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549: Scots of the Spanish Civil War is about a moment in history where there was a collective international effort to fight against fascism. This story of solidarity, friendship and standing up for what you believe in is more vital now than ever before. We are streaming the show digitally so you can enjoy it from the comfort of your own homes.

In association with Citizens Theatre, Brunton Theatre and supported by Ayr Gaiety.

1936. In villages, towns and cities across Scotland, 549 lives are gradually intertwining. People of contrasting backgrounds, ideologies and religions. Spurred on by their burning passion for equality and freedom, they will form the Scottish ranks of the Spanish Civil War’s legendary International Brigade.

2017. The country is divided. In a small pub in Prestonpans, East Lothian, four millennials are told a story.

The true story of four local miners who, 80 years ago, travelled from the streets of Prestonpans to the valleys of Spain. They gave up everything that was familiar: for a land that was not; for a people they had never met; and for a cause they believed was right.

549, a play with songs and storytelling, is a timely insight into one of Scotland’s almost forgotten conflicts.

549 is accompanied by an interactive website (www.549.scot) celebrating local volunteers of the International Brigade supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.

Supported by Creative Scotland, Heritage Lottery Fund, East Lothian Partnership Fund and Unity Theatre Trust with generous donations from Legacy Hotels and ASLEF.

Cast
Robbie Gordon, Rebekah Lumsden, Michael MacKenzie, Nicholas Ralph, Cristian Ortega, Josh Whitelaw

Writers
Jack Nurse &
Robbie Gordon

Director
Jack Nurse

Designer
Catherine McLauchlan

Lighting Designer
Benny Goodman

Dramaturg
Douglas Maxwell

Composers
VanIves

Producer
Steph Connell