ON at Fife Spring 2013 Brochure

WHAT’S

3 1 0 2 g Spr in

www.onfife.com

find us on

this Spring Happy 2013!

Welcome to our new season brochure!

This Spring we have a number of real treats across all of our venues including Theatre ON the Edge, Fife Comedy Circuit, Manipulate Festival and Fife Jazz Festival plus a fantastic co-production, The Sash, between Rapture Theatre and ON at Fife which opens at Adam Smith Theatre in April.

Looking to let your hair down? There’s a wide range of gigs and concerts to look forward to.

Shake your booty to Toploader, Showaddywaddy, Donnie Munro, Jai McDowall and the one and only Billy Ocean, to name but a few!

There really is nothing quite like being part of a live audience and ON at Fife’s programmers have been hard at work to bring a diverse mix of quality productions to your doorstep at realistic, affordable prices. We have also come up with some great ‘early bird’ ON the Ball offers to enable you to enjoy more of our shows for less.

Hazel Wotherspoon Head of Programming & Creative Development

ON at Fife is now part of Fife Cultural Trust, combining Libraries, Museums, Theatres and Arts and Archives in the Kingdom.

Supported by

Adam Smith

pages 4 – 15

Carnegie Hall

pages 17 – 32

Lochgelly Centre

pages 33 – 36

Rothes Halls

pages 37 – 47

Diary Listing of all events

pages 24 & 25

Groups Want to bring a party of 10 or more to a performance?

You may qualify for a group discount. Call any of the Box Offices or our Groups Booking line on 01592 583354, or email group.bookings@onfife.com for full details and assistance with your booking.

Concession Tickets We offer lower-priced concession tickets for many of our shows. Where you see ‘conc.’ you can book the reduced price if you are under 16, a senior citizen, a student in full time education, registered disabled or unemployed. You will be asked for proof of status when booking, so please bring relevant documentation.

Access All our buildings have ramps for easy access, plus adapted toilets, induction loops and disabled parking.

Guide dogs and hearing dogs are welcome in our theatres and cafes. ON at Fife supports breastfeeding in all venues. Just ask at Box Office if you’d like this brochure in a large print or audio version.

If you’ve got any comments, good or bad, on your experience with us, please let us know. We welcome your feedback so log on to www.youtellus.co.uk or speak to a member of staff.

Latecomers Out of respect to the performers, if you arrive after a show has started, you may have to wait until the interval before we can admit you. We cannot refund or exchange your ticket in the event of non-attendance.

If a show’s sold out, we may be able to resell your ticket and refund you, minus a £1 re-sale charge.

We reserve the right to introduce special offers at any time.

All details are correct at time of going to press but we would encourage you to check online or with the Box Office for up-to-date information

THE BALL Once again we are delighted to offer our customers a special early booker rate on lots of our shows. If you are ON the Ball with your booking and buy your tickets at least 4 weeks before the performance date (either online or at the box office) you can benefit from some amazing prices – with many shows a bargain £10 or less! Watch out for the ON the Ball symbol throughout the brochure.

theatre on the edge

Why not make your night out even more special and dine with us in one of our theatre café bars?

We offer mouth-watering two and three course pre-theatre meals across our venues. The knife and fork symbol next to a show means you can have delicious food for just £10 for 2 courses.

Ask at Box Offices for the menus. Advanced booking is essential.

ON at Fife’s provocative Theatre on the Edge season brings you a series of plays which explore hard hitting issues from around the world. Programmed across our venues, these dramas will have you ON the edge of your seat.

Leaving a trail of tickled tummy muscles and eyes crying with laughter, we have the Fife Comedy Circuit, featuring three very original emerging comics. You’ll soon be paying a fortune to see these guys, so snap them up now and be the first to say “I knew they’d go global”!

See full details on page 16.

With Fife 150, we guarantee to offer you at least 150% of the value of your annual sponsorship back each year. Fife 150 is a business package which gives you meeting/training room usage, complimentary show tickets and reduced price corporate hospitality facilities.

To discuss our sponsorship packages further, call Bill Mair, Funding Development Officer on 08451 555555 ext 493338 or email bill.mair@onfife.com

join us online at www.ONfife.com ONfife @ONfife for exclusive offers and competitions, just announced, behind the scenes content, interviews and general fun!

NO ONLINE BOOKING FEE!!!

PAGE 3

Bennochy Road, Kirkcaldy KY1 1ET Box Office: 01592 583302 Box Office open 10am – 5.30pm Mon – Sat, later on performance nights

Located in the centre of Kirkcaldy, the Adam Smith Theatre offers a superb programme of drama, dance, music, comedy, film and children’s theatre.

Our theatre café is open Monday to Saturday,10am – 3pm, and on Sunday afternoon performance days. We serve freshly made meals, snacks and home baking. The bar is open on performance nights, and for delicious pre-theatre meals on selected performances.

cinema

Tickets £5 (conc. £4) Breakfast Films – all tickets £4

The Adam Smith Theatre cinema programme, with its popular mix of blockbusters, independent movies and film festivals now offers a fully digital experience with Dolby Digital 7.1 surround sound. Look out for our regular ON Screen leaflet or check out our website www.onfife.com for full cinema listings and online booking.

Adam Smith Theatre is delighted to be part of National Theatre Live (NT Live) and Live from the Bolshoi. These are groundbreaking projects to broadcast British theatre and Russian Ballet from the stage to local cinemas around the world. While these incredible companies perform live in London and Moscow you can enjoy them in the comfort of the Adam Smith Theatