
Balancing in Freedom
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Balancing in Freedom is a multi-art form event in Edinburgh where Iddo Oberski and Svjetlana explore personal history, disability and philosophy. The performance blends storytelling with dialogue to examine how challenging experiences shape identity. It is scheduled for 20 November 2026 at the Scottish Storytelling Centre with tickets from £10 to £12.
Balancing in Freedom is a journey through the landscape of personal story, searching for meaning, connection and expression. In this unique blending of multiple art forms, Iddo Oberski takes us on a deeply personal exploration of his family’s Holocaust history, his own disability and Rudolf Steiner’s Philosophy of Freedom. In regular dialogue with his larger-than-life collaborator Svjetlana, Iddo is shown gently how such diverse and challenging experiences may never be fully understood. They shape us, and through creating art we may come closer to making some sense of ourselves, human life and the world we live in. Described by critics as ‘exceptional’ and ‘spell-binding’, with five-star reviews from The Student and four stars from The Herald, The Skinny and Scotsgay Arts. Following sold-out shows at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Balancing in Freedom continues to tour in 2026. Written and performed by Iddo Oberski with Mark Kydd as Creative Mentor and Co-Director.
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Balancing in Freedom takes place on Friday, 20 November 2026.
Balancing in Freedom is held at Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh (43 - 45 High Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SR).
Tickets for Balancing in Freedom are priced at £10 - £12. Live prices and availability are shown on scottishstorytellingcentre.online.red61.co.uk.
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Scottish Storytelling Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Balancing in Freedom can be booked via scottishstorytellingcentre.online.red61.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.

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Balancing in Freedom is a multi-art form event in Edinburgh where Iddo Oberski and Svjetlana explore personal history, disability and philosophy. The performance blends storytelling with dialogue to examine how challenging experiences shape identity. It is scheduled for 20 November 2026 at the Scottish Storytelling Centre with tickets from £10 to £12.
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Balancing in Freedom is a journey through the landscape of personal story, searching for meaning, connection and expression. In this unique blending of multiple art forms, Iddo Oberski takes us on a deeply personal exploration of his family’s Holocaust history, his own disability and Rudolf Steiner’s Philosophy of Freedom. In regular dialogue with his larger-than-life collaborator Svjetlana, Iddo is shown gently how such diverse and challenging experiences may never be fully understood. They shape us, and through creating art we may come closer to making some sense of ourselves, human life and the world we live in. Described by critics as ‘exceptional’ and ‘spell-binding’, with five-star reviews from The Student and four stars from The Herald, The Skinny and Scotsgay Arts. Following sold-out shows at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Balancing in Freedom continues to tour in 2026. Written and performed by Iddo Oberski with Mark Kydd as Creative Mentor and Co-Director.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Balancing in Freedom?
Balancing in Freedom takes place on Friday, 20 November 2026.
Where is Balancing in Freedom taking place?
Balancing in Freedom is held at Scottish Storytelling Centre in Edinburgh (43 - 45 High Street, Edinburgh Old Town EH1 1SR).
How much are tickets for Balancing in Freedom?
Tickets for Balancing in Freedom are priced at £10 - £12. Live prices and availability are shown on scottishstorytellingcentre.online.red61.co.uk.
Is there anywhere to stay near Balancing in Freedom?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Scottish Storytelling Centre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Balancing in Freedom?
Tickets for Balancing in Freedom can be booked via scottishstorytellingcentre.online.red61.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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