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EDEN COURT THEATRE SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

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WELCOME TO YOUR BRAND NEW EDEN COURT BROCHURE FOR SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009. There are so many brilliant shows coming in the next few months that it’s been quite a challenge to actually fit everything in to the space available! As always, I’ve tried to put together a programme which appeals as widely as possible. Whether you are a regular theatre-goer or someone who pops in occasionally, I’m sure you’ll find something in the next 60 pages that tickles your fancy! September sees us welcome another brilliant musical – the West End version of the cult 80’s movie, Little Shop of Horrors (P4&5). It’s a big stage production with a giant man-eating plant, an armful of memorable songs, and a star-studded cast including Alex Ferns (Evil Trevor from Eastenders!). 2009 is Scotland’s ‘Year of Homecoming’ and we will be holding a number of brilliant events throughout October in celebration, including a quite simply stunning version of Macbeth (P6) performed outdoors by visionary Polish theatre company Teatr Biuro Podrozy. When this show appeared at the Edinburgh Fringe in 2007 it gained rave reviews, multiple awards, and left audiences speechless – it’s not to be missed. Eden Court’s fabulous family panto makes a welcome return; this year we’ll be treated to the magical story of Jack and the Beanstalk (P8&9). The show is written by the BAFTA award winning creators of The Tweenies, produced by one of the UK’s brightest panto companies and is sure to be one of the best pantos to grace the Empire Stage in many years. I haven’t had time to mention that we’ll also be joined by the brilliantly entertaining Ennio Marchetto (P10), the sublimely talented national companies Scottish Ballet (P14) and Scottish Opera (P32&33), one of the leading lights of the Scottish dance scene in David Hughes Dance (P12) and we’ll also see a return visit to Inverness from the amazing London Community Gospel Choir (P11). I hope you’ll agree that this could be our best season yet – Enjoy! Best wishes,

Colin Marr Theatre Director

SUPPORTED BY SUPPORTED BY EDEN COURT IS SUPPORTED BY:

TICKETS AND INFORMATION CONTACT US & HOW TO FIND US ACCESS TIMETABLE HIGHLIGHTS LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS MACBETH - WHO IS THAT BLOODIED MAN? THE STEAMIE JACK AND THE BEANSTALK ENNIO MARCHETTO LONDON COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR

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DANCE THE RED ROOM FOUND A WEE HOME FROM HOME SCOTTISH BALLET - 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR SCOTTISH BALLET - THE NUTCRACKER

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BLAS EVENTS

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FAMILY ISLAND NIGHTS ENTERTAINMENTS THE SUN, THE MOON AND A BOY CALLED RIVER THE SINGING KETTLE THE SONGBIRD ONE LITTLE WORD BOOGIE PETE LIVE

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DRAMA CROCOSMIA SCARAMOUCHE JONES GRASSIC GIBBON THE SILVER DARLINGS BRIGHT BLACK I TAKE YOUR HAND IN MINE THE YELLOWING SCDA PLAYS ON WORDS GALA EVENING

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CLASSICAL MUSIC ROYAL SCOTTISH NATIONAL ORCHESTRA ORCHESTRAL SERIES SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE - SIDE BY SIDE SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE - WINTER LIGHT INVERNESS CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY INVERNESS CHORAL SOCIETY

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OPERA SCOTTISH OPERA - THE ELIXER OF LOVE THE ELIXER OF LOVE UNWRAPPED SCOTTISH OPERA - THE ITALIAN GIRL IN ALGIERS

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HOMECOMING SONGS OF EMIGRATION AND HOMECOMING NATURE'S HOMECOMING MICHAEL MCGOLDRICK TRIO THE FLIGHT OF THE ARCTIC TERN DES CLARKE & SUPPORT PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE

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TOUR-A-RURAL CEILIDH TAM O' SHANTER ST KILDA TAPES KNOCK KNOCK NOBODY'S HOME MEGA MANSIONS STRUTH RE STEALL / MARY ANN KENNEDY JULIE FOWLIS AND FRIENDS

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COMEDY SAMMY J IN THE FOREST OF DREAMS LITTLE JOHNNY'S BIG GAY MUSICAL ONLY AN EXCUSE? THE TOUR 2009 STEWART LEE GILDED BALLOON COMEDY CIRCUIT

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INVERNESS BOOK FESTIVAL INVERNESS BOOK FESTIVAL

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SPECIAL EVENTS ST ANDREW'S NIGHT SPECIAL EVENTS

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MUSIC THE ANIMALS & FRIENDS … WITH SPECIAL GUEST SPENCER DAVIS NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA SCOTLAND COLLECTIVE NORTHERN MEETING PIPING COMPETITIONS INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT DICK GAUGHAN THE BAND OF HER MAJESTY'S ROYAL MARINES SCOTLAND VAMPIRES ROCK KEITH JACK IN CONCERT THE HOT SEATS BACK TO THE CAVERN THE BLUES BAND HOW SWEET IT IS - THE MOTOWN SHOW INNER OCTAVES MUSIC DANNSA MEETS BEOLACH LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO, PLUS SUPPORT THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS SHOW HIGHLAND YOUNG MUSICIANS 21 UHI ROCKOFF MALINKY

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CHRISTMAS THE MACDONALD BROS "X-MAS" SHOW CLIC SARGENT CAROL CONCERT HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT UNDER A STARRY SKY THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

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POSTAGE CHARGES If you wish to have your tickets posted to you, this will incur an 80p charge per transaction. Tickets can be collected from the Box Office at Eden Court, or at our Sales Desk in the Eastgate Centre.

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EDEN COURT FRIENDS In addition to many other benefits throughout the year, Eden Court Friends receive generous discounts off their ticket prices for most shows: £2 for each seat priced £10 or over and £1 off seats under £10. This is in addition to any reduced rate that you are entitled to. For further details on Eden Court Friends, pick up a leaflet in the theatre, browse our website, or contact the Development Department on 01463 239 841.

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REDUCED RATES Reduced price seats are available for most performances. Only one reduction applies per ticket. Reductions usually apply to under 18s, full-time students, people over 60, people claiming unemployment benefit, people with disabilities, people on income support and parties of 10 or more. We may ask to see proof of reduced rate status. People with disabilities may bring an escort at a reduced rate price if assistance is needed. Eden Court is a member of Highland Council’s Plus One scheme. For further details please contact Highland Council on 01463 703 536. Eden Court Friends also receive generous additional discounts on ticket prices – for more information, see P17.

GIFT VOUCHERS Gift Vouchers make an ideal present and are available from the Box Office in any denomination. Please note that we do not offer, or accept Theatre Tokens.

GROUP BOOKINGS We love welcoming groups to Eden Court. We offer generous group discounts for many of our shows - see individual event pages, or ask staff for details.

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LITTLE SHOP WEST END LTD PRESENTS

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS MON 21 SEP – SAT 26 SEP MON 21 - SAT 26 | 20.00 + THU 24 & SAT 26 | 14.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

Direct from a sensational smash-hit West End season, the LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is open for business at Eden Court!

STARRING:

Alex Ferns

ley Claire Buck

Clive Rowe

Down and out Skid Row floral assistant Seymour becomes an overnight sensation when he discovers an exotic plant with a mysterious craving for fresh blood… Before long “Audrey II” turns out to be an ill-tempered, foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore who offers Seymour fame and fortune as long as he keeps feeding the plant’s growing appetite… but as Audrey II’s hungry demands increase, all that Seymour holds dear is threatened as the plant’s sinister agenda for global domination is unveiled…. This is a wickedly funny, family-friendly stage musical written by Alan Menken and Howard Ashman (who redefined the animated musical genre with Disney favourites The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin and Enchanted).Featuring an incredible animatronic man-eating plant, this critically acclaimed new production is bristling with great songs and laugh-out-loud lyrics. The performance on Sat 26 at 14.00 will be signed. www.littleshopthemusical.co.uk

SEAT PRICES MON 21 (EVE) £22.00 / £20.00 / £18.00 THU 24 (MAT) £24.50/ £22.50/ £20.50 TUE 22, WED 23, THU 24 (EVE) & SAT 26 (MAT) £26.50 / £24.50 / £22.50 FRI 25 & SAT 26 (EVE) £28.50 / £26.50 / £24.50 FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF MON 21 (EVE) & THU 24 (MAT) ONLY DISCOUNTS MON 21 (EVE) £20.00 / £18.00 / £16.00, GROUPS OF 10+ £19.00 / £17.00 / £16.00, UNDER 18S ALL TICKETS £12.00 THU 24 (MAT) £22.50 / £20.50 / £18.50, GROUPS OF 10+ £21.50 / £19.50 / £17.50, UNDER 18S ALL TICKETS £14.00

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HIGHLIGHTS / DRAMA 07 7+ 8-12

www.teatrbiuropodrozy.ipoznan.pl / www.polskayear.pl

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TEATR BIURO PODROZY PRESENTS

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MACBETH – WHO IS THAT BLOODIED MAN?

SEAT PRICES MON 16 (EVE) / THU 19 (MAT) £12.50

MON 19 OCT | 20.00 CAR PARK We are delighted to be involved in the celebrations for Scotland’s Year of Homecoming. As part of our larger programme of special Homecoming events (full details on P34-39) we have been able to bring this fantastic version of Shakespeare’s Macbeth to the Highlands for one night only. A real gem of modern outdoor theatre, this show garnered universal rave reviews when it first hit Scotland during 2007’s Edinburgh Fringe Festival. Based on Shakespeare’s Macbeth, Who Is That Bloodied Man? tells of human fate determined by destiny and inner necessity. Portraying the world 0-3world of nightmares, during the horror of war, the the world in blood, where it is legal to betray, to 3-6 intrigue, to kill. It reminds you of the tragic consequence, that 2+ continued, and crime once committed will be man’s death is not man’s end – he comes 4+ back as fear, remorse and obsession. Using their trade-mark stilts, fire and 5+ music, Polish theatre company, Teatr Biuro Podrozy deliver an unforgettable 7+ re-telling of the ‘Scottish play’ unlike any you will have seen before. Prepare 8-12 yourself for Macbeth – Polish style… with stilts, motorbikes and lots of 9+ smoke!

NEIL LAIDLAW PRODUCTIONS LTD PRESENTS

It's a production that shows this magnificent Polish company at its best, and a reminder that large-scale outdoor theatre really can be thoughtful, as well as an eyeful. LYN GARDNER, THE GUARDIAN

One of the most exciting things I have ever seen

THE STEAMIE MON 16 NOV – SAT 21 NOV MON 16 – SAT 21 20.00 SAT 21 NOV 14.00 THU 19 NOV SCHOOLS PERFORMANCE 13.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

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£15.00 – STANDING EVENT FRIENDS DISCOUNT £13.00

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FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFFAdults TICKETS EXCEPT MON 16 (EVE) & THU 10 (MAT) DISCOUNTS TUE 17 / WED 18 / THU 19 (EVE) £13.50 SAT 21 (MAT) £12.00 FRI 20 / SAT 21 (EVE) £15.50

Written by Tony Roper Music by David Anderson

THE GUARDIAN

Teatr Biuro Podrozy [are] one of those inimitable companies whose work, once seen, is never to be forgotten THE SCOTSMAN

One of the most electrifying pieces of theatre you’ll ever see THE HERALD

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PLEASE NOTE This is a standing only event with a running time of 1 hour. It will take place outside, so please dress for the weather!

It’s Hogmanay in a Glasgow washhouse, and the girls need to get their washing done before the bells.

Adults

Join Dolly, Magrit, Doreen and Mrs Culfeathers as they sing, laugh and cry their way through the last day of the year - with a little help from the not so handy Andy. The Steamie is one of Scotland’s most popular plays; 2008 was the 21st anniversary of the hugely popular and much-loved television adaptation. Don’t miss your chance to see this classic comedy on stage, right here at Eden Court!

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TUE 17 / WED 18 / THU 19 (EVE) £15.50 16+ SAT 21 (MAT) £14.00 FRI 20 / SAT 21 (EVE) £17.50

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The 20.00 performance on 21 Nov will be Signed and Audio Described. There will be a Touch Tour on Saturday 21 Nov at 19.00.

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SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

HIGHLIGHTS / PANTO 09

STARRING Iain Lauchlan as Dame Trot Clare Waugh as Jack Katrina Bryan (Nina from Nina and the Neurons) as the Fairy David Goodall as the King and the Giant Karl Woolley as Simple Simon

PERFORMANCE TIMES & TICKET PRICES MON

7 DEC

19.00

TUE

8 DEC

13.30

WED

9 DEC

19.00

THU

10 DEC

10.00

Preview 19.00

Preview

13.30

Preview

PUBLIC PREVIEW PRICES Full Price £10.00

Preview Children £8.00

FRI

11 DEC

13.30

19.00

SAT

12 DEC

14.15

19.00

SUN

13 DEC

No performance

MON

14 DEC

13.30

19.00

TUE

15 DEC

10.00

13.30

WED

16 DEC

13.30

19.00

THU

17 DEC

13.30

19.00

FRI

18 DEC

13.30

19.00

SAT

19 DEC

13.00

17.00

SUN

20 DEC

No performance

MON

21 DEC

13.30

19.00

TUE

22 DEC

13.30

19.00

WED

23 DEC

13.30

19.00

THU

24 DEC

13.00

17.00

FRI

25 DEC

No performance

SAT

26 DEC

13.00

17.00

SUN

27 DEC

13.00

17.00

Families £35.00 (two adults, up to two children)

PRICE OPTION 1 Full Price £13.00 / £12.00 / £10.00 Children £8.00

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Families £40.00 (two adults, up to two children) Adult Groups £10.50

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Reduced Rate £11.00 / £10.00 School & Youth Groups £9.00

PRICE OPTION 2 Full Price £15.00 / £14.00 / £12.00 Children £10.00 Families £46.00 (two adults, up to two children) Adult Groups £12.50

EDEN COURT AND IMAGINE THEATRE PRESENT

JACK AND THE BEANSTALK MON 7 DEC 2008 – SUN 10 JAN 2009 EMPIRE THEATRE Written by Iain Lauchlan and Will Brenton Directed by Iain Lauchlan Eden Court and Imagine Theatre invite you to take a trip to the beautiful village of Merrydale in the biggest and best family panto in Eden Court’s history. With a brand new panto company on board, and a script written by the BAFTA Award winning creator of ‘The Tweenies’, Jack and the Beanstalk is guaranteed to bring sacks full of family fun and festive cheer to Inverness this Christmas. Meet our hero, young Jack, a boy determined to make a name for himself in his small town. His chance comes when the evil giant Blunderbore and his wicked henchman Fleshcreep begin destroying the village, causing havoc wherever they go and finally, stealing the magic harp of Merrydale and kidnapping Princess Tamara…

www.imaginetheatre.co.uk In desperation, the King announces that whoever brings the harp and the Princess back home shall have the Princess’s hand in marriage. With the help of a friendly Fairy and some magic beans Jack sets off to save the Princess, recover the harp and defeat the giant. Jack and the Beanstalk..... Featuring the BIGGEST Giant in pantoland, is great fun for all the family, with all the usual pantomime ingredients – spectacular scenery, beautiful costumes, hilarious slapstick and bags of audience participation – tickets will be in high demand…

Reduced Rate £13.00 / £12.00 School & Youth Groups £9.00

MON

28 DEC

14.15

19.00

TUE

29 DEC

14.15

19.00

WED

30 DEC

14.15

19.00

THU

31 DEC

13.00

17.00

FRI

1 JAN

No performance

Children £12.00

SAT

2 JAN

13.00

17.00

SUN

3 JAN

13.00

17.00

Families £50.00 (two adults, up to two children)

MON

4 JAN

No performance

TUE

5 JAN

14.15

19.00

Reduced Rate £15.00 / £14.00

WED

6 JAN

14.15

19.00

School & Youth Groups £10.00

THU

7 JAN

14.15

19.00

FRI

8 JAN

14.15

19.00

SAT

9 JAN

13.00

17.00

SUN

10 JAN

13.00

17.00

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PRICE OPTION 3 Full Price £17.00 / £16.00 / £15.00 / £14.00

Adult Groups £13.50

Group Rates apply to parties of 10 or more

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Audio Described Performance at 19.00 (Preceded by a Touch Tour at 18.00)

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BSL Interpreted Performances at 13.30 and 19.00 (Preceded by a BSL Touch Tour at 12.30) Captioned Performance at 19.00

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GLYNIS HENDERSON PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

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UPBEAT MANAGEMENT PRESENTS

ENNIO MARCHETTO

LONDON COMMUNITY GOSPEL CHOIR

MON 28 SEP | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

TUE 24 NOV | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE In 1982 Rev Bazil Meade, Lawrence Johnson, Delroy Powell and John Francis formed the first concert gospel choir in Britain. 27 years later, the London Community Gospel Choir’s popularity just keeps growing! Trying to fit LCGC into a ‘box’ is virtually impossible. They create dynamic melodies with rich harmonies whether they are performing as an octet or as a 30-strong choir. LCGC is known for their funky gospel flair, swing-beat, R'n'B, traditional and soulful arrangements, with invigorating choreography and vocal gymnastics.

