Eden Court Theatre & Cinema Summer Brochure

WHAT’S ON FROM MAY 2017

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We’ve been working hard behind the scenes to attract some high calibre big name productions to Eden Court during the summer months and I’m delighted to say that we have exceeded even our own expectations with a programme that boasts, Dirty Dancing, The Wedding Singer, Million Dollar Quartet, Sister Act, The Railway Children, The Woman in Black and already booked for 2018 Legally Blonde and Hairspray and more.

We, of course, have a range of other fabulous productions including two very different outdoor (sort of) shows with Nicole & Martin and the Big White tent making a welcome return and possibly

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the quirkiest show of the year, Mobile (staged inside a caravan on the front lawn of Eden Court) For me though the varied drama season is particularly exciting with my personal highlights including Critic’s Choice 2016 award winner Descent, Michael Burrell’s award winning Hess and Stand By directed by Joe Douglas ( The Cheviot, The Stag and the Black Black Oil 2016)

Dirty Dancing

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The Wedding Singer

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Million Dollar Quartet

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Sister Act

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Patience 6 Grease 7

Colin Marr Chief Executive

I hope you have as much fun planning your summer at Eden Court as we had putting the programme together.

Look forward to seeing you soon

DANCE Rhythm of the Dance

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Scottish Ballet Autumn 2017

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Out of this World by Mark Murphy’s V-TOL

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Velvet Petal by Fleur Darkin

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OPERA Scottish Opera – La bohéme

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Scottish Opera – La Traviata

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CLASSICAL We’ve got two theatres staging a huge variety of drama, dance, music, comedy, talks and more.

We’ve got two of the comfiest cinemas you could ever hope to visit screening everything from the latest Hollywood releases to the best of world cinema and documentaries. You’ll find our full programme in the ICA magazine every month.

We’ve got two studios where we run over 60 classes a week in drama, dance, singing and film making.

Whatever age you are and whatever standard you are at we’ll have a class for you. Details of all the classes are in our Eden Court CREATIVE brochure.

Our cafe, restaurant and bars are open from mid morning till the last show is finished and we look forward to welcoming you for coffee, drinks, snacks or dinner whether you are going to a show or not.

Featured on the front cover: MOBILE - PAGE 20

Our award winning building has architecture from 1878, 1976 and 2007 and includes six art works as part of the fabric. The Victorian Bishop’s Palace was home to the Bishop of Inverness from 1878 until 1948 and is one of the most important historical buildings in Inverness – it is open to the public on most days.

Our building is available to rent for anything from small private dinners and meetings to large scale conferences. The variety and history of our rooms and the expertise of our technical staff ensures that your event will be memorable.

Scottish Ensemble: Eastern European Express

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DRAMA

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The Comedy Touch

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Tildon Krautz

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Luke Sital Singh

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Stuart Mitchell – Dealt a Bad Hand

Roddy Hart and the Lonesome Fire

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Raintown 47

Eleanor Conway – Walk of Shame

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Music is Torture

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Eddie & Luc

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TALKS / SPECIAL EVENTS

Charlie Grey & Joseph Peach

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Ocean Film Festival

Calum Alex Macmillian

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Between the Lines

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Lizanne Knott

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Eduardo Niebla in Concert

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Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards – Try Hard

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Highland and Moray Food and Drink Festival

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XpoNorth – Scotland’s Leading Creative Industries Festival 32

Don’t Shoot Me, I’m Still Only The Piano Player 50

John Williams ‘My Son’s Not Rainman’

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Eden Court Lates

Sunday Night at the Empire Theatre

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LOCAL/SHOWCASE

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Toby Michaels: Rolling Damned: One More Time!

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Shakin’ Stevens: Echoes of Our Times Tour 52

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Spectacular, Spectacular: Play On

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The Railway Children

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Hairspray Jr

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Lamda Musical Theatre Showcase

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Jimmy Buckley

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Mary Duff

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A Murder is Announced

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Strictly Murder

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The Steamie

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For more info on all our activities call box office, pick up our brochures, check out our website or like/follow us on facebook (@edencourttheatreandcinema) and twitter (@edencourt)

A Funny Valentine – The Story and Music of Chet Baker 17

Join the Eden Court Friends and enjoy ticket discounts and a 10% food and soft drinks discount in our bar and restaurant plus much more.

Billy Kirkwood – Sheer Utter Chaos

The Dime Notes

The Woman in Black

On top of all this Eden Court is a registered charity and runs the largest Creative Learning Programme of any UK theatre. This work takes place in our building and around the Highlands, in both schools and communities, and we are increasingly working with some of the most vulnerable members of our society.

If you’d like a weekly mail reminder of the programme for the week ahead simply sign up via our website homepage.

The Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre Do Shakespeare 28

Hess 16 Descent 16 The Story of Pride and Prejudice 17

Just Like That!

The Tommy Cooper Show

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Stand By

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Sorry! No Coloureds, No Irish, No Dogs Daphne Oram’s Wonderful World of Sound

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SQA Higher Dance Show

Let’s Twist Again

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Legends of American Country 54

Summer Youth Drama

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Nathan Carter and his Band: The Wanna Dance Tour plus Support

Summer Youth Dance

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Mike Denver

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Bowie Experience

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Summer Musical Theatre Mash-Up: International Exchange 35

Performers UK – Annual Junior Showcase

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Performers UK – Annual Senior Showcase

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TFX – Oh What A Night

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TFX – Making a Splash

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Creative Showcase

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Inverness Provincial Mod 2017 37

Mercury – The Ultimate Tribute 56 Hells Bells – AC/DC Tribute

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Jive Talkin’ Perform The Bee Gees

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Rhinestone Cowboy

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The Blues Brothers The Smash Hit (Approved) 57

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Mobile 20

Skipinnish 38

Oh! Carol – The Musical Story of Neil Sedaka and Howard Green 58

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Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham

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Whitney Queen of the Night

Snow White

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The Kilkennys

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THANK YOU TO ALL OUR PATRONS FOR THEIR GENEROUS SUPPORT:

Shark in the Park

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Fred Morrison

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Macca: The Concert – Celebrating the Music of Paul McCartney 59

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt

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Rachel Newton Band

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Gordon & Rhona Adam

The Tiger Who Came To Tea...

Live on Stage

Peace Train – The Cat Stevens Story

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Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail Finale Concert

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Night Light

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The Northern Meeting Piping Competitions

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ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCES

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GALLERY

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TICKETS AND INFO

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Nicole and Martin

Katie & Roy Nelson

The Banister Family

Catriona & Donald Robertson

Cathryn Lady Cawdor

Chris & Gill Silver

Gregor Barclay & Helen Cunningham

Tony Smith

Moira Harris & Steve Jones

Robin Stewart

Finlay & Margot Kerr

James & Nicola Vestey

Philip & Emma Mackenzie

Bill Walker

Sarah & JP Macpherson

Anne & Graham Watson

Alan & Annie Nelson

And our Patrons who choose to remain anonymous

To find out how you can help Eden Court as a Patron, please contact our Development Department:  01463 732 678  support@eden-court.co.uk

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COMEDY The All Star Stand Up Tour 2017 26

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

The Secret North

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Auld Hat New Heids

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Jeremy Hardy Live 2017

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John Bishop ‘Winging It’ Work in Progress 2017

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When 2Cultures Come 2Gether (Schiehallion & The Luke Jackson Trio) 43

Limmy – That’s Your Lot – The Book Tour

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Christian Garrick and the Budapest Cafe Orchestra

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Tina May and Brian Kellock Celebrate Ella and Oscar

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Elaine C Smith’s ‘Burdz Eye View’

Eden Court is supported by:

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in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

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CONTENTS

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Welcome to the Summer Season at Eden Court

Dirty Dancing EMPIRE THEATRE MON 08- SAT 13 MAY MON 08- THU 11 19.30 FRI 12- 17.00 & 20.30 SAT 13- 14.30 & 19.30 SEAT PRICE FRI/SAT EVE & SAT MAT £49.00 / £45.00 TUE/WED/THU EVE/FRI EARLY EVE £44.00 / £40.00 MON EVE £39.00 / £35.00 REDUCED RATES TUE/WED/THU EVE/FRI EARLY EVE £42.00 / £38.00

3 DIRTY DANCING IS BACK! Exploding with heartpounding music, breathtaking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions across the globe this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny, two fiercely independent young spirits from different worlds, who come together in what will be the most challenging and triumphant summer of their lives. Featuring 35 hit songs, including Hungry Eyes, Hey Baby, Do You Love Me? and the heart stopping “(I’ve Had) The Time Of My Life.

INN AND RAY QU ALLETT EP ROXANN

Don’t miss your chance to see this sensational new production.

SAT MAT £44.00 / £40.00

TICKETS SELLING FAST - BOOK NOW!

U18S £5 OFF TUE - THU EVE, FRI EARLY EVE, SAT MAT

WWW.DIRTYDANCINGONTOUR.COM

GROUPS 10+ £3.00 OFF ALL SEATS (EXCEPT FRI/SAT EVE) GROUPS 6+ £2.00 OFF ALL SEATS (EXCEPT FRI/SAT EVE) EDEN COURT FRIENDS £5.00 OFF MONDAY EVE EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES FRI 12 EARLY EVE & SAT 13 MAT ONLY

This stage version is a phenomenon SUNDAY MIRROR

RTY A RAFFE R A B R A B

All the fun of the film MAIL ON SUNDAY

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The Wedding Singer EMPIRE THEATRE TUE 27 JUN - SAT 01 JUL 20.00 (EXCEPT FRI) FRI 30 JUN 17.00 & 20.30 WED 28 JUN & SAT 01 JUL 14.30 MATINEE SEAT PRICE TUE 27 EVE & WED 28 MAT £30.00 / £28.00 / £26.00 FRI 30 EARLY EVE & SAT 01 MAT £35.00 / £33.00 / £29.00

Surpasses all previous productions HHHHH NORTH WEST

WED 28 & THU 29 EVE £35.00 / £33.00 / £31.00 FRI 30 & SAT 01 EVE £37.00 / £35.00 / £31.00 U18S WED 28 & THU 29 EVE, FRI 30 EARLY EVE & SAT 01 MAT £16.00

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FRI 30 & SAT 01 EVE £21.00 GROUPS 10+ £3.00 OFF ALL SEATS EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES PLUS £5.00 OFF TUE 27 EVE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY)

The biggest live theatre sensation of all time HHHHH THE OBSERVER

THEWEDDINGSINGERMUSICAL.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 64.

It’s 1985. Hair is huge, greed is good...

Rock-star wannabe Robbie Hart (Jon Robyns: Avenue Q, Legally Blonde) is dumped by his fiancée and left considering a career on Wall Street with bad boy Glenn (Ray Quinn X Factor, Dancing On Ice).

Can sweet natured Julia (Cassie Compton X Factor), her best friend Hollie (Roxanne Pallett Emmerdale, Waterloo Road) and Grandma Rosie (Barbara Rafferty: Rab C. Nesbitt, The Last King of Scotland) get Robbie back into the groove and follow his dreams?

Join the party of the year at this hilarious musical based on the smash hit Adam Sandler film.

Music by Matthew Sklar. Book by Chad Beguelin and Tim Herlihy. Lyrics by Chad Beguelin. Based upon the New Line Cinema film Written by Tim Herlihy.

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‘A feel good musical with a soundtrack to die for’ THE INDEPENDENT

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‘The show that left me all shook up!’

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THE BROADWAY AND WEST END SMASH HIT MUSICAL

THE STORY OF HOW FOUR STARS MADE ROCK‘N’ROLL HISTORY

‘IRRESISTIBLE. ALEXANDRA BURKE – THE PERFECT SOUL DIVA’

‘WILD AND WONDERFUL. BRIMS WITH FEEL-GOOD FACTOR.‘ THE STAGE

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Sister Act EMPIRE THEATRE

Million Dollar Quartet Starring EMPIRE THEATRE

MARTIN KEMP

MON 16 – SAT 21 OCT MON – SAT EVE 20.00 THU & SAT MAT 13.30 SEAT PRICE

MON £30.00 / £28.00 / £26.00 THU & SAT MAT £35.00 / £33.00 / £29.00 TUE – THU EVE £35.00 / £33.00 / £31.00 FRI & SAT EVE £37.00 / £35.00 / £31.00 REDUCED RATES THU & SAT MAT & TUE – THU EVE £2.00 OFF U18s THU & SAT MAT & TUE – THU EVE £16.00, FRI & SAT EVE £21.00 GROUPS 10+ £3.00 OFF ALL SEATS EDEN COURT FRIENDS SPECIAL OFFER – £5.00 OFF OPENING PERF (LIMITED AVAILABILTY) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES (EXCEPT MONDAY)

Million Dollar Quartet is set to rock Inverness!

Starring BBC TV’s Let It Shine judge and Spandau Ballet’s Martin Kemp as Sam Philips. Following its success in the West End, Las Vegas and on Broadway, MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET is touring the UK! This worldwide smash-hit musical is inspired by the famous recording session that brought together rock ‘n’ roll icons Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis and Carl Perkins for the first and only time.

On December 4, 1956, these four star musicians gathered at Sun Records in Memphis, the studios of legendary record producer Sam Phillips (Martin Kemp) for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions of all time. MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET brings that legendary night to life, featuring a score of rock hits including Blue Suede Shoes, Fever, That’s All Right, Sixteen Tons, Great Balls of Fire, Walk the Line, Whole Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On, Who Do You Love?, Matchbox, Folsom Prison Blues, Hound Dog and many more.

