549: Scots of the Spanish Civil War

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549: Scots of the Spanish Civil War is the true story of four miners who, 80 years ago, travelled from the streets of Prestonpans to the valleys of Spain to join the International Brigade.

About 549: Scots of the Spanish Civil War

Wonder Fools
In association with The Brunton and Citizens Theatre

1936. In villages, towns and cities across Scotland, 549 lives are gradually intertwining.

2017. The country is divided. Four millennials are told a story.

549: Scots of the Spanish Civil War is the true story of four miners who, 80 years ago, travelled from the streets of Prestonpans to the valleys of Spain to join the International Brigade. They gave up everything that was familiar: for a land that was not; for a people they had never met; and for a cause they believed was right.

Tickets:
Full price £15
Standard concession £12
Under 30s / Student £10
Other concession £5

Post-show Discussion
Fri 7 Jun

Curtain raiser (short devised performances from young people)
Fri 7 Jun

Venue: T2

Age Recommendation: 14+

Note: Strictly no latecomers. Contains violence, strong language and re-enactment of war.

Supported by the National Lottery through Creative Scotland

Image by Simon Moorhouse

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