Ennio Marchetto 'the living cartoon' takes the art of mimicry and lightning-fast quick change into a new realm... The original quick change artist, he introduced the art of origami into theatrical magic. His screamingly funny and wildly entertaining solo performance features a whirlwind of superb paper costumes and split second transformations. Ennio uses his dynamic physical comedy and ingenious costumes to magically morph into parodies of more than 50 of the world's most recognisable cultural icons. Set to a brilliant soundtrack of hits, the highly original show includes a star-studded line up from the sublime to the ridiculous... everyone from Mona Lisa to Boy George, Celine Dion to Ozzie Osbourne, Dolly Parton to Amy Winehouse, and many more.

Prepare yourself for an evening of inspirational and uplifting popular hits combined with high energy choreography, power vocals and exceptional musical arrangements. A true Eden Court favourite, tickets for this aurally stunning event will be in short supply, so snap yours up quick! This tour is in association with GreenTree Productions and the Nelson Mandela Children’s Fund. Suitable for all the family www.lcgc.org.uk

Suitable for all the family www.enniomarchetto.com

A Knee Slapping Tour De Force. LOS ANGELES TIMES

Marchetto doesn't just impersonate the stars - he sends them up rotten. THE GUARDIAN

What this boy does is wonderfully, wickedly funny. It's all a matter of visual wit and a presence you warm to immediately. THE OBSERVER

SEAT PRICES £14.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF TICKETS FRIENDS DOUBLE DISCOUNT OFFER GET YOUR FRIENDS DISCOUNT ON TWICE THE NUMBER OF TICKETS. LIMITED AVAILABILITY, ONLY FIFTY SEATS AVAILABLE WITH THIS OFFER SO BOOK NOW.

SEAT PRICES £18.00

DISCOUNTS £12.00

FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS £16.00 UNDER 18S £10.00

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DAVID HUGHES DANCE PRODUCTIONS PRESENT CURIOUS SEED PRESENTS

THE RED ROOM FRI 25 SEP | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

Pestilence, decadence, grotesquery...

Director Al Seed Choreography David Hughes Lighting Design Alberto Santos Bellido Sound Design Guy Veale Costume Design Eve Lambert

Critics’ Dance Choice for 2009 Edinburgh Fringe THE GUARDIAN

Fast-moving, dramatic, performed with demonic energy and sly polish - this is a triumph for all concerned THE HERALD

A national treasure…how differently he performs from any other male of his generation THE GUARDIAN (ON DAVID HUGHES)

...one of Scotland's most respected physical theatre exponents... THE SCOTSMAN (ON AL SEED)

DANCE 13

FOUND

A WEE HOME FROM HOME

TUE 06 OCT | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

WED 04 & THU 05 NOV | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

Visionary dance proponents David Hughes and Al Seed reunite to present a stunning and radically re-engineered version of their contemporary and visually shocking version of Edgar Allan Poe’s classic tale The Masque of the Red Death. Barricaded in his opulent abbey-mansion a prince entertains a party of revellers whilst the world outside teeters on the brink of apocalypse. Weaving a multitude of dance traditions with extreme physical theatre this collaboration is a true horror show for the stage. David Hughes is one of the UK’s most acclaimed dancers. He has worked with many of the UK’s most notable companies including DV8, Rambert (who visited Eden Court in March), Phoenix, London Contemporary Dance Theatre and Siobhan Davies. Al Seed is Artistic Director of the 'Conflux' project, Creative Associate of The Arches and was the winner of a Fringe First 2004, and a Herald Angel 2008 for 'The Fooligan'. www.alseed.net www.davidhughesdance.co.uk

A satirical but affectionate portrait of Glasgow which is vivid and telling and quite brilliantly performed

You find a letter. It’s not yours. Do you read it? Christine Devaney, together with an outstandingly talented company, presents bold, beautiful and charged dance theatre. Found explores the fragile depths of human emotion as one person’s reality is deeply affected by a life imagined. Found will be performed to a specially devised live music soundtrack. Christine Devaney trained at London Contemporary Dance School and has been performing, choreographing and teaching for almost twenty years. She was a founding member of Dundee Rep. Dance Company (currently Scottish Dance Theatre) and for nine years performed with and was associate director with V-tol Dance Company.

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(Parental Caution: contains scenes of mild sex and violence)

SUPPORTED BYDavid Hughes Dance is supported by:

THE TRAVERSE THEATRE

www.curious-seed.co.uk Choreographed & Directed by Christine Devaney Music composed & performed live by Luke Sutherland & Jer Reid Created & Performed by Christine Devaney & Michael Sherin Designer Karen Tennent Lighting Designer Jeanine Davies Video Artist Jonathan Charles

THE SCOTSMAN

Performed by Michael Marra and Frank McConnell Returning to Glasgow Frankie knocks on a door to find no one home. With time on his hands he wanders the streets of his past and is swept up in the ensuing roller coaster of memories and emotions. Twenty-one years after this gem of a show first played to full houses and immense public acclaim, Highlands based plan B have reunited the original creative team to bring A Wee Home From Home to a new generation. Performed by Michael Marra and Frank McConnell, the duo create a double act full of warmth and charm with undertones of menace. Using an eclectic mix of raw live music, inspired, high-octane choreography and powerful theatricality, the show opens Scotland to its own wounds while celebrating a vibrant and indomitable spirit with pathos and a huge dose of humour. www.planbcreative.org Director GERRY MULGREW Choreography FRANK MCCONNELL Music MICHAEL MARRA Design KAREN TENNENT Lighting JEANINE DAVIES

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DISCOUNTS £6.00 / UNDER 18S £4.00

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Photo: Guy Veale

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14 DANCE

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

SCOTTISH BALLET PRESENTS

SCOTTISH BALLET PRESENTS

AUTUMN SEASON 2009 – 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR

THE NUTCRACKER

FRI 30 & SAT 31 OCT | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

WED 20 – SAT 23 JAN 2010 WED 20 – SAT 23 | 19.30 THU 21 & SAT 23 | 14.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

RUBIES Choreography: George Balanchine Music: Igor Stravinsky

WORKWITHINWORK Choreography: William Forsythe Music: Luciano Berio

IN LIGHT AND SHADOW Choreography: Krzysztof Pastor Music: Johann Sebastian Bach Renowned for its versatility, and applauded for its exciting, awardwinning repertoire, Scottish Ballet, Scotland’s national dance company, marks its 40th anniversary with a triple bill that captures perfectly the chic style of a company whose powerful athleticism and incredible personality continues to attract world-wide acclaim. Created by legendary choreographer and founder of New York City Ballet George Balanchine, Rubies was first performed by Scottish Ballet in 2005 and makes a welcome return to the Company’s repertoire for its 40th anniversary. Glamorous, witty and exciting, Rubies is one of Balanchine’s most delectable creations, featuring dazzling bejewelled costumes and the angular, jazz-tinged music of Igor Stravinsky. Choreographed by William Forsythe, Workwithinwork is a new addition to Scottish Ballet’s repertoire. Performed to the beautiful slow-building

arch of Berio’s Duetti for two violins, the choreography starts graceful and winding, before branching out in ever-increasing complexity. Making its much anticipated return to the stage is Krzysztof Pastor’s celebrated In Light and Shadow. Beginning with a delicate, reflective duet to the Aria from Bach’s Goldberg Variations, the piece twists and turns into a rich tapestry of explosive solos, duets and ensemble work set to Bach’s Third Orchestral Suite. www.scottishballet.co.uk

OUTSIDE IN Scottish Ballet’s Outside In offers a unique opportunity to get that little bit closer to Scotland’s national dance company. Delivered from the theatre stage, Outside In uses excerpts from the pieces, elements of sets, props and lighting and interviews with the artistic team, orchestra members and dancers to explore all aspects of the performance. Sat 31 Oct 16.00 Tickets: £5 (plus £3 off Autumn Season 2009 ticket price when purchased together) FREE PRE-SHOW TALKS Pre-show talks from members of Scottish Ballet’s artistic team provide an introduction and illuminating insight into the current programme. Artistic Director Ashley Page on the season’s repertoire: Fri 30 Oct 18.30 Resident Conductor Richard Honner on the music of Stravinsky, Berio and Bach: Sat 31 Oct 18.30 Tickets: FREE, but must be booked in advance at the boxoffice. The performance on Fri 30 Oct at 19.30 will be Audio Described, preceded by a Touch Tour at 18.30

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A magical doll’s house, an evil governess, and a nutcracker doll who may just be a handsome prince in disguise - this winter, prepare to enter a magical new world… Following on from the hugely successful productions of Cinderella and The Sleeping Beauty comes a revival of Artistic Director Ashley Page’s The Nutcracker, a sweet yet deliciously sharp take on ETA Hoffmann’s original story Nutcracker and the King of Mice. One Christmas Eve, Marie hears the story of a brave nutcracker that saves a princess from a horrible curse, and as she sleeps, she is transported into a surreal dream world where she must learn to fend for herself and discover the secret of true love. This fresh and vivid retelling of the famous Christmas story features stunning sets and costumes from international designer Antony McDonald, breathtaking choreography, Tchaikovsky’s sumptuous score played live by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra and the phenomenally talented, passionate dancers of Scotland’s national dance company. Suitable for all the family www.scottishballet.co.uk

£19.50 / £17.50 / £15.00 / £10.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

SCHOOLS: £9 PLUS ONE FREE TEACHER FOR EVERY TEN PUPILS GROUPS OF 10+ GET ONE FREE

ctacular Witty, spe rkingly and tear-je moving

, like no other A Nutcracker s as cl and full of mettle ***** THE HERALD

***** DAILY MAIL

FREE PRE-SHOW TALKS Join members of Scottish Ballet’s Artistic team for a fascinating, free, half- hour insight into The Nutcracker. Artistic Director Ashley Page discusses the creative process behind The Nutcracker, and Resident Conductor Richard Honner explores Tchaikovsky’s magnificent score. An exciting opportunity to ask anything you ever wanted to know about Scottish Ballet! Artistic Director Ashley Page: Thu 21 Jan 18.30 Resident Conductor Richard Honner: Fri 22 Jan 18.30

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DANCE 15

Tickets: FREE, but must be booked at the box office. SEAT PRICES

REDUCED RATE: £2.00 OFF

FAMILY INSIGHT EVENT If you’ve ever wondered what goes on behind the scenes of Scottish Ballet, this is your chance to find out! Insights take a detailed look at what happens backstage when the Company takes a production on tour. You will learn about the music and characters in The Nutcracker, and find out how costumes are made, with a chance to see them up close. Participants will also have the opportunity to watch the Company taking class, and may even get to meet one of the dancers and ask questions about their working life and training!

SCHOOLS: £9 PLUS ONE FREE TEACHER FOR EVERY TEN PUPILS

Sat 23 Jan, 11.00

GROUPS OF 10+ GET ONE FREE

Tickets: £5 / £3 Reduced Rate / £12 family of 4

FRI/SAT 19.30 £28 / £25 / £21 / £18.50 WED/THU 19.30 SAT 14.00 £26 / £23 / £19 / £16.50 THU 14.00 £22 / £19 / £15 / £14 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

The performance on Thu 21 Jan at 14.00 will be Audio-Described, preceded by a Touch Tour at 12.30

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IT PAYS TO JOIN BLAS 2009 SAT 05 – SAT 12 SEP | VARIOUS TIMES BLAS PIPING GALA SAT 05 SEP | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

THE LEGENDARY DOUGIE MACLEAN & BAND THU 10 SEP | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

Blas opens with a ‘Blast!’ at The Empire

We don’t use the term ‘Legendary’ lightly here in the Highlands but in this case it fits the stature and respect given to Scotland’s premier singer-songwriter – also a mean guitar and fiddle player - Dougie Maclean. Dougie is no stranger to the Highlands & Islands and often spends time on the west coast of Lewis. In tonight’s concert not only will you be entertained by this seasoned artiste but also by the sensational young local Gaelic singing group Canntaireachd as well as the young people from the two local fèis groups Fèis na h-Òige and Fèis a’ Bhaile who delighted us last year

Blas Festival’s opening night will be a grand celebration of piping starring some of the world’s finest pipers including the MacDonalds of Glenuig, Anna Murray, Ross Ainslie and Jarlath Henderson, plus The National Youth Pipe Band and the Northern Constabulary Community Pipe Band. FULL PRICE TICKET £18.00 REDUCED RATE OVER 60S: £16.00 CHILDREN & SCHOOL PUPILS: £5.00 FAMILY TICKET: £40.00 (2 ADULTS & 2 CHILDREN) FAMILY TICKET (WITH CEILIDH TICKET): £60.00 ADULT REDUCED RATE: £2.00 OFF TICKET PRICE (WITH CEILIDH TICKET)

BLAS CEILIDH SAT 05 SEP | 22.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE It’s Saturday night and you don't want the great music or atmosphere to end... Well we have just the thing for you! Put on your dancing shoes and make your way to the OneTouch Theatre where you can cèilidh dance the night away to one of Scotland’s finest cèilidh band's – The Occasionals. If your feet need a rest don’t worry – the lovely Anna Murray will keep you going with her stunning Gaelic singing. There will be food available to keep you on your feet! FULL PRICE TICKET £10.00 REDUCED RATE OVER 60S: £8.00 CHILDREN & SCHOOL PUPILS: £5.00 FAMILY TICKET (2 ADULTS & 2 CHILDREN): £25.00 FAMILY TICKET (WITH PIPING GALA TICKET): £60.00 ADULT REDUCED RATE: £2.00 OFF TICKET PRICE EDEN COURT FRIENDS: £1.00 OFF TICKET PRICE

FULL PRICE TICKET £22.00 REDUCED RATE OVER 60S: £18.00 CHILDREN & SCHOOL PUPILS: £5.00 FAMILY TICKET (2 ADULTS & 2 CHILDREN): £40.00 NO EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT • BLAZIN’ FIDDLES

BLAS GRAND FINALE • BARRA MACNEILS • TREAD SAT 12 SEP | 19.30 • CALEDONIAN CÈILIDH TRAIL EMPIRE THEATRE You’ve had a great festival! Join us for our Grand Finale featuring our own Highland fiddling supergroup Blazin Fiddles… They are joined by the equally famous Barra MacNeils from Cape Breton who have come over especially for Blas. To our delight we have Tread featuring the wonderful dancers who delighted us at last years Chieftains show. Our own local Caledonian Canal Cèilidh trail will round off what will be a superb night with surprises and prizes in store!!! FULL PRICE TICKET £22.00 REDUCED RATE OVER 60S: £18.00 £5.00 CHILDREN & SCHOOL PUPILS £40.00 FAMILY TICKET (2 ADULTS & 2 CHILDREN) NO EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT

By joining the Eden Court Friends you will help to make a real difference to the work of Eden Court. Your support will help us deliver an excellent programme of events all year round and if you want to, there are opportunities to get directly involved through volunteering or fundraising events.

