Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at Canonmills Church: The Shamrock and the Cross – Spectators Under Heaven
Michael Daviot, Claire McDonald and Janet de Vigne • Professional company
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By Michael Daviot, Claire McDonald and Janet de Vigne • Professional company
Google Michael Daviot, Claire McDonald and Janet de VigneAbout Michael Daviot, Claire McDonald and Janet de Vigne
Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at Canonmills Church: The Shamrock and the Cross — Spectators Under Heaven is a free poetry event from Michael Daviot, Claire McDonald and Janet de Vigne, performed at the Church Hall. Inspired by Irish poet John W Sexton's phrase 'spectators under heaven', the three performers present a wide-ranging selection of Irish poetry drawing on both ancient and modern expressions of faith and spirituality. The intimacy of Canonmills Church — Robert Louis Stevenson's schoolroom in times past — provides the setting. The event runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 5 and over.
Why see this show?
Irish poetry ancient and modern, read in a church that once served as Robert Louis Stevenson's schoolroom — a quietly extraordinary pairing of words and place. Unhurried, free and open to all.
Free
Friday 21 August 2026
All performances at 13:15
60 mins
3 performers
Edinburgh Festival Fringe 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do tickets cost?
The event is free.
How long is the event?
It runs for 60 minutes.
What is the age guidance?
Suitable for ages 5 and over.
Where is it held?
At the Church Hall at Canonmills Church.
Are there any content warnings?
No content warnings are listed for this event.
What kind of event is it?
A spoken word and poetry reading featuring a wide-ranging selection of Irish poetry exploring ancient and modern expressions of faith and spirituality.
About This Performance
Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at Canonmills Church: The Shamrock and the Cross – Spectators Under Heaven is a spoken word performance at Church Hall during Edinburgh Festival 2026. 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: Church Hall
Church 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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Booking Information
Ticket Prices: From £null
Age Guidance: 5+
Content Warnings: None
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Part of Edinburgh Festival 2026
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 Canonmills Church: The Shamrock and the Cross – Spectators Under Heaven represents the creative spirit that makes Edinburgh Festival unique.
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