Reading Time: 2 minutesThe Long Drop is a psychological black comedy written by Linda McLean and directed by Dominic Hill, based around the 2017 book of the same name by Denise Mina. The play follows William Watt (Keith Fleming) as he comes to grips with the murder of his family, which he has been accused of, and attempts to uncover the truth with the help of the shady Peter Manuel (Brian Vernel).
Reading Time: 2 minutes‘A show that leaves you winded with hope and grief’ ‘Flight’, based on the novel Hinterland by Caroline Brothers, was adapted by Oliver Emanuel and directed by Jamie Harrison and Candice Edmunds. Originally commissioned by the Edinburgh…
Reading Time: 3 minutesHidden, created by Motionhouse and Kevin Finnan MBE, is a masterpiece of a performance from beginning to end.
Reading Time: 2 minutes“An intriguing commentary on revenge and justice” From the outset, the premise of The Trials, written by Dawn King and directed by Joanna Bowman, was fascinating. Twelve children picked for jury duty forced to determine the fates…
Reading Time: 3 minutes‘The Events’ is a play written by David Greig, directed by Jack Nurse, and assistant directed by Morgan Ferguson. It follows the journey of Claire (Claire Lamont) – a priest, a choir leader, and the sole survivor of a church mass shooting – as she grapples with trauma, grief, and confusion.
Reading Time: 2 minutesA highly emotive and educational piece of theatre vital for the modern world. From the premise alone, Burnout: A Verbatim Play promised to be fascinating. Composed of dialogue entirely from twenty-seven interviews conducted by writer Ellen Bradbury,…
Reading Time: 2 minutesFrom its premise, ‘So Young’ (written by Douglas Maxwell) promised to be an emotional show. Revolving around a husband, Davie (Andy Clark), and wife, Liane (Lucianne McEvoy) visiting Milo (Robert Jack), who lost his wife Helen only a short while before.
Reading Time: 3 minutes‘Boys’ by Ella Hickson is a play about masculinity, friendship, adulthood, and taking a stand for what’s important. First performed in 2012, this 2025 performance by Northern Assignment held its audience captive throughout its two-hour run, and is performed by a cast you don’t want to miss.
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA must see comedy at the Fringe
Reading Time: 2 minutesAn incredible portrayal of trans struggles and defiance in the U.K., both historically and today