Musical brings cult classic Restless Natives to the stage

An all-singing, all-dancing stage version of Restless Natives is aiming to introduce the cult film classic to a new audience.

Most of the cast in the new musical production weren't born when the movie was released 40 years ago.

But they say they are very aware of the film's roots and its status among fans.

The 1985 comedy was part of a boom in Scottish filmmaking, alongside movies like Local Hero and Gregory's Girl.

The modern-day Robin Hood story followed mask-wearing highwaymen the Clown and the Wolfman.

They rode a motorbike as they robbed tourists with a toy gun, then gave the money away – eventually becoming a tourist attraction in their own right.

The stage version comes complete with masks, a motorbike and the music of Big Country.

Kyle Gardiner, 27, says it is "an honour" to play Ronnie, also known as the Clown.

"The film's a cult classic," he says.

"There are so many people we've bumped into who just adore the film."

Finlay McKillop, 26, plays Will, also known as the Wolfman.

He says the cast want to do the story justice for the die-hard fans of the original film.

"They've got the merchandise, the T-shirts, the bike with the correct registration plate - it makes us want to do an even better job," he says.

"I think people will enjoy it - and who doesn't love a musical":[]}