Futureproof: a radical opportunity for young theatre fans

FREE PICTURE: Futureproof Festival Launch by the National Theatre of Scotland, Fri 25/05/2018: The National Theatre of Scotland launches “Futureproof” - a Scotland-wide festival of theatre and performance created by young people in celebration of Scotland’s Year of Young People 2018. The National Theatre of Scotland is marking Scotland’s Year of Young People in 2018 by staging a major radical new festival of international performing arts, created by young people working alongside renowned Scottish, British and international theatre practitioners. Running from 28 September to 28 October (2018) in Aberdeen, Dundee Edinburgh, Falkirk, Fife, Highlands, Moray, Paisley, Shetland and South Ayrshire from 28 September to 28 October 2018 Pictured launching the festival at the National Museum of Scotland (Edinburgh, one of the Futureproof venues) are young people involved in the National Theatre of Scotland’s Year of Young People 2018 programme. More information from: Emma Schad, NTS Head of Communications – emma.schad@nationaltheatrescotland.com - 0141 227 9016 or 07930 308 018 or Jane Hamilton, NTS Marketing and Press Officer – jane.hamilton@nationaltheatrescotland.com - 0141 227 9485 - 07967 742 491. Photography for the National Theatre of Scotland from: Colin Hattersley Photography - www.colinhattersley.com - cphattersley@gmail.com - 07974 957 388.

National Theatre of Scotland is staging Futureproof, a major radical new festival of international performing arts.

On the job: Theatre Stage Manager

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Ever wondered how Mary Poppins flies in a theatre show? Want to know how to get invited to Elton John’s beach party? Then Malcolm Tilley is the man you’re after. Organising theatre productions in the world famous King’s Theatre in Glasgow, we find out what it takes to be a stage manager. 🎭 What is… Continue reading On the job: Theatre Stage Manager

Carrie Hope Fletcher

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Juggling her book release, performing in Les Misérables in the West End and making YouTube videos for half a million fans, Carrie Hope Fletcher (little sister of Tom from McFly) is probably one of the busiest 22-year-olds out there. Carrie took some time out of her busy schedule to talk about her brilliant career so far Congratulations on your… Continue reading Carrie Hope Fletcher

REVIEW: Dirty Dancing, King’s Theatre, Glasgow

I was never a big Dirty Dancing fan, so when I heard the hit film had been adapted for the stage, my expectations weren’t high. You see, I never liked the idea of a musical where the lead characters don’t sing – but to my surprise, it actually worked. What I loved about this production… Continue reading REVIEW: Dirty Dancing, King’s Theatre, Glasgow

Kenny Boyle: Centre Stage

It’s easy to forget in a celebrity-mad world that there are amazing people who are still up and coming on the acting scene – and set to make a huge impression. Kenny Boyle, co-founder of the Sonic Boom Theatre Company, is one of Scotland’s rising stars. Having set up a theatre company fresh out of… Continue reading Kenny Boyle: Centre Stage

The all-singing, all-dancing medical student

We all dream of having the full package – angelic singer, graceful dancer and sought-after actor… And for some, this is a reality. Vicki Robertson, 21, originally from Ladybank in Fife has just been cast as Sandy in Grease, which will be showing at Glasgow’s King’s Theatre this April. Not only has she got the… Continue reading The all-singing, all-dancing medical student

REVIEW: Black Watch, Glasgow

Black Watch, National Theatre of Scotland SECC, Glasgow, performing until 13 April Seven years after its hugely successful premiere, the National Theatre of Scotland’s Black Watch returned to the SECC last month. Gregory Burke’s immense production remains just as powerful to Scottish audiences, most of whom will have heard of the show by now but… Continue reading REVIEW: Black Watch, Glasgow

REVIEW: The Rocky Horror Picture Show,Glasgow

The Rocky Horror Picture Show Kings Theatre, Glasgow, 26/02/13 Suspenders – check! Gold hot pants – check! Dancing until your feet hurt – double check! Cult favourite musical, The Rocky Horror Show, continues its 40th anniversary tour as it arrives in Glasgow this month. With performances every evening this week until 2 March, the raunchy musical… Continue reading REVIEW: The Rocky Horror Picture Show,Glasgow

From Stage to Screen

Since its release across the pond last year, the big-screen adaptation of Les Misérables has been winning rave reviews from critics and cinema-goers alike. And we at Source couldn’t be more pleased. You see, we love a good musical, in the biggest, flashiest, jazz-handiest way possible. The costumes, the goosebump-inducing musical numbers, the lights, the… Continue reading From Stage to Screen