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Daily from Monday 1st to Thursday 11th December Frozen The Macrobert Arts Centre Cinema, Daily from Monday 1st to Thursday University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 4LA 4th December (Various Times) Fearless optimist Anna sets off on an epic journey, Mr Turner teaming up with rugged mountain man Kristoff The Macrobert Arts Centre Cinema, and his loyal reindeer Sven, to find her sister Elsa University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 , whose icy powers have trapped the kingdom of Arendelle in eternal winter. 4LA the arrival of the penguins, however many will only surely entertain and delight! Tel: 01786 466666 http://www.macrobert.org/cinema.htm
Mike Leigh / UK 2014 / 150 min / 12A Explores the last quarter century of the great if eccentric British painter J.M.W. Turner (1775-1851). Profoundly affected by the death of his father, loved by a housekeeper he takes for granted and occasionally exploits sexually, he forms a close relationship with a seaside landlady with whom he eventually lives incognito in Chelsea, where he dies. Tel: 01786 466666 http://www.macrobert.org
Daily to Sunday 4th January Aladdin The Macrobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA
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Stirling Vue Cinema Stirling Vue, Forthside Way, Stirling FK8 1QZ
Vue Stirling is an eight screen, all luxury stadium seated cinema with wall to ceiling to floor huge screens, enhanced by the most progressive projection and Dolby Digital Surround Sound technology for the ultimate picture and sound quality. The cinema has 1,061 seats over eight screens and is the biggest cinema in Stirling. Tel: 08712 240 240 http://www.myvue.com/
Daily from Monday 1st to Thursday 4th December (Various Times) The Imitation Game The Macrobert Arts Centre Cinema, Grab your boogie shoes because this xmas we University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 guarantee that you should be dancing. The Friday 5th - Thursday 11th Decem4LA Twankey family live in the town that Stirling Based on the real life story of British cryptanalyst ber (Various Tims) Stella almost forgot - Discotopia. Alan Turing, The Intimation Game alternates be- The Drop Box Office 01786 466666 tween three significant periods his life. The nerve- The Macrobert Arts Centre Cinema, http://www.macrobert.org/cinema.htm wracking daily race against the clock to decipher University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 Tuesday 2nd to Sunday 28th Dec- the seemingly impenetrable code; the interrogation of Turing after his arrest in 1952 for ‘gross 4LA Too Many Penguins? indecency’ and flashbacks to school days and his From Academy Award nominee Michaël R. The Macrobert Arts Centre, Univer- intoxicating friendship with a boy named Chris- Roskam, The Drop follows lonely bartender Bob Saginowski through a covert scheme of funneltopher. sity of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA Tel: 01786 466666 How many penguins are too many penguins? http://www.macrobert.org Mr Polaro thinks that one is more than enough, thank you very much. Penguina wants someone to play with. Just one friend... Well, maybe two... Or three... How many penguins can we get in one space? Squeeze into this fun theatrical experience, created especially for 3-6 year olds, to find out. It might get crowded, but we promise
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Saturday 6th December to Sunday 21st December The Pine Tree, Poggle and Me The Macrobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 4LA A funny, sensory dance theatre piece for ages 0-3, with live music, clapping rhythms and bubble popping throughout! You and your little ones will go on a musical and visual adventure with Poggle. Tel: 01786 466666 http://www.macrobert.org
Sunday 7th - Thursday 11th Dec The Old Vic’s The Crucible The Macrobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 4LA
Richard Armitage stars in Arthur Miller’s classic American drama. Based on Salem’s infamous witch trials, The Crucible is brought vividly to life in this visceral new production by internationally acclaimed director Yaël Farber. Tel: 01786 466666 http://www.macrobert.org
Daily to Tuesday 6th January 2015 sion. Prepare to be surprised at what you will learn. Art Unlimited – Diversity Tel: 01786 471917 Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Muwww.smithartgalleryandmuseum.co.uk seum, Dumbarton Rd Stirling FK8 2RQ Every Wednesday Night Gallery 1, Art Unlimited - Diversity, a group of Kilted Kangaroo - Australian Bar local artists who come together for exhibitions, & Grill House, 9 Upper Craigs, occasional workshops and related events. Stirling Tel: 01786 471917 www.smithartgalleryandmuseum.co.uk Pub Quiz. Australian Bar & Grill House, If
