About Us
The Edinburgh International Festival brings audiences and artists together from all over the world
For three weeks in August, Scotland’s capital becomes an unparalleled celebration of the performing arts and an annual meeting point for people of all nations. Every year, the International Festival present a programme featuring finest performers and ensembles from the worlds of dance, opera, music and theatre.
But our impact extends beyond the annual brochure. Our community learning and engagement, and professional development programmes run throughout the year, reaching the widest possible audiences and contributing to the cultural and social life of Edinburgh and Scotland.
Cecilia Bartoli at the curtain call of Norma during the 2016 International Festival
Photo: Mihaela Bodlovic
Boy Blue Entertainment perform Blak Whyte Gray at the 2017 International Festival
Photo: Beth Chalmers
Wu Hsing-Kuo performs King Lear during the 2011 International Festival
Sigur Ros performing live at the 2016 International Festival
Photo: Mihaela Bodlovic
The cast of Die Walküre take a bow during the 2017 International Festival
Photo: Beth Chalmers