The Storytelling Festival always takes place with the change of the seasons, with the clocks going back, the nights getting darker and the harsher weather all providing the perfect backdrop for tales of the mysterious and supernatural in celebration of All Hallow’s Eve. Daily visits down to the Edinburgh Vaults with Mercat Tours at 4pm … Continued

Founding father of the historical novel, Sir Walter Scott, released Waverley 200 years ago, unleashing an enticing tale of adventure, romance, conflict and journey, inviting readers to travel back into a vibrantly illuminated past. Generations have enjoyed his works, countless have been inspired by his penmanship (over 90 operas for example take their cue from … Continued

Great comedy gives me hope, helps me feel less alone because laughter can be recognition of one person’s experience being so similar to yours. I’ve always felt like something of a misfit but comedy helps me feel like I belong.’ (Juliette Burton) Juliette Burton’s Look at Me received critical acclaim and sold out almost every … Continued

View the ONLINE PROGRAMME Fiona Hyslop, Cabinet Secretary for Culture and External Affairs was entertained by storyteller David Francis and clarsach player Rachel Newton as they launched the programme for the 2014 Scottish International Storytelling Festival. The 2014 Scottish International Storytelling Festival begins on 24 October and runs for ten days until the 2 November.  … Continued

The team behind Reel Festivals (Reel Syria, Reel Iraq and Reel Afghanistan) are ushering in in a new era as they shed their ‘Reel’ and become ‘Highlight Arts’ To celebrate, they are hosting a launch event on October 2nd at the Scottish Storytelling Centre – the home of Scotland’s culture – featuring live music, film … Continued

The Celtic Summer School, organised by TRACS (Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland) and held at the Scottish Storytelling Centre from Friday 1 August to Friday 8 August, promises a unique, educational experience of all things Scottish. The inspiration for the week-long programme, featuring seven Overview sessions and nine Exploration sessions, is taken from the open … Continued

The fifth Edinburgh International Magic Festival brings the most innovative and talented performers from all over the world to Edinburgh for eight days of abracadabra, and the Scottish Storytelling Centre is proud to play host, as it has done every year, to a stellar line-up of bibbity bobbity boo action. This year magic collides with … Continued

A fortnight of engrossing storytelling sessions exploring the fascinating medieval warriors of 1314 who changed the path of Scotland’s history forever. Activities kick off tonight as Calum Lykan hosts the Centre’s monthly session Café Voices with Traditional Scottish Tales. An Audience with Bannockburn is a commemorative celebration for the 700th anniversary and the Centre’s Court space … Continued

Get in the Flow with traditional arts and culture When did you stop singing, dancing and being enchanted by stories? Rediscover imagination’s power to enliven and transform. Develop your skills in storytelling, music and dance and enjoy exploring how these traditional artforms, when combined, create an even richer cultural experience for both the performers and … Continued

The Traditional Dance Forum of Scotland (TDFS) seeks a Coordinator who can work on a freelance basis to carry forward the Forum’s development and promotion of traditional dance in Scotland. With experience in administration and basic marketing, you will be based mainly in the offices of Traditional Arts and Culture Scotland (TRACS) in the Old … Continued