Dear Scotland. The National Theatre of Scotland at the Portrait Gallery
I have just photographed the National Theatre of Scotland’s new production Dear Scotland which is here in Edinburgh at the National Portrait Gallery. 20 writers have given voice to 20 portraits exploring their possible thoughts on the forthcoming referendum and Scottish independance. Each monologue is delivered by some of our finest actors. For me what works so well is not only the rare chance to have a very intimate performance with the actors, but also how they bring each portrait to life. It is also a treat to see the Portrait Gallery after hours.
I can only recommend if you have the time and there are tickets left you should go.
Anneika Rose in the “Out of the Shadows Gallery”
Liz Lochhead watching Ryan Fletcher performing her monologue amongst the press.
The Bard watching the Makar. Rabbie Burns and Liz Lochhead
Jo Clifford, writer
Ryan Fletcher
Anne Lacey
Benny Young
Sally Reid
Benny Young
Lesley Hart
Directed by Joe Douglas and Catrin Evans.
The Writers are:
Peter Arnott
Jo Clifford
Rob Drummond
Janice Galloway
David Greig
Zinnie Harris
Iain Heggie
Stuart Hepburn
Jackie Kay
A L Kennedy
Hardeep Singh Kohli
Liz Lochhead
Iain Finlay Macleod
Nicola McCartney
Johnny McKnight
Linda McLean
Rona Munro
James Robertson
Ali Smith
Louise Welsh