EDEN COURT THEATRE GUIDE FROM MAY 2014

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FROM MAY 2014

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a three year period over 70% of the population of the Highlands attended a ticketed event here.

When you combine these ticket sales with our conference business we make an estimated economic contribution to the Highlands of over £6 million.

As you may know, I normally use this opportunity to talk in a little more depth about my own particular highlights of the coming season.

However, this time round I’d like to tell you some interesting facts about Eden Court – things we should all collectively be proud of.

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elcome to a new season of entertainment at Eden Court. As ever, we have a fantastic line-up of dance, family events, drama, music, comedy and more.

A few weeks prior to this brochure being printed we held a showcase event here at Eden Court to highlight the incredible work our CREATIVE department do. Although the response was overwhelmingly positive it confirmed our suspicions that we’ve not been shouting loud enough about our achievements.

Many of those who attended already knew that we ran over 60 classes and activities every week at Eden Court.

Equally, they were aware that we offered courses in Higher Dance, Higher

There’s probably a lot you already know about Eden Court and the fact that you’re reading this most likely means that you come here regularly. It also means that you bought one (or more) of the 160,000 theatre tickets we sold last year. That’s a really impressive number and means that relative to the size of our population, we are the best attended theatre in the UK. It’s testament to the great programme of theatre and cinema on offer that over Eden Court is supported by:

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Drama and LAMDA (London Academy of Dramatic Art). But most people who were at the showcase event were unaware that Eden Court CREATIVE runs the largest creative learning programme of any UK theatre. Indeed, they were genuinely gobsmacked by the positive impact our CREATIVE department is having in communities throughout the Highlands.

It’s no exaggeration to say we are transforming lives through creativity.

There’s not anywhere near enough room here to even scratch the surface of what CREATIVE do but if you’d like to know more please contact creative@eden-court.co.uk Have a great summer!

Best Wishes Colin Marr

Chief Executive Eden Court

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COLIN’S WELCOME

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COLIN’S WELCOME

DANCE Michael Clark

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Breakin’ Convention

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Romeo & Juliet

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Lord of the Flies

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Peter Pan on Ice

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Stars of Strictly Come Dancing

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Havana Nights

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Squish Squared

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Viewings by Robbie Synge

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Get Scotland Dancing

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DRAMA

Carnaby Street The Concert

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One Night of Queen

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Elio Pace Performs The Billy Joel Songbook

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Singing Nina Simone

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The Billy Fury Years

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BLAS Festival 2014

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animal / vegetable / mineral

Nuala Kennedy Band with Troy MacGillivray

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EMPIRE THEATRE

Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham

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Saltfishforty 41 Gizzen Briggs Fiddlers’ Rally

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U18s £10.00

Commissioned by Barbican, London

Marit and Rona

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EDEN COURT DANCE CLASS ATTENDEES £12.00

Aiseag - Commonwealth Biennial

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EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Co-produced by Barbican, London, Michael Clark Company, Maison des Arts de Créteil, Théâtres de la Ville de Luxembourg and Tramway, Glasgow.

Northern Roots Festival Inverness

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The Mousetrap

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Mick Flavin’s Country & Irish Show

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Uncle Varick

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Dominic Kirwin

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In My Father’s Words

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John, Ben and Mrs Mac Are Back!

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Money… The Game Show

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Highlights Concert: Inverness Music Festival

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Biding Time (remix)

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The Light of Hope

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Whisky Galore

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The Haunters

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The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland

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Walking on the Roof

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MUSICAL, classical, opera, choral

Indian Peter’s Coffee House

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West Side Story

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The Only Way Is Downton

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Avenue Q

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51 Shades of Maggie

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Madama Butterfly

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra

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Scottish Ensemble

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Grandad and Me

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A Small Story

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What The Ladybird Heard

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The Gruffalo

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La Tragedie Comique

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The Singing Kettle: Fantastic Funfair

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COMEDY CINEMA TIMETABLE

REDUCED RATES £18.00

animal / vegetable / mineral continues Clark’s history of close collaboration with contemporary artists, designers and musicians and includes music by Relaxed Muscle, Scritti Politti, and Sex Pistols amongst others.

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Dr Andrew Murray: The Ultimate Marathon Man

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The Lady Boys of Bangkok

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DAILY EXPRESS

The dancers are formidable, and the lighting and costumes are transfixing.

An Evening of Mediumship with Tony Stockwell 55 Ben Hart: The Outsider

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JUST BOOKED 24-27

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Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson in Concert

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Rab Noakes and Kathleen MacInnes

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GUARDIAN

Elaine C Smith

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Michael Palin

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ACCESS Eden Court Accessible Performances

MUSIC

Michael Clark Company is supported using public funding

by Arts Council England. 2014 Scotland Tour is supported

by Creative Scotland.

Spare and delicate, its austere aesthetic pulses with alien beauty as dancers crisscross the stage [an] exhilarating triple bill.

TALKS AND SPECIAL EVENTS Highland and Moray Food and Drink Festival

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Winner of the 2013 Manchester Theatre Awards

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Scooby-Doo! The Mystery of the Pyramid

Happyness Comedy Festival 2014

SEAT PRICE £20.00

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FAMILY

FRI 13 JUN 19.30

Choreographer Michael Clark Lighting Designer Charles Atlas Costumes Stevie Stewart, Michael Clark

Fred Morrison

Chorale - A Sam Shepard Roadshow

GALLERY

MICHAEL CLARK COMPANY

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EDEN COURT CREATIVE Alice The Musical

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Horse 33

SQA Higher Dance Show

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Preston Reed

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Spectacular! Spectacular!

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The Two Man Gentlemen Band

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LOCAL / SHOWCASE

Budapest Café Orchestra

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YolanDa Brown

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Inverness Provincial MOD 2014

Niki King

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Martin Alvarado

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TICKETS AND INFO SEATING PLAN AND INFO

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Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

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DANCE

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Breakin’ Extras

Breakin’ Workshop

After parties

FRI 16 & SAT 17 MAY 18.00 – 19.45

SAT 17 MAY 15.30 – 17.00

(CHURCH ST, INVERNESS) Entry only via guest list – to request your name on the guest list visit www.theIG.LU/event67

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NEWSROOM BAR (1ST FLOOR FOYER) As part of Breakin’ 2014 there will be a host of FREE pre show hip hop extras including a graffiti wall, T-shirt tagging, DJ Tony Thrills hosting the open floor, plus a have a go floor for all ages. We’ll also have performances from local groups and a free workshop for 12+ too.

JIM LOVE STUDIO SEAT PRICE £8.00

FRI 16 & SAT 17 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00 U18s £8.00 GROUPS 6+ £10.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Breakin’ Convention, the international festival of hip hop dance theatre, returns with another line-up of jaw-dropping performances by companies from around the world and around the corner. This hugely popular production is hosted and curated by UK hip hop theatre artist Jonzi D. Alongside performances from local crews (Butterscotch & Robbie Synge, Centrestage, Cultured Mongrel Dance Theatre, Jackin’ the Box, Jonzi D & Ivan Blackstock, TruUni Teen Crew) Breakin’ Convention features uplifting performances from Olivier Award-nominated

SAT 17 MAY

This is your chance to learn the coolest moves from some of the performers at Breakin’ Convention!

With the workshop numbers limited to 25.

KARMA LOUNGE (TIME AND ENTRY INFO TO BE CONFIRMED)

ILL-Abilities (International), an international b-boy crew that challenges the misconceptions about people with disabilities, Ukweli Roach (UK), founding member of BirdGang Dance Company with an ensemble performance about temptation and vice, and Wanted Posse (France) expressing the roots of their personal revolutions.

Breakin’ Convention is more than just a show: DJs, dancers, demonstrations and workshops take over the foyers in the ultimate celebration of hip hop culture.

Check the Breakin’ Convention website for updates.

A Sadler’s Wells Project In association with Dance Consortium WWW.BREAKINCONVENTION.COM

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

IG:LU

12+

Breakin’ Convention 2014 EMPIRE THEATRE

FRI 16 MAY 22.30

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

07 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★ SUNDAY HERALD

Extraordinary. An exhilarating adaption. You are simply gripped by the power and emotion of the storytelling

DANCE

Romeo & Juliet

Breathtaking – a triumph

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EMPIRE THEATRE A

WED 07 – SAT 10 MAY WED 07 – SAT 10 EVE 19.30 SAT 10 MAT 14.00 SEAT PRICE FRI 09 & SAT 10 EVE £30.00 / £27.00 / £23.00 / £20.50 WED 07 & THU 08 EVE, SAT 10 MAT £28.00 / £25.00 / £21.00 / £18.50 REDUCED RATES £2.00 OFF ALL PERFORMANCES U26s £10.00 FAMILY TICKET (MAX 4 TICKETS, MIN 2 CHILDREN) WED 07 & THU 08 EVE & SAT 10 MAT £66.00 / FRI 09 & SAT 10 EVE £70.00 GROUPS 10+ GET 10 TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF 9 SCHOOL GROUPS £10.00 + 1 TEACHER FREE FOR EVERY 10 PUPILS DANCE SCHOOLS £7.50 (ONLY AVAILABLE TO U18s) + 1 ADULT FREE FOR EVERY 10 YOUNG PEOPLE BOOKED (EXCLUDES FRI & SAT EVE) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES Running time 2 hrs (incl 20 min interval)

Dance meets drama with powerful effect in Scottish Ballet’s iconic and vivid reinterpretation of Shakespeare’s greatest love story.

Choreographer Krzysztof Pastor (Polish National Ballet) has created a Romeo and Juliet for Scottish Ballet as timeless as love itself; set against a dramatic multimedia backdrop, his story of star-crossed lovers spans three decades of Italian life.

Romeo & Juliet is set to the world-famous Prokofiev score performed live by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra and with special rearrangement by kind permission of the Prokofiev estate. www.scottishballet.co.uk

Audio Described performance Sat 10 May at 14:00, preceded by a touch tour at 12:30 for visually impaired patrons and their companions.

Ballet Cafe Late

NEW ADVENTURES AND RE:BOURNE PRODUCTION

‘MATTHEW BOURNE

TUE 06 MAY | 19.00-21.00 TICKETED: £10.00 THE JIM LOVE STUDIO

HAS BROUGHT

DANCE TO THE MASSES LIKE NOBODY ELSE’

Pre-show talk (focus on dance)

The Scotsman

THU 08 MAY | 18.30-19.00 FREE BUT TICKETED THE MACLEAN ROOM

Pre-show talk (focus on music) FRI 09 MAY | 18.30-19.00 FREE BUT TICKETED THE MACLEAN ROOM

Post-show discussion FRI 09 MAY | Following performance EMPIRE THEATRE

Based on the novel Lord of the Flies by WILLIAM GOLDING Choreographed by SCOTT AMBLER

Insight SAT 10 MAY | 11.00-12.30 (Age 12+) TICKETS £5.50 / Reduced Rates £3.50 THE MACLEAN ROOM

Adapted and Directed by

MATTHEW BOURNE and SCOTT AMBLER

NEW ADVENTURES AND RE:BOURNE

Matthew Bourne’s New Adventures has created some of the most successful shows of the last 25 years, including Swan Lake, Nutcracker and Sleeping Beauty.

EMPIRE THEATRE

Now the company unites a cast of New Adventures dancers with remarkable young talent from Inverness and the Highlands in an extraordinary adaptation of William Golding’s classic novel, Lord of the Flies choreographed by Olivier nominated Scott Ambler.

Lord of the Flies wed 28 – sat 31 may WED 28 – SAT 31 EVE 19.30 THU 29 MAT 13.00 SAT 31 MAT 13.30 SEAT PRICE WED & THU EVE, THU & SAT MAT £25.00 / £23.00 / £19.00 / £16.50

FRI & SAT EVE £28.00 / £25.00 / £21.00 / £18.50 REDUCED RATES £2.00 OFF ALL PERFORMANCES U26s £10.00 ALL PERFORMANCES GROUPS 10+ GET 10 TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF 9 SCHOOL GROUPS £10.00 PLUS 1 TEACHER FOR EVERY 10 STUDENTS GOES FREE DANCE SCHOOLS £7.50 ONLY AVAILABLE TO U18s, PLUS 1 ADULT FREE FOR EVERY 10 YOUNG PEOPLE BOOKED. (EXCLUDES FRI & SAT EVE)

Finding themselves abandoned in a deserted theatre, Golding’s legendary characters are brought to life with raw energy, emotional intensity and breathtaking performances. Civilisation crumbles and the rulebook is forgotten as the story builds to an electrifying climax.

Chilling, beautiful and hugely entertaining, Lord of the Flies will enthral Bourne fans and inspire a generation of new audiences.

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES EDEN COURT FRIENDS SPECIAL OFFER – 2 FOR THE PRICE OF 1 (OFFER AVAILABLE FOR WED 28 PERF ONLY - please note there is no Eden Court Friends discount applicable with this offer) 8+

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in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

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Peter Pan on Ice

Havana Nights

EMPIRE THEATRE

ONETOUCH THEATRE

TUE 29 APR – SAT 03 MAY

SAT 21 JUN 20.00

TUE 29 APR – SAT 03 MAY EVE 19.30 THU 01 & SAT 03 MAY MAT 13.30

SEAT PRICES £15.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00

SEAT PRICE

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TUE 29 APR ALL TICKETS £16.00 WED 30 APR & THU 01 MAY EVE £22.00 / £20.00 / £18.00

Havana Nights was a big hit last year and this year is set to be just as successful. Come along and experience live and authentic performances of Cuban music and dance in a nightclub atmosphere right here in Inverness. The evening will be hosted by a live Latin DJ along with special guest Indira Roman, and as always there will be plenty of opportunity for everyone to join in and party.

