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AF Steadman, Perth 125 Live! and Blas Festival in the Highlands

AF Steadman tells Len Pennie about writing Skandar and the Spirit War, the final novel in her Skandar series of books, and we hear about Perth 125 Live! and Blas Festival.

AF Steadman talks about her bestselling novels for young readers, and writing the final installment, Skandar and the Spirit War. She also talks about writing a new Skandar origin story, and writing her first novel for adults - not involving unicorns!

Director of Perth Theatre and Concert Hall Chris Glasgow talks about the celebrations planned for Perth 125 Live! involving music, theatrical performances and community participation, and award-winning lighting designer Will Potts talks about returning from creating international lighting displays for Sam Smith, George Ezra and other high-profile acts to designing a lighting display in his home country of Scotland for the Perth celebrations.

Chief Executive of Blas Festival Calum Alex Macmillan tells us about the 200 musicians performing as part of Blas Festival celebrating Gaelic culture and Scottish and International musicians performing across the Highlands.

30 minutes

Music Played

  • Billy Connolly

    If It Wasnae For Your Wellies

    • Best Of British Comedy #2.
    • Disky.
    • 1 / 2.

Broadcast

  • Thu 4 Sep 2025 15:30