Dè Tha Dol - January 2025 by anlanntair

NOS GWRITERSCIRCLE

Are youasongwriter?

An Lanntair’s monthly songwriters circle is an opportunity for island songwriters to try out ideas on each other with no audience, no pressure and no expectations, just a group of kindred spirits who can offer encouragement and support. A chance to share unfinished songs, ask for feedback, and perhaps find someone to collaborate with.

We welcome musicians at any stage in their creative development, from beginners to experienced musicians looking to try out something new.

The songwriters’ circle is hosted by island-based musician Andrew Eaton Lewis.

VISUAL ARTS

GRINNEASNANEILEAN: ISLANDS’OPENEXHIBITION

9Dec2024-1Feb2025

MainGallery

Asmuchacommunity installationasitisanexhibition, Grinneasdatesbacktothe1970’s andpre-datesAnLanntair,and indeedeveryotherpublicart spaceintheislands.

Hundredsofworksaresubmitted coveringallthedisciplinespainting,printmaking,sculpture, tapestry,photography,ceramics -fromprofessionals,amateurs andenthusiastsalike. Theoverallimpactis overwhelmingastheworks climbthewallsintruesalon fashion.

DidyougetAnLanntairGift Vouchersormoneyfor Christmas?Spenditwisely andinvestinapieceofart!

BIRD BLANKET

13 - 18 Jan

Mezzanine Gallery

VISUAL ARTS

An Lanntair worked on a fun project with the Thursday group (a group of care experienced young people) in partnership with CNES to create artwork inspired by the Thursday group (a group of care experienced young people) in partnership with CNES the wonderful woven textile images form the Tom Brice exhibition. The bird like creatures created by the group were collaged together and printed onto a large textile wall hanging which will be displayed alongside the imaged created by the young people involved in the project.

CATCH 23

22 Jan - 28 Feb Mezzanine Gallery

In October 24 Members of Catch 23 (a drop in centre for those who have experienced mental health issues) submitted work to the Out of Sight Out of Mind exhibition. The exhibition, held in Summerhall Edinburgh, showed artworks made by 310 people who experience mental health issues. Many of whom responded to the theme of In/Visible. The exhibition was also directed by people who experience mental health issues. The Catch 23 submission was facilitated by An Lanntair and consisted of 12 large masks which were painted and adorned on the inside to reflect thoughts, ideas and messages that the individuals wished to communicate. The exhibition on the Mezzanine galley is the work that was submitted to the Out of sight Out of Mind show.

WED 15 - SAT 18 JAN

You shall go to the ball! ....with a ticket to the most magical pantomime of them all, Cinderella!

This classic pantomime will captivate the whole family. With sparkling sets and dazzling costumes, some tremendously ugly sisters and a sprinkling of fairy magic, this classic fairy tale will be given the An Lanntair pantomime treatment.

Expect sing-along tunes, a star cast, talented young dancers, plenty of audience participation and of course, a really happy ending. Book your tickets now, before the clock strikes 12!

Wednesdsay 15 January

1.30pm (Schools/groups), 7pm (Off peak)

Thursday 16 January 1.30pm (Schools/groups), 7pm (Off peak)

Friday 17 January 10am & 2pm (Schools/groups), 7pm (Peak)

Saturday 18 January

11am (Peak), 2.30pm (Peak), 6pm (Peak)

Off Peak performances:

£18.50 for Adults

£15.00 for Concessions

£59 for a Family group

(2 Adults & 2 Concessions)

Discounted rate on booking for those who present a Co-op receipt to the Box Office: £17 Adult, £14 Concession

Peak performances:

£22.00 for Adults

£17.50 for Concessions

£69 for a Family group

(2 Adults and 2 Concessions)

Mark Thomas: Gaffa Tapes

WED 29 JAN, 8PM

Suitablefor ages16+

£18.50/£12

Jokes, rants, politics, play and the occasional sing song

...f you don’t know what he does ask your parents. In his time he has won awards (current total is now officially ‘f**kloads’), forced a politician to resign, changed laws on tax and protest, become Guinness Book of Records world record holder for number of protests in 24 hours, taken the police to court 3 times and won, walked the length of the Israeli Wall in the West Bank and generally mucked about trying to have fun and f**k the right people off. This show is more of the above.

