East meets West at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival
Scotland is a country renowned for its literature, among other national accomplishments, and this autumn offers a chance to experience the best of Scottish literature old and new in the country's dynamic capital, as the Scottish International Storytelling Festival returns to Edinburgh.
Taking place every year at the end of October on Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, this acclaimed event is a celebration of classic and contemporary storytelling, offering attendees the chance to hear readings and participate in workshops aimed at exploring the literary form.
There are also events geared towards younger festival-goers, particularly Tell-a-Story Day, which offers a chance for all the family to get their creative juices flowing. Meet the Storyteller events are also a chance for fans to interact with some of their literary heroes and inspirations, or attend film screenings and enjoy exclusive festival suppers.
The festival is always a popular one, drawing visitors in not just from Scotland, but from countries all over the world as well.. Naturally, the festival aims to educate on matters involving all regions of Scotland to give a fuller flavour of the proud nation - from the Highlands to the Lowlands and everywhere in between.
However, despite being based in Scotland and having a heavy slant on Scottish writers, the festival lives up to its 'International' moniker too, with several days of the calendar being devoted to nations as diverse as Sweden, India, Malaysia and Japan as part of the festival's Eastern Routes: Authentic Voices theme, analysing where some Scottish writers ended up on their travels and the cultural lessons they brought back with them.
These events combine and contrast the written and oral storytelling traditions of Eastern and Western cultures, and analyse how myriad cultures can work together in a melting pot of novel ideas. The festival even concludes with a special event on 31 October to mark All Hallow's Eve and invite audiences to get involved in a multicultural Halloween experience in one of the world's most reputedly haunted cities.
Taking flights to Edinburgh this autumn can be the perfect chance to see some of the finest national and international talent performing before intimate crowds, both at the festival's central venue, the Scottish Storytelling Centre, and other nearby locations, such as historic John Knox's House. The Festival on Tour sections of the event's itinerary also aim to take the festival experience beyond its duration, as it leaves a lasting impression in the minds of visitors.
Disclaimer: The information contained within this article is the opinion of the author and is intended purely for information and interest purposes only. It should not be used to make any decisions or take any actions. Any links are included for information purposes only.
Taking place every year at the end of October on Edinburgh's historic Royal Mile, this acclaimed event is a celebration of classic and contemporary storytelling, offering attendees the chance to hear readings and participate in workshops aimed at exploring the literary form.
There are also events geared towards younger festival-goers, particularly Tell-a-Story Day, which offers a chance for all the family to get their creative juices flowing. Meet the Storyteller events are also a chance for fans to interact with some of their literary heroes and inspirations, or attend film screenings and enjoy exclusive festival suppers.
The festival is always a popular one, drawing visitors in not just from Scotland, but from countries all over the world as well.. Naturally, the festival aims to educate on matters involving all regions of Scotland to give a fuller flavour of the proud nation - from the Highlands to the Lowlands and everywhere in between.
However, despite being based in Scotland and having a heavy slant on Scottish writers, the festival lives up to its 'International' moniker too, with several days of the calendar being devoted to nations as diverse as Sweden, India, Malaysia and Japan as part of the festival's Eastern Routes: Authentic Voices theme, analysing where some Scottish writers ended up on their travels and the cultural lessons they brought back with them.
These events combine and contrast the written and oral storytelling traditions of Eastern and Western cultures, and analyse how myriad cultures can work together in a melting pot of novel ideas. The festival even concludes with a special event on 31 October to mark All Hallow's Eve and invite audiences to get involved in a multicultural Halloween experience in one of the world's most reputedly haunted cities.
Taking flights to Edinburgh this autumn can be the perfect chance to see some of the finest national and international talent performing before intimate crowds, both at the festival's central venue, the Scottish Storytelling Centre, and other nearby locations, such as historic John Knox's House. The Festival on Tour sections of the event's itinerary also aim to take the festival experience beyond its duration, as it leaves a lasting impression in the minds of visitors.
Disclaimer: The information contained within this article is the opinion of the author and is intended purely for information and interest purposes only. It should not be used to make any decisions or take any actions. Any links are included for information purposes only.
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