What's On
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Strong Enough: The Ultimate Cher Tribute Concert
A show-stopping dazzling extravaganza celebrating the global superstar and great female icon that is Cher! With full live band and dancers experience the passion, the flair and the glitter!
A musical journey with all the hits including Turn Back Time, Believe, Strong Enough, Gypsies Tramps and Thieves and many more.
Friday 14 Mar, 7:30pm
Corn Exchange, Haddington
Book online here
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What's on at The Brunton this February
This February, The Brunton are thrilled to present another incredible month of programming. Whether your passion lies in the riveting narrative of theatre, the compelling rhythms of live music, or you’re ready for comedy that will have you falling off your seat laughing, The Brunton has something special in store for everyone.
In Musselburgh, Midweek Movies will be kicking off the month of February as We Live in Time (15) plays in Loretto Theatre, Musselburgh on Wednesday 5 February at 7pm, followed by A Complete Unknown (15) on Wednesday 26 February at 7pm.
We Live In Time (15) | Musselburgh
A Complete Unknown | Musselburgh
National Theatre Live returns to Loretto Theatre with Oscar Wilde’s classic comedy ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’, which will be screened on Thursday 20 February at 7pm.
NT Live: The Importance of Being Earnest
Down the road at Northesk Parish Church, The Brunton are looking forward to welcoming Dunedin Consort on Thursday 6 February at 7:30pm. Join Nicholas Mulroy and a handful of Dunedin’s outstanding string players for a gig that showcases some of Henry Purcell’s greatest tunes. Nicholas Mulroy will also be holding a pre-concert talk: In conversation with Nicholas Mulroy at 6:30pm.
Dunedin Consort
Also, at the beautiful Northesk Parish Church, relax at lunchtime with a Bite-Sized Concert in Musselburgh. The Brunton’s lunchtime recitals include established and emerging, prizewinning performers with sparkling programmes of music, specially selected for you to enjoy. Bach’s Chaconne for Solo Violin: Irene Duval, violin is playing at Northesk Parish Church, Musselburgh on Tuesday 11 February at 1pm. A light lunch of soup and a sandwich is served in the Church Hall adjacent at 12 midday.
Bach's Chaconne For Solo Violin: Irène Duval, violin
To round off the month at Northesk Parish Church, The Maxwell Quartet are resident in our East Lothian community for their new project, Bridging, which features a wide range of concerts, workshops, school, and community collaborative performances. The Maxwell Quartet will be performing at Northesk Parish Church on Thursday 27 February at 6:30pm.
The Maxwell Quartet
In Haddington, The Brunton will be hosting tribute legend Benidorm Tom on his tour of Sexbomb: Celebrating the Music of Sir Tom Jones. For one night only, join Andy Wood for an explosive celebration of one of the most powerful men in the pop music scene. This fun-filled evening will be coming to the Corn Exchange, Haddington on Thursday 6 February at 7:30pm.
Sexbomb: Celebrating the Music of Sir Tom Jones
A Complete Unknown
With support from Film Hub Scotland, The Brunton are delighted to bring Film Fridays to the Corn Exchange, Haddington - a fortnightly programme of Family Films (1.30pm), Matinees (4.15pm), and Big Screen Favourites (7pm). Newly released titles include Golden Globe nominees and Oscar buzz favourites Conclave, A Real Pain, and A Complete Unknown, also family friendly Moana 2 and big screen favourites include Gladiator II and We Live in Time. Film Fridays complement The Brunton’s popular Midweek Movies at Loretto Theatre in Musselburgh! Find the full Film Friday Listings below.
Film Events
Don’t miss this unfiltered and hilarious evening with Scotland’s favourite high-octane Kilty Pleasure as Craig Hill returns to the Corn Exchange, Haddington. Craig Hill – I’ve Been Sitting on This for a While! Will be making you laugh-out-loud on Saturday 8 February at 7:30pm.
Grease is the word as The Brunton Performing Arts Network bring this much-loved musical to Corn Exchange, Haddington. Join a talented community cast, supported by a professional production team, as they take you through the memorable story of boy meets girl. Grease will be singing its way to the Corn Exchange, Haddington from Thursday 13 to Saturday 15 February at 7pm.
Grease | Haddington musical theatre
Get ready for a Scottish music extravaganza as The MacDonald Brothers come to the Corn Exchange, Haddington. This stunning new production will take you on a musical journey celebrating Scotland’s greatest songs and artists. The Pride of Scotland with The MacDonald Brothers concert will be held at Corn Exchange, Haddington on Saturday 22 February at 7:30pm
The Pride of Scotland with The MacDonald Brothers
One of the most lauded and best-loved acts of the Scottish music scene is coming to Haddington at the end of February. For over a quarter of a century, no other band has quite captured Scottish fiddle music’s variety, energy, and sensitivity like Blazin’ Fiddles. Join Blazin’ Fiddles at Corn Exchange, Haddington on Thursday 27 February at 7:30pm.
Blazin' Fiddles
Finally, The Scottish Comedians brings you different styles of comedy with a line-up of Scotland’s finest comedians. Prepare for one of the funniest nights out of 2025! The Scottish Comedians comes to Corn Exchange, Haddington on Friday 28 February at 7:30pm.