YOU’LL BENEFIT FROM

MAKE IT A GIFT

• Generous ticket discounts • 10% off food in the restaurant and café bar • Reductions on regular classes • Special offers and events exclusively for Friends

Membership of the Eden Court Friends is the perfect gift for the arts lover. It’s great value and the benefits can be enjoyed again and again for the duration of the membership. You select the start date and we’ll send the welcome pack with membership card direct to the new member.

ANNUAL RATES Individual £20 Joint £32 Family £40 * *Rates apply from 01 October 2009.

YOU CAN JOIN TODAY BY CALLING 01463 234234 or pick up a leaflet at the Box Office. Eden Court is a registered charity and relies on public and private financial support for its work as the centre for arts in the Highlands.

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18 FAMILY

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

FAMILY 19

MULL THEATRE PRESENTS

ISLAND NIGHTS ENTERTAINMENTS

A delight for kids, parents and grandparents alike. The laughter, singing and inter-action is contagious!

SUN 13 SEP | 19:30 ONETOUCH THEATRE A ceilidh-style fusion of the best in Highlands and Islands theatre & storytelling, song & verse, music & dance. As a lone traveller searches for his identity and the old family home in the Highlands, he meets fellow travellers, each with a story to tell. Part of Homecoming 2009, Mull Theatre's new show features tales of adventure and suspense, with comedy, poetry and song from and about the West Highlands and Islands. With extracts from Para Handy, Whisky Galore, Kidnapped and Katie Morag.

There will be laughter, there will be drama, there will be live music - and a bit of a ceilidh dance at the end!

EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS

Suitable for all the family www.mulltheatre.com

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SUPPORTED BY

THE SINGING KETTLE PRESENTS

DISCOUNTS £8.00 / FAMILY TICKET £28.00 (GROUPS OF 4)

THE BOOGIE WOOGIE ZOO FRI 02 – SUN 04 OCT FRI 02 OCT | 16.00 SAT 03 OCT | 11.00, 14.00 & 17.00 SUN 04 OCT | 12.00 & 15.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

WEE STORIES – THEATRE FOR CHILDREN PRESENTS

THE SUN, THE MOON AND A BOY CALLED RIVER MON 14 SEP | 18:30 ONETOUCH THEATRE Two babies, born at exactly the same moment, under the exact same moon. One born a princess in a palace, the other the son of a poor woodcutter. A prophecy foretells they will marry, but the evil King will stop at nothing to prevent his daughter from marrying a commoner. A magical tale of good against evil and an unattainable quest, with many surprises along the way! Told in Wee Stories’ unique story-telling theatre style by the multi-award winning

Andy Cannon & Iain Johnstone (creators of The Emperor’s New Kilt; Treasure Island; Arthur, the Story of a King and Jock and the Beanstalk) and with evocative live music, The Sun, the Moon 0-3 and a Boy called River will be a magical night out for the whole family. 3-6

Family show with a lower age limit of 5+ www.weestoriestheatre.org

2+ 4+ 5+

SEAT PRICES £6.00

7+

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8-12 9+

Highly intelligent, highly entertaining, forget the kids, just go! THE SCOTSMAN

12+

Absolute masters of the art SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY

14+ 15+

It’s Boogie Woogie Time! Eden Court’s favourite children’s entertainers, THE SINGING KETTLE will be dancing and singing with the animals in their fantastic new stage show - Boogie Woogie Zoo. Party with the Penguins, Boogie with the Bears, and Jive with the Giraffes. It’s the Singing Kettle’s most colourful and dynamic show ever, where the animals run free and make music all day! Boogie Woogie Zoo is musical pandemonium with plenty to sing about. Join in with “Bunny Fou Fou”, “Animals Went in Two by Two”, “Do Your Ears Hang Low” and “Penguin Parade” where some lucky children will end up on stage to join in the excitement.

Cilla, Artie, Gary and Kevin are joined by the amazing talented animals of the zoo who sing and dance on their very own stage. A drumming panda, hand jiving monkey and a lion looking for his roar are some of the characters you’ll meet while the animals shake, swing, flap and strut to the crazy zoo sounds. You’ll be mesmerised by this nonstop, all action, festival of fun.

Remember - Come dressed as your favourite animal. Suitable for all the family. www.singingkettle.com

SEAT PRICES £10.00 FAMILY TICKET £36.00 (FOUR TICKETS) FRIENDS DISCOUNT EDEN COURT FRIENDS FAMILY TICKET £34.00 DISCOUNTS GROUPS 10 + £7.50

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20 FAMILY

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

FAMILY/DRAMA 21

M6 THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

ONE LITTLE WORD MON 9 NOV | 10.30 & 13.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

SUMMER BREEZE & NICK BROOKE LTD PRESENT

BOOGIE PETE LIVE WED 11 NOV | 11.00 & 13.00 EMPIRE THEATRE With Pete Hillier from the BAFTA award-winning BBC show Boogie Beebies. Are you ready to Boogie with Pete from CBeebies Boogie Beebies?

Conceived and Directed by Katrina Caldwell Music and libretto by David Paul Jones

The much-loved Peter Hillier will take to the Eden Court stage this November with his brand new show Boogie Pete Live! Join Pete as he shows you moves, magic and silliness in this fun packed show!

GIANT IN ASSOCIATION WITH PLATFORM PRESENTS

THE SONGBIRD FRI 30 & SAT 31 OCT FRI 30 | 10.30 &13.30 SAT 31 | 10.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

A beautiful and gentle story of friendship, power struggles and the rich world of creative play brought to life by internationally renowned M6 Theatre Company.

Giant - the Inclusive Theatre Specialists - join forces with acclaimed composer David Paul Jones for a unique and innovative development in music theatre for all children aged 8 years and over and their families. The Songbird follows the tale of an extraordinary exotic bird0-3 captured in the tranquil solitude of the forest by a ruthless 3+ logger who is captivated by her song. The logger takes the bird on a dangerous voyage across the ocean to the cut and thrust 3-6 of the metropolis. The bird is put on the stage to sing, gloriously at first, and then searching and faltering, while the 2+ bird catcher revels in the limelight. Will the bird survive or will its song become a poignant memory of a lost world? 4+ Using live music, a language of specially developed ‘sound 5+ poetry’ and Giant’s interactive sensory performance techniques, The Songbird is a subtle story with a powerful 7+ emotional punch. www.giantproductions.org

8+

One Little Word is specially created for young children 3+ and contains only ONE spoken word. We meet two characters who play together – exploring a new space, new objects, dressing up and taking turns - but struggles arise when one of them wants to be the ONLY Captain of the ship! Devised by M6 Theatre Company, the team behind this beautifully crafted and moving production includes internationally acclaimed theatre artists Andy Manley (Director) and Tayo Akinbode (Composer/Musician) M6 Theatre Company is acknowledged as one of Britain’s leading theatre companies specialising in creating and delivering dynamic, high quality and relevant productions for young audiences. Please note – running time approx 35 minutes www.m6theatre.co.uk

DISCOUNTS FAMILY TICKET: £20.00 FOUR TICKETS

M6 Theatre Company are experts in producing theatre for young people MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS

SUPPORTED BY

12+ Glasgow East Community Planning Partnership

14+ 15+ 16+ Adults

www.boogiepete.com

3-6

SEAT 2+ PRICES £7.50

What makes it is the presenter Pete Hillier, engaging and warm and the children love him

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THE GUARDIAN

DISCOUNTS £6.50 5+

7+

Touching and funny METRO

8-12

LITTLE BULB THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS 9+

CROCOSMIA 12+ MON 31 AUG – THU 01 SEP | 19.30 14+ ONETOUCH THEATRE

Crocosmia won a Scotsman Fringe First award at the 2008 Edinburgh Festival Fringe and Little Bulb Theatre company received the Total Theatre Award for Best Graduate Company and the Arches Brick Award – it is a truly stunning play.

8-12 9+

0-3

15+ Crocosmia tells the tale of the orphaned Brackenberg siblings as they try to make sense of the world in their own unique way. Cue 16+romantic sepia slide shows and ingenious hilarious cake puppetry, experiments with bulbs, all backed by their parents' vintage record collection. Adults

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Come and join in with all your favourite songs and dances; GO, GO MANGO, HEY MONKEY, OCEAN MOTION and many, many more.

Suitable for all the family 0-3

www.littlebulbtheatre.blogspot.com 3+

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SEAT PRICES £10.00

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2+ 4+

5+

DISCOUNTS REDUCED RATE £8.00

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MUSIC 22 DRAMA

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

DRAMA MUSIC 23

ESRA TAF THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

SCARAMOUCHE JONES FRI 11 & SAT 12 SEP | 20:00 ONETOUCH THEATRE By Justin Butcher

HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE PRESENTS

THE SILVER DARLINGS TUE 15 – SAT 19 SEP TUE 15, WED 16, FRI 18 | 19.30 THU 17 | 13.30 & 19.30 SAT 19 | 14.00 & 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE HIS MAJESTY’S THEATRE PRESENTS

Following last year’s hugely successful production of Lewis Grassic Gibbon’s Sunset Song, His Majesty’s Theatre return once more to Eden Court with a brand new interpretation of Neil Gunn’s epic tale of the land and sea, a story of love lost and found again The Silver Darlings .

GRASSIC GIBBON Scaramouche Jones is a comical, poignant and moving one-man performance about the remarkable life of a 100 year old circus clown. Making full use of an evocative and imaginative set, and with an originally composed soundtrack, this is a production that will stay with you long after you’ve left your seat…. Within the makeshift dressing room of a circus tent,0-3 Scaramouche Jones re-lives the incredible chapters of his colourful past, vividly bringing to life the people,3-6 places and events that shaped his destiny. 2+

Scaramouche was always fated to be a clown…and from 4+ his birth, his life was to be a vivid odyssey of extraordinary 5+ adventures… Now, as the champagne corks fly on 7+ millennium eve, his hundredth birthday, 8-12 Scaramouche is about to give his final performance. 9+

12+

MON 09 & TUE 10 NOV | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE This recital of a new play by author and broadcaster Jack Webster, follows Scottish writer Lewis Grassic Gibbon through his struggle for recognition in his youth to his successful years and premature death at just 34. Produced by His Majesty’s Theatre, it tells the story of J Leslie Mitchell – otherwise known as Lewis Grassic Gibbon – from his early years in Auchterless and Arbuthnott through to his later life in Welwyn Garden in Hertfordshire. A prolific author both in his own right and using his pseudonym, he wrote a total of 17 books on subjects as diverse as archaeology and exploration. 0-3 However, it is as Grassic Gibbon that he is best known and in particular for his trilogy A Scots Quair – Sunset 3+ Song, Cloud Howe and Grey Granite. An adaptation on the trilogy was a huge success on BBC TV in the 1970s 3-6 starring Vivien Heilbron in the central role of Chris Guthrie. This production maps out Mitchell’s life and tells 2+ of his school years, his struggle for recognition and his success in his productive later years. 4+

Set in the period following the Highland Clearances, The Silver Darlings tells the tale of a community forced from the land to the coast and their struggle to find a new living from the sea along the north coast of Scotland. The story follows Catrine from her early life with her first love and husband Tormad; through her anguish when he is taken at sea by a press gang the subsequent years of torture not knowing whether he is dead or alive. This hugely poignant tale is directed by Kenny Ireland, designed by Hayden Griffin, is dramatised by award winning playwright Peter Arnott, and has a brand new score written by renowned composer Matthew Scott. This timeless tale will be told by a brilliantly talented ensemble of actors, including Inverness’ very own Jimmy Chisholm (last seen here in NTS’ Be Near Me) and Ann Louise Ross (Ma from Sunshine on Leith, and Peer’s Mother from Peer Gynt)

0-3 3-6

The performance on Wed 16 Sep at 19.30 will be Signed There will be a Touch Tour on Sat 19 Sep at 13.00 2+ The performance on Sat 19 Sep at 14.00 will be Audio 4+ Described The performance on Sat 19 Sep at 19.30 will be Captioned www.hmtaberdeen.com

14+

SEAT PRICES £10.00

9+ 12+

SEAT PRICES 14+ WED 16 & THU 17 19.30 £19.50 / £17.50 / £15.50 THU 17 13.30 & TUE 15 19.30 ALL TICKETS £15.50 (NO REDUCED RATE)

15+

SAT 19 14.00 £17.50 / £15.50 / £13.50

5+ 7+

DISCOUNTS £8.00

FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF ALL TICKETS Adults

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16+

Adults

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8+

SEAT PRICES £15.50

16+

15+

FRI 18 & SAT 19 19.30 £22.00 / £20.00 / £18.00

www.hmtaberdeen.com

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7+ 8-12

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF ALL TICKETS

www.jhrmusics.co.uk/scaramouche

5+

8-12

DISCOUNTS REDUCED RATES £2.00 OFF ALL TICKETS, (EXCEPT THU 17 13.30 & TUE 15 19.30)

9+

UNDER 18S £10.00/ THU 17 13.30 & TUE 15 19.30 £8.0019.30 £8.00

JIMMY CHISHOLM

DISCOUNTS £13.50 12+ 14+

ANN LOUISE ROSS

0-3 3+

24 DRAMA

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SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

DRAMA 25

3-6 2+

VOX MOTUS IN ASSOCIATION WITH PLATFORM AND SUPPORTED 4+ BY CUMBERNAULD THEATRE AND FIFE ARTS TRUSTS PRESENTS

BRIGHT BLACK

5+

TUE 29 SEP & WED 30 SEP | 20:00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

7+ 8+

Following on from last year’s fantastically funny, critically acclaimed ‘SLICK’, the creative talents of the Vox Motus team return to Eden Court. 8-12 Magic. Imagination. Passion. In a mythical underworld inhabited by dark 9+ dreams and terrifying demons a young heroine begins a quest to find her dead lover and bring him back to the world of the living. 12+

Combining illusion, digital media and new writing, Vox Motus’ latest production is a visual treat that takes you on a macabre journey into the 14+ shadowy recesses of love, life and death.

