Reader to launch lecture series

The launch of the 2005 Saturday Evening Lecture Series will take place on 8 January, with a timely and unique collaboration between the acclaimed performer of the work of Robert Burns, Eddi Reader, and world renowned Burns expert Professor Ken Simpson, of the University of Strathclyde.

The Events Office has been working closely with Dundee Rep theatre to create 'The voices of Robert Burns' - an evening worthy of both the Bard and Scotland's oldest lecture series, now entering its ninth decade.

Reader, who gave a historic performance at the opening of Scotland's parliament, recently released an acclaimed recording of Burns' songs. Simpson’s passion for Burns' work has marked a distinguished academic career, which has taken him across the UK and America. Together they will explore the 'voices of Robert Burns': with a performance and analysis that will bring a whole new means of interpretation to a poet and songsmith of enduring importance.

Tickets cost £12.50 and are available from the Rep box office on (01382) 223530. Or book online at www.dundeereptheatre.co.uk