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Edinburgh Live
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Edinburgh Live
Edinburgh set for 'exceptional' immersive experiences featuring Monet and Van Gogh
Our community members are treated to special offers, promotions and adverts from us and our partners. You can check out at any time. More info Edinburgh art lovers are set to enjoy two 'incredible' immersive experiences coming to the city later this year. Beyond Monet and Beyond Van Gogh are coming to the capital, from November 29. Hosting the Scottish premiere of the experience, the event will run until January 4. The 'spectaculars' will be staged at the Royal Highland Centre, with tickets going on sale on June 18. Both displays feature an immersive room that is 10,000 square ft in size. Beyond Monet features more than 400 of his legendary works, and takes visitors on an 'unforgettable journey'. In Beyond Van Gogh, you'll see more than 300 of the icon's paintings 'blended with cutting-edge technology'. Both are accompanies by a specially curated musical soundtrack, as the painting come alive. Sign up for Edinburgh Live newsletters for more headlines straight to your inbox This comes after Van Gogh Alive: The Experience, which came to the capital in 2022 and saw thousands flock to Festival Square to walk among the sunflowers. It was part of a hugely popular touring experience. Anna Parry, UK Business Development at Annerin Productions, said today: "I'm absolutely delighted we're bringing Beyond Van Gogh to Edinburgh this Christmas, particularly after the very warm welcome Scottish art lovers have already given the experience in Glasgow and the demand for tickets for this summer's Aberdeen run. (Image: Supplied) "I'm also excited to be able to present a very special Scottish premiere – Beyond Monet: The Immersive Experience – in the city. Edinburgh was at the heart of the Scottish Enlightenment and art has always played a hugely important role in its cultural landscape. "Beyond Monet is a stunning show packed with many of his most important and most powerful artworks, immersing art lovers in his revolutionary impressionist world and accompanied by a wonderfully evocative soundtrack." Join Edinburgh Live's Whatsapp Community here and get the latest news sent straight to your messages. Mark Currie, Director of Venue at Royal Highland Centre, said: "Being able to host such unique and immersive events like Beyond Van Gogh and Beyond Monet at the Royal Highland Centre is testament to the truly unique space we have here at Ingliston. "As Scotland's largest indoor and outdoor venue, we have an extremely versatile space, and we can't wait to see these art masterpieces come to life in such an exceptional way for those across the city and beyond to enjoy!"
STV News
24-04-2025
- Health
- STV News
Ambulances crews face highest-ever rate of 'shocking' violence and abuse
Ambulances crews across the UK are facing the highest-ever rate of 'shocking' violence and 'horrendous' abuse. There were more than 22,500 incidents of violence, aggression, and abuse towards UK ambulance services in the past year – an increase of almost 15% from 2023/24. The new data from the Association of Ambulance Chief Executives (AACE) revealed on Thursday that at least 62 ambulance workers are abused or attacked in the UK every single day. Reported incidents include kicking, punching, slapping, head-butting, spitting, verbal abuse and sexual assault and ranging from common assault to significant serious attacks involving a multitude of weapons. The situation is now so serious that AACE has written to health leaders across the four nations and is reaching out to UK health ministers 'at the highest level' to explore interventions that could deter these attacks. 'These figures are truly shocking and reflect a pattern of increased violence, aggression and abuse directed at hard-working ambulance people who are there to help people in their times of greatest need,' AACE chairman Jason Killen said. 'Frontline staff as well as call handlers are affected by this horrendous abuse and this unacceptable behaviour has a major long-term impact on the health and wellbeing of ambulance people who are simply trying to do their jobs and help save lives.' He added that it is 'vital' the court system uses 'all available legislation' to ensure appropriate sentences for people who are guilty of committing 'horrific crimes' against ambulance staff. Violence against ambulance staff has been steadily increasing since 2021/22, when there were 15,430 incidents. The 2024/25 figure of 22,536 is the highest figure ever reported. 'These new figures are beyond worrying and underline the upsetting fact that ambulance employees face the very real possibility of being subject to violence or abuse each time they start a shift, which is just unacceptable,' Anna Parry, managing director of AACE added. A Scottish Government spokesperson said: 'No one should be the victim of abuse or violence while at work and assaults on NHS staff are completely unacceptable. 'We continue to encourage all NHS organisations to support criminal proceedings against anyone who assaults staff. 'The courts have extensive powers to deal robustly with assaults. The Emergency Workers Act includes a penalty of up to 12 months' imprisonment, a £10,000 fine, or both, and we have extended the Act to include GPs, doctors, nurses and midwives working in the community.' Get all the latest news from around the country Follow STV News Scan the QR code on your mobile device for all the latest news from around the country
