Belgium’s Theatre4mains presented "Cheeky Zippy Violette" at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, skillfully performed by Gwladys Lefeuvre. The show entertains children while addressing themes of death and loss through playful storytelling. Lefeuvre's whimsical character and engaging interactions make for a captivating and memorable theater experience for young audiences.
"It Would Be a Shame If You Missed Out," directed by Jetse Batelaan, is a unique, chaotic production at The Traverse Theatre as part of the Edinburgh International Children's Festival. The play humorously explores themes of social exclusion and belonging through the lens of a party-like setting, blending absurdity and poignancy with skillful performances.
Tim Crouch's "Toto Kerblammo!" is an innovative theatre piece at The Studio Theatre that explores the emotional journey of a child, Effy, and her dog amid loss and uncertainty. The production combines minimalistic staging and headphone-aided storytelling to immerse young audiences in a dreamlike narrative, highlighting the bond between Effy and Toto.
Boys Don’t Dance, choreographed by Marc Brew, explores identity through movement, blending personal memory and societal pressure. The performance is marked by dynamic partnerships, innovative choreography, and a commitment to inclusivity, providing a compelling narrative about evolving self-expression.
Mirkids, performed at The Studio Theatre, captivates young audiences with its innovative choreography and visual storytelling. Featuring eight dancers in a cylindrical structure, the piece invites interpretation through movement and mirrors, encouraging imagination while balancing gentle humor and striking visuals. A unique addition to the Edinburgh International Children's Festival.
Two men need to look after a tiny seed; it is their job to nurture this small life and help it blossom. But as every new parent knows, this is no easy task.Co-produced with Catherine Wheels, in association with Randers Teater, In Time is a playful, gentle, and highly visual show that, through humour and absurdist touches, … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival – A Chat with Andy Manley, co-creator of In Time with Teater Refleksion, and De Røde Heste
Boys Don’t Dance is a poignant dance theatre show by award-winning queer and disabled choreographer Marc Brew, reflecting on his journey as a boy who defied society’s expectations to embrace his love for dance. The performance unfolds through a tapestry of memories, shedding light on the loneliness of being the only boy in a rural … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival – A Chat with Marc Brew, creator of Boys Don’t Dance
Created by Hayley Earlam, Brrr will be presented at Edinburgh International Children’s Festival before transferring to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe as part of the Made in Scotland Showcase. If you wouldn’t mind giving us an introduction to yourself, the creatives involved in the show, and the show itself. My name is Hayley Earlam and I’m … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival – A Chat with Hayley Earlam, creator of Brrr
Written by Ross MacKay, directed by Joe Douglas and produced by Scottish Theatre Producers, Cringe is presented at Edinburgh International Children’s Festival in association with Imaginate with support from OneRen. If you wouldn’t mind giving us an introduction to yourself, the creatives involved in the show, and the show itself. My name is Ross MacKay, … Continue reading Have a Gander at The Edinburgh International Children’s Festival – A Chat with Ross Mackay, writer of Cringe
Toto Kerblammo!, directed by Tim Crouch, is an immersive play for ages 10 and up, blending live action and award-winning binaural sound to explore themes of love and despair through the story of a girl and her dog. Audiences don headphones, enhancing the emotional experience as they witness a narrative about hope and healing.
