Joyce McMillan

Jack Lowden gives an outstanding performance in a hard-hitting play about alcoholism, finds Joyce McMillan in this latest round-up from the Edinburgh International Festival

Scotland may soon find its room for manoeuvre as a devolved nation greatly reduced

Voters who backed Keir Starmer’s party in the general election may already be experiencing some buyers’ regret, creating an opportunity for the SNP if they play their cards right

Harry Mould’s debut play is both heartwarming and boldly comedic, writes Joyce McMillan

Alan Ayckbourn’s play Snake in the Grass may be over 20 years old, but according to River City star Deirdre Davis, who will be appearing in a new production at Dundee Rep, it still speaks to contemporary concerns. Interview by Joyce McMillan

Everyone knows climate change is a threat to the very future of human life on Earth, but our leaders seem too frightened, disorganised, or lacking in vision to take decisive action

Annie Grace gives a performance full of wit and wisdom as a bereft widow turned prize-winning poker ace, writes Joyce McMillan

Annie Grace gives a performance full of wit and wisdom as a bereft widow turned prize-winning poker ace, writes Joyce McMillan

Keir Starmer should learn lessons from US Vice-President Kamala Harris who appears to believe in the chance of bright future for the United States

With astonishing film and video effects and razor-sharp direction and choreography, Burlesque is a feast for the eyes, writes Joyce McMillan