If you’ve been to see any of our fantastic Fringe shows recently, you’ll no doubt have notice the colourful exhibtion currently on display in our Storytelling Court. A project led by graffiti artist Dale vN Marshall, I am not a child was created with the help of local teenagers growing up with mental health issues … Continued

The Fringe is in full swing and here at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, the great reviews, audience feedback and even award nominations are pouring in! O is for Hoolet, Ishbel McFarlane’s one-woman exploration of the Scots language, joined the line-up on Friday 12 August and got off to a fantastic start, including a ★★★★ review … Continued

Celtic Summer School celebrated its third edition this month with eighteen fascinating sessions covering topics ranging from seasonal customs and arts & crafts to Gaelic poetry and traditional dance. Read on for a round-up of this exciting week: Monday: Exploring the Landscape The smells of seas, air and mountain were wafting through the sessions on … Continued

Richard Medrington, who is performing Leaf by Niggle at the Scottish Storytelling Centre as part of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, was joined by Karine Polwart on Friday 12 August  to celebrate the publication of one of JRR Tolkien’s lesser-known short stories. To coincide with Puppet State Theatre‘s stage production, HarperCollins have published Leaf by Niggle … Continued

The Edinburgh Festival Fringe kicked off last Thursday with another jam-packed programme of theatre, comedy, music, family shows and much, much more. Here’s what’s been happening at the Centre so far: The fantastic Puppet State Theatre are back with their brand new show , based on a short story by JRR Tolkien. It was quickly … Continued

After several years delighting Fringe audiences with The Man Who Planted Trees, Puppet State Theatre return to the Storytelling Centre with a brand new show, Leaf By Niggle. We caught up with actor Richard Medrington to find out more about the play, here until Sun 28 Aug (not 10, 15, 22, 23). When did you … Continued

Born: September 10, 1920–Died: July 28, 2016 Jamie Stuart, storyteller, evangelist and one of Scotland’s most successful and beloved Christian authors, has died at the age of 95. A celebration of his life will be held at 12pm on Thursday 4 August at Carntyne Parish Church, 358 Carntynhall Road, Glasgow. Professor Donald Smith, director of … Continued

The Centre is delighted to welcome Celeste and her Circus back after gleeful surprises and pocket-sized spectacles in 2014! This micro show for teeny tots utilises stunning visuals and sound effects to ensure youngsters stay fixed on the action, while parents can enjoy being amused by a flirty French lady. We caught a quick chat … Continued

Here at the Centre for a limited run from 3 Aug to 11 Aug at 7pm, the haven’t slaved away concocting complex certifications of thematic nuances in a complexly plotted comedy show. No. Instead the rely on their off-the-cuff fast thinking, giving them a great reputation in the improv world, winning the Spiritof the Fringe … Continued

The largest programme of research undertaken into Edinburgh’s twelve major Festivals confirms their far-reaching impact on local life, the international reputation of the city and the economy. Commissioned by Festivals Edinburgh, the 2015 Edinburgh Festivals Impact Study assessed the economic impact of the 12 major public events in the capital and found that they attract … Continued