Traverse Theatre
We are the Traverse - champion of stories and storytellers. The stories we share are by anyone and for everyone.
About Traverse Theatre
| 10 Cambridge Street, Edinburgh West EH1 2ED | |
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Traverse 3 is our new online venue, which will be a permanent space alongside our physical stages of Traverse 1 and 2.
As Scotland’s new writing theatre, the Traverse Theatre is a dynamic centre for performance, experience and discovery. Enabling people across society to access and engage with theatre is our fundamental mission.
Our year-round programme bursts with new stories and live performances that challenge, inform and entertain. We empower artists and audiences to make sense of the world today, providing a safe space to question, learn, empathise and – crucially – encounter different people and experiences. Conversation and the coming together of groups are central to a democratic society, and we champion equal expression and understanding.
We commission, produce and programme for existing and future audiences to offer new and exciting experiences for everyone, and our partnerships with other theatre companies and festivals enable us to present a wide range of innovative performances.
The Traverse would not exist without our over-arching passion for talent development and embracing the unexplored. We work with the newest and rawest talent – with an emphasis on the Scottish-based – nurturing it to become the art, artists and performances that can be seen on our stages through a variety of creative learning and literary programmes.
The timely, powerful stories that start life on our stages have global impact, resulting in dozens of tours, productions and translations. We are critically acclaimed and recognised the world over for our originality and artistic risk, which we hope will create some of the most talked-about plays, productions, directors, writers and actors for years to come.
As a registered Scottish charity (SC002368), we depend on donations to keep our stage doors wide open, to work with schools and community groups, to produce ambitious theatre, to keep ticket prices affordable – and to do more and better for you at our theatre in Edinburgh, sparking creativity throughout the local community and across the globe. Find out how to support our work.
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Upcoming Events at Traverse Theatre
A Play, A Pie and A Pint
A popular feature of the Traverse programme, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, Òran Mór returns in October 2024.
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Enough of Him - CANCELLED
Based on a true story, Enough of Him explores the life of Joseph Knight, an African man enslaved by plantation owner Sir John Wedderburn and brought to Scotland to serve in his Perthshire mansion.
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The Magic Lantern
The Magic Lantern, the moniker of singer-songwriter Jamie Doe, comes to the Traverse to launch his joyous and devastating fifth album ‘To Everything A Season’!
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No Love Songs
Songs taken from Kyle Falconer's hit second solo album are reimagined live on stage in this new and urgent musical, capturing the essence of love, parenthood, and the struggles that come with it.
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Bullring Techno Makeout Jamz
This play is a love letter to Birmingham, exploring Black masculinity through Beyonce lyrics, techno raves and the deeply intimate relationship between a man and his barber.
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Will Pound & Jenn Butterworth
This virtuosic duo formed as the result of a chance meeting at a folk session in 2018, and led to Will and Jenn’s music travelling around the world as a viral internet sensation.
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Bright Places
Bright Places is a darkly funny and deeply honest autobiographical story about growing up in the shadow of chronic illness.
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Run, Rebel
Pilot Theatre brings you an electrifying adaptation of Manjeet Mann’s acclaimed novel 'Run, Rebel' to the Traverse Theatre in November!
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Amy Hollinrake
Amy Hollinrake draws on women’s stories within folklore and mythology and fuses them with a contemporary sound placing her at the forefront of the new era of feminist neo-folk.
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Hannah James & Toby Kuhn
If you’re looking for warmth, honesty and musical excellence, look no further than this evening with Hannah James & Toby Kuhn at the Traverse Theatre!
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The Brenda Line
The Brenda Line, at the Traverse Theatre in November, is a story about women, love, and listening.
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The Tailor of Inverness
Fresh from a sell-out 4-week run at London’s Finborough Theatre, Matthew Zajac’s international hit show about his Polish-Ukrainian father returns.
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Bruce Molsky
Bruce Molsky is one of the most revered 'multi-hyphenated career' ambassadors for America’s old-time mountain music and you can catch him at the Traverse Theatre on 17th November!