WWW.MILIONDOLLARQUARTETLIVE.CO.UK

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

MON 31 JUL- SAT 05 AUG MON 31 JUL - SAT O5 EVE 19.30 WED 02 & SAT 05 AUG MAT 14.30 SEAT PRICE FRI 04 & SAT 05 EVE £49.00 / £45.00 MON 31 EVE, TUE 01, WED 02 & THU 03 EVE £46.00 / £42.00 WED 02 MAT £39.00 /£35.00 SAT 05 MAT £44.00 / £42.00 REDUCED RATES MON 31 EVE, TUE 01, WED 02 & THU 03 £44.00 / £40.00 SAT 05 MAT £42.00 / £40.00 WED 02 MAT £37.00 / £33.00 U18s £5.00 OFF ALL SEATS (EXCEPT FRI / SAT EVE) GROUPS 10+ £3.00 OFF ALL SEATS (EXCEPT FRI / SAT EVE) GROUPS 6+ £2.00 OFF ALL SEATS (EXCEPT FRI / SAT EVE) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES WED & SAT MAT ONLY PLUS £5.00 OFF OPENING NIGHT

This all new critically acclaimed production of the Broadway and West End smash hit musical comedy starring Alexandra Burke (The X Factor, The Bodyguard) is coming to Inverness!

Directed and choreographed by Craig Revel Horwood, Sister Act is the feel-amazing show based on the movie starring Whoopi Goldberg and Maggie Smith. Featuring original music by Tony® and 8-time Oscar® winner Alan Menken (Disney’s Aladdin, Beauty and the Beast, Enchanted), dazzling dance routines and songs inspired by Motown, soul and disco, Sister Act is the funniest and funkiest musical around.

Standing ovations and rave reviews! Don’t miss the chance to see this fabulous show. *At matinee performances the role of Deloris Van Cartier will be performed by Joanna Francis WWW.SISTERACTUKTOUR.CO.UK

The performance on Sat 05 Aug at 14.30 will be Captioned

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

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6 Patience ONETOUCH THEATRE SAT 22 JUL 19.30 SEAT PRICE £16.50 U16S £12.50 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Inner Sound is a group of enthusiastic and energetic folk, based in Skye and Lochalsh, who love getting together to indulge in their passion for singing. This year they return to Eden Court with Patience, their fourteenth Gilbert and Sullivan production.

The lighthearted operetta pokes fun at the aesthetic movement of the late 19th century in England.

Known as Art for Art’s Sake, it valued notions of beauty and aesthetic quality above all else.

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Grease

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EMPIRE THEATRE WED 23 - SAT 26 AUG WED 23 - SAT 26 19.30 SAT 26 MAT - 14.30 SEAT PRICE £28.00

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U16s £25.00 GROUPS 10+ BUY 10 TICKETS GET 11TH FREE EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

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Directed and Choreographed by Nicola Gray Musical Director Fiona Stuart

To find out more, please contact Aelish O’Rourke 01463 732679 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 64.

Following on from Jesus Christ Superstar, Seven Brides for Seven Brothers, West Side Story, Oliver! and Annie, Starlight Musical Theatre are delighted to bring you everyone’s favourite musical – Grease!

Packed with all the hits including, Summer Nights, Sandy, Hopelessly Devoted to You, Beauty School Drop-out, You’re the One That I Want and, of course, Grease Lightning! Starlight Musical Theatre are betting this will be their best show yet.

This amateur production is presented by arrangement with Theatrical Rights Worldwide WWW.STARLIGHTMUSICALTHEATRE.COM

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Out Of This World by Mark Murphy’s V-TOL EMPIRE THEATRE

Rhythm of the Dance

TUE 16 & WED 17 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £18.00

EMPIRE THEATRE

REDUCED RATES £16.00

MON 07 AUG 19.30 SEAT PRICE £24.00 REDUCED RATES £22.00 GROUPS 10+ BUY 9 TICKETS AND GET THE 10TH FREE FAMILY TICKET £70.00 (2 ADULTS, 2 CHILDREN) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

WWW.RHYTHMOFTHEDANCE.COM

This incredible live show celebrates the rich history of Ireland and the art of Irish dance, from the disciplined Celtic Step to the sensual, ancient Sean Nos dance style. Internationally rated as one of the most popular and successful Irish Step Dance shows on tour, by critics, audiences, and millions of fans around the world.

Scottish Ballet Autumn 2017 EMPIRE THEATRE FRI 03 & SAT 04 NOV 19.30 SEAT PRICE £22.00 / £19.00 REDUCED RATES £2.00 OFF U26 £10.00 GROUPS 10+ BUY 10 TICKETS, GET 11TH FREE (APPLICABLE TO FULL PRICED TICKETS ONLY) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Inspired by one of the most distinctive composers of the 20th Century, Igor Stravinsky and performed live by the Scottish Ballet Orchestra.

Marking the 25th anniversary of the death of Scottish choreographer Sir Kenneth MacMillan, this re-staging of his

early narrative work Le Baiser de la Fée (The Fairy’s Kiss) features a stunning new set and costumes designed by Gary Harris.

Contrastingly, Scottish Ballet’s Artistic Director Christopher Hampson, brings raw physicality to the programme. Featuring only three dancers, The Rite of Spring, tells the story of two brothers as they grow together, come of age and descend into a violent confrontation.

WWW.SCOTTISHBALLET.CO.UK

Free pre concert talk Fri 03 18.30 Maclean room Free post show talk Fri 03

Remembering Fred with Aljaz and Janette WHEN / SOLD OUT

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+ Contains strobe lighting, smoke effects and strong language

Out Of This World is actionpacked theatre from acclaimed writer/director Mark Murphy. This powerful love story is set within a world of projected film and animation, it combines ground breaking aerial choreography, explosive special effects and intense storytelling.

This is the story of a woman’s woozy descent into the depths of a medically induced coma.

But once safely cocooned, she discovers a shocking truth that forces her to escape her subterranean safe house in a very real fight for life.

Mark Murphy is celebrated for his signature genre-defying work, and ambitious, large-scale outdoor events including the Glasgow 2014 Commonwealth Games closing ceremony.

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SCOTTISH Dance Theatre Velvet Petal by Fleur Darkin ONETOUCH THEATRE SAT 16 SEP 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00 U26s / STUDENTS £7.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+

Velvet Petal is inspired by the life cycle of the Monarch butterfly, the photography of Robert Mapplethorpe, and the transformative power of creating beauty out of whatever’s on the bedroom floor. Set to a fresh dance-punk score, including music by LCD Soundsystem, James Holden, and Fourtet, Scottish Dance Theatre’s exceptional dancers will entice and entertain you as they philosophise, seduce, and experiment with their bodies, their clothing, and their ideas.

WWW.SCOTTISHDANCETHEATRE.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 64.

Free Post Show Q&A TUE 16 MAY

Technically sumptuous, the most sophisticated integration of live action and film I’ve ever seen.

THE GUARDIAN ON V-TOL’S WITHOUT TRACE

Haunting and beautiful.

THE SCOTSMAN ON THE NIGHT SHIFT

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La bohème EMPIRE THEATRE

TUE 13 JUNE, THU 15 JUN, SAT 17 JUN 19.15 SEAT PRICE £54.50 / £44.50 / £38.00 / £24.50

La traviata

Unwrapped Performance

EMPIRE THEATRE TUE 07, THU 09 & SAT 11 NOV 19.15

WED 14 JUN | 18.00-19.00 EMPIRE THEATRE FREE BUT TICKETED

WWW.SCOTTISHOPERA.ORG.UK

REDUCED RATES £51.50 / £41.50 / £35.00 / £21.50 UNDER 26S £10.00 IN ADVANCE GROUPS 10+ BUY 10 TICKETS AND GET THE 11TH FREE SCHOOL GROUPS OF 10 OR MORE £9.00 PLUS ONE TEACHER FREE FOR EVERY 10 PUPILS BOOKED EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

The team behind 2014’s hit Don Pasquale returns with a new production of Puccini’s classic, La bohème. Director Renaud Doucet and designer André Barbe set the romance amidst the jumble of Paris’s famous flea markets. Inspired by the Jazz Age of Josephine Baker, this production will be full of their trademark colour, character and style.

This free hour-long taster gives you the chance to find out about the production and let you hear some of the best-known music. A brilliant event for those new to opera or those who wish to gain a bit more insight.

2017/18 subscriptions now on sale – book for La traviata and Eugene Onegin and save.

Pre-Performance Talk SAT 17 JUN | 18.00-19.00 THE MACLEAN ROOM FREE BUT TICKETED

Puccini’s sublime score never fails to work its spell – his lush orchestration and exquisite vocal lines combine in some of the most ravishing music in opera. Hye-Youn Lee (Madama Butterfly 2014) is the fated Mimì and Luis Gomes, winner of 2015’s Grand Prize at the Verbier Festival Academy and Covent Garden regular, is Rodolfo. Music Director Stuart Stratford conducts.

WWW.SCOTTISHOPERA.ORG.UK

SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE

Touch Tour on Sat 17 June at 18.00

Eastern Europe Express

Audio-Described performance on Sat 17 June 19.15

ONETOUCH THEATRE TUE 06 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £16.00 STUDENTS / UNWAGED £5.00 U16s FREE ENTRY (One per paying adult £5.00 thereafter)

Polish-born Bartosz Woroch - a gifted violinist specialising in chamber and solo violin, takes us across Eastern Europe on a musical journey of discovery!

To Poland! Where Grazyna Bacewicz, one of the country’s first female composers, wrote her much-lauded 1948 concerto, which fuses tradition and modernity with vivacious gusto, energy and inventive flair.

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Gorecki

Three pieces in old style

Chopin

Two Nocturnes [arr. David Matthews]

Bacewicz Concerto for String Orchestra

It’s a pleasure to discover La bohème for the first time or to see it for the 20th time – proof that, as an opera, it is universal, and that its atmosphere is more than merely nostalgic.

Czyz

Canzona di Barocco for String Orchestra

Dvorák

String Quintet in G major, Op. 77 [arr. string orchestra]

To Czech Republic! To end the evening with one of Dvorák’s most well known quintets scored with double bass to create a deep, romantic richness.

WWW.SCOTTISHENSEMBLE.CO.UK

Pre-Concert Talk 18.45-19.15 ONETOUCH THEATRE

RENAUD DOUCET & ANDRÉ BARBE

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

To France! Where Chopin wrote Opus 37, No.2 and Opus 55, No.1, performed now in this exquisite string orchestra arrangement (and SE commission) by David Matthews, who translates the delicate piano melodies into beautifully meandering lines for solo violin.

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

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The Railway Children EMPIRE THEATRE

The Woman in Black

TUE 11 - SUN 16 JUL TUE 11 – SUN 16 EVE 19:00 SAT 15 & SUN 16 MAT 13:30

EMPIRE THEATRE MON 01 – SAT 06 MAY MON 01 – SAT 06 EVE 20.00 THU 04 & SAT 06 MAT 13.30 SEAT PRICE MON 01 EVE (OPENING NIGHT) £21.00 / £19.00 / £17.00 TUE 02, WED 03 & THU 04 EVE £26.00 / £24.00 / £22.00 THU 04 & SAT 06 MAT £23.00 / £21.00 / £19.00 FRI 05 & SAT 06 EVE £30.00 / £28.00 / £26.00 REDUCED RATES £2.00 OFF (EXCLUDING MON 01, FRI 05 & SAT 06 EVE) GROUPS 10+ £3.00 OFF MON 01 - THU 04 EVE U18s & SCHOOL GROUPS MON 01 EVE ANY SEAT £11.00 TUE 02, WED 03 & THU 04 MAT & EVE, SAT 06 MAT ANY SEAT £17.00 FRI 05 & SAT 06 EVE ANY SEAT £19.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS £5.00 OFF MON 01 EVE / £2.00 OFF ANY OTHER PERF (EXCLUDING FRI 05 & SAT 06 EVE) 14+

Susan Hill’s acclaimed ghost story comes alive in Stephen Mallatratt’s ingenious stage adaptation. This gripping production, directed by Robin Herford, is a brilliantly successful study in atmosphere, illusion and controlled horror.

A lawyer obsessed with a curse that he believes has been cast over him and his family by the spectre of a Woman in Black, engages a sceptical young actor to help him tell his terrifying story and exorcise the fear that grips his soul. It all begins innocently enough, but then, as they reach further into his darkest memories, they find themselves caught up in a world of eerie marshes and moaning winds.

WWW.THEWOMANINBLACK.COM

The performance on sat 06 May at 13.30 Will be audio described.

TUE 11 £19.00 / £17.00 WED/THU/SUN EVES - £23.00 / £21.00 / £19.00 FRI/SAT EVES & SAT/SUN MATS - £25.00 / £23.00 / £21.00 REDUCED RATES £2.00 OFF (EXCEPT TUES)

Adapted by Dave Simpson E. Nesbit’s classic novel The Railway Children is brought thrillingly to life in a stunning new stage production.

This best-loved tale, made famous by the iconic 1970 movie starring Jenny Agutter and Bernard Cribbins, delivers a compelling coming of age story and a fascinating insight into Edwardian rural life.

U18S TUE OPENING NIGHT - £13.00 ALL SEATS WED/THU/SUN EVES - £15.00 ALL SEATS FRI/SAT EVES & SAT/SUN MATS - £17.00 ALL SEATS GROUPS 10+ TUE OPENING NIGHT - £3.00 OFF ALL SEATS WED/THU/SUN EVES - £3.00 OFF ALL SEATS EDEN COURT FRIENDS £5.00 OFF TUE 11 JUL STANDARD EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES ON SELECTED PERFORMANCES

BSL Interpreted performance: SAT MAT 15 JUL 13.30 Captioned performance: SUN 16 JUL 13.30

Touch tour at 12.00

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

E. Nesbit’s THE RAILWAY CHILDREN

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

When their father mysteriously disappears with two strangers one evening, the lives of Roberta, Peter and Phyllis are turned upside down. Forced to leave the comforts of their privileged London life in exchange for a simple existence in the depths of the Yorkshire countryside, this fractured family soon discover new friendships and an unexpected secret that will change their lives forever.

Complete with beautiful period costumes and ingenious designs, this new production promises an uplifting theatrical experience for all ages, packed with intrigue, adventure, joy and jubilation.

