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A CHAOS OF LIGHT
New Writing Scotland 43
Ed. by Kirstin Innes, Chris Powici & Niall O’Gallagher

“writing that unsettles and challenges, that questions assumptions… A rich, boisterous, tender, charming, angry, sorrowful, gleeful mix”

Aug 2025 – available for preorder!
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New Writing Scotland 43
Edited by Kirstin Innes, Chris Powici & Niall O’Gallagher Published in: Paperback, 184 pages By: Association for Scottish Literature, Glasgow, August 2025 Price: £9.95 ISBN: 9781906841669 Cover image…
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July 10, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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Heatwave got you dreaming of snow? Well we’ve got you covered as today we’re announcing the first of our Cinderella Company with Kat B and George Heyworth starring as your favourite Ugly Sisters this festive season!

Opening 22 Nov and tickets are from £10, www.hackneyempire.co.uk/events/cinderella
July 10, 2025 at 11:11 AM
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This summer, the game begins with you!

We’re busy installing your summer of fun ☀️ Get ready for Make It! Play It! and explore the making that powers play with our brand new exhibition.

Launching 24th July with @claymatic.games, @lego-group.bsky.social and more!

thenvm.org/make-it-play...
July 10, 2025 at 11:13 AM
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Tickets are available for the #NorthSeaPoets autumn course 'Writing With ...'

This seven-week course will cover everything from landscapes to ghosts, from Heaney to Plath and is suitable for both experienced and emerging writers.

Get all the details: buff.ly/lJv4Fbp

#PoetrySky #PoetryWorkshop
July 10, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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🪄🔥 Magic, mayhem, and a touch of mischief!
Kathryn Haywood brings her hilarious new show Magic & Sex to @alphabettitheatre.bsky.social for Newcastle Fringe.

🎟️ Don’t miss it: July 31, 5pm
📍 Newcastle
👉 Preview: www.northeasttheatreguide.co.uk/2025/07/prev...
Preview: Magic & Sex at Newcastle Alphabetti
www.northeasttheatreguide.co.uk
July 6, 2025 at 7:10 PM
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The Dymphna Bursary

is awarded annually to a poet resident in Scotland who identifies as neurodivergent or has a learning disability. The award will be £2000.

Applications are open until Fri 15 Aug.

www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk/dymphna-burs...
Dymphna Bursary (2025)
The Dymphna Bursary is awarded annually to a poet resident in Scotland who identifies as neurodivergent or has a learning disability
www.scottishpoetrylibrary.org.uk
July 10, 2025 at 11:24 AM
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Next Tuesday (15th) I'm in Liverpool interviewing Kevin Rowland at this event at Rough Trade marking the publication of his autobiography - July 15th. £29 a ticket includes the book (cover price £25), which Kevin will sign at the end of the event www.visitliverpool.com/event/kevin-...
Kevin Rowland: In Conversation + Signing - Visit Liverpool
Rough Trade Liverpool is very excited to present a conversation and signing from Kevin Rowland. This unique event celebrates the release of his autobiography 'Bless Me Father: A Life Story' vi...
www.visitliverpool.com
July 9, 2025 at 8:15 PM
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#TheWomanInBlack casting and more tour dates announced

Read more: www.westendtheatre.com/301800/news/...

Susan Hill's chilling thriller is back on tour

Stars #JohnMackay as Arthur Kipps & #DanielBurke as The Actor

London: Alexandra Palace Theatre 8 - 25 Oct & Richmond Theatre 25 - 29 Nov
The Woman in Black casting and more tour dates announced | West End Theatre
Casting has been announced for the new UK tour of Susan Hill’s thriller The Woman in Black.
www.westendtheatre.com
July 10, 2025 at 11:25 AM
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A few more pics from the rehearsals of #MarkThomas & Ed Edwards brand new play 'Ordinary Decent Criminal'!

We've got a work-in-progress performance this Friday 11 July, be the first to see this funny, moving & illuminating story. Find out more: whatsonreading.com/ordinary-dec...

#rdguk #theatre
July 9, 2025 at 10:58 AM
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Thought Bubble Comic Convention is the largest convention in the UK that focuses solely on comic creators and their fans!

Come and meet the people making your current favourite comic, and find your next!

Get tickets here: thoughtbubblefestival.com/tickets
July 9, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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What has been surprising the cast of Make It Happen? Watch to find out 👀

With sold out previews at Dundee Rep & tickets going fast for the Edinburgh International Festival run, you don’t want to miss your chance to catch this bitingly funny satire written by James Graham & dir. by Andrew Panto
July 9, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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One week left to enter the Young Scots Writer o the Year Award 2025! 🗓️

Are you someone with stories to share? Or a teacher working with young writers we should know about? Then there is still time to enter:
Young Scots Writer o the Year Award
We’re on the lookout for talented young folk aged 11–18 writing and creating in Scots.
www.scottishbooktrust.com
July 9, 2025 at 10:12 AM
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Joshua Howgego on space rocks. Isabel Losada on hopeful rebellion. Tom Phillips on history’s funniest meltdowns.

