News from our Tonic Arts Programme

We are delighted to announce the winner of this year’s Tonic Arts Purchase Prize, awarded at the prestigious Royal Scottish […]

A recap of the insightful discussions and key takeaways from our Tonic Arts Network Event on 11th March focusing on our Havens staff wellbeing participatory arts project.

Following on from the success of the Oedipus Rex performance at the Edinburgh International Festival last August, we are delighted […]

Our “Festival Fridays” programme invites world-class artists to step outside the usual, traditional venues and set a different stage, performing for patients and staff in hospitals across Lothian.

NHS Lothian staff members have earned rave reviews for their participation in Scottish Opera’s recent production of Oedipus Rex at […]

NHS Lothian Charity’s Tonic Arts Programme took home gold at the Scottish Design Awards for their holistic and pioneering art and environment strategy at East Lothian Community Hospital in Haddington.

NHS Lothian Charity: Tonic Arts and Edinburgh International Festival are delighted to announce the continuation of their exciting partnership, bringing the magic of live music directly to patients and staff across NHS Lothian hospitals.

Ian Mackenzie, NHS Lothian Charity, Green Health Programme Manager, shares his reflections and takeaways from the recent Tonic Arts and Green Health Network Event.

The latest project has created bright, stimulating Speech and Language Therapy rooms to support children and young people on their communication journey.

The collaboration aimed to integrate the healing power of music and performance into the healthcare environment. The concerts featured a blend of original stories and well-loved songs, creating a joyful, festive atmosphere.