Sheep Stanes is a storytelling show intertwining live fiddle music and folktales from North Ronaldsay, exploring themes of connection, loss, and belonging. Inspired by personal research on the island's landscape and traditions, the performance invites audiences into a conversation rooted in cultural and environmental significance, celebrating community and heritage through storytelling.

Jumana Moon and Dawud Duncan present a live oral storytelling adaptation of "The Conference of the Birds," a 12th-century Farsi masterpiece. Blending traditional Scottish music with timeless themes, their performance at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival aims to foster cultural understanding and celebrate humanity's shared experiences through storytelling.

Jumana Moon and Dawud Duncan present a live oral storytelling adaptation of "The Conference of the Birds," a 12th-century Farsi masterpiece. Blending traditional Scottish music with timeless themes, their performance at the Scottish International Storytelling Festival aims to foster cultural understanding and celebrate humanity's shared experiences through storytelling.

"Come Dee Wis: Shetland Stories, Sangs an Tunes is a vibrant performance celebrating island life through fiddle music, songs, and traditional crafts in the newly official Shaetlan language. Featuring artists Claire White and Robbie Leask, the show blends traditional and contemporary narratives, reflecting Shetland's rich cultural heritage."

Franziska Droll and Mollie Davis present an immersive performance blending Black Forest folklore and Scottish Highland myths. The show features storytelling and music centered on mythical creatures, inviting audience interaction and reflection on humanity's connection to nature. Celebrated in the Scottish International Storytelling Festival, it emphasizes the importance of live storytelling today.

Warrior/Poet merges ancient Celtic myth with eco-resistance, focusing on the Pollok Free State protests and the legend of Mad Sweeney. Storyteller David Hughes emphasizes personal experiences and community ties, expressing the evolving nature of storytelling. The performance encourages active audience participation, aiming to foster connection and cultural awareness.

Finnish duo Riikka Palonen and Satu Lankinen present heartfelt narratives honoring extraordinary cows and the women who care for them. Their performances blend storytelling, music, and ancient cattle calls, portraying resilience and connection to tradition. These works aim to highlight the significance of stories and foster a vibrant storytelling community.

The Scottish International Storytelling Festival celebrates the Year of the Horse with performances by storytellers Tony Bonning and Allison Galbraith, sharing tales of horses, including kelpies and Clydesdales. Bonning's journey of storytelling, combining adventure and resilience, aims to inspire audiences to embrace their heroic journeys in life.