THU 01 & SAT 03 MAY MAT £26.00 / £23.00 / £21.00 FRI 02 & SAT 03 MAY EVE £26.00 / £23.00 / £21.00 REDUCED RATES £3.00 OFF ALL PERFORMANCES (EXCEPT TUE 29 APR) U18s £15.00 GROUPS 10+ BUY 10 GET 11th TICKET FREE FAMILY TICKET £65.00 (2 ADULTS, 2 CHILDREN – EACH EXTRA CHILD £15.00, EXCEPT THU 01 MAY MAT) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

SALSA FEST

5+

Ice shows are always magical but this spectacular adaptation of J M Barrie’s classic tale about the boy who never grew up, is really something special.

Performed by the world renowned Russian Ice Stars, who were last at Eden Court with Sleeping Beauty, Peter Pan on Ice takes us to mysterious lands filled with dastardly pirates, beautiful mermaids and ticking crocodiles. Don’t miss The Russian Ice Stars bring to life the story which has inspired generation after generation.

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Based on the story by J.M. Barrie.

By arrangement with Great Ormond Street Hospital Children’s Charity and Samuel French Limited.

SAT 21 JUN Classes from 09.30 onwards

Get in the mood for Havana Nights with Salsa Fest - a day of Latin American dance classes at Eden Court. These fantastic classes will be taught by the best dance tutors in the region and some special guests will come along too.

For more information on the class content and dance styles see the Eden Court CREATIVE brochure page 07 or email salsa@almacubana.co.uk

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Stars of Strictly Come Dancing Featuring Pasha Kovalev & Katya Virshilas EMPIRE THEATRE MON 02 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £25.00 REDUCED RATES £23.00 GROUPS 10+ BUY 10 TICKETS, GET 11TH FREE

Squish Squared INVERNESS TENNIS & SQUASH CLUB

Room 2 Manoeuvre presents Squish Squared.

WED 11 JUN 19.30

A humorous and dynamic male contemporary dance duet about the competitive streak that lies within and between individuals and the costs of achieving success. Squish Squared is part of the Glasgow 2014 Cultural Programme and will work up a sweat from Shetland to the Borders this summer. You watch the action through the glass fronted squash court and at the end of the show you too can have a go at bashing a ball against a wall!

SEAT PRICE £8.00

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REDUCED RATES £5.00

Pasha and Katya along with their stunning dancers bring you their spectacular brand new Ballroom and Latin show in a carnival of music, dance, costumes and sparkles!

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There will be Fiery Cha Cha Cha, Romantic Waltz, Passionate Rumba and Dramatic Paso Doble and their stunning choreography will be further enhanced by an array of lighting and special effects, a truly interactive experience with audience participation.

For more info please visit www.glasgow2014.com/culture

It is all that you have seen on TV and much, much more.

A truly fun evening of dance and entertainment for the whole family.

For more dance events see page 23

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in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

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DRAMA

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Deservedly a classic among murder thrillers

THU 12 & FRI 13 JUN DOUBLE BILL PERFORMANCES THU 12 & FRI 13 JUN 20.00

THE OBSERVER

WORKSHOP FRI 13 JUN 14.00-16.00 POST SHOW MUSIC FRI 13 JUN 22.00 SEAT PRICE ONE DOUBLE BILL £15.00

A truly entertaining classic thriller

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BOTH DOUBLE BILLS £20.00

PRESENCE THEATRE LTD

WORKSHOP £5.00

Chorale - A Sam Shepard Roadshow

POST SHOW MUSIC FREE

ONETOUCH THEATRE / STALLS FOYER (POST SHOW MUSIC)

U18s ONE PERFORMANCE £10.00 / TWO PERFORMANCES £14.00

Sam Shepard is America’s most adventurous and poetic living playwright. This is an opportunity to experience his work through this unique roadshow – featuring three plays, two films, a night of music and a workshop.

THU 12 JUN

FRI 13 JUN

DOUBLE BILL THE HOLY GHOSTLY & THE WAR IN HEAVEN

WORKSHOP (16+)

The Holy Ghostly

by Sam Shepard

Shepard tears apart the dysfunctional father/son relationship that haunts his work with this early play, a brutally entertaining campfire tale full of abrupt transformations, freewheeling myth and bodies that just won’t stay dead.

The War in Heaven by Joseph Chaikin and Sam Shepard A moving plea from both a fallen angel and a man struggling to be heard once more. Co-written with actor Joseph Chaikin after he was left aphasic following a major stroke.

REDUCED RATES

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THE SUNDAY TIMES

The Mousetrap EMPIRE THEATRE MON 23 – SAT 28 JUN MON 23 – SAT 28 JUN EVE 20.00 THU 26 & SAT 28 JUN MAT 14.00

A workshop on the collaborative working methods of Sam Shepard and Joseph Chaikin, centred on a screening of a second film by Shirley Clarke, Tongues. Led by director Simon Usher.

SEAT PRICE MON 23 EVE £23.00 / £21.00 TUE 24, WED 25, THU 26 £26.00 / £24.00

DOUBLE BILL SAVAGE/LOVE & THE ANIMAL (YOU)

THU 26 & SAT 28 MAT £23.00 / £21.00

Savage/Love by Sam Shepard and Joseph Chaikin

FRI 27 & SAT 28 EVE £29.00 / £25.00

Academy Award winning director Shirley Clarke captures Obie award winning actor Joseph Chaikin’s extraordinary solo performance in this little seen film version of the play.

The Animal (You) created by Jack Tarlton and Simon Usher using Sam Shepard’s works A drive through the landscape of Sam Shepard’s poetry and prose, played loud to the standard rock and roll progression of C, A minor, F, G chords.

POST-SHOW MUSIC - HERONS! LIVE Ben Kritikos work is reminiscent of Sam Shepard’s music and he will be providing live music for the performances. At this solo gig Ben Kritiko will be playing the music of his band, Herons!

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

REDUCED RATES £2.00 OFF ALL PERFORMANCES EXCEPT MON 23 JUN U18s/SCHOOL GROUPS ALL PERFS £17.00 (EXCEPT MON 23 £10.00) PLUS 1 TEACHER FREE FOR EVERY 10 PUPILS GROUPS 10+ £3.00 OFF MON 23, TUE 24 & THU 27 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES ALL PERFS EXCEPT MON 23

A classic. A landmark. A legend.

The Mousetrap is famous around the world for being the longest running show of any kind in the history of British theatre - with over 25,000 performances it’s a play to be proud of. And to celebrate 60 incredible years on stage, it’s going on tour for the first time, to give you a once in a life-time opportunity to see this masterpiece here at Eden Court.

The scene is set when a group of people gathered in a country house cut off by the snow discover, to their horror, that there is a murderer in their midst. Who can it be? One by one the suspicious characters reveal their sordid pasts until at the last, nerve-shredding moment the identity and the motive are finally revealed.

In her own inimitable style, Agatha Christie has created an atmosphere of shuddering suspense and a brilliantly intricate plot where murder lurks around every corner. www.mousetrapontour.com

BSL Interpreted performance Fri 27 Jun at 20.00.

Audio Described performance Sat 28 Jun at 14.00 preceded by a touch tour at 12.30 for visually impaired patrons and their companions.

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

AN UNLIMITED THEATRE AND BUSH THEATRE CO-PRODUCTION

THE RAPTURE THEATRE COMPANY

Uncle Varick

MONEY...

The Game Show

ONETOUCH THEATRE MON 02 & TUE 03 JUN 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00

WED 18 JUN 19.30

U18s £10.00

SEAT PRICE £12.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

REDUCED RATES £10.00

12+

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+ contains some strong language

DUNDEE REP ENSEMBLE

TROMOLO PRODUCTIONS

Biding Time (remix)

ONETOUCH THEATRE MON 14 & TUE 15 JUL 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00 U18s £8.00

FRI 09 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £15.00

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A co-production between Rapture Theatre and Mull Theatre What happens when the rock and roll of swinging sixties London collides with the rock and moss of remote Scotland? Sandy Sheridan: pretentious art critic and self proclaimed cultural icon returns from London and home to his Scottish country pile – with his new, much younger, wife in tow. Waiting for him are his stoical daughter Shona and his acerbic exbrother in law: Uncle Varick.

Uncle Varick is John Byrne’s (author of Tutti Frutti and The Slab Boys) moving yet humorous adaptation of Chekov’s classic Uncle Vanya, relocated to 1960’s rural Scotland. Scottish theatre legend, Jimmy Chisholm (Para Handy) leads a cast of great Scottish performers including Dave Anderson, John Stahl, Maureen Carr and Ashley Smith.

By Clare Duffy

By Justin Young Gaelic by Iain F Macleod Directed by Philip Howard Design by Fiona Watt Lighting by Grant Anderson Music by Jon Beales In an old wooden house by the shore of Lake Ontario in Canada, Louis battles with his elderly father, Don, whose decline into dementia is gradually robbing him of the ability to speak. Louis’ professional success as a university teacher of Classics belies an emotional inarticulacy which matches his father’s inability to express himself in words.

Before the financial crisis of 2008, Casino and Queenie were hedge fund managers. Now, in an inspired – or desperate – career move, they’ve turned to performance art to share their stories of how to make (and lose) billions from economic downturn.

Playing with £10,000 in real pound coins, you are invited to bet long, short and hedge as Casino and Queenie guide you through high stake games, demonstrating how the world’s economic system came to the brink of collapse.

Into their lives comes Flora, the carer that Louis employs to look after Don. Flora is of Scottish heritage and a good listener, and she understands that the ‘nonsense’ which Don speaks is fragmented Gaelic, opening up an ocean of revelations and buried family history spanning the Atlantic.

Money… The Game Show is a thrillingly interactive new play that takes a playful and politically sharp look at the roots of the financial crisis and its impact, and asks the big questions: What is money? What is it worth?

And what happens if we stop believing in it?

In My Father’s Words is a beautiful play about identity - national and personal - and language, and the utter indivisibility between the two.

Initially developed as part of the Platform 18 Award 2011 at The Arches and Traverse Theatre, and now a co-production between Unlimited Theatre and the world famous Bush Theatre in London.

Set against a sensational sixties soundtrack, arranged and performed by Dave Wildcat Anderson, Uncle Varick is both entertaining and thought provoking.

In the year that the Commonwealth Games comes back to Scotland, the Dundee Rep presents a play which re-tells the Scottish emigrant story for our times.

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…thought-provoking, memorable and one off stuff THE HERALD ★★★★ *

In My Father’s Words

Uncle Varick by John Byrne

DRAMA

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WWW.UNLIMITED.ORG.UK

A fiercely showbiz affair. the writing glitters with an unexpected brilliance.

THE SCOTSMAN A Culture 2014 Event

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

REDUCED RATES £13.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+

Based on Louise Quinn’s first hand experiences of the music industry with a guest appearance from legendary performer and Drag King, Diane Torr, the show features the first ever use of silent disco technology in a gig format with the story told through feature-film quality visuals and a giant white rabbit for a truly unique, immersive audience experience.

This stunning collaboration between musician Louise Quinn (A Band Called Quinn), Grid Iron Theatre’s Artistic Director Ben Harrison & award winning Scottish film maker Uisdean Murray is incredibly difficult to describe so the best thing to do is visit the website and then do yourself a favour and buy a ticket – you won’t regret it.

WWW.BIDINGTIMEREMIX.COM

This is a very carefully constructed piece of theatre that tells a story, makes a point and is as endearing to listen to as it is to watch TVBOMB ★★★★

Book your tickets at: www.eden-court.co.uk

DRAMA

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15 The characters are rich creations brought to life

by Fiona Knowles with tremendous vitality

COMAR (FOR A MULL THEATRE PRODUCTION)

Whisky Galore ONETOUCH THEATRE

THE SCOTSMAN

MON 26 & TUE 27 MAY 19.30

MsFits

Walking on the Roof ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £16.00

SUN 31 AUG 19.30

REDUCED RATES £14.00

SEAT PRICE £11.00

U18s £10.00

REDUCED RATES £9.00

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A night of riotous comedy as four hapless but frightfully nice actors in evening dress gather in a 1940s BBC drama studio where they use their skills, wit, ingenuity and 100 unlikely sound effects and props to recreate the hilarious story of the valiant people of the Island of Todday.

It’s WW2 and due to rationing, there is not a drop of whisky to be had. Then the SS Cabinet Minister runs aground and the crew has to abandon the cargo - 50,000 cases of the best quality export whisky!

And the whole world goes quiet. Nothing but the sound of the wind in her ears. She opens her eyes and looks down. She sees...

Part of Homecoming Scotland 2014 Whisky Month WWW.MULLTHEATRE.COM WWW.COMAR.CO.UK

Brilliant... played with terrific enjoyment and confidence... one of the most purely enjoyable evenings a modern Scottish theatre audience could wish for... * * * * JOYCE MCMILLAN, SCOTSMAN

This is about as good as it gets... the audience roared its approval throughout

A compassionate and humorous story told with vitality by Fiona Knowles, who metamorphoses convincingly from unhinged outsider to no-messing survivor

BILL MACLEAN, DAILY EXPRESS

MIKE MARAN PRODUCTIONS

Indian Peter’s Coffee House SO | COCO COFFEE SHOP, INVERNESS (opposite town house)

The Haunters

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WWW.MSFITS.CO.UK

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ISOSCELES PRODUCTIONS

A stark staging with graveside solemnity, shadowy silhouettes, ghostly shrieks and murmuring voices in which two men are scared out of their wits by past events too horrible to contemplate.

Yvonne has a guilty secret, and she’s not the only one, how long before she is found out?

Wild and wicked women, fugitives and fraud, gangs and guilt, mothers and sons, they’re all here, and more, in this hilarious, poignant and nail biting drama from The MsFits.

