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Stories on the Way: When Yellow’s On the Broom

Come and enjoy live storytelling in the relaxed setting of the Netherbow Theatre on 22nd May, where our amazing apprentice storytellers will show off their skills!

Stories on the Way: When Yellow’s On the Broom

About Stories on the Way: When Yellow’s On the Broom

22nd May 2024
7:30pm - 9:30pm
Scottish Storytelling Centre
43 - 45 High Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SR
£8
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The yellow is on the broom and a spring is in full flow, so join us for a celebration of Traveller tales and stories of journey as we head towards summer time.

A lovely evening of live storytelling in the relaxed setting of the Netherbow Theatre, where our amazing apprentice storytellers will show off their skills and explore this quarter's theme.

Hosted by Janis Mackay, with a host of new storytelling voices to be announced.

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