Yo u ng Peo pl e #---# The International Festival reaches thousands of young people every year through creative learning programmes in schools such as The Art of Listening, which introduces primary school pupils to classical music, as well as dance and other arts led workshops. The International Festival is also in the third year of a special residency with Castlebrae Community High School. Dedicated performances and workshops for audiences of young people in August and our generous discount and concession schemes mean there are plenty of inspirational opportunities for young people to engage with the International Festival. In addition our Young Musician’s Passport scheme offers young people from Edinburgh and the Lothians a great opportunity to see the world’s greatest artists right here in Edinburgh for free – to join visit eif.co.uk/ympassport Our grateful thanks go to the individuals and trusts who share our passion to expand our work with young people and families. They include James and Morag Anderson, Claire and Mark Urquhart, The Robertson Trust and other contributors to our Education Fund. Our work with Castlebrae Community High School is supported by James and Morag Anderson, Mike Shipley and Philip Rudge, the Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust and The Patron's Fund. For details of all of our work with young people visit eif.co.uk/creativelearning
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Vuelos is a magical dance theatre work for children and families that challenges you to wonder and to contemplate our eternal dream – to be able to fly (see page 48). Inspired by the show, the wonderful company Aracaladanza will run two family workshops for children aged 5 to 8, and their grown-ups.
The International Festival and Scottish Chamber Orchestra present a concert inspired by the Virgin Money Fireworks Concert to over 1,800 local school pupils in Princes Street Gardens.
10 Aug 1pm | 11 Aug 10am | 1hr 30mins approx The Galleon, George Watson’s College £6 fees apply, details p110
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28 Aug 1.30pm | Ross Theatre | Free tickets for schools Public can be enjoy from around the Ross Theatre
Ticket Discounts for Young People Under 18s and Young Scot cardholders can get half price tickets on selected performances when booking opens. Students in full time education can buy tickets for selected performances at a 30% discount from Wednesday 5 July. And if you are 26 or under – pay only £8 on the day for selected performances, when proof of age is required. Details p111