FRI 27 JUN 21.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £12.00

THU 29 MAY 20.00

REDUCED RATES £10.00

SEAT PRICE £13.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

REDUCED RATES £11.00

Written and performed by Mike Maran With music by Rona Wilkie (fiddle) Directed by Patrick Sandford

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Written by Patrick Prior Directed by Jim Dunk Performed by Pat Abernethy and Dave Marsden No-one ever stayed in the dark, brooding house for very long. There was something wrong there, very wrong.

When a brilliant doctor takes up residence only to die violently, his brother decides to investigate and this sets in motion a chain of events which will eventually lead him into a vortex of terror. So what is the terrible secret hidden behind the doors of the house by the river?

WWW.ISOSCELES.BIZ

A thoroughly enjoyable one man show skilfully accompanied and underscored throughout by live fiddle music and snippets of Gaelic song from Rona Wilkie. ****The Scotsman

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

Indian Peter’s Coffee House is a caffeinefuelled, rip-roaring, swashbuckling story of kidnap, shipwreck, slavery, murder, mayhem and skulduggery. It tells the story of Scotsman Peter Williamson (1720 – 1799) who was kidnapped in Aberdeen, sold as a labourer to a farmer in Pennsylvania and then captured and enslaved by native Americans.

Unbelievably, that’s just the beginning of the story. Come along and find out how this incredible man came to open his own coffee house in Edinburgh, run a private post office and invent a submarine for commuting across the Firth of Forth to Fife.

WWW.MIKEMARAN.COM

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Donald McKenzie

The Only Way is Downton ONETOUCH THEATRE THU 01 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 12+

Written and performed by Luke Kempner Directed by Owen Lewis Script edited by Jeremy Limb

51 Shades of Maggie EMPIRE THEATRE MON 19 & TUE 20 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £20.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 16+ contains strong language and themes of an adult nature.

Following sold out tours across the UK, Ireland and Australia – the one-woman smash hit comedy sensation 51 Shades of Maggie returns to Eden Court this May! Audiences loved this hilarious send up of the best-selling novel 50 Shades of Grey last time round and this time we’re certain the reaction will be just as good. The show tells the story of loveable working class Maggie Muff who, despite being let down by the men in her life, is still searching for love. Attending an interview at the Social Security Office Maggie meets the handsome and hunky Mr Big! Will Mr Big turn out to be the man of her dreams, or will his “Private Room of Pain” put her off?

Not for the faint-hearted or easily offended, this hilarious new play, full of naughty bits, will have you laughing out loud.

Prepare for the funniest, sexiest (and maybe dirtiest) show of 2014.

Direct from a West End season comes this first national tour of Luke Kempner’s tour-de-force impressions comedy, in an extended version featuring exclusive new material.

Having made his name with YouTube hit Downstairs At Downton, and appearances in musicals including Les Mis and Avenue Q, Kempner’s debut solo show won critical acclaim and sell-out audiences at the Edinburgh Fringe last year.

As celebrities start appearing at the Abbey, cultures clash and eras hilariously collide in this brilliant new parody, which takes in many other popular TV shows and familiar modern voices to help the cast of Downton save the estate from financial ruin – again!

WWW.THEONLYWAYISDOWNTON.COM

Lovely spoof... spot-on.

RADIO TIMES

A fine impressionist, giving a splendid display of Downtonry.

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May – August 2014 AT EDEN COURT

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JUNE

JULY

Vanitas and Other Moments in Time by Donald McKenzie

Common-unity: The Face of a Dram by Andrew Ward

Scottish Collection & More by John Lambert

Stalls Gallery

Stalls Gallery

Donald McKenzie BA (Hons) MFA is a painter, sculptor and writer who combines a conceptual approach to his work with traditional techniques and materials. His inspiration stems mainly from his interest and connection to the Western Isles.

These are large scale portraits from a series celebrating some of the unique individuals from the Tomatin Distillery who give and gave their expertise in creating some of the finest Whisky in the Highlands. Although commissioned in 2011 these works have never been exhibited.

Photographer John Lambert’s stunning collection of photographs. ‘The days have gone the moments have passed but they were captured in a heartbeat with camera and lens’.

Inc Fine Arts

All galleries

Blink Gallery Inc Fine Arts are a Highland based contemporary fine art dealer and print maker. In May they bring a selection of exciting works to Eden Court. They can be found online at www.incfinearts.com

John Lambert

AUGUST

Happyness Steve Ullathorne’s Annual Photo Fest

Creative Cairngorms Stalls Gallery

OneTouch Gallery Award winning photographer Steve Ullathorne presents his stunning exhibition featuring live and studio photography of comedians, actors, singers, and cabaret artists from the world of entertainment.

Andrew Ward

Creative Cairngorms is a collective of artists, sculptors, photographers and craft-makers whose work is inspired by the National Park. This exhibition represents a collection of their members’ recent work.

Come & see our range of greeting cards, many by local artists Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

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STARCATCHERS

Scooby-Doo! The Mystery of the Pyramid

A Small Story / Eine Kleine Geschichte

EMPIRE THEATRE

THE JIM LOVE STUDIO WED 21 – SAT 24 MAY 10.30 & 13.30

Let’s say...

Something begins A movement Maybe a touch Time passes Together Sleep, eat, breathe Love Sometimes a quarrel Enough kisses From time to time cake Life A small story.

SEAT PRICE £6.00 FAMILY TICKET (4 PEOPLE) £20.00 NURSERY / SCHOOL GROUPS £5.00 (PLUS 1 TEACHER FREE WITH EVERY 5 CHILDREN) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 2-4yrs

A beautiful and intricate show bringing everyday objects to life for those aged 2 and over.

Created and performed by Andy Manley and Ania Michaelis WWW.STARCATCHERS.ORG.UK

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Grandad and Me A living storybook about loss, longing and the treasures of memory and imagination.

ONETOUCH THEATRE WED 14 MAY 11.30 & 15.45 SEAT PRICE £5.00

Scooby-Doo and the gang are back by popular demand and with even more Spooky Mystery and fun – this time in the Pyramids.

A musical adventure the whole family will enjoy!

TUE 05 & WED 06 AUG tues 05 & wed 06 eve 18.30 WED 06 mat 14.30

Scooby-Doo, Shaggy, Fred, Velma and Daphne arrive in Egypt where they must solve the mystery of Pharaoh Hatchepsout’s Pyramid.

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SEAT PRICE £20.50 REDUCED RATES £15.50 FAMILY TICKET £60.00 (2 ADULTS, 2 CHILDREN) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Easy, you say? Not if the gang has to deal with mysterious mummies plus the wrath of the Pharaoh who will transform anyone who dares to approach the pyramid... into stone!

With hilarious physical comedy, popular tunes and special effects, the whole family will enjoy this new episode live on stage.

Zoinks... book early for best seats!

WWW.SCOOBYDOO-LIVE.COM

BSL Interpreted performance Wed 06 Aug at 14.30

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

In Grandad and Me we meet a little girl who’s Grandad has gone, even though his favourite job was being her Grandad.

Armed with her mouse, a hopeful heart and some jam sandwiches she traces his footsteps on a magical adventure: exploring fishing trawlers, meeting colourful characters, flying to the moon, and an adventure in Grandad’s Italian ice cream van.

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 5+

Using original music, choreography and animation inspired by the illustrations of Jon Bishop [AKA The Grey Earl] Grandad and Me creates a world in which anything is possible and the big questions are asked.

WWW.THELETTERJ.ORG Grandad and Me is supported by Quality Production Funding from Creative Scotland, development funding from Imaginate, The Touring Network, and a donation towards the costs of touring by the Educational Institute of Scotland, and was developed in association with Platform and Dance House Creative Lab residency.

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

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La Tragedie Comique

GROUPS 10+ £9.50 (BUY 10 TICKETS AND GET 11th FREE) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 3+ and their grown-ups

EMPIRE THEATRE

FAMILY TICKET £30.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 11+

EMPIRE THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £12.00

TUE 10 JUN 19.00 REDUCED RATES £8.00

What The Ladybird Heard sun 08 15.30 tue 10 10.30 & 16.00

The Gruffalo

SEAT PRICE £10.00

LADYBIRD PRODUCTIONS LTD

SUN 08 & TUE 10 JUN

ONETOUCH THEATRE

Two crafty robbers, one tiny ladybird, and a whole farmyard of fun! Hefty Hugh and Lanky Len have a cunning plan to steal the farmer’s fine prize cow. But the tiniest, quietest creature of all, The Ladybird, has a plan of her own!

Join the woolly sheep, the hairy hog, the fat red hen and the dainty dog in this brand new stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks’ colourful farmyard adventure.

With live music, puppetry, plenty of audience participation and lots of laughs!

Scottish touring theatre company Plutôt La Vie consistently produce imaginative, vibrant, entertaining and visually driven performances with a European flavour. This summer they present a daring adventure on the rollercoaster of life with their one man show, La Tragedie Comique. Directed by Iain Cameron and performed by Tim Licita, an epic story unfolds about great characters of literature who wait to brought to life by authors and then portrayed by actors.

La Tragédie comique written by Yves Hunstad and Ève Bonfanti, translated by Tim Licata Performed by Tim Licata Directed by Ian Cameron Design by Iain Halket WWW.PLUTOTLAVIE.ORG.UK

…sequence after sequence of inspired comedy … a torrent of creativity, and a profound playfulness!

JOYCE MCMILLAN, THE SCOTSMAN **** (ON BY THE SEAT OF YOUR PANTS – A PLUTÔT LA VIE PLAY)

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in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

fri 18 – sun 20 jul FRI 18 13.30 SAT 19 & SUN 20 10.30 & 13.30 SEAT PRICE £12.00 GROUPS 10+ £9.50 (BUY 10 TICKETS GET 11TH TICKET FREE) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 3+ and their grown-ups

HIT MONSTER FAMILY SHOW, DIRECT FROM A WEST END SEASON! Don’t miss Tall Stories’ hit musical stage adaptation of the award winning picture book, The Gruffalo by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Voted the nation’s number one bedtime story by BBC Radio 2 listeners, The Gruffalo has been performed to well over a million people worldwide and has even hit the small screens in a star-studded TV animation.

This is the perfect family treat and is bursting with songs, laughs and lots of scary fun for children aged 3+ and their grown-ups.

WWW.GRUFFALOLIVE.COM

EDEN COURT C R E A T I V E

The Singing Kettle: Fantastic Funfair EMPIRE THEATRE FRI 15 – sun 17 aug

very special prizes: the Magical Singing Kettles.

fri 15 14.00 SAT 16 & SUN 17 12.00 & 15.00

Packed with audience participation, colourful SEAT PRICE £12.50 (12 MTHS costumes, crazy characters UPWARDS) and lots and lots of surprises, GROUPS 10+ £10.00 BUY 10 GET THE it’s rip-roaring fun for both kids 11TH TICKET FREE and adults alike. Bonzo the Dog FAMILY SAVER £46.00 (MIN 1 ADULT) wins a prize at the fair and eden court friends family thinks he’s a pop star! ticket £42.00 1+

Roll up, roll up for The Singing Kettle’s most amazing adventure yet.

Set in the neon-coloured world of Big Wheels, Merry-go-Rounds and Helter Skelters, join Anya, Kevin and Gary as they take a trip round the Fantastic Funfair.

There’s thrills and spills with games like hook the rubber duck and test o’ strength to win

action Fantastic Funfair comes to your town. Dress in bright colours from head to toe for the Funfair.

WWW.SINGINGKETTLE.COM SEAT PRICE £6.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

…superb audience participation and fabulous musical fun creates a delightful experience that only the Singing Kettle can deliver every time.

Sing along with Singing Kettle favourites Baby Bumble Bee, Favourite Colours and Billy Goats Gruff, as well as brand new songs like Roller Coaster Ride, you will be captivated by the Fantastic DAILY RECORD Funfair. There’s even a chance ... a delight for kids, you could be picked to help out parents and grandparents on stage during the show.

Don’t miss the most fabulous fun for all the family, when The Singing Kettle’s non-stop, all

alike. The laughter, singing and interaction is contagious.

EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS

Viewings by Robbie Synge IG:LU SAT 26 & sun 27 APR SAT 26 13.00, 14.00, 15.00, 16.00, 17.00, 18.00, 19.00 SUN 27 11.00, 12.00, 13.00, 14.00, 15.00, 16.00, 17.00 HOUSEWARMING: 19.00 – 22.00 FREE BUT TICKETED A site specific dance performance commissioned by the Dance Strategy for the Highlands.

You’ll also be given a ticket to return for a swanky housewarming party on the Sunday evening.

Get Scotland Dancing

We would love to include local dance groups in events happening in their area so if you are interested do get in touch: lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

The Big Dance Pledge On 16 May at 13:00 and 19:00 thousands of people will be celebrating with successive and simultaneous dance performances in a wave across the world and your school or community group could be a part of it. This special 5th edition of the Big Dance Pledge is created by Scottish Ballet with fun and celebration at its heart, as part of the Glasgow 2014 Cultural Programme. Eden Court are also offering dance tutor support. Tutors will come to you and teach your group the moves.

To find out more visit www.bigdance.org.uk/ big-dance-pledge

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

Estate agent Mr. Carbarns will greet and introduce you to charming existing tenants, Lucy and Robbie. Knowing these individuals, we expect you’ll have a highly entertaining and memorable tour of this magnificent property. You’ll leave a house viewing the likes of which you’ve never experienced.

Please note: Max 4 people for each viewing appointment Viewings suitable for 7+ House warming party 18+

Once again Eden Court is the Highland Hub for Get Scotland Dancing events. These won’t just be in the city, but across the whole region.

Dance Trail SAT 07 JUN 13.00-16.00 Follow the treasure trail map to find dance gems in unusual places around Inverness city centre. There will be an exciting variety of dance performances to search out and you might even be able to join in. If you find them all you win a prize!

