Cécile McLorin Salvant: Ogresse
The UK premiere of Ogresse, a new musical journey of myth and song created by Grammy® Award-winner Cécile McLorin Salvant.
She falls in love. She eats the guy. She dies.
Jazz meets theatre in the song cycle Ogresse, telling the story of a lovesick, ravenous monster who lives in a forest. Salvant drew inspiration from eclectic sources: from a Haitian goddess to the true story of Sarah Baartman – a South African woman exhibited as so-called freakshow attraction in 19th-century Europe.
The narrative of Ogresse resonates in contemporary dialogues about racism, sexism, colonialism and power dynamics. Salvant’s score journeys through 17 songs that blend folk, Baroque, jazz and country. Singing from shifting perspectives, Salvant performs the full work, joined by a 13-piece orchestra of multi-instrumentalists. This is a dark and poignant fairy tale from an original and imaginative composer.
a stunningly original epic that draws on myriad musical genres
Booking guidance
Ticket prices are inclusive of fees. In line with our commitment to environmental sustainability, we would encourage you to opt for electronic tickets, however, if you choose to receive your tickets by post, a £2 charge will be applied.
Ticket prices and concessions
Ticket prices may vary from previously published prices.
Low income benefit recipients, students, under 26s, arts workers, D/deaf and disabled people are entitled to a 30% concession discount. Under 18s get 50% off tickets. All concessions are subject to availability. Proof of eligibility may be requested at venues.
Your safety
The Festival will follow Scottish Government and City of Edinburgh Council health and safety recommendations at all times to ensure the safety of our audiences, artists and team. Please continue to check our Visit Us page for the latest COVID-19 safety measures at the International Festival.
Ticket exchanges & refunds
No refunds will be given except in the event of cancellation of a performance. Tickets may be exchanged up to 48 hours before a performance to another performance of the same show, subject to availability. A £1.50 fee per ticket exchanged will be charged. Ticket prices may vary from previously purchased prices.
We have partnered with Secure My Booking to offer optional ticket protection for all Edinburgh International Festival events. Our ticket protection allows you to recoup 100% of the paid ticket price (including any fees) if you are unable to attend your event for any number of covered reasons, including illness, travel delays, adverse weather conditions and more. For more information, please visit securemybooking.com.