Superb September events at Bowhill House

14th September, 2017

Scotland’s national poet is set to visit Bowhill House this month as part of its September events programme.

Scotland’s Makar, Jackie Kay will recite some of her poems about what it is to be Scottish in Bowhill Theatre on 17 September (7.30pm) as part of the YES (Yarrow, Ettrick and Selkirk) Arts Festival.

Later in the month the theatre play host to John Watterson who will bring the songs of Jake Thackray to life in his show, The Lost Will and Testament of Jake Thackray.

The show, on 22 September at (8pm) will air some of Jake’s forgotten gems, capturing the unique Thackray guitar style and his iconic satirical lyrics.

Helen Currie, House and Events Manager at Bowhill, said: “Whether you’re a music or poetry fan there’s something for you to enjoy at our theatre this month.

“We are excited to be welcoming Jackie Kay and John Watterson for what will no doubt be two fantastic shows.

Jackie Kay tickets cost £10 for adults and £6 for under 16s and can be booked by visiting www.yesartsfestival.com or calling 01750 21997.

The Lost Will and Testament of Jake Thackray tickets cost £12 for adults and £10 for under 16s and can be booked by calling 01750 22204 or visitingwww.borderevents.com. A pre-theatre supple is available to pre-book for an additional £13 per person.