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The Steamie Strictly Murder EMPIRE THEATRE

SEAT PRICE FRI & SAT EVE £28.00 / £26.00 / £24.00 TUE, WED & THU EVE £2.00 OFF THU & SAT MAT £24.00 / £22.00 / £20.00 MON EVE £20.00 / £18.00 / £16.00

Gemma Oaten

MON 17 – SAT 22 JUL 20.00 THU & SAT MAT 14.30

Sarah Thomas

EMPIRE THEATRE

Tom Butcher

Janet Dibley

Agatha Christie’s A Murder is Announced

The residents of Chipping Cleghorn are astonished to read an advert in the local newspaper that a murder will take place this coming Friday at Little Paddocks, the home of Letitia Blacklock.

A murder is announced and will take place on Friday, October the thirteenth, at little Paddocks – at six-thirty pm.

Unable to resist, a group of residents gather at the house at the appointed time. The lights go out and a gun is fired and now Miss Marple must unravel a complex series of relationships and events to solve the mystery of the killer...

REDUCED RATES TUE, WED & THU EVE £2.00 OFF ALL SEATS U18S £19.00 (FRI & SAT EVE) £16.00 (TUE, WED & THU EVE) £14.00 (U18S) £10.00 (MON EVE) GROUPS 10+ £3.00 OFF ALL SEATS (MON – THU EVE) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES (THU & SAT MAT / TUE, WED & THU EVE) EDEN COURT FRIENDS SPECIAL OFFER £5.00 OFF (MON EVE)

Now in its third year of touring, this lavish production has delighted packed audiences across the UK. Starring Tom Butcher (The Bill/Doctors), Sarah Thomas (Last Of The Summer Wine) and Gemma Oaten (Emmerdale) with further star cast to be announced.

WWW.MIDDLEGROUNDTHEATRE.CO.UK

BSL Interpreted performance: SAT 22 JUL 14.30

The packed audience loved every minute

A blissful couple of hours of whodunit fun

LIVERPOOL ECHO

THE SCOTSMAN

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

EMPIRE THEATRE TUE 03 OCT – SAT 07 OCT 19.30 WED 04 OCT 13.30 THU 05 OCT 14.00

MON 29 – WED 31 MAY 20.00

SEAT PRICE

SEAT PRICE £19.00

TUE - THU EVE £26.00 / £24.00 / £22.00

REDUCED RATES £17.00

FRI, SAT EVE £30.00 / £28.00 / £26.00

GROUPS 6+ £14.00

THU, SAT MAT £23.00 / £21.00 / £19.00

GROUPS 10+ £14.00 & BUY 10 TICKETS AND PAY FOR 9

REDUCED RATES (EXCEPT FRI & SAT EVE)

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

REDUCED RATES £2.00 OFF

Starring Brian Capron (Coronation Street, Where the Heart Is, Grange Hill, Celebrity Masterchef), Corrinne Wicks (Doctors/Emmerdale) and Gary Turner (Emmerdale) as Peter.

April 1939. An English couple, Peter and Suzy, are living in Provence in idyllic isolation, far, it seems, from the rumblings of the coming war. Their peace is shattered from within when Suzy discovers she has been betrayed: Peter is not the man he claims to be. Suzy's life is thrown into turmoil as the possibility arises that Peter may in fact be a ruthless killer on the run. Then a Scotland Yard detective arrives and events become even more complicated and frightening ...Lies, subterfuge and murder make this fast-moving thriller a dark and disturbing roller coaster of bluff and double bluff.

WWW.TALKING-SCARLET.CO.UK

What a play. It's certainly one of the best murder mysteries I've seen and grips you by the throat from start to finish ... the plot is full of twists and turns THE STAGE

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

12+

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

Join Dolly, Magrit, Doreen and Mrs Culfeathers as they laugh and cry their way through the last day of the year - with a little help from the not so handy Andy.

First performed in May 1987, The Steamie has delighted and entertained audiences all over the world. Writer Tony Roper directs this new 30th anniversary touring production.

WWW.THESTEAMIEPLAY.COM

The play has a kind of hilarious perfection THE SCOTSMAN

The Steamie gives an unashamedly nostalgic view of Glasgow’s past, yet its strength is that it brings the wash house women to life without getting dewy-eyed THE GUARDIAN

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NEW YORK POST

GILDED BALLOON PRESENTS

The Story of Pride and Prejudice

Hess

ONETOUCH THEATRE

EMPIRE THEATRE

WED 03 MAY 19.30

SUN 11 JUN 19.30

SEAT PRICE £13.00

SEAT PRICE £17.50

REDUCED RATES £11.00

Descent

U18s £12.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE

In the words of Jane Austen Read by Iconic British actress Hayley Mills star of long-running ITV drama Wild at Heart.

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+

In May 1941, Hitler’s deputy, Rudolf Hess, bailed out over Scotland on a self-appointed mission of peace. Immediately imprisoned, he was later sentenced to life at the Nuremberg Trials on charges of conspiracy for war and crimes against peace.

In Michael Burrell’s award-winning one-man play, Hess, played by Derek Crawford Munn, supposes what he might say to an audience about himself, the Third Reich, and the world we have created since the downfall of the Nazis and asks the question - how much has really changed?

THU 11 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £12.00 REDUCED RATES £10.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+

Written by Linda Duncan McLaughlin

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Created to honour the bicentenary of Jane Austen’s death in 2017, this promises to be an unusually intimate performance of the beloved author’s most

famous work. The enduring story of the romance between Elizabeth Bennett and Mr Darcy will be read by Hayley Mills in a drawing-room setting, in much the same way that Jane herself first read the story aloud to the Austen family and their closest friends. Weaving around those words will be Carl Davis’ magical score from the much loved BBC TV drama series of the 1990s.

WWW.PRIDEANDPREJUDICELIVE.COM

Presented in Association with Clive Conway Productions

Nominated for Best New Play 2016 by The Critics Awards for Theatre in Scotland

A Funny Valentine - The Story and Music of Chet Baker

If you love someone you stick by them, no matter what happens. Because that’s the deal. Isn’t it?

WED 31 MAY 20.00

Directed by Allie Butler

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £16.00

50-somethings Rob and Cathy are looking forward to reclaiming their own lives now that their daughter Nicola is grown-up and settled but looming over them is a threat that could rip their future apart.

Descent explores what happens as they try to hold on to each other – and themselves in the face of early onset dementia.

It’s 1961 and Chet Baker is in jail in Lucca

Unflinching from the heartbreak they face, this perceptive drama celebrates the courage, the hope, the humanity and even the humour they bring to the fight.

Voted best trumpet player in the world only five years earlier, now he’s doing time in an Italian jail for drug offences. Italians strolling around the town walls stop and listen to the sound of Chet’s golden trumpet wafting through the prison bars.

Supported by Creative Scotland.

Chet shared his prison cell with a storyteller. The storyteller became his friend.

In association with Beacon Arts Centre.

First produced at Òran Mór as part of A Play, A Pie and A Pint.

… powerful and heart-breaking.  THE SCOTSMAN … touchingly perceptive... harrowing honesty...  THE HERALD

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

REDUCED RATES £14.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 15+

Told by Mike Maran

Twenty-eight years later, Chet shared a hotel room in Amsterdam with his friend. That was the night Chet Baker died.

Only the storyteller knows what really happened. He knows the whole story – and now he’s telling it.

With live music on stage arranged and performed by Colin Steele (trumpet) and Fraser Urquhart (piano) this is an unforgettable evening of jazz, junk, and genius!

WWW.MIKEMARAN.COM

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

Chet Baker has the face of an angel and the heart of a demon!

Trouble comes to anyone who touches him!

Fabio Romiti, Public Prosecutor, Lucca, Italy

Roaring applause shattered The Purcell Room LONDON JAZZ FESTIVAL

Sorry! No Coloureds, No Irish, No Dogs

Just Like That! The Tommy Cooper Show ONETOUCH THEATRE

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SUN 28 MAY 19.30

WED 24 MAY 20.00

SEAT PRICE £14.00

SEAT PRICE £14.00

REDUCED RATES £12.00

REDUCED RATES £12.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

U26S & STUDENTS £6.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Tommy Cooper was a true comic genius. His impeccable timing, misfiring magic, trademark fez and quick-fire gags made him an international star.

This acclaimed show comes to us after a sell-out success at the West End’s Museum of Comedy and stars John Hewer (Tony Hancock, Hancock’s Half Hour - The ‘Lost’ Episodes) who delivers on every level as the man in the fez.

Complete with live musical accompaniment, this critically acclaimed tribute show is full of magic and mirth and is the perfect celebration of Britain’s favourite comedian.

WWW.HAMBLEDONPRODUCTIONS.COM

11+

Gazebo revisits one its most powerful plays in this exploration of racism and migration in response to events taking place across the UK and internationally.

Two strangers find themselves in a room of suitcases, books and stories which take them on a journey of discovery, reflection and tragedy bringing the events of hundreds of years gone before bang up to date.

Written and directed by Pamela Cole-Hudson (The Hallowed Turf, Rivers to Cross, Jamaica 50, Sweet Tooth)

Hambledon Productions with the kind support of The Tommy Cooper Estate and Vicky Cooper

Very very emotional. Fantastic acting and skilled directing!

Featuring Tonia Daley-Campbell (The Sistren, Jamaica 50, Danny & The Human Zoo, London Town) and Oraine Johnson (The Hallowed Turf, Rivers to Cross, The Tin Violin, Lucid).

WWW.GAZEBOTIE.COM

TRISH ADUDU, BBC

Stand By ONE TOUCH THEATRE SAT 02 & SUN 03 SEP 20.00

We wait with them, experiencing their intensely close relationship forged through the stress of the job; their banter and boredom; and the tensions that reach boiling point.

SEAT PRICE £12.00 SPECIAL OFFER U26 / STUDENTS £8.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 16+

Written by Adam McNamara Directed by Joe Douglas Four police officers sit in a riot van. Called out to a domestic dispute which may turn violent, they are on ‘stand by’, waiting for the go ahead to enter the flat where a man is wielding a samurai sword.

Daphne Oram’s Wonderful World of Sound ONETOUCH THEATRE THU 18 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £12.00

Against the backdrop of public sector cuts to frontline services, we experience the turmoil of the officers caught between following orders and their duty to protect each other.

Written by a former Police Officer, Stand By shows the modern-day Police service laid bare.

Produced by Utter WWW.UTTERTHEATRE.CO.UK

Music is Torture THU 01 JUN 20.00 Brilliant new drama featuring music from A Band Called Quinn.

Turn to page 47 to find out more.

REDUCED RATES £10.00 SPECIAL OFFER U18S £7.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+

In 1942, a séance inspires seventeen-year-old Daphne Oram to found the world-famous BBC Radiophonic Workshop and in the process reshape the entire development of electronic music. One of the most distinctive composers of the 20th century, Daphne Oram was a pioneer of sound who cut a trailblazing path through uncharted musical territory.

Using a blend of dynamic movement, text and live sonic composition by electronic sound artist Anneke Kampman this collaboration, with Award-winning Glasgow based Blood of the Young, explores the life and ideas of a true innovator who sacrificed everything for her art.

Produced by Blood of the Young and Tron Theatre WWW.BLOODOFTHEYOUNG.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 64.

Electrifying, it carries a real shiver of innovation THE SCOTSMAN (on Blood of the Young’s Golden Arm Theatre Project)

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Mobile EDEN COURT LAWN (FRI 19 MAY INVERNESS BOTANIC GARDENS) WED 17 MAY 13.30 / 14.45 / 15.30 / 17.15 / 18.00 / 19.00 / 19.45

THU 18 MAY 10.00 / 11.00 / 12.00

WWW.THEPAPERBIRDS.COM

Mobile neatly turns the caravan into a magic box where every cupboard and drawer springs a surprise THE GUARDIAN

Deeply moving, profoundly stirring A YOUNGER THEATRE

FRI 19 MAY, SAT 20 & SUN 21 MAY 11.00 / 11.45 / 12.45 / 13.30 / 14.45 / 15.30 / 17.15 / 18.00 / 19.00 / 19.45 SEAT PRICE £10.00 SPECIAL OFFER SCHOOLS £6.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 12+

Co-commissioned by Live Theatre and The Marlowe Theatre A Paper Birds production This intimate 40-minute theatre show set in a caravan ( with an audience of just 8 for each performance) is based on interviews conducted in communities across the UK and explores our sense of home, belonging, aspiration, and the realities of social mobility.

From a young age we are taught to aim high, to reach for the stars, to want more, more than our parents, more than the generations before us, to climb the social ladder. But as we surge forward, as we grapple for university places and promotions, what are we leaving behind? And from our ladder in the stars, if we look back, what do we see?

Nicole & Martin EDEN COURT LAWN THU 10 AUG – SUN 13 AUG THU 10 & FRI 11 18.30 SAT 12 & SUN 13 AUG 11.00 / 15.00 SEAT PRICE £12.00 REDUCED RATES £10.00 U18 £7.00 SPECIAL OFFER FAMILY £28.00 (4 PEOPLE, MAX 2 ADULTS) EXTRA CHILD £5.00 EACH BUY FOR ONE SHOW AND EACH SUBSEQUENT SHOW IS: ADULT £9.00 / U18S £5.00 / FAMILY £20.00, EXTRA CHILD £4.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES AGE 6 AND ABOVE FOR ALL SHOWS / THE MUSICIANS OF BREMEN ALL AGES

THEY’RE BACK! Fairytale acrobatic theatre company Nicole & Martin travel the world in wooden wagons, pitching their magical White Tent on village greens and theatre lawns, and captivating audiences of all ages with their theatrical tales. Inside the glowing White Tent stories, music, acrobats and gingerbread swirl around you. Familiar tales jump irresistibly to life into truly unique, enchanting, virtuoso masterpieces with Nicole & Martin’s unmistakable style.

