Posts Tagged ‘Aberdeen’
Scottish Opera prepares for a Russian first
The first ever performance of Rachmaninov on the Scottish Opera stage, and the Scottish premiere of Francesca da Rimini, are taking place soon. The 2017/18 Sunday Series: Opera in Concert concludes on 6 May at 3pm at Theatre Royal Glasgow with a Rachmaninov double bill of Aleko and Francesca da Rimini. Scottish Opera’s music director…
Read MoreTheatre broadcast will be Absolutely Fabulous
Scottish theatre lovers unable to attend a London performance will be able to see a show live in cinemas. Oscar Wilde’s Lady Winderemere’s Fan is currently being staged at London’s Vaudeville Theatre, and will be broadcast on 20 March. The cast includes BAFTA Award-winning actor Jennifer Saunders as the Duchess of Berwick and BAFTA-nominated Kevin…
Read MoreClinic is waging a war on fat as people sign up
A cosmetic clinic is waging war on fat as record numbers undergo an intensive weight loss plan which offers slimmers full GP supervision and psychological support. Edinburgh-based Dermal Clinic has revealed that enrolments for its Alevere Therapy treatment have hit an all-time high, attracting many patients who have failed to shed unwanted pounds on other…
Read MoreDoctor Who star steps back in time to Dunoon childhood
He’s a Scot who’s known all over the planet Earth, having saving the world more times than he cares to remember. Sylvester McCoy played the seventh Doctor Who on television, from 1987-1989, before returning briefly in 1996, during which time he saved the day by dashing the Daleks and crushing the Cybermen. But he’s not…
Read MoreThere was whisky galore on distillery tours
The promise of a few drams and a visit to the real-life setting of Whisky Galore! was more than enough to tempt me away from my desk and up north. At the crack of dawn one Wednesday morning, I found myself high tailing it by train towards the granite city. From Aberdeen train station, myself…
Read MoreSpeyside is the home of whisky – and lots more besides
Whisky is something that we take for granted in Scotland. I know that I do. My dad worked in the whisky business as an accountant for many years, and both he and my mum were keen enthusiasts of a wee dram, but it’s never quite been my tipple of taste. As a result, I’d never…
Read MoreNew Scottish gin aims to conquer the equestrian market
A new Scottish gin aimed at the equestrian market has been given its official launch. And Ginkhana has already received the seal of approval from two Olympian equestrian legends, Sir Mark Todd and Pippa Funnell MBE. Ginkhana launched its first small batch expression in partnership with Twin River Distillery in Royal Deeside. The spirit has…
Read MoreThe story of Martin Guerre touring Scottish theatres
The true story of Martin Guerre is being brought to Scottish theatres over the coming days with the play, The Return. Eden Court Theatre’s new production, The Return, inspired by the old and still mysterious story, has been touring Scotland throughout February, and continues into March. The true story of Martin Guerre is an intriguing…
Read MoreBig makeover is revealed for Scottish youth hostelling
Scotland’s youth hostels are to be given a new branding, which will give it a fresh image. Previously known as the Scottish Youth Hostels Association (SYHA), the organisation has changed its trading name following a strategic review. The much-loved 87-year-old hostelling accommodation provider will now be known as Hostelling Scotland. Their new-look logo reflects the…
Read MoreNorth of Scotland property market is showing a rise in sales
The property market in the north of Scotland is showing healthy signs. Leading independent property consultancy Galbraith, has published its summary of Aberdeenshire and Inverness-shire property sales for the final quarter of 2017. The firm reports a significant increase in sales for the quarter and it is apparent that demand from local buyers is underpinning…
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