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Edinburgh Living History Volunteer

  • VO95323

Description

We are looking for new members to join Edinburgh Living History. Edinburgh Living History (ELH) is a multi-award-winning group of costumed interpreters. They devise all their own improvised performances and perform to audiences at events including murder mysteries and promenade plays. They assist with school programmes and special tours where they interact with audiences, primarily as the Edwardian residents who lived in Lauriston Castle in the early 20th century.

For more information and details on how to apply, please visit:

Volunteering | Museums and Galleries Edinburgh (edinburghmuseums.org.uk)

Organisation aims and objectives

We manage thirteen varied and fascinating venues and look after around 200 historic monuments and attractions throughout Edinburgh. The Outreach & Access Department works to improve access to these resources through outreach work in the community.

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It varies but around 2 hours per week on average for meetings and events

Restrictions

Experience required: Interest in theatre and drama. Interest in the history of Edinburgh and Scotland. Enthusiasm for engaging with the public. Able to work as part of a team. Confident to perform improvised scenes at events.
Travel details: Lauriston Castle, 2a Cramond Road South, Edinburgh, EH4 5QD. You can take buses to Davidson’s Mains (21, 41 & 42), or Silverknowes Terminus (16, 27, 29 & 37); both are around 10 minutes' walk from Lauriston Castle.
Minimum age: 18

Support

Expenses paid: Yes
Expenses details: We can offer pre-paid bus tickets for journeys within Edinburgh on Lothian Buses.
Training details: An induction and training will be provided for all new volunteers
Support: Wheelchair Access/Disabled Access Toilet

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