Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street

Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street

Grahame Davies, Rowan Williams, Paul Mealor, Sacred Arts Festival SingersSemi-professional company

60 minutesMain Church
‘The dark well from which we draw’. Poets Grahame Davies and Rowan Williams explore Welsh religious poetry to mark 25 years since the death of RS Thomas. Readings and conversation, together with verses set to music by composer Paul Mealor, and sung by the Sacred Arts Festival Singers under the direction of Calum Robertson. Organised in conjunction with the Scottish Network for Religion and Literature.
Event Details

Sunday 10 August 2025

All performances at 15:00

60 minutes

Main Church

1A Lothian Road

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15 performers

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Ticket Price

£18 (12)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much are tickets for Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street?

Tickets for Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street are £18 (12). You can purchase tickets through the official festival website.

Where is Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street being performed?

Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street is being performed at Main Church, located at 1A Lothian Road. The venue is in the heart of Edinburgh's festival district.

How long is Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street?

The performance runs for approximately 60 minutes.

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Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street runs from 10 August 2025 to 10 August 2025. Check the official website for specific performance times.

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Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at St John’s, Princes Street is a Edinburgh Festival Fringe production. For the full description and latest information, please visit the event page or the official festival website.

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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Ticket Prices: From £18

Age Guidance: 8+

Content Warnings: None

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