The Scottish Comedians
Book Online 24 hours a day at www.thebrunton.co.uk or call our Box Office on Monday to Friday 11am to 3pm 0131 653 5245
What's on in our museums
Museums are a warm place with a friendly face
Free to visit with regularly-changing craft activities suitable for children and families as well as temporary exhibitions and reference books available to browse and read.
John Gray Centre (Museum) 15 Lodge Street, Haddington, EH41 3DX.
Thursday and Friday 10am to 1pm, 2pm to 5pm
Saturday 10am to 1pm, 2pm to 4pm.
John Muir's Birthplace 126 High Street, Dunbar, EH42 1JJ.
Wednesday to Saturday 10am to 5pm
Sunday 1pm to 5pm.
Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery High Street, Dunbar, EH42 1ER.
Saturday 2pm to 4pm courtesy of Dunbar and District History Society volunteers.
NEW EXHIBITION
A stitch in time. Recycle - Reuse - Create
A family friendly art exhibition which explores recycling materials in the context of an art project.
John Muir’s Birthplace, High Street, Dunbar, EH42 1JJ. www.jmbt.org.uk
1 February to 9 March
Admission free
Working Lives at Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery
Dunbar Town House Museum and Gallery, High Street, Dunbar EH42 1ER
October to March, Saturdays 2pm to 4pm
Display open courtesy of Dunbar and District History Society. Free admission but donations welcome.
Dunbar’s Town House or Tolbooth is more than 400 years old and touched the lives of many people through the Town Council, Police Station, Library, Registrars, Tourist Information, Housing Office, MP and MSP Office, Museum and many more!
Do you know someone who worked here? Have you been to a wedding here? We would love to hear your stories and see your photos.
Step back in time as we help you discover the hidden past of this iconic building.
Visit past exhibitions or explore our local history from the comfort of your home or a local library!
John Gray Centre East Lothian History
What’s so special about bogs? An exhibition from one of our partner organisations, the John Muir Trust, as part of their Peatland Appeal. Discover more about this slow-growing, water-packed ecosystem that’s fast becoming recognised as an amazing collector of carbon, a rich archaeological site, and home to unique species of wildlife.
John Muir, Earth, Planet, Universe This exhibition focuses on John Muir’s legacy and his role as an environmental activist and successful campaigner and his relevance for our situation today in addressing the climate crisis.
Muir Houses Through Time Museum Assistant David Anderson spent part of the 2020 lockdown amalgamating all his research on the buildings occupied by the Muirs on Dunbar High Street. What has emerged are tales of commerce, greed and deceit as we follow the lives of those who have occupied the site from the iron age onwards. First published as a series of blogs June to August 2020
Gardens of East Lothian An exhibition by Sheila Sim Photography. East Lothian has a long and proud heritage of gardening and has produced several horticultural pioneers. With its good climate and fertile soil, the county has often been called ‘the garden of Scotland’.
125 Years of the Sierra Club This exhibition curated by Friends of John Muir’s Birthplace gave an overview of the history of the Sierra Club with an emphasis on John Muir’s involvement in the founding, and ethos, of the organisation.
John Muir and Geology Another exhibition from Friends of John Muir’s Birthplace John Muir and Geology explores the Scottish heroes who helped unravel Dunbar’s geological history.
The Big Pick Reused Clothing Sale:18 February at Port Seton Centre
Have you heard of THE BIG PICK? 
The Big Pick is a reused clothing sale event, organised by the Community Payback Team with the support of Reuse Scotland SCIO.
On offer is a wide range of clothes, shoes, jackets and accessories - used but still in great condition, with plenty of wear. (Some items still have their price tags, and there can be a few designer labels in there too!)
Clothing is priced at £3 per kilo!
Shoes, jackets and bags are sold separately (priced up to £3)
The aim of these events is to stop local textile poverty, and reduce the amount of textile waste.
Do you know someone in East Lothian that may benefit from attending a Big Pick event?
The next Big Pick event is being held on:
- Tuesday 18 February 11am to 2pm
- Port Seton Community Centre
- Cash only. Please bring own bags
Looking to donate items of clothing?
Please drop-off any donations within the black textile bins at your local East Lothian recycling centre.
For further information, please contact Gavin Conington, Justice Social Work, gconington@eastlothian.gov.uk
Get a £10 Digital Gift Card – Shop Local in East Lothian!
The East Lothian Gift Card went digital last November, making it easier than ever to support your favourite local businesses. To continue celebrating this exciting change, we’re offering an exclusive opportunity for you to get rewarded while shopping local!
Be among the first 60 customers to:
Shop at any participating East Lothian Gift Card business.
Capture a photo of your receipt.
Share your experience by emailing the receipt and a brief testimonial to economicdevelopment@eastlothian.gov.uk with 'GIFT CARD' in the subject line.
In return, you'll receive a £10 digital East Lothian Gift Card!
Your testimonial could highlight:
A compliment about the store or service.
Your thoughts on the East Lothian Gift Card.
The importance of supporting local businesses.
Important Details:
The competition closes on Sunday 23 March 2025 or when all 60 gift cards have been claimed, whichever comes first.
Only one gift card per customer.
Winners will receive instructions on how to claim their digital gift card via email after the competition has closed.
By participating, you’re not only enjoying the benefits of shopping locally but also helping us spread the word about the East Lothian Gift Card and its impact on our community.
For more information on the Gift Card and parcicipating businesses, visit the website.