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The Irish poet John W Sexton’s phrase ‘spectators under heaven’ has inspired Michael Daviot, Claire McDonald and Janet de Vigne to present a wide-ranging selection of Irish poetry, drawing on both ancient and modern expressions of faith and spirituality. The intimacy of Canonmills Church – Robert Louis Stevenson’s schoolroom in times past – provides the perfect space.
This is an archived listing from the 2026 Edinburgh Festival Fringe. Sacred Arts Festival Poetry at Canonmills Church: The Shamrock and the Cross – Spectators Under Heaven is by Michael Daviot, Claire McDonald and Janet de Vigne, listed under Spoken Word in the Fringe programme. It plays at Canonmills Church, 14 Canonmills, EH3 5LH, 21 August.
The show runs 60 minutes and is suitable for ages 5+. Entry is free.