Sample the broad spectrum of Scotland's contemporary music scene and its impact on the global stage with our new extended playlist.
Tune in to our extended Light on the Shore with Edinburgh Gin Seaside playlist to join us a journey through the highways, byways and back lanes of Scottish music. It celebrates Scotland’s musical impact around the world and recognises visitors who have left an indelible mark.
From punk to post-punk, from new wave to no wave, from alt folk to pop folk, from ambient electronica to techno this truly eclectic season at Leith Theatre is driven by some of Scotland’s most innovative artists, curators and promoters.
Tickets go to everyone from 10.00am on Friday 4 May and priority booking for our Members opens on 12 noon on Wednesday 2 May.
Announcement made as First Minister Nicola Sturgeon visits the Philharmonie de Paris with International Festival Director Fergus Linehan.
Red Dust Road, an adaptation of poet Jackie Kay’s memoir, will be premiered at the 2019 International Festival.
Sir Ian McKellen will return to the International Festival with a new production that celebrates his 80th birthday. Tickets on sale from March 2019.
Having previously studied and worked in Edinburgh, Francesca returns to the city to join the International Festival in February 2019.