Here you can discover previous International Festival events
The R.A.P (Rhythm and Poetry) Party is a unique, vibrant live literature event inspired by hip-hop culture and hosted by Inua Ellams. Joining the party are a floor-filling selection of poets.
Semyon Bychkov conducts Mahler and Shostakovich
Mahler's bright and sunny Fourth Symphony is paired with Shostakovich’s witty, incisive Second Piano Concerto.
MacMillan Scottish Premieres
The Scottish composer’s tumultuous Woman of the Apocalypse and the sonic spectacle and riotous fun of A Scotch Bestiary.
with the Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Unforgettable orchestral classics and 400,000 fireworks launched from Edinburgh’s iconic Castle make this one of the biggest fireworks concerts in the world.
Hallé and Martyn Brabbins
The Hallé return with one of Elgar’s greatest, and most neglected, achievements: The Kingdom.
Lars Vogt replaces Jeremy Denk for a programme of Brahms, Janacek and Beethoven.
Intricate songcraft, virtuoso fingerpicking and ear-catching melodic electronica combine in Villagers' astonishing music.
Free Outdoor Event
The LA Phil play music from the Golden Age of Hollywood by Korngold, Herrmann, Waxman and a selection by John Williams.
This event has been cancelled due to unforeseen scheduling issues.
Scottish Ballet / Helen Pickett / Peter Salem
Based on the play by Arthur Miller, a brand-new narrative ballet, given its world premiere at the International Festival as one of the highlights of Scottish Ballet’s 50th anniversary year.
Steven Osborne takes the place of Beatrice Rana with a programme of Messiaen and Schubert.
Mahler: Symphony No 2 ‘Resurrection’
The exceptional orchestra launch the 2019 Usher Hall Series with one of the grandest and most gripping of symphonies.
Théâtre des Bouffes du Nord / William Christie / Robert Carsen / Ian Burton
Théâtre des Champs-Elysées / Jérémie Rhorer / Laurent Pelly