TRACS launches a new season of workshops and courses this September, with sessions on topics such as Scotland’s creative culture for children, storytelling, singing and the future of the arts, all taking place at the Scottish Storytelling Centre over the coming months. The cycle begins on Saturday 5 September with Gifting Every Child: Scotland’s Creative … Continued

There’s an emotional side to the Edinburgh Fringe – not just welling up at the end of a musical or wincing as some poor stand-up is heckled to bits, but moments of real human connection, too. It could be watching your child’s eyes light up at their first show, joining in an impromptu ceilidh dance … Continued

Three dogs mean furrowed fur aplenty as the trio battle for scratches behind the ears amongst enchanted visitors. Dog from is definitely the mouthiest by far, always ready with a wise crack until you distract him with a stick… have a hyperactive scruffy pal Gelert, who can’t stop giving good luck licks and woofs with … Continued

As Fiona gets ready to preview her comedy storytelling showcase, this evening, we grabbed her for a quick five minutes to gage her show. is Fiona’s stand up storytelling show where she attempts to answer questions life has made her ask herself, delivered with deadpan humour and a wary eye… expect everything a true comedian … Continued

Creative Scotland’s recently released Literature and Publishing Sector Review presents a comprehensive look at the current state of literary activities, and offers a mighty 38 recommendations of ways in which the sector can be improved, broadly fitting under the three main themes of connection, co-ordination and collaboration. To begin this process, The Lighthouse in Glasgow … Continued

Edinburgh Up Close: Footsteps Through Time, the result of a collaboration between the City of Edinburgh Council and Leith-based Neatebox, is a new app that guides visitors and residents alike through the warren of closes connected to the famous Royal Mile to trace the history linked to these streets. Initially available for Apple IOS devices, … Continued

The Scottish International Storytelling Festival launches the 2015 Schools and Communities Campaign ‘Dig Where You Stand’ Scotland’s landscape and communities are rich with local stories and legends, some hundreds of years old. Dig It! 2015, the year-long celebration of Scottish archaeology, in partnership with the SISF invites everyone to unearth a treasure-trove of stories and … Continued

The Popular CBeebies show, Teacup Travels, will have a display at the Scottish Storytelling Centre from 2pm on Monday 6th July until Friday 24th July, showcasing Great Aunt Lizzie’s collection of teacups and treasures The spacious court of the Scottish Storytelling Centre will host Great Aunt Lizzie’s pride and joy: her elegant Georgian display cabinet … Continued

‘The Scottish Storytelling Centre is always an essential stop… the standard is always high and the permanent theatre is one of the nicest venues on the Fringe.’ (David Chadderton, British Theatre Guide) The home of Scotland’s Culture and Edinburgh’s year round multi–arts venue presents fourteen hand-picked productions presenting top quality spoken word, theatre, music and … Continued

The Scottish Storytelling Centre, in association with TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland) present five days of storytelling, music and dance which celebrates the unique heritage, culture, community and stories of Edinburgh’s Old Town.                Whether you are a local, a tourist, young or old, there’s enjoyment and entertainment for all as we transport you back … Continued