Fiddle, stepdance and Gaelic song exploring Scottish stepdance tradition and revival.
An immersive, compelling journey across centuries of tradition, told through fiddle, feet, Gaelic song and storytelling. This show powerfully explores how stepdance was forgotten in Scotland and kept alive in Cape Breton, and the lifelong friendship woven into its revival here.
Ground breaking new work from award-winning director Gerry Mulgrew, and Deiseil Airson Dannsa founders - dancer Alison Carlyle and musician Amy Geddes. Deiseil means 'ready' in Scottish Gaelic. Be ready for a mesmerising reflection on issues of culture, identity and connection. deiseil / dʲeʃal (sounds like jay-shal) Deiseil Airson Dannsa is Scottish Gaelic for 'Ready to Dance'. 'It feels like the warm, playful collaboration of Carlyle and Geddes embodies the spirit of stepdance. This is the most joyful show I've seen so far this Fringe. It tells an important story with the lightest of touches and doesn't put a foot wrong.' The Scotsman ***** 'Vibrant, expressive and filled with joy.' Fringe Review Recommended for all ages. Running Time: 55 mins
This event will be held at Corn Exchange, Court Street, Haddington EH41 3DS. The Corn Exchange has recently been refurbished and we have added a technical infrastructure for the stage, sound and lighting especially for live performances. This event is presented on the same level as the audience. Seats are unreserved and allocated on arrival. A selection of interval refreshments are available, and the town has several restaurants and bars. Located on Court Street, the main road through Haddington, there is free parking at the rear of the building. Access into the building is level, with accessible toilets inside. If your booking requires a wheelchair user space or you have any access requirements for your visit, please contact our box office 0131 653 5245 / boxoffice@eastlothian.gov.uk
