Hearth Fire Sessions with Danica Boyce, Riika Palonen & Tom Muir | Edinburgh Tradfest 2026
Schedule
Thu May 07 2026 at 07:30 pm to 09:30 pm
UTC+01:00Location
43-45 High Street, EH1 1SR Edinburgh, United Kingdom | Edinburgh, SC
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Welcome to an eclectic night of ancient myth, contemporary storytelling, post-folk music, and physical artistry. Steeped in the traditions of Scottish storytelling, we evoke the warm atmosphere of peat-smoked hearthsides and ceilidh house revelry, presenting timeless motifs relevant to a discerning modern audience. Join host Dougie Mackay as he invites a different selection of Scotland’s finest storytellers, songwriters, musicians, and performing artists to each session, creating an innovative showcase of Scotland’s contemporary culture. In May, join Dougie, storytellers Riika Palonen and Tom Muir and musician Danica Boyce for a special Tradfest session.~~~~~
Dougie Mackay hails from the Scottish Highlands, from a lineage of natural storytellers. He is fascinated by the wild northern tales of Scotland, Scandinavia, Ireland and the Baltics, with a practice steeped in group-work facilitation and storytelling as a tool for development, connection and empowerment. He has been telling stories professionally for over 10 years and has developed successful long-form shows including Animate Lands and A Wolf Shall Devour the Sun. He co-curates and hosts Hearth Fire Sessions throughout the year.
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43-45 High Street, EH1 1SR Edinburgh, United Kingdom, 43 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1SR, United KingdomEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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