Monthly Archives: August 2016
Cosi Fan Tutte
Mozart with darker interpretation. When the programme notes accompanying a Festival high-end production run to 12 pages, I wonder if it takes away some of the magic of the unfolding performance?
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The Confession of Stella Moon – Shelley Day
Stella Moon is released from prison, wearing the clothes of her dead mother – the woman she was jailed for killing. Stella’s on her way home, until she realises that home no longer exists…
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Badger & Co.
Creature comforts One of Edinburgh’s newest restaurants pays homage to a literary giant who briefly lived in the city – the author of Wind in the Willows.
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Wind Resistance
One woman, her guitar, some stunning sound effects, and a changing background – result, two mesmerising hours. Karine Polwart in her first scripted performance has produced a work alongside Lyceum’s David Greig that is lyrical, emotional and honest.
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Scottish Ballet (but not as we know it)
As part of the Edinburgh International Festival a very ‘off the wall’ performance in two halves was unlike anything many of the audience, and indeed critics and reviewers, had witnessed before; not your typical Scottish Ballet offering!
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Story Shop
Story Shop is celebrating its tenth anniversary at the Edinburgh International Book Festival this year. A showcase for new writing and new writers from Edinburgh, it is produced by Edinburgh UNESCO City of Literature Trust, and takes place daily – … Continue reading
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