WEEKLY EVENTS MONDAYS Every Monday Night 8pm Stirling County R.F.C., Bridgehaugh Park, Stirling FK9 5AP Stirling Folk Club Tickets available on the door www.stirlingfolkclub.co.uk
Friday 26th December to Sunday 4th January (Various Times) TUESDAYS Penguins of Madagascar The Macrobert Arts Centre Cinema, Every Tuesday Night. University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 Kilted Kangaroo - Australian Bar 4LA & Grill House, 9 Upper Craigs, Super spy teams aren’t born... they’re hatched. Stirling Discover the secrets of the greatest covert birds in
If you’re looking for some tasty tucker, a cold the global espionage biz: Skipper, Kowalski, Rico beer and some bonza entertainment the n look and Private. no further. On top of our weekly programme el: 01786 466666 of entertainment we host a number of events http://www.macrobert.org thoughout the year. These range from Stand-up Comedy Nights to day-long Music Festivals in the The Hippodrome - Bo’ness huge beer garden. Tel: 01786 451130 www.kiltedkangaroo.com/events.html 10 Hope St Bo’ness EH51 0AA Some 97 years after the first customers took their seats in the grand picture palace, The Every Tuesday Night Hippodrome re-opens its doors to the public, No. 2 Baker Street recreating the golden age of cinema-going using 2 Baker St Stirling FK8 1BJ 21st century technology. The A-listed buildQuiz Night. ing, brainchild of film-maker Louis Dickson and Tradition pub full of character and real ale. designed by local architect Matthew Steele, was Live music/disco at weekends. A friendly warm opened on 11 March 1912, is a rare example of pre-art deco cinema architecture, and Scotland’s welcome awaits. For those that love...tradition, oldest purpose-built picture house. Having under- character and real ale. gone extensive restoration as part of the Bo’ness Tel: 01786 448 722 Townscape Heritage Initiative (THI), The Hippodrome has seen the 1926 decorative scheme WEDNESDAYS reinstated, new seating installed and original seating restored, and digital and 35mm projectors fitted to offer the best cinema experience. Every Wednesday 1st December to Open 6 days a week Screening the best major Wednesday 19th November 11am new releases Independent films and classics. Dickens Book Group Tel: 01324 506850 www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Mu-
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Big Screen Live, Curry & Movie Thursdays, midweek matinees, and much more. For full listings of what’s on at the cinema go to: Box Office 01786 466666 http://www.macrobert.org/cinema.htm
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you’re looking for some tasty tucker, a cold beer and some bonza entertainment then look no further. Tel: 01786 451130 www.kiltedkangaroo.com
Every Wednesday Night No. 2 Baker Street 2 Baker St Stirling FK8 1BJ Traditional Scottish Open Session. tion pub full of character and real ale. Tel: 01786 448722
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THURSDAYS Every Thursday Night from 9.00pm Kilted Kangaroo - Australian Bar & Grill House, 9 Upper Craigs, Stirling Karaoke! Australian Bar & Grill House, If you’re looking for some tasty tucker, a cold beer and some bonza entertainment then look no further. Tel: 01786 451130 www.kiltedkangaroo.com
FRIDAYS 1st Friday each month Doors open 7.30pm starts 8.30pm STAND-UP COMEDY NIGHT Kilted Kangaroo, 9 Upper Craigs, Stirling FK8 2DG The Kilted Kangaroo is where it’s at for Comedy in Stirling! The ONLY monthly show with a fantastic line-up. Tel: 01786 451130 www.kiltedkangaroo.com
Every Friday Night Drouthy Neebors, 7 Baker Street FK8 1BJ Live local music Tel: 01786 450858 http://www.drouthyneebors-stirling.co.uk
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The Dickens Book group meets again, under the guidance of Professor Grahame Smith, to read Every Saturday Night ‘The Old Curiosity Shop’ (oxford Classics). A lot of Drouthy Neebors, 7 Baker Street pleasure can be had from the reading and sharing FK8 1BJ the works of Dickens in good company. No previous experience is necessary - some people only Live local music What’s On - Please keep know Dickens through television dramas. Please checking back for forthcoming events read the first hundred pages before the first ses- Tel: 01786 450858 http://www.drouthyneebors-stirling.co.uk
What’s On Stirling Highland Perthshire 2014 2013 First Saturday of the month 10.00am - 4.00pm Albert Halls Albert Place, Stirling FK8 2QL Scotfairs Antique Fair