Four award-winning shows combine theatre, music, song, dance, juggling, acrobatics, laughter and goosebumps. For the whole family, adults and teenagers too. Unforgettable. Oh and they serve French crêpes, wagon-made brownies, and Italian coffee - don’t miss them either!

The small tent is open before the show for healthy wagon-made/baked treats.

WWW.NICOLE-ET-MARTIN.CH

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 64.

Iron John FRI 11 AUG 18.30, SAT 12 AUG 11.00 A young prince is the only one bold enough to approach the wild man in the forest, Iron John. In return, Iron John will teach him many things, things he will need for his quest. Come and follow the young prince on his adventurous and acrobatic-strewn path towards becoming a man. Armed with loads of instruments, an aerial hoop, and a whole fantastic bag of tricks.

The Girl With No Hands THU 10 AUG 18.30 One morning a king sees a maiden in his garden eating a pear from his favourite tree. Because of a terrible pact her father made with the devil she has lost everything, including her hands. With the pact signed and sealed, how will the girl manage to overcome it? This amazing story is told with breathtaking skill, humour and beauty. And a tightrope.

Witness genuine theatrical magic. Pure joy!

The Musicians of Bremen SAT 12 AUG 15.00, SUN 13 AUG 11.00 A donkey, a dog, a cat and a rooster are old and no longer useful to their master. A sad end seems to be unavoidable... Huh? No way! Instead, the four animals decide to escape - and off they go towards Bremen where they plan to start a new life as town musicians.

But will they ever reach it? And how will Nicole and Martin manage to play 8 characters all at once?

The Fisherman and His Wife SUN 13 AUG 15.00 The fisherman sits and waits for a fish to bite. To his amazement he catches an enchanted fish: one that grants wishes... What would you wish for? Nicole & Martin conjure up an entire glorious play out of a single wooden box: the ocean, the long table in the castle, an emperor’s finery and even the sun itself. This lively and popular show is a rollercoaster theatrical journey from one wish to the next, until the biggest wish of them all.

Shark in the Park ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 04 JUN 13.30 & 15.30 MON 05 JUN 10.30 SEAT PRICE £10.00 REDUCED RATES £8.00 FAMILY TICKET £32.00 (MAX 4 PEOPLE) SCHOOLS / NURSERY GROUPS £6.00 PLUS 1 TEACHER FREE FOR EVERY 10 PUPILS EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 2 – 8 YEARS

Timothy Pope is looking through his telescope -but wait, is that a Shark, in the Park!? Featuring all 3 of the Shark in the Park Series - Shark in the Park, Shark in the Dark and Shark in the Park on a Windy Day - this FIN-tastic family musical follows Timothy (and his telescope!) on 3 exciting adventures! Make it snappy and get your tickets now!

WWW.NONSENSEROOM.CO.UK

Snow White EMPIRE THEATRE 05 DEC – 07 JAN SEAT PRICE £18.50 DISCOUNT DATES £15.00* SCHOOLS AND YOUTH GROUPS ALL PERFS £12.50 – (£11.50 IF BOOKED BEFORE 01 JULY) GROUPS 10 + GET 11TH TICKET FREE – (APPLICABLE TO FULL PRICE PERFS ONLY) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Audio Described performances: SAT 16 DEC 14.15 (TOUCH TOUR 12.45) & FRI 29 DEC 19.30 (TOUCH TOUR 17.30) BSL Interpreted performances: SAT 16 DEC 14.15 & FRI 29 DEC 19.00 Captioned performance: SUN 17 DEC 13:00

Mirror Mirror on the wall, who is the fairest of them all?

Once again we have all the ingredients for a perfect family panto with Snow White - the classic tale of good versus evil. This brilliant panto has it all – a dastardly villain, a hapless comic, a hilarious panto dame as well as spectacular sets, costumes, fabulous singing and dancing plus bags of slapstick fun!

Eden Court, Sun 27 Aug Registration 09.30

EMPIRE THEATRE

Make sure you get the best seats in the house and book now. Unlike many other theatres all our tickets are the same price so the earlier you book, the better the seat.

THU 27 JUL – SAT 29 JUL THU 27 13.30 FRI 28 10.30 & 13.30 SAT 29 10.30 & 13.30

possibly the finest family panto in Scotland

SEAT PRICE £12.50

Joyce MacMillen, THE SCOTSMAN (for Dick Whittington 2016)

CALLING ALL BUDDING STARS OF THE FUTURE!

Junior Chorus Auditions

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt

We are looking for young people aged between 9 and 16 years old to join our junior chorus teams for the sensational Snow White!

This is an amazing opportunity to perform in a professional show but this does require a great deal of time and commitment. For detailed information and audition forms please visit the Eden Court panto page or speak to a member of our box office team.

GROUPS 10+ £10.00 (BUY 10 TICKETS AND GET 11TH FREE) FAMILY £46.00 (4 TICKETS MAX) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 3YRS + AND THEIR FAMILIES

Direct from a smash-hit West End and international tour, Michael Rosen’s award-winning book is brought to life in director Sally Cookson’s fun-filled adaptation that’s set to Benji Bower’s versatile lively score.

Join our intrepid adventurers on their quest to find a bear, as they wade through the gigantic swishy swashy grass, the splishy splashy river and the thick oozy, squelchy mud! Expect catchy songs, interactive scenes and plenty of hands-on adventure!

Adapted for the stage from the modern classic written by Michael Rosen and illustrated by Helen Oxenbury.

WWW.BEARHUNTLIVE.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 64.

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The Tiger Who Came To Tea...Live on Stage!

Night Light

EMPIRE THEATRE

ONETOUCH THEATRE

FRI 26 – SUN 28 MAY FRI 13.30 SAT & SUN 11.00 & 14.00

SUN 21 – MON 22 MAY SUN 12.00 & 15.00 MON 10.30 & 13.30

SEAT PRICE £13.50

SEAT PRICE £7.00

FAMILY (4 PEOPLE MAX) £46.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

GROUPS 10+ £11.00

The blackbird sings to welcome the night.

The day slows and soon all are asleep.

All except one who cannot sleep.

A child, curious to know who looks after the night.

And so begins a magical journey through the dark and beautiful night until the black bird sings again to welcome a new day.

Teater Refleksion and Andy Manley are internationally regarded for their poignant and poetic shows for the very young. Audiences will be immersed in a magical universe surrounded by a beautifully designed structure.

3 – 6 YEARS AND THEIR ADULTS

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 3+

A musical play adapted and directed by DAVID WOOD, based on the book by JUDITH KERR

WWW.REDBRIDGEARTS.CO.UK/ABOUT/PROJECTSAND-ARTISTS/NIGHT-LIGHT

The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it possibly be?

What they certainly don’t expect to see at the door is a big, stripy tiger!

A rare and grrreat achievement

This Tiger is the cat’s meow

MAIL ON SUNDAY

THE TIMES

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Night Light is part of the Edinburgh International Children’s Festival on tour. It’s an Imaginate commission co-produced by Red Bridge and supported through the Scottish Government’s Edinburgh Festivals Expo Fund, The Danish Arts Foundation and the Municipality of Aarhus.

Following a smash-hit West End season, the teaguzzling tiger is back on the road in this delightful family show that’s packed with oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos!

From the writer/director of The Gingerbread Man, BFG, The Witches, Meg and Mog, Spot and Babe the Sheep Pig.

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WWW.TIGERSTEALIVE.COM

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, subtitled and autism friendly cinema screenings where possible.

The Woman in Black page 12

Sat 06 May

13.30

Audio Described (Touch Tour 12.00)

La Boheme page 10

Sat 17 Jun

19.15

Audio Described (Touch Tour 18.00)

The Railway Children page 13

Sat 15 Jul Sun 16 Jul

13.30 13.30

BSL Interpreted Captioned

Agatha Christie: A Murder is Announced page 14

Sat 22 Jul

14.30

BSL Interpreted

Sister Act page 5

Sat 5 Aug

14.30

Audio Described (Touch Tour 12.30)

Snow White – Panto page 22 Sat 16 Dec 14.15

Sun 17 Dec 13.00

Fri 29 Dec 19.00

Audio Described (Touch Tour 12.45) and BSL Interpreted Captioned Audio Described (Touch Tour 17.30) and BSL Interpreted

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

STARCATCHERS & CURIOUS SEED

MamaBabaMe ONETOUCH THEATRE WED 14 JUN 11.30 & 14.00 SEAT PRICE £7.00 SPECIAL OFFER FAMILY £23.00

it is so good to have a company like Starcatchers catering for an audience that most companies are not brave enough to tackle BROADWAY BABY 2016 (For Starcatchers’ Hup at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe)

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 18 MONTHS – 3 YEARS

Join us at the ringside of our mini arena for MamaBabaMe to witness this exciting new dance, theatre and live music experience made especially for infants and their grownups. Through playful movement, dance and sound, MamaBabaMe explores these profound new relationships and how this eternal bond evolves and grows.

Everyone will recognise something of their own relationships, as parent or child - this is a show for young children and anyone who’s ever been one!

WWW.STARCATCHERS.ORG.UK WWW.CURIOUS-SEED.COM

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

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26 King of the one-hundred-liner  DAILY TELEGRAPH His Supersonic show easily confirms that John Bishop has finally taken on the mantle of Britain’s top comic  DAILY MIRROR

The All Star Stand Up Tour 2017 EMPIRE THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £21.00

A brilliant comic brain, this stand-up cracks some of the best one-liners I’ve ever heard.

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

THE GUARDIAN ON STEWART FRANCIS

THU 18 MAY 19.30

15+

The All-Star Stand-Up Tour is back in 2017 with 3 more top comedians alongside returning compere Jarred Christmas. This year’s line-up includes Canadian one-liner king and star of Mock The Week and Live At The Apollo Stewart Francis, from Phoenix Nights and 8 Out Of 10 Cats Justin Moorhouse and the BAFTA award winning Jim Tavare, as seen on The Sketch Show, three Royal Variety Performances and in Harry Potter & The Prisoner Of Azkaban.

Simultaneously down to earth and out of this world THE LIST ON JUSTIN MOORHOUSE

A modern-day Tommy Cooper, his act is timeless.

CHORTLE ON JIM TAVARE

One of the funniest men to pick up a microphone.

TIME OUT ON JARRED CHRISTMAS

WWW.ALLSTARSTANDUP.COM

Jeremy Hardy Live 2017 ONETOUCH THEATRE

SPECIAL OFFER £5.00 UNWAGED (in person bookings only)

John Bishop ‘Winging It’ Work in Progress 2017

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

EMPIRE THEATRE

TUE 13 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £15.00

14+ (PARENTAL GUIDANCE)

Jeremy Hardy is in his 4th decade as a stand-up this year. That’s a more dramatic way of saying he started 33 years ago and, without a lottery win, probably has at least another 33 years to go. He is also well known for his appearances on The News Quiz and I’m Sorry I Haven’t a Clue plus you’ll have seen him on TV on QI and Mock The Week among others. A very funny chap indeed!

WWW.JEREMYHARDY.CO.UK

In an ideal world, Jeremy Hardy would be extremely famous, but an ideal world would leave him without most of his best material THE GUARDIAN

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

TUE 08 AUG & WED 09 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £26.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+

Comedy superstar John Bishop is coming here to warm up his brand new show WINGING IT and we can’t wait.

John’s achieved huge success with a number of his own comedy, entertainment and documentary shows including his new series John Bishop: In Conversation With which sees him chatting one to one with some of the UK’s biggest names.

WWW.JOHNBISHOPONLINE.COM

Limmy: That’s Your Lot – The Book Tour ONETOUCH THEATRE WED 28 JUN 19.30

SOLD OUT – SORRY! in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

Elaine C Smith’s ‘Burdz Eye View’

Billy Kirkwood – Sheer Utter Chaos

EMPIRE THEATRE

ONETOUCH THEATRE

FRI 09 JUN 20.00

FRI 12 MAY 20.00

SEAT PRICE £22.00

SEAT PRICE £10.00 IN ADVANCE £12.00 ON THE DAY

GROUPS 10+ GET 10 TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF 9

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

16+

Fresh from her highly successful TV productions Elaine C Smith’s Burdz Eye View and BBC2 comedy, Two Doors Down, Elaine C Smith returns to Eden Court. A guaranteed great night out, Elaine will entertain you with her outstanding one woman show – a hilarious mix of intelligent stand up, storytelling and music. This is Smith at the top of her game, cheeky, outspoken and yes very funny!

Billy returns from last year’s hilarious performance of Just Being Funny with live, brand new interactive stand up for 2017.

Sheer Utter Chaos - throwing the script right out the window Billy chats about anything and everything, what matters, doesn’t matter, annoys, delights in the complete Beldam that is supposed everyday life.

Packed with freewheeling, improvised, engaging banter and audience interaction.

Elaine C Smith is a national treasure.

SUNDAY HERALD

Packs more punch lines in 20 minutes than most comics do in an hour

Elaine C Smith is a Scottish Institution but so are Barlinnie and dodgy banks

THE SKINNY

IAN PATTISON, CREATOR OF RAB c NESBITT

Naturally funny, fizzing with energy THE LIST

The Scottish Falsetto Sock Puppet Theatre Do Shakespeare ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £12.00

The unparalleled pinnacle of comedy puppetry

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

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Earth’s funniest footwear return, fresh from the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe, with a brand new show of songs, sketches, socks and violence, taking on The Bard Of Avon himself. Howl at their Hamlet, roar at their Romeo & Juliet, and peer into their Coriolanus. Plus all the usual satirical nonsense from the Two Gentlesocks Of Verrucca.

One of the truly great comic inventions of our time

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TWENTY TEN COMEDY PRESENTS

The Comedy Touch ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 18 JUN 20.00

SEAT PRICE £8.00 ADVANCE / £10.00 ON THE DAY

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This is not a children’s show

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

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

Join some of the best upcoming UK comedians and escape the reality of Monday morning by diving headfirst into a pool of top class comedy talent. Hosted by Christopher Macarthur-Boyd and featuring Obie as well as Christopher KC and Rosco Mcclelland the Comedy Touch offers some much needed hilarity on a Sunday night.

