Book launch: Greg Walker and Randall Stevenson In brief Date - 30 April 2025Venue - Room G.03, Doorway 6, Old Medical SchoolSpeakers - Professor Greg Walker and Emeritus Professor Randall Stevenson (both English Literature) About the eventThe department of English and Scottish Literature is delighted to host a book launch for the new 'Oxford Handbook of Scottish Theatre' (Oxford, 2025), edited by Professor Greg Walker and Emeritus Professor Randall Stevenson (both English Literature).The Oxford Handbook of Scottish Theatre tells the story of drama and performing in Scotland from the earliest traces of folk plays, performances, and royal ceremonies in the medieval period right up to the challenges of the present post-pandemic moment in the professional theatre. It features insights from current significant practitioners, as well as unique viewpoints on oft-overlooked and more complex aspects of Scottish theatre.This event will feature Professor Walker and Emeritus Professor Stevenson, as well as selected contributors, in conversation about the publication. Find out more about the Oxford Handbook of Scottish TheatreThe book launch will be followed by a reception on the second floor of 50 George Square.How to attendThis event is open to all and free to attend. No registration is required, just come along!Are you interested in English Literature at Edinburgh?We offer a wide range of undergraduate programmes, taught masters, and research degrees, including a Masters by Research and a PhD. As an undergraduate, you will read works of literature written in English from around the world, and encounter a range of ideas about the nature and purpose of literary study.Our courses explore the relationship between literary texts and the construction of national, international and imperial cultures. Working with colleagues in LLC and across the wider University, we are able to support postgraduate research which crosses boundaries between languages and disciplines. Find out more about studying English Literature at Edinburgh Tags English and Scottish Literature Apr 30 2025 16.00 - 17.30 Book launch: Greg Walker and Randall Stevenson An in-person book launch to celebrate the new publication by Professor Greg Walker and Emeritus Professor Randall Stevenson (both English Literature), 'Oxford Handbook of Scottish Theatre'. Room G.03 Doorway 6 Old Medical School Teviot Place EH8 9AG Find the venue
Book launch: Greg Walker and Randall Stevenson In brief Date - 30 April 2025Venue - Room G.03, Doorway 6, Old Medical SchoolSpeakers - Professor Greg Walker and Emeritus Professor Randall Stevenson (both English Literature) About the eventThe department of English and Scottish Literature is delighted to host a book launch for the new 'Oxford Handbook of Scottish Theatre' (Oxford, 2025), edited by Professor Greg Walker and Emeritus Professor Randall Stevenson (both English Literature).The Oxford Handbook of Scottish Theatre tells the story of drama and performing in Scotland from the earliest traces of folk plays, performances, and royal ceremonies in the medieval period right up to the challenges of the present post-pandemic moment in the professional theatre. It features insights from current significant practitioners, as well as unique viewpoints on oft-overlooked and more complex aspects of Scottish theatre.This event will feature Professor Walker and Emeritus Professor Stevenson, as well as selected contributors, in conversation about the publication. Find out more about the Oxford Handbook of Scottish TheatreThe book launch will be followed by a reception on the second floor of 50 George Square.How to attendThis event is open to all and free to attend. No registration is required, just come along!Are you interested in English Literature at Edinburgh?We offer a wide range of undergraduate programmes, taught masters, and research degrees, including a Masters by Research and a PhD. As an undergraduate, you will read works of literature written in English from around the world, and encounter a range of ideas about the nature and purpose of literary study.Our courses explore the relationship between literary texts and the construction of national, international and imperial cultures. Working with colleagues in LLC and across the wider University, we are able to support postgraduate research which crosses boundaries between languages and disciplines. Find out more about studying English Literature at Edinburgh Tags English and Scottish Literature Apr 30 2025 16.00 - 17.30 Book launch: Greg Walker and Randall Stevenson An in-person book launch to celebrate the new publication by Professor Greg Walker and Emeritus Professor Randall Stevenson (both English Literature), 'Oxford Handbook of Scottish Theatre'. Room G.03 Doorway 6 Old Medical School Teviot Place EH8 9AG Find the venue
Apr 30 2025 16.00 - 17.30 Book launch: Greg Walker and Randall Stevenson An in-person book launch to celebrate the new publication by Professor Greg Walker and Emeritus Professor Randall Stevenson (both English Literature), 'Oxford Handbook of Scottish Theatre'.
