Theatre, Family-friendly, Storytelling, Children

60 Miles Above the Moon

Go Local South Scotland

(Wed 25 Nov: 7:30pm)

In July 1969 astronauts Armstrong and Aldrin are preparing to touchdown on the Moon aboard the Apollo 11 Lunar Module to become the first humans to land on the Moon. Meanwhile one lone astronaut Michael Collins is preparing for the journey of his lifetime. Without Collins the other two astronauts would never get back to Earth. He was the mission lifeline. During his solo moon orbits Collins would lose all radio contact for 48 minutes every 2 hours. He was totally alone.

Christopher Kent as Michael Collins explores the remarkable feat of bravery, concentration, technical ability and character.

At Heart of Hawick, 2 Kirkstile, TD9 0AE.

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This year’s Festival explores the rich relationship between storytelling and the natural world through our theme Bird and Beast. Alongside a vibrant programme at the Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh, storytellers across Scotland bring these tales to life this autumn through the Go Local programme. We proudly celebrate Scotland’s cèilidh tradition with an invitation into the story circle, extending a warm welcome to international guests who share their stories, traditions and contemporary practices alongside Scotland’s own world-class talent. Join us for some unforgettable tales and moments that bring us closer to nature, as we follow the trail of footprints and feathers and let our imagination take flight.

• SISF - Go Local
• £5.00
• 25 November 2026
• 60 minutes
• 19:30
• Scottish International Storytelling Festival
• Regional Events
• 8+