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Stuart Mitchell – Dealt a Bad Hand ONETOUCH THEATRE THU 13 JUL 20.00 SEAT PRICE £12.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 12+

Stuart Mitchell brings his smash hit sell out Fringe debut to Eden Court. From tragic accidents and medical complications to losing both parents, this debut is a hilarious take on dealing with life’s misfortunes and coming out the other end unscathed.

WWW.STUARTMITCHELLCOMEDY.COM

There’s a real warmth and honesty running alongside the clever wordplay and sharp one-liners. Stuart has a wonderfully relaxed stage presence that hints of great things to come

Ocean Film Festival EMPIRE THEATRE SAT 16 SEP 19.30 SEAT PRICE £14.50 REDUCED RATES £ 12.50 SPECIAL OFFER GROUPS 6+ £12.50 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 12A

Calling all ocean lovers! The annual Ocean Film Festival returns with a brand new selection of the world’s most amazing ocean films, from both above and below the surface.

Brought to you by the team behind the Banff Film Festival UK Tour, this collection of short films celebrates divers, paddlers, surfers and oceanographers who live for the sea’s salt spray.

WWW.OCEANFILMFESTIVAL.CO.UK

THE HERALD

Conway is chaotic and electric  THE SKINNY ...a charm and energy you can’t learn  BROADWAY BABY ...it would make a sensational film  FEMALE ARTS

Eleanor Conway – Walk of Shame ONETOUCH THEATRE WED 30 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £12.00 REDUCED RATE £10.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 18+

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Comedian Eleanor Conway’s debut stand up show, Walk of Shame, premiered at last year’s Edinburgh Fringe to critical acclaim and now she’s heading here as part of her UK tour.

Eleanor has always been a woman of extremes - she partied around the world as a music journalist, ran off to Asia to work for the triads, made hardcore porn and Tinder’d her way through most of London.

Now sober from alcohol and substances she’s failing to find moderation and meaning. Walk of Shame is about sex, sobriety, Sambuca and the modern addict that lies within us all.

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

Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards – Try Hard EMPIRE THEATRE MON 19 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £16.50 REDUCED RATES £14.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

People’s sporting hero Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards takes us on journey through his incredible life story. Following winning the hearts of the nation at the 1988 Winter Olympics, Eddie endured extensive surgery to rebuild his face and body as he set out to break world-records in stunt jumping (10 cars & six buses) and speed-skiing (106.8mph).

Along the way he became bankrupt, gained a Law degree and became a most unlikely pop-star in Finland. His fascinating story promises to have you hooked but his plucky, positive attitude and down-to-earth persona are what really shines through.

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

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A phenomenal gag teller with an engaging stage persona HECKLERS COMEDY CLUB

John Williams ‘My Son’s Not Rainman’

EDEN COURT

EMPIRE THEATRE

SAT 27 MAY 10.00 – 16.00

FRI 02 JUN 19.30

FREE

SEAT PRICE £15.00 U18S / STUDENTS £13.00

Join us for another fabulous feast of flavours as you taste, try and sample your way around Eden Court. With over 50 different exhibitors to visit, this is a wonderful opportunity to fill your cupboards with high quality local produce. Also returning is the ever-popular Chefs Live Theatre with brilliant chefs demonstrating their talents live on stage for you.

GROUPS 6+ GET 7TH TICKET FREE EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 15+

John Williams is an award-winning stand up comedian and author.

In 2013 he created My Son’s Not Rainman, a blog and comedy show based on his life bringing up his twelve year old son who

has autism and cerebral palsy.

The show, widely recognised for its humour and poignancy, was a huge success at the Edinburgh Festival and has toured extensively. The accompanying blog (www. mysonsnotrainman/blog) has had over a million hits and is the basis for the bestselling book of the same name. John is appalling at writing about himself in the third person. He is brilliant at dance-offs.

Please note this event is a fundraiser for Friendly Access.

Further details can be found at www.friendlyaccess.org. support: Don Biswas

Brought to you by Scottish Provincial Press.

XpoNorth – Scotland’s Leading Creative Industries Festival ALL ROUND EDEN COURT WED 07 & THU 08 JUN ALL DAY FREE

Scotland’s premier creative industries conference and showcase festival, XpoNorth is back. Part conference, part networking opportunity and part showcase, it offers business advice and training as well as a chance for musicians, filmmakers,

designers and writers to get up close and personal with industry insiders such as Matteo Alessi of Italian design house, Alessi plus Sarah Bridge, music supervisor on multi-Oscar winning Stephen Hawking biopic, The Theory of Everything. There will be a cutting-edge Gaming and Technology Playground that will demonstrate how technical knowledge can be converted into practical uses for business plus the festival’s very own television station, XpoNorth Live! will bring the buzz of XpoNorth to anyone who can’t be there in person. On top of all this there will be a short film showcase in the cinema at Eden Court plus there will be music showcases in the evening in venues all across the city.

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Sunday Night at the Empire Theatre EMPIRE THEATRE

Creatively Directed & Choreographed by Roddy Austin & Jack Nixon

SUN 18 JUN 19.30

Kindly Supported by Mackenzie Investment Ltd.

SEAT PRICE £22.00 / £20.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Sunday Night at the Empire has everything you could want from a variety show. Featuring performances from UK theatre professionals plus the very best of local talent and well as interactive fun and games – expect an evening packed full of fun and celebration.

WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/MARIECURIE.ORG.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 64.

This is a non-profit show with all proceeds going to Marie Curie Highland - providing hands on nursing care and support to people living with a terminal illness

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SQA Higher Dance Show

Spectacular, Spectacular: Play On

JIM LOVE STUDIO

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SAT 06 MAY 19.30 SEAT PRICE £4.00

TUE 20 & WED 21 JUN 19.00

REDUCED RATES £3.00

SEAT PRICE £4.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

REDUCED RATES £3.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Eden Court CREATIVE teaches Higher dance throughout the year, and year on year our students achieve incredible pass rates. Don’t miss this excellent opportunity to see this year’s students strut their stuff!

Following on from last year’s hugely successful reinvention of our LAMDA Showcase, there are now two nights of creativity and performance to feast upon. On TUE 20 JUN be delighted by ‘Ernie’s Incredible Illucinations’ and an entertaining modern interpretation of Macbeth. On WED 21 JUN laugh along as students perform ‘All for Mairi’s Wedding’ and ‘Womberang’. Both evenings will close with certificate ceremonies.

Hairspray Jr ONETOUCH THEATRE

Summer Musical Theatre Mash-Up: International Exchange ONETOUCH THEATRE FRI 21 JUL 19.00

FRI 23 JUN 17.00 & 20.00

SEAT PRICE £4.00

SEAT PRICE £9.00

REDUCED RATE £3.00

REDUCED RATES £6.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

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Eden Court CREATIVE’s Musical Theatre class presents Hairspray JR: the family-friendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance and deliriously tuneful songs. You can’t stop the beat in this big and bold adaptation of the Tony Award-winning musical about one girl’s inspiring dream to dance and change the world.

Created by our very own students and the drama students of La Bottega D’Europa, all the way from Rome, this performance is jam-packed with songs and dance fresh from the West End.

Summer Youth Drama ONETOUCH THEATRE FRI 28 JUL 19.00 SEAT PRICE £4.00 REDUCED RATE £3.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Lamda Musical Theatre Showcase

Join the Summer Youth Drama students for an original piece of theatre devised during their week of acting classes.

ONETOUCH THEATRE TUE 27 JUN 19.00

Summer Youth Dance

SEAT PRICE £4.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE

REDUCED RATES £3.00

FRI 11 AUG 19.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

SEAT PRICE £4.00

A menu of musical classics from Blood Brothers to Matilda with a dash of Chicago and The Addams Family is presented by our LAMDA Musical Theatre students. You’re sure to be entertained in this year’s showcase of students’ exam pieces with a sprinkle of new additions. The evening will end with an awards ceremony.

REDUCED RATE £3.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

A performance of the fabulous work crafted during the youth dance week classes and choreography sessions with professional choreographer Tamsyn Russell.

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 64.

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Performers UK

WWW.PERFORMERSUK.COM

EMPIRE THEATRE SEAT PRICE 21.00

Annual Senior Showcase

U16S £15.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Annual Junior Showcase SUN 04 JUNE 15.30 The Performers UK Junior Showcase sees the talented 3 – 8 year old children from the Saturday school and the Junior Tricks and Tumbles groups take to the stage. Get ready for the most adorable afternoon of entertainment from the cutest performers in town.

SAT 03 JUNE 19.00 Hot on the heels of recent successes, Seussical the Musical JR & Fame JR, Performers UK’s annual senior showcase event features the talented 9 – 18 year olds from the Saturday school, the senior tricks and tumbles classes and the Junior and Senior Dance Crew.

Packed full of musical numbers, a great night of entertainment for all the family awaits.

Creative Showcase ONETOUCH THEATRE MON 12 JUN 18.00 SEAT PRICE £5.00 (WHICH CAN THEN BE EXCHANGED FOR A £5.00 VOUCHER AFTER THE SHOW)

Showcasing amazing work by all the creative sparks of all ages from across the Highlands who have been working with the Eden Court CREATIVE team this year. We’ll have guest speakers and interviews

TFX Performing Arts Academy EMPIRE THEATRE

Oh What a Night SAT 24 & SUN 25 JUN SAT 19.00 & SUN 17.00 SEAT PRICE £19.00 U18S £16.00 FAMILY £64.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

The fabulous students of TFX Performing Arts Academy are back on the stage and better than ever before!

With songs and dance performed live on stage by a multi-talented cast, this sensational showcase will be a night to remember.

Come along and experience the exhilaration with back-to-back excerpts from your favourite musicals.

Mòd Ionadail Inbhir Nis 2017 / Inverness Provincial Mod 2017

Inspiring and visually stunning Oh What a Night!

FRI 16 & SAT 17 JUN FROM 09.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

The biggest little Stars in town are back and they have a BIG story to tell!

Join us on an epic journey through the pages of our book and find out how we are MAKING A SPLASH!

FAMILY TICKET (MAX 4 PEOPLE) £44.00

Come along and discover more about the work of Eden Court CREATIVE and how you can get involved.

ALL ROUND EDEN COURT

SEAT PRICE £6.00

PROGRAMME £3.00 EACH

The Dinkies and Minis of TFX Performing Arts Academy are the most irresistible cast you’ll find and they have found out about a magical mystery at the bottom of the sea.

SEAT PRICE £12.00

All organised and compered by our young CREATIVE Ambassadors.

TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE FROM EDEN COURT BOX OFFICE AND ALL TICKETS WILL BE SUBJECT TO A £0.50 BOOKING FEE

Making a Splash SUN 25 JUN 14.00

with participants and experts examining the ways creativity can benefit our society. Plus, there will be live dance performances, theatrical excerpts and film screenings.

TFXPERFORMINGARTSACADEMY.COM

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

Annlan Gàidhlig, is seinneadairean, luchd-aithris agus luchd-seanchais a’ strì airson nam prìomh dhuaisean.

Enjoy Gaelic song, recitation and story-telling as performers vie for top placings.

Farpaisean òigridh Dihaoine agus inbhich Disathairne.

Junior competitions on Friday with Adult competitions on Saturday

in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

Cèilidh is Dannsa (Cèilidh and Dance) Hear competition winners and dance to the music of the Marloch Cèilidh Band The British Legion, Huntly Street, Inverness.

SAT 17 JUN– 20.00 Tickets £7.00 (tickets available at the door)

Fred Morrison ONETOUCH THEATRE SAT 13 MAY 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00

Skipinnish

REDUCED RATES £12.00

EMPIRE THEATRE

SPECIAL OFFER U18S £8.00

FRI 19 MAY 20.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

SOLD OUT Check our FB and Twitter near the show date for any returns

Scottish piper Fred Morrison is justly famed for his passionately expressive style, rooted in the Gaelic traditions of his father’s native South Uist, and enriched by influences from far and wide, which has seen him dubbed “the Jimi Hendrix of the pipes”.

Equally accomplished on the great Highland bagpipes, Scottish smallpipes, whistles and the Irish uilleann pipes, he has featured in the seminal Scottish bands Clan Alba and Capercaillie, and is also a record-breaking champion on the competitive piping circuit.

Aly Bain & Phil Cunningham EMPIRE THEATRE SUN 27 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £21.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Now embarking on their 31st year of working together, Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music. Mike Russell has described them as probably the best traditional musicians you are ever likely to hear and we think he’s absolutely right!

WWW.FREDMORRISON.COM

Rachel Newton Band

WWW.PHILANDALY.COM

ONETOUCH THEATRE SAT 03 JUNE 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00

The Kilkennys

REDUCED RATES £12.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 13 AUG 20.00

2017 BBC Radio 2 Folk Award Musician of the Year nominee and 2016 Scots Trad Music Awards Instrumentalist of the Year, Rachel Newton specialises in interpreting traditional folk songs in both English and Gaelic as well as writing and arranging her own music. Singer and harpist Rachel performs with Lauren MacColl on fiddle, Mattie Foulds on percussion, Michael Owers on trombone and Sarah Hayes on keys.

SEAT PRICE £16.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Brilliant traditional Irish folk and ballad band, The Kilkennys are back! Known for their dynamic arrangements, energetic performances and charisma, this four piece pick up the mantle left by acts such as The Dubliners and The Clancy Brothers. In recent years they’ve shared the stage with Shane McGowan, Sharron Shannon and Finbar Furey among others. Live music at its very best!

RACHELNEWTONMUSIC.COM

WWW.THEKILKENNYS.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 64.