Full details will be available from the Eden Court website, social media and local press nearer the time.

Dance Along Movie: Hairspray SAT 07 JUN After an afternoon on the Dance Trail you can’t stop the beat, so come and join in with our DANCE ALONG MOVIE – HAIRSPRAY. There will be a dance workshop beforehand and a competition for the best hair style! Get back combing and say welcome to the 60’s for an evening of dancing fun.

For more information please contact: lmarshall@eden-court.co.uk

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

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Ragtime Picnics FRI 27 JUN Castle Of Mey, Caithness SAT 28 JUN Dunvegan Castle, Isle Of Skye SUN 29 JUN Cawdor Castle, Nairn MON 30 JUN Ballindaloch Castle, Moray 14.00-16.00 ALL AGES Soak up the atmosphere of a 1920s summer afternoon on the lawn of your favourite Highland estate, enjoying a picnic, music and dancing.

Eden Court is bringing the 1920s to a venue near you. You’ll be able to learn a Charleston, join in with Bunny Hug, and have a go at the Grizzly Bear! Plus there will be side shows to keep you amused. So pack the hamper, put on your best spats and feathers, and join us for a frivolous flapper of an afternoon.

COMEDY

Now in its third year the Happyness! festival is back

For the full festival line-up check out th e Happyness brochure , visit happy-ness.co. uk or visit eden-court.c o.uk

BUY A FEST IV HAPPYNESS AL PASS AND SEE ALL SHOWS FOR £75.00! (limited av ailability)

It’s hard to think of any other comic who matches Jason Byrne for ebullient energy and regulated chaos

Please Note: Eden Court friends discount applies to standard prices only – not special ticket deals

THE INDEPENDENT

JASON BYRNE hosted

by Fred Macaulay

PATRICK MONAHAN TOMMY TIERNAN EMPIRE THEATRE THU 22 MAY 20.00 14+ £21.00

A legend in Ireland, Tommy Tiernan’s mastery of stand-up allows him to take risks other comedians dare not. Through hilarious storytelling and a high energy, unapologetic delivery he is continually challenging his audience who can be confident they are in safe hands. To see Tommy Tiernan live is a total treat. As his stories unfold you will find yourself laughing harder than you’d ever believe possible.

WWW.TOMMYTIERNAN.COM

ONETOUCH THEATRE FRI 23 MAY 19.15 14+ £13.00 This loveable Teessider likes hugging and eating cake (not simultaneously!) and is renowned for his superb anecdotes, unique charm and unmistakeable brand of humour. Hilarious stand-up comedy for all the family (ages 12+).

As well as numerous TV appearances (most recently you might have seen him in his Speedos on ITV1’s Splash!) Patrick is also a regular MC and headlining act at the top London and UK comedy clubs including the prestigious Jongleurs circuit and the Comedy Store.

...simply the nicest person ever born. He could make you grin while punching your mother, which he would never do!

EMPIRE THEATRE FRI 23 MAY 20.30 14+ £21.00 The biggest selling comedian at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival, Jason Byrne’s inspired and original brand of high-energy intelligent lunacy ensures that there is no other comedian like him!

WWW.JASONBYRNE.IE

EMPIRE STAGE LIMITED CAPACITY (30) SAT 24 MAY 11.30 £6.00 7-12 YEARS

Fred MacAulay Fred arrived relatively late to the world of stand-up comedy, starting at the age of 31 but with his popular morning radio show and a string of TV credits, host Fred MacAulay is undoubtedly one of the most famous faces of Scottish comedy today.

WWW.FREDMACAULAY.COM

TIME OUT LONDON

Come and join CBBC favourites Bec Hill and Patrick Monahan (The Dog Ate My Homework, 12 Again) for a jam-packed hour of stories, songs and games! This unique, high energy children’s show is a must for the family.

Suitable for all the family.

Lovable Stuff THE INDEPENDENT

WWW.PATRICKMONAHAN.CO.UK

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

KIDS COMEDY with Bec Hill and Patrick Monahan

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PATRICK KIELTY hosted by Fred Macaulay The Boy With Tape On His Face ONETOUCH THEATRE SAT 24 MAY 19.15 12+ £15.00 Every once in a while, something magical reminds us that we all have an inner child that must be fed.

Through simple, clever and charming humour aimed at satisfying that hunger, The Boy has created one of the most accessible and enjoyable shows the world has ever seen.

The Boy With Tape On His Face is a character with universal appeal. Delightful, wry, many-layered and hilarious, he transcends the barriers of language and culture.

You’ll laugh, you’ll scream and ultimately end up like The Boy – lost for words.

EMPIRE THEATRE SAT 24 MAY 20.30 14+ £21.00 Irish comedian and television personality Patrick Kielty began his stand up career as the fearless host of Belfast’s Empire Comedy Club in pre-ceasefire Northern Ireland.

More recently he has featured on his own One Night Stand for TV channel Dave and topped the bill for a second time on Live at The Apollo He currently fronts the BBC New Comedy Award on Radio 2 where he is a regular host. Join Patrick as he returns to the stage, doing what he does best…

SEAN HUGHES: PENGUINS ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 25 MAY 19.30 14+ £15.00 The legendary Sean Hughes has performed all over the world and, as well as being the youngest ever winner of the coveted Perrier Award, he has also won a Fringe First for his short plays, Dehydrated and Travellin Light Despite a prolonged absence from the comedy arena, he was recently voted No. 40 in Channel 4’s World’s 100 Greatest Comedians poll and it is on the stage in front of a live audience that Sean is most at home and at his best!

One of the best stand-ups of his generation DAILY TELEGRAPH

Fred MacAulay

Very funny, very human

Scottish funny man, Fred MacAulay is probably best known for his popular Radio Scotland breakfast show and a string of TV appearances including Have I Got News For You and Mock The Week.

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CLASS CLOWN GRAND FINAL hosted by Patrick Monahan JIM LOVE STUDIO SUN 25 MAY 17.00 £5.00

Class Clowns is back!

Once again we’ve scoured the schools of the Highlands and we are bringing you the funniest, silliest, most clowny Class Clowns!

Chosen by their peers to come and compete here at the Grand Final, the funniest jokester of the lot will be winning a trip for themselves and a guardian to the Edinburgh Festival Fringe including accommodation and a VIP pass to one of the top venues on the Edinburgh Fringe, the Gilded Balloon!

The winner will be chosen by a panel of industry experts and the Grand Finale will be hosted by the hilarious Patrick Monahan.

If you are/know a kid with funny bones visit www.happy-ness.co.uk to find out how you can take part!

For the full festival lin e-up check out the Happyness brochure , visit happy-ness.co. uk or visit eden-court.c o.uk

The Boy With Tape on His Face is utterly spectacular! Endlessly inventive, hysterically funny. Fight for a ticket TIME OUT

WWW.THEBOYWITHTAPEONHISFACE.COM

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

Live Cinema

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We are very grateful to our current Business Club members Platinum

National Theatre Live ntlive.nationaltheatre.org.uk

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King Lear

Artistic Director Gregory Doran continues his exploration of Shakespeare’s History Plays, with Antony Sher as Falstaff, Jasper Britton as Henry IV and Alex Hassell as Prince Hal.

THU 01 MAY 19.00 SCHOOLS ENCORE FRI 16 MAY 10.00

Henry IV part 1

ENCORE THU 29 MAY 19.00 & SUN 08 JUN 16.00

WED 14 MAY 19.00

Sam Mendes returns to the National Theatre to direct Simon Russell Beale in the title role of Shakespeare’s tragedy.

GOLD

• Exclusive entertaining • Corporate discounts • Company recognition • Staff benefits

Henry IV prepares for war. Having deposed the previous king, he is all too aware of his tenuous position, and the price to be paid if he falters.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Encore Screenings)

THU 22 MAY, 19.00 & SUN 29 JUN, 16.00

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Royal Shakespeare Company

Following its smash-hit live broadcast in 2012, the National Theatre production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time returns to cinemas.

Henry IV part 2 WED 18 JUN 19.00 King Henry’s health is failing as a second rebellion threatens to surface.

The Two Gentlemen of Verona WED 03 SEP 19.00 Simon Godwin makes his RSC debut to direct Shakespeare’s exuberant romantic comedy.

Royal Opera House Live WW.ROH.ORG.UK/CINEMAS

A Small Family Business MEMBER

LIVE THU 12 JUN 19.00

Eden Court is a registered charity and needs your support.

ENCORE SUN 06 JUL 19.00

Play your part by joining the Business Club.

Alan Ayckbourn’s A Small Family Business returns to the National Theatre for the first time since its celebrated premiere in 1987, when it won the Evening Standard Award for Best Play.

To find out more, please contact: Aelish O’Rourke T. 01463 732679 E. businessclub@eden-court.co.uk

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 60.

Manon Lescaut TUE 24 JUN 18.45 Puccini’s first triumph returns to Covent Garden for the first time in 30 years in a new staging by Jonathan Kent.

Book your tickets at: www.eden-court.co.uk

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MAY THU 01 MAY 13.30 & 19.30 PETER PAN ON ICE page 8 THU 01 MAY 19.00 NT LIVE: KING LEAR page 29 THU 01 MAY 20.00 THE ONLY WAY IS DOWNTON page 16

FRI 02 MAY 19.30 PETER PAN ON ICE page 8 FRI 02 MAY 20.00 SINGING NINA SIMONE page 38 SAT 03 MAY 13.30 & 19.30 PETER PAN ON ICE page 8 SUN 04 MAY 20.00 SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA page 51 WED 07 MAY 19.30 ROMEO & JULIET page 6 WED 07 MAY 20.00 NUALA KENNEDY BAND page 40 THU 08 MAY 19.30 ROMEO & JULIET page 6 FRI 09 MAY 19.30 ROMEO & JULIET page 6 FRI 09 MAY 20.00 BIDING TIME (REMIX) page 13 SAT 10 MAY 14.00 & 19.30 ROMEO & JULIET page 6 SUN 11 MAY 20.00 DOMINIC KIRWIN page 45 TUE 13 MAY 19.30 THE BILLY FURY YEARS page 38 WED 14 MAY 11.30 & 15.45 GRANDAD & ME page 19 WED 14 MAY 19.00 RSC: HENRY IV PART 1 page 29 WED 14 MAY 19.30 THE BAND OF HER MAJESTY’S ROYAL MARINES SCOTLAND page 47 FRI 16 MAY 10.00 NT LIVE: KING LEAR (SCHOOLS ENCORE) page 29

FRI 16 MAY 13.00 & 19.00 THE BIG DANCE PLEDGE page 23 FRI 16 MAY 20.00 BREAKIN’ CONVENTION 2014 page 4 SAT 17 MAY 20.00 BREAKIN’ CONVENTION 2014 page 4 SUN 18 MAY 19.30 FRED MORRISON page 41 MON 19 MAY 20.00 51 SHADES OF MAGGIE page 16 TUE 20 MAY 20.00 51 SHADES OF MAGGIE page 16 WED 21 MAY 10.30 & 13.30 A SMALL STORY page 19 WED 21 MAY 19.30 JETHRO TULL’S IAN ANDERSON IN CONCERT page 32 THU 22 MAY 10.30 & 13.30 A SMALL STORY page 19 THU 22 MAY 19.00 NT LIVE: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME (ENCORE) page 29 THU 22 MAY 20.00 HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL TOMMY TIERNAM page 24-27 FRI 23 MAY 10.30 & 13.30 A SMALL STORY page 19 FRI 23 MAY 19.15 HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL PATRICK MONAHAN page 24-27 FRI 23 MAY 20.30 HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL JASON BYRNE page 24-27 SAT 24 MAY 10.30 & 13.30 A SMALL STORY page 19 SAT 24 MAY 11.30 HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL - KIDS COMEDY WITH BEC HILL & PATRICK MONAHAN page 24-27 SAT 24 MAY 19.15 HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL - THE BOY WITH TAPE ON HIS FACE page 24-27 SAT 24 MAY 19.30 SQA HIGHER DANCE SHOW page 58 SAT 24 MAY 20.30 HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL PATRICK KIELTY page 24-27 SUN 25 MAY 17.00 HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL CLASS CLOWN GRAND FINALE page 24-27 SUN 25 MAY 19.30 HAPPYNESS COMEDY FESTIVAL SEAN HUGHES page 24-27 MON 26 MAY 19.30 WHISKY GALORE page 14 TUE 27 MAY 19.30 WHISKY GALORE page 14 WED 28 MAY 20.00 BEN HART: THE OUTSIDER page 56 WED 28 MAY 19.30 LORD OF THE FLIES page 7 THU 29 MAY 13.00 & 19.30 LORD OF THE FLIES page 7 THU 29 MAY 19.00 NT LIVE: KING LEAR (ENCORE) page 29 THU 29 MAY 20.00 THE HAUNTERS page 14

FRI 30 MAY 19.30 LORD OF THE FLIES page 7 FRI 30 MAY 20.00 NORTHERN ROOTS FESTIVAL INVERNESS page 44 SAT 31 MAY 13.30 & 19.30 LORD OF THE FLIES page 7 SAT 31 MAY 20.00 NORTHERN ROOTS FESTIVAL INVERNESS page 44

THU 12 JUN 20.00 CHORALE - SAM SHEPHARD ROADSHOW page 10 FRI 13 JUN 19.30 MICHAEL CLARK COMPANY - ANIMAL / VEGETABLE / MINERAL page 3 FRI 13 JUN 20.00 CHORALE - SAM SHEPHARD ROADSHOW page 10 SAT 14 JUN 19.30 GIZZEN BRIGGS FIDDLER’S RALLY page 42 SUN 15 JUN LIGHT OF HOPE page 47 TUE 17 JUN 20.00 AVENUE Q page 49

