and summer events

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FINN MANNION CELLO RECITALSt Mary’s Music School

This brilliant pupil from St Mary’s School plays the music of JS Bach.

CLASSICAL AT ONE

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A showcase of the finest piano and chamber music from Royal Conservatoire Scotland and St Mary’s Music School students. You have the option to enjoy soup and a sandwich at noon followed by a delightful concert featuring great composers such as Bach, Rachmaninov and Mozart.

HEAR SOME OF THE STARS OF THE FUTURE PLAYING TRULY BEAUTIFUL MUSIC.

With 31 amazing shows for the wholefamily to enjoy, The Brunton is your Fringe and Summer venue by the coast! Come and watch a little theatre or catch a concert, take a stroll on the beach, soak up the sun, enjoy the fresh salty air and relax with an ice cream. We are just 30 minutes on the bus from the centre of Edinburgh.So what are you waiting for? Book your Fringe Escape now!

FRINGE BY THE ESCAPE

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LUNCH NOON / CONCERT 1PM LUNCH & CONCERT £15CONCERT ONLY £9

RYAN CORBETT ACCORDION RECITALSt Mary’s Music School

Virtuoso accordionist from St Mary’s Music School returns to The Brunton with a programme of Bach, Scarlatti and Zubitsky.

TRIO DOYENNE Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

Music by Haydn, Rachmaninov and Shostakovich.

AURA BRASS Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

This charismatic brass quintet play a broad range of music from America, Germany and England.

TRIO ARCANIO Royal Conservatoire of Scotland

Sparkling wind music by Mozart, Francaix and Ibert performed by brilliant musicians.

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Dougie has developed a unique blend of lyrical, roots based song writing and instrumental composition. He is internationally renowned for his song Caledonia and music for Last of the Mohicans. His songs have been covered by Paolo Nutini, Amy MacDonald, Ronan Keating, Mary Black and many others. Dougie has received many prestigious awards, a place in the Scottish Music Hall of Fame and an OBE!

SAT 11 AUG 7.30PM / £21 (£19) / VENUE 1

DOUGIE MACLEAN

Vibrant rhythms, old and new traditions, powerful vocals and foot stomping numbers. Catch a concert or two for your Fringe Escape.

The National Dance Company of Ireland

RHYTHM OF THE DANCEThis stunning Irish, live show, celebrates Irish culture through music and dance. Featuring world champion dancers, a traditional Irish band and singers, they are a most gifted cast who have been wowing audiences all over the world since 1999.

Internationally rated as one of the most popular and successful Irish Step Dance shows on tour, by critics, audiences, and millions of fans around the world.

WED 8 AUG 7.30PM / £24.50 (£23) / VENUE 1

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ISLANDS IN THE STREAM - THE MUSIC OF DOLLY PARTON & KENNY ROGERS

Enjoy the songs of the Queen and King of country music - Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers.

This thigh-slapping stage show brings together the beloved glamour and personality of Dolly,

along with Kenny’s charisma and energy with hit after hit including: Jolene, Ruby, 9 to 5, Lucille, Here You Come Again, The Gambler, I Will Always Love You, Coward of the Country, plus the smash hit Islands in the Stream.

FRI 10 AUG 7.30PM / £22.50 (£20.50) / VENUE 1

MR MCFALL’S CHAMBER

RED BLUE BALANCEMr McFall’s Chamber, strings and jazz trio, are joined by Maximiliano Martín, principal clarinet with Scottish Chamber Orchestra.

New commissions by jazz pianist, Paul Harrison, and by funk band leader, Mike Kearney, are premiered along with Vivian Barty-Taylor’s mould-breaking and original use of natural tunings and rhythms in his Red Blue Balance. Also in the programme are works by Martin Kershaw, Tim Garland, and Frank Zappa.

SAT 11 AUG 7.30PM / £16 (£14) / THEATRE

“STRONG YET SUBTLE, HAUNTINGLY EVOCATIVE YET CONTEMPORARY IN FEEL, THIS MUSIC DEMANDS LISTENING TO OVER AND OVER AGAIN.” Time Out

“SOUNDS JUST LIKE THE REAL THING”Cross Country Magazine

“THE MUSICIANLY SKILL AND JUDGEMENT ARE ALWAYS, AS HERE, SUPERB” The Herald

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ALEX HODGSON: SONGS FIR A SUMMER’S NICHT

Barry Collings Entertainment

THE RAT PACK IS BACK WITH SPECIAL GUEST ANITA HARRIS

NICK ROSS ORCHESTRA

Recapture the sounds of a bygone era with this unmissable evening of classic Big Band of the 1940s and 1950s, including In the Mood, Moonlight Serenade, New York, New York.

There are those who watch and listen, who tap a shy finger to the melodies, others who follow with a silent foot-beat, still others who murmur softly through the lyrics and those who simply permit a fleeting smile.

SAT 18 AUG 7.30PM / £20 (£18) / VENUE 1

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BIG GIRLS DON’T CRY – CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF FRANKIE VALLI & THE FOUR SEASONS

Step back in time, to the era of romance and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band.