With commissioned music by Michael John McCarthy (Zoey van Goey) 15+ and choreography by Natasha Gilmore (The Blank Album).

What the press said about Slick:

Unsuitable For Young Children

Faultless, fast-paced, brilliant sense of style

www.voxmotus.co.uk

16+ Adults

SEAT PRICES £10.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS £8.00

THU 01 OCT | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE A play suggested by the love letters of Anton Chekhov and Olga Knipper by Carol Rocamora by arrangement with MBA Literary Agents

0-3 3+ 3-6 2+ 4+

Russian playwright Anton Chekhov wrote 412 love letters to actress 5+ Olga Knipper, and she as many to him, during their six-year relationship. 7+ With great sensitivity, Chekhovian scholar and translator Carol Rocamora weaves together remnants of these letters into a rich and 8+ passionate tale, of love, longing, rapture and despair, giving us a glimpse into the creative minds of the great Moscow Art Theatre in a 8-12 story which is simply told by two actors. May not be suitable for younger audiences

9+

www.lynchpinptc.co.uk 12+

SEAT PRICES £10.00

14+

FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS £8.00

The sheer inventiveness of the staging takes your breath away **** METRO

LYNCHPIN PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

I TAKE YOUR HAND IN MINE

****SCOTSMAN

15+

16+ Adults

PEST IN ASSOCIATION WITH SCOTTISH MENTAL HEALTH ARTS AND FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTS

THE YELLOWING

SCOTTISH COMMUNITY DRAMA ASSOCIATION PRESENTS

SUN 04 OCT | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

PLAY ON WORDS GALA EVENING

0-3 3+

Jane is making a professional comeback in an unfamiliar city. Far from home and husband, her days surrounded by3-6 stimulating young artists again, she has spent her nights locked in a hotel room with incomprehensible wallpaper. 2+ Tonight Jane will make a decision that may mean her family 4+ never get ‘mummy back like she used to be’. The YelloWing is a contemporary response to turn-of-the-century feminist short story The Yellow Wallpaper by Charlotte Perkins 5+ Gilman. 7+

Gilman’s ground-breaking work explores powerful ideas about women’s wellbeing and the relationship between 8+ mental health and creativity. The YelloWing is a highly physical solo performance using visual art, AV projection, 8-12 shadow play and object manipulation.

SAT 7 NOV | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICES £6.50

12+ 14+

FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS £5.50

15+

16+of We’ll also be showing a selection of brilliant movies as part our involvement with the festival … if celluloid’s your thing Adults we’ve got it covered. The Misfits (PG) – Thu 1 Oct at 20.30 The Dresser (PG) – Thu 8 Oct at 20.15 Brazil (15) – Sun 11 Oct at 19.15 Being John Malkovich (15) – Sun 18 Oct at 19.45 Midnight Cowboy (18) – Wed 21 Oct at 19.30

3+ 3-6 2+

This is your chance to see the top 3 winning One-Act 4+ Plays in the Scottish Community Drama Association's 2009 Playwriting Competition. 5+ Why not come along and hear the final results and the 7+ professional judge's comments on the plays as pieces of dramatic writing! 8+

The winning authors will then receive their prize cheques. The SCDA is most grateful for generous sponsorship from 8-12 Honorary President Richard Wilson, the John D. Scott Trust Fund and the James Scotland Legacy Fund. www.scda.org.uk

There will be a post-show discussion at 20.45 with members 9+ of the company. www.mhfestival.com

0-3

9+

12+

SEAT PRICES £10.00

14+

FRIENDS DISCOUNT £8.00 DISCOUNTS NO REDUCTIONS

15+ 16+ Adults

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SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

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orchestral series 09 10 Eden Court’s 2009 - 2010 Orchestral Series continues into the new year with visits from the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra on Friday 5 March 2010 and the Scottish Chamber Orchestra on Sunday 11 April. Don’t forget that the best way to experience these orchestras is by buying a subscription! Not only can you make substantial savings over the cost of individual ticket prices, but subscribers also receive complimentary programme notes and offers.

If the word 'genius' still has any meaning in this age of rampant hyperbole, Trisdee is truly a living example. ROBERT MARKOW, OPERA MAGAZINE

EDEN COURT PRESENTS

ROYAL SCOTTISH NATIONAL ORCHESTRA THU 26 NOV | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE lenaghan David McC

The Royal Scottish National Orchestra brings ‘a little night music’ to Inverness, with an evening of popular and relaxing classics to kick off Eden Court’s 2009 -2010 Orchestral Series Concerts.

SEAT PRICES £25.00 / £22.00 / £18.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT £23.00 / £20.00 / £16.00 OVER 60S £21.00 / £18.00 / £14.00 DISCOUNTS £23.00 / £20.00 / £16.00 STUDENTS/UNWAGED/DISABLED £8.00 UNDER 26S £8.00 UNDER 18S £5.00

BBC SCOTTISH SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA

SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA

FRI 05 APR 2010 | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

SUN 11 APR 2010 | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

British-born Andrew Manze has established a reputation as one of the most stimulating and energetic conductors of his generation. Here he opens and closes the programme with two works by Brahms. The Tragic Overture, composed in 1880, has no particular drama in mind, but perhaps evokes the mood of high tragedy in general. The shadow of Beethoven loomed heavily over Brahms, resulting in the 15 year gestation of his First Symphony, only finished in his early forties - but what a masterpiece. To complete the evening Stella McCracken, principal oboe with the BBC SSO, plays Mozart’s sublime Oboe Concerto.

The Scottish Chamber Orchestra makes a welcome return to the Highlands with a programme of melodious, big-hearted masterpieces, directed by popular Swiss conductor Thierry Fischer. The programme opens with Haydn's March for the Royal Society of Musicians, before bright young Latvian violinist Baiba Skride takes the solo in Mozart's Concerto No 5 in A 'Turkish'. Brahms jolly Serenade No 1 closes this concert of folk influence music. www.sco.org.uk There will be a pre-performance talk at 19.15

www.bbc.co.uk/scotland/music/bbcsso

RSNO Principal Horn David McClenaghan takes centre stage to perform Mozart’s delightful Fourth Horn Concerto, and then the RSNO strings will take a moment to shine with Elgar’s charming and beautiful Serenade.

There will be a pre-performance talk at 19.15

The Orchestra then unites again under the baton of 23-year old Thai musical sensation Trisdee na Patalung, Resident Conductor of Bangkok Opera, for Beethoven’s light-hearted Symphony No8, bringing the evening to a fittingly joyful conclusion.

Brahms Mozart Brahms

Tragic Overture Oboe Concerto Symphony No.1

Stella McCracken Andrew Manze

Oboe Conductor

Brahms

March for the Royal Society of Musicians Violin Concerto No 5 in A ‘Turkish’ Serenade No 1

Thierry Fischer Baiba Skride

Conductor Violin

Haydn Mozart

Suitable for all the family www.rsno.org.uk There will be a pre-performance talk at 19.15 Mozart Mozart Elgar Beethoven

Eine kleine Nachtmusik Horn Concerto No4 Serenade for Strings Symphony No8

Trisdee na Patalung David McClenaghan

Conductor Horn

SEAT PRICES £25.00 / £22.00 / £18.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT £23.00 / £20.00 / £16.00 OVER 60S £21.00 / £18.00 / £14.00 DISCOUNTS £23.00 / £20.00 / £16.00 STUDENTS/UNWAGED/DISABLED £8.00 UNDER 26S £8.00 UNDER 18S £5.00

Subscription dates

PRICE

Existing subscribers wishing to reserve the same seats as in previous years should book before Friday 28 August 2009.

3 Concert Subscription (Price Bands A / B / C)

New subscribers should book by Friday 11 September to guarantee the same seats for all concerts.

OAP subscription £62.50 / £54.50 / £443.50

Adult subscription £67.50 / £60.00 / £49.00 Friends subscription £62.50 / £54.50 / £43.50 OAP Friends subscription £57.00 / £49.00 / £38.00

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28 CLASSICAL MUSIC 26 SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE (40TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON) PRESENTS

SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE (40TH ANNIVERSARY SEASON) PRESENTS

SIDE BY SIDE

WINTER LIGHT

WED 21 OCT | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

THU 10 DEC | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

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INVERNESS CHAMBER MUSIC SOCIETY

Dates for Autumn / Winter 2009 are as follows:

PIANO RECITAL BY ALASDAIR BEATSON WED 16 SEP | 20:00

There are Christmas concerts, and then there are the Scottish Ensemble Christmas concerts

KUNGSBACKA Kungsbacka Thistle Brass Quintet

THE FITZWILLIAM STRING QUARTET

Fitzwilliam String Quartet

THE TELEGRAPH

Alasdair Beatson

WED 14 OCT | 20:00

WITH MORAY WELSH (CELLO) MON 9 NOV | 20:00

Jonathan Morton and Clio Gould, violins and RSAMD strings Scottish Ensemble celebrate the opening of their 40th anniversary Scottish Season with a programme that ranges from the baroque to the twentieth century. We welcome the return of Clio Gould, who joins Jonathan Morton in one of JS Bach’s most famous works, the Concerto in D minor for 2 violins. Clio is also the soloist in Berio’s Corale, written in 1975 and an homage to JS Bach and the violin. Senior students from the Royal Academy of Music and Drama will join the Ensemble ‘Side by Side’ in Vaughan Williams’ deeply spiritual work for double string orchestra, Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis, and Tippett’s exuberant and joyful Concerto for double string orchestra.

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Curated by John Woolrich, composer The Scottish Ensemble continue their tradition of ‘Christmas with a twist’ in this candlelit concert. Composer John Woolrich has curated a special programme to frame his new work for the Scottish Ensemble, ‘Capriccio’. The programme opens with the Prelude to Capriccio from Richard Strauss’s opera, a work of searingly intense emotion. The second half of the concert is devoted to Schoenberg’s bittersweet and gorgeous Verklarte Nacht. These pieces frame the Scottish première of John Woolrich’s new piece, and as a 40th Anniversary gift to the Ensemble, John is arranging a group of Schubert songs for the full forces of the Ensemble. www.scottishensemble.co.uk There will be a pre-performance talk at 19.15

THISTLE BRASS QUINTET FRI 11 DEC | 20:00 VENUE: INVERNESS TOWN HOUSE Eden Court continues to support the work of the Inverness Chamber Music Society. This group of music enthusiasts regularly bring a varied line up of classical and chamber musicians to perform in the Highland Capital. Tickets are available from the Eden Court Box Office in advance, or the Inverness Town House on the night. www.invernesschambermusic.com

SEAT PRICES £10.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT £9.00 DISCOUNTS UNDER 18 / STUDENTS £3.00

INVERNESS CHORAL SOCIETY PRESENTS

BRAHM’S GERMAN REQUIEM SAT 28 NOV | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

Suitable for all the family www.scottishensemble.co.uk There will be a pre-performance talk at 19.15 SEAT PRICES £14.50

Soprano Wilma MacDougall and baritone Alan Watt make a welcome return to Inverness as soloists with the Inverness Choral in a programme full of contrasts. The main work is Brahms's deeply moving German Requiem, one of the glories of the 19th century choral repertoire. The concert will include some well-loved solo items, as well as some short pieces by Brahms's great rival Bruckner.

FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

SEAT PRICES £14.50

Suitable for all the family

DISCOUNTS ADULT: £11.00

FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

www.invernesschoral.org.uk

FAMILY GROUP: £28.00 (2 ADULTS & UP TO 4 CHILDREN)

DISCOUNTS ADULT: £11.00

UNDER 26S / STUDENTS: £5.00 UNDER 16S: FREE WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY A PAYING ADULT.

FAMILY GROUP: £28.00 (2 ADULTS & UP TO 4 CHILDREN) UNDER 26S / STUDENTS: £5.00 UNDER 16S: FREE WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY A PAYING ADULT.

SEAT PRICES £14.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT NO REDUCTIONS DISCOUNTS STUDENTS/UNDER 18S £7.00

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30 TIMETABLE

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

SAT 12 Sept | 20.00

FRI 25 Sept | 20.00

MON 05 – SAT 10 Oct

THU 22 Oct | 14.00 & 16.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 22

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 4 & 5

EDEN COURT | p 47

STUDIO 2 | p 38

SCARAMOUCHE JONES

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

INVERNESS BOOK FESTIVAL

KNOCK KNOCK

ONETOUCH

SUN 13 Sept | 19.30

SAT 26 Sept | 14.00 & 20.00

ST KILDA CONCERT

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 45

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 4 & 5

FRI 09 Oct | 20.00

JIM LOVE STUDIO | p 38

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 52

NOBODY'S HOME

MON 31 AUG | 19.30

ONLY AN EXCUSE? THE TOUR 2009

AUGUST SAT 29 Aug | 19.45

SEPTEMBER

BACK TO THE CAVERN SAT 26 Sept | 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p21

CROCOSMIA

THU 22 Oct | 14.30 & 18.00

THU 22 Oct | 20.00

SUN 13 Sept | 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 45

SUN 11 Oct | 20.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 35

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 18

GILDED BALLOON COMEDY CIRCUIT

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 45

MICHAEL MCGOLDRICK TRIO

ISLAND NIGHTS ENTERTAINMENTS

GILDED BALLOON COMEDY CIRCUIT

SUN 27 Sept | 19.30

THU 22 Oct | 20.30

MON 14 Sept | 18.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 50

SUN 11 Oct | 20.00

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 35

TUE 01 Sept | 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 18

DICK GAUGHAN

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 53

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 21

CROCOSMIA

THE SUN, THE MOON AND A BOY CALLED RIVER

THE FLIGHT OF THE ARCTIC TERN

WED 02 Sept | 20.00

TUE 15 Sept | 19.30

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 48

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 23

THE ANIMALS & FRIENDS with SPECIAL GUEST SPENCER DAVIS

THE SILVER DARLINGS

WED 02 Sept | 19.30

THE SILVER DARLINGS

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 48

NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA OF SCOTLAND COLLECTIVE Thu 03 & Fri 04 Sep | 08.30 Onwards EDEN COURT | P 49

