Whisky Kisses

George Square 1    31 July, 2, 5, 7, 9, 12, 14, 16, 19, 21, 23, 25 @ 16.00    RSAMD

Whisky Kisses may very well have been sponsored by the Scottish Tourist board. Geared almost certainly for the American tourist trying to re-connect with their 1/28th Scottish heritage, the piece charts the woes of a failing distillery in the tranquil, and wittily named, mystical valley of Glenigma. While the production values do hold some authority in the proceedings, the lyrics are often derivative and some of the tunes are about as allusive as the fabled malt around which the story is based. A large ensemble cast work well together, if at times faltering individually. But however cynical this critic may be, the general narrative is unarguably positive, with the drunken celidh scenes and heart warming conclusion rousing more than a few of the audience.