During the sixties and seventies number one hits Sherry, December 1963 (Oh What a Night) and Big Girls Don’t Cry helped propel the Four Seasons and Frankie Valli to stardom.

This internationally acclaimed show authentically revives the sublime harmonies of New Jersey’s finest.

THU 23 AUG 7.30PM / £25.50

JUST YOU AND MEJACQUI DANKWORTH, CHARLIE WOOD AND BAND

British jazz diva and American vocalist/pianist, get together for a husband and wife duet concert celebrating some of the great musical partnerships of the 20th century. Featuring classic compositions from landmark recordings by legendary duos like Ray Charles and Betty Carter, Ella Fitzgerald and Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington and Billy Strayhorn, George and Ira Gershwin, Roberta Flack and Donny Hathaway, James Taylor and Carole King.

SAT 25 AUG 7.30PM / £18 (£16) / THEATRE

ÍMARFestival headliners throughout the UK, Europe and Canada, Ímar’s supergroup line-up features members of Mànran, RURA, Talisk and Barrule. This powerhouse instrumental quintet’s unmissable synergy centres on the overlapping cultural heritage between Scotland, Ireland and the Isle of Man. All five musicians share a strong background and upbringing in traditional Irish music, underpinning the group’s distinctive qualities, in both instrumentation and material.

WED 22 AUG 7.30PM / £15 (£13) / THEATRE

David Alacey, Des Coleman and Paul Drakeley star as Frank, Sammy and Dean in the original Rat Pack show, now celebrating its 21st record-breaking year. Together they amaze audiences with their recreation of the music of Sinatra, Martin and

Davis, bringing the style and excitement of the Las Vegas heyday to vivid life. Including all the great hits - My Way, Mr Bojangles, New York New York, Amore, Come Fly With Me! They are joined by special guest, the multi-talented Anita Harris.

FRI 17 AUG 7.30PM / £22 (£20)

With his larger than life stage presence, Alex brings another absolute treat which is packed with laughter, theatre, spoken word, music and a bit of everything in between, a must see during this year’s Fringe Festival. Alex’s extravaganza showcases original and traditional folk music, woven and entwined with fun for the whole family to enjoy.

THU 16 AUG 7.30PM / £16 (£14) / THEATRE

BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Winners 2018

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Quantum Theatre

A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAMSet on that most dangerous of nights when fairies are abroad and nothing is as it seems, four young, unsuspecting lovers become entangled in their magical affray and soon no mortals are safe in those bewitched and bewitching woods outside Athens.

Shakespeare’s most enduringly popular comedy of love and intrigue, magic and mayhem, is brought to life in this wonderfully funny and exuberant production of the much loved Shakespeare classic performed outdoors.

SAT 4 AUG 7PM / £14 (£12), £10 CHILD, £44 FAMILY OF 4 / INVERESK LODGE GARDEN

OUTDOOR This summer we invite you to bring your folding chairs, blankets and picnic and join us for this delightful selection of outdoor theatre at Inveresk Lodge Garden and Musselburgh Racecourse.

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THE RELUCTANT DRAGONWhen a dragon is discovered up on the Downs, the Boy is not in the least surprised. But this particular dragon is not a bit like the ones in fairy tales - this one writes poetry and doesn’t like fighting! So what will he do when he finally meets St George? Find out in this enchanting adaptation of Kenneth Grahame’s, story - a touching, sweet and funny tale of bravery, friendship and derring-do for all the family, performed outdoors.

SAT 18 AUG 3PM / £9, £34 FAMILY OF 4 / INVERESK LODGE GARDEN

Heartbreak Productions

THE RAILWAY CHILDRENAttention passengers! We are sorry to announce that all services out of Gigglesworth Station are delayed!

Gather around Bobbie, Peter and Phyllis on platform one as they pass the time by sharing the classic tale of The Railway Children. Living by the railway line, the children spend quite a bit of time watching the trains and making some unexpected friendships, such as the old gentleman who regularly takes the 9.15 train and helps them solve the mystery of what happened to their father. A fantastic outdoor performance for all the family.

WED 22 AUG 7PM / £14 (£12), £10 CHILD, £44 FAMILY OF 4 / MUSSELBURGH RACECOURSE

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Cookies, tea/coffee, soft drinks, beers & wine available from Kawfee horse box 6 - 9pm

SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRAAncient styles with bold modern flavours: meetings between the old and the new thread through this stimulating concert directed by SCO Leader Benjamin Marquise Gilmore.

Matthew Wadsworth: Theorbo

Benjamin Marquise-Gilmore, director: Violin

Purcell: Chacony in G minor

Warlock: Capriol Suite

Goss: Theorbo Concerto (UK Premiere)

Geminiani: Concerto Grosso La Follia (after Corelli)

Mendelssohn: String Symphony No 11

Grieg: Holmberg Suite

WED 18 JUL 7.30PM / £20 (£18) / VENUE 1

MUSSELBURGH FESTIVAL’S COMMUNITY CONCERTEntertainment from a wide range of local acts. There will be singers, dancers, choirs, musicians, and, for their very first outing, the brand new Tutti Community Orchestra!

