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Enquirer THEATRE National Theatre of Scotland’s site- specific exploration of the crisis in journalism, featuring verbatim text from hundreds of British-based hacks. Maureen Beattie, John Bett, Billy Boyd and Billy Riddoch are among the cast members bringing their testimonies to life. See preview, page 109. The Hub, Pacific Quay, Glasgow, Thu 26 Apr–Sat 12 May. Imaginate Festival KIDS The children’s theatre festival returns with an exciting programme of ground breaking productions from around the world, including a Danish Rumpelstilskin and a Swiss take on the Hansel and Gretel fable, as well as a few shows from our own shores. See preview, page 73. Various venues, Edinburgh, Mon 7–Mon 14 May.
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Grimes MUSIC Canadian Claire Boucher is many things – artist, fashion icon, ex-neuroscience student – but we’re most impressed by her talents as a maker of sublime electronica. We loved her debut album Visions (read the four-star review at list.co.uk) – now she’s coming over to play it live. See interview, page 79. Berkeley Suite, Glasgow, Mon 7 May. Glasgow International VISUAL ART Glasgow’s artistic extravaganza continues. See our extended coverage in the Visual Art section from page 118, including reviews of Folkert de Jong, Wolfgang Tillmans, Emory Douglas, Teresa Margolles, Jeremy Deller, Pio Abad and Lorna MacIntyre. Various venues, Glasgow, until Mon 7 May.
Simon Amstell COMEDY The curly-headed comic sheaths his rapier-sharp wit for his Numb tour, instead showcasing his talents for sensitivity and self-deprecation. See 5 Things, page 58. The Queen’s Hall, Edinburgh, Thu 17 May; Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow, Fri 18 May. Breakin’ Convention 12 DANCE The hip hop dance gathering pops and locks into view once again, with interactive freestyle sessions, live DJs and numerous demonstrations. See preview, page 110. Edinburgh Festival Theatre, Fri 18 & Sat 19 May.
Mark Haddon BOOKS The author of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time and A Spot of Bother returns with a more mature offering in the shape of The Red House, a family ensemble drama. See review, page 45. Jonathan Cape, Thu 10 May.
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Jo Caulfield's Comedy Collective SUGGESTED BY BRUCE DEVLIN, COMEDIAN
I’m actually not really keen on comedy as a genre, but Jo Caulfield is one of the few exceptions. Her Collective show has been running for a little under a year I think, and is a fantastic evening out. It offers a different, diverse and relaxed look at what people think a comedy show is. Obviously Jo is the anchor – an often scathing but authentically funny person. She’s providing a great platform for other acts based in Scotland and pushing them out of their comfort zones, whether they’re doing characters, readings or more dramatic style pieces. Currently the show is available as a podcast but I don’t think it’ll be long before it’s scheduled for a Radio Scotland series. Well, if they have any sense. Jo Caulfield’s Comedy Collective, The Stand, Edinburgh, Tue 15 May. Bruce Devlin will be at The Stand, Edinburgh, from Thu 26-Sat 28 Apr, and The Stand, Glasgow, throughout May.
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