It’s the perfect venue for the musical ‘Camelton’ and award winning creator Stephen Cole is a master lyricist with many accomplishments. The opening is a multimedia extravaganza and sets the tone for the show which has a broad appeal to a wide demographic, and leads, inevitably, to a big Broadway ending, despite the fact that it’s a one man show. Inspired by improbable real life events, it’s a trip down memory lane for Cole, and it offers great material for a comedy musical. I’m not going to give away the ending of this very well produced and performed piece, but rest assured, you can expect to see a multitalented performer with boundless energy offering a fascinating journey and insight into his life.

Gilded Balloon Teviot, until 31 Aug.
tw rating 3/5 | [Graeme Blackmore]