“You’ll leave recommitted to the fight against this appalling authoritarian government, to keep that tradition alive.” Guardian 2021

WICKED Fri3Jan,6pm Sat4Jan,2pm

Misunderstood because of her green skin, a young woman named Elphaba forges an unlikely but profound friendship with Glinda, a student with an unflinching desire for popularity. Following an encounter with the Wizard of Oz, their relationship soon reaches a crossroad as their lives begin to take very different paths.

THESUBSTANCE

Elisabeth Sparkle, renowned for an aerobics show, faces a devastating blow on her 50th birthday as her boss fires her. Amid her distress, a laboratory offers her a substance which promises to transform her into an enhanced version of herself.

Sat4Jan 8pm

2h 21mins

CINEMA

NOOTHERLAND

This documentary made by a Palestinian-Israeli collective shows the destruction of the occupied West Bank’s Masafer Yatta region, by Israeli soldiers, and the alliance which develops between the Palestinian activist Basel and Israeli journalist Yuval.

Subtitled in English.

Thur9Jan,7pm

1h 32mins CINEMA

THELORDOFTHERINGS: THEWAROFTHEROHIRRIM

A sudden attack by Wulf, a ruthless Dunlending lord, forces Helm Hammerhand, and his people, to make a daring last stand in the ancient stronghold of the Hornburg. Finding herself in an increasingly desperate situation, Helm’s daughter, Héra, must lead the resistance against a deadly enemy whose intent is total destruction.

Fri10Jan,7pm Sat11Jan,4pm-subtitled

HERETIC

Two young missionaries become ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse when they knock on the door of the diabolical Mr. Reed. Trapped in his home, they must turn to their faith if they want to make it out alive.

Sat11Jan,8pm 1h 50mins

SMALLTHINGSLIKETHESE

In 1985 coal merchant Bill Furlong uncovers disturbing secrets in a small Irish town that’s controlled by the Roman Catholic Church.

Thur23Jan,7pm

BETTERMAN

The true story of the meteoric rise, dramatic fall, and remarkable resurgence of British pop superstar Robbie Williams.

Fri24Jan,9pm Sat25Jan,8pm

Thur30Jan,7pm

2h 15mins

SONICTHEHEDGEHOG3

Sonic, Knuckles, and Tails reunite to battle Shadow, a mysterious new enemy with powers unlike anything they’ve faced before. With their abilities outmatched in every way, they seek out an unlikely alliance to stop Shadow and protect the planet.

Fri24Jan,6pm Sat25Jan,1pm&4pm Sun26Jan,2pm

1h 49mins

KRAVENTHEHUNTER

Kraven’s complex relationship with his ruthless father starts him down a path of vengeance, motivating him to become not only the greatest hunter in the world, but also one of its most feared.

Fri31Jan,8pm

The Music Broth instrument library is coming back to An Lanntair on Fri 31st January!

If you’re not already a Music Broth Library member, you can sign up at MusicBroth.org

Reserve an instrument for transport to An Lanntair by Thurs 23rd January and our team from Glasgow will have it available for collection at An Lanntair’s Drum Room on Fri 31st January between 3.30pm and 5.30pm!

Choose from 3000 items!

Renew your instrument or swap it for something new every time the Music Broth team visit Lewis!

Book your place on www.lanntair.com

EDUCATION

MINI MAKE

Visual arts sessions for Primary age children and their adults to have fun making things together.

CREATIVE PLAY

MOVEMENT AND DANCE

Join Catriona Hill in these lively sessions based around dance and physical activity. We will use props, interactive storytelling, and songs to get our bodies moving in a fun, imaginative way.

This session is for children age 2–5 and their parent or carer to be creative together. Younger siblings are welcome too. The class will help children to develop fine motor skills and senses as they explore materials and mark-making.

MUSIC SOUP

Join Eilidh in her music class designed for children in P2 – P4. This class will explore all aspects of music from beat and rhythm to dynamics and pitch. There will be a chance to sing, dance to the rhythm and play musical games!

