Opening Event
An Edinburgh International Festival production. Produced by Pinwheel.
More details coming soon.
Step into a transcendent realm inspired by Scotland’s history, mythology and landscape. Edinburgh is built on layers of stories. We welcome you to a hidden world which exists under the surface – tucked away within the seven hills, buried deep in the vaults and tunnels beneath the castle, written in the skyline.
This extraordinary Edinburgh, that we sense – in the cracks in the cobbles, in the shadow of the crags or tucked down the closes and wynds – excites the collective power of the possible and emboldens us to create change.
Join us to revel in the richness of our heritage, to celebrate the spirit of this place and to establish new rituals that strengthen our connection to one another and our place in the world. Together we will weave new myths to sit alongside Scotland’s old legends and greatest stories.
Production company Pinwheel creates breathtaking events which inspire curiosity, spark imagination and transform familiar spaces. It brings together mass audiences to share communal experiences which always have a relevance and a resonance for the place and people.
This large-scale event in the opening weekend marks a new chapter in our Festival tradition. Full details and tickets will be announced closer to the event.
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TICKET PRICES AND CONCESSIONS
D/deaf, disabled and neurodivergent people and under 18s are entitled to a 50% concession discount.
A limited amount of £10 Affordable Tickets are available for every event in the programme for those who need them. Enter promo code INVITED at checkout to claim this offer. Subject to availability, no proof of eligibility required. £10 Affordable Tickets work on a trust basis and we hope that these will only be chosen by people who need them.
Arts workers and under 30s are entitled to a 30% concession discount. Proof of eligibility may be requested at venues.
All concessions are subject to availability. Ticket prices may vary from previously published prices.
YOUNG CHILDREN POLICY
We adhere to each venue’s individual policy and advise that you contact our box office for further information before booking tickets. We will include age guidance on relevant performances.
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.
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