★★★★☆ Smooth sophistication:
There is charm and sparkle on the stage at the Kings Theatre until Saturday, and that’s not just from the costume jewellery.
ANNIE – Touring
Captivating style: They say you should never work with animals or children. The touring production of Annie proves that, boy, were they wrong.
1984 (NORTHERN BALLET) – Touring
Northern Ballet take on George Orwell’s dystopian tale of oppression and scrutiny. But it leaves the question, could its bark be worse than its bite?
THRILLER LIVE – Touring
Hard to Beat It: Thriller Live, at Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre until Saturday, certainly shows that there’s something about Michael Jackson that you just can’t stop loving.
TOM – Touring
Foot-tapping: When it comes to The Voice, there’s only one that counts, or at least that’s the way it should be.
THE WIZARD OF OZ – Edinburgh
Fantastical extravaganza: The Southern Light Opera Company charm and fascinate as they take the trip over the rainbow every day until Saturday at the Kings Theatre, Edinburgh.
FOOTLOOSE – Touring
Sell a Door Theatre company bring high energy to the stage with the invitation to cut loose with Footloose. But while there’s energy aplenty, don’t expect it to bring the Bacon.
SNOW WHITE – Touring
There’s a macabre twist to a classic fairytale in the second of a trilogy of adaptations by balletLORENT, co-produced with Northern Stage.
CINDERELLA – Edinburgh
The European premiere of Christopher Hampson’s ballet, originally created for the Royal New Zealand Ballet in 2007, is wonderfully crafted. Scottish Ballet sparkles throughout – and that’s not just down to the number of sequins on the costumes.
THE LION, THE WITCH AND THE WARDROBE – Edinburgh
This much-loved and cherished story by CS Lewis is cleverly brought to life by Theresa Heskins’ adaptation. And yet, despite its best intentions, this production directed by Andrew Panton falters mid-way, through hammy overacting.
TO BREATHE – Edinburgh
Explorative: There’s something unnerving about Theatre Paradok’s To Breathe at Summerhall.
THE ADDAMS FAMILY – Edinburgh
Halloween may be but a memory, but the Edinburgh University Savoy Opera Group proves that there’s still space for a little of the macabre in town.
They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky…they are of course, The Addams Family – and they are at the Pleasance Theatre all week.
CARMEN – Edinburgh
It may be a slow starter, but there’s no shortage of drama at the Festival Theatre this fortnight with Scottish Opera’s production of Carmen.
Set in 19th Century Seville, Georges Bizet’s opera is one of the most popular in the world. This Scottish Opera production, first performed in 1999, is both absorbing and emotive. And yet, despite compelling performances, it’s difficult to relate or really empathise with the main characters.
CAGEBIRDS – Edinburgh
David Campton’s 1971 script is very cleverly directed by EUTC regular, Marina Johnson. Clearly allegorical, a number of layers and interpretations are waiting to be picked apart.
REBECCA – Touring
There’s no doubt that Emma Rice’s adaptation of Daphne du Maurier’s classic novel is unique, powerful and faithful to the story, but it’s not quite what you might expect.
LORD OF THE FLIES – Touring
“Ferocious energy”: Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre positively tears through the stage at the Festival Theatre as its Lord of the Flies leaves a trail of destruction in its wake.
THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION – Touring
✭✭✭✩✩ Hopeful:
Cast in the shadows of the Shank, Bill Kenwright breathes life into a new stage production of the Stephen King short story and iconic 1994 film, The Shawshank Redemption.
THE GARDEN – Edinburgh Fringe
✭✭✭✭✩ Insightful dystopia:
Truth permeates The Garden, Zinnie and John Harris’ semi-opera, commissioned by Aberdeen’s sound Festival and playing off-site at the Traverse.
LIGHT BOXES – Edinburgh Fringe
✭✭✭✭✩ Love and regret:
Light Boxes is fascinating. Grid Iron Theatre Company has weaved a complex web, leaving the audience struggling to interpret what they are seeing.
ALBA FLAMENCA – Edinburgh Fringe
✭✭✭✭✭ Inviting and inspiring:
With so many shows on offer, it’s easy to forget a lot of what you see at the fringe. But you’ll never forget the way something makes you feel. Alba Flamenca is an emotive and fiery fiesta that inspires as much as it entertains.
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