Living Heritage Discovery Day
All-day celebration of the very best in the Traditional Arts
Venues: Potterrow – Traverse Theatre – Scottish Storytelling Centre – The Cameo
Categories: Main music programme – Film – Storytelling Centre Events – Lecture/talk – Livestream – Workshop – Session – Ceilidh – Family Friendly
All-day celebration of the very best in the Traditional Arts
Theatrical retelling of Wilhelm Hauff classic fairy tale
An afternoon of song sharing and learning for younger singers
Learn about the rich tradition of Scots culture
Gaelic culture and community session
Workshop open to all abilities, covering the essential Gaelic song types
Learn more about Gaelic’s central role in defining the Traditional Arts in Scotland
Ancient myth, contemporary storytelling, post-folk music and physical artistry
Find out what makes a story traditional
Relaxed drop-in session feateuring songs, music, poems and stories
A fresh perspective from Claire Frances MacNeil
Try your hand at this most practical craft
Become a wizard with willow
Discover the roots of contemporary crafting
Songs and stories from beyond the grave
Lively lecture demystifying Scottish traditional dance
An immersive moonlit performance for babies 5–18 months and their grown-ups
Hebridean home movies from the 20th century with live score
Two day workshop for musicians willing to improvise and try something new
Storytelling and craft session celebrating the Beltane festival
Classic Aly Bain film tracing connections with Scottish traditional music across North America
Two more Douglas Eadie films including the classic Gaelic language film about the theft of the Stone of Destiny
Our day to celebrate Douglas Eadie kicks off with Haston, a documentary about the mercurial mountaineer
Tribute to Federico García Lorca
Follow in the footsteps of Patrick Geddes
Popular session for musicians who would like to improve their stage chat
Inclusive games and stories, suitable for all ages
Live performance by filmmaker/storytellers
Gripping true story about important archeological finds
A warm invitation to enjoy some storytelling ancient and modern