The Latest Breaking News from Usher Hall

Boris Johnson's speech at Scottish city's arts venue sparks outrage

A PETITION has been launched protesting against Boris Johnson’s forthcoming appearance at a prestigious Edinburgh venue.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 23, 2025

Boris Johnson fans offered £121 handshake and photo op

Tickets to hear former prime minister speak in Edinburgh’s Usher Hall cost up to £160 on top of meet-and-greet

The Guardian - UK · Feb 19, 2025

The week in classical: Oslo Philharmonic/Mäkelä; Leif Ove Andsnes and Bertrand Chamayou – review

Usher Hall; The Queen’s Hall, EdinburghKlaus Mäkelä leads skilled versions of Sibelius and Mahler, while Yuja Wang brings warmth and Ravel and Andsnes and Chamayou tackle Schubert and Kurtág

The Guardian - UK · Aug 26, 2023

The forgotten plan to build Edinburgh's Usher Hall in Princes Street Gardens

Renowned Scots architect's dream of building the Usher Hall in West Princes Street Gardens never got off the drawing board, but detailed plans reveal it could have become a reality.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 27, 2023

Breaking Bad's Bob Odenkirk to divulge Hollywood secrets at Edinburgh comedy gig

As part of the tour, Bob will visit Usher Hall for an evening and share tales from his book ‘Comedy, Comedy, Comedy, Drama’ and provide insight into what it is like to work on Hollywood productions.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 20, 2023

James Martin heading to Edinburgh as celebrity chef announces live cooking tour

Famous for hosting Saturday Kitchen, James plans to include the capitals Usher Hall in his 2023 tour where he will provide live demonstrations and cooking tasks for audience members who are keen to improve their skills in the kitchen

Edinburgh Live · Nov 27, 2022

Richard E Grant admits he's 'terrified' ahead of Edinburgh Usher Hall gig

Richard E Grant has admitted he is 'terrified' ahead of his Edinburgh performance at the Usher Hall on Thursday evening where he will speak about his life and new book.

Edinburgh Live · Oct 13, 2022

An Evening With Graham Norton coming to Edinburgh's Usher Hall this autumn

The much-loved TV personality, presenter and award-winning author will be coming to the capital this October to talk about his career and his new novel, Forever Home.

Edinburgh Live · Aug 26, 2022

Adopted Edinburgh student lands dream job after 'difficult start' to life

Jade Lindsay was one of 2,000 of Edinburgh Napier students who were handed their degrees this week, with families and friends gathering at the Usher Hall to watch.

Edinburgh Live · Jul 9, 2022

Mum graduates in Edinburgh despite autism diagnosis and 'not being smart enough'

Nikki McLeod is set to graduate at Napier's annual ceremony on Thursday, July 7, at the Usher Hall in Edinburgh, having proved those who doubted her wrong and has also given advice for anyone else who may be in a similar situation

Edinburgh Live · Jul 7, 2022