"What this story does is shows you you can still have a gorgeous Christmas with the people you love, it's not about the material" In Episode 19 of #RepSounds, meet some of the cast and creatives behind the return of our smash-hit festive production, A Christmas Carol, hosted by Dundee Rep Artistic Director and Director of A Christmas Carol, Andrew Panton. An original take on the classic with all your favourite characters, from Tiny Tim to the Ghost of Christmas Past, this wonderfully witty and heart-warming re-telling of Dickens' tale of redemption is the perfect way to celebrate the festive season and immerse yourself in the magic of a Rep Christmas this year!

"you walk into a room and you're like this is mine, I can do whatever I like in it!" In Episode 18 of #RepSounds, meet some of the makers behind Scottish Dance Theatre's choreographic showcase, SPUTNIK!, hosted by Scottish Dance Theatre Artistic Director Choreographer, Joan Clevillé. Get a first insight into the new dances, learn about the creative process of the makers and much much more in this half hour 'deep dive' into this exhilarating evening of new dance.

"what attracted me to it was the energy of pirates which I associate with creativity" In Episode 17 of #RepSounds, meet some of the cast and the choreographer behind Scottish Dance Theatre's summer spectacular, Pirates!, hosted by Scottish Dance Theatre Artistic Director and Pirates! Choreographer, Joan Clevillé. Discover the characters, learn about the creative process and much much more in this half hour 'deep dive' into the imaginative, unforgettable world of this new dance theatre adventure.

"it's not just another play or another musical. It really fees like something special" In Episode 16 of #RepSounds, meet the cast and some of the creatives behind our new musical, No Love Songs, hosted by Dundee Rep Artistic Director and Co-Director of No Love Songs, Andrew Panton. Inspired by the real-life experiences of Laura and Kyle, the story follows two new parents grappling with the challenges of parenthood and the weight of postnatal depression. Through a powerful blend of music, tears, and laughter, the audience is taken on a heartfelt journey as they navigate the ups and downs of their new life together.

"this version of The Vagina Monologues is coming at a good time" 💙 In Episode 15 of #RepSounds, meet the Cast, Director and Stage Manager of our bold new revival of The Vagina Monologues hosted by Artistic Director Andrew Panton. Featuring Maureen Carr known for TV classics such as Still Game and River City; Joyce Falconer who audiences may recognise from her role as ‘Roisin’ in River City; Laura Lovemore, who recently starred as Anne in Raw Material & Capital Theatres in association with National Theatre of Scotland’s James IV: Queen of the Fight; Director and Dundee Rep Ensemble member Irene Macdougall and Lucy May Wilson.

"my wife picked up the script, read it and she came through in tears and said, that's our life" 💙 In Episode 14 of #RepSounds, meet the real Dundonians involved in Glass Performance's latest version of OLD BOY with Jess, Tashi, Malcolm, Max, Harris, David and Martin.

"I was very nervous about it because whenever you're playing a person who actually exists or existed that is a big thing, I'm never gonna go out and do my Jim McLean impersonation" In Episode 13 of #RepSounds Artistic DirectorAndrew Panton sits down for a chat with Smile Director Sally Reid and the two cast members Barrie Hunter (Jim McLean) and Chris Alexander (Jimmy) as they discuss in great depth the returning audience favourite, Smile.

"I always find the movement in animals like a big big inspiration" In Episode 12 of #RepSounds enjoy a fascinating discussion between Artistic Director Joan Clevillé, internationally acclaimed choreographer Roser López Espinosa and Scottish Dance Theatre company member and choreographer Pauline Torzuoli as they discuss the upcoming Spring Double Bill. Featuring insights into the creation and essence of Thin h/as h/air and The Flock this is an enthralling discussion between three world class choreographers and dancers.

"we wanted a Cinderella who had a lot more agency than the traditional Cinderella" In Episode 11 of #RepSounds look forward to a fascinating and entertaining chat about all things Cinderella and the life behind our Christmas production with a host of the cast and creative team. Featuring Isaac Savage, Leah Byrne, Karen Young and John Macaulay of the Cinderella cast, Assistant Director Ewan Donald, Music and Lyricist Michael John McCarthy, Set and Costume Designer Kenneth MacLeod and our Artistic Director Andrew Panton.

"Emanuel talks about a football match... we've got some rules but of course the rules will produce a different result, a completely different game" In Episode 10 of #RepSounds Artistic Director Joan Clevillé chats with Scottish Dance Theatre company members Jessie Roberts-Smith and Ben McEwen and Apprentices Orla Hardie and Maya Bodiley about the upcoming double bill of RITUALIA & The Circle. Learn about the two pieces and hear from the apprentice dancers what it's like being part of a full-time professional company.