The reviews are out on Eigg the Musical:

"This show has great potential to be something big. It tells an important story and is expertly performed. It is an ultimate show of the power of community, telling an important story of Scotland's history. Could this be Scotland’s next Sunshine on Leith?"
Abi Whitefield - The Scots Reviewer

"I heartily agree with the reviewer"
Justin Hay - Toronto, Canada

FIVE PICKS FOR THE FESTIVAL

"The Hebridean story of the Eigg community and hopes of creating a Gaelic utopia are brilliantly told and wonderfully performed. Well worth the ticket."
Posted in Edinburgh Inquirer - August 14, 2023

"Eigg the Musical: Before we even talk about how great this show is, I just have to mention that the cast is full of wonderful people. So down to earth and so talented! The show itself is AMAZING. The music is awesome, the story is lovely, and it’s chock full of humor, love, and strength. If you want to see a wonderful musical based on a true story, this is the one!"
Dan Lentell - Get Your Coats On -  EdFestivals 2023

Broadway World selected Eigg the Musical as a top ten show you really don't want to miss at the 2023 Edinburgh Fringe Festival and their readers clearly agreed as  Broadway World announced their "peoples' choice" award winners!  Eigg the Musical was selected as "Best New Musical" & "Best Musical" of 2023.  Awards included "Best Director" and "Best Supporting Actor." Thank you Broadway World! 

Audience Comments

"Eigg the musical was fabulous with great storytelling of the history of that little island."
Joyce Staniard Bell - Ayr, Scotland

"We really enjoyed it! There were some great singers in the cast, it's a great story about the community buy out of Eigg."
Wendy Weatherby - Edinburgh, Scotland

"Brilliant! thank you for bringing this show to the festival."
Ian MacGowan - Aberdeen, Scotland

"It’s really good and entertaining! You should tour it around the Highlands and Islands! I met Keith Schelenburg in the 80s. I worked for the Council. He sent his little plane to fly me from Fort William. The pilot was Patrick Burns. We flew from Camisky. He had really ambitious ideas for the island".
Ken Johnston - Highlands, Scotland

"What a refreshing, hilarious and beautifully written musical."
David Hewitson - Glasgow, Scotland

"Never a dull moment, we really enjoyed your show."
Sandy Byrne - Carnwath, Scotland

"Really enjoyed watching your show....loved the music and choreography....and hats off to Lord Skillington for wearing that Aran jumper in such a warm space!"
Stewart Furini - East Sussex, England

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