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Brian Cox stars in this biting satire on the Scottish banking ambition that shattered the global economy.
From £24
Approximately 2 Hours 10 mins
The Scottish quintet returns to the International Festival with their euphoric arrangements of traditional folk tunes.
From £15
Approximately 1 Hour 15 mins
Discover the gold standard of choral singing and percussion in the opening concert of The Queen's Hall series.
From £15.50
Approximately 1 Hour 30 mins
Experience John Tavener's magnum opus in its eight-hour glory.
£30
Approximately 8 Hours
The Australian dancer fuses sexy choreography and touching theatricality to take a stand against ableism.
From £12.00
Cellist Alisa Weilerstein and Carnegie Hall's NYO2 take on a thrilling pairing of Dmitri Shostakovich and Sergei Prokofiev.
From £12.50
Approximately 2 Hours
Discover the joy of listening to classical music in this interactive workshop.
£10
Inspired collaboration illuminate works by Karol Szymanowski, Claude Debussy and César Franck.
Suitable for children and their grown-ups, let little curious minds discover the magic of classical music in this joyful concert.
Approximately 1 Hour
Scottish tradition meets Baroque flair in this lively celebration of music and storytelling.
£20
Led by conductor Johnathan Sells, Baroque choir present a dazzling showcase of their repertoire.
From £22.50
Violin virtuoso Nicola Benedetti launches the International Festival with a star-studded concert.
From £40
Join creative collaborators Pavel Kolesnikov and Samson Tsoy for a deeply spiritual recital of piano works, ranging from Bach to Messiaen.
Sharp wit and fearless thinking fuel this lively debate on artistic and academic freedoms.
£15
The London Philharmonic Orchestra takes you on the ultimate cosmic journey.
Join Hungarian violin legend Roby Lakatos as he ignites The Hub with his eclectic improvisations that blend classical, folk and his own musical style.
From £25
Virtuoso Mark Simpson brings dual talents as composer and clarinettist to an intimate programme featuring Brahms and his own works.
Join Bruce Liu, Myung-Whun Chung and Beijing’s NCPA Orchestra for jazz-infused Ravel and Saint-Saëns’s spectacular Organ Symphony.
Approximately 2 Hours 5 mins
Experience the expansive range of vocal music, from baroque arias to specially commissioned contemporary works.
Approximately 1 Hour 40 mins
Share your dreams and shape the music in this intimate concert inspired by Claude Debussy’s Rêverie.
Blending stunning imagery, movement and music, FC Bergman's latest piece explores our connection to the land we inhabit.
Approximately 1 Hour 10 mins
Join Lebanese-French dance company Maqamat for an interactive dance performance in the beautiful surrounds of the Old College Quad.
Explore the musical love triangle between Clara Schumann, Robert Schumann and Brahms.
Catch a glimpse at the future of classical music as clarinetist Mark Simpson guides up-and-coming woodwind musicians.
Budapest Festival Orchestra return to the Festival with a programme that celebrates both their Hungarian heritage and showcases the vibrancy of music written for dance.
The musical maverick and saxophonist creates a fusion of raw improvisation and political passion.
From Helen Grime's intimate First Quartet to two autobiographical works from Leoš Janáček and Bedřich Smetana, Fibonacci Quartet bring this very personal programme to vivid life.
Love, betrayal and political intrigue ignite Mozart's final opera.
Approximately 3 Hours
This Polish string ensemble ignites fast-paced folk music with classical mastery.
Scottish singer-songwriter Kathryn Joseph brings her meditative vocals and rhythmic piano to a late night at The Hub.
Experience the unforgettable music of Bizet's opera Carmen alongside pieces by Bacewicz and Strauss.
The Polish pianist contrasts Johannes Brahms' intimate Intermezzos with Béla Bartók's daring Bagatelles.
Violin luminaries Nicola Benedetti and Alexander Sitkovetsky join NFM Leopoldinum Orchestra in a poignant tribute to their mentor.
Approximately 1 Hour 45 mins
Experience an intoxicating blend of tango, klezmer and jazz from this new trio of award-winning musicians.
Experience evocative works for piano trio, from Beethoven to a UK premiere by Iranian composer Mahdis Golzar Kashani.
Experience the power of two show-stopping symphonies, with insight from Sir Antonio Pappano and Nicola Benedetti.
Djembe virtuoso Sidiki Dembele leads his ensemble in an exploration of West African drumming rhythms.
Expressive singing reveals the emotional depth of Benjamin Britten, Ralph Vaughan Williams and Edward Elgar.
Opera Queensland revives Christoph Gluck's opera with electrifying acrobatics, soaring vocals and stunning visuals.
Approximately 1 Hour 20 mins
Award-winning violinist Bomsori Kim is joined by eminent pianist Thomas Hoppe in this stunning recital celebrating Poland's rich musical heritage.
This collection of short plays audaciously explores the power of the arts in today's global conflicts, political resistance and displays of artistic freedom.
Celebrate 20th-century British treasures from Elizabeth Maconchy, Edward Elgar and Ralph Vaughan Williams.
Dive into Scottish trad music with the Celtic supergroup.
Ancient Chinese myths inspire Huang Ruo's opera, confronting humanity's complex relationship with nature.
Celebrated for their lieder performances, this duo showcases the lyrical beauty of Johannes Brahms and Robert Schumann.
Pick the repertoire in this unrehearsed performance featuring emerging musicians and professionals.
Renaissance meets punk in Scottish Ballet’s retelling of the story of one of Scotland’s most famous women.
From £18
Approximately 1 Hour 50 mins
Emerging talent and seasoned pros unite to improvise on jazz standards.
