Birds of Paradise Theatre (BOP) and Edinburgh International Festival are on the lookout for participants to join our focus group for d/Deaf audiences and access to live music.
Use the search options below to search for forthcoming events across Scotland.
- Use the text search field to find forthcoming events by event name, town, venue or interpreter name.
- Search by Accessibility Type by clicking on an icon to find Audio Described, BSL interpreted, Captioned or Relaxed performances.
- Or use the Location dropdowns to search by region and venue.
You will find additional event and venue access information and links, including details of BSL interpreters and Audio Describers, within the events listings. Happy searching!
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A History of Paper
Alan Cumming and Shirley Henderson star in this new Scottish musical about grief, joy and the little bits of paper that make up a life.Price(s): From £15This performance will include an introduction by the cast, lower light & sound levels and open doors to the auditorium.A History of Paper
Alan Cumming and Shirley Henderson star in this new Scottish musical about grief, joy and the little bits of paper that make up a life.Price(s): From £15Audio Describer(s): John Cumming & Trina Gillies
Touch Tour: By request.
Audio Description headsets are available from Box Office.The Gruffalo
The much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand.Price(s): £20.50This will vary on production, please contact Box Office for advice.Website
http://www.lyceum.org.ukPhone
0131 248 4848Text Relay
18001 0131 248 4848Dedicated Access Staff Contact
Jack Summers-McKay, Events Manager jsummersmckay@lyceum.org.ukA History of Paper
Alan Cumming and Shirley Henderson star in this new Scottish musical about grief, joy and the little bits of paper that make up a life.Price(s): From £15Displayed on a captioning unit, delivered by Alison Pendlowski. Please contact Box Office for information about seating positions.The Silence of the Lambs
Come face to face with the chilling cultural phenomenon The Silence of the Lambs as it makes its world stage-play premiere in 2026.Price(s): £23.50 - £50Optimum seating position: Seats held, usually Dress Circle - Ask Box OfficePhone
0131 529 6000Text Relay
18002 0131 529 6003Dedicated Access Staff Contact
foh@capitaltheatres.comBurlesque The Musical
From executive producer Christina Aguilera and written by Steven Antin, based on the hit 2010 movie starring Christina Aguilera and Cher.Optimum seating position: Centre Stalls or Grand CircleBalancing In Freedom
Iddo Oberski's acclaimed cabaret weaves a personal story of disability, Holocaust history & Steiner's Philosophy of Freedom via mixed media.Price(s): £10-£12Balancing in Freedom is well suited to a relaxed performance setting. It's a one-man show built around spoken word and dialogue, with minimal sensory overwhelm. Sound is limited to spoken narration, a simple piano track, flute, and live singing from the performer - no sudden loud effects or jarring shifts. Lighting stays simple and continuous throughout, with only one change: a brief moment where the stage darkens to a single spotlight on the performer. Some drawing and projected imagery are used, but gently and without visual intensity.
Please note the show explores heavy themes, including disability and the Holocaust, which audience members should be aware of in advance.https://www.balancinginfreedom.co.uk/shortfilm.html
The Gruffalo
The much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand.Price(s): £20.50Please see website for relaxed performance pack and email boxoffice@lyceum.org.uk and access@lyceum.co.uk with any questions.Website
http://www.lyceum.org.ukPhone
0131 248 4848Text Relay
18001 0131 248 4848Dedicated Access Staff Contact
Jack Summers-McKay, Events Manager jsummersmckay@lyceum.org.ukThe Silence of the Lambs
Come face to face with the chilling cultural phenomenon The Silence of the Lambs as it makes its world stage-play premiere in 2026.Price(s): £23.50 - £50Audio Describer(s): TBC
Touch Tour: 1pm
Optimum seating position: Ask Box OfficeBSL Interpreter(s): TBC
Seats in the stalls generally provide the best view of the BSL interpreter, and box office can advise of this further in your booking process.Phone
0131 529 6000Text Relay
18002 0131 529 6003Dedicated Access Staff Contact
foh@capitaltheatres.comThrough the Shortbread Tin
Through the Shortbread Tin is a poetic, poignant and playful show, which explores Scottish culture, myths, history and identity.Presented by: National Theatre of ScotlandPrice(s): £18.50-£25Captions by Alison Pendlowski.
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Your Edinburgh Festival 2025 Guide – Accessible Performances
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Imaginate Children’s Festival 2025 – Accessible performances
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