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Tall Tales Oscar

Join us for a special storytelling come all ye in celebration of the hilarious, mysterious or often just plain ridiculous tall tales that have been shared in the Netherbow Theatre across the years!

Tall Tales Oscar

About Tall Tales Oscar

Many of them shared by the great Jack Martin, whose memory and laughter we will honour on this special night.

So, join us for some ferocious fibs and fables performed live on stage by some of Scotland's finest storytellers!

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This is a non-competitive storytelling session. If you would like to be considered to share a 10min story please email our Reception Team or call 0131 556 9579 to register your interest.

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