Tuesday 2nd December 6.00 9.00pm Christmas Shopping Fayre Stirling Castle, Castle Esplanade Stirling FK8 1EJ
Second Saturday of the Month starts 11.00am Port Street, Stirling City Centre FK8 2LJ Stirling Farmers Market
Thursday 4th December 6.00pm Alan Turing - The Imitation Game: Pre-Film Discussion The Macrobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 4LA Monday 8th December 8.00pm As well as solving the Enigma code, The Imitation Fred Morrison Game’s Alan Turing made remarkable contributions to the subject of mathematics and is widely The Tolbooth, Jail Wynd Stirling considered to have founded the field of computing FK8 1DE
A great shopping experience, antiques for the connoisseur, hidden treasures for the experts, specialist items for the experienced collector, and 1000s of interesting, beautiful and affordable items for the general public. Come along and enjoy the informal atmosphere of the market! Adults £1.50, accompanied children free. Tel: 01764 654555 or 654340 www.scotfairs.co.uk
Take the stress out of holiday shopping with an evening showcasing famous Scottish brands and local crafts, fine food and drink. Cost: £5 includes free on-site parking. Children under 16 go free but must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Tel: 01786 450000 www.stirlingcastle.gov.uk
Highland beef, pork and bacon, venison and wild game, wild boar, fresh and smoked fish, great bread in variety - continental and traditional science. recipes including sourdoughs, scones and cakes, Tel: 01786 466666 gluten-free baking, jams, chutneys and prehttp://www.macrobert.org serves, Scottish cheeses and butter, free-range hen/duck eggs, organic vegetables, cold-pressed Friday 5th December 7.45pm oilseed-rape products and dressings, fudge and (doors 6.45pm) tablet, low sodium sea-salt, savoury pies, country The Red Hot Chilli Pipers fruit wines, hand-made, jewellery, soaps and body care products, knitted baby clothes, garden Albert Halls, Dumbarton Road, plants. Stirling FK8 2QL The past ten years has seen The Red Hot Chilli Pipers become the most famous bagpipe band on the planet - ever! Bagpipes with attitude, SUNDAYS drums with a Scottish accent and a show so hot it carries its own health warning. The band’s achievements have reached incredible heights Every Sunday Drouthy Neebors with their ground breaking fusion of traditional 7 Baker Street FK8 1BJ Scottish music and Rock/Pop Anthems which they What’s On - Please keep checking back for forth- proudly call ‘Bagrock’. Standing & Balcony tickets coming events. available. Standing £21/£14 children and senior Tel: 01786 450858 citizens. Balcony seated £22/£15 children and http://www.drouthyneebors-stirling.co.uk/whats- senior citizens. Tel: 01786 473544 www. alberthalls.stirling.gov.uk
DAILY EVENTS DIARY
Friday 5th December 11.00am to 12noon Monday 1st December 8.00pm Poetry Café Gaberlunzie @ Stirling Folk Club Stirling Smith Art Gallery & MuStirling Folk Club, BRIDGEHAUGH seum, Dumbarton Rd Stirling FK8 PARK STIRLING FK9 5AP 2RQ Robin Watson and Gordon Menzies have been to- Present you own poem - read a favourite - or gether as Gaberlunzie since the early 1970s and listen and enjoy. Tel: 01786 471917 are well known for producing an exciting blend www.smithartgalleryandmuseum.co.uk of modern and traditional songs. Essentially Scottish, with an emphasis on rhythm and harmony. The performance of the duo spans the breadth Sunday 7th December 12.30 to of Scottish culture. As singers, instrumentalists, 3.30pm and songwriters, their talents are impressive and Medieval Merriment Gaberlunzie’s gift for entertainment is unsurStirling Castle, Castle Esplanade passed in Scottish folk music. £9 pay at the door.
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Step back in time and join the royal court as they celebrate the festive season. Experience the traditions of a medieval feast and enjoy music, dancing and games as the court are entertained throughout the afternoon. Tel: 01786 450000 www.stirlingcastle.gov.uk
Monday 8th December 8.00pm Rebecca Wright and Donald McKay @ Stirling Folk Club Stirling Folk Club, BRIDGEHAUGH PARK STIRLING FK9 5AP
Rebecca Wright and Donald McKay’s music has been likened to that of a good Scotch whisky: delightfully smooth, full of character and highly addictive. With voices that can instantly transport you to another place and time, Donald’s traditional and original songs from his native Scotland are beautifully complemented by Rebecca’s insightful Australian originals and thoughtful selection of contemporary gems. Accompanied by requinto, cello, acoustic guitar and bodhran, their shows promise something out of the ordinary and bring you back to the heart of folk. £8 on the door.
