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Tosca in the National Gallery of Scotland
18 May 2012Throughout May, Scottish Opera have been touring alongside their full-scale production of Tosca a "perfect introduction for anyone new to opera". A Little Bit of Tosca follows the fortunes of famed opera diva Floria Tosca as she battles to save her lover - and herself - from the dangerous schemes of Police Chief Scarpia.
2008: Macbeth - constructing one man's downfall
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There have been many productions of Macbeth staged at the Festival down the years – from the first, an in-the-round performance at the Assembly Hall by the Old Vic Company in 1954 to an ambitious rendition on Inchcolm Island in the Firth of Forth in 1989 – but few have been on the scale of this year’s production 2008: Macbeth by TR Warszawa.
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The bells! The bells!
15 May 2012Bells. Clanging, chiming, and pealing. When it comes to inspired themes for great concerts bells aren’t perhaps the most obvious choice for an evening of beautiful music. We at the Festival took it upon ourselves to rise to that challenge and created an evening of that will certainly take its toll (sorry!) but in a very good way.
The LSO and Classics in the Open Air
11 May 2012Outdoor concerts are always pretty special - the scale, the geography and, of course, that many people in one place can't help but make the atmosphere electric.
Tweets and photographs from the INsider party, 2 May
3 May 2012We've Storified some of the Tweets and photographs from our INsider party, held at The Hub on 2 May. INsider is our membership scheme for people in their 20s and 30s who are into opera, music, dance and theatre.
Job vacancy: Ticket Services Assistant
2 May 2012Hub Tickets is now recruiting for several exciting positions within the Ticket Services Team.
They are seeking enthusiastic, customer orientated staff to work as Ticket Services Assistants in the busy ticketing operation for the Edinburgh International Festival and other events.
Applicants should have experience working with the public, preferably in the field of arts / entertainment, and previous box office experience is desirable.
For more information visit our jobs page.
Tokyo event celebrates Japanese artists and culture at Festival 2012
27 April 2012At a special event held today at the British Embassy in Tokyo this week celebrating the presence of the Musicians of the Imperial Household Agency and Tadashi Suzuki and the Suzuki Company of Toga at the Festival this year, the Director of the Edinburgh International Festival Jonathan Mills will also reflect on the contribution of Japanese culture to the distinguished 65 year history of one of the world’s most successful Festivals.
Edinburgh International Festival Director Jonathan Mills said:
World Shakespeare Festival at Edinburgh International Festival 2012
20 April 2012The World Shakespeare Festival opens Monday 23 April and the UK gets sets for its largest celebration of Shakespeare. Three stunning, contrasting takes on Shakespeare at Festival 2012 form a key part of the World Shakespeare Festival in Scotland. Tickets are on sale for the Edinburgh International Festival’s contribution to the event bringing international perspectives and magnificent productions to Edinburgh this summer.
INsider party details announced
19 April 2012Edinburgh International Festival celebrate the return of INsider at an exclusive party hosted by the Festival in association with The Skinny
INsider is a special membership programme offering enthusiasts of theatre, opera, music and dance in their 20s and 30s a chance to peek behind the curtain of the Festival. A year’s membership costs just £25 and will open up access to preview performances, discounts on performances, INvitations to VIP parties and behind the scenes opportunities.
Edinburgh International Festival in Paris
13 April 2012The long and rich links between France and Scotland, the Auld Alliance, and the strong French presence at the Edinburgh International Festival 2012 were celebrated by the Festival’s Director Jonathan Mills at a special event in Paris on Thursday 12 April.
At the British Embassy, Paris Festival Director Jonathan Mills also celebrated the 65th anniversary of the Festival and reflected on the wealth of French artists who have appeared at the Festival throughout its rich history.
Leading figures from the French arts and cultural scene joined Jonathan at the event.
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