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Five things to do in Scotland this week — from a poet’s life story to stage props that look good enough to eat

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Five things to do in Scotland this week — from a poet’s life story to stage props that look good enough to eat

Ever wondered why the manuscript of The Living Mountain lay forgotten for decades in a drawer — despite going on to be translated into 11 languages? Find out in a poetic and humorous world stage premiere at Pitlochry Festival Theatre. Nan Shepherd: Naked and Unashamed will explore the life of Aberdeen’s much-loved writer, teacher and hill walker, who has featured on the Scottish £5 note since 2016. It will also deal with her feminism and passionate love of nature and the Cairngorms.
Details May 24-Jul 6, Pitlochry Festival Theatre, Pitlochry, pitlochryfestivaltheatre.com

This carefully curated festival is a great way to introduce kids, from babies to teenagers, to the joys of live performance. If you’re after slapstick, By Trial and Error features a couple of acrobats

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