Fred Morrison is widely regarded as one of the greatest Scottish pipers alive today. His approach is firmly rooted in the musical tradition of South Uist, but he constantly pushes the boundaries, creating a fresh new sound that is forever evolving. Tel: 01786 274000 http://tolbooth.stirling.gov.uk/
Tuesday 9th December 8.00pm National Theatre Live: JOHN The Macrobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 4LA The company’s new production, JOHN, authentically depicts real-life stories, combining movement and spoken word to create an intense and moving theatrical experience. Tel: 01786 466666 http://www.macrobert.org
Wednesday 10th December 7.30pm Warren Miller’s No Turning Back The Macrobert Arts Centre, University of Stirling, Stirling FK9 4LA With high definition ski and snowboard action on the big screen and an intermission prize draw, you’re guaranteed an early season blast of winter excitement! Tel: 01786 466666 http://www.macrobert.org
Friday 12th December 8.00pm The Bevvy Sisters The Tolbooth, Jail Wynd Stirling FK8 1DE Mixing equal measures of sweetness and sass, grit and glamour, heartbreak and hilarity cut with a dash of potent Scottish spirit...We welcome back The Bevvy Sisters - with their new line up. Tel: 01786 274000 http://tolbooth.stirling.gov.uk/
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What’s What’sOn OnHighland Stirling Perthshire 20142013 Sunday 14th December 7.00pm Carols at the Castle Stirling Castle, Castle Esplanade Stirling FK8 1EJ
We are delighted to welcome back the Stirling contingent of the National Youth Choir of Scotland. Carols at The Castle will feature traditional carols as well as popular Christmas songs. Tel: 01786 450000 www.stirlingcastle.gov.uk
Sunday 14th December 7.30pm Holly At Christmas Albert Halls, Dumbarton Road Stirling FK8 2QL
Buddy Holly and The Cricketers are back at The Albert Halls to usher in the season of goodwill with Holly At Christmas. Tel: 01786 473544 www. alberthalls.stirling.gov.uk
Wednesday 24th December 7.30pm to 9.00pm Singing Bowl Meditations and Healings with Peter Halley Stirling Smith Art Gallery & Museum, Dumbarton Rd Stirling FK8 2RQ Singing bowls create a deeply nurturing special environment. The healing resonance and magic inherent in the song of the bowls allows deep releasing at cellular levels. Everyone has a distinctly individual evolving experience and usually find that the connection with the bowls effortlessly and quickly. Tel: 01786 471917 www.smithartgalleryandmuseum.co.uk
Sunday 28th (1.00pm and 3.30pm) Albert Halls, Dumbarton Road Stirling FK8 2QL The Singing Kettle presents... “Big Christmas Party”
The Singing Kettle are having a PARTY and you are all invited! Anya, Kevin and Gary will be at their breathtaking best for their spectacular “Big Christmas Party” show. For the whole family this Christmas. Bursting with surprises, the legendary “Kettle Openings” lead the way to a sack full of non-stop, singalong favourite songs that will have you joining in from start to finish. Some lucky children will end up on stage to join in the action and there may even be a visit from a very special guest with a white beard in a red suit!! Play the most fantastic giant party games that will delight and mesmerise all ages in this Christmas cracker of a show that only The Singing Kettle can deliver. Tel: 01786 473544 www. alberthalls.stirling.gov.uk
Monday 29th December 8.00pm Peatbog Faeries The Tolbooth, Jail Wynd Stirling FK8 1DE Based on the Isle of Skye, the Peatbog Faeries have been nominated for Best Live Act at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards 2012 and described as ‘the future of Celtic dance music’. Tel: 01786 274000 http://tolbooth.stirling.gov.uk/
Monday 29th December (11.00am and 2.00pm) Albert Halls, Dumbarton Road Stirling FK8 2QL The Singing Kettle presents... “Big Christmas Party” The Singing Kettle are having a PARTY and you are all invited! Anya, Kevin and Gary will be at their breathtaking best for their spectacular “Big
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Christmas Party” show. For the whole family this Christmas. Bursting with surprises, the legendary “Kettle Openings” lead the way to a sack full of non-stop, singalong favourite songs that will have you joining in from start to finish. Some lucky children will end up on stage to join in the action and there may even be a visit from a very special guest with a white beard in a red suit!! Play the most fantastic giant party games that will delight and mesmerise all ages in this Christmas cracker of a show that only The Singing Kettle can deliver. Tel: 01786 473544 www. alberthalls.stirling.gov.uk
Wednesday 31st December 7.30pm The Albert Halls’ Hogmanay Ceilidh Albert Halls, Dumbarton Road Stirling FK8 2QL A sensational way to end 2014 and usher in the New Year. The annual Albert Halls’ Hogmanay Ceilidh is fast becoming one of the events of the year. Tel: 01786 473544 www. alberthalls.stirling.gov.uk
Wednesday 31st December (Gates open 8.30pm) STIRLING’S HOGMANAY 2014 Stirling Castle Esplanade, Stirling FK8 1EJ
Stirling is the place to be this Hogmanay. Hogmanay Concert Join the revellers on Stirling Castle Esplanade at our family-friendly outdoor concert featuring live music from a sensational line up and a spectacular firework display at midnight. THE WATERBOYS, SKERRYVORE, JJ GILMOUR, MODEL AEROPLANES, Steve McKenna | Fireworks Tickets: £27.50 / £10 for those aged 15yrs and under. Buy 10 tickets and pay for only 9. http://www.stirlinghogmanay.co.uk/concert