teams, using their collective wit and trivia knowledge to debate with each other. However, as events become increasingly dark, it will become apparent that quizmaster Sir James is not having the best of nights.
21 Oct–25 Oct 9.00 The Victorian Bar, Glasgow
Think No Evil of Us: My Life with Kenneth Williams
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David Benson's semi-autobiographical show about the Carry On star. 'Part of The Scottish Mental Health Arts and Film Festival'.
16 Oct 7.30 Gilmorehill G12, Glasgow
The Tiger Who Came to Tea
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