Eden Court’s flagship festival Under Canvas, co-curated with Fèis Rois, has announced it will be returning this summer with a three-month programme of live performances.
The festival, which was first held in 2018, won Event of the Year at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards two years ago. Under Canvas prides itself on showcasing the best of traditional and modern Scottish music and art.
The festival’s announcement follows the Scottish Government’s plan for the easing of lockdown restrictions.
Fiona Dalgetty, Fèis Rois’ Chief Executive, said “after a year of digital output, it is a joy to be planning live music events that will showcase many of the internationally acclaimed musicians that we have living right here in our communities across the Highlands.”
The family-friendly festival features live performances from Scottish artists, local beers, gins, whiskey, and wood-fired pizza. Full details on line-ups and activities are still to be announced.
Under Canvas will also provide employment for up to 100 musicians and other creative sector workers whose livelihoods have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
James Mackenzie-Blackman, Eden Court’s Chief Executive, said “after such a challenging 12 months it’s fitting that in the one-year anniversary of closure, … we are able to announce our planned return of Under Canvas in 2021. Myself and my team can’t wait to welcome everyone back to Eden Court this summer.”
The festival takes place at Eden Court, the largest combined arts venue in Scotland, from 1 July until 30 September.
Words by Eli London.
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Image: © Under Canvas // Eden Court