Posts Tagged ‘Aberdeen’
Scottish Opera’s new season opens with Rigoletto
Scottish Opera’s 2018/19 season is set to begin with Giuseppe Verdi’s Rigoletto. A revival of the 2011 production by award-winning director Matthew Richardson and designer Jon Morrell, it will open at the Theatre Royal Glasgow on October 18, before the production tours to Aberdeen, Edinburgh and Inverness. This tragic tale of seduction and revenge, set…
Read MoreThe search for firms who develop skills for the future
Sharing knowledge and educating others in the ways of rural Scotland is a vital part of traditional Scottish business. The Scottish Rural Awards is looking for Scottish firms, based in the countryside, which play their part in educating the broader community. Education is vital to a productive, progressive society. The Scottish Rural Awards is mindful…
Read MoreNicola Benedetti looks to get more children into music
Scotland’s world-class violinist Nicola Benedetti launched a fantastic new series of free Super Strings Sessions for hundreds of young musicians across Scotland. Nicola, along with Big Noise, are promoting the Super Strings Sessions will involve around 350 young string players and are supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. The scheme was launched at Aberdeen…
Read MoreThe Battle of Prestonpans set for re-enactment
The historic Battle of Prestonpans will be marked this month with a massive living history event. Held as part of the annual East Lothian Battle Weekend, and supported by EventScotland and East Lothian Council, a series of family friendly activities have been planned on 15th and 16th September, at the culmination of East Lothian Archaeology…
Read MoreParents paying the price to get a good education
Parents need to pay an average of ÂŁ72,973 more to live in the catchment area of a top performing state secondary school in Scotland. That’s according to new research from Bank of Scotland showing that average prices in these areas have now reached ÂŁ277,134. Home buyers are paying, on average, a premium of over a…
Read MoreThe search is on for Scotland’s young theatre talent
Scottish Youth Theatre are touring Scotland over the next couple of months to recruit talented young artists. Following a critically acclaimed performance by this year’s company, Scottish Youth Theatre is now recruiting for their 2019 National Ensemble. To ensure they recruit the most promising young artists Scotland has to offer, they are auditioning across the…
Read MoreCash is not king – how inflation erodes your savings
There’s something reassuring about money in the bank. It’s easily accessible; stowed away  in a trusted institution; and, when you make a withdrawal, it’s tangible. No wonder then that in times of uncertainty people tend to favour cash, believing it will protect their savings. By contrast, investors often only feel comfortable investing in stocks, shares, and funds when…
Read MoreGood food lovers will find their Spiritualist home
The north east’s newest bar and restaurant has opened its doors. The Spiritualist, situated on Langstane Place, brings new vibes to Aberdeen, offering an outstanding drinks menu alongside delicious food. The venue comes from the owners of some of Scotland’s best bars, including Copper Blossom in Edinburgh and Church on the Hill in Glasgow. Specialising…
Read MoreHelped wanted to clean Scotland’s beaches
It’s been a great summer for Scottish beach lovers – and now they’ve being urged to join the 25th annual coastal clean up. Event organisers the Marine Conservation Society say supporters are the key to cleaner beaches, and hope more people than ever before in Scotland will take part in event from 14-17 September. The…
Read MoreA very busy weekend is in store for Aberdeen
This weekend a Scottish city will be enjoying two days of sporting achievement, celebration and music. Saturday and Sunday, (25 and 26 August, promise to be memorable with Celebrate Aberdeen and the Simplyhealth Great Aberdeen Run return to the city. On Saturday 25 August, Celebrate Aberdeen will feature the Union Street mile run organised by…
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