The Dead South met high expectations, proving their captivating sound extends far beyond a single hit, delivering a rich blend of bluegrass instrumentation and hauntingly beautiful folk narratives.
A guide to entertainment in Edinburgh
When it comes to entertainment in Edinburgh, we're very lucky to be spoilt for choice! Whether it's comedy, cinema, theatre, cabaret, shows, spoken word, special events, launches and book readings, there's always something going on.
Here at Edinburgh Reviews, we can never cover everything happening around us in-depth - that's too much for us to handle - but we do cover select entertainment that catches our eye. You can also find plenty of other goings on via our social media!
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Review: Seven Drunken Nights at the Usher Hall
Seven Drunken Nights is the story of the Dubliners, an Irish band from the 60s and 70s.
Review of Jonny & The Baptists: The Happiness Index
Birdy high-tailed it down to the Traverse Theatre to watch The Happiness Index from Jonny & The Baptists – a first seeing this lovely double act live.
Review: Guy Masterson’s A Christmas Carol
Guy Masterson’s solo performance of “A Christmas Carol” at the Assembly Roxy is a powerful rendition of the classic, perfect for getting into the festive spirit, but may not hold the attention of young teens and comes with pricey bar costs.
Review: Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh’s Christmas lights 2024
I’ve mixed feelings about the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (aka The Botanics) Christmas lights.
Review: Renaissance – Scotland and Europe 1480 to 1630
The Renaissance—Scotland and Europe 1480 to 1630 is a free, small, and well-formed exhibition in the National Library of Scotland on George IV Bridge. It’s tactile, offering dress-up and embroidery, but the primary audience must surely be historians, geeks, and academics.
Review of Hel Cabaret: Nocturnal Rites
Birdy’s a little bit late with this review, but since the next Hel Cabaret event is now just over a month away, it’s as good a time as any to get this one out! All photos taken by Pictures in Blood.
Review: Game On at the National Museum of Scotland
At Game On at the National Museum of Scotland, you’ll find a treasure trove of over 100 playable games. And if you’re a gaming enthusiast like me, it’s not just about the games but also about the memories they evoke-at least. I tallied up at least 100 nostalgic, happy memories. Game On runs until November […]