A popular annual tourist attraction is set to release its first batch of tickets for this year.
The Enchanted Forest Perthshire’s multi-award-winning sound and light show will put 55,000 briefs for the new show, entitled Flux, on sale to the general public from June 12.
After smashing box office records for the event in 2014, the Enchanted Forest has extended its run from 23 nights to 32 this year, opening up thousands of additional tickets.
The extended run is expected to be worth more than £500,000 additional income to the local economy.
There will also be a dedicated charity night in aid of PKAVS, CHAS and Scottish Autism on October 1, to meet the increasing demand.
Graham Brown, chairman of the Enchanted Forest Community Trust, which runs the event, said: “We are delighted that we have been able to extend our run this year to accommodate growing demand to attend the event and to continue to expand this popular spectacle for visitors to the area.
“Even though we have made thousands of extra tickets available by extending by one week, we are already experiencing strong demand for shows across the run, with some show times already sold out before we’ve gone on public sale. The message is very clear: if you have a date and time in mind, don’t leave it to the last minute to book.”
Tricia Fox, marketing manager of the Enchanted Forest, added: “As a community based event, we are very committed to giving something back, and all three charities do exceptionally important work to support families and children across Scotland.
“Every year we get very positive feedback from customers whose children are affected by autism, and the profound impact the show has on them.
“For other families who are facing challenges, such as those supported by CHAS and PKAVS, the show offers an opportunity to enjoy time together and a break from their normal routine,” she added.
The 2015 show sees the return of the creative team that put together the multi-award-winning 2013 and 2014 shows, with lighting design by Kate Bonney and Simon Hayes, and sound design and composition by RJ McConnell and Jon Beales.
As in previous years, they will be led by creative director and producer Derek Allan, of Allan Associates.
The Enchanted Forest runs from October 1 to November 1 at Faskally Wood near Pitlochry.
Tickets will be available from 10am on June 12 at www.enchantedforest.org.uk.