Edinburgh International Festival
Presenting a rich programme of classical music, theatre, opera and dance during a three week period in late summer the Edinburgh International Festival is one of the most important cultural celebrations in the world. Established in 1947, the Edinburgh International Festival was to enliven and enrich the cultural life of Europe, Britain and Scotland and to ‘provide a platform for the flowering of the human spirit’ after the devastation of World War II. These founding principles are as relevant today as they were nearly 60 years ago. The 2008 Edinburgh International Festival is now over. The 2009 Edinburgh International Festival will take place between the 14 August and 6 September. Watch videos of the 2008 Edinburgh International Festival. Visit the Edinburgh International Festival website. Festival Dates14 August - 6 September 2009 |
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Jonathan Mills introduces the EIF programme and highlights |
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Director of the Edinburgh International Festival Jonathan Mills discusses the mission statement of the Festival and his hopes for the programme in 2008. All Videos |
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