The Latest Breaking News from Robert Burns

Alan Cumming to play Robert Burns in solo dance-theatre show

Actor aims to tell the Scottish poet’s story ‘using my whole body’ in a production at the 75th Edinburgh international festival in August

The Guardian - UK · Jan 25, 2022

Former Dumfries and Galloway home of Robert Burns needs £500,000 spent on urgent repairs

The major funding challenge also comes with revelations that the poet had a much bigger involvement in developing the site than previously thought

Daily Record · Jan 25, 2022

Three movies to watch this Burns Night remembering the great Scottish bard

On Burns Night, people actively read the poet's works and sing his songs, but there are also movies that will help you mark the birthday of the famous figure from Scottish history.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 25, 2022

Burns Night traditions: Why do Scottish people eat Haggis and what is it?

Burns Night is one of Scotland’s biggest national events. There are several traditions associated with the night, including eating lots of haggis. Here's what you need to know about it

Daily Mirror · Jan 25, 2022

What is Burns Night and how is it celebrated in Scotland? Old traditions and favoured poems

Burns Night is a deeply engrained part of Scottish national identity, but for everyone else the celebrations can be something of a mystery. Here are you questions answered — from Burn's Night traditions to the date of celebration

Daily Mirror · Jan 25, 2022

How Burns Night started and how it’s celebrated

The poet, a source of inspiration to the founders of Liberalism and Socialism, penned more than 550 verses and songs before he died at 37

The Independent UK · Jan 25, 2022

Robert Burns the Musical which began life as Michael Jackson and David Gest dream set to return to Scotland

Robert Burns the Musical is being brought back to Scotland in a new show with homegrown talent.

Daily Record · Jan 25, 2022

Three of the easiest Robert Burns poems to learn ahead of Burns Night

Over his lifetime Burns penned over 700 poems and songs.

Daily Record · Jan 24, 2022

Robert Burns brought back to life for bold 'new' poems in cheeky Irn-Bru adverts

The Bard has been given a new lease of life by the famous drinks manufacturer.

Daily Record · Jan 23, 2022

Edinburgh's Scotch Whisky Experience and Mary Kings Close team up for Burns night

The Mary King's Close and Scotch Whisky Experience have teamed up to offer a unique event to Edinburgh residents and tourists. The even will involve a tour and meal.

Edinburgh Live · Jan 22, 2022