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

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

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