3,000 Feet is the untold story of Hugh Munro, the man whose name has become synonymous with Scotland's highest mountains.

Scottish mountaineering originated in the sciences, academia and the arts. But these hill-going pioneers came across a society in the Highland glens that had only just undergone immense upheaval with far-reaching consequences. Their journeys bridged societies, language, class and culture in pursuit of the mountain summits.

While modern-day athletes test themselves against these summits, Munro's enduring list of 'Mountains Exceeding 3,000 Feet in Height' has evolved into a cultural cornerstone of modern-day Scotland, building a legacy that Munro himself could never have imagined.

In this workshop we will enjoy the explosive colour of acrylic inks, working with wet-on-wet techniques, ink droppers, paint brushes, and layering colours. We will do some experimental nature inspired drawings as well as some small landscape paintings. Come and explore the magic of this versatile medium!

Suitable for beginners and improvers. Guided tuition from local artist Sheila Chapman. (The acrylic inks may stain clothing so please don’t wear you best outfit!)

All materials provided, plus tea/coffee and biscuits.

Auntie has gathered us all to relive and celebrate our glorious shared past, but unfortunately she also has some tragic, terrible, and most pressing news. And she needs your help.

This hilarious dark comedy is the latest from Scotland’s form-defying theatre company, Disaster Plan, the formal identity for the long-term collaboration between multi-award-winning theatre makers Julia Taudevin and Kieran Hurley. Auntie Empire is an outrageous contemporary satire on Britannia and the grotesque absurdity of her imperial self-regard. Blending bouffon comedy, satire and audience interaction, Auntie Empire is a bloody, messy, hilarious and timely lampoon of the myths of nationhood.

Auntie Empire has been developed in association with Jordan & Skinner and with support from Creative Scotland, Paisley Arts Centre and One Ren.

Inspired by Frank Auerbach's 'Charcoal Heads', we'll look at the particular qualities of charcoal, this versatile drawing material that enable forms to emerge out of the darkness. Echoing Auerbach's technique, we'll construct/deconstruct our drawing in order to observe/learn selectiveness in our mark-making.

Charcoal is the simplest, most sustainable of elements to draw with and perhaps one of the most accessible to grasp. We’ll start the session by trying out various forms of charcoal (blocks, sticks, powder, compressed, etc) together with estompé and putty erasers.

All materials will be provided. Suitable for everyone (16+)

Working with charcoal can be messy so please come prepared (old shirt/apron). Please bring a folder/portfolio to take your drawing home with you.

The world-renowned Edinburgh Ceilidh Club brings you the very best in Scottish ceilidh dancing, featuring Scotland’s top ceilidh bands. Brilliant live music and dancing for everyone, from complete beginners to experienced ceilidh dancers; everyone is welcome. All the bands have a caller who will teach the dances throughout the night so everyone can get involved and have a great time. Come and experience some of Scotland’s finest culture while dancing the night away.

Come along and have fun getting to grips with the wonders of ink drawing! We will experiment with different tools for working with this exciting medium, including: sticks, brushes, droppers, and dip pens, and will create a collection of drawings of natural objects in the studio, such as plants, shells, and flowers, before working from reference photos to create a Japanese garden drawing using ink and charcoal.

Suitable for beginners, improvers and anyone interested in exploring this spontaneous and versatile medium. Ticket price includes all materials (just bring yourself!) and tea, coffee and biscuits. Please remember that ink is a messy medium which may not come out of clothes so please don’t wear your best outfit!

“A heid full ae snakes is bound tae make yae do mad hings.”

Medusa works behind the bar in Athena’s nightclub, slinging waters to the pilled-up masses. She’s popping off on social media, talking about being ‘clinically radge’, revelling in the lights and dancing in the debris - until Poseidon takes something that wasn’t his to take.

Written by Heather Marshall (Creative Electric) and directed by Jen McGregor, Medusa is a new show for theatre lovers, ravers, and people searching for queer, disabled community. Designed with access in mind, it can be experienced whatever way works for you - in the afternoon, evening or late at night, while sitting, dancing, or lying down - and tickets will be sold on a ‘pay what you can’ sliding scale. Full access information is listed below.

Evolving from Heather’s own personal experience, Medusa invites us under the prescription pad of Pre-Menstrual Dysphoric Disorder (PMDD), and the way it ravages both the physical and mental health of those it affects.

Bringing an electronic soundtrack, contemporary choreography and Scottish underground rave culture to an age-old story of misogyny, Medusa challenges our view of the ‘hormonal woman’ and complex mental health conditions.

The show will feature choreography by Sula Castle and costume design by Chanel O’Conor (Drag Race UK Season 6).

Primal Bog is the gorgeously gross new piece from Rosa Garland, creator of cult hit Trash Salad. In Primal Bog, Garland plunges headfirst into the muck in an hour of clowning, slime, and unfiltered desire that’s been hailed as “filthy and fearless” (The Telegraph) and “a masterclass in comedy” (Metro).

Part psychosexual fever-dream, part Jackass stunt, Primal Bog is “disgusting, daring and unlike anything else” (Fest) and a “thrilling showcase of comic fearlessness” (Chortle) that leaves audiences howling, gagging, and cheering in equal measure.

Already showered with acclaim, the show was featured in The New York Times’ 7 Buzziest Shows of the Fringe as well as being nominated for NextUp’s Biggest Award in Comedy and the Comedians’ Choice Award for Best Show. Rosa Garland is, in the words of Metro, a “supernova talent” and Primal Bog is her boldest, slimiest work yet.

Come into the bog; the mud’s just fine.

