A new series of live-streamed conversation, spoken word and music gigs

Created and curated by Jackie Kay

Makar 2 Makar showcases a line-up of established literary talent and emerging voices from Scotland and around the world.

With lockdown closing literary festivals, Kay is curating these live events to entertain and accompany people in isolation.

The free events stream on National Theatre of Scotland’s Youtube and Facebook channels every Thursday at 7pm for 16 weeks, with each show lasting approximately 40 minutes.

Each event features one or two “makars” and a singer, who closes the show with a song. Every week Jackie Kay introduces the makar of the week, who in turn announces the following weeks makar. Next week's show features Val McDermid.

For more information visit makar2makar.com

PRODUCED BY THE NATIONAL THEATRE OF SCOTLAND IN ASSOCIATION WITH HOME MANCHESTER, EDINBURGH INTERNATIONAL BOOK FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL OF ARTS AND MEDIA, SALFORD