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Beyond the Revolution

Beyond the Revolution

First hand experience of Arab Spring brought to stage

December 2010 saw the start of what was to become known as the Arab Spring, as revolution spread across the Middle East. Mariem Omari was in Iraq at the time working in a humanitarian role and saw events unfold first hand. Now she has brought her experiences to the stage in Revolution Days.

Nov 21 2021 | By | Reply More
You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown

You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown

★★★☆☆ Surprisingly deep

There’s an unexpected and more than welcome depth to the hearty production of You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown staged by Happy Sad Productions at the Assembly Roxy Upstairs until Sunday.

Oct 9 2021 | By | Reply More
Theatre Stories

Theatre Stories

Has theatre changed your life?

Playwright Laura Horton wants to hear stories from people whose lives have been effected by the theatre for a project: Theatre Stories. She is in residence collecting stories at Assembly Roxy this week, Monday 23 to Friday 27 August 2021. 

Aug 23 2021 | By | Reply More
Fear of Roses

Fear of Roses

★★★★☆ Stylish

Fear of Roses, by Black Bat Productions at Assembly Roxy, is a crisp, intelligent and thoroughly rewarding three-hander.

Aug 13 2021 | By | Reply More
Physical distancing lifted – official responses

Physical distancing lifted – official responses

Theatres and events respond to physical distancing news

The announcement in Holyrood on Tuesday that, if all goes according to plan, physical distancing will be completely lifted on Monday 9 August 2021 has been welcomed by Edinburgh’s theatres and events organisers.

Jun 24 2021 | By | Reply More
Crew Callout

Crew Callout

Creatives wanted for live musical in October

Edinburgh student company Happy Sad Productions is looking for “enthusiastic people” to join their team for You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown.

Jun 12 2021 | By | Reply More
Let There Be Theatre

Let There Be Theatre

White Rabbit Red Rabbit marks a year since theatres went dark

Edinburgh’s Assembly Roxy will be joining venues from Aukland to Vancouver on Saturday 13 March to mark a whole year since the pandemic caused theatres around the world to go dark.

Mar 13 2021 | By | Reply More
Roxy Creative Labs

Roxy Creative Labs

Week-long creative labs – first deadline looming

Assembly Roxy is inviting artists, makers and freelancers into the building to take part in three Creative Labs, each for one week only, with applications for the first lab due this Monday, 16 November 2020.

Nov 13 2020 | By | Reply More
£955K for Ed Theatres

£955K for Ed Theatres

Second wave of Covid funds announced:

Six Edinburgh organisations have received a total of £955,698 as part of the £5m Performing Arts Venue Relief Fund, the second round of government support, administered by Creative Scotland and announced on Thursday 24 September 2020.

Sep 25 2020 | By | Reply More
Covid-19 update

Covid-19 update

First cancellation and latest info

Edinburgh’s first theatrical cancellation due to Covid 19 has happened with American drag artiste Sasha Velour pulling out of his European tour, including his Usher Hall date on Saturday 14 March 2020.

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