SAT 28 JUN 14.00-16.00 RAGTIME PICNICS (DUNVEGAN CASTLE, ISLE OF SKYE) page 23 SAT 28 JUN 14.00 & 20.00 THE MOUSETRAP page 11 SUN 29 JUN 14.00-16.00 RAGTIME PICNICS (CAWDOR CASTLE, NAIRN) page 23 SUN 29 JUN 16.00 NT LIVE: THE CURIOUS INCIDENT OF THE DOG IN THE NIGHT-TIME (ENCORE) page 29 SUN 29 JUN 20.00 CARNABY STREET THE CONCERT page 36 MON 30 JUN 14.00-16.00 RAGTIME PICNICS (BALLINDALOCH CASTLE, MORAY) page 23

JULY JUNE SUN 01 JUN 19.30 ELIO PACE PERFORMS THE BILLY JOEL SONGBOOK page 37 SUN 01 JUN 20.00 DR ANDREW MURRAY - MARATHON MAN page 54 MON 02 JUN 19.30 STARS OF STRICTLY COME DANCING page 8 MON 02 JUN 20.00 UNCLE VARICK page 12 TUE 03 JUN 20.00 UNCLE VARICK page 12 WED 04 JUN 20.00 MARIT AND RONA page 42 THU 05 JUN 19.15 MADAMA BUTTERFLY page 50 FRI 06 JUN 19.30 HORSE - FLYING SOLO page 33 SAT 07 JUN 13.00-16.00 DANCE TRAIL page 23 SAT 07 JUN TBC DANCE ALONG MOVIE - HAIRSPRAY page 23 SAT 07 JUN 19.15 MADAMA BUTTERFLY page 50 SAT 07 JUN 19.30 HIGHLIGHTS CONCERT: INVERNESS MUSIC FESTIVAL page 46 SUN 08 JUN 16.00 NT LIVE: KING LEAR (ENCORE) page 29 SUN 08 JUN 15.30 WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD page 20 TUE 10 JUN 19.00 LA TRAGEDIE COMIQUE page 21 TUE 10 JUN 10.30 & 16.00 WHAT THE LADYBIRD HEARD page 20 WED 11 JUN 20.00 BUDAPEST CAFE ORCHESTRA page 34 WED 11 JUN 19.30 SQUISH SQUARED page 9 THU 12 JUN 19.00 NT LIVE: A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS page 29

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WED 18 JUN 14.00 & 20.00 AVENUE Q page 49 WED 18 JUN 19.00 RSC: HENRY IV PART 2 page 29 WED 18 JUN 19.30 MONEY... THE GAME SHOW page 13 THU 19 JUN 20.00 YOLANDA BROWN page 35 FRI 20 JUN FROM 09.00 INVERNESS PROVINCIAL MOD 2014 page 59 SAT 21 JUN FROM 09.00 INVERNESS PROVINCIAL MOD 2014 page 59 SAT 21 JUN 19.30 JOHN, BEN & MRS MAC ARE BACK page 46 SAT 21 JUN 20.00 HAVANA NIGHTS page 9 MON 23 JUN 20.00 THE MOUSETRAP page 11 TUE 24 JUN 18.45 ROH: MANON LESCAUT page 29 TUE 24 JUN 19.00 ALICE THE MUSICAL page 58 TUE 24 JUN 20.00 THE MOUSETRAP page 11 WED 25 JUN 20.00 THE MOUSETRAP page 11 WED 25 JUN 19.00 SPECTACULAR! SPECTACULAR! page 59 THU 26 JUN 14.00 & 20.00 THE MOUSETRAP page 11 FRI 27 JUN 14.00-16.00 RAGTIME PICNICS (CASTLE OF MEY, CAITHNESS) page 23 FRI 27 JUN 20.00 THE MOUSETRAP page 11 FRI 27 JUN 21.00 INDIAN PETER’S COFFEE HOUSE page 15

SUN 06 JUL 19.00 NT LIVE: A SMALL FAMILY BUSINESS (ENCORE) page 29 SAT 12 JUL 20.00 SALTFISHFORTY page 41 MON 14 JUL 20.00 MY FATHER’S WORDS page 12 TUE 15 JUL 20.00 MY FATHER’S WORDS page 12 FRI 18 JUL 13.30 THE GRUFFALO page 21 FRI 18 JUL 20.00 PRESTON REED page 33 SAT 19 JUL 11.00-16.00 HIGHLAND AND MORAY FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL page 54 SAT 19 JUL 10.30 & 13.30 THE GRUFFALO page 21 SUN 20 JUL 10.30 & 13.30 THE GRUFFALO page 21 FRI 25 JUL 20.00 ELAINE C SMITH page 57

AUGUST FRI 01 AUG 19.30 AISEAG page 43 FRI 01 AUG 20.00 THE TWO MAN GENTLEMAN BAND page 34 TUE 05 AUG 18.30 SCOOBY-DOO! page 18 WED 06 AUG 14.30 & 18.30 SCOOBY-DOO! page 18 SAT 09 AUG 20.00 MARTIN ALVARADO page 36 WED 13 AUG 20.00 ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN page 37 THU 14 AUG 20.00 ONE NIGHT OF QUEEN page 37 FRI 15 AUG 14.00 SINGING KETTLE - FANTASTIC FUNFAIR page 22 SAT 16 AUG 12.00 & 15.00 SINGING KETTLE - FANTASTIC FUNFAIR page 22 SUN 17 AUG 12.00 & 15.00 SINGING KETTLE - FANTASTIC FUNFAIR page 22 SUN 17 AUG 20.00 RAB NOAKES & KATHLEEN MACINNES page 32 WED 20 AUG 19.30 WEST SIDE STORY page 48 WED 20 - SAT 23 AUG INVERNESS BOOK FESTIVAL page 43 THU 21 AUG 19.30 WEST SIDE STORY page 48 FRI 22 AUG 19.30 WEST SIDE STORY page 48 SAT 23 AUG 14.30 & 19.30 WEST SIDE STORY page 48 TUE 26 AUG 19.30 AN EVENING OF MEDIUMSHIP WITH TV PSYCHIC TONY STOCKWELL page 55 WED 27 AUG 19.30 SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE: COMMONWEALTH STRINGS page 52 FRI 29 AUG 20.00 MICK FLAVIN’S COUNTRY & IRISH SHOW page 45 SAT 30 AUG 20.00 ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM page 40 SUN 31 AUG 19.30 WALKING ON THE ROOF page 15

SEPTEMBER SAT 26 JUL 20.00 NIKI KING QUINTET page 35 TUE 29 JUL 20.00 THE LADY BOYS OF BANGKOK page 55 WED 30 JUL 20.00 THE LADY BOYS OF BANGKOK page 55 THU 31 JUL 20.00 SCOTTISH CHAMBER ORCHESTRA SUMMER CONCERT page 51

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WED 03 SEP 19.00 RSC: THE TWO GENTLEMEN OF VERONA page 29 WED 03 SEP 20.00 RSNO OPERA GALA page 52 SUN 14 SEP 19.30 MICHAEL PALIN: TRAVELLING TO WORK page 57

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33 Jethro Tull’s Ian Anderson in Concert EMPIRE THEATRE

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Horse – Flying Solo ONETOUCH THEATRE

WED 21 MAY 19.30 SEAT PRICE £30.00 / £26.00

FRI 06 JUN 19.30

Following the great success of his current Thick As A Brick tour, legendary Prog Rock icon Ian Anderson will be coming to town, with the release of his new concept album to be recorded early next year and released at Easter.

SEAT PRICE £16.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Horse is iconic: simply unique with a breathtaking stagecraft. She has toured globally, supporting major artists such as Tina Turner, BB King and Burt Bacharach. Surprising as it seems, with a career as long as hers, Horse has only toured solo once before. That makes this show very rare and particularly special!

He defines the upcoming record, with a wink, as Folk-Prog-Metal. It will have its debut performances in the UK, along with a selection of The Best Of Jethro Tull highlights, all set within a theatrical and multimedia production.

Whether you are new to her voice and music or one of her devoted fans, you are in for a truly unique performance as Horse makes every show an occasion.

Ian will be joined by his band, featuring John O’Hara on keyboards, bassist David Goodier, guitarist Florian Opahle and drummer Scott Hammond.

WWW.HORSEMCDONALD.COM

Horse owns one of the finest voices of modern times, soul and intelligence combined, and on (her album) Home her vocal brilliance is sewn into some of the best music of her career

www.JETHROTULL.COM

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Rab Noakes and Kathleen MacInnes Love and Murder Ballads

Preston Reed

ONETOUCH THEATRE

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SUN 17 AUG 20.00

FRI 18 JUL 20.00

SEAT PRICE £15.00

SEAT PRICE £13.00

REDUCED RATES £13.00

REDUCED RATES £11.00

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A unique collaboration between legendary Scottish singer-songwriter Rab Noakes and acclaimed Gaelic songstress Kathleen MacInnes as they present an evening of Love and Murder Ballads.

One of the most influential solo guitarists of the last two decades, Preston Reed has captivated audiences the world over with his two handed integrated percussive style and directly influenced many of today’s contemporary acoustic players such as Andy McKee and Kaki King.

Expect stunning performances from both Rab and Kathleen and songs from Scots and Gaelic cultures such as The Two Sisters/ Minorie (A Bhean Iadiach) and An da fheannaig (The Twa’ Corbies) alongside Down in the Willow Garden, Long Black Veil and Valley of Tears. This promises to be a magical evening of entertainment from two consummate artists who may be from different cultures and different generations but who have a passion for music that is undeniable.

Reed fuses chord-based grooves, soaring melodic runs and polyrhythmic percussion that integrates the breathtaking potential of the guitar body. The power and depth of his original and timeless compositions are as unique as the man’s execution, as blues, rock, funk and jazz meet, interlock and attack in a sonic brew that is unlike anything you’ve heard from one solo guitarist before. Preston Reed doesn’t need a band. He is the band.

www.go2neon.com/rab-noakes.htm

WWW.PRESTONREED.COM

www.kathleenmacinnes.com

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34 Niki King Quintet – The Songs Of Duke Ellington Among the most fulfilling live entertainment spectacles you are ever likely to find of any genre.

Budapest Café Orchestra EMPIRE THEATRE WED 11 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

With four fabulous players of violins, guitar, accordion, double bass, sax & balalaika, the Budapest Café Orchestra’s infectious energy will sweep you off your feet and stay with you forever.

SAT 26 JUL 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

BBC CELTIC CONNECTIONS.

Inspired by the music of the Balkan gypsies, the playlist ranges from tragic and evocative ancient Jewish melodies to traditional Romanian or Russian dances, Hungarian Czardas, Ukrainian folk songs and much more, including many of the musicians’ own electrifying compositions too.

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a nosey around on YouTube, there’s plenty online to whet your appetite but trust us, seeing them live is the only way to properly experience the magic of the Budapest Café Orchestra.

ONETOUCH THEATRE THU 19 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £18.00 REDUCED RATES £16.00

Featuring the talents of Chris Garrick, Eddie Hession, Kelly Cantlon and Adrian Zolotuhin,

If you’d like a better idea of what to expect from the BCO then have WWW.BUDAPESTCAFEORCHESTRA.CO.UK

U18s £11.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

(King) is the outstanding Scottish female vocalist of our times * * * * THE LIST

The Two Man Gentlemen Band ONETOUCH THEATRE FRI 01 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £12.50 REDUCED RATES £10.50 U18s £8.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

When the hugely-entertaining Two Man Gentlemen Band released the album, Two At A Time, it made a huge impact on both sides of the Atlantic, storming the roots music charts in USA. 2013 saw them make their debut as one of the main acts at Celtic Connections at the Old Fruitmarket in Glasgow and now you can see them right on your doorstep. Don’t miss it!

WWW.THETWOGENTLEMEN.COM

If Django Reinhardt sat in with Cab Calloway, the result might be similarly bright and upbeat SAN FRANCISCO EAST BAY NEWS

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A previous winner of the Perrier Jazz Vocal Award and The Spirit Of Scotland Music Medal, King is also an established writer. To date she’s released five albums and performed in many of the world’s leading jazz venues from The Blue Note in New York to Ronnie Scott’s and The Jazz Café, London.

This exciting new show, featuring Niki and her incredible quintet, pays tribute to the timeless songs and musical genius of one of the greatest jazz musicians and composers of the 20th century, Duke Ellington. Sit back, relax and enjoy timeless classics such as, I’ve Got It Bad, Do Nothin’ Til You Hear From Me, Solitude, Sophisticated Lady, It Don’t Mean a Thing and many more. www.nikiking.com

King is in possession of a powerful, passionate voice capable of ringing every ounce of emotion * * * * * TVBOMB

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Widely regarded as the emerging voice of mainstream Jazz in the UK, double MOBO award winning saxophonist YolanDa Brown is back at Eden Court for one night only. A huge talent, Yolanda has toured with The Temptations, Errol Brown, Courtney Pine and Diana Krall and collaborated with artists such as Mica Paris, Soweto Kinch and as part of Jools Holland’s Rhythm & Blues Orchestra.

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Bonkers, retro, silly, sassy and witty

MAVERICK MAGAZINE (ON THE TWO MAN GENTLEMAN BAND)

ONETOUCH THEATRE

37 Elio Pace Performs The Billy Joel Songbook

Carnaby Street Promotions

Carnaby Street The Concert

EMPIRE THEATRE

EMPIRE THEATRE SUN 29 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £21.00 GROUPS 10+ GET 10 TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF 9 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Let us take you back in time…

Elio Pace is fierce!

An accomplished musician and performer, his talent can be equalled only by his infectious enthusiasm.

