What's on
List of Series
List of Events
Edinburgh International Children's Festival 2025
Sat 24 May - Sun 1 Jun
This year the Edinburgh International Children’s Festival celebrates its 35th year with an exciting line up of performances
Martin Hayes
Music at the TraverseMon 2 Jun, 8PM
One of the most significant talents to emerge in the world of Irish traditional music.
Every Brilliant Thing
by Duncan MacMillan with Jonny DonahoeWed 4 - Sat 7 Jun, 8PM
A play about depression and the lengths we go to for those we love.
LEAR
by Ramesh Meyyappan, Directed by Orla O'Loughlin–
This contemporary re-imagining of Shakespeare’s King Lear will bring Ramesh Meyyappan’s fearless, visual storytelling.
Critics Awards for Theatre in Scotland 2025
Sun 8 Jun, 3:30PM
Awards for the best of Scottish theatre, as judged by the critics.
Firelight Trio
Music at the TraverseTue 10 Jun, 8PM
They play European music that is evocative, inventive, and endlessly exciting.
Finding Balance - Scratch Night
Hosted by David Gardner and Benedict HoeslWed 11 Jun, 6:30PM
An exciting night of fresh, bold storytelling showcasing works-in-progress from emerging talents.
Soundhouse: Sian
Music at the TraverseWed 11 Jun, 8PM
Their arrangements match deep feeling for tradition with stunning, boldly imaginative harmony work.
Lacunas Music Society - love loss data
Music at the TraverseThu 12 Jun, 8PM
Love Loss Data - beautiful songs and evocative music, spoken word and arresting visuals.
Positive Stories Festival
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A weekend of performances from the young people involved in Positive Stories For Negative Times!
Livin' on a Prayer
Written and directed by James Beagon–
A divine mystery exploring life, death and the paths we choose between the two.
In The Cult of Work
by Daniel Orejon, directed by Catherine Ward-Stoddart–
A surreal adventure of toxic friendship, the hurry to grow-up and the bushes who just want to burn.