The Capital has attracted national and international stars over the years, but it has also seen plenty of local talent develop and hundreds of school and community productions.
Here’s a selection of photographs drawn from the Evening News archive, illustrating the drama the stage and behind the scenes in the 1950s and 1960s.
Take a look through the old photos and get a flavour of life in Edinburgh 60 or 70 years ago.
13. Gang Show hair cuts
Scouts get their hair cut for the Gang Show rehearsals at the King's Theatre Edinburgh in November 1968. | TSPL Photo: Albert Jordan
14. Gang show scarecrow
Scouts rehearse their scarecrow act for the Gang Show, at the King's Theatre Edinburgh in November 1968. | TSPL Photo: Albert Jordan
15. Wardrobe department
The wardrobe department for the Gang Show, held at the King's Theatre Edinburgh in November 1968. | TSPL Photo: Ian Porteous
16. Behind the scenes
Women working backstage to paint sets and props for the Gang Show, at the King's Theatre Edinburgh in November 1968. | TSPL Photo: Joe Steele