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Theatre review, Maggie & Me: Damian Barr’s memoir adaptation hits the stage

Ellie Forbes takes a rollercoaster ride through Damian Barr's childhood in his adaptation of his memoir Maggie & Me. ★★★★ Turning a story written about...
Alistair Moffat. Credit: Andrew Cawley

The Good Books, Alistair Moffat: ‘I recently bought three new novels and after a few pages of each, hurled them across the room’

Alistair Moffat on the books of his childhood, his despair at badly written novels, and his ancient alcove for reading.    The first book I...
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Nuart: World famous street art festival under way in Aberdeen

It has been named as one of the top six street-art destinations to see alongside the likes Rio de Janeiro, Sydney, and San Francisco. And...
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From Cookham to Canna: Artist Gilbert Spencer

Eclipsed by his more famous brother, Gilbert Spencer was a distinguished artist in his own right whose career included a little-known spell in Scotland, finds...
Chris Brookmyre. Credit: Bob McDevitt Photography.

The Good Books, Chris Brookmyre: ‘Reading Iain Banks changed my perception of what Scottish fiction could be’

Chris Brookmyre on colourful comics, the essence of Glasgow, and the importance of reading somewhere sunny when your writing spot isn’t.  The first book I...
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Review: Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, Edinburgh Playhouse

Fiona Bennett relives the childhood joy of Chitty Chitty Bang Bang. 'This musical marvel will leave you feeling happy and entertained. A lively and polished...


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