Tuned in for new appointments at the Royal Scottish National Orchestra

By Reporter | January 19, 2018

The Royal Scottish National Orchestra has made two major appointments. The orchestra has appointed Paul Philbert as its new principal timpani and Luis Eisen as associate principal bassoon, writes Stacey Wylie. Paul Philbert, originally from London, will be joining RSNO as principal timpani (kettledrum). Having studied at Purcell School and Trinity College, Philbert has had…

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Glasgow Citizens Theatre’s 50p offer is just the ticket

By Reporter | January 18, 2018

Glasgow’s Citizens Theatre is kicking off 2018 by offering bargain hungry fans the chance to snap up 50p tickets for the company’s production of Rona Munro’s modern classic, Bold Girls. From 10am on Saturday, 20 January, 100 tickets for Bold Girls will be available for 50p. Tickets are available across 10 performances and can only…

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Supermarket gives its backing to small Scottish firm

By Reporter | January 18, 2018

A Scottish supermarket has given its support to a new bottling facility dedicated to overcoming the challenges in getting small batch craft sodas manufactured. Scotmid Co-operative has invested in The Start-Up Drinks Lab. Borne out of sheer frustration at the lack of accessible production facilities for small batch soft drinks, The Start-Up Drinks Lab was…

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Raise a dram to Glasgow’s second National Whisky Festival this Saturday

By Reporter | January 15, 2018

The National Whisky Festival is returning to Glasgow this weekend. Run in partnership with Celtic Connections, this unique tasting festival blends the world of whisky with the best in Scottish culture: featuring makers of whisky-related crafts, home-ware and artwork, an impressive programme of live music and food from popular local haunts. This will take place…

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TV stars will tour in new Scottish stage comedy

By Reporter | January 15, 2018

Two Scottish theatre companies are collaborating in new musical comedy which is touring the country. Grid Iron and Stellar Quines theatre companies come together to create Bingo!, a new musical comedy empowering women, writes Stacey Wylie. Starring both stage and screen names including Louise McCarthy from ScotSquad and Two Doors Down, Wendy Seagar, Barbara Rafferty…

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Book review: Giants of the Clyde

By Reporter | January 11, 2018

The River Clyde in Glasgow was known internationally and recognised as the ultimate shipbuilding accolade. By as late as the 1950s around a seventh of the world’s total sea-going tonnage was built on the Clyde. It’s certainly no Mississippi or Amazon in size – but its history is legendary. From the many yards on its…

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A celebration of Robert Burns with whisky and fine food

By Reporter | January 7, 2018

Eight pubs in Edinburgh and another in Glasgow are getting ready to take part in a celebration of whisky. Launching on 15 January, Nicholson’s will be hosting its second annual National Whisky Showcase at eight pubs in Edinburgh and at The Drum & Monkey in Glasgow, as well as celebrating Scotland with their special Burns…

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Celtic Connections hits its silver anniversary with a host of stars

By Reporter | January 5, 2018

Britain’s biggest winter music festival of its kind is being held in Glasgow – and it’s just under a fortnight away. Celtic Connections celebrates its 25th anniversary with an exciting and ambitious line-up of musicians from all corners of the world, showcasing the best talent in folk, world and jazz music. Descending on Glasgow between…

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Hollywood stars will be toasting Scotch whisky firm at awards

By Reporter | January 4, 2018

It’s three cheers for Duncan Taylor Scotch Whisky as they launch their 80th anniversary at Critics’ Choice Awards in Hollywood. Duncan Taylor Scotch Whisky will be raising a dram to celebrate their birthday this year by kicking off in style as the spirits sponsors of the 23rd Critics’ Choice Awards in Hollywood on 11 January.…

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