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What if The Beatles, The Who, The Stones, The Kinks and The Searchers all played in the same place? Well they did in the 60s and now they’re about to do the same... Only, this time, all on the same night!

SEAT PRICE £20.00 REDUCED RATES £18.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

In September 2013, Elio was invited to ‘fill Billy Joel’s shoes’ starring in two very special reunion concerts in New York and Philadelphia with Joel’s original 1971-72 touring band, recreating the historic Sigma Sounds live recordings.

Following on from these concerts Elio Pace delivers this sensational tour celebrating the phenomenal music of Billy Joel. Featuring the massive hits, Uptown Girl, Just The Way You Are and My Life as well as fan favourites such as Scenes From An Italian Restaurant, Goodnight Saigon and Piano Man.

Carnaby Street - The Concert features the incredible hits of a decade that brought you the best rock and roll music of all time.

Featuring an amazing 6-piece band, led by an array of fantastic singers, this astonishing night of sixties classics is not to be missed!

Book your tickets at: www.eden-court.co.uk

SUN 01 JUN 19.30

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to experience The Billy Joel Songbook performed by the dynamic singer/songwriter and pianist, Elio Pace and his magnificent band.

WWW.ELIOPACE.COM

Elio Pace is a great musician, artist and friend. He is a star!

Martin Alvarado

ALFIE BOE

ONETOUCH theatre

Music made the old fashioned way… played

SAT 09 AUG 20.00

HUEY LEWIS

SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00 U18s £8.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Widely considered to be Argentina’s finest tango singer, Martin Alvarado has performed in many major venues and festivals around the world. The Buenos Aires-born guitar-playing troubadour comes to Inverness hot from performing in the Edinburgh Fringe. He is joined by an exceptional talent from Finland, Mikko Helenius, a classically trained pianist and bandoneon player, who is possibly unique in his ability to play both his instruments simultaneously.

One Night of Queen – Performed by Gary Mullen & The Works

WED 13 & THU 14 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £19.00 REDUCED RATES £17.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

In 2000, Gary Mullen won ITV’s Stars In Their Eyes Live Grand Final, with the largest number of votes ever received in the show’s history. The record of 864,838 votes was more than twice that of the runner-up. Gary began touring on his own and in 2002 formed a band The Works, to pay tribute to rock legends Queen. Since May 2002, Gary Mullen and The Works have performed throughout the UK, USA, Europe, South Africa and New Zealand to sell-out audiences. They have also twice rocked the prestigious BBC Proms in the Park, in front of a very enthusiastic crowd of 40,000. One Night of Queen is a spectacular live concert, recreating the look, sound, pomp and showmanship of arguably the greatest rock band of all time. This show will ROCK you!

Together they have an often improvisational approach to their interpretations, taking the audience on a journey which crosses the language barrier and gets right to the emotional heart of tango – with a few surprises along the way.

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WWW.GARYMULLENANDTHEWORKS.COM

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Singing Nina Simone ONETOUCH THEATRE FRI 02 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £15.00 REDUCED RATES £13.00

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EVENING ECHO *****

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Chicago Jazz Queen, Karen Underwood brings to you in narration and song the engrossing life story of the great legend that is Nina Simone - from Nina’s struggle against racism and exile from her homeland, to her flamboyant and troubled relationships and poignant later years.

Expect all the classic and much loved Nina Simone songs including, Mississippi Goddamn, Sinnerman, My Baby and I Need a Little Sugar In My Bowl.

Karen is supported live on stage by Erik Gullikson on piano, Eoghan Regan on guitar, Peter Hanagan on bass and Bob Jackson on drums.

BLAS FESTIVAL 2014

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The Billy Fury Years

Subhachas - Blas 10th Anniversary Celebration

EMPIRE THEATRE

EMPIRE THEATRE

TUE 13 MAY 19.30

SAT 06 SEP 19.30

SEAT PRICE £19.00

SEAT PRICE £17.00

THU 11 SEP 19.30

REDUCED RATES

REDUCED RATES £17.00

REDUCED RATES £15.00

SEAT PRICE £18.00

SENIOR CITIZENS £12.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

U18s / SCHOOLS £5.00

REDUCED RATES £15.00

U18s / SCHOOLS £5.00

FAMILY (2 ADULTS, 2 CHILDREN)

U18s / SCHOOLS £5.00

FAMILY (2 ADULTS, 2 CHILDREN) £34.00

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FAMILY (2 ADULTS, 2 CHILDREN) £40.00

On the eve of the Camanachd Cup Final, Hugh Dan MacLennan & Friends with music, song and chat charting shinty’s influence across the world.

The Billy Fury Years takes you on a musical journey through the musical career of Britain’s best loved rock ‘n roller.

Michael King and his fantastic collection of musicians bring you an exciting two hour show filled with Fury’s greatest hits including – Jealousy, I Will, In Thoughts of You, and Halfway to Paradise to name but a few, all delivered in true Fury style.

Hailed as the best Fury since Fury, Michael bears an uncanny resemblance to Billy Fury which he further enhances by a series of wonderful costume changes.

But if that is not enough, the show also boasts a fantastic audio and video presentation.

The Billy Fury Years really is the definitive Billy Fury stage show.

WWW.BILLYFURYUK.COM

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Cherish The Ladies The Mischa MacPherson Trio Ross Ainslie and Jarlath Henderson Coisir G

HIGHLAND HOMECOMING / DO BHEATHA DHAN DÙTHAICH EMPIRE THEATRE

Mànran Macanta The Cheryl Heggie Dancers Angus MacColl Snr Angus MacColl Jnr Masters World Champion Hall of Fame Award

HOME AND AWAY / GLÒIR NAN CAMAN ONETOUCH THEATRE FRI 12 SEP 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00

BLAS GRAND FINALE - CÈOL NAM FÈIS EMPIRE THEATRE SAT 13 SEP 19.30 SEAT PRICE £15.00

Blas is working in partnership with the Camanachd Association to provide music during

REDUCED RATES

THE SCOTTISH HYDRO CAMANACHD CUP FINAL SAT 13 SEP

U18s / SCHOOLS £5.00

BUGHT PARK, INVERNESS

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SENIOR CITIZENS £12.00 FAMILY (2 ADULTS, 2 CHILDREN) £34.00

The Fèis movement, one of Europe’s most significant community arts initiatives, is showcased in this special concert with Blas giving centre stage to Fèis participants from across Scotland to round off our 10th festival.

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Fred Morrison SEAT PRICE £12.00

For an outfit who really can do raucous, they are often surprisingly moving and sweet.

REDUCED RATES £10.00

SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY

ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 18 MAY 19.30

empire theatre SAT 30 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £20.50

U18s £6.00

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THE LIVING TRADITION (ON SALTFISHFORTY)

Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham

Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham are quite simply a national institution. With their incomparable mastery of fiddle and accordion paired with hilarious banter, this dynamic duo are the best in the business and their ticket sales are testament to that. www.philandaly.com

Simply the best traditional musicians you are ever likely to hear.

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Scotland’s most celebrated folk duo...

They play with a matchless level of understanding, stamped with their customary combination of technical brilliance and expressive depth.

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Saltfishforty

Nuala Kennedy Band with Troy MacGillivray

ONETOUCH THEATRE

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SAT 12 JUL 20.00

WED 07 MAY 20.00

SEAT PRICE £13.00

SEAT PRICE £15.00

REDUCED RATES £11.00

REDUCED RATES £13.00

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Irish-born flautist Nuala Kennedy has also blossomed as a vocalist and songwriter in recent years, developing a distinctive blend of folk and pop with artfully adventurous arrangements, showcased most recently on her highly-praised 2012 album Noble Stranger.

Fred Morrison was born and raised near Glasgow, but it’s the celebrated Gaelic piping tradition of his father’s native South Uist that forms the bedrock of Fred’s intensely expressive, uniquely adventurous style.

Although his first-love instrument remains the Highland bagpipes, over the years his mastery has expanded to encompass whistles, Scottish smallpipes or reelpipes and Irish uilleann pipes.

Troy MacGillivray is a multiple award-winning virtuoso of the Cape Breton style of fiddling and piano and has performed at festivals around the world. Nuala and Tony first met and played together at the Celtic Colours International Festival over ten years ago, and have developed an intuitive and complementary duo style, which when combined with Nuala’s dynamic band is sure to result in some musical fireworks!

Dubbed the Jimi Hendrix of the pipes, Morrison has performed with seminal Scottish bands Clan Alpa and Capercaillie. Come and see him in the up close and personal atmosphere of our OneTouch Theatre.

WWW.FREDMORRISON.COM

WWW.NUALAKENNEDY.COM

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Combining the rich traditional music of Orkney with original, contemporary compositions, Saltfishforty are Douglas Montgomery (fiddle/viola) and Brian Cromarty (guitar/mandola/vocals). An energetic, dynamic and gutsy live act, they are renowned throughout the UK festival scene where they have raised many a roof, from Shetland to Wickham – yet their standalone performances outside Orkney are rare occasions.

Douglas and Brian have recently celebrated ten years performing together as Saltfishforty and can also be seen performing with Orkney’s eight-piece musical juggernaut, The Chair.

WWW.SALTFISHFORTY.CO.UK

A footstomping feast of fun – a class act from start to finish.

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43 Aiseag – Commonwealth Biennial EMPIRE THEATRE

Written by composers Mary Ann Kennedy and Scott MacMillan, Gaelic poet Aonghas MacNeacail and audio designer Nick Turner.

FRI 01 AUG 19.30 SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00 U18s £8.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Gizzen Briggs Fiddlers’ Rally EMPIRE THEATRE SAT 14 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £12.00

Mary Ann and Scott will be joined by a stellar line-up of traditional musicians including Canadian fiddle star Colin Grant, a select string ensemble and the award-winning Inverness Gaelic Choir for one of the first performances of this work.

Birthday. Gizzen Briggs will perform an irresistible blend of their liveliest sets of the last two decades in combination with their current stunning mix of tunes.

REDUCED RATES £10.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

After twenty years of inspired music making, Scots Trad Music Awards Community Project of the Year winners, Gizzen Briggs, from Tain Royal Academy and surrounding schools celebrate their 20th

Aiseag is an exciting work inspired by the small but vital ferry services at the heart of communities in Highland Scotland and Nova Scotia and by the strong connections between the two places that flourish today.

Guest performers Saltfishforty, Douglas Montgomery and Brian Cromarty from Orkney, will return to entertain with their own alternative, progressive Orkney Twister take on Trad music.

Altogether, a Birthday Party to remember.

Come aboard and join captain and crew for a voyage that promises to be a memorable one!

Aiseag (The Ferryboat) is a brand-new composition created by a unique transatlantic creative team for the PRS Foundation’s first ever UK-wide New Music Biennial, celebrating the Glasgow Commonwealth Games.

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AT EDEN COURT, TUE 19 – SAT 23 AUG Two women create a beautiful new synthesis **** SCOTLAND ON SUNDAY

MARIT FALT AND RONA WILKIE

Marit and Rona ONETOUCH THEATRE WED 04 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £12.00

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Marit Fält and Rona Wilkie meld tunes and songs from their separate geographical backgrounds to create a new music that’s uplifting, daring and harmonious. They explore the rarely probed similarities between Scandinavian and Scottish

Highland tunes – colouring them with songs from both traditions. It glides from evocative nearclassical movements through elegant polskas to buoyant reels, brought to life by Rona’s multi-personality fiddle virtuosity and Marit’s breath-taking mastery of the versatile låtmandola.

In 2012 they won the coveted Danny Kyle Award at Glasgow’s Celtic Connections Festival and Rona was named BBC Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year.

So far, confirmed authors include…

CARO RAMSEY BONNIE GREER IAIN MACWHIRTER GAVIN FRANCIS PATRICK WATT SEBASTIAN BARRY DOUG JOHNSTONE LOUISE WELSH ROBERT CRAWFORD ...and much more to be announced Full details will be available from 01 June (or a little before!)

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Dominic Kirwan EMPIRE THEATRE SUN 11 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £18.50 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

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In a brand new show for 2014 join Dominic Kirwan as he performs the finest country, pop and traditional Irish music alongside his show-stopping ballads sung in his rich, distinctive voice.

Book your tickets now for a wonderful evening in the company of one of Ireland’s greatest recording artists.

EDEN COURT PRESENTS ON BEHALF OF

Northern Roots Festival Inverness

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ONETOUCH THEATRE

OPENING CONCERT FRI 30 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £18.50 REDUCED RATES £16.00 Bella Hardy band Blue Rose Code The Dirty Beggars Will Pound band Bella Hardy and Will Pound are both BBC Radio 2 Folk award nominees. Bella is regarded as one of the UK’s leading songwriters and interpreters of traditional song. Pound is described by Radio 2’s Mark Radcliffe as a flat out harmonica genius and has dazzled audiences with his pyrotechnics on the mouthie. The Dirty Beggars bring four part harmonies and stunning fret work to their brand of Americana whilst Blue Rose Code’s own unique brand of Caledonian soul has seen comparisons to John Martyn and Van Morrison. This promises to be an astonishing night of music featuring the absolute best in new folk.

HIGHLAND SESSIONS SAT 31 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £20.00 REDUCED RATES £17.50 Rachel Sermanni

Mick Flavin’s Country & Irish Show

Aoife O’Donovan Adam Holmes Hosted by BBC Radio Scotland’s Bruce MacGregor, the Northern Roots Highland Sessions, featuring Rachel Sermanni, Aoife O’Donovan and Adam Holmes, promises to be one of the concerts of the year.