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Fèis Rois Ceilidh Trail Finale Concert ONETOUCH THEATRE SAT 12 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £12.00 REDUCED RATES £10.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Enjoy a fantastic night of lively reels, jigs and beautifully crafted Gaelic and Scots songs with 15 of Scotland’s finest young traditional musicians. Fresh from their tour of Scotland performing at Stirling Castle, Culloden Battlefield, The Kelpies, the Black Isle Show and more, this finale concert is a fantastic celebration of these talented you musicians.

WWW.FEISROIS.ORG

Dàimh ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 11 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £14.00 REDUCED RATES £12.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

With a reputation as giants of the bagpipes and fiddle, Angus MacKenzie and Gabe McVarish remain the lead instrumental force in this Gaelic super group with Ross Martin underpinning the groove on the guitar. Murdo “Yogi” Cameron on mandola and accordion completes the instrumental line up with rising star Ellen Macdonald on vocals. Having been formed at the turn of the century, this talented band have entertained audiences all over the world and we’re delighted to welcome them back here to Eden Court once again.

WWW.DAIMH.NET

This is a great Gaelic band and definitely worthy of the title Gaelic Super Group

The Northern Meeting Piping Competitions ALL AROUND EDEN COURT 31 AUG – 01 SEP SEAT PRICE THU £15.00 THU EVE £7.50 FRI £12.50

First held in 1841, the Piping Competition has become the most prestigious in the world. A win at the Northern Meeting is the top prize in solo piping and thirty of the hundred competitors are from overseas.

Competition is intense. Winners of the top prizes come back year after year, while aspiring players strive to gain their first trophy.

WWW.PIPING.NORTHERN-MEETING.ORG

TWO DAY TICKET £25.00 JUNIOR COMPETITION £10.00 (ONE ADULT FREE WITH EACH COMPETITOR) U18s FREE FOR ALL EVENTS

BRIGHT YOUNG FOLK

The Secret North ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 25 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £12.00 REDUCED RATES £10.00

THU 31 AUG FROM 08.30

GOLD MEDAL

FROM 09.00

SILVER MEDAL

FROM 09.00

‘A’ MARCH STRATHSPEY AND REEL

FROM 18.00

FORMER WINNERS MARCH STRATHSPEY AND REEL

FRI 01 SEP FROM 08.30

GOLD CLASP

FROM 09.00

U15 & U18 PIOBAIREACHD

FROM 10.00

HORNPIPE AND JIG / AMATEUR CLASP / “B” MARCH STRATHSPEY AND JIG

FROM 11.00

‘B’ HORNPIPE AND REEL

FROM 14.00

U15 & U18 MARCH STRATHSPEY AND REEL

FROM 17.00

PRIZEGIVING FOR SENIORS AND JUNIORS

U18S £6.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

The Secret North brings together six world-class musicians from Scotland, Ireland and Scandinavia in a cross-cultural celebration of new music that bridges the divide between folk and classical, the traditional and the avant-garde by combining ancient instruments with new composition. The result is a concert of ear-opening new music, grounded in tradition, but shot through with the adrenaline of contemporary influences. This is music that is both ancient and utterly new.

FEATURING Ailie Robertson – Harp / Ale Carr – Cittern / Donald Grant – Fiddle / Kieran Munnelly – Flute, Whistle, Bodhran / Niall Vallely – Concertina / Nikolaj Busk – Piano

WWW.THESECRETNORTH.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 64.

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Hawco Volkswagen.

Serving the North of Scotland for over 60 years.

Serving the North of Scotland for over 60 years.

Serving the North of Scotland for over 60 years.

Auld Hat New Heids ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 06 AUG 19.30

SEAT PRICE £14.00 Unbeatable Unbeatable offers on new offers and used on Volkswagen new and models.used Volkswagen models.

REDUCED RATES £12.00

Devised by Fraser Bruce, this brilliant show is based on popular, well-known songs which were being sung around the Scottish folk music scene in the late 1950s, 1960s and 1970s. With a simple lighthearted script, many ad libs, and video projection, this revival of the revival rekindles the songs and atmosphere of the folk clubs of yesteryear when Scottish Folk Music was at its peak.

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Unbeatable offers on new and used Volkswagen models.

Visit our website at www.hawcogroup.co.uk to discover how a new or used Volkswagen from Hawco is now more affordable than ever.

When 2Cultures Come 2Gether

(Schiehallion & The Luke Jackson Trio ) ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 23 JUL 16.00 SEAT PRICE £13.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

WWW.SCHIEHALLION.INFO WWW.LUKEPAULJACKSON.COM

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

Stars of the Scottish and English folk scenes respectively, Schiehallion and The Luke Jackson Trio have been aware of each other for a number of years via the live music and festival scene but these two extraordinary bands have never shared a stage or billing, well until now...

This one off event will not only showcase two distinct music cultures but also two breath-taking vocalists – we can’t wait!

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Christian Garrick and the Budapest Cafe Orchestra

Tina May and Brian Kellock Celebrate Ella and Oscar

ONETOUCH THEATRE THU 07 SEP 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £15.00

SUN 14 MAY 20.00

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

SEAT PRICE £16.00

Led by jazz violin superstar Christian Garrick, The Budapest Café Orchestra play an atmospheric mix of traditional folk and gypsy flavoured music from across the Balkans and Russia.

REDUCED RATES £14.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Ella Fitzgerald was the greatest jazz singer of all and to celebrate her centenary the UK’s leading jazz vocalist Tina May and her world class accompanist, pianist Brian Kellock revisit the classic meeting between Ella and piano giant Oscar Peterson.

Evoking vivid images of Tzigane fiddle maestros, Budapest café life and gypsy campfires, the evening features Klezmer, Romanian Doinas, Hungarian Czadas and beautiful ballads, such as the theme to Schindler’s List and Andy Statman’s beautiful Flatbush Walt.

May has sung with a kaleidoscope of talents including Nat Adderley, Joe Henderson, Ray Bryant and Kenny Clarke while Kellock is the creative master sought out by Stanley Turrentine, Scott Hamilton, Sheila Jordan and Carol Kidd. Prepare yourself for an evening of supreme musicianship as two hugely talented onstage personalities combine in an evening of musical magic.

WWW.BUDAPESTCAFEORCHESTRA.CO.UK

EDEN COURT CAFÉ BAR & RESTAURANT

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OPEN 10.00 – 23.00 PHONE 01463 732 688 FOR RESERVATIONS. Whether you're looking for delicious coffee and cake, a quick snack before a show, an intimate dinner for two, or a big table for your work night out – Eden Court Cafe Bar and Restaurant is the perfect place. Enjoy a warm, friendly welcome and a combination of contemporary and classic dishes using the very best local and seasonal produce.

Our buzzing cafe bar and restaurant has all you need for a great night out – a fabulous meal before a show or lm and a post show drink in the cafe bar. Our new Eden Court Late Sessions offer a series of live music sessions including jazz and traditional in the cafe bar.

The Dime Notes ONETOUCH THEATRE THU 15 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £15.00 REDUCED RATES £13.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

A welcome return to The Dime Notes who dig back into the blues-drenched sounds of clarinet-driven 1920’s New Orleans jazz, unearthing a repertoire of stomps, blues and forgotten gems from the likes of Jelly Roll Morton, Johnny Dodds, and Red Nichols. in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

Fronted by Chris Barber’s long-time clarinettist David Horniblow, alongside pianist Andrew Oliver, rhythm guitarist Dave Kelbie and bassist Tom Wheatley, this is a fresh take on a timeless style with grooves and sultry melodies that made early jazz revolutionary, controversial and wildly popular.

THEDIMENOTES.COM

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Tildon Krautz ONETOUCH THEATRE

Raintown

SAT 10 JUN 20.00

ONETOUCH THEATRE

SEAT PRICE £12.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

FRI 05 MAY 19.30

Tildon Krautz: Anti-rational Rabbit Folk

SEAT PRICE £13.00 IN ADVANCE / £15.00 ON THE DAY

Husband and wife team Gregg Weiss and Gabi Swiatkowska lead the French quartet Tildon Krautz. With NYC anti-folk roots and postpunk string-band sound they create music that borders on roots and folk, dipping into some jazz and blues. Fun songs with intelligent lyrics comparable to contemporaries Danny Schmidt, Devon Sproule and the Rail Splitters, this show is full of light hearted joy.

EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

ONETOUCH THEATRE

Raintown deliver a startling take on UK contemporary country that’s both firmly rooted and unashamedly forward thinking.

With a set list that includes the award winning Nineteen Again, the sing-a-long ear candy, If this was a Love Song, the tragic heartbreaker, Forever Isn’t Long Enough and the foot stomping anthem Shut the Front Door, this promises to be a fantastic evening of live music!

WED 10 MAY 20.00

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SEAT PRICE £11.00

RAINTOWNMUSIC

WWW.TILDONKRAUTZ.COM

Delightful songs full of crazy, poetic lyrics, dazzling playing and gorgeous vocals.

BOB BUTLER, DIRECTOR, GRAPEVINE MUSIC AGENCY, UK

Luke Sital Singh EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

London-born singer-songwriter Luke Sital-Singh has been compared to Bon Iver, Jeff Buckley and Damian Rice among others. On tour with his second album, Time is a Riddle, which is officially released a couple of days after his Eden Court performance, you’ll be among the first in the country to get to hear these new tracks and what better way to do that than hear them live!

Music is Torture ONETOUCH THEATRE

WWW.LUKESITALSINGH.COM

THU 01 JUN 20.00 SEAT PRICE £15.00 REDUCED RATES £13.00 U26 / STUDENT £8.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES 14+

Jake owns a recording studio. He’s been recording the same album with the same band for the past fifteen years. Everyone else gets the breaks. But Jake still has a ticket in the music industry lottery and unbeknown to him a potential windfall could be heading his way. He might just have to make a few... compromises.

Roddy Hart And The Lonesome Fire ONETOUCH THEATRE FRI 09 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £12.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

The past five years or so have been good to RHLF – they played a 5 night residency on The Late Late Show for CBS in the USA to a combined audience of over 12 million viewers as well as performances

Inspired by the research of musicologist and human rights campaigner Professor Morag J. Grant into the use of music as a means of torture in political conflict. Music Is Torture is a jet-black comedy set in Limbo Recording Studios, featuring live music and new songs from A Band Called Quinn.

at the opening party for the Commonwealth Games and with the RSNO at Paisley Abbey. The huge popularity of their Roaming Roots Revue for Celtic Connections has seen them play with everyone from Kris Kristofferson to the Low Anthem, Matthew E. White to Beth Orton and beyond.

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We’re thrilled to bring them here to Eden Court’s OneTouch theatre.

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ONETOUCH THEATRE WED 23 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £11.00

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Hailing from Glasgow’s vibrant sessions scene, Eddie Seaman (Barluath) and Luc McNally (Dosca) combine English Folk Songs with the Highland Bagpipes and play a selection of upbeat tunes and soulful ballads.

SEAT PRICE ONE CONCERT £15.00 / TWO CONCERTS £26.00 / THREE CONCERTS £35.00 OPEN MIC SAT 01 JUL 12.00 – 14.00 FREE BUT TICKETED

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Now in its 3rd year, our dynamic and exciting collaboration with local music promoter Steve Robertson continues.

Charlie Grey & Joseph Peach

Following the same format as in previous years, we’ll have 3 gigs plus an open mic session where, if you impress the judges, you could find yourself opening for the headlining performer on the Saturday night.

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Confirmed so far is the immensely talented Boo Hewerdine on Saturday night with support from local band Dr Wook. Martin Stephenson plus support from previous performer Findlay Napier play on Friday and singer-songwriter Yola Carter join us on Thursday.

WED 05 JUL 19.30 SEAT PRICE £10.00 REDUCED RATES £8.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Since the release of their debut album in September last year, fiddle/piano duo Charlie Grey and Joseph Peach have been enjoying great success including being album finalists in the 2017 BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award. This summer two special guests, Ryan Young on fiddle and Owen Sinclair on guitar and vocals join them. The subtlety and detail in the way that Charlie and Ryan play fiddle together and the space that Joe and Owen create in their backing to allow this to shine through will cast their music in a whole new light.

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Calum Alex Macmillan ONETOUCH THEATRE SAT 06 MAY 19.30 SEAT PRICE £12.00 REDUCED RATES £10.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

With his second solo album Till, the talented Isle of Lewis native and ex-Dàimh vocalist Calum Alex Macmillan retraces his deepest traditional roots while also embracing the present. Featuring traditional and contemporary songs from his native Lewis alongside some newly self-penned pipe music, Calum Alex will perform tracks from this highly anticipated new album as part of his live set.

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Singer/songwriter Lizanne Knott has that innate ability to capture in her writing those little snapshots of life with vivid imagery and understated music.

Her new CD, Excellent Day (released in April 2016) is getting terrific reviews both in the USA and in the UK - Maverick magazine gave it 5-stars, a rare accolade from that bible of the genre.

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Absolutely gorgeous music. We’ve rarely had as big a reaction to any artist in recent years as the one we had for Lizanne Knott BOB HARRIS: BBC RADIO 2 in person at box office. For detailed booking fee info please see page 64.

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Eduardo Niebla in Concert ONETOUCH THEATRE SUN 30 JUL 19.30 SEAT PRICE £15.00 UNDER 18s & STUDENTS £11.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Eden Court Lates is a new series of late night live music sessions, in the Eden Court Cafe Bar, where you can carry on your night while enjoying a postshow drink or two. In the same spirit there will be occasional live lunchtime music at the weekends – a great way to spend an afternoon.

Accompanied by Matthew Robinson (guitar) If you didn’t catch the stunning guitar playing of Eduardo Niebla the last time he played at Eden Court you’re in for a treat - something quite extraordinary is in store. Known for his work worldwide, the virtuoso Spanish guitarist makes music that transcends genres and crosses barriers brilliant flamenco jazz fused with Eastern influences, bursting with passion and verve.

