Culture
Beautiful art-inspired gifts that are perfect for Christmas
The joy and beauty of Scotland’s national art collection – expertly translated into stunning items that will make the perfect gift. With items to wear, eat, create with, plan with, design with, decorate with or simply gaze at – there really is something for everyone this festive season. What’s more, all the profits go to…
Read MoreEmerging artists to be showcased at the Usher Hall
Scotland’s musical stars of the future are showcased at Edinburgh’s Usher Hall in Emerging Artists series. The Usher Hall and Live Music Now Scotland have partnered to present a series of special concerts at Usher Hall that showcase the best upcoming musical talent from Scotland. Concerts in December and January include New Antonine Brass, Jacopo…
Read More10 creepy Scottish ghost stories for Halloween
From hell hounds to poltergeists, Scotland has no shortage of spooky stories. We round up 10 of our favourites which you may not have heard of… 1. The Ghost In The Bath Blythswood Square in Glasgow was the place to live in the 1800s, but when Captain Smythe moved into his new des res he…
Read MoreBig change at Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art
The Scottish National Gallery of Modern Art has temporarily closed the doors of its Café Modern Two until December. Working alongside catering partner, Heritage Portfolio, an extensive refurbishment programme will be carried out over the next few weeks to refresh the café, on Belford Road, Edinburgh, in order to pave the way for an exciting new…
Read MoreThe December 2019 edition of Scottish Field is out now
The December 2019 edition of Scottish Field is now available. In this packed 208 pages, we get into the festive spirit as we do Christmas in style with a feast in the lavish surroundings of Duns Castle. Editor Richard Bath said: ‘Being a simple soul, as soon as I start to think about Christmas –…
Read MoreThree days until reopening after multi-million revamp
Aberdeen Art Gallery is set to reopen this weekend following a once-in a lifetime £34.6million investment to create a major cultural attraction in the heart of the Granite City. This world-class arts complex, which aims to be a must-visit attraction for both local residents and tourists alike, will throw its new doors open to the…
Read MoreThe Mousetrap – the ultimate murder mystery
For the past decade or so, Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap has held a certain fascination for me. It stems from meeting an actor, who was appearing in the West End production at the time, and he was surprised when I told him I knew very little about it, aside from the fact it is the…
Read MoreGo on a strange (but wonderful) journey
It’s been over 40 years since Tim Curry donned his suspenders, corset and fishnets in his legendary role as Dr. Frank-N- Furter. But judging by the crowd at The Edinburgh Playhouse last night, the cult phenomenon that is The Rocky Horror Picture Show is very much alive and well. Richard O’Brien’s musical comedy horror has…
Read MoreV&A Dundee to recreate Scotland’s earliest reggae club
V&A Dundee will recreate one of Scotland’s earliest reggae club nights at a one-off event next month, in celebration of its current exhibition Studio Nicholas Daley. Nicholas Daley, who regularly collaborates with musicians and DJs when creating his collections, has curated an evening that will pay homage to grassroots club night The Reggae Klub. Tay…
Read MoreExploits of Scottish WW2 pilots explored at Kelvingrove
Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum has unveiled a new display centred on the 602 (City of Glasgow) Auxiliary Air Force Squadron’s actions at the start of World War II. The exploits of distinguished pilot, Squadron Leader Archibald ‘Archie’ McKellar DSO DFC & Bar, who shot down the first German aircraft on British soil on 28…
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