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Failure Project
by Yolanda MercyThu 15 - Fri 16 May, 8pm
Following her critically acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival, BAFTA nominee Yolanda Mercy returns with her bold new show, Failure Project.
Framework Festival 2025
Sat 17 May, 11am-6pm
A full day of workshops, panels and performances all designed to support Scotland’s newest theatre-makers.
Benji Waterhouse: You Don't Have to Be Mad to Work Here - Book Tour 2025
Sat 17 May, 8pm
Benji Waterhouse presents a fascinating insight to the world on the wards
The Rheingans Sisters
Music at the TraverseMon 19 May, 8PM
Their uniquely blended sound of fiddles, voices, feet, banjos, electric guitar, synths and the powerful bass drones of the medieval tambourin à cordes, The Rheingans Sisters remain one of the most visionary acts on the British folk scene today.
Blinded By The Light
by Sylvia Dow, Directed by Philip HowardWed 21 May, 8PM
A story of survival, of beliefs tested, of spirit and endurance, growing up and ultimately finding the light.
Mama's Broke
Music at the TraverseThu 22 May, 8pm
A powerful folk duo that deliver a compelling performance with heart and raw energy.
Quines Cast Special
Hosted by Hannah Lavery and Caitlin SkinnerFri 23 May, 8PM
Join the Quines for this one-off Quines Cast Live special as we come together to explore the role of art to the feminist movement and the role of the feminist movement in art!
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.