MON 28 Sept | 20.00

WED 16 Sept | 19.30

THE SILVER DARLINGS

FRI 06 Nov | 19.15

Studio 2 | p 38

THE BAND OF HER MAJESTY'S ROYAL MARINES SCOTLAND

OCTOBER THU 01 Oct | 19.30

THU 01 Oct | 20.00

BLAS CEILIDH

SAT 19 Sept | 20.00

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 51

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 44

VAMPIRES ROCK

MON 07 Sept | 20.00

LITTLE JOHNNY'S BIG GAY MUSICAL

FRI 02 Oct | 16.00

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

DANIEL O'DONNELL

TUE 22 Sept | 20.00

TUE 08 Sept | 20.00

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 4 & 5

SAMMY J IN THE FOREST OF DREAMS THU 10 Sept | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 16

BLAS FESTIVAL: THE LEGENDARY DOUGIE MACLEAN

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS WED 23 Sept | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 49

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT WED 23 Sept | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 4 & 5

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

FRI 11 Sept | 20.00

THU 24 Sept | 14.00 & 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 22

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 4 & 5

SCARAMOUCHE JONES

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS

SAT 12 Sept | 19.30

FRI 25 Sept | 19.30

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 16

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 12

BLAS GRAND FINALE

Please see P40 for Exhibitions and Visual Arts listings

TUE 20 Oct | 14.30 & 18.00 JIM LOVE STUDIO | p 38

SAT 24 Oct | 19.30

NOBODY'S HOME

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 36

PAST, PRESENT, FUTURE

SONGS OF EMIGRATION & HOMECOMING

I TAKE YOUR HAND IN MINE

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 44

MEGA MANSIONS

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 34

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 23

EMPIRE THEATRE SOLD OUT

THE RED ROOM

THU 05 Nov | 18.00

FRI 23 Oct | 10.00, 10.45, 11.30, 12.15

BRIGHT BLACK

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 4 & 5

A WEE HOME FROM HOME

KNOCK KNOCK

SAT 05 Sept | 22.30

TUE 08 Sept | 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 13

STUDIO 2 | p 38

WED 30 Sept | 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 24

MON 21 Sept | 20.00

THU 05 Nov | 20.00

TUE 20 Oct | 14.00 & 16.00

BRIGHT BLACK

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 24

SAMMY J IN THE FOREST OF DREAMS

THE ELIXIR OF LOVE DONIZETTI

TUE 29 Sept | 20.00

SAT 19 Sept | 14.00 & 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 44

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 32

THE ELIXIR OF LOVE DONIZETTI (UNWRAPPED)

THE SILVER DARLINGS

THE SILVER DARLINGS

WED 04 Nov | 19.15

DES CLARKE & SUPPORT

BLAS PIPING GALA ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 16

A WEE HOME FROM HOME

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 36

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 23

LITTLE JOHNNY'S BIG GAY MUSICAL

BRAHM'S GERMAN REQUIEM

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 13

FRI 23 Oct | 20.00

TUE 20 Oct | 19.30

SAT 05 Sept | 19.30

HIGHLAND TRADITIONS

MACBETH - WHO IS THAT BLOODIED MAN?

WED 30 Sept | 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 44

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 29

WED 04 Nov | 20.00

CAR PARK | p 6

FRI 18 Sept | 19.30

FRI 18 Sept | 20.00

SAT 28 Nov | 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 56

MON 19 Oct | 20.00

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 50 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 23

FRI 13 Nov | 20.00

ENNIO MARCHETTO

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 23

THU 17 Sept | 13.30 & 19.30

NOVEMBER

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 10

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 24

NORTHERN MEETING PIPING COMPETITIONS EMPIRE THEATRE | p 16

THE BLUES BAND

TIMETABLE 31

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 19

THE SINGING KETTLE FRI 02 Oct | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 51

KEITH JACK IN CONCERT SAT 03 Oct | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 52

THE HOT SEATS SAT 03 Oct | 11.00,14.00,17.00 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 19

THE SINGING KETTLE SUN 04 Oct | 12.00 &15.00 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 19

THE SINGING KETTLE SUN 04 Oct | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 25

THE YELLOWING

TUE 20 Oct | 20.00

SUN 25 Oct | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 37

TOUR-A-RURAL CEILIDH

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 53

HOW SWEET IT IS THE MOTOWN SHOW

MON 26 Oct | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 37

TAM O' SHANTER WED 21 Oct | 10.00, 10.45, 11.30, 12.15

TUE 27 Oct | 19.30

STUDIO 2 | p 38

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 39

MEGA MANSIONS

STRUTH RE STEALL / MARY ANN KENNEDY

WED 21 Oct | 14.00 & 16.00 STUDIO 2 | p 38

KNOCK KNOCK

WED 28 Oct | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 38

ST KILDA TAPES WED 21 Oct | 14.30 & 18.00 JIM LOVE STUDIO | p 38

WED 28 Oct | 20.00

NOBODY'S HOME

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 39

WED 21 Oct | 19.30

JULIE FOWLIS AND FRIENDS

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 34

NATURE'S HOMECOMING

FRI 30 Oct | 10.30 & 13.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 20

WED 21 Oct | 20.00

THE SONGBIRD

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 28

SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE SIDE BY SIDE THU 22-SAT 24 Oct

FRI 30 Oct | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 14

THU 22 Oct | 10.00, 10.45, 11.30, 12.15

THE ELIXIR OF LOVE DONIZETTI

STUDIO 2 | p 38

SAT 31 Oct | 10.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 13

MEGA MANSIONS

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 20

THE SONGBIRD

DECEMBER

SAT 14 Nov | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 56

MON 07 Dec - SUN 10 Jan

HIGHLAND YOUTH PIPE BAND & PIPING RECITAL

P8&9

SUN 15 Nov | 20.00

THU 10 Dec | 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 45

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 28

GILDED BALLOON COMEDY CIRCUIT

SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE WINTER LIGHT

MON 16 Nov | 20.00

SAT 12 Dec | 20.00

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 7

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 57

THE STEAMIE

THE MACDONALD BROS "X-MAS" SHOW

PANTO

TUE 17 Nov | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 7

SUN 13 Dec | 15.00

THE STEAMIE

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 58

CAROL CONCERT WED 18 Nov | 20.00 WED 16 Dec | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 58

INNER OCTAVES

THU 19 Nov | 13.30

SAT 07 Nov | 19.30

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 7

HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS WITH BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS

THE STEAMIE SCHOOLS PERFORMANCE

THU 17 Dec | 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 25

PLAYS ON WORDS GALA EVENING

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 58

THE STEAMIE

HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS WITH BUDDY HOLLY & THE CRICKETERS

THU 19 Nov | 19.30

SUN 20 Dec | 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 57

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 59

MALINKY

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 20

FRI 20 Nov | 20.00

MON 21 Dec | 14.00

ONE LITTLE WORD

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 7

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 59

THE STEAMIE

UNDER A STARRY SKY

EMPIRE THEATRE | p22

SAT 21 Nov | 14.00 & 20.00

TUE 22 Dec | 14.00

GRASSIC GIBBON

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 7

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 59

THE STEAMIE

UNDER A STARRY SKY

EMPIRE THEATRE | p22

TUE 24 Nov | 19.30

TUE 22 Dec | 20.30

GRASSIC GIBBON

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 11

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 59

WED 11 Nov | 19.30

LONDON COMMUNITY GOSPEL GROUP

THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

DANNSA + FRIENDS

WED 25 Nov | 19.30

WED 23 Dec | 14.00

WED 11 Nov | 11.00 & 13.00

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 55

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 59

THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS SHOW

UNDER A STARRY SKY

SAT 07 Nov | 19.15 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 33

THE ITALIAN GIRL IN ALGIERS - ROSSINI MON 09 Nov | 10.30 & 13.00

MON 09 Nov | 19.30

TUE 10 Nov | 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 54

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 21

BOOGIE PETE LIVE

SAT 31 Oct | 19.30

SCOTTISH BALLET: AUTUMN SEASON

GALA CELEBRATION CONCERT

THE STEAMIE

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 54

STEWART LEE: IF YOU PREFER A MILDER COMEDIAN PLEASE ASK FOR ONE

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 14

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 56

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 7

FRI 06 Nov | 20.00

WED 11 Nov | 20.00

TUE 06 Oct | 19.30

FOUND

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 32

SCOTTISH BALLET: AUTUMN SEASON

SCOTLAND’S EMPIRE THEATRE

GLOBAL IMPACT CONFERENCE

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 32

SAT 14 Nov | 19.00

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 45

THU 19 Nov | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 7

WED 23 Dec | 20.30 THU 26 Nov | 19.30

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 59

ONETOUCH THEATRE | p 56

THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS

UHI ROCKOFF THU 26 Nov | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE | p 26

RSNO

JANUARY

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 55

Fri 27 Nov | 19.30

WED 20 – SAT 23 JAN 2010

LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO

EMPIRE THEATRE | p 47

EMPIRE THEATRE | P15

ST ANDREW'S NIGHT SPECIAL EVENTS

SCOTTISH BALLET – NUTCRACKER

THU 12 Nov | 20.00

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SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

OPERA 33

SCOTTISH OPERA PRESENTS

THE ELIXIR OF LOVE – GAETANO DONIZETTI WED 4 & FRI 6 NOV | 19.15 EMPIRE THEATRE Sung in Italian with English supertitles

There will be a free pre-show talk on Fri 6 Nov at 18.00

Giles Havergal’s hugely successful 1994 production was hailed as ‘a breath of fresh air’ (Metro) at its revival in 2000. This popular, funny and gorgeously colourful production promises once more to be a real treat for audiences this year.

There will be a Touch Tour on Fri 6 Nov 18.00

Hapless peasant Nemorino is head over heels in love with Adina, but to no avail. He seeks out a love potion, and thinks it’s working when the village girls are all over him. Adina is mad with jealousy. Can it be that she loves him after all?

SEAT PRICES £46.00 / £36.00 / £30.00 / £20.00

The performance on Fri 6 Nov at 19.15 will be Audio Described. Patrons attending this performance are welcome to join the Touch Tour at 18.00.

FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF ALL SEATS DISCOUNTS £43.00 / £33.00 / £27.00 / £17.00 UNDER 26S £10.00 ANY SEAT, ALL PERFORMANCES

Donizetti’s score contains some of the loveliest melodies in opera. It’s also one of the funniest, thanks to its timeless themes of unrequited love, feminine manipulation, male gullibility and jealousy. www.scottishopera.org.uk

SCOTTISH OPERA PRESENTS Production supported by Scottish Opera’s ‘The Perfect Tonic’ Appeal

THE ITALIAN GIRL IN ALGIERS – GIOACHINO ROSSINI

SCOTTISH OPERA PRESENTS

SAT 07 NOV | 19.15 EMPIRE THEATRE

THE ELIXIR OF LOVE UNWRAPPED Sung in Italian with English supertitles

THU 5 NOV | 18.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

A new co-production with New Zealand Opera

New to opera? Find out more at this free hour long taster that gives you the chance to see what opera is all about. You'll hear highlights from the singers, be introduced to the principal characters from the opera and be guided through the plot and key scenes. Learn about props, lighting, direction, and some of the theatrical secrets behind the production. Join the Orchestra of Scottish Opera, singers and back-stage crew to find out everything you need to know to get the most out of your night at the opera.

What an eye-opener! Totally absorbing UNWRAPPED AUDIENCE MEMBER

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Rossini’s quick-witted, independent leading lady is a thoroughly modern heroine. The sparkling music and energetic melodies, arias and ensembles will keep audiences entertained from start to finish, as acclaimed theatre director Colin McColl takes a bold new look at this comic masterpiece. International playboy Mustafa is bored with his wife. He plans to marry her off so that he can take an Italian wife. When the young and gorgeous (and conveniently Italian) Isabella arrives on the scene, Mustafa is smitten. But feisty Isabella proves to be quite a match, and then the games really begin…

Scottish mezzo-soprano Karen Cargill, who the Guardian called a ‘bright star’ for her performance as Rosina in Scottish Opera’s 2007 production of The Barber of Seville, sings Isabella. New Zealand Opera Music Director Wyn Davies conducts. There will be a free pre-show talk at 18.00 Production supported by The Scottish Opera Syndicate www.scottishopera.org.uk SEAT PRICES £46.00 / £36.00 / £30.00 / £20.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF ALL SEATS DISCOUNTS £43.00 / £33.00 / £27.00 / £17.00 UNDER 26S £10.00 ANY SEAT, ANY PERFORMANCE

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34 HOMECOMING Homecoming Scotland 2009 is a year long programme of events celebrating Scotland's great contributions to the world. The Highlands have played a huge part in Scotland’s history, and at Eden Court we are proud to be presenting a special season of drama, dance, music, comedy and visual arts with a ‘homecoming’ theme. In the next six pages you will find full details of this exciting programme. You can also pick up or download a copy of the Highland Homecoming brochure.

WED 21 OCT | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE This very special evening will use video, still images, music and discussion to examine the controversial Homecoming of some of Scotland’s best known species including Beavers, Corncrakes and Eagles. Staff from The Scottish Wildlife Trust, Scottish Natural Heritage, The Royal Scottish Zoological Society and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds will join together for this enlightening event. Alongside them will be Arthur Cormack, head of Féisean nan Gaidhealan – who will sing some beautiful gaelic songs in accompaniment. CONFIRMED SPEAKERS John Lister-Kaye (Beavers) Roy Dennis (Sea Eagles) Dr. Paul Walton (Corncrakes) SEAT PRICES: £8.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £6.00 DISCOUNTS: £6.00 FOR MEMBERS OF SCOTTISH WILDLIFE TRUST, ROYAL ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF SCOTLAND, RSPB, SCOTTISH NATURAL HERITAGE UNDER 18s: £5.00

MARGARET BENNETT PRESENTS

SONGS OF EMIGRATION & HOMECOMING TUE 20 OCT | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

MICHAEL MCGOLDRICK TRIO THU 22 OCT | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE Regarded as one of the greatest flute players of all time, Michael McGoldrick has collaborated with the likes of Jim Kerr, Youssou N’Dour and John Cale as well as founding Toss the feathers & Flook.

CELTIC MATTERS PRESENTS

In 1998 he was invited to join Scottish folk – legends Capercaillie and in the same year joined the Afro Celt Sound system.

THE FLIGHT OF THE ARCTIC TERN

His solo projects have gained him worldwide respect and in 2006 he was awarded Musician of the Year at the BBC Radio 2 Folk awards.

THU 22 OCT | 20.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

Tonight, Michael will team up with special guests and perform material from his album Aurora released in July 2009 as well as from previous albums and a smattering of classic traditional tunes.