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Don’t Shoot Me, I’m Still Only The Piano Player

Toby Michaels Rolling Damned: One More Time!

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Dubbed the funniest pianist in the world. David Scheel’s Don’t Shoot Me, I’m Only the Piano Player has delighted audiences all over the world.

Between 2011 and 2015 local rock band Toby Michaels Rolling Damned toured the country at venues such as King Tuts and have entertained at festivals including Belladrum Rockness & JocktoberFest. Join us for Toby Michaels Rolling Damned: One More Time – a new show that mixes theatre, comedy and rock whilst telling the story of the band reforming One More Time! Grab your ticket and get ready to rock!

With hilarious send-ups of classical music and wonderfully accurate tributes to the likes of Victor Borge and Peter Cook, you’re guaranteed to laugh your head off while simultaneously enjoying the talents of an internationally acclaimed concert pianist. Sounds perfect!

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Dean Friedman’s chart-topping hit, Lucky Stars paved the way for a slew of hits from his critically acclaimed album, “Well, Well” Said the Rocking Chair, including familiar tracks, Lydia, Rocking Chair, Woman of Mine, McDonald’s Girl and Ariel. In a very short time, Friedman had achieved legendary, popicon status and was acknowledged, by critics and fans alike, as one of the finest singer/songwriters of his generation. Join him for an evening of powerful, poignant and hilarious songs about the ordinary and extraordinary lives we share.

This series of large scale ink drawings explore letting life be exactly as it is and is meant to be. They look to accepting and celebrating the profoundly simple in each moment.

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Oil Paintings by Mathew Jones

WWW.DEANFRIEDMAN.COM These abstract paintings employ natural forms and hints of landscape but seek to pose questions about mankind’s relationship with nature and environment’.

Pop troubadour of choice!

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Scotch Mist

by Lee Bissett An interpretation of highland landscapes, from mountains to the coast.

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Inverness Comic Con 2017

Shakin’ Stevens: Echoes Of Our Times Tour EMPIRE THEATRE

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Creative Cairngorms Members Exhibition 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 our members’ recent work.

Let’s Twist Again EMPIRE THEATRE

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Cleeks, Blocks and Kicks

by Neil G Paterson Neil G Paterson is one of shinty’s foremost action photographers with his work appearing regularly in national and local media. The images are from the 8 seasons Neil has been covering the sport.

THU 22 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £23.00 REDUCED RATE £21.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

A full company of critically acclaimed artistes and musicians deliver a show that combines great music, fun and laughter with the greatest hits of ELVIS, DUSTY, LULU, THE BEATLES, SANDIE SHAW, THE DRIFTERS, FRANKIE VALLI, CILLA and more, Starring West End darling, Suzi Madin, alongside some of the best vocalists in the business.

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Emotions by Emma Grady

Enthralled the entire audience who were all on their feet!

The exhibition expresses themes of different human emotions and personality using a range of printmaking techniques based on original drawings or photography.

LINCOLN CITY RADIO 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 64.

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Paintings of the Far North

by Sila Collins-Walden Wetlands and boglands, such as the Flow Country of Caithness, the largest blanket bog in Europe provide inspiration for these paintings.

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Legends of American Country EMPIRE THEATRE WED 07 JUNE 19.30 SEAT PRICE £19.50

Nathan Carter and His Band: The Wanna Dance Tour Plus Support

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Following a sell out UK tour in 2016 Legends of American Country returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics.

The 2017 tour will showcase highly acclaimed tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Merle Haggard and Alan Jackson plus four brand new tributes to icons, George Jones, Kenny Rogers, Patsy Cline and Don Williams in this must see extravaganza. Featuring the fantastic Rod McAuley, Joe Moore and Tracey McAuley all backed by the superb Keltic Storm band and coupled with an authentic stage set that gives the real Nashville feel. One thing’s for sure if you like Country music this is the only show in town!

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Nathan Carter is one of the biggest names on the Irish music scene and is fast becoming a household across the UK with his magnificent performances that include hit song ‘Wagon Wheel’. He and his six man band perform variety of country, Irish, pop and ballads - music for everyone. Nathan’s other talent is the accordion so expect to join in a hand clapping, foot tapping hooley while he provides a superbly entertaining show that will make you want to see him again and again.

WWW.NATHANCARTERMUSIC.COM

EMPIRE THEATRE WED 24 MAY 19.30 SEAT PRICE £21.50 REDUCED RATES £19.50 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

One of Ireland’s best loved and most respected performers, Jimmy possesses a very rare talent, not only as a phenomenal singer but also as a hilarious mimic of other major stars. Jimmy’s show features a wide variety of material including country, big ballads and tribute medleys to the greats of country music, Hank Williams and Charlie Pride. Along with his magnificent band Jimmy looks forward to an evening of entertaining while meeting friends old & new.

Mike Denver

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REDUCED RATES £20.00

EMPIRE THEATRE FRI 08 SEP & SAT 09 SEP 19.30 SEAT PRICE £25.00

The ever-popular Mike Denver returns to Eden Court having been voted Entertainer of the year and Album of the year at the ICMA awards 2016. Mike will delight the audience with a set list full of his classic hits including, The Galway Boy, Tommy Kay and the beautiful Morning Sun and Memories. With his brilliant fiveman band and special guests Ray Lynam and Philomena Bagley, Mike’s superb show of country, Irish and popular music will keep your hands clapping and feet tapping all night long.

Mary Duff EMPIRE THEATRE SUN 09 JUL 19.30 SEAT PRICE £23.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Having just completed a very successful UK duet tour with Eden Court favourite Dominic Kirwin, the talented Irish singer Mary Duff is embarking on a worldwide tour in 2017 that will see her delight fans in New Zealand, Sri-Lanka, America, Switzerland and even Inverness!

Mary’s live TV appearance in front of a massive 60 million American viewers resulted in a number 2 on the Billboard World Music Charts and her album, The Ultimate Collection - featuring 40 of Mary’s’ best loved songs, was also her first ever British chart hit! For one night only – don’t miss this wonderful evening of song.

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Jive Talkin’ Perform The Bee Gees

Bowie Experience EMPIRE THEATRE THU 25 MAY 19.30 SEAT PRICE £24.00 GROUPS 10+ BUY 10, GET 11TH TICKET FREE EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

A spectacular concert featuring all of David Bowie’s hits - celebrating the music of the world’s greatest pop icon.

A must-see for all Bowie fans and those Absolute Beginners out there too, Bowie Experience is the most authentic tribute to the thin white duke and continues to amaze audiences with astounding attention to detail. Featuring Space Oddity, Starman, Fashion, Life on Mars, China Girl, Rebel Rebel, Golden Years, Modern Love, All the Young Dudes, Lets Dance, Heroes, Absolute Beginners and more.

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EMPIRE THEATRE SAT 10 JUN 19.30 SEAT PRICE £20.00 REDUCED RATES £18.00 GROUP 10+ 10 TICKETS FOR THE PRICE OF 9 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Utterly, utterly brilliant.

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Mercury – The Ultimate Queen Tribute EMPIRE THEATRE

performances of the most popular Queen hits such as Bohemian Rhapsody, Radio Ga Ga, We Are The Champions, We Will Rock You and many more.

A must for Queen fans!

THU 06 JUL 20.00 SEAT PRICE £20.50 REDUCED RATES £19.50 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

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Winners of the National Tribute Awards, Mercury have firmly established themselves as one of the world’s most authentic tributes to Queen. The show includes fantastic and authentic

Freddie was an original. He and Queen were the best. But now, in this new century, Joseph, Glenn & Mercury are the best thing.

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Hells Bells – AC/DC Tribute

Taking the country by storm...this timeless repertoire of the Bee Gees is brought to life with a charismatic ensemble and fronted by real-life family members Darren, Gary and Jack Simmons making for an unrivalled vocal harmony blend. The stunning stage production will take you on an emotional journey from 60’s classics such as Massachusetts and Words, to the 70’s Disco classics such as Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive and Tragedy.

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Rhinestone Cowboy EMPIRE THEATRE FRI 18 AUG 20.00 SEAT PRICE £27.50 REDUCED RATES £22.50 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

An incredible celebration of the Grammy award winning music legend and TV star Glen Campbell. This brilliant new show includes hit songs such as Witchita Lineman, Galvaston, By the time I get to Phoenix, MacArthur Park, Rhinestone Cowboy, Islands in the stream, Jolene, Ode to Billy Jo, Forever in blue jeans the Gambler plus many more that were performed by artists that appeared on Glen’s TV show The Glen Campbell good time half hour.

The Blues Brothers The Smash Hit (Approved)

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Perhaps the most well known and professional AC/ DC tribute band in the UK, Hells Bells have toured for almost 20 years. The band play material from both the Bon Scott and Brian Johnson eras, covering four decades of classic no-nonsense, foot stomping rock n roll! From the blistering scream of the vocals, the duck-walks, the pounding rhythm and bass and the frenzied schoolboy antics to the booming cannons and pyrotechnics at the finale.

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One we have seen and recommend CLASSIC ROCK MAGAZINE

Probably the greatest tribute to AC/DC in the universe GWR FM

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Direct from a residency in Chicago and a national tour of the USA and featuring original members from the many West End runs, this show is armed with a new set, new twists, new moves, new songs and freshly laundered suits! The Boys are joined by the fabulous Bluettes, three sassy ladies with attitude and voices to knock you off your perch and an incredible Blues Brothers band, who are the best of the best.

All your favourite songs are here - Everybody, Gimme Some Lovin’, Think, Shake a Tailfeather, Sweet Home Chicago, plus loads more.

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Oh! Carol – The Musical Story of Neil Sedaka and Howard Greenfield

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Macca: The Concert.

Celebrating The Music Of Paul Mccartney EMPIRE THEATRE

SUN 10 SEP 19.30 SEAT PRICE £22.50

TUE 12 & WED 13 SEP 20.00

GROUPS 10+ £21.00

SEAT PRICE £26.00

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From their humble beginnings in Brooklyn to the dizzying heights of their success in the 50s and 60s the song writing genius of Neil Sedaka and ‘Howie’ Howard Greenfield will go down in musical history as one of the most successful partnerships of all time. This incredible show is packed full of hits such as Calendar Girl, Happy Birthday Sweet Sixteen, Breaking Up Is Hard To Do, [Is This The Way To] Amarillo, Stupid Cupid and of course Oh! Carol.

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Starring West End leading man Emanuele Angeletti (Let It Be) as Paul McCartney, this is a brand new celebration of the music of a living legend! Starring acclaimed West End performers and using state of the art visual media projection throughout, this brilliant show celebrates McCartney’s entire solo career from 1970 -2016 including all his best loved hits, the acclaimed Wings over the World 1975/76 Concert Tour and a selection of Beatles favourites.

With a good luck message from Mr Sedaka himself, this talented cast and their phenomenal band of west end musicians take to the stage to bring you a show dedicated to celebrating these two giants of the song writing world.

WWW.MACCATHEPAULMCCARTNEYSTORY.COM

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Whitney: Queen of the Night EMPIRE THEATRE SAT 02 & SUN 03 SEP 19.30 SEAT PRICE £24.00 REDUCED RATES £22.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

A stunning celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of our time, this award winning production features rising West End star Rebecca Freckleton delivering a powerhouse performance as Whitney. Come on a magical rollercoaster ride through three decades of classic hit’s that include, I Wanna Dance With Somebody, One Moment In Time, I’m Every Woman, Greatest Love of All, My Love is Your Love, So Emotional Baby, Run to You, I will Always Love You and many more. Get ready for the Queen of the Night.

Peace Train – The Cat Stevens Story EMPIRE THEATRE WED 30 AUG 19.30 SEAT PRICE £22.50 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

Back in the 70s Cat Stevens was the ultimate rock star but he wanted more out of life and at the height of his career he shocked the world by taking his last bow. The music stopped and Cat Stevens was no

A night of music and story-telling, Peace Train is a journey back in time, recreating the sights and sounds, seeking out the man in the music and telling the story behind the songs.

Peace Train, the Cat Stevens Story has audiences on their feet, cheering for more at every stop!

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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.

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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.

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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 Café (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.

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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.