Sip, laugh, think, repeat with Berwins Salon North this July 🥂

Find out more 👇
https://bit.ly/BSNJULY25

@isabel-losada.bsky.social @tom-phillips.com @berwins.bsky.social
June 29, 2025 at 8:00 AM
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Sat 2 Aug @ 1pm & 3pm onsite
DISCOVERY DAY: COSTUME

Discover how a fashionable middle-class lady dressed in mid-1590s London.

You'll be shown a replica of the clothing that Joan Alleyn, step-daughter of The Rose's owner Philip Henslowe, wears in her famous portrait.

£7 / £5 - Book: bit.ly/407BAJS
July 9, 2025 at 12:20 PM
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This is 💥IMPORTANT!💥

Chichester is getting its own Monopoly board and you have until the 21st July to nominate the Fishbourne Roman Palace to be one of the squares.

Don't let us down, people! 🙏 Just email chichester@winningmoves.co.uk, and then share this post!
Chichester to receive custom Monopoly board after competition
Chichester will get its own Monopoly board after a competition to mark the game's 90th birthday.
www.bbc.co.uk
July 9, 2025 at 6:40 AM
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Well this is exciting!

Wildling, a new, free mobile app, launches today. 😍🍃

From secret woods to riverside trails to *stunning* RSPB reserves (not that we’re biased), it brings wild places & hidden green spots together in one simple place.

Download now & get into nature: brnw.ch/21wU0ga
July 9, 2025 at 8:39 AM
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The Roald Dahl Story Company has announced a major 2026 UK tour of The Enormous Crocodile The Musical, bringing the mischievous jungle adventure to theatres across the country
The Enormous Crocodile The Musical Announces Major 2026 UK Tour
The Roald Dahl Story Company has announced a major 2026 UK tour of The Enormous Crocodile The Musical, bringing the mischievous jungle adventure to theatres across the country
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July 9, 2025 at 12:30 PM
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Starting tomorrow! Alexei and Talal record an episode of Alexei's podcast. Each show will be distinctly different and interaction will be mildly encouraged.

🎧 https://loom.ly/AJGQXyQ 🎧
July 5, 2025 at 7:33 PM
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Heads-up, playwrights! We just made all submissions 50% OFF through the remainder of July! Submit your one-act and full length plays at: scribeplaywriting.weebly.com #summersavings #playwriting #playwright #playwrights #theater #dramaturgy #theatre #writingcommunity #writing #writersky #theatersky
July 6, 2025 at 1:35 AM
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🎨 Art is everywhere—let your pupils discover it!

Our Art in a Day workshop at Christchurch Mansion gives pupils the chance to explore art in all its forms: drawing, design, drama, writing, even detective work!
July 6, 2025 at 8:01 AM
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LAST FEW HOURS!

You've still got time to visit 'Wild about Hertfordshire' exhibition today (open until 4pm)...where you can:
🦋 Dress-up
🐭 Find all 6 mice
📸 Go wild
🥰 Learn how to record wildlife

With @hnhsoc.bsky.social 

https://www.stalbansmuseums.org.uk/whats-on/wild-about-hertfordshire
July 6, 2025 at 9:01 AM
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Ringmoor Down: On the top of the open moor that is Ringmoor Down, to the north of the better-known Brisworthy and its stone circle #StandingStoneSunday , this tremendous cairn circle and associated stone row are to be found, although they were "restored" in 1909 by Rev.
July 6, 2025 at 9:33 AM
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Last chance to book! ⬇️
Join me at Finchley Church End Library on Sat 12th July at 11am. Writing tips, Q&A, and an interactive WW2 mystery to solve!
Find out the inspiration behind Friends and Traitors and crack an MI5 cold case!
Ages 7 up.
Book tickets at t.co/6Tk6pEryy6

@nosycrow.bsky.social
July 6, 2025 at 9:48 AM
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Cheque out the cast of Make It Happen in the rehearsal room at Dundee Rep making it happen 💥

With sold out previews at Dundee Rep & tickets going super fast for the run Edinburgh International Festival you better get your tickets now 👇

📸 Mihaela Bodlovic
July 6, 2025 at 10:01 AM
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Librarians! Join us to explore the best new children's and YA books at our upcoming Book Discovery event.
Book Discovery: Recently published texts you need to know about (Libraries)
Join us for an interactive forum to share new exciting text recommendations for children and young people.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
July 2, 2025 at 2:40 PM