EMPIRE THEATRE FRI 29 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £20.00 REDUCED RATES £17.00

The House band, including Anna Massie, Angus Lyon, Rua MacMillan, Mike Vass and Feis Rois are reason enough to come to this concert but when collaborating with Scotland’s most promising and invigorating folk prospect Rachel Sermanni, and recent star of BBC’s Transatlantic Sessions Aoife O’Donovan from USA, together with the melancholic beauty of Scotland’s rising star Adam Holmes, you know you are going to get something very special. Inverness Gaelic Choir, conducted by Mary Anne Kennedy, will be opening up the evening then it’s an almighty hoe down with everyone in! Expect the unexpected!

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Now in his 27th year of unparelled success, Mick will perform songs from his recently released 19th album, The Field of Home.

According to his legion of fans he has never sounded better. Amongst some of the highlights of Mick’s career are performing at the Wembley Festival in London to an audience of 10,000 people. And sharing the stage with Tammy Wynette, Waylon Jennings and Boxcar Willie (and he met with his childhood hero Buck Owens). In 2005 he was nominated for the Country Music Global Artist Award. This was the 1st time an Irish Country Music Artist had ever been nominated for this prestigious award and it is an indication of the significance of his contribution to Country Music.

Buy your tickets now for this explosion of country music with Join Mick Flavin and one of Scotland’s best bands - The Dynamos!

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The Dirty Beggars

Adam Holmes

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The well loved Northern Roots Festival relocates to the heart of Inverness this year and presents an astounding array of musicianship in various venues in the city including performances here at Eden Court.

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Highlights Concert: Inverness Music Festival ONETOUCH THEATRE SAT 07 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £10.00 REDUCED RATES £5.00 (also available to Inverness Music Festival members) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

The 92nd Inverness Music Festival, which took place earlier this year, offered a wide range of performance opportunities including all classical and Scottish music genres, speech and Scottish country dancing. It provided a chance for all individuals, who have a passion for performing, to perform in front of an enthusiastic public and gain constructive critique from experienced adjudicators.

The festival culminated in the exciting Curtis Craig Competition.

This year’s Inverness Festival Highlights Concert is a wonderful opportunity to see the very best of the 2014 festival performers in an evening of entertainment not to be missed!

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WORLD VISION UK

The Light of Hope ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 15 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £12.00 REDUCED RATES £10.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

An inspirational evening of original soul and gospel infused music, by Indy Award Winning Scottish Artist Paul Ewing, combined with powerful stories of hope and unconditional love.

Paul Ewing will be performing with his band the UK Soul Ensemble, whose members have played for the likes of Whitney Houston, Stevie Wonder, George Michael, Robin Thicke, and Corinne Bailey Rae. Join us for a powerful evening of story, song and transformation and help to bring hope and change to the lives of children in some of the world’s hardest places with World Vision UK. www.ewing-music.com www.worldvision.org.uk

John, Ben and Mrs Mac Are Back!

EMPIRE THEATRE SAT 21 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £15.00 REDUCED RATES £13.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Dig out your tartan Stetson, dust off those cowboy boots and join Manson Grant & The Dynamos with Brandon McPhee and Jim Mackay’s Scottish Dance Band for an evening of mighty fine country & western and traditional Scottish dance band music. This is sure to be a night filled with laughter and fine music.

The Band of her Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland empire THEATRE wed 14 may 19.30 SEAT PRICE £17.00 REDUCED RATES £15.00

Compere – John the Prof

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All profits go to the Renal Unit, Raigmore Hospital

Jim Mackay’s Band

The annual concert by the Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland features a stirring selection of traditional military music, the splendid Corps of Drums, some light classical including best loved favourites from the shows, plus a session of Jazz.

Appealing to all ages, this wonderfully colourful show with 45 Royal Marines Bandsmen on stage is an evening not to be missed!

Manson Grant & The Dynamos

Proceeds to: Seafarers UK, the leading charity for seafarers in need.

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SELL A DOOR (AVENUE Q) LIMITED

Avenue Q EMPIRE THEATRE

TUE 17 & WED 18 JUN

STARLIGHT MUSICAL THEATRE

TUE 17 & WED 18 JUN EVE 20.00 WED 18 JUN MAT 14.00

West Side Story

SEAT PRICE TUE & WED EVE £28.50 / £25.50 / £23.50

EMPIRE THEATRE WED 20 – SAT 23 AUG 19.30 SAT 23 AUG MAT 14.30 SEAT PRICE £26.00 REDUCED RATES £24.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES GROUPS 10+ BUY 10 GET 11TH TICKET FREE (FULL PRICE TICKETS ONLY)

Director: Roma MacAskill Musical Director: Steve Jones Choreographer: Nicola Gray Set in the Upper West Side of Manhattan during the 1950’s, this iconic musical tells the story of the Jets and the Sharks, two rival gangs, and the tragic love story of

WED MAT £21.00 ALL SEATS reduced rates £2.00 OFF all performances

Maria and Tony, caught up in the gangculture of the time. The show is packed full of terrific musical numbers, including Tonight, Maria, One Hand, One Heart, Somewhere, I Feel Pretty, A Boy Like That and many more.

From local theatre group Starlight Musical Theatre who, in recent years, have brought you Jesus Christ Superstar, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers and Next.

WWW.STARLIGHTMUSICALTHEATRE.COM Captioned performance Thu 21 Aug at 19.30

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Winner of the TONY Triple Crown for Best Musical, Best Score and Best Book, Avenue Q is part flesh, part felt and packed with heart.

This laugh-out-loud musical tells the story of a recent college graduate named Princeton who moves into a shabby New York apartment all the way out on Avenue Q. There, he meets Kate (the girl next door) Rod (the Republican), Trekkie (the internet sexpert) and a host of other colourful characters who all help Princeton finally discover his true purpose in life!

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From the producers of Seussical (West End), Spring Awakening (Debut UK Tour), and Lord of the Flies (UK Tour), Sell a Door Theatre Company revive this critically acclaimed musical for a 2014 tour.

Directed and choreographed by Cressida Carré and designed by Richard Evans, this production is presented by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Ltd., on behalf of Music Theatre International of New York.

Co-created by Robert Lopez, co-creator of the West End and Broadway smash-hit The Book Of Mormon.

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AGE GUIDANCE Avenue Q is great for teenagers because it’s about real life, addressing issues like sex, drinking and surfing the web for porn. We recommend 14+ but parents should use their discretion based on the maturity level of their children.

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Madama Butterfly THU 05 & SAT 07 JUN 19.15

Classic, timeless and stylish, Sir David McVicar’s Madama Butterfly has been a firm REDUCED RATES £3.00 OFF favourite since it was first staged U26s £10.00 in 2000. Brought to life through GROUPS 10+ BUY 10 TICKETS GET THE 11TH FREE SCHOOL GROUPS 10+ £9.00 PLUS ONE TEACHER FREE FOR EVERY 10 PUPILS BOOKED a cast of very human characters, this hugely atmospheric EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES production lays bare a poignant story that still has the power to There will be a Touch-Tour on Revival of the 2000 production. affect, over a century after it was Sat 07 Jun at 18.00.

Sung in Italian with English supertitles. first performed.

The performance on Sat 07 Jun Supported by Lord and Lady Laidlaw. will be Audio-Described.

Cio-Cio-San, a young girl living in SEAT PRICE £53.00 / £43.00 / £37.50 / £24.00

Nagasaki, has fallen for Pinkerton, a reckless American naval officer stationed near her home.

Despite her family’s objections, she gives up all she has to marry him, but he soon abandons her to return to America. When he returns three years later she is still patiently waiting, willing to do whatever is needed in the name of love. But ahead lie only betrayal and heartbreak.

One of the world’s most popular operas, Butterfly sees Puccini doing what he does best – writing beautiful music that is dramatic and full of emotion.

Korean soprano Hye-Youn Lee, one of The Independent on Sunday’s ‘Faces to Watch’ in 2013, and Anne Sophie Duprels (Manon 2009) share the role of Butterfly and José Ferrero (Tosca 2012) is Pinkerton.

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Unwrapped Performance Fri 06 Jun 18.00 Empire Theatre Free But Ticketed

Pre-Performance Talk

Scottish Chamber Orchestra

Mozart and Strauss

Summer Concert

EMPIRE THEATRE

EMPIRE THEATRE

SUN 04 MAY 20.00

THU 31 JUL 20.00

SEAT PRICE £27.50 / £25.00 / £22.00

SEAT PRICE £15.00

OVER 60s £25.00 / £23.00 / £20.00

OVER 60s £13.00

REDUCED RATES £10.00

REDUCED RATES £5.00

U26s £10.00

U26s £5.00

U18s £5.00

U16s FREE WHEN ACCOMPANIED BY A FULL PAYING ADULT

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RAVEL Le Tombeau de Couperin MOZART Symphony in D, KV 203

RODRIGO Fantasía para un gentilhombre

STRAUSS Duet-Concertino

ROSSINI Overture, the Italian Girl in Algiers

STRAUSS Horn Concerto No 1

MOZART Symphony No 38 ‘Prague’

MOZART Symphony No 36 ‘Linz’

Clemens Schuldt – conductor Maximiliano Martín – clarinet Peter Whelan – bassoon Alec Frank-Gemmill – horn Clemens Schuldt’s Strauss and Mozart is a deeply enjoyable pairing. Strauss’ lyrical outpouring in these two concertos flows with all the natural ease that he admired so much in Mozart.

No composer mattered more to him.

A home team of three SCO wind principals takes the solos - superb chamber music on a grand scale.

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Sat 07 Jun 18.00 The MacLean Room

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Alexandre Bloch – Conductor Sean Shibe – Guitar The Scottish Chamber Orchestra returns to Eden Court with a sparkling concert of energy, enthusiasm and summer warmth under the baton of talented, young French conductor Alexandre Bloch.

24 year old Scottish classical guitarist Sean Shibe – a BBC New Generation Artist – is soloist in Rodrigo’s Fantasia para un gentilhombre. Composed for the guitar virtuoso Andrés Segovia – evidently the nobleman referenced in the title – Rodrigo’s Fantasia para un gentilhombre will transport you to a sundrenched Spain, where the piece takes its inspiration and themes from 17th century folk-dance guitar pieces

by Gaspar Sanz.

To complete the programme is Mozart’s popular Symphony No 38 Prague, full of animation and radiance.

This is a lively symphony that is often overshadowed by the remaining three symphonies, though it is just as profound and provocative.

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Scottish Ensemble: Commonwealth Strings

Royal Scottish National Orchestra: Opera Gala

EMPIRE THEATRE

EMPIRE THEATRE

WED 27 AUG 19.30

WED 03 SEP 20.00

SEAT PRICE £16.00

SEAT PRICE £27.50 / £25.00 / £22.00

STUDENTS £5.00

OVER 60s £25.50 / £23.00 / £20.00

U16S FREE IF ACCOMPANIED BY A PAYING ADULT

REDUCE RATES £10.00

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U26s £10.00

Fourteen of the most talented pre-professional string players drawn from the Commonwealth join the Scottish Ensemble to create a unique double string orchestra.

The project is an ambitious collaboration between the Scottish Ensemble, Edinburgh International Festival, and Royal Over-Seas League. SE is bringing this distinctive project to Inverness to help celebrate the year of the Commonwealth Games.

The concert combines classic and contemporary works for strings, and showcases the rich tradition of music-making found throughout the Commonwealth.

Pre-CONCERT talk 18.45 Elgar

Introduction And Allegro

Sculthorpe

Sonata For Strings No. 3

Williams

Fantasia On A Theme by Thomas Tallis

Elgar

Serenade For Strings

Tippett

Concerto For Double String Orchestra

U18s £5.00

Conductor Jaime Martín presents an evening of sumptuous music, with the wonderful Irish soprano Ailish Tynan and glowing melodies from France, Italy, Hungary and Russia, plus favourites from Carmen, La bohème, Tosca, Madama Butterfly, and more.

Tchaikovsky’s dramatic Romeo and Juliet Fantasy Overture will send you out into the night with passion in your heart. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy a magical evening with Scotland’s national orchestra.

Rossini Puccini

Puccini

Bizet Bizet

Kodály Verdi Puccini

Mascagni

Puccini Tchaikovsky

Overture to William Tell Si, mi chiamano Mimi from La bohème O mio babbino caro from Gianni Schicchi Suite No1 from Carmen Micaëla’s aria; Je dis que rien ne m’épouvante from Carmen Dances of Galanta Overture to La forza del destino Un bel dï vedremo from Madama Butterfly Intermezzo sinfonico from Cavalleria Rusticana Vissi d’arte from Act II for Tosca Fantasy Overture from Romeo and Juliet

Jaime Martín – Conductor Ailish Tynan - Soprano This concert will be also be available as part of the Scottish Ensemble 2014/15 subscription season. If you book a single price ticket for this concert the subscription saving will be deducted from your season ticket purchases when they are made. The Scottish Ensemble 2014/15 season will be announced in spring 2014 with season tickets available immediately after.

WWW.RSNO.ORG.UK This concert will be also be available as part of the Eden Court 2014/15 Orchestra subscription season. If you book a single price ticket for this concert the subscription saving will be deducted from your season ticket purchases when they are made. The 2014/15 orchestra season will be announced in summer 2014 with season tickets available immediately after.

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SPEAKERS FROM THE EDGE LTD

Dr Andrew Murray: The Ultimate Marathon Man ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 01 JUN 20.00

The Lady Boys of Bangkok: Red Hot Kisses EMPIRE THEATRE TUE 29 & WED 30 JUL 20.00 SEAT PRICE £24.00 / £23.00 / £21.50 REDUCED RATES £1.50 OFF ALL SEATS EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 12+

SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

To run a marathon takes an incredible amount of training, commitment and determination. To run two marathons in two days requires twice the amount of effort. But in 2011, endurance athlete Dr Andrew Murray went a little further. Setting out from John O’ Groats, Andrew ran the equivalent of over 101 consecutive marathons, covering a staggering distance of 2659 miles, all the way to the Sahara Desert. He completed this incredible challenge in just 77 days and 8 hours, setting a new British record in the process.