Discover the sound of the Polish Renaissance with this stunning 17th-century choral piece by Mikołaj Zieleński.
Norwegian trio Østerlide transport you to the deepest tundra with their thrillingly reimagined folk melodies.
Sir Antonio Pappano and the London Symphony Orchestra lay bare drama and sorrow of Giacomo Puccini’s opera.
From £27.50
Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith redefines the boundaries of modern electronica with her synth-driven soundscapes and ethereal vocals in this Up Late concert.
Recent BBC Young Musician of the Year winner takes on an all-Chopin programme that showcases extraordinary mastery of the piano.
Explore Dmitri Shostakovich’s Fifth Symphony as the Aurora Orchestra unpacks its drama, depth and defiance.
Visual culture’s power to shape history drives this gripping conversation on race and representation.
The Aurora Orchestra performs Shostakovich's defiant symphony by memory.
Come on a musical journey encompassing two celtic traditions from Irish fiddle player Aoife Ní Bhriain and Welsh harpist Catrin Finch.
Emerging vocalists perform Johannes Brahms' enchanting love waltzes under expert guidance.
Scottish Chamber Orchestra performs familiar repertoire for people with dementia and their loved ones.
Joined by Jasser Haj Youssef on viola d'amore, Yahya Hussein Abdallah invites you to a captivating recital of Eastern literature exploring faith, belief and spirituality.
Revitalising and transforming chamber music from the 18th and 19th centuries, Belcea Quartet's provocative recital spans Beethoven, Mendelssohn and Mozart.
Hip hop, contemporary dance and Baroque music combine in this unique world premiere.
From £30
Through puppetry and animation, Handspring Puppet Company reimagine Faust's downfall and reframe the classic tale to confront colonialism and the climate emergency.
Approximately 2 Hours 20 mins
Encounter Shakespeare as the Bard never imagined in Cliff Cardinal's audacious and unapologetic adaptation of the classic work.
This leading baroque ensemble revives Handel's sparkling comic cantata, unearthing the origins of his operatic masterpieces.
Conductor Karina Canellakis returns to the Festival and leads the BBC SSO through a monumental programme featuring Messiaen, Stravinsky and Bernstein.
Middle Eastern rhythms merge with live painting in a reflective and mindful performance blending ancient wisdom with contemporary expression.
Join mezzo soprano Emily D'Angelo and pianist Sophia Muñoz for a programme of epic scope that explores humanity's connection to the natural world.
Ancient traditions meet musical innovation as the Aga Khan Master Musicians join forces with two accordionist and vocalist Vincent Peirani and cellist Vincent Segal.
Take a whistlestop round-the-world trip with the Melbourne Symphony Orchestra and William Barton.
Dance and theatre legends Crystal Pite and Simon McBurney unite to confront the climate crisis through spellbinding movement and sound.
From £21
Approximately 2 Hours 30 mins
The frontierless quartet fuses neoclassical, jazz and West African kora music with infectious energy.
Johann Sebastian Bach’s violin concertos shine in this electrifying performance with soloist and ensemble in synergy.
The didgeridoo virtuoso and composer combines Indigenous musical traditions with rock and classical influences.
Creative collaborators team up for a performance that combines classical piano and experimental electronics.
In this Closing Concert, discover Felix Mendelssohn's triumphant oratorio anew as the Edinburgh Festival Chorus and Royal Scottish National Orchestra breathe new life into Mendelssohn's most famous work.
Approximately 2 Hours 45 mins
The Grammy-winning jazz bassist returns with her ensemble The Cookout for an energy-filled concert.
Closest train station is Edinburgh Waverley. Trams stop at the bottom of the Mound on Princes Street. Old Town in Edinburgh has 36 bus routes which serve 58 bus stops. The closest bus stops to The Hub are the Lawnmarket Bus Stop at the top of the Royal Mile or the Royal Mile Bus Stop on George IV Bridge.
NCP: Castle Terrace (6 disabled bays)During August the Lawnmarket and Johnston Terrace are closed to vehicles from 5pm. The closest drop off point is the Radisson Collection Hotel on George IV Bridge.
The Hub has level access via the main entrance. There is a platform lift and a lift to all floors within the building. The box office has a low counter and loop system. Accessible toilets are located on the ground floor and auditorium level. Assistance dogs are welcome and can be looked after by venue staff.
The 2023 Edinburgh International Festival runs from 4-27 August.Buy tickets for all events using Theatre Tokens when they go on sale at midday on 3 May.Please call the box office on 0131 473 2000. Theatre Tokens cannot currently be used online to purchase tickets for Edinburgh International Festival events.In-Person and Phone BookingOur Box Office at The Hub, Castlehill will be open for in-person and phone bookings at the following dates and times:24 April–5 May (closed 2 May)Monday to Saturday, 12noon–5pmClosed on Sunday9 May–3 AugBy appointment only4–27 AugMonday–Sunday, 12noon–5pm (open late on performance nights at The Hub)The Edinburgh International Festival was the inspired idea of Rudolf Bing, then the General Manager of Glyndebourne Opera, Henry Harvey Wood, the Head of the British Council in Scotland, and leaders from the City of Edinburgh. It was established in 1947 as a world class cultural event to bring together audiences and artists from around the world, and this year asks the question, "Where do we go from here?"For three weeks in August, Scotland’s capital becomes an unparalleled celebration of the performing arts and an annual meeting point for people of all nations. The International Festival presents a programme featuring the finest performers and ensembles from the worlds of dance, opera, music and theatre.Our impact extends beyond the annual programme: our community learning and engagement and professional development programmes run throughout the year, reaching the widest possible audiences and contributing to the cultural and social life of Edinburgh and Scotland.
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