Capital Theatres has announced an exciting autumn season at the Studio Theatre, featuring a lively lineup aimed at supporting early-career artists and new theatrical works. Backed by Creative Scotland, this season includes a rich array of productions, ranging from electrifying musical theatre to innovative dance performances and heartwarming family shows, underscoring Capital Theatres’ commitment to Scotland’s artistic community.
The season kicks off with “Half Man Half Bull” on October 31 and November 1, a musical gig theatre piece from producers Wright & Grainger and Oliver Tilney. This production reinterprets the Greek myths of Theseus and the Minotaur as well as Daedalus and Icarus, offering a modern twist to these classic stories through spoken word and live music following its success at the 2024 Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Continuing its support for emerging voices, the Gateway Writing Festival will take place from November 3-5. This peer-curated event at the Studio Theatre will showcase nine short pieces developed by new playwrights, highlighting the talents of up-and-coming creatives in programming, production, and direction.
The Studio Theatre is also set to host Dance Horizons’ Innovations Dance Platform on November 7-8, a rapidly growing contemporary dance showcase known for presenting fresh ideas and supporting artists at varying stages of their careers, featuring works from across the UK and Europe.
As the year winds down, the Studio Theatre will captivate audiences with “Snowy” from December 17-31. This delightful family show is the inaugural winner of the Wee Ones Winter Commissions, a collaborative effort by Capital Theatres, Eden Court Highlands, and Aberdeen Performing Arts. “Snowy,” a winter tale by Jordan Blackwood, Ross MacKay, and Scottish Theatre Producers, follows a curious puppy’s enchanting Christmas adventure inside a snow globe.
These new productions complement existing family favourites such as “Hopeful Monsters,” “Hercules The Bear,” and “The Paper Dolls,” along with the thought-provoking one-person show “Common Tongue,” which delves into themes of Scottish language and identity.
Fiona Gibson, Chief Executive of Capital Theatres, expressed her enthusiasm, stating, “At the heart of Capital Theatres’ mission is the support and nurturing of talent within the Scottish creative community.” She emphasized that this season aims to “empower emerging artists while bringing fresh music, dance, and theatre to Edinburgh audiences.”
Priority booking for Friends of Capital Theatres started today, July 23, with general sales beginning on July 31. Tickets are available at capitaltheatres.com.
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