# Event Details - **Event Name**: New College Festival – David Ireland in conversation with Donald Smith - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 03:30 pm – Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 04:30 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: David Ireland in conversation with Donald Smith – ‘The Fifth Step’ and ‘Coldwater’About this Event‘The Fifth Step’ is David Ireland’s grimly comic and provocative play about recovery, intimacy and faith. It was produced in 2024 by National Theatre of Scotland, and after a short run, transferred to @sohoplace, where it was produced by Playful Productions and Neal Street, starring Martin Freeman and Jack Lowden. In the play, Luka, newly arrived at Alcoholics Anonymous, is searching for a sponsor, and James, older and long established in the programme, seems the ideal guide through the twelve steps. Ireland’s recent ITV drama ‘Coldwater’ (2025), also explores gripping themes of faith, masculinity, mistrust and secrecy, taking place within a small and intimate Scottish community. The event will be chaired by festival favourite Donald Smith, and the two will speak about the themes, questions and ideas that run throughout all Ireland’s work.In association with the Scottish International Storytelling Festival.AccessibilityWe are committed to providing an accessible and inclusive attendee experience. In line with fire safety regulations attendees using a wheelchair must be able to self-transfer to an evac chair in order to safely evacuate the building.If you have specific accessibility needs or accommodation requests please let us know during registration or contact us in advance by emailing divinity.news@ed.ac.uk.Additional information can be found at Accessibility Information: New CollegeVenue & TravelThe event will take place at New College on the Mound. Please access via the glass door through main gated entrance.New College is very accessible on foot, bike and bus. We would encourage all attendees to consider sustainable travel options to the event. Car parking is not available and limited only to nearby street parking:Find parking bays – The City of Edinburgh CouncilFurther information on the venue and travel options can be found atTravel Options - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/edinburgh/new-college-festival-david-ireland-in-conversation-with-donald-smith/100001996243432845 - **Event Categories**: festivals, art, theatre, performances, entertainment, storytelling - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 1 hour - Location: Martin Hall, New College, School of Divinity - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 8, max: 12, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Edinburgh - **state**: SC - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: Martin Hall, New College, School of Divinity - **lat**: 55.9498931 - **long**: -3.1953133 - **full address**: Martin Hall, New College, School of Divinity, Mound Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: New College Festival – David Ireland in conversation with Donald Smith - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/d984d2926b3bde432fbf8e3a807106dbe1adf8926e495d198db0bb83644b3753-rimg-w1200-h600-dcf8a808-gmir.jpg?v=1787105197 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is New College Festival - David Ireland in conversation with Donald Smith being held? - **A:** New College Festival - David Ireland in conversation with Donald Smith takes place on Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 03:30 pm to Sat, 07 Nov, 2026 at 04:30 pm at Martin Hall, New College, School of Divinity, Mound Place, Edinburgh, United Kingdom. - **Q**: Who is organizing New College Festival - David Ireland in conversation with Donald Smith? - **A:** New College Festival - David Ireland in conversation with Donald Smith is organized by School of Divinity. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** New College Festival - David Ireland in conversation with Donald Smith is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Edinburgh, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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