The Arctic Tern migrates farther than any other bird, leaving its breeding grounds in October to migrate to the other end of the world to the southern pack ice of Antarctica and as far as Australia

SEAT PRICES: £12.00

Join Margaret and friends for an evening of song, dance and music expressing the range of emotions of those who experience emigration and homecoming. Sentiments range from sadness, longing, heartache and loss to nostalgia, sheer joy and elation. This evening’s performers share all of those expressions from centuries past to the present day, they will transport you across oceans and continents and along paths that will eventually lead you home. Specially featured will be the first public performance of several compositions by Ethel MacCallum, including her New Zealand homecoming song, Tilleadh Dhachaidh. SINGERS

Paul MacCallum Gillebride MacMillan Ethel MacCallum Margaret Bennett

MUSICIANS

Heather Downie (clarsach) Fiona MacAskill (fiddle) James MacDonald Reid (dancer)

CHORUS

with the Ochtertyre singers

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NATURE’S HOMECOMING

SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

SEAT PRICES: £10.00

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

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SCOTLAND’S GLOBAL IMPACT HOW ONE SMALL NATION CHANGED THE WORLD 22 – 24 OCTOBER EMPIRE THEATRE At a time when the Highland population is rising, this unique gathering brings together prominent academics, historians and other experts from Scotland and around the world to throw new light on movement to and from our country. Find out more at www.uhi.ac.uk

Story and music by Mark Sheridan

Alexander Gunn left his home in Durness in 1853 and found himself en route to Australia, one of the many tens of thousands of Scots who left these shores during the Highland Clearances. These journeys were long and hazardous and often ended in tragedy. 155 years later a letter turns up in Durness addressed to his family descendant, Iain Anderson, postmarked - Bendigo, Australia. This is the story of Alexander's journey narrated by Iain Anderson with historical and environmental commentary from Michael Russell, MSP and Minister for Culture and Gaelic introductions from Hugh-Dan MacLennan. The piece also analogises the journey of the Arctic Terns from Scotland to the Antarctic and ultimately, Australia. The story maps their journey and highlights the decline in their status in the face of climate and environmental changes. A newly composed musical suite runs throughout the piece to illustrate and support the narrative. Written, composed and directed by Scottish composer and academic Mark Sheridan. SEAT PRICES: £10.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 & OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 & UNDER DISCOUNTS: £8.00

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SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

STAND OUT COMEDY PRESENTS

HOMECOMING 37 SCOTTISH YOUTH THEATRE, YDANCE AND THE NATIONAL YOUTH PIPE BAND OF SCOTLAND PRESENT

DES CLARKE & SUPPORT

TAM O’ SHANTER

FRI 23 OCT | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

MON 26 OCT | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

HIGHLAND ALTERNATIVE MUSIC PRESENTS

PAST, PRESENT AND FUTURE SEACHAD, AN DRASDA, RI TEACHD SAT 24 OCT | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE Past, Present, Future is an audio-visual show written and performed by young people from the Dingwall and Seaforth area.

Des Clarke is one of the UK's most exciting rising stars – in this special one-off Homecoming show, we’ll see just why. He’s made a name for himself as both a highly successful comedian and as one of television's hottest young presenters.

Between August and October young people from the area received expert guidance from industry professionals on how to write, perform, produce, record and stage their own audio-visual performance which will culminate in tonight’s show. SEAT PRICES: £5.00

http://desclarke.com

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The cherubic young buck of Scottish comedy THE LIST

Frighteningly young and frighteningly talented CHORTLE

Des Clarke may actually be the funniest man I’ve ever seen… Absolutely excellent BBC.CO.UK

RIGHT LINES PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

TOUR-A-RURAL CEILIDH SUN 25 OCT | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE Eden Court invites you to take to the floor for a special Homecoming visit from the Tour-a-Rural Ceilidh Band! Enjoy an irresistible mixture of top quality music, song and ceilidh dancing with the band members from the legendary comedy ceilidh theatre show The Accidental Death of an Accordionist. www.rightlines.net SEAT PRICES: £8.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

Warlocks and witches in a dance; Nae cotillion brent new frae France, But hornpipes, jigs, strathspeys, and reels, Put life and mettle in their heels… The cream of Scotland’s young performing talent combine to bring Burns’ epic poem of devils, demons and witches to life in this dramatic new production which has been created especially for Scotland’s Year of Homecoming. On their own, Y Dance, Scottish Youth Theatre and the National Youth Pipe Band of Scotland are regular and popular visitors to Inverness. This very special performance is presented as part of our programme of Highland Homecoming events. www.ydance.org www.scottishyouththeatre.org www.thepipingcentre.co.uk 12+

SEAT PRICES: £10.00

DISCOUNTS: £7.00

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DISCOUNTS: £6.00

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38 HOMECOMING DAVID ALLISON PRESENTS

THE ST KILDA TAPES

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

EDEN COURT ARTS EDUCATION DEPARTMENT PRESENT A TRIO OF SPECIALLY DEVISED FAMILY SHOWS – EACH WITH A SPECIAL ‘HOMECOMING’ MESSAGE

ASGARD PRESENTS

JULIE FOWLIS & FRIENDS

WED 28 OCT | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

WED 28 OCT | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

WATERCOLOUR MUSIC PRESENTS ‘SRUTH RI STEALL’ A HIGHLAND MUSICAL CELEBRATION

NOBODY'S HOME THEATRE FOR PEOPLE AGED 6-12

0

TUE 20 - THU 22 OCT | 14.30 & 18.00 JIM LOVE STUDIO Two people arrive home expecting a warm welcome only to discover the empty house is full of surprises. Nobody's Home is a theatre show in a shed where mysteries unfold and stories grow out of the cobwebs in the corner. 6-12

With archive film and live music performed on guitar, zither, ukulele and sampler, The St Kilda Tapes explores the themes of emigration and home through the experiences, thoughts and voice of Norman Gillies. When you are forced or you choose to leave your home where does your journey stop? How do you know when you've arrived at your ultimate destination, and how do you balance what you have left behind with what you discover on your way? The St Kilda Tapes features two Scottish Screen Archive films (St Kilda - Britain's Loneliest Isle and A New Way to a New World), as well as some new specially created video, and a few other multimedia surprises. As well as a sell out at the London's Barbican Cinema, the Filmhouse Edinburgh and the GFT in Glasgow, The St Kilda Tapes also toured successfully in Ireland and Canada. www.theislandtapes.com SEAT PRICES: £10.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

SEAT PRICES: £4.00 PER PERSON

MARY ANN KENNEDY & NA SEÒID, FINDLAY NAPIER & THE BAR ROOM MOUNTAINEERS, THE SORREN MACLEAN BAND & THE JOHN GOLDIE BAND TUE 27 OCT | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

KNOCK KNOCK THEATRE FOR PEOPLE AGED 2-5 AND THEIR FAMILIES

TUE 20-WED 22 OCT | 14.00 & 16.00 STUDIO 2 What happens when you knock knock on a door? Join us for a performance with movement and film which will engage younger and older ones alike. Knock Knock will be all about doors, houses and having fun. And who will manage to post their letters...come along for an engaging piece of theatre. 2-5

SEAT PRICES: £3.00 PER PERSON (UNDER 1'S FREE)

MEGA MANSIONS INTERACTIVE THEATRE UNDER 2S & PARENTS / CARERS

WED 21 - FRI 23 OCT | 10.00, 10.45, 11.30, 12.15 STUDIO 2 Visit our Mega Mansions mini 30 minute tour to see what kind of things go on in different kinds of houses. Spotty Houses, colourful houses or pure white mansions. You’ll get to come into the Mega Mansion tents to try out some creative play as you meet our wonderful tour guides Meg and Peg.

The grand finale of a series of six gigs whirling round the Highlands during the Highland Homecoming, celebrating  the legendary Lochaber  recording studios, Watercolour Music, as they move to their brand-new home on the shores of Loch Linnhe. Watercolour's directors - producer Nick Turner and musician and broadcaster Mary Ann Kennedy - have brought together some friends and like-minded musical souls, with four of Scotland's finest bands taking to the stage for a high-energy night of traditional and contemporary, tune-smithing and song-writing, Gaelic and the universal language of music.  Heading the cast are the finest Gaelic singers of a new generation - Mary Ann Kennedy & Na Seoid alongside the 'waywardly brilliant' songs of Findlay Napier and the Bar Room Mountaineers. Joining them will be jazz guitar maestro John Goldie and his new band line-up which draws on some of Scotland's top traditional music talent; and from Mull, rising stars, the Sorren MacLean Band with their unique brand of intelligent indie songwriting.  A perfect night for a Highland Homecoming - a celebration of old and new, marking tradition and creating the future.

under 2

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Fowlis could be the first Scottish Gaelic crossover star DAILY TELEGRAPH

The sublimely talented Julie Fowlis is not just a multi award winner, but a passionate torchbearer for the culture of her native Western Isles. Her quiet determination to celebrate the music of the Outer Hebrides of Scotland on its own terms ensures that Scots Gaelic music is reaching a wider audience than ever before. This is a rare chance to see Scotland’s first ever Gaelic Ambassador / Tosgaire na Gàidhlig performing live in front of a sell out Eden Court crowd. www.juliefowlis.com SEAT PRICES: £12.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS: £10.00

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40 VISUAL ARTS

EXHIBITIONS SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER EDEN COURT Following a busy summer, Eden Court’s visual arts programme gears up for the autumn and winter with a selection of exhibitions.

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

DECEMBER

A96 Artists return to Eden Court with their third exhibition; entitled Red. These are all new or previously unseen works of contemporary art created especially for Eden Court by local professional artists whose geographical connection is defined by the road between Inverness and Aberdeen. Their work - all of which is for sale - is interesting, innovative, and at times challenging. There will be pre-arranged talks and walkthroughs by some of the artists, see their web site for details 

The majority of Eden Court’s walls and spaces will take on a distinct Homecoming theme. There will be photography, moving images, projections and displays – each giving a different insight into the impact that our small country has had on the world. For full details of each of the exhibitions running through October, please visit www.highlandevents andfestivals.com or www.eden-court.co.uk. We’re also hoping to be able to bring you a very special piece of work celebrating Scottish Ballet’s 40th anniversary!

While the Pantomime hits the stage at Eden Court the walls will be decked out in colourful and creative Panto inspired art. Schools from all over the region will be invited to submit work which will be then selected for inclusion in this seasonal exhibition It’s in Front of You!

NOVEMBER

For more information about submitting work please contact Catherine MacNeil [email protected] or on 01463 239841.

www.A96artists.co.uk.

We’ve a full programme of special Highland Homecoming exhibitions, all round Eden Court. Visit www.eden-court.co.uk or www.highlandeventsand festivals.co.uk for more info.

As the weather gets colder and the nights get darker HOS (Highlands Open Studios) return to Eden Court for the third time. Expect to see a wide range of exhibits in an equally wide range of styles and of media: in other words, there should be something for everyone. Painting is bound to predominate, but selected craftwork will also be showcased.  If you weren’t able to tour members studios in June, now is your chance to make up for it!  www.highlandsopen studios.co.uk

Whether its beautiful beanstalks, gruesome giants or gorgeous golden eggs – expect art from all over the Panto world designed and made by the pupils from Highlands Schools and Nurseries.

Remember – if you’re stuck for Christmas presents there will be an astounding array of carefully crafted jewellery on offer in the run up to the big day! Find out more on our website at www.eden-court.co.uk/whatson/strands/visual-art

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44 COMEDY

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

COMEDY 45

RANDOM ACCOMPLICE PRESENTS

ALYSON ORR LTD PRESENTS

LITTLE JOHNNY’S BIG GAY MUSICAL

ONLY AN EXCUSE? THE SALIVATION SUN 13 SEP | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE

FRI 18 & SAT 19 SEP | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

As a new football season gets under way the Only An Excuse? team return with studs sharpened for an uncompromising kick at the shins of the beautiful game. With an all-star cast created exclusively by Jonathan Watson, we follow the bouncing ball as it bruises egos, bursts coupons and has a late night drink with its pals in a round-up of the good, the bad and the just plain mental of the Scottish game. Football legends Ferguson, Strachan, Smith, Dalglish and Souness will feature… as will media giants like Chick Young, Jim White, Charlie Nicholas and Stuart Cosgrove. One offs like MacAvennie and characters like Calderwood, Nevin, Burley, Spence, and Lazlo will have nowere to hide. All will have their say in Only an Excuse? Starring Jonathan Watson and Written by Philip Differ 12+

COMEDY

SEAT PRICES: £15.00

SAMMY J IN THE FOREST OF DREAMS

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MON 07 & TUE 08 SEP | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

The funniest, most cliché-free comedian on the circuit

Take the music of Disney, the drama of The Lord of the Rings and the emotion of Les Miserables... Then blindfold them, beat them, regain their trust, beat them again, and you might end up with something resembling this hilarious Edinburgh Festival hit show. Walt Disney gets his comeuppance in this skewed tribute to the tales of our childhood. Join Sammy, a cast of 14 puppets, toe-tapping music and award winning puppeteer Heath McIvor as they take you on a magical journey through The Forest of Dreams. Just leave the kids at home! www.sammy-j.com

A quirky, densely inventive parody.. already a word of mouth hit THE TIMES I've never been enchanted so rudely before SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY

RICKY GERVAIS

His whole tone is one of complete, smug condescension

30, single and singing! Little Johnny’s Big Gay Musical is a hilarious one-man musical extravaganza. Follow Little Johnny’s adventure as he sashays, taps and vogues his way through life’s ups and downs. Little Johnny’s Big Gay Musical is a glittering celebration of failure in all its heart wrenching, sequinned glory.

STEWART LEE: IF YOU PREFER A

With a score composed by Karen MacIver, Little Johnny is joined on stage with a fantastic live band as he attempts to reach those high notes and get his standing ovation.

WED 11 NOV | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

If Little Johnny didn’t exist, we’d have to invent him for a laugh - make that countless laughs... a tour de force

MILDER COMEDIAN, PLEASE ASK FOR ONE

Following his acclaimed BBC TV series Stewart Lee's Comedy Vehicle, Lee now embarks on a stand-up tour with a brand new show. The co-writer of Jerry Springer The Opera follows his award-winning UK tour 41st Best Stand-up Ever with a furiously downbeat set inspired by an altercation in a High Street coffee chain. www.stewartlee.co.uk

THE HERALD

GILDED BALLOON COMEDY CIRCUIT

DAVID JOHNSON PRESENTS

Prepare yourself for a rollercoaster ride of confessional theatre, stand-up comedy and traditional song and dance concepts from the Golden Age of Hollywood Musical.

www.randomaccomplice.org

***** SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY **** TIMES **** INDEPENDENT **** METRO **** SCOTSMAN

GILDED BALLOON PRESENTS

SUNDAY MERCURY, BIRMINGHAM

14+

12+

STRICTLY FOR ADULTS ONLY 18+

SAT 26 SEP / SUN 11 OCT / SUN 15 NOV | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE After the riotous rough and tumble of the Edinburgh Fringe most Comedians need several weeks of quiet rest in a dark room. This autumn, after a little bit of gentle persuasion (with a big stick) we’ve persuaded a selection of top comedy talent to hike up the A9 to the Highland Capital, just for your entertainment! Full line up details will be available online at www.eden-court.co.uk www.gildedballoon.co.uk

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14+

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

Please take your seats

SPECIAL EVENTS 47

EDEN COURT THEATRE PRESENTS

INVERNESS BOOK FESTIVAL MON 5 – SAT 10 OCT THROUGHOUT EDEN COURT The Inverness Book Festival returns for its sixth year, now under the directorship of Brid McKibben. For this, her inaugural festival, Brid has bagged a veritable box of literary delights. We’ll be joined by such page turning personalities as Ian Rankin, Stuart MacBride, Clare Grogan, Barbara Dickson (yes, that Barbara Dickson), Katie Fforde, Carol Drinkwater, Debi Gliori and some other very special guests, yet to be announced. Keep your eyes peeled to www.invernessbookfestival.co.uk for more information, or pick up a programme! www.invernessbookfestival.co.uk

ST ANDREW’S NIGHT SPECIAL EVENT CEOL NAM FEIS 2009 – ST ANDREW’S FEIS HOMECOMING FRI 27 NOV | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE CEÒL NAM FÈIS 2009 ST ANDREW’S FÈIS HOMECOMING Cuirm chiùil shònraichte a’ comharrachadh oidhche Naoimh Anndra an cuideachd cuid den luchd-ciùil an cliùitiche ann an Alba a’ tilleadh dhachaidh airson obrachadh còmhla ris an cuid as fheàrr de dh’òigridh nam Fèisean.

