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What's Happening in Dundee's Art and Culture Scene

A Quick Guide to Upcoming Shows in 2024Welcome to your guide to the best shows, performances, and cultural events happening in Dundee over the next few months! From comedy to concerts, musicals to family entertainment, D…

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Matriarchs & Memories. A Journey Through Dundee’s Screen Legacy

Dundee’s rich industrial past and the powerful stories of its people take centre stage this summer at a special event marking the launch of BFI Replay in the city’s libraries. Hosted at the Steps Theatre within Dundee Ce…

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Dundee’s Art Scene Just Got National Recognition

Dundee’s creative reputation has had another wee moment in the spotlight. The Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art & Design (DJCAD) Collection, managed by the University of Dundee Museums, has officially been recogni…

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Discovery Point to showcase stunning 3D model of Shackleton’s Endurance this summer

One of the most extraordinary shipwreck stories in polar history is coming to Dundee in a whole new form this summer. From 30 April to November 2026, Discovery Point will host a remarkably detailed 3D model of Endurance,…

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From musicals to movement, family shows to bold new drama: what’s coming up at Dundee Rep in 2026

If Whitehall is your big, bustling night out, Dundee Rep is where things get a bit more adventurous. From major theatre productions and new writing to family shows, comedy, live music and a big year for Scottish Dance Th…

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From comedy to classics, panto to pop: what’s still to come at Dundee’s Whitehall Theatre in 2026

If you needed proof that Dundee’s West End still knows how to put on a show, Whitehall Theatre’s 2026 calendar is doing a pretty good job of it. From big-name comics and family favourites to tribute nights, musicals, dan…

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Dundead is back: four days of horror, cult cinema and properly strange nights at DCA

Dundee’s favourite weekend for horror, cult and weird cinema is back this May and Dundead 2026 looks like a gloriously unhinged belter. Returning to DCA from Thursday 7 to Sunday 10 May, this year’s festival promises fou…

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Dundee through local eyes: a heartfelt homecoming on the road around Scotland

After nine weeks driving the entire coast of mainland Scotland while living in his van, Vanlife With A Scotsman has arrived in Dundee and this stop feels more personal than most. In his latest video, the creator returns…

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