The Scottish Storytelling Centre on the Royal Mile opened to the public in May 2006, giving a beautiful and contemporary focus to the recent renaissance the ancient artform of storytelling has been enjoying in Scotland. Housing a theatre, exhibitions and a welcoming cafe, it's a lovely spot to stop and soak up some of the literary culture present in Edinburgh.
The Storytelling Centre now acts as a central point for information about Scotland's stories: you can book your own storyteller, or you can attend one of the many events held at, or run by, the Centre. From storytelling sessions in the cafe to afternoons of tales and songs, there is plenty to choose from - just check the What's On overview of their upcoming events, or visit the Centre's Events page directly.
Scottish Storytelling Centre
43-45 High Street
Edinburgh
EH1 1SR
www.scottishstorytellingcentre.co.uk
opening hours: 10am to 6pm Monday to Saturday.
In July and August also Sun 12 to 6pm
Festival
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The Scottish Storytelling Centre hosts The Scottish International Storytelling Festival, Scotland's annual celebration of traditional and contemporary storytelling. The Festival brings together artists and audiences from Scotland and beyond in entertaining and inspiring live storytelling performances, thought-provoking talks, workshops and discussions and fun family activities. |
Storytellers in Scotland
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In the Centre's national directory you will find information on over 100 professional storytellers living and working in Scotland. All directory storytellers are approved by the Scottish Storytelling Forum and hold an Enhanced Disclosure certificate. Community storytellers - those who may not describe themselves as such, but who pass on a community's sense of itself and its past - are also an important part of the storytelling network. If you would like information on storytellers in your community please contact Esther Blackburn
National Storytelling Coordinator
esther@scottishstorytellingcentre.com
tel: +44 (0)131 652 3272 |
Training
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The Scottish Storytelling Centre is the foremost provider of CPD-accredited storytelling training for educational professionals and awards the first PDU in Storytelling Skills in partnership with Newbattle Abbey College. The Scottish Storytelling Centre's training and development activity is grounded in a true philosophy of education. The aim is to 'bring out', affirm, encourage and develop people's latent potential. To achieve this, the Centre offers a wide range of opportunities for those wishing to develop their storytelling skills, whatever their age or ability, whether for fun or to bring new skills to their professional and community lives. |