Posts Tagged ‘relationship’
FRINGE REVIEW: “Shamilton”
Shamilton – Venue 17 – Assembly George Square Studios – Studio One – 5.30 pm LIN-MANUEL Miranda’s hip-hop musical Hamilton is a modern classic, adored by fans world-wide. So, it is no surprise that Baby Wants Candy’s improv spoof Shamilton would be just as well received. Outfitted in near-matching costumes, the performers took the stage…
Read MoreGlencairn marks 40th birthday with whisky pipette
Scottish crystal company, Glencairn Crystal Studio, is launching a new Glencairn Pipette this week for whisky-lovers to add a splash of water to their dram. As makers of the world’s best-selling whisky glass, now selling over 3.5 million Glencairn Glasses around the world per year, the family run team at Glencairn Crystal know that adding…
Read MoreBid to uncover Churchill’s untold Scots connections
THE International Churchill Society (ICS) wants to hear untold stories about Sir Winston Churchill’s connections with Scotland. The society has highlighted many of the Second World War leader’s well-known links to Scotland in the latest issue of its journal, Finest Hour. Those connections include his service in the 6th Battalion of the Royal Scots Fusiliers on…
Read MoreNew jewellery collection on show in Gallery
The Scottish Gallery is presenting a new collection of jewellery exploring the relationship of colour, balance and form. Running until 28 March, it is showcasing the work of Elizabeth Jane Campbell. Working with vitreous enamel in simple oxidised silver settings, she creates beautiful jewellery featuring a playful colour palette. Elizabeth Jane Campbell said: ‘My recent…
Read MoreA passionate affair in The Sound of the Hours
Occupation during the Second World War in Barga, Tuscany, turns plans for the future of 17-year-old Vita on their head, in The Sound of the Hours by Karen Campbell. The arrival of Frank Chapel, a young black US soldier, finds the Scottish-Italian heroine falling deeply in love. The vividly portrayed characters embark on a passionate…
Read MoreSecond whisky release in curiosity collection
Glen Moray Distillery has announced the launch of the second limited-edition single malt whisky in the Curiosity Collection: Glen Moray Rhum Agricole Cask Finish Project, which is a UK exclusive release. After the success of Glen Moray Cider Cask Project last year, master distiller Graham Coull is continuing to push the single malt boundaries and…
Read MoreNew limited edition trio of wood finish whiskies
GlenAllachie are extending their range of whiskies with the launch of their first-ever series of limited edition wood finishes. The range comprises the 8 year old Koval Rye Quarter Cask Wood Finish; the 10 year old Port Wood Finish; and the 12 year old Pedro Ximenez Sherry Wood Finish. The trio highlights the wood management…
Read MoreA novel take on turbulent marriage of Robert Burns
The Jewel is a historical novel which follows the dramatic years of Jean Armour and Robert Burns’ courtship, and their turbulent, passionate married life. Bringing 18th-century Scotland to life, The Jewel is the story of a romantic and tragic relationship, with the death of six children and the early demise of Rab, aged 37. How…
Read MoreCountry star Maren Morris charms Scottish fans
Two years on from her last visit to Glasgow, Maren Morris returned at the O2 Academy in support of new album Girl. This time she brought fellow country starlet Raelynn along for the ride. As support act for the night, Raelynn got the audience all hyped up with huge success, before Maren herself took to…
Read MoreHistoric links between Scotland and China
The Chinese in Britain: A History of Visitors and Settlers celebrates the Chinese who immigrated and visited Britain. This book details notable Chinese people who settled in our country including students who came to Scotland to enrich their education, entrepreneurs who invested in the Bank of Scotland and sailors who worked on British ships. This…
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