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Brought to you by Fèisean nan Gaidheal and The Highland Council, Ceòl nam Fèis 2009, a St Andrew’s Homecoming event, will feature former participants who have made a career in music and song ‘coming home’ to work alongside groups of young people from across Scotland currently involved with the highly successful Fèis movement. Featuring wellknown faces with around 100 of the cream of young traditional music talent performing Gaelic song, new and traditional music with some dance and drama thrown in, like previous Fèis showcase events, this promises to be a homecoming to savour and remember!

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SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

THE ANIMALS & FRIENDS

NORTHERN MEETING PIPING COMPETITIONS

WITH SPECIAL GUEST SPENCER DAVIS

THU 03 & FRI 04 SEP | 08.30 ONWARDS TICKETS ON SALE ONLY ON 03 & 04 SEPTEMBER THROUGHOUT EDEN COURT

WED 02 SEP | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

The Northern Meeting Piping Competitions are among the most prestigious piping competitions in the world. The Gold Medal for classical ‘piobaireachd’ and the Gold Clasp are the most sought after achievements for any piper; the chance of such success attracts pipers from across the globe to Inverness. Please note that some competitions will take place at the TA Hall on Gordonville Road.

Two of the Sixties greatest music legends come together ‘live’ on stage right here in Inverness for an unforgettable evening’s entertainment! Guitarist, writer and sixties icon Spencer Davis will be performing all of the Spencer Davis Group classics including Gimme Some Lovin, Keep on Running, and Somebody Help Me. As if that wasn’t enough in itself, this amazing double bill features The Animals & Friends, who will rip through their own formidable back catalogue, including Don’t Let Me Be Misunderstood, We Gotta Get Out Of This Place and of course, the multi-million selling anthem, House of the Rising Sun.

Thursday 03 Sep 08.30 GOLD MEDAL (Empire Theatre) 09.00 SILVER MEDAL (MacLean Room) 09.00 March Strathspey & Reel (One Touch Theatre) 18.00 Former Winners MSR (Empire Theatre) Friday 04 Sep

If you were around, and you can remember the sixties, this is a night for you! www.spencer-davis-group.com SEAT PRICES: ONE DAY £10.00 / TWO DAY £20.00 SEAT PRICES: £18.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF ALL TICKETS DISCOUNTS: NO REDUCED RATE

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: NO EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT DISCOUNTS: NO REDUCTIONS SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

NATIONAL YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA OF SCOTLAND COLLECTIVE

INTERNATIONAL GUITAR NIGHT

WED 02 SEP | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

WED 23 SEP | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

The National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland Collective comprises the most experienced and talented young musicians from The National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland. Essentially a jazz chamber ensemble, NYJOS Collective is the smaller and more flexible arm of the jazz orchestra.

Following the soaraway success of last year’s International Guitar Night, we are delighted to have assembled a stellar line up of some of the world’s finest plectrum pluckers, including Lulo Reinhardt, Stephen Bennett, Itamar Erez and International Guitar Night founder, Brian Gore.

Directed by Malcolm Edmonstone and Andrew Bain, the ensemble play a wide variety of compositions, including their own. Jazz lovers won’t want to miss this event – it’s your chance to see some of the rising stars of the Scottish music scene before their careers take off!

www.internationalguitarnight.com

If you like guitar music, you’ll love this!

www.nyos.co.uk SEAT PRICES: £10.00

SEAT PRICES: £12.00

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

REDUCED RATE: £6.00

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UNDER 16S & FULL TIME STUDENTS: £2.00 DISCOUNTS: £10.00

09.00 GOLD CLASP (Empire Theatre) 09.00 “B” Grade March (One Touch Theatre) 09.00 Junior Piobaireachd (TA HALL) 09.00 Under 18 March Strathspey & Reel (TA HALL) 09.00 Amateur Pipers Competition League (La Scala Cinema) 14.00 “B” Grade Strathspey & Reel (MacLean Room) 14.00 Hornpipe / Jig (OneTouch Theatre) 14.00 Under 15 March (TA HALL) www.northern-meeting.org

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SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

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DICK GAUGHAN

KEITH JACK IN CONCERT

SUN 27 SEP | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

FRI 02 OCT | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

Dick Gaughan was brought up immersed in the musical traditions and culture of the Gaels. He has been a professional musician and singer for more than 30 years, has been playing guitar since the age of 7 and made his first solo album in 1971 (No More Forever). Dick was an early member of the Boys of the Lough, played with the now-legendary Scottish folk-rock band, Five Hand Reel and in the 1990’s he founded and produced the short lived but extraordinary ensemble Clan Alba. In short, Dick has been at the cutting edge of Scottish music for almost four decades. Guitarist, singer, songwriter, actor, musical director, composer, arranger, producer, engineer, he's been there, done it. He is simply a stunning singer with a wonderfully expressive and carefully controlled voice belying passion, allied to a dazzling guitar technique; Dick doesn't do ‘gigs’ – he does brilliant gigs! www.dickgaughan.co.uk SEAT PRICES: £12.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER

ROCKMAN MUSIC LTD PRESENTS

One of the five or six great voices of our time. JOHN PEEL

DISCOUNTS: £10.00

VAMPIRES ROCK THU 01 OCT | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE Steve Steinman’s Vampires Rock SPECIAL GUEST STAR TOYAH WILLCOX AS THE DEVIL QUEEN

SEAFARERS UK SCOTLAND PRESENTS

Last year’s Vampires Rock show sold out – so we’re delighted to welcome Toyah Willcox and her ghoulish gang once again for another night of beastly antics and big rockin’ tunes!

THE BAND OF HER MAJESTY’S ROYAL MARINES SCOTLAND WED 30 SEP | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE Seafarers UK is proud to present this year's traditional and hugely popular Eden Court concert by the Band of Her Majesty's Royal Marines Scotland. Military music, light classical, music from the shows, exquisite solo pieces on a range of instruments and of course a display by the immaculate Corps of Drums make this traditionally near sell-out concert one of the highlights of the annual Eden Court repertoire. If you are a regular, the programme this year is better than ever. If you have never before attended one of these concerts you can be assured of a musical feast and an evening to remember! www.seafarers-uk.org

Vampires Rock is quite literally, a show like no other! With a twist of rock and a hint of comedy, and jam packed with the greatest anthems you know and love, you’re guaranteed to be on your feet! Along with Steve Steinman and Toyah Willcox, a full cast of superb singers, dancers and formidable band, blast their way through some of the greatest ever rock anthems including; We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Highway to Hell, Since You’ve Been Gone, Total Eclipse of the Heart, Devil Gate Drive, I Love Rock n Roll, Sweet Child of Mine and many more! All teamed with an amazing stage set and pyrotechnics to blow your mind, this rock spectacular is not to be missed! Tickets will be in high demand for this spectacular event – get ‘em before the Devil Queen gets you! www.vampiresrock.com

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SEAT PRICES: £16.00

SEAT PRICES: £22.00

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DISCOUNTS: £14.00

DISCOUNTS: £19.50

GROUPS OF 10+ WILL ALSO BE ENTITLED TO AN 11TH TICKET FREE

Keith Jack first made his name as a runner up on the BBC One Show Any Dream Will Do. Following his brilliant Eden Court debut last year, we’re delighted to welcome him back to the OneTouch Theatre. Keith played as Peter Pan at His Majesty’s Theatre in Aberdeen at Christmas 2008, and is also playing the lead role in a new musical Only the Brave, which premiered at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival in 2008, after having completed the UK Tour of Bill Kenwright’s Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat in which he played ‘the Narrator.’ Keith is now back in the studio recording his second album which will feature songs from the Musicals, which we’re sure he’ll play some of tonight. www.keithjack.com SEAT PRICES: £15.00 DISCOUNTS: £13.00 SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

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CHIMES INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS

GTA MUSIC CONSULTANTS AND AGENCY PRESENTS

BACK TO THE CAVERN

THE BLUES BAND SUN 11 OCT | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

FRI 09 OCT | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

Eden Court favourites, The Blues Band return to Inverness with quite simly the best Blues in the UK today. Nobody knows whether it’s their fabulous musicianship, their close and personal understanding, or their heartfelt pleasure in performing…

BLOODYGREATPR PRESENTS SEAT PRICES: £16.00

THE HOT SEATS

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 & OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 & UNDER

SAT 03 OCT | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE Prepare yourself for The Hot Seats - an explosive concoction of Americana and bluegrass music, mixed with classic old- time and present day orchestrations! This white-hot five-piece caused a sensation at last year’s Edinburgh Festival Fringe, carrying off a Herald Angel Award, during a seven-night run at The World Famous Spiegeltent. They gained a clutch of five-star reviews, went on to be stand-out act at Maverick magazine’s inaugural Americana spectacular in Suffolk, “fave rave” at the Summer Sundae Festival in Leicester – and won an invitation to return for to Celtic Connections where they got a standing ovation from a capacity crowd… You’ve seen and heard nothing like this before – adventurous music fans and lovers of the Americana genre won’t want to miss it! www.thehotseats.net SEAT PRICES: £12.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS: £10.00 / UNDER 18S £5.00 SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

Sensational THE HERALD

Bluegrass, old-time, skiffle, jug band … stir them up vigorously, throwing in elements of zany vaudeville , add some unpredictable antics, then stand back and watch them go. THE SCOTSMAN

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DISCOUNTS: £14.00 SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

Arguably the most successful (and definitely the longest running) Blues Band in Britain today, these blues lovers and great showmen continue to delight audiences with their extensive mix of Rhythm and Blues and Roots music. Powerful and emotional lead vocals from Paul Jones and Dave Kelly are the icing on the authentic blues cake. Their extensive canon of recorded material includes original songs as well as their own interpretations from Willie Dixon, Muddy Waters, Howlin' Wolf, Sleepy John Estes and many more. www.thebluesband.com

Starring: Gerry & The Pacemakers, Chip Hawkes (The Tremeloes) & The Complete Beatles. Together For The First Time In 40 Years! Eden Court takes a trip back in time to the heady days of Liverpool’s world famous Cavern Club with a spectacular show starring Gerry and The Pacemakers (Ferry Cross the Mersey, You’ll Never Walk Alone) and Chip Hawkes, formerly of The Tremeloes. These two sixties icons will be joined on stage by The Complete Beatles, one of the UK’s best loved Beatles tributes to bring you a jam packed night of 60's and 70's hits. From famous singles to timeless albums tracks, this show will bring back that 60’s feel-good factor and leave you on your feet shouting for more, more, more! SEAT PRICES: £19.50 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £16.00 DISCOUNTS: £17.50 SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

PETER BRENT PROMOTIONS IN ASSOCIATION WITH NETT UK PRESENTS

HOW SWEET IT IS – THE MOTOWN SHOW TUE 20 OCT | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE Celebrating 50 Years Of Motown Music 2009 Celebrates the 50th anniversary of Motown Music, one of the most popular musical genres of all time. Now in its 6th year, How Sweet It Is is a top quality tribute show which delivers a slick, high-energy recreation of Motor City Music. With fantastic versions of Motown’s finest tunes, including hits from The Temptations and The Four Tops, plus the pick of the crop from many other legendary artists’ back catalogues, this show is 100% live and 100& enjoyable! Audiences will be treated to a bulging bag of hits from The Tops and Temps

including Reach Out I’ll Be There, Walk Away Renee, I Can’t Help Myself, Going Loco in Acapulco, My Girl, Just My Imagination, and Get Ready, to name but a few. SEAT PRICES: £18.50 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS: £16.50 SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

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DANNSA PRESENTS

CHIMES INTERNATIONAL PRESENTS

DANNSA MEETS BEÓLACH

LADYSMITH BLACK MAMBAZO PLUS SUPPORT

WED 11 NOV | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

THU 12 NOV | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

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The last time that international musical superstars, Ladysmith Black Mambazo appeared at Eden Court, tickets sold out within hours of the show being announced. We are delighted to welcome them back for a return performance – be sure you don’t miss out on a ticket this time… Ladysmith Black Mambazo are one of South Africa’s most famous exports, and are widely seen as the country's cultural emissary around the world. In 1993, at Nelson Mandela's request, Ladysmith Black Mambazo accompanied the future President to the Nobel Peace Prize ceremony in Oslo, Norway. Mambazo sang again at President Mandela's inauguration in May of 1994. They are a national treasure of the new South Africa in part because they embody the traditions suppressed in the old South Africa. Possibly best known to UK audiences for their collaboration with Paul Simon, their music is timeless, enchanting and hugely inspirational.

SIMON THACKER AND THE NAVA RASA ENSEMBLE PRESENTS

Don’t miss your chance to see these amazing talents, right here in Inverness.

INNER OCTAVES

www.mambazo.com

FRI 06 NOV: 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE Virtuoso guitarist Simon Thacker leads The Nava Rasa Ensemble, nine of the UK’s finest Indian and Western classical musicians, in a powerful and innovative programme exploring the confluence of Asian and Western cultures. Also featuring world renowned Indian violinist Jyotsna Srikanth, as well as tabla, string quartet, percussion and double bass, the Nava Rasa Ensemble’s Inner Octaves programme is based around groundbreaking new concerti by two of today's most compelling composers: Scottish composer and music therapy pioneer Nigel Osborne has assimilated many elements of Indian music into his masterful musical language; Shirish Korde’s music is an authentic presentation of his thorough Indian, Western classical and jazz training. www.tuneup.org.uk

SEAT PRICES: £29.50

Energy and innovation from both sides of the Atlantic abound as Scotland's favourite dance group joins forces with one of Cape Breton's super-groups to bring Highland audiences a scintillating evening of traditional music and dance. Beguiling audiences with their own sets before coming together to perform an exciting newly choreographed piece, Dannsa and Beolach are sure to impress. Beòlach are one of Cape Breton's most exciting young bands. Dannsa are an innovative dance group who create new dances drawing from the many rich and varied traditions throughout Scotland. From Highland to Step Dance, Ceilidh and Old Scotch Reels they will always bring something fresh to their dances. Caroline Reagh, Sandra Robertson and John Sikorski have been at the forefront of dancing in Scotland for a number of years and will be joined by some of Scotland’s best musicians. SEAT PRICES: £12.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS: £10.00 UNDER 18S: £5.00

SEAT PRICES: £12.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10 & OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 & UNDER DISCOUNTS: £10.00 UNDER 18S: £5.00

SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF ALL TICKETS DISCOUNTS: NO REDUCED RATE

NETT UK LTD PRESENTS

THE CHICAGO BLUES BROTHERS SHOW WED 25 NOV | 19.30 EMPIRE THEATRE Jake is out of prison, and with his brother Elwood, they embark on yet another mission from God – via the penguin (!). They need to make it to Chicago to raise cash to bail out the orphanage (again!) There is only one way they know how they gotta put the band back together, have a party…and you’re all invited! Featuring over 30 unforgettable classics of the era, this nonstop review is packed with the very best blues and soul music from both of The Blues Brothers movies and a whole lot more. Get ready to shake a tail-feather with Jake, Elwood, the amazing Chicago Blues Band, and their Sister of Soul plus look out for the special guest appearances of Fab Callaway and Rev I. C. DeLight! So people don’t forget. It may be 106 miles to Chicago, they may have a full tank of gas, half a pack of cigarettes, it's definitely dark and you know that they’re wearing sunglasses but most importantly, they are most definitely inviting YOU, ME, THEM… EVERYBODY...EVERYBODY to The Biggest and Best Party on the Planet!

