The welcoming, family-friendly festival will boast live music sessions, performance and DJ sets, a bar serving local beers, gins and whisky and an outdoor pizza oven. Further activities for children, young people and families, and a full programme will be announced in the coming weeks ahead.
UNDER CANVAS began life in 2018, showcasing traditional and contemporary Scottish music. A reputation as the go-to summer destination for locals and tourists was consolidated in its second year when the event was nominated for Event of the Year at the 2019 MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards.
UNDER CANVAS will proudly provide paid employment opportunities to at least 100 freelance and independent musicians whose work has been devastated as a result of the pandemic.
This year’s third UNDER CANVAS is being redesigned to maintain the spirit of socialising and shared enthusiasm for the arts, whilst mitigating the risks posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and fully following recommended guidance. To this end, a job opportunity has arisen for a Scottish-based theatre/events designer to join our team in delivering the event. As the festival evolves we are looking for a cohesive aesthetic, designed around the safety of our visitors, staff and artists whilst matching our artistic ambitions.
