The Edinburgh International Festival, in collaboration with The Macallan single malt Scotch whisky, proudly unveils the full details of its Opening Event: Where to Begin.
This visually stunning, large-scale outdoor experience will mark the start of the 2024 International Festival, running from 2-4 August at the historic George Heriot’s School, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Edinburgh’s Old Town.
Unique Festival Opener
Conceived by the innovative team at Pinwheel, led by Creative Director Katy Fuller, Where to Begin offers an immersive journey that transforms George Heriot’s grounds with live performances, music, large-scale video projections, and captivating storytelling. This event celebrates Edinburgh’s rich creative heritage and the 2024 International Festival theme, Rituals That Unite Us.
Creative Excellence
Pinwheel has curated a remarkable team for this event, including theatre-maker Simon Sharkey, video artists Yeast Culture, composer Roma Yagnik, writer Davey Anderson, fire installation experts AndNow, production designer Becky Minto, and lighting designer Phil Supple.
Edinburgh International Festival & Partners
The Edinburgh International Festival, spearheaded by Nicola Benedetti, showcases top dance, opera, music, and theatre performers. The festival will take place from August 2nd to August 25th, 2024, focusing on delivering impactful artistic experiences to a diverse audience.
Recognised for its exceptional single-malt whiskies, The Macallan commemorates 200 years of unrivalled quality and craftsmanship.
EventScotland is committed to positioning Scotland as a premier stage for events, EventScotland supports a wide array of cultural and sporting events, elevating Scotland’s global reputation.
Pinwheel specialises in creating captivating events spanning various artistic disciplines and is known for its ability to produce immersive and imaginative experiences for audiences.
For more details and to purchase tickets, visit www.eif.co.uk.
Photo Credit: Edinburgh International Festival Daniel Quirke
