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The weather is heating up and so is The Brunton’s programme in Musselburgh, Tranent and Haddington this June.


From the director of The Full Monty, and based on a true story, join us at Loretto Theatre to watch Oscar nominee Steve Coogan in this poignant dramedy as it follows an Englishman’s personal and political awakening after he adopts a penguin during a cataclysmic period in Argentine history.

The Penguin Lessons (12A) Wednesday 4 June at 7:00pm, Loretto Theatre, Musselburgh


Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece comes to Loretto Theatre this June. Gillian Anderson, Vanessa Kirby, and Ben Foster lead the cast of one of the most critically acclaimed plays of the 20th century. From visionary director Benedict Andrews, this acclaimed production was filmed live during a sold-out run in London.

National Theatre Live: A Streetcar Named Desire Wednesday 11 June at 7:00pm, Loretto Theatre, Musselburgh


Over at Northesk Parish Church, Pop-up Opera celebrates opera on a miniature scale with Gilbert & Sullivan comedies. Packed with screwball humour, memorable characters, and, of course, incredible vocals – these short operas are perfect for audiences of all ages!

Scottish Opera: Pop-Up Opera Thursday 5 June at 7:00pm, Northesk Parish Church, Musselburgh


Amiri Harewood is an exciting young classical pianist who will be bringing his talents to The Brunton’s Lunchtime Recitals. Our Lunchtime Recitals include established and emerging, prizewinning performers with sparkling programmes of music, specially selected for you to enjoy.

Great Piano Music by Brahms and Bach, Amiri Harewood Tuesday 10 June at 12 midday lunch / 1pm concert, Northesk Parish Church, Musselburgh


Following two extremely successful performances in East Lothian earlier in the year, The Maxwell Quartet returns with a very special programme of music by Haydn at The Fraser Centre. The Maxwells bring together classical and folk music, believing that the string quartet is the ultimate place for the two styles to co-exist.

Maxwell Quartet Friday 13 June at 3:00pm, The Fraser Centre, Tranent


In Haddington, The Brunton and Haddstock have partnered to produce a series of concerts at the Corn Exchange in 2025 – 2026, the first of which is Rachel Sermanni, Sermanni is a Scottish-based singer/songwriter, brimming with dreamy indie-folk pop goodness. She is supported by Wayward Jane and Rosana Lyall, a student at Knox Academy. Roseanna is opening the concert as part of an opportunity provided by ELJam (East Lothian Youth Music Forum) and Haddstock. Rosanna's singing career started at Haddstock in 2023. She plays solo at the Fraser Centre Sessions, at Knox Academy concerts  audiences and in March played the lead in We Will Rock You at The Brunton (Loretto Theatre). 

Rachel Sermanni, Wayward Jane and Rosanna Lyall Saturday 7 June at 7:30pm, Corn Exchange, Haddington


ABBAMANIA returns to the Corn Exchange this June. Get ready to dance, jive and have the time of your life! ABBAMANIA’s widely acclaimed tribute to Abba is a sensational two hour show featuring all your favourite record breaking and timeless hits.

ABBAMANIA Saturday 14 June at 7:30pm, Corn Exchange, Haddington


Calling all true crime lovers! Join The Brunton for a chilling, thrilling night at the theatre as Colin, ex-head of a Metropolitan Police murder squad, tells stories of how he caught some of the UK’s most evil murderers.

The Makings of a Murderer 2 – The Real Manhunter Monday 16 June at 7:30pm, Corn Exchange, Haddington


AFTER ALL, from choreographer Solène Weinachte, is a celebration of our vulnerable and courageous existence using dance, theatre, storytelling, and comedy to ask: how do we deal with the end? AFTER ALL is a hopeful attempt to conjure a better sort of space for us to be with loss and collectively contemplate the finite nature of our lives.

BEYOND AFTER ALL is a discussion open to anyone, regardless of whether you attended the performance the previous evening or not, to share any experiences, feelings or questions around death.

AFTER ALL Thursday 19 June at 7:30pm, Corn Exchange, Haddington

Beyond AFTER ALL Friday 20 June at 11:00am, Corn Exchange, Haddington


Direct from London’s Adelphi Theatre – celebrate the music that has charmed six generations with all things Diamond, in a sensational live show. Starring Gary Ryan, as seen on Stars in Their Eyes!

Sweet Caroline Friday 27 June at 7:30pm, Corn Exchange, Haddington


Finally, The Brunton is delighted to announce that Perthshire farmer and legendary agriculture comedian Jim Smith will be joining the evenings comedy line-up as the new headliner (previously Milton Jones). Expect an evening of unforgettable comedy featuring a line-up so good, even your funny bone will get jealous.

Jim Smith and Friends Sunday 29 June at 7:30pm, Corn Exchange, Haddington

Warning: side effects may include sore cheeks and accidental snorts.

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