A whole new meaning to voicing your anxieties: the improvised comedy musical based on your worries about the future. From a dreaded work-do to an impending birth, the cast will combine your story with all of your favourite musical tropes to create a never-before (and never-again) seen show. Complete with live musical accompaniment, find out what really is the worst that could happen. But remember, after the curtain falls, don’t cry because it’s over… Smile, it might never happen.

Game Called Chat Improv are based in Scotland and the North of England. They return after a successful Fringe run, including a sellout show. This special showcase takes place at the TBC Improv UK Studio in Summerhall.

Once a month, Imogen, Summerhall Arts' Development and Producing Lead, sets aside a day for one-to-one conversations - either in person at Summerhall or online via Zoom. These 30-minute sessions offer the chance to brainstorm creative projects, discuss funding applications or simply have a bit of a blether. Open to all artists - whether you're developing a new idea, refining a proposal or just looking for some creative guidance.

Double the Teams. Double the Laughs. 100% Unscripted Fun.

Get ready for a high-octane night of improv comedy as TBC Improv UK takes the stage for an unforgettable evening of spontaneous brilliance!

Headlining the show are the pros of The TBC Improv Team, serving up fast-paced scenes, wild characters, and razor-sharp wit that’ll keep you laughing all night. Opening the evening there will be a special guest (shhh, it's a surprise!)—a dynamic troupe bringing fresh energy, fearless play, and boundless creativity to the stage.

Expect bold choices, unpredictable twists, and the kind of joyful chaos only live improv can deliver. It’s a double-header packed with top-tier comedy talent—come for the laughs, stay for the surprises, and leave grinning ear to ear.

Doors at 19:00

It's all about drawing!

An initial block of 4 x 2hr foundational workshops designed to build drawing muscle through a series of weekly exercises. These exploratory sessions will broaden your scope and uncover possibilities. We'll be experimenting with different materials and techniques to keep you on your toes! Together, we'll review our work at the end of each session.

Suitable for all (beginners through to experienced) who'd like to expand their mark-making alphabet and energise their drawing.

All materials will be provided.

The classes will take place on:

29th January

5th February

12th February

19th February

Following a sold-out show at Leith Depot, The Rhinestone Cowboy is a brand-new play written and performed by Leith-based poet Hjarta and co-produced with musician Harry Bongo. This darkly humorous, raw and emotive one-woman show charts the life of a young man’s tumultuous journey from Scotland to Iceland.

Based on a true story and produced by a real-life mother and son duo, the production exposes the ravages of schizophrenia through a blistering trip from Auld Reekie to the Land of Fire and Ice. Written as a tribute to its lead character, Dan The Man, the work celebrates a bright young man with a glittering start to a new life in a bold new country, whose humour and charm masked the demons that lived in his head.

Featuring a pulsating electronic score with music from contemporary Scottish and Icelandic artists, diverse original sound design, and bold visual projections, the production delivers a visceral, high-octane backdrop to capture a chameleon-like life with a sharp focus.

The Rhinestone Cowboy poses a difficult question: ‘should we be allowed the choice to take our own life if we are living a life of pain, even if it leaves behind a wave of grief?’

2for1 tickets for a limited time only!

Introducing Tierhaus, Edinburgh’s space for music and dance lovers.

Inspired by seminal 90s electronic music culture, Tierhaus aims to bring together the Haçienda, Rezurrection, the Love Parade (just to name a few), and bring the communal spirit of 90s rave and dance music culture into 2026. Expect soulful, groovey house music rooted in 90s club culture with driving basslines and vocal hooks built for long, ecstastic moments, all in a unique setting at the heart of Edinburgh’s infamous Summerhall arts complex.

Headlining our first iteration is Steve Hellier, original member of Death in Vegas, and current owner of Discrete Records, a house-based record label from London. Expect a deep, driving set that nods to the era where rave, acid and experimental dance music collided, while still feeling firmly rooted in the present.

Warming things up is Kieran Tahir, serving a funky set designed to ease dancers into the space and set the tone for a long night on the floor - guaranteed to fill the floor.

The event takes place in Summerhall’s Dissection Room, a former veterinary anatomy theatre where animals were once examined and studied, now transformed into one of the city’s most striking performance spaces. Now a hub for experimental arts, music and performance, Summerhall has become synonymous with boundary-pushing programming and unconventional venues. This night taps directly into that spirit: a rave rooted in history, culture and space.

This is a safe space. We will not tolerate any form of discrimitation. If you feel uncomfortable or notice an unpleasant situation, do not hesitate to contact our team.

Vibrant Viki’s Messy Art Club is a lively, hands-on creative experience designed especially for children under five who love to explore, play, and get wonderfully messy.

Each session invites little artists into a colourful world where imagination comes first and perfection doesn’t matter, only curiosity, confidence, and fun. Children are encouraged to experiment with texture, colour, and movement through a wide range of sensory art activities. From squishy paint play and bubbly foam creations to glittery collages and nature-inspired crafts, every moment is designed to spark joy and discovery.

Rotating themes each week along with a new storybook that fits theme keep the sessions fresh and engaging, allowing children to build new skills and explore new ideas every time they attend.

Mess is celebrated, creativity is encouraged, and children are free to express themselves in a safe, fun environment.

So come along and let’s get messy!

Save 10% on each session by purchasing all 6 weeks together.

A Siren Theatre Company and Scissor Kick production, written by Emma Lynne Harley.

Walking on Eggshells is the autobiographical crack at Post Traumatic Stress Disorder you won’t see coming. Britney Spears meets neuroscience, eggs, sci-fi, cabaret and theoretical physics to ask: What does it mean to truly “move on'' after the end of an abusive relationship? And do YOU believe in life after love? Walking on Eggshells is a theatrical celebration of survival and a humorous insight into living and navigating relationships with Complex PTSD.