Performances: 14th to 18th April 2026
Set against the vibrant backdrop of Edinburgh with unforgettable songs by The Proclaimers, Sunshine on Leith follows the lives of two soldiers returning home from Afghanistan to the challenges of civilian life. Ally rekindles his romance with Davy’s sister, Liz, while Davy finds new love with Liz’s nursing colleague, Yvonne. Their relationships are tested by the challenges of readjusting to everyday routines and the secrets they carry from their time abroad. Amidst the joy and struggles, they rediscover the strength of family bonds and the power of love. Filled with familiar hits like I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles), Letter from America and Sunshine on Leith, along with gorgeous lesser-known numbers such as Make My Heart Fly and Misty Blue, this show captures the essence of resilience and the unbreakable spirit of the human heart. Sunshine on Leith promises a night of emotional highs and unforgettable music.
Cast
Davy – Sam Hile
Ally – Chris Hodges
Rab – Duncan Taylor-Jones
Jean – Helen Crees
Yvonne – Olivia Surgey
Liz – Emma Symes
Eilidh – Amy Reynolds
Barman – Damon Willer
Busker – Kate Harrison
Carl – Andy Tiffen
Hazel – Lucy Newth
Innes – Tom Freeman
Instructor – Matt Kent
Karen – Beth Allan
Moira – Emma McLaren
Other Rôles – Gary Edwards, Mungo Forty, Summer Hale, Jacqueline Hartley, Emily Hedley, Briony Jeffries, Liz Kaye, Harry Letton, Phil Lucas, Amy MacConnachie, Lee McCann, Eleanor Simmonds and Kate Toomer
Director: Andy Freeman
Musical Director: Robert Cousins
Choreographer: Star Bray
Production Assistant: Mark Greenwood