National Storytelling Week (Sat 31 Jan to Sun 8 Feb) was set up by the Society for Storytelling 15 years ago and aims to promote the oral tradition of storytelling; celebrating our most ancient art form. From recounting something that’s happened in your day, reading a bedtime story to a child or watching a plot … Continued
Looking forward to spring, the Scottish Storytelling Centre has teamed up with performance storyteller, Xanthe Gresham Knight and textile artist, Gillian Cooper to celebrate Neolithic sun Goddesses, bringing a new angle to the subject through performance and fabric. “The connections between Unsung Muses and Her – Forging the lines of Brigid are fascinating’ says Gillian. … Continued
On behalf of the Scottish Storytelling Forum, it is with very deep sadness that I have to report the sudden death of Andy Hunter. Andy was super fit – walking and cycling everywhere, but was unfortunately unaware that, for some time, he had had an underlying heart condition which led to his completely unexpected and … Continued
Last week the Scottish Storytelling Centre and many other traditional arts organisations were saddened to hear the news that Sheila Stewart – the last of the Stewarts Of Blair – passed away (Tuesday 9 December, 2014) after a short illness. Sheila was a stalwart of the Scottish tradition with her contribution as both a wonderful … Continued
Strange Town – dubbed “Edinburgh’s startlingly gifted young company” by respected critic Joyce McMillan, enable young people to fulfil their creative potential, showcasing these talents at the Scottish Storytelling Centre twice a year. Their December programme of Christmas inspired shows are always imaginatively quirky with new twists on classic fables for the festive season. To … Continued
Showcase & celebrate Scotland’s traditional arts and the characters that have enriched the traditional scene. Following on from fantastic activities last year, a special weekend of events at the Scottish Storytelling Centre will mark Scotland’s national day. Events marking St Andrew’s Day at the Centre are part of the Year of Homecoming and are supported … Continued
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
TRACS (Traditional Arts & Culture Scotland, SCIO SC043009) is a co-operative network which champions our shared traditions of music, song, storytelling, dance, crafts, customs and local languages. TRACS brings together the Traditional Music Forum (SCIO SC042867), the Scottish Storytelling Forum (SCIO SC052330) and the Traditional Dance Forum of Scotland (SCIO SC045085). Together we celebrate the local distinctiveness of Scotland’s places: our intangible cultural heritage. TRACS and the Forums have their registered office at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, 43-45 High Street, Edinburgh EH1 1SR.
