Storytelling

Marjolein Robertson: Shetland Nordic Saga

By Marjolein Roberston

Produced by Off The Kerb Productions

Thursday 27 August: 5.00pm

A Shetland story steeped in both historic truth and elements of myth. Set in the days of the Norse, following Auslag, the daughter of the Jarl who becomes an outcast in her own community. The story includes raids, monsters in the night and blood eagles. Combining folklore and history from Andrew T. Cluness Trouble with Trolls, storyteller Marjolein Robertson brings Auslag’s story to life on the stage.

‘Phenomenal’ ★★★★★ (List)
‘Spellbinding’ ★★★★★ (One4Review)
‘Robertson is simply outstanding in her role’ ★★★★★ (Quintessential Review)

This will be a special stripped-back version of the hit Fringe show, reimagined for Shedinburgh.

• Spoken Word
• £13.50
• 27 August 2026
• 60 minutes
• 17:00
• Shedinburgh @ Assembly Checkpoint
• Age 15+ (Guideline)