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THU 26 JUL 7PM / £8 / THEATRE

SUMMER EVENTS COMING SOON

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: JULIETHU 6 SEP / 7PM / £13.50 (£11.50) / VENUE 1

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FILM:

BOOK CLUBDirector: Bill Holderman

Cast: Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen, Mary Steenburgen

WED 15 AUG / 7.30PM / £8 (£7) / VENUE 1

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OCEAN’S 8Director: Gary Ross

Cast: Sandra Bullock, Anne Hathaway, Mindy Kaling, Cate Blanchett,

WED 22 AUG / 7.30PM / £8 (£7) / VENUE 1

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MAMMA MIA: HERE WE GO AGAINDirector: Ol Parker

Cast: Amanda Seyfried, Meryl Streep, Julie Walters, Pierce Brosnan, Colin Firth.

WED 5 SEP / 7.30PM / £8 (£7) / VENUE 1

JOE LONGTHORNETV and recording star Joe Longthorne celebrates his 50th Anniversary tour with his sensational live band and special guest artist.

THU 30 AUG 7.30PM / £23.50 (£21.50) /VENUE 1

FUNBOX

ROCKING ALL OVER THE WORLD SAT 22 – SUN 23 SEP 1PM AND 3.30PM / £12.50, £46 FAMILY OF 4, £11 GROUPS 10+, £2 BABES IN ARMS / THEATRE

THE JIMMY SHAND STORY

CHILDREN’S SHOW ON SCREEN

MUSIC

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE: KING LEARTHU 27 SEP / 7PM / £13.50 (£11.50) / VENUE 1

EVERGREEN - A TRIBUTE TO BARBRA STREISAND

THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOKELIO PACE AND HIS BAND

THE SPIRIT OF BAD COMPANY & FREE

SAT 29 SEP / 7.30PM / £18.50 AND £16.50 / THEATRE

SAT 8 SEP/ 7.30PM / £19.50 / THEATRE

THU 13 SEP 7.30PM / £16 (£14) / THEATRE

FRI 21 SEP 7.30PM / £24.50 (£22.50) / VENUE 1

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SUMMER SAVERBook for 3 or more shows and save 10%

FRIENDS OF THE BRUNTONFriends discounts available where shown.

Friends 2 for 1 for Classics at One.

Friends 10% or 20% discount per member.

NOTE: Only one discount can be applied per booking. The same number of tickets must be

purchased for each show in one transaction. Only

one discount can be applied per booking. Offer

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TICKETSBOX OFFICE: 0131 665 2240ONLINE: thebrunton.co.uk

THE BRUNTON, Ladywell Way, Musselburgh EH21 6AA

THE BISTRO AT THE BRUNTONPre theatre suppers, lunches, tasty snacks and drinks. Call The Bistro to reserve your table for pre theatre supper 0131 653 5250.

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FIND USThe Brunton is easy to find on the road through Musselburgh.

BY CAR: Easily accessible from the A1 and Edinburgh City bypass, not far from Fort Kinnaird Retail Park.

BY BUS: Regular buses with a stop outside the door. Travel time from the centre of Edinburgh is about 30 minutes.

Lothian Buses – 26, 30, 44

East Lothian Buses – 113, 124, X24, N124, 106, N106, N113, 140

Eve Coaches – 129

REFRESHMENTS AT MUSSELBURGH RACECOURSEDuring The Railway Children performance on Wed 22 Aug, the Kawfee horse box will be open. Cookies, tea/coffee, soft drinks, beers & wine available from 6 - 9pm.

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FRESHLY MADE SOUP OF THE DAYserved with warm crusty bread rolls (v)

CRAB & PRAWN FISHCAKESavocado & coriander mayonnaise, fresh chilli salsa &

crusty bread

BRUSCHETTA TOPPED WITH BAKED STUFFED GARLIC MUSHROOMS

buffalo mozzarella & roasted red pepper pesto (v)

HOMEMADE GAME TERRINEred currant preserve, rocket salad & homemade oatcakes

SEARED SCOTTISH SALMON FILLETserved over creamy mash with pan fried fennel and

shallots with mussels in white wine and Pernod

SAUTEED FREE RANGE CHICKEN BREASTin orange, tequila and fresh pineapple with mild green

chilli risotto

HONEY, LIME & ROSEMARY MARINATED LAMB STEAK

with fresh tomato & garlic sauce and apricot cous cous

WILD MUSHROOM STROGANOFF (V)served with basmati rice

SICILIAN LEMON CHEESECAKE served with fresh cream and blueberries

TRIO OF ICE CREAMS

BROWN SUGAR MERINGUE NEST filled with fresh cream and marinated summer fruits

WARM CHOCOLATE FUDGE CAKEwith chocolate sauce and fresh cream

1 course £11.00 / 2 course £16.45 / 3 course £19.95