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REVIEW: Razzle Dazzle or Lackluster? Chicago the Musical at Edinburgh Playhouse | UK Tour 2025
"It's sexy, it's sassy, and it's razzmatazzy!" The iconic musical Chicago made its way to the Edinburgh Playhouse as part of its UK...
Jenna Cockburn
Feb 4


REVIEW: Mary Poppins - A Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious Performance at Edinburgh's Festival Theatre
On the opening night of Mary Poppins The Musical at the Festival Theatre in Edinburgh, audiences were treated to a magical experience...
Jenna Cockburn
Jan 27


REVIEW: Cinderella Panto - Non-Stop Laughter and Magic at Edinburgh’s Festival Theatre
Panto's back at Edinburgh's Festival Theatre, and our favourite “pals” are bringing a fresh take on Cinderella , packed with all the...
Jenna Cockburn
Nov 28, 2024


REVIEW: CBeebies Panto 2024: Beauty and the Beast Review - A Magical Reimagination in Edinburgh | Capital Theatres
"A gem for families that captures the charm of Christmas!" Step into the enchanting world of CBeebies Panto's latest production, Beauty...
Jenna Cockburn
Nov 21, 2024

REVIEW: & Juliet The Musical | UK Tour 2024 | Edinburgh Playhouse
This week, I was invitied along to the Edinburgh Playhouse again for press night of the musical & Juliet . This captivating jukebox...
Jenna Cockburn
Nov 13, 2024


REVIEW: Only Fools and Horses the Musical | UK Tour 2024 | Edinburgh Playhouse
BONJOUR! As a fan of classic British television, I was buzzing to be invited along to the Edinburgh Playhouse for the press night of Only...
Jenna Cockburn
Nov 6, 2024


REVIEW: The Book Of Mormon Musical | UK Tour 2024, Edinburgh Playhouse
"I can't believe Jesus called me a dick!" The Mormons are on a new mission in Scotland as the tour arrived at the Edinburgh Playhouse!...
Jenna Cockburn
Oct 17, 2024


REVIEW: Talking Panto with Grant Stott, Jordan Young, and Allan Stewart | Cinderella | Capital Theatre's Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
It is this time of year when joy and laughter fill the air, and nothing captures the spirit of the season quite like a pantomime! I had...
Jenna Cockburn
Oct 9, 2024


REVIEW: I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical | Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
Gilded Balloon at the Museum sees musical theatre fans line up for the return of I Wish My Life Were Like A Musical at the Edinburgh...
Jenna Cockburn
Aug 23, 2024


REVIEW: ARI - The Spirit of Korea | Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
"Metamorphic...vibrant and uplifting." This year’s Korean Season at Edinburgh Festival Fringe welcomed ARI: The Spirit of Korea , a...
Jenna Cockburn
Aug 8, 2024

REVIEW: Rob Madge - My Son's A Queer, But What Can You Do? | Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
"A love letter to their parents and family, a celebration of queerness, and a guide of how to encourage and support your queer loved...
Jenna Cockburn
Aug 3, 2024


REVIEW: Showstopper! The Improvised Musical | Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
"Elite cast of creators... induces much hilarity and a well-deserving standing ovation." The Olivier Award-winning West End hit returns...
Jenna Cockburn
Aug 3, 2024


REVIEW: Gwyneth Goes Skiing | Pleasance at Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
"Wonderfully wacky and cartoonishly camp." From the creators of Diana: The Untold and Untrue Story comes Awkward Productions ’ new and...
Jenna Cockburn
Aug 3, 2024


REVIEW: Shamilton! The Improvised Hip Hop Musical | Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2024
Get yourself along to "the room where it happens!" Renowned improvisers and musical comedy troupe Baby Wants Candy are back at the...
Jenna Cockburn
Aug 3, 2024


REVIEW: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang - A Truly Scrumptious Night at Edinburgh Playhouse | UK Tour 2024
Flying into Edinburgh Playhouse this week is the musical production of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. Tuesday doubled as the Opening and Press...
Jenna Cockburn
May 29, 2024


REVIEW: Pretty Woman The Musical | Edinburgh Playhouse, UK Tour 2024
"A nostalgic rom-com with great pace and a great ensemble." Straight from London's West End, Pretty Woman The Musical has finally arrived...
Jenna Cockburn
Apr 2, 2024


REVIEW: Hamilton The Musical Hits Edinburgh | Scottish Premiere at Festival Theatre | Capital Theatres
Last night, I was invited along to highly anticipated Scottish premiere of Hamilton at the Festival Theatre. As a huge fan of both...
Jenna Cockburn
Mar 6, 2024

NEWS: Edinburgh's Festival Theatre usher wins prestigious Unsung Hero Award at The National Lottery’s Big Night of Musicals 2024
Festival Theatre’s long serving usher Graham Simpson has been celebrated as an Unsung Hero of musical theatre at The National Lottery’s...
Jenna Cockburn
Jan 29, 2024


REVIEW: Shrek The Musical | Edinburgh Playhouse | UK Tour 2024
Enchanting the stage of Edinburgh Playhouse this week, is the Broadway and West End hit Shrek The Musical. Families filled the auditorium...
Jenna Cockburn
Jan 24, 2024


REVIEW: The Pantomime Adventures of Peter Pan | Festival Theatre, Edinburgh 2023
"Flamboyant fun. Jaw-achingly funny. Peter Panto is no stinker but it will leave you hooked, lined...and wanting more!" Last night, the...
Jenna Cockburn
Nov 29, 2023

NEWS: New Season Of Shows At Capital Theatres 2024
Capital Theatres’ new season brings stars of stage and screen, groundbreaking physical theatre and exceptional work for families to the...
Jenna Cockburn
Nov 23, 2023


REVIEW: Disney's Aladdin | UK Tour 2023, Edinburgh Playhouse
"A Shining, Shimmering, Splendour filled with the magic and wonder of A Whole New World of gleeful glory!" After wowing audiences of...
Jenna Cockburn
Nov 3, 2023

NEWS: New Musical Version Of 101 Dalmatians To Tour The UK In 2024
A new musical version of Dodie Smith’s classic book 101 Dalmatians will embark on a UK tour, playing at the Edinburgh Playhouse in...
Jenna Cockburn
Oct 19, 2023

REVIEW: Sister Act The Musical | Festival Theatre, Edinburgh
"A heavenly revival blessed with joyful and soulful performances!" Based on the hit 1992 film of the same name, Sister Act The Musical ...
Jenna Cockburn
Oct 3, 2023
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