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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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63 MAY MON 01 MAY – SAT 06 MAY VARIOUS THE WOMAN IN BLACK page 12

TUE 02 19.30 DON’T SHOOT ME, I’M STILL ONLY THE PIANO PLAYER page 50 WED 03 19.30 HESS page 16 FRI 05 19.30 RAINTOWN page 47 SAT 06 19.30 SQA HIGHER DANCE SHOW page 35 SAT 06 19.30 CALUM ALEX MACMILLAN page 48

MON 08 – SAT 13 MAY VARIOUS DIRTY DANCING page 2

WED 10 20.00 LUKE SITAL SINGH page 46 THU 11 20.00 DESCENT page 16 FRI 12 20.00 BILLY KIRKWOOD page 29 SAT 13 20.00 FRED MORRISON page 39 SUN 14 20.00 TINA MAY AND BRIAN KELLOCK CELEBRATE ELLA AND OSCAR page 45 TUE 16 20.00 OUT OF THIS WORLD BY MARK MURPHY’S VTOL page 09 WED 17 20.00 OUT OF THIS WORLD BY MARK MURPHY’S VTOL page 09

WED 17 - SUN 21 VARIOUS MOBILE page 20

THU 18 19.30 THE ALL-STAR STAND-UP TOUR 2017 page 26 THU 18 20.00 DAPHNE ORAM’S WONDERFUL WORLD OF SOUND page 19 FRI 19 20.00 SKIPINNISH page 38 FRI 19 19.30 LIZANNE KNOTT page 49

SAT 20 20.00 REMEMBERING FRED WITH ALJAZ & JANETTE page 08 SUN 21 12.00 & 15.00 NIGHT LIGHT page 25 MON 22 10.30 & 13.30 NIGHT LIGHT page 25 TUE 23 20.00 SHAKIN’ STEVENS: ECHOES OF OUR TIMES TOUR page 52 WED 24 19.30 JIMMY BUCKLEY page 54 WED 24 20.00 SORRY! NO COLOUREDS, NO IRISH, NO DOGS page 19 THU 25 19.30 BOWIE EXPERIENCE page 56 FRI 26 13.30 THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA page 24 SAT 27 11.00 & 14.00 THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA page 24 SAT 27 10.00 - 16.00 HIGHLAND AND MORAY FOOD AND DRINK FESTIVAL page 32 SUN 28 11.00 & 14.00 THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA page 24 SUN 28 19.30 THE TOMMY COOPER SHOW page 18 MON 29 20.00 STRICTLY MURDER page 15 TUE 30 20.00 STRICTLY MURDER page15 WED 31 20.00 A FUNNY VALENTINE page 17 WED 31 20.00 STRICTLY MURDER page 15

JUNE THU 01 20.00 MUSIC IS TORTURE page 47 FRI 02 19.30 JOHN WILLIAMS ‘MY SON’S NOT RAINMAN’ page 33 FRI 02 20.00 THE SCOTTISH FALSETTO SOCK PUPPET THEATRE DO SHAKESPEARE page 28 SAT 03 19.00 PERFORMERS UK - ANNUAL SENIOR SHOWCASE page 36 SAT 03 20.00 RACHEL NEWTON page 39 SUN 04 15.30 PERFORMERS UK - ANNUAL JUNIOR SHOWCASE page 36 SUN 04 13.30 & 15.30 SHARK IN THE PARK page 23 MON 05 10.30 SHARK IN THE PARK page 23 TUE 06 19.30 SCOTTISH ENSEMBLE EASTERN EUROPE EXPRESS page 11 WED 07 FROM 09.00 XPO NORTH page 32 WED 07 19.30 LEGENDS OF AMERICAN COUNTRY page 54 THU 08 FROM 09.00 XPO NORTH page 32 FRI 09 20.00 ELAINE C SMITH’S “BURDZ EYE VIEW” page 28

FRI 09 19.30 RODDY HART & THE LONESOME FIRE page 46 SAT 10 19.30 JIVE TALKIN’ PERFORM THE BEE GEES page 57 SAT 10 20.00 TILDON KRAUTZ page 46 SUN 11 19.30 THE STORY OF PRIDE & PREJUDICE page 17 SUN 11 20.00 DÀIMH page 41 MON 12 18.00 CREATIVE SHOWCASE page 37 TUE 13 19.15 LA BOHEME page 10 TUE 13 20.00 JEREMY HARDY page 26 WED 14 18.00 LA BOHEME ‘UNWRAPPED’ page 10 WED 14 11.30 & 14.00 MAMABABAME page 25 THU 15 19.15 LA BOHEME page 10 THU 15 20.00 THE DIME NOTES page 45 FRI 16 & SAT 17 VARIOUS INVERNESS PROVINCIAL MOD (COMPETITIONS) page 37 SAT 17 19.15 LA BOHEME page 10 SUN 18 19.30 SUNDAY NIGHT AT THE EMPIRE page 33 SUN 18 20.00 COMEDY TOUCH page 29 MON 19 19.30 EDDIE ‘THE EAGLE’ EDWARDS TRY HARD page 31 TUE 20 & WED 21 19.00 SPECTACULAR, SPECTACULAR! page 34 THU 22 19.30 LET’S TWIST AGAIN page 52 FRI 23 17.00 & 20.00 HAIRSPRAY JNR page 34 SAT 24 19.00 & SUN 25 17.00 TFX - OH WHAT A NIGHT page 36 SUN 25 14.00 TFX - MAKING A SPLASH page 36 SUN 25 20.00 THE SECRET NORTH page 41 TUE 27 19.00 LAMDA MUSICAL THEATRE SHOWCASE page 34

TUE 27 JUN - SAT 01 JUL VARIOUS THE WEDDING SINGER page 03

WED 28 19.30 LIMMY - THAT’S YOUR LOT page 27 THU 29 19.30 BETWEEN THE LINES - YOLA CARTER page 49

FRI 30 12.00 (TIME TBC) BETWEEN THE LINES - WORKSHOP WITH MARTIN STEPHENSON page 49 FRI 30 19.30 BETWEEN THE LINES MARTIN STEPHENSON page 49

JULY SAT 01 12.00 (TIME TBC) BETWEEN THE LINES OPEN MIC page 49 SAT 01 19.30 BETWEEN THE LINES BOO HEWERDINE page 49 WED 05 19.30 CHARLIE GREY & JOE PEACH page 48 THU 06 20.00 MERCURY - THE ULTIMATE QUEEN TRIBUTE page 56 Sun 09 19.30 MARY DUFF page 54

TUE 11 - SUN 16 VARIOUS THE RAILWAY CHILDREN page 13 THU 13 20.00 STUART MITCHELL page 30 MON 17 - SAT 22 VARIOUS AGATHA CHRISTIE’S A MURDER IS ANNOUNCED page 14

AUGUST FRI 04 20.00 DEAN FRIEDMAN page 52 SUN 06 19.30 AULD HAT, NEW HEIDS page 43 MON 07 19.30 RHYTHM OF THE DANCE page 08 TUE 08 & WED 09 20.00 JOHN BISHOP ‘WINGING IT’ WORK IN PROGRESS 2017 page 27 THU 10 - SUN 13 NICOLE & MARTIN page 21 FRI 11 19.00 CREATIVE SUMMER YOUTH DANCE WEEK PERFORMANCE page 35 SAT 12 20.00 FÈIS ROIS CEILIDH TRAIL FINALE CONCERT page 40 SUN 13 20.00 THE KILKENNYS page 38 THU 17 CLOSED FRI 18 20.00 RHINESTONE COWBOY page 57 SAT 19 20.00 THE BLUES BROTHERS THE SMASH HIT (APPROVED) page 57 WED 23 20.00 EDDIE & LUC page 48 WED 23 - SAT 26 VARIOUS GREASE page 07

FRI 21 19.00 CREATIVE MUSICAL THEATRE MASH-UP PERFORMANCE page 35 SAT 22 19.30 INNER SOUND - PATIENCE page 06 SAT 23 16.00 WHEN 2CULTURES COME 2GETHER page 43 THU 27 13.30 WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT page 23 FRI 28 10.30 & 13.30 WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT page 23 FRI 28 19.00 CREATIVE SUMMER YOUTH DRAMA WEEK PERFORMANCE page 35 SAT 29 10.30 & 13.30 WE’RE GOING ON A BEAR HUNT page 23 SUN 30 19.30 EDUARDO NIEBLA IN CONCERT page 50

MON 31 SAT 5 AUG SISTER ACT page 05

SAT 26 20.00 TOBY MICHAELS & THE ROLLING DAMNED page 51 SUN 27 20.00 ALY BAIN & PHIL CUNNINGHAM page 38 WED 30 19.30 PEACE TRAIN - THE CAT STEVENS STORY page 59 WED 30 20.00 ELEANOR CONWAY page 30 THU 31 & FRI 01 SEP VARIOUS THE NORTHERN MEETING PIPING COMPETITIONS page 40

SEPTEMBER SAT 02 19.30 WHITNEY: QUEEN OF THE NIGHT page 58 SAT 02 20.00 STAND BY page 18 SUN 03 19.30 WHITNEY: QUEEN OF THE NIGHT page 58 SUN 03 20.00 STAND BY page 18

THU 07 20.00 CHRISTIAN GARRICK AND THE BUDAPEST CAFE ORCHESTRA page 44 FRI 08 & SAT 09 19.30 MIKE DENVER page 55 SUN 10 19.30 OH! CAROL page 58 TUE 12 & WED 13 20.00 MACCA: THE CONCERT page 59 SAT 16 20.00 SCOTTISH DANCE THEATRE page 09 SAT 16 19.30 OCEAN FILM FESTIVAL page 31 SAT 23 20.00 HELLS BELLS - ACDC TRIBUTE page 56

OCTOBER

TUE 03 - SAT 07 VARIOUS THE STEAMIE page 15

MON 16 - SAT 21 VARIOUS MILLION DOLLAR QUARTET page 04

TUE 27 JUN - SAT 01 JUL NATHAN CARTER page 55

NOVEMBER FRI 03 NOV 19.30 SCOTTISH BALLET AUTUMN SEASON page 08 SAT 04 NOV 19.30 SCOTTISH BALLET AUTUMN SEASON page 08 TUE 07 NOV 19.30 SCOTTISH OPERA LA TRAVIATA page 11 THU 09 NOV 19.30 SCOTTISH OPERA LA TRAVIATA page 11 SAT 11 NOV 19.30 SCOTTISH OPERA LA TRAVIATA page 11

DECEMBER TUE 05 DEC - SUN 07 JAN PANTO - SNOW WHITE page 22

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Funbox – Underwater Adventure EMPIRE THEATRE SAT 30 SEP & SUN 01 OCT 12.00 & 15.00 SEAT PRICE £13.00 GROUPS 10+ £11.00 (BUY 10 GET THE 11TH TICKET FREE) FAMILY SAVER £48.00 (4 SEATS MINIMUM 1 ADULT) EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES ECF SPECIAL OFFER EDEN COURT FRIENDS FAMILY TICKET £44.00 1+

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Anya, Kevin and Gary, former stars of the Singing Kettle, are back. Join them on their quest to find ALL the lost keys under the sea, and along the way discover a barrier reef while Bonzo, the lovable sea dog, eneounters a shark. Favourites like ‘Hole at the Bottom of the Sea’ and ‘Eely Ally Oh’, as well as brand new songs, will entertain and enthral kids of all ages! Dress up as a sea creature, King Neptune or a Mermaid and have a Whale of a time, you might even get the chance to help out on stage...

LATER THIS YEAR

Tabula Rasa EMPIRE THEATRE THU 16 NOV 19.30 SEAT PRICE £16.00 REDUCED RATES £14.00 SPECIAL OFFER U26 / STUDENTS £9.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

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Two of Scotland’s foremost performing groups – theatre company Vanishing Point and string orchestra Scottish Ensemble – present a co-production that sets Arvo Pärts spiritual and mesmeric Tabula Rasa in a theatrical context, exploring the recognised role of the piece in the care of patients during their final days.

BUTTON BOX GATHERING

DANIEL SLOSS

THU 14 SEP

TAKSIM

MOWTOWN HOW SWEET IT IS

SUN 18 - WED 20 SEP

FRI 29 SEP

LES MCKEOWN’S BAY CITY ROLLERS

THE TOMMY SMITH QUARTET

MON 23 OCT

WED 20 SEP

SUN 1 OCT

MON 23 OCT

SNJO WITH MARTIN TAYLOR

THE CARPENTERS STORY

FRI 22 SEP

SUN 8 OCT

ROB ROUSE: ARE YOU SITTING COMFORTABLY

EMILY SMITH & JAMIE MCCLENNAN ANNIVERSARY TOUR

RAY MEARS

THU 26 OCT

TUE 10 OCT

MAIN STREET BLUES

HAIRY MACLARY

FRI 27 OCT

FRI 22 SEP

TUE 10 - WED 11 OCT

PATSY CLINE

PSYCHIC SALLY

TUE 31 OCT- WED 1 NOV

WED 11 OCT

TRASH TEST DUMMIES

AN EVENING OF SONG AND ANECDOTAL MEMORIES OF NIGG

SUN 5 NOV

KEITH JAMES SINGS LEONARD COHEN

THU 12 OCT

BYE BYE BABY

WED 27 SEP

YOLANDA BROWN

WED 22 NOV

FRI 13 OCT

SUMMER OF LOVE

STICK GRANNY ON THE ROOF RACK SAT 23 SEP

TAP FACTORY TUE 26 SEP

Lulu – All About The Music Tour EMPIRE THEATRE TUE 14 NOV 19.30 SEAT PRICE £41.00

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SPECIAL OFFER

THU 28 SEP

GROUPS 10+ £3.00 OFF

FRI 29 SEP

CHARLIE LANDSBOROUGH SUN 22 OCT

THE STORY OF A LITTLE GENTLEMAN ELAINE PAIGE

SHOWADDYWADDY FRI 17 NOV

THE ULTIMATE EAGLES FRI 24 NOV SAT 14 OCT

U18S £29.00 EDEN COURT FRIENDS DISCOUNT APPLIES

DANIEL SLOSS

Following on from her smash hit 2016 tour Lulu returns with her biggest tour yet!

I toured for the first time in 15 years in 2015 and haven’t stopped since.

I absolutely love playing live and can’t wait to be out on the road again in autumn this year performing the music that I have shared with you throughout my career, it has always been all about the music...so please come and join me Love, Lulu WWW.LULUOFFICIAL.COM

Stand back, Florence and Paloma, Lulu has re-lit her fire.

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YORK PRESS

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Peter Pan

Salome

SAT 10 JUN 14.00 (ENCORE) SUN 18 JUN 13.00 (ENCORE) SAT 24 JUN 14.00 (ENCORE)

THU 22 JUNE 19.00 (LIVE) SUN 25 JUNE 13.00 (ENCORE) THU 29 JUNE 19.00 (ENCORE)

All children, except one, grow up…

Internationally acclaimed theatre director Yaël Farber (Les Blancs) draws on multiple accounts to create her urgent, hypnotic production of Salome.

Sally Cookson directs this wondrously inventive production, a co-production with Bristol Old Vic theatre captured live at the National Theatre.

Peter Pan, leader of the Lost Boys invites Wendy to Neverland, where Tinker Bell, Tiger Lily and the vengeful Captain Hook await. A riot of magic, music and makebelieve ensues.

A delight for children and adults alike.

This charged version turns the infamous biblical tale on its head, placing the girl we call Salomé at the centre of a revolution. An occupied desert nation. A radical from the wilderness on hunger strike. A girl whose mysterious dance will change the course of the world.

Epic. A near-perfect production.

THE GUARDIAN (on Les Blancs )

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