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Sunshine on Leith is a dazzling display of live music, dance and drama which seamlessly blends the very best Proclaimers’ hits I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles), I’m on My Way and Letter from America into the narrative of this unforgettable show.

One of the most popular shows in Eden Court’s recent history returns for a more than welcome second run in its highland home. Sunshine on Leith is the hilarious, compelling, touching and stirring tale of Davy and Ally – two childhood who return home to Edinburgh after their tour of duty in Afghanistan.

It soon becomes clear that the trials and tribulations of families, relationships and life in sunny Leith are definitely not plain sailing, and that the ups and downs of life in civvy street present their own unique challenges.

Sunshine is a product of the hugely successful and supremely talented Stephen Greenhorn (creator of River City and Passing Places) – it’s a true Scottish stage gem which remains unsurpassed in its style, sparkle and sensitivity.

This truly exceptional love story is more than just a musical, it’s a wonderfully resonant examination of the life and times of a modern Scottish family.

Sunshine On Leith all but sold out last time – don’t miss this return visit… We can’t promise to bring it back a third time!
 

What the Press say

A glorious celebration of romance in ordinary lives
INVERNESS COURIER

Effortlessly funny and poignant
THE PRESS AND JOURNAL

A show worth walking 500 miles for, if not 500 more
THE GUARDIAN

one of the hottest tickets of recent Scottish theatre 
THE SCOTSMAN

The love songs have a bite and pathos to them that make them feel as if they have been wrenched straight from the heart
THE TIMES

 …  the raucous Scottish-ness of the music engulfs the auditorium ... to leave a euphoric audience gasping for more.
THE STAGE

ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCE INFORMATION

The performance on Sat 25 Sep at 14.30 will be BSL Interpreted and Audio Described
There will be a Touch Tour at 13.30