Edinburgh meetup during festival?

Oops sorry Marmight

Here are the names of those who feel they may like to have an Edinburgh theatre visit in the month of December when the city will be all a glitter.

Janeainsworth
Elegran
Marelli
Marmite
Me

Any other takers - the more the merrier

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I suspect that by the time people have travelled here, they will have spent so much that they may feel "It is better to be hung for a sheep as a lamb" and they might as well spend a bit more on the theatre as well as on eating.

We'll have to see what the response is.

I'm free to come to anything until the end of the year, really. No commitments at present anyway.
If it's to be theatre and a meal, we do have to think of the expense for those wanting to come, but who would have to travel a long way, though?

Jane - Whatever you meant at the time, the result is going to be a trip to the theatre PLUS some nosh and natter, so that can't be bad!

I thought you were referring back to December, when we were doing rather too much to fit into the time, to be honest.

Elizabeth1 That is a good wide spectrum to choose from. Now it is over to everyone else to give an opinion. i am off to have a Google, but don't expect an instant answer.

Elegran! I can't really remember, but I think when I said what are we doing, it was in the context of were we staying in the Observation Bar or going through to the restaurant!
I wouldn't like anyone to think that I was less than very happy with the meal + jolly good natter format!
Having said that, the theatre idea sounds great and I'll certainly come if I can

Here goes.

Festival theatre - Scottish Ballet The Nutcracker 13, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20 December
Tickets General £13 - £38 premium £35 - £42.50

Edinburgh Playhouse - Wicked starting Monday 1st December for the full month
Tickets General - from £22

Usher Hall
2 December Chris Lea
3 December Beethoven Piano Concerto No 4
5 December RSNO Fire and Ice
8 December Bootleg Beatles
12 December RSNO Hollywood Christmas
13 December A Christmas Wish
Tickets variable

Kings Theatre
1 December West End Women
29 November - 18 January Aladdin
3 -6 December Slava's Snowshow
13 December - 3 January Nutcracker
Tickets variable

I would suggest to those avid theatre goers to google any of the above because they all look fabulous.

My favourite would be Wicked however I'm open to other likes.

Gosh this isn't easy is it Elegran

I'll leave the theatre to you then and concentrate on the FOOD then. Any strong opinions anywhere on supper or afternoon tea, luxury or quick/n near theatre? I suppose it depends on what we see, so probably best to settle that first.

Sounds good to me Elegran I'll get on the case. Is there anything anyone out there has a great yen to see?

I am sure we could do something like that. You are probably more theatre-conscious than me (not at all) so you can have that half.

One of us could perhaps select theatre choices and one of us could arrange the meal part. What do you think?

Very diplomatic answer Elizabeth1 ! In my experience, jointly arranging something usually ends up in some essential detail falling into the gap between, or the arrangers falling out.

We could arrange this together if you like.

Nice to see you are so enthusiastic Elizabeth1

Who is going to organise the theatre outing? You or me?

Yes! Yes! Yes!

I enjoy the round-the-table blethering over a good meal but perhaps we could arrange a visit or two in between our usual gluttonous meetings - theatre, gallery, exhibition, zoo or whatever and finish it off with a High Tea!!

August, September, October, December - before we know it we will be holding monthly meet-ups!

Jane asked yesterday "What are we doing today?" We were just eating and blethering, actually, but is there a case for "doing something" at meet-ups as well?

Last December it was some talks, Elizabeth1 is suggesting a theatre trip (in December?) Would people be up for more "things" to be set up ? Not doing without the eating and blethering, of course, and it would all take more time, but I am sure it could be arranged.

What do you think?

Another December meeting would be good especially when the 'German' Market is in full swing, but hopefully there will be a couple more before then!

Dare I mention at this stage that Edinburgh is gorgeous in December and a beautiful excited city. Just love it��

Noted Marmight. Any more difficult dates for anyone?

I remember my father spending many evenings before a new term with class timetables for a whole school. No computer, just sheets and sheets of paper and lots of cups of coffee. This could become very similar.

Elizabeth1 The theatre idea sounds great. Add my name.

Would anyone like a visit to the theatre in Edinburgh at any time cause that sounds like good fun to me. I miss my 4 monthly trips to London now that I am retired. I went to the theatre with a good few others who came from around the country, we also went for a meal before or after and talked for all the nations. I know it can become expensive however we could save up once a year perhaps. I could offer a bed or two for the night. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on this one.

I will be away from 8/12 and from 24/4Nov. Hopefully the chosen day will be one I can do! No pressure Elegran

Sounds like you all had a great time ladies!