Musician to go ahead with Fringe shows after treasured instruments stolen

BBC Scotland Friday 14 August 2026, 11:51 UTC 1 min read

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Sachie Mikawa cancelled her best-selling nights at the Rotunda Theatre after her trumpet and vintage melodica went missing.

Sachie Mikawa (PERSON) the Rotunda Theatre (LOCATION)

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