Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at Canongate Kirk

Spoken Word (poetry)

  • Canongate Kirk - Canongate Kirk
  • 13:15
  • Aug 14
  • 1 hour
  • Suitability: 8+
  • Country: United Kingdom - Scotland
  • Group: Christine De Luca and Elspeth Murray (poets) Katharine Wake (flute)
  • Warnings and additional info: None
  • Accessibility:
    Audio enhancement system
    May not apply to all performances. You'll find more information about accessibile performances and how to book tickets in the accessibility tab below.
  • Babes in arms policy: Babies are not allowed in the venue
  • Policy applies to: Children under 2 years
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Description

Refuge and the road home. The poets Christine De Luca and Elspeth Murray, in combination with Katharine Wake (flute), make a welcome return to the Edinburgh Festival of the Sacred Arts, with a selection of poems, punctuated by music, offering a reflection on home and homelessness from both a material and a spiritual perspective. Christine De Luca held the post of Edinburgh's Makar from 2014 to 2017. Elspeth Murray and Katharine Wake are experienced performers who effortlessly bring words and music to life.

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  • Audio enhancement system
  • Accessible entry: No stairs at venue.Wheelchair access to right of main door.
  • Wheelchair access type: Level Access

  • Stairs: Information not supplied

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