22nd May 2024 | |
7:30pm - 9:30pm | |
Scottish Storytelling Centre 43 - 45 High Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SR |
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£8 | |
Call 01315569579 | |
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The yellow is on the broom and a spring is in full flow, so join us for a celebration of Traveller tales and stories of journey as we head towards summer time.
A lovely evening of live storytelling in the relaxed setting of the Netherbow Theatre, where our amazing apprentice storytellers will show off their skills and explore this quarter's theme.
Hosted by Janis Mackay, with a host of new storytelling voices to be announced.
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