ScotlandsFest: Wanton Women Running Amok
Spoken Word
Historical
Talk

ScotlandsFest: Wanton Women Running Amok

Luath Press / Mary Craig • Professional company

Google Luath Press / Mary Craig
60 minutes•Hall
Were Scottish witches handmaidens of the devil or was the imagined demonic presence merely the fevered obsession of the Kirk? Fed by stories of female sexual excess, did Kirk ministers see what was there or what they wanted to be there? Were wanton women running amok or was the Scottish Kirk running scared? Come and explore the reality behind the rhetoric.

About the show

Luath Press and Mary Craig bring this spoken word talk to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe, exploring the history of Scottish witchcraft and the Kirk. The session poses provocative questions: were accused witches truly handmaidens of the devil, or was the imagined demonic presence a fevered obsession of the church? Fuelled by stories of female sexual excess, the talk examines whether Kirk ministers saw what was there or only what they wished to see. Audiences are invited to explore the reality behind the rhetoric.

Why see this show?

A sharp and thought-provoking examination of gender, power, and religious paranoia in Scottish history. If you want to understand the forces that shaped the persecution of women accused of witchcraft, this is the session for you.

Tickets

£10 (7)

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When

Tuesday 5 August 2025

All performances at 10:30

Duration

60 mins

Cast

1 performers

Festival

Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2025

Venue
Hall

14 Johnston Terrace

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the show?

The show runs for 60 minutes.

What is the age guidance?

This event is recommended for audiences aged 16 and over.

What is the ticket price?

Tickets are £10, with a concession price available.

Are there any content warnings?

The event contains strong language and swearing.

What type of event is this?

This is a spoken word talk in the Historical category at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe.

Where does the event take place?

The event takes place in the Hall venue.

About This Performance

ScotlandsFest: Wanton Women Running Amok is a spoken word performance at Hall 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: Hall

Hall 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 £10

Age Guidance: 16+

Content Warnings: Strong language/swearing

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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.ScotlandsFest: Wanton Women Running Amok represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.

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