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Teviot Row House in Edinburgh is set to host a compelling new folk horror play, "Turn the Cloth," on Wednesday, 5 August, commencing at 2:30 PM. This intriguing production draws deeply from the rich tapestry of traditional waulking songs, weaving them with the ancient and eerie folklore surrounding the kelpie. The narrative unfolds in 1989, a year marked by the harshness of the first winter storm, within the confines of a small Scottish town. As the story progresses, it delves into profound themes of obligation, the weight of tradition, and the powerful pull of personal desire. The performance promises to expose the fragile threads of tested bonds and long-held secrets that bind the community together. Ultimately, the characters find themselves at a precipice, facing a critical and potentially deadly choice that will shape their futures. Further information regarding ticket prices can be found on the official website.

The event features a new folk horror play, "Turn the Cloth", which draws from traditional waulking songs and kelpie folklore. The narrative is set in 1989, during the first winter storm, and explores themes of obligation, tradition, and personal desire. The performance promises to expose the fragile threads that bind the community together.

The story unfolds in a small Scottish town, where characters face a critical and potentially deadly choice that will shape their futures. The play is described as darkly funny, unsettling, and atmospheric, with a unique blend of traditional music and 80s synth.

The performance will take place at Teviot Row House in Edinburgh on 5 August at 2:30 PM. Further information regarding ticket prices can be found on the website.

Details written from the information supplied by the event organiser.

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Turn the Cloth takes place on Wednesday, 5 August 2026 at 15:30.

Turn the Cloth is held at Teviot Row House in Edinburgh (13 Bristo Place, Edinburgh South EH8 9AJ).

Tickets for Turn the Cloth can be booked via whatsoninedinburgh.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.