Made in Scotland artists take their shows to Edinburgh - and beyond

From dance to theatre and music, the shows form the Made in Scotland programme, with the productions sharing £670,000 of funding from the Scottish Government.

More than 121 applications were made to this year’s showcase, with the final selection made by an international panel of independent experts.

The funding will support all artists in taking their shows to Edinburgh- and then help develop them for audiences around the world.

Among those who made the cut was Elsa McTaggart, who will take her Capturing the Light show to the festival and, hopefully, beyond. Her show reflects on the journey of her grandfather, WIlliam McTaggart, the son of a humble Gaelic-speaking crofter who went on to become on of Scotland’s most famous and influential painters.

Marc Brew and his show Boy’s Don’t Dance was also selected for the programme. The acclaimed disabled choreographer and dancer draws on his experience as the only boy in a rural Australian town who wanted to dance - against all expectations placed upon him.

Meanwhile choreographer Hayley Earlam will bring Brrrr to young audiences at the Festival. The show, an immersive exploration of winter, features dance, sound, video - and lots of snow.

Culture Secretary Angus Robertson MSP, Scottish Government said: “The Made in Scotland showcase always brings anticipation and excitement through its outstanding programme, bringing the best new talent from across the country to Fringe audiences.”

“I have no doubt artists featured this year, will follow in the footsteps of many others who have enhanced the international reputation of Scotland’s culture sector by forging new connections and captivating new audiences around the world.”

Now in its 17 th year, Made in Scotland is supported by the Scottish Government’s Edinburgh Festivals Expo Fund, Creative Scotland and the Scottish Music Centre.