What's On
Events this summer
There's a fantastic line-up of events this summer - from golf tournaments, to air displays and music festivals, there's something for everyone this summer!
Highlights include:
- Aberdeen Standard Investments Scottish Open, 12 - 15 July, Gullane Golf Club
- Aberdeen Standard Investments Ladies Scottish Open, 26-29 July, Gullane Golf Club
- Scotland's National Airshow, Sat 28 July, East Fortune
- Fringe by the Sea, 3-12 August, North Berwick
- Dunbar Street Art Trail, 19-25 August, Dunbar
The Visit East Lothian website has more info on what’s happening in East Lothian this summer.
East Lothian pupils premiere penicillin musical
East Lothian School children have premiered a new musical about antibiotics, ahead of a professional run at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
Pupils from Gullane Primary School performed ‘The Mould That Changed The World’, a new musical that aims to raise awareness of superbugs, by Charades Musicals, at the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh this week.
Gullane Primary School are the first school in the UK to perform the show. Children from Hitherfield Primary School in London will also present the show at London’s Science Museum on 4 July, before a professional production takes on a three week run at this year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
‘The Mould That Changed The World’ tells the story of antibiotics, from the discovery of penicillin by Alexander Fleming in 1928, and ends in the present day with world leaders discussing the need for decisive action, to keep antibiotics working.
Top antibiotics charity The British Society for Antimicrobial Chemotherapy teamed up with the University of Edinburgh and Charades Musicals to create the compelling story, which has been supported by Dr Catherine Calderwood, Chief Medical Officer of Scotland, and Professor Dame Sally Davies, Chief Medical Officer of England.
Maureen Tremmel, Head Teacher, said: “Firstly, I want to thank everyone who supported our crowdfunding effort to raise funds for the venue hire - we really appreciate everyone’s support, it’s very much appreciated.
“The children have gained so much from being involved with this production – not only have they learned about famous Scots, inventions and medical discoveries, but the show also has a really important message about the future of antibiotics, which the young people have really taken on board – all in a fun and engaging way.
“The children have really enjoyed working with the professional theatre company and musicians, it’s been a really fantastic experience. It has also been really wonderful seeing the children engage with the show and really throw themselves in to the production to make it a success. I am just so proud of them!”
July highlights at The Brunton, Musselburgh
Scottish Chamber Orchestra | Wed 18 July, 7.30pm | £20 (£18)
The Scottish Chamber Orchestra blend ancient styles with bold modern flavours, meetings between the old and the new thread through this stimulating concert at The Brunton directed by SCO Leader Benjamin Marquise Gilmore.
The ancient Theorbo is in the spotlight for British composer Stephen Goss’ new Theorbo Concerto, performed by the spectacular Matthew Wadsworth. The internationally celebrated SCO is made up of a unique collection of talented musicians who inspire and connect with people of all ages. Formed in 1974 it is one of Scotland’s five National Performing Arts Companies and one of the country’s foremost cultural ambassadors.
The Orchestra produces the Virgin Money Fireworks Concert which has closed the International Festival since 1982.
Book now on 0131 665 2240 or www.thebrunton.co.uk
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Enjoy a wildlife tour in East Lothian
Hike with the Countryside Rangers - Saltoun Circuit
Sunday 29 July, 10am
Join the Countryside Ranger for a circular 9 mile walk taking in the Pencaitland Railway Walk, Saltoun Big Wood and the Birns and Tyne waters.
Cost:£10 per person per hike 
Walking boots are recommended for all hikes, as well as waterproofs, hats and gloves. Routes may be varied depending on the weather conditions. Remember we can only proceed at the pace of the slowest person.
Please Note: These hikes are not suitable for children or for people with restricted mobility and no dogs are permitted on any of these hikes. As places are limited, bookings must be made prior to each and every hike. You will receive the exact meeting point via a confirmation email which is separate to the payment confirmation. Please check your junk email.
https://eastlothian.bookinglive.com/book/add/p/261
A summer of fun with arts activities for ages 5 – 18
East Lothian Council’s Arts Service has programmed a fun packed summer of creative activities to fill the holidays. The programme includes: themed multi arts camps, youth theatre, musical theatre, streetdance, computer animation, outdoor theatre and more.
Art Camps take place in Haddington, Musselburgh, North Berwick and Dunbar. Young people aged 6 – 10 can enjoy a variety of art and craft activities during these multi day camps. An additional week with a Harry Potter theme takes place in Musselburgh for 9 – 13 year olds.
East Lothian Youth Theatre Network tutors are running drama programmes for ages 5 – 7 and 8 – 12, based at The Brunton in Musselburgh. Further drama skills workshops are also on offer for 12 – 18 year olds as well as the challenge to create a play in just 48 hours.
Streetdance and breakdance weeks led by dance professionals, take place in Musselburgh and North Berwick for P1 – 3 and P4 – 7, with an end of week showing of what has been learned.
It is great to get outdoors during the long holiday. Muddy Buddies lets young people aged 6 – 10 get creative at Lochend Woods, Dunbar; whilst in Musselburgh at day at the beach is on offer with Solar Photography and Beach Art.
For budding graffiti artists aged 7 – 11 there is a chance to spend half a day in Musselburgh, learning from Toby Larner, renowned for his robot art.
Computer Xplorers are back with their popular programme of: Lego Animation, Minecraft, Video Game Design and Music DJ. Workshops take place in Musselburgh and Dunbar.
All Summer Arts Activities can be booked at www.eastlothian.gov.uk/summeractivities
Also for families – Edinburgh Fringe Festival comes to Musselburgh:
This summer The Brunton once again brings the much loved Quantum Theatre back to Inversek Lodge Garden for a delightful selection of family outdoor theatre as part of their Fringe Festival line up. Shakespeare’s most enduringly popular comedy of love and intrigue, magic and mayhem, A Midsummer Night’s Dream, is brought to life on Saturday 4 August and The Reluctant Dragon a touching, sweet and funny tale of friendship and derring-do, takes place on Saturday 18 August.
Tickets for outdoor theatre can be booked from The Brunton box office on 0131 665 2240 / thebrunton.co.uk . Inveresk Lodge Garden, Musselburgh is a National Trust for Scotland property.
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Win tickets to Fringe at the Brunton events
JUST YOU AND ME - Jacqui 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
ÌMAR - BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards Winners 2018 
Festival 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.
MON 27 AUG 7.30PM / £15 (£13) / THEATRE
To enter a competition to win a pair of tickets to either of these shows please send your name and contact details to Inform. If you have a preference please add which show you'd prefer. Closing Date for entries: 1 August