Since then Andrew has completed some incredible feats of endurance including running a staggering 7 ultra marathons on the 7 different continents in under a week, running 5895 metres up Mt Kilimanjaro in 7 hours, and winning races in places as diverse as the North Pole, Outer Mongolia, the Indonesian Jungle and Antarctica.

Come and hear Andrew talking about this his ultraendurance running and find out what it takes to be The Ultimate Marathon Man. WWW.SPEAKERSFROMTHEEDGE.COM

The Lady Boys of Bangkok are back in town with another sizzling and seductive production.

Setting the stage on fire, this blazing hot production includes 16 of Thailand’s most beautiful and intriguing lady boys, performing a show like no other! This new show sizzles with new songs and side splitting comedy in truly glamorous style, with even more flamboyant costumes, immaculate make up and show stopping choreography.

The Ladyboys are ready to party – are you??

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This is high on the list of shows to see before you die, so why not do it now?

FRINGE GURU – BRIGHTON

The Lady Boys Of Bangkok are simply the best cabaret floor-show you will see at the Fringe or anywhere else, they are simply fantastic!

EDINBURGH GUIDE

An Evening of Mediumship with TV Psychic Tony Stockwell EMPIRE THEATRE TUE 26 AUG 19.30 SEAT PRICE £21.00 16+

Highland and Moray Food and Drink Festival ONETOUCH THEATRE

It’s NOT creepy or kooky, mysterious or spooky. It’s Psychic Medium Tony Stockwell demonstrating his belief that those who have passed can communicate with their loved ones.

At its best, Mediumship has the potential to change someone’s life and to instil in them a sense of peace, comfort and purpose. Tony Stockwell has been working as a medium for over 20 years and in that time he has had numerous television programmes, taught at some of the most respected schools for mediumistic development and has set up his own training school for developing mediums.

SAT 19 JUL 11.00-16.00 SEAT PRICE £5.00 U16 go free

Join us for a feast of flavours when the Highland and Moray Food and Drink Festival returns. Taste, sample and buy from the 50 plus delicious business who will be exhibiting throughout the theatre – fill up your cupboards with fine food and drink. Watch local restaurants cook up wonderful dishes to try and also returning is the ever-popular Chefs Live Theatre with chefs demonstrating their talents live on stage for you.

Tony Stockwell is a Spiritualist Medium and spirit communication is part of his own religious belief, but we accept differing opinions exist regarding mediumship. Any demonstration of mediumship is an experiment and results are not guaranteed.

Brought to you by Scottish Provincial Press.

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Tony Stockwell: Sensitive and inspirational, his messages are amazingly detailed and always humorous

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Ben Hart: The Outsider ONETOUCH THEATRE WED 28 MAY 20.00

EMPIRE THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £12.00

FRI 25 JUL 20.00

REDUCED RATES £10.00

SEAT PRICE £21.00

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Having spent his life using magic to solve impossible problems, award-winning magician Ben Hart turns his attention to himself. Be amazed by his magic, impressed by his skill and moved by how the owner of such a brilliant mind can still be so in need of a cup of tea and a cuddle...

Still Standing... Just!

Elaine C Smith’s hugely successful one woman show is a hilarious mix of intelligent stand up, storytelling and music from one of Scotland’s finest entertainers. This is Smith at her very best - totally cheeky, outspoken and yes, very funny!!

Directed by Anthony Owen (Derren Brown, The Real Hustle) Nominated for a TO&ST (Time Out & Soho Theatre) Edinburgh Cabaret Award

Mind boggling, not just because of the actual tricks but also because there is such a human storyline woven through the show.

She has all the swagger and confidence gained from a career spanning 30 years in theatre, television and film from starring roles in Naked Video, City Lights, Rab C Nesbitt and her own TV series Elaine to the recently award winning UK tours of Calendar Girls and the Susan Boyle musical I Dreamed a Dream.

He is revolutionary...It is as though he really possesses extraordinary powers.

BROADWAY BABY

WEST END WILMA

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Michael Palin Travelling to Work

THANK YOU TO

EMPIRE THEATRE

Gordon & Rhona Adam

Enjoy a special relationship with Eden Court

The Banister Family

SUN 14 SEP 19.30

Gregor Barclay & Helen Cunningham

SEAT PRICE £29.50

Mariatta Idman-Philp

To celebrate the publication of his third volume of Diaries, Travelling To Work, Michael Palin presents a brand new two-part stage show.

The first half is a whistle-stop tour of the globe.

Highlights and lowlights, all vividly illustrated with a special selection of photos and footage shot during the eight TV travel series that began with Around The World in Eighty Days.

Moira Harris & Steve Jones Katie & Roy Nelson

By making an annual gift of £1,000 or more, our Patrons play an important part in helping us to offer an outstanding programme of theatre, music, dance, film and creative learning. In return, we take you to the heart of what we do so you can see for yourself the difference your gift has made.

Catriona & Donald Robertson Tony Smith & Jennifer Kerr Smith Bill Walker Anne & Graham Watson

In the second half of the show, Michael takes a free-wheeling look back at the other side of his life - the love of comedy that took him from schoolboy in Sheffield to Python at the O2. He’ll talk about the joy of writing and acting that has produced two novels and taken him from a dead parrot salesman to the headmaster who fights back in GBH. Lots of memories, with one thing in common. A love of laughter.

And our Patrons who choose to remain anonymous

To find out more please contact Alison Logsdail:  support@eden-court.co.uk  01463 732 678 Eden Court is a registered charity no. SC008237

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59 Inverness Provincial MOD 2014 / Mòd Ionadail Inbhir Nis 2014

EDEN COURT C R E A T I V E

Alice The Musical ONETOUCH THEATRE

ALL ROUND EDEN COURT

TUE 24 JUN 19.00

FRI 20 & SAT 21 JUN from 09.00

SEAT PRICE £4.00

SEAT PRICE £3.00 (AVAILABLE ON THE DAY ONLY)

REDUCED RATES £3.00

The Provincial Inverness Mòd showcases the best of Gaelic language, arts, music and culture. The two day event encompasses junior and senior competition and is recognised as the largest Provincial Mòd in Scotland. The event continues to grow in popularity and is a social gathering for all those interested in the language and music.

Performed by members of Eden Court CREATIVE Musical Theatre class.

Join Professor Dodgson as he takes young Alice (brought to life by an older version of Alice) on a rollercoaster ride of imaginative stories and songs. A collection of bright, vibrant characters such as the Mad Hatter, Cheshire Cat, Mock Turtle, Queen of Hearts and a chorus of Lobsters, Animals and Playing Cards make this a show to remember.

For more information about the Provincial Mòd in Inverness or the 2014 Royal National Mòd in Inverness, please visit: www.ancomunn.co.uk and www.modinbhirnis14.co.uk Tha Mòd Ionadail Inbhir Nis a’ taisbeanadh cànan, ealain, ceòl agus cultar na Gàidhlig. Thairis air dà latha, tha farpaisean ann an dà chuid do òigridh is inbhich. ‘S e am Mòd Ionadail as motha an Alba.

Tha an tachartas a’ sìor fhàs ‘s e na chruinneachadh sòisealta do mhòran aig a bheil ùidh sa chànan agus sa cheòl.

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SQA Higher Dance Show

C R E A T I V E

Airson barrachd fiosrachaidh mu Mhòd Ionadail Inbhir Nis neo Am Mòd Nàiseanta Rìoghail, Inbhir Nis 2014, feuch gun tadhail sibh air: www.ancomunn.co.uk agus www.modinbhirnis14.co.uk

JIM LOVE STUDIO SAT 24 MAY 19.30 SEAT PRICE £3.00 REDUCED RATES £2.00

EDEN COURT

Eden Court CREATIVE’s SQA Higher Dance students demonstrate hard work and dedication in persuit of the perfect performance. Join us in the Jim Love studio and see them showcase the results of all their hard work in this inspirational dance performance.

C R E A T I V E

EDEN COURT THEATRE

Spectacular!

Spectacular!

ONETOUCH THEATRE WED 25 JUN 19.00 SEAT PRICE £4.00

EDEN COURT ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCES ARE YOU DEAF, HARD OF HEARING, VISUALLY IMPAIRED, OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO IS? Here at Eden Court we offer audio description, signed and captioned performances for certain theatre shows.

We also provide audio described and subtitled cinema screenings where possible.

The following perfomances will have accessible performances, please see their brochure entry for further info: Romeo & Juliet

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The Mousetrap

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Scooby-Doo! The Mystery of the Pyramid!

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West Side Story

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Madama Butterfly

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There may be a BSL Interpreted performance for The Singing Kettle on Sun 17 Aug but at the time of going to print this has not been confirmed. For further info please contact Box Office at boxoffice@ eden-court.co.uk, or by calling 01463 234 234

Booking fees will be added to all ticket prices other than tickets booked

REDUCED RATES £3.00

A chance to see some fresh new talent as members of Eden Court’s LAMDA (London Academy of Dramatic Arts) acting classes present a showcase of monologues and extracts from some of the most poignant and humorous war stories ever told.

Following the performance the LAMDA students’ qualification certificates and awards will be presented.

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You can book tickets ONLINE at eden-court.co.uk, by telephone on 01463 234 234 or in person at Eden Court.

Reservations Tickets can be reserved in person or over the phone in advance for any performance at Eden Court. We will hold reserved tickets for three working days. Please note that any reservations not paid for in full within three working days will be released for sale. Reservations are not accepted for events less than seven days in the future. Please note all tickets reserved over the phone and online will automatically incur a booking fee.

Postage Charges We can post your tickets to you for just £1.00 per transaction.

You can of course collect your tickets in person at any time, from the Box Office.

Booking Fees The following per ticket booking fees apply to online and phone sales: 50p for tickets up to £9.99 £1.00 for tickets £10.00-£19.99 £2.00 for tickets £20.00 and over Classes and other education activities will not attract a fee.

Gift Vouchers Gift Vouchers make an ideal present and are available from the Box Office or online at www.eden-court.co.uk in any denomination. Please note that we do not offer or accept Theatre Tokens.

We can post our brochures straight to your door! Just give us a call on 01463 234 234 or sign up on our website.

DATA PROTECTION

EDEN COURT FRIENDS

Eden Court is registered with the Data Protection Registrar and is committed to upholding the Data Protection Act. Should you wish to be removed from our mailing list, please email marketing@eden-court. co.uk

Membership of the Eden Court Friends brings a range of benefits.

You’ll get £1.00 off the cost of a ticket priced less than £10.00, and £2.00 off the cost of tickets priced over £10.00 for most shows. Friends also enjoy 10% discount in the Eden Court Restaurant and Caffé Teatro (but not on alcohol) and a range of exclusive special offers. For more info – ask the Box Office team, or pick up a leaflet in the theatre.

Mailing List

EMAIL UPDATES Visit www.eden-court.co.uk and ­sign up to our mailing list to receive an email update of what’s on every week.

You can now follow Eden Court on twitter and facebook.

/edencourttheatre @edencourt

PROGRAMME CHANGES & CANCELLATIONS We reserve the right to cancel or change the published times of any performance. We will do our best to keep information on our website accurate and up to date. Please note that although we work hard to ensure that everything in this brochure is correct, we are human and mistakes do happen. If you need to double-check something, give the Box Office a call on 01463 234 234.

EDEN COURT RESTAURANT, BAR AND CAFé The Restaurant at Eden Court is the perfect place for a meal, snack or a drink. The restaurant is open from 10.00am Monday – Saturday, and 11.00am on Sunday. Our bars serve a tempting selection of beers and wines, and will happily take your pre-interval drinks order.

For enquiries, please call 01463 732 688.

LATE ADMISSIONS Latecomers will not be admitted to the auditorium until a suitable break in the performance, which may not be until the interval, if at all. Please try not to disturb other patrons when getting to your seat.

CHILDREN Eden Court welcomes children of all ages, unless the performance has a specific age restriction. Children of ten years and over are welcome to attend unaccompanied, but parents should note that the responsibility for their children’s safety and wellbeing

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PAYMENT METHODS Payment can be made by cash, cheque (made payable to Eden Court), Visa, MasterCard, Maestro, Visa Debit Cards or Eden Court Gift Vouchers. Payment can be made in person, by phone or by post. Please note that we do not currently accept Maestro for payment online.

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Reduced rates are offered for most performances. Only one reduction applies per ticket. Reductions generally apply to under 18s, fulltime students, over 60s, 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. Eden Court Friends also receive generous additional discounts on ticket prices.

Most events in this brochure have a £1.00 Development levy included in the ticket price. 100% of the money raised from the development levy will be re-invested into Eden Court.

remains theirs, and that Eden Court will take no more responsibility than for any other members of the audience. Any member of the audience (including children) will be required to leave if their behaviour is disturbing for other patrons.

Babies will not be admitted to any performances where Eden Court judges that crying could disturb other audience members.

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Eden Court Highlands (trading as Eden Court) is a company registered in Scotland (company number SCO63216) and a charity registered with the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator (registered number SC008237). The company’s registered office is at Eden Court, Bishop’s Road, Inverness IV3 5SA.

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T­he Box Office will be open from 10.00 until 15 minutes after the last ticketed event begins, each day from Monday to Saturday, and from 11.00 until 15 minutes after the last ticketed event begins on Sundays.

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www.eden-court.co.uk For details of public transport services to Eden Court, visit: www.stagecoachbus.com/highlands Limited car parking is available for Eden Court customers. If coming by car, please arrive in good time, as you may not be able to find a space in our car park! Please only park in marked spaces. There is public Pay & Display car parking at Inverness Cathedral. We also have secure bike parking, and are close to bus routes.

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