EDUCATION

SAT ART CLUBS

These sessions offer a range of visual art and design activities for Primary school children every Saturday in term time. You don’t have to book for a whole term. There’s a different activity every week so come when you can.

SAT ART CLUB

SAT DRAMA CLUBS

P1-P3s will learn basic drama skills such as building confidence, teamwork and developing characters and creating their own stories. The P4-7 class will work with scripts and will also create some of our own work.

YOUTH TRAD

Join our slow session for young musicians (P7+), where you’ll learn tunes at a comfortable pace & play in a group setting. Whether new to playing or looking to gain more experience, this session is a great stepping stone to other sessions.

YOUTH BOARD

EDUCATION

Age14-25

If you would like to have a say in what happens in An Lanntair, would like to learn about programming an event or curating an exhibition or have interesting creative ideas that you would like to see happen in your Arts Centre then come and join our Youth Board. Dates will be advertised online.

ART LAB

A dynamic space for young people to unleash their creativity. Whether you’re into drawing, painting, sculpture, video editing, or image manipulation, we’ve got the tools and equipment and support for you!

CLÀR

Age14-25

Join us for a deep dive into world building, character development and game mechanics! Fine tune your skills in 3D modelling, sound design, illustration, storytelling, coding and more! No experience necessary. Image credit to particpant Ryan.

YOUTH THEATRE

We will build on confidence, creativity, and communication while exploring various aspects of performance-making from improvisation and script writing, to physical theatre and devising.

S1-S6

EDUCATION

CREATIVE CONNECTIONS

A series of free creative workshops for adults over the age of 60 in the Western Isles who feel isolated as a result of their circumstances

SKETCH AND PRINT WITH GILL THOMPSON

Tuesdays

14 Jan - 18 Feb, 2pm - 3pm Online, via Zoom

Book by Tues 7 Jan to receive materials in time for the first session.

During this block of 6 workshops you will be given a different simple sketching prompt each week to prepare for the next online session. Prompts will include items like plants, bottles and jars, natural materials, kitchen utensils etc. You will use your sketches to experiment with a different print technique each week including : Relief print with polystyrene sheets, intaglio print with Tetra Pak packaging, monoprinting with oil pastels, and printing with found materials.

TEXTILE JOURNALS: TELLING YOUR STORY

Wednesdays

15 Jan - 19 Feb, 11am - 12pm

Online, via Zoom

Book by Wed 8 Jan to receive materials in time for the first session.

In this course with textiles artist Annabel Pattulo you’ll design and create a fabric journal cover using techniques like patchwork, stamping, hand-dyeing, embroidery, and appliqué. The pages (paper) inside will come to life with your reflections on nature, memories, and daily life, filling them with your writing, ideas, doodles, and quotes, as well as creative backgrounds that make each one unique. Perfect for anyone wanting to explore self-expression through art and storytelling, Annabel will guide you through fun, accessible techniques to create a beautiful piece, that reflects your own style and story.

EDUCATION

DRAWING FOR RELAXATION WITH KATE TEMPLE

Fridays

17 Jan - 28 Feb (except 14 Feb)

3pm - 4pm Online, via Zoom

Book by Fri 10 Jan to receive materials in time for the first session.

This workshop series will focus on relaxing and meditative drawing techniques. Every week we’ll make marks and draw patterns, shapes and lines, repeating and expanding as we go. You don’t need any previous drawing experience, just bring along a hot drink and some simple materials. I’ll introduce you to some simple techniques designed to calm the mind and body and we’ll draw and chat together. The final session could be double length, or an additional session added later, depending on participants preference.

WITCHES & WEEDS WITH ARTIST TARA M DAKINI

Tuesdays

18 Feb - 25 Mar

3.30pm - 4.45pm Online, via Zoom

Book by Tue 11 Feb to receive materials in time for the first session.

About 4000 people were accused of Witchcraft during the Scottish Witch Hunts, between 1563 & 1736. These people, of whom 85% were women, have been lost to us in history and their stories forgotten. During this course, led by artist Tara M Dakini, participants will learn about the Scottish Witch Hunts and how to find out the names of the women who were accused as Witches in their area. We’ll honour their memory by creating simple memorials decorated with wildflower designs using paper, card and gouache paint, with paper-cutting and pop-up card techniques.