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SEAT PRICES: £18.50 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10 & OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 & UNDER DISCOUNTS: £16.50

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MALINKY THU 19 NOV | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

HIGHLAND COUNCIL EDUCATION, CULTURE AND SPORT DINGWALL OFFICE PRESENTS

HIGHLAND YOUNG MUSICIANS 21 FRI 13 & SAT 14 NOV THROUGHOUT EDEN COURT Two days of musical excellence to commemorate 21 years of Regional Music Groups in the Highlands. We would like to invite you to join in the celebrations! Over the last 21 years, thousands of young musicians have trained and performed with the local authority’s Regional Musical Groups and this event will provide a fitting tribute to the hard work of past tutors and pupils whilst celebrating new emerging talent.

UHI MILLENNIUM INSTITUTE PRESENTS

UHI ROCKOFF THU 26 NOV | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE FRI 13 NOV HIGHLAND TRADITIONS CÒISIR G, ‘SNAS AND THE HIGHLAND YOUTH PIPE BAND A concert to celebrate the best of Highland traditional music…with a twist! The programme will allow the young members of these Groups to show versatility, confidence and excellence in their performances with youthful vigour; boundless accomplishments and a 21st century view of our musical heritage. ONE TOUCH THEATRE | 20.00 SEAT PRICE: £8 / £6 FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN & EDEN COURT FRIENDS

SWING IT! HIGHLAND YOUTH BIG BAND A late night programme featuring the ever-popular band with a varied programme of swing, jazz & rock chart. STALLS FOYER | 22.00 FREE – DONATIONS APPRECIATED

‘SNAS Warming things up for the evening concert, the Regional ceilidh band are certain to liven up the theatre space! 14.00 | STALLS FOYER FREE – DONATIONS APPRECIATED

HIGHLAND REGIONAL MUSIC GROUPS GALA CELEBRATION CONCERT After the opening march-in from Highland Youth Pipe Band, this concert will feature all the Regional Music Groups. The programme can’t fail to contain something to suit everyone’s musical tastes. Definitely an evening not to be missed! EMPIRE THEATRE | 19.00 SEAT PRICE: £8 / £6 FOR SCHOOL CHILDREN & EDEN COURT FRIENDS

HIGHLAND YOUTH PIPE BAND AND PIPING RECITAL (GUESTS TO BE CONFIRMED) ONETOUCH THEATRE | 19.30

FRI 14 NOV

ALL TICKETS £5 (SCHOOL CHILDREN) SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

CÒISIR G An informal concert from the Regional Gaelic Choir and soloists STALLS FOYER | 12.30 | FREE – DONATIONS APPRECIATED

Full information about the activities of all the Highland Council Regional Music Groups can be found at: www.highland-young-musicians.com

A unique opportunity to see young Highland home grown musical talent. The acts performing will be made up of students studying music full time across the UHI network. This promises to be a special night and a great chance to glimpse rising stars as they hone their skills. The UHI Rockoff brings together students from Alness, Benbecula and Perth campuses to create an exciting night filled with diverse musical taste, style and talent. The energy and excitement of their first big gig for the students makes for edgy, focused performances and the friendly competition between the various UHI centres all adds to the flavour. www.uhi.ac.uk SEAT PRICES: £5.00

With their stunning fourth album Flower and Iron, Malinky celebrate their 10th anniversary and introduce a newly revamped line-up, reinforcing their reputation as one of Scotland’s most distinctive and accomplished folk bands. While retaining their hallmark song-based repertoire, performed by three superb lead vocalists and arrayed with tastefully inventive instrumentation, Malinky today unite seasoned maturity with sparkling freshness, casting their musical net wider than ever.

Formed in Edinburgh in 1998, Malinky showed their mettle early on by winning a prestigious Danny Kyle Open Stage Award at Celtic Connections. Ten years on, the two remaining members from that founding line-up are joined by Fiona Hunter who replaced original lead singer Karine Polwart in 2005. Combining the very best of tradition and modernity, hardearned experience and revitalised enthusiasm, Malinky enter their second decade with the world at their feet. www.malinky.com

SEAT PRICES: £12.00 | FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10 & OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 & UNDER DISCOUNTS: £10.00 | UNDER 18s: £6.00 | SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

CHRISTMAS THE MACDONALD BROTHERS PRESENTS

THE MACDONALD BROS “X-MAS” SHOW SAT 12 DEC | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE The MacDonald Bros took the Scottish music scene by storm when they exploded into the public eye as finalists in ITV’s X Factor. Since then, they’ve had three top 10 albums, and their platinum selling debut album made pop history as the first album on a Scottish independent label to go straight in at number 1 in the Scottish charts. The brothers have now completed two tours of Scotland, toured with Irish superstars Westlife and have also had an unreleased song gifted to them by Sir Elton John. Now The MacDonald Bros are back and raring to take to the stage with their multitude of musical instruments for a fun packed family entertaining Christmas show! www.themacdonaldbros.com SEAT PRICES: £12.50 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: NO DISCOUNT | DISCOUNTS: £10.00

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58 CHRISTMAS CLICSARGENT CARING FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER PRESENTS

CAROL CONCERT SUN 13 DEC | 15.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

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SIMON FIELDER PRESENTS

CAPPELLA NOVA PRESENTS

HOLLY AT CHRISTMAS

CAROLS BY CANDLELIGHT

WITH BUDDY HOLLY AND THE CRICKETERS

SUN 20 DEC | 19.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

WED 16 & THU 17 DEC | 20.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICES: £14.00

The longestrunning and greatest Buddy Holly show on earth!

IN AID OF CLICSARGENT CARING FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER This much-cherished annual concert of best-loved carols and Christmas songs is performed by nurses and NHS staff in aid of ClicSargent Cancer Fund for Children – a practical fund to help children suffering from Cancer, Leukaemia or Hodgkin’s Disease.

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS: £12.00 SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

Fresh from their traditional sell-out shows in Glasgow and Edinburgh, Scotland’s foremost professional choir, complete with their very own brass quintet, present an evening of seasonal magic, nostalgia, mystery and fun. Alongside favourite carols and beautiful choral arrangements that evoke every sparkling aspect of Christmas, there will be audience carols, virtuoso brass music, a silly competition and a few surprises including some specially written poems about gifts and giving by Alexander McCall Smith, set to music by Tom Cunningham. The glorious voices of virtuoso singers combine in an exquisite sequence, from medieval carols to close-harmony Christmas songs, to help you get the festive season truly started. www.capella-nova.com

EDEN COURT THEATRE PRESENTS

UNDER A STARRY SKY MON 21 – WED 23 DEC | 14.00 ONETOUCH THEATRE

Tickets ALWAYS sell-out for this event, so book early!

Winter theatre for under 5s and their families. Look up and see a single star. Lie down and see the blanket of stars covering the sky. The sky bursts with starry twinkles and flying comets. Look up and see what will happen next...

www.clicsargent.org.uk

Come along and enjoy a delightfully festive show for anyone under 5.

SEAT PRICES: £12.00

SEAT PRICES: £5.00 (UNDER 1’S ARE FREE)

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: NO DISCOUNT DISCOUNTS: UNDER 18S: £6.00 SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

This special Christmas show from Buddy Holly and The Cricketers is guaranteed to have you singing along and dancing in the aisles to timeless hits like That’ll Be The Day, Peggy Sue, It Doesn’t Matter Anymore, Raining In My Heart, Oh Boy! – and many more.

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 & OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 & UNDER. FAMILY TICKET: £16.00 (MAX 4 PEOPLE) SUITABLE FOR UNDER 5s AND THEIR FAMILIES

Don't miss out on the opportunity to see Britain's longest-running Buddy Holly act live and make your heart beat a little faster with the show that has thousands of fans the world over saying … “I can’t believe it’s not Buddy!”

THE NIGHT BEFORE CHRISTMAS TUE 22 – WED 23 DEC | 20.30 ONETOUCH THEATRE

www.buddyhollyandthecricketers.co.uk

The antidote to Christmas cheer… For adults only… A Comedy by Anthony Neilson

SEAT PRICES: £14.00

Do you hate Christmas? The relatives? The shopping? The overindulgence? The traffic? The cost? Let’s suppose you caught one of Santa’s elves breaking and entering…

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Would you try to get some yuletide cheer out of him? Make him cancel Christmas? Or, hand him over to the police? Fortunately, you don’t have to decide: you haven’t caught an elf… but Mark, Simon and Cherry have.

SUITABLE FOR ALL THE FAMILY

A smutty, dangerously funny, but warm-hearted, cri-de-coeur against the Christmas industry. THE STAGE

Don’t miss this brilliant feast of anti-festive fayre which played to sell out houses in Eden Court’s re-opening season. Contains strong language SEAT PRICES: £6.00 | DISCOUNTS: £4.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 & OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 & UNDER.

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SEPTEMBER – DECEMBER 2009

ON SALE NOW 61 THEATRE MASTER LTD PRESENTS

OVER THE RAINBOW THE LIFE STORY OF EVA CASSIDY THU 28 – SAT 30 JAN 2010 | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

A visit to Eden Court offers you more than just great theatre, cinema and arts...

Over The Rainbow, the Life Story of Eva Cassidy – starring Zoe Tyler (Loose Women, International Vocal Coach and Panelist on Any Dream Will Do and How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria), David Paisley (River City, Holby and Casualty) and Donna Hazelton (winner of Channel 4’s Musicality). Over the Rainbow is a compelling awardwinning musical, which tells the Life Story of this legendary artist, following Eva’s life through dramatic scenes and stunning live renditions of her music including a haunting interpretation of Somewhere Over the Rainbow.

EDEN COURT

CAFE BAR & RESTAURANT MAKE IT THE PERFECT NIGHT OUT AT OUR CAFE BAR AND RESTAURANT

OUR MENU caters for all tastes, and for all occasions. Eden Court is the perfect place for a comfortable cup of coffee, and our freshly made sandwiches and paninis allow you to make the most of your lunchtime. From a piping hot bowl of fresh soup, to homemade cheese burger & chips; you can enjoy a light lunch, or a late lunch stretching for hours ... with good conversation, and great food.

SEAT PRICES: THU 28 £13.00 FRI 29 & SAT 30 £18.00 FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £2.00 OFF TICKETS £10.00 AND OVER, £1.00 OFF TICKETS £9.99 AND UNDER DISCOUNTS: THU 28 £13.00 FRI 29 £16.00

This Award Winning Show has received plaudits from the Eva Cassidy Band and members of her family and contains projection and original footage from Eva Cassidy’s life, from an early age to her first professional gig aged 18, her first meeting with her boyfriend and mentor Chris Biondo, a rabble-rousing rendition and recording at Blues Alley with Chuck Brown and culminating in her poignant and tragic death. Before she died at the tender age of 33, she was unknown outside Washington,

Eden Court in the evening offers an exquisite menu, with everything from west coast langoustine, to succulent Scottish sirloin steak. Treat yourself to a night out ... and a night off. Unwind with a glass of wine, and enjoy the anticipation the evening’s entertainment.

AN EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP

Make it a night to remember at Eden Court.

SUN 20 JUN | 20.00 EMPIRE THEATRE

USA but within 2 years, she was discovered by Terry Wogan who promoted her music to the top of the album charts in the UK and now Europe, Australia and throughout the World. A talented and world-class cast of actors and musicians recreate her original arrangements and recordings which have received accolades from Mick Fleetwood and Sting and tributes from Norah Jones, Katie Melua and Chris De Burgh. This show pays a genuine and heartfelt tribute to a true artist who was not interested in fame and fortune, but wanted nothing more than to create beautiful music. From its’ first performance in 2004, Over the Rainbow, has moved people immensely with sell-out performances and standing ovations throughout the UK and Europe. This is more than the Life Story of Eva Cassidy which is an absolute must-see for all Eva Cassidy Fans, it’s a show for anyone who’s lost someone they love.

WITH TONY STOCKWELL

It’s NOT creepy or kooky, mysterious or spooky. It’s Tony Stockwell demonstrating his belief that those who have passed can communicate with us, delivering their messages of love and reuniting them with their relatives. The remarkable star of Living TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic School and Zone Reality’s original Psychic Private Eyes endeavours to give proof beyond doubt of the afterlife which can change some lives forever. Deeply compelling, often startlingly accurate and always humorous- an Evening with Tony is like an evening with NO other. www.tonystockwell.com SEAT PRICE: £20.00

OPEN 10.00 - 23.00 | PHONE 01463 732688 FOR RESERVATIONS LAST FOOD ORDER AT 21.00

FRIENDS DISCOUNT: £1.00 OFF

Is there anybody there?

ON SALE NOW

FRANKIE BOYLE I WOULD HAPPILY PUNCH EVERY ONE OF YOU IN THE FACE (PLUS SUPPORT) SUN 28 MARCH 2010 SOLD OUT MON29 MAR 2010 LAST FEW TICKETS LEFT EMPIRE THEATRE Following his epic record-breaking tour in 2008, Frankie Boyle, star of BBC2’s Mock the Week and one of the hottest and most controversial comedians of the moment, is back on the road in 2010 with an all new live show.

This is meat-and-potatoes stand-up, but the sauce is tart, the meat's bleeding and the spuds are hard as rock THE GUARDIAN

You can forgive Frankie Boyle's confidence and his apparent belief that he is really that good. That is simply, because he is EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS

16+

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JIMMY CARR RAPIER WIT SUNDAY 13 JUNE 2010 EMPIRE THEATRE A heady mix of artistic integrity, loyalty and avarice has put Jimmy back on the road. If you only see one comedy show this year… what’s the matter with you? Get out more. A ‘rapier’ is the long sword of a gentleman. ‘Rapier wit’ is defined as clever, quick, intelligent humour.

Please note, Jimmy Carr doesn’t have ‘the long sword of a gentleman’ and even if you like him, ‘clever, quick and intelligent’ is a bit of a stretch. www.jimmycarr.com 16+

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