Jamie
MacDougall
Performed by Jamie MacDougall
By Jimmy Logan
Adapted by Kally Lloyd-Jones and Jamie MacDougall
Directed by Kally Lloyd-Jones
With musician Derek Clark
Lauder is a gem of a show celebrating the life of a legendary Scottish entertainer whose songs are beloved by audiences worldwide. Known for iconic hits like "I Love a Lassie," "Roamin' in the Gloamin'," and "The End of the Road."
Harry Lauder became the highest-paid performer in the world by 1911. An international star of music hall and vaudeville, he was also the first UK artist to sell over a million recordings and the first Knight of the music hall. Before Billy Connolly, Alan Cumming, and Lewis Capaldi, there was Harry Lauder — a pioneering figure whose charm, wit, and warm Scottish spirit made him an enduring symbol of Scottish pride and global entertainment.
Scottish Opera’s mission is to entertain, inspire, surprise, educate, challenge, and delight audiences by delivering high quality, powerful opera throughout Scotland and internationally. Scottish Opera has pushed boundaries since 1962 through a commitment to world-class opera, high quality craftsmanship, collaborations, new work, and – most importantly Scotland's audiences. The Company’s productions have won worldwide critical acclaim. Performances in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and Inverness range from the earliest operas to world premieres. All of these performances, regardless of language, are supertitled. Access (Dementia-friendly) and audio-described performances further widen accessibility to opera. Scottish Opera provides free and discounted tickets to asylum seekers, refugees, those under the age of 26, and school groups. Small-scale tours travel to every corner of the country. Education and Outreach programmes (run by the longest-standing department of its kind in Europe) make opera accessible to all ages, social backgrounds, and abilities, contributing to the development of personal creativity, interest in opera, and wellbeing.
Read more at: www.scottishopera.org.uk
★★★★★ "An unmissable, five star tribute to one of Scotland’s greats by a production and performing team of the highest quality." – Glasgow Theatre Blog
★★★★ "From the moment he stepped onto the stage he had us in the palm of his hand, pouring seemingly boundless energy and enthusiasm into a succession of Lauder’s catchy songs, sentimental without being saccharine, twinkling with oh-so-slightly naughty humour, and inviting us to enjoy ourselves as much as he was in performing for us." – Scots Gay News
★★★★ "Lauder is a wee smasher of a treat: big in performance, large in heart and enormous in character" – The Wee Review
★★★★ "This was a fun-filled, highly enjoyable tribute to a man whose talents touched millions, and whose legacy lives on thanks to Jamie’s uncanny and astute reincarnation" – Perth Festival
"Jamie MacDougall delivered a powerhouse solo portrayal, weaving together song, storytelling, and Scottish charm into an emotionally resonant evening" – Saltire Sentinel