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Ryan Young
Ryan Young is a multi award winning fiddle player injecting fresh and innovative ideas into the realm of traditional Scottish music.
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Piece of Work
Hilarious and heart breaking this remarkable road trip will delight and surprise. Catch it at the Traverse Theatre in November!
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Felicity Ward
Felicity Ward, star of ‘The Office’ (Australia), returns for her first national tour in six years and brings it to the Traverse Theatre on 23rd November!
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Ali Watson Quartet
25 year old bass player Ali Watson has recently been making waves with his quartet comprising an all star band of Glasgow musicians - Matt Carmichael, Alan Benzie and Greg Irons.
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Soundhouse: Rachel Walker & Aaron Jones
Rachel Walker and Aaron Jones celebrate songs from both the traditional and contemporary repertoire with a focus on sensitive arrangements with beautiful vocal harmony.
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Soundhouse: The Rugged Island: A Shetland Lyric
Pioneering Glasgow-born filmmaker Jenny Gilbertson directs this poignant “story documentary” about crofting families in Shetland with live score by Inge Thomson and Catriona Macdonald.
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Soundhouse: Victoria Hume
Victoria Hume will be performing songs from her new album 'Radical Abundance' and other material with long-term collaborator Chris Letcher.
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Soundhouse: Megan Black
Megan Black's music serves as a community for those seeking empowerment and positive change - one we're all invited to join!
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Soundhouse: Nicole Smit Quintet
Enjoy cool, bluesy-textured jazz from the Nicole Smit Quintet at the Traverse Theatre as part of Soundhouse Winter Festival.
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Soundhouse: McCreadie/ Stumbras/ Scanroglio/ Galeotti
For the first time since the pandemic, this group visits Scotland, for a concert that is sure to be as surprising and innovative as it is beautiful and considered.
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Soundhouse: Hannah Lavery’s Unwritten Women
Hannah Lavery's Unwritten Women is a poetic and chilling re-telling of Robert Louis Stevenson's Jekyll & Hyde, performed by Hannah Lavery with music by Kate Young.
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Soundhouse: Acolyte
Catch Acolyte, an Edinburgh-based poetic and psychedelic ensemble, at the Traverse Theatre on 1st December!
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Soundhouse: Su-a Lee & Friends
For this very special show at the Traverse Theatre, Su-a Lee will be joined by three stellar collaborators: Duncan Chisholm, Donald Shaw and Hamish Napier.
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Dominic Waxing Lyrical x Mr McFall’s Chamber - POSTPONED
Dominic Waxing Lyrical returns to the Traverse with long term collaborators Mr McFall’s Chamber on 1st December as part of The Soundhouse Winter Festival.
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Formerly St Stephen's Church, the building dates back to the 1820s.
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Leith Theatre is on its way to once again becoming a versatile and lively creative hub for Leith.
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Nicolson Square Edinburgh
Nicolson Square Edinburgh is a stunning conference and events venue in the heart of Scotland's Capital.
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The Studio Edinburgh
Capital Theatres have created an exciting multi-purpose cultural resource for the city.
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The Scottish Storytelling Centre is a vibrant arts venue with a seasonal programme of live storytelling and theatre, music, workshops and festivals.
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The Assembly Hall is a well known feature located in the heart of Edinburgh, with a memorable backdrop at the top of the city's Mound, and is a great location for holding a special event!
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The Assembly Rooms are one of Edinburgh City Centre's largest and most impressive multi-purpose unique event spaces, perfect for any occasion from conferences, dinners and performances to exhibitions!
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A theatre, studio and foyer designed by artists with young people in the heart of Greater Craigmillar.
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Gordon Aikman Lecture Theatre (formerly George Square Lecture Theatre) is a stand-alone theatre that can seat 481 delegates and features a large reception area with space for catering or bar set up.
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Discover what's on at St Margaret's, from gallery exhibitions to workshops, there is always something to get involved in!
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