Theatre and Dance
Clips and full-length sessions from Edinburgh 2015
Our Ladies of Perpetual Succour
A taste of the National Theatre of Scotland production directed by Vicky Featherstone.
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Israel Galván on Lo Real
The flamenco dancer discusses his latest work at Edinburgh International Festival.
Simon McBurney
The actor and director discusses his play The Encounter, which premieres in Edinburgh.
Simon McBurney on the joy of performing
The acclaimed director and writer talks about his role as an on-screen actor.
Simon McBurney on visiting the Amazon
The director talks about visiting the rainforest ahead of the production of his new play
Showcasing Complicite
The British theatre company was founded 1983 and has achieved worldwide acclaim.
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Racheal Ofori's monologue from her debut Edinburgh show
The actress previews her debut play Portrait on BBC Radio 4's Front Row Edinburgh show.
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In Detention: Hong Kong classroom mayhem
A mischievous blend of Kung Fu, beat box, tap and ribbon dance.
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Detention: Beatboxer RX takes to the stage
A set from beatboxer RX (Wong Ho Pong) of Hong Kong's Tang Shu-wing Theatre Studio.
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Anneka Rice talks to Simon McBurney
Simon McBurney reveals the inspiration behind his emotional Edinburgh show, The Encounter.
Robert Lepage
The celebrated Canadian director and performer joins Jamie MacDougall in conversation.
Robert Lepage on his Ka show for Cirque du Soleil
The director discusses the enormous budgets for the Las Vegas spectacular.
Robert Lepage on portraying himself in 887
The actor and director discusses the vanity involved in telling your life story.
Robert Lepage on 'choosing the prison' of Shakespeare
The director discusses the restrictions of using texts written by others.
Robert Lepage: 887
Robert Lepage's 887 is at the Edinburgh International Conference Centre from 13-22 August
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Pan: A colourful fusion of drumming and dance
Twelve skilled artists dance and drum. At the Assembly Hall until 31 August.
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Wordless Storytelling with Theatre Re: A Blind Man's Song
Cutting edge theatre combining creative mime, expressive dance and live music.
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Juliette Binoche
The actress discusses her role in Antigone at the Edinburgh International Festival.
Juliette Binoche on why she hasn't embraced Hollywood
She tells Deborah Bull why it's important to be an independent actress
Juliette Binoche on why actors are 'different animals'
She tells Deborah Bull about performing in Antigone at Edinburgh International Festival
Sylvie Guillem
The celebrated ballet and contemporary dancer reflects on her life and career.
Sylvie Guillem on life after dance
Celebrated dancer Sylvie Guillem talks about her imminent retirement from the stage.
Sylvie Guillem: Life in Progress trailer
A taste of Guillem's performance at the 2015 Edinburgh International Festival.






















