Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street
Grahame Davies, Rowan Williams, Paul Mealor, Sacred Arts Festival Singers • Semi-professional company
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By Grahame Davies, Rowan Williams, Paul Mealor, Sacred Arts Festival Singers • Semi-professional company
Google Grahame Davies, Rowan Williams, Paul Mealor, Sacred Arts Festival SingersAbout the show
Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John's, Princes Street brings together poets Grahame Davies and Rowan Williams to explore Welsh religious poetry, marking 25 years since the death of RS Thomas. The evening combines readings and conversation with verses set to music by composer Paul Mealor, sung by the Sacred Arts Festival Singers under the direction of Calum Robertson. Organised in conjunction with the Scottish Network for Religion and Literature, this 60-minute event takes place in the Main Church and is suitable for audiences aged 8 and over.
Why see this show?
A thoughtful, musical celebration of Welsh religious verse, uniting poetry, song and conversation in a beautiful church setting. Ideal for anyone drawn to the intersection of literature, faith and music.
£18 (12)
Sunday 10 August 2025
All performances at 15:00
60 mins
15 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the event?
The event runs for 60 minutes.
Where does it take place?
The event is held in the Main Church as part of the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.
What is the age guidance?
The event is suitable for audiences aged 8 and over.
How much do tickets cost?
Tickets are £18. See the booking link on this page for current ticket prices.
Who is performing?
Poets Grahame Davies and Rowan Williams are joined by verses set to music by composer Paul Mealor, sung by the Sacred Arts Festival Singers under the direction of Calum Robertson.
Are there any content warnings?
No content warnings are listed for this event.
About This Performance
Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street is a spoken word performance at Main Church during Edinburgh Festival 2025. Running for 60 minutes, this show is part of the world's largest arts festival, bringing together performers and audiences from across the globe.
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Venue: Main Church
Main Church is one of Edinburgh's Festival venues, hosting a variety of performances throughout August. Located in the heart of the city, the venue is accessible by public transport and within walking distance of other Festival locations.
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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £18
Age Guidance: 8+
Content Warnings: None
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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2025
Edinburgh Festival transforms Scotland's capital into the world's leading cultural destination every August. With thousands of performances across hundreds of venues, the festival offers unparalleled choice for culture lovers.Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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