Spilling Words
@spillingwords.bsky.social
Mostly writing reviews about things I've seen, usually in and around Edinburgh
@showstoppermusical.bsky.social is a bit of a must see. I made their first show this year, and it did not disappoint. It was fabulously titled '5,6,7 Quake', and it might be my favourite so far. Every night is different, so who knows what today will bring. It might even be your suggestion!
August 1, 2025 at 8:36 AM
@showstoppermusical.bsky.social is a bit of a must see. I made their first show this year, and it did not disappoint. It was fabulously titled '5,6,7 Quake', and it might be my favourite so far. Every night is different, so who knows what today will bring. It might even be your suggestion!
My next pick for @edfringe.bsky.social is Mary Queen of Rock, by the local female-led Pretty Knickers Productions. A riot of colour and sound, the (slightly historically inaccurate) depiction of Mary Queen of Scots is a total joy from start to finish. It's 90 minutes, but they went by quickly!
August 1, 2025 at 8:30 AM
My next pick for @edfringe.bsky.social is Mary Queen of Rock, by the local female-led Pretty Knickers Productions. A riot of colour and sound, the (slightly historically inaccurate) depiction of Mary Queen of Scots is a total joy from start to finish. It's 90 minutes, but they went by quickly!
My first highlight of @edfringe.bsky.social is Lovett. A one-woman show about Mrs Lovett of Sweeny Todd fame. @lucyroslyn.bsky.social is magnificent in her portrayal of the famous pie-maker. She gives us a masterclass in not only embodying characters but also in captivating an audience. A must see.
August 1, 2025 at 8:21 AM
My first highlight of @edfringe.bsky.social is Lovett. A one-woman show about Mrs Lovett of Sweeny Todd fame. @lucyroslyn.bsky.social is magnificent in her portrayal of the famous pie-maker. She gives us a masterclass in not only embodying characters but also in captivating an audience. A must see.
Best time of the year in Edinburgh, it's Fringe baby! I know there's plenty of people here that hate it because it's crowded and it makes living here harder during August - perfectly valid. Edinburgh in August, if the festivals aren't your thing, is definitely best avoided. It's busy and noisy and
August 1, 2025 at 8:12 AM
Best time of the year in Edinburgh, it's Fringe baby! I know there's plenty of people here that hate it because it's crowded and it makes living here harder during August - perfectly valid. Edinburgh in August, if the festivals aren't your thing, is definitely best avoided. It's busy and noisy and
Adaptations aren't always the best, no matter what genre it's being adapted from and to. I adore the film Kinky Boots, for example, but the stage version doesn't grab me nearly as much. So I was a little bit hesitant to go to see Wild Rose at @lyceumedinburgh.bsky.social. It was completely unfounded
April 6, 2025 at 6:45 AM
Adaptations aren't always the best, no matter what genre it's being adapted from and to. I adore the film Kinky Boots, for example, but the stage version doesn't grab me nearly as much. So I was a little bit hesitant to go to see Wild Rose at @lyceumedinburgh.bsky.social. It was completely unfounded
Stacey Dooley was at the Assembly Rooms, for a night titled 'Stories from Remarkable Mothers'. I went along - I'm a mother, and I know many remarkable mothers. This has the potential to be a really life affirming evening hearing about motherhood. What we got was more a bit of an insular look at
April 5, 2025 at 9:47 AM
Stacey Dooley was at the Assembly Rooms, for a night titled 'Stories from Remarkable Mothers'. I went along - I'm a mother, and I know many remarkable mothers. This has the potential to be a really life affirming evening hearing about motherhood. What we got was more a bit of an insular look at
Ghost Stories at the Festival Theatre. I was very much looking forward to this, having heard from friends how good it is. I was left feeling rather disappointed, in all honesty. That's not to say there wasn't good stuff - the set was impressive for a touring show, and everything built up to an
March 28, 2025 at 7:42 AM
Ghost Stories at the Festival Theatre. I was very much looking forward to this, having heard from friends how good it is. I was left feeling rather disappointed, in all honesty. That's not to say there wasn't good stuff - the set was impressive for a touring show, and everything built up to an
I know which one is Ant and which one is Dec - but I have no clue which one is Noel and which one is Liam. Is it just me?
October 17, 2024 at 6:28 PM
I know which one is Ant and which one is Dec - but I have no clue which one is Noel and which one is Liam. Is it just me?