Brian Spence, the Edinburgh born composer, has collaborated with Bob on three other musicals -
“JEANNIE SKYE” recently work-shopped by the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, “PICNIC AT HANGING ROCK”,which played at the Chichester Festival Theatre, and several youth theatres throughout the country, and finally “STREETDREAMS” , performed by the Guildford School, of Acting at their theatre. He has written many original songs for such diverse singing talents as MICHAEL BALL, “ROSETTA STONE”, “THE TREMELOES” ,, “THE PET SHOP BOYS”, “DUSTY SPRINGFIELD”, and “BEN FORSTER”, (winner of ITV’s ‘Superstar’ competition). Brian composed for the Japanese and UK theatre premieres of Richard Harris’s In “TWO MINDS’ and “LAST LAUGH”, which starred Martin Freeman and Roger Lloyd-Pack, His television compositions include “NIGHT AND DAY”, for ITV.
Bob T0mson, is a BAFTA, OLIVIER and TONY Award nominee, his productions have been regularvisitors to Edinburgh and you may perhaps have seen some.
BLOOD BROTHERS (2024) ‘outstanding – an unforgettable experience’ (*****Scottish Field);
‘Live Theatre just doesn’t get any better than this!’ (*****Daily Record); ‘Tomson ensures that every emotional beat lands…This production with its stellar performances packs a powerful punch’ (*****Theatres Scotland);‘Dazzling’ (*****Sunday Telegraph);
‘One of themost emotionally draining theatrical experiences gracing the stage anywhere in recenttimes’ (The Herald); ‘Brings the audience to its feet
and roaring approval’ (Daily Mail)
GHOST THE MUSICAL (2024) ‘One of the best musicals I’ve seen in years, if I could give this show six stars, I would’ (*****Musical Theatre Review); ‘even more spectacular than theoriginal film’ (*****Glasgow Times);
‘It was hankies at the ready at the Edinburgh opening
night…ace performances all round…voices to die for’ (*****TheatreNews.com);
‘extremelyimpressive…utterly magical’ (*****Glasgow World); ‘This feels like the real deal… A thoroughly enjoyable and entertaining night out’ (****AllEdinburghTheatre.com)
Caroline Inglis (Choreographer)
Based in Edinburgh, Scotland
With over 20 years of experience in the performing arts, Caroline Inglis is an accomplished
choreographer and director based in Edinburgh, Scotland.She has built a dynamic and versatile
career spanning both professional and amateur stage productions, youth theatre, community arts,
and arts education as well as founding
REVOLUTION DANCE SCHOOL.
Caroline trained at Edinburgh College and with SCOTTISH BALLET, where she developed a strong
technical foundation and a deep appreciation for expressive movement. She holds a Postgraduate
Diploma in Dance Science and Education from the University of Edinburgh.
As a performer, Caroline’s credits include, ”ON WITH THE DANCE” (Citadel Arts, Leith), THE NATIONAL LOTTERY BIG FUND PRESENTATION (National Lottery, Glasgow), RED AND BLACK FESTIVAL BALLET, and
9 to5: The Musical amongst many more.
Her choreography work includes successful productions such as Edinburgh Festival Carnival (2019),
Cross City Youth Arts Project Glasgow, and multiple projects with Allegro, The Bohemians, A-Team
Productions, Musselburgh Amateur Musical Association M.A.M.A. East Lothian Council and City of
Edinburgh Council. She also regularly leads creative movement and choreography workshop bringing
high-quality dance experiences to schools and communities across the region.
Caroline has directed a number of critically acclaimed stage shows, including Shrek The Musical
(2025), M.A.M.A Revue (2020, 2023, 2024), and M.A.M.A Variety (2025). As a director, she is known
for her supportive leadership, and ability to draw out authentic performances from casts of all ages
and experience levels.
RIONA BHREATHNACH (Associate Musical Director, Ensemble) is thrilled to be part of bringing this exciting new work to life, both onstage and behind the scenes. Recent credits include SPRING AWAKENING (Director), CINDERELLA (Musical Director), LEGALLY BLONDE (Musical Director), and ROLLERBLADE REVOLUTION (Jade).
Training: MGA ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS. In September, Ríona will begin her studies at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, where she will obtain her Master’s degree.
KENNY SPENCE (Stage Manager) Is a singer /songwriter/ guitarist from Edinburgh. Singed to Sonnet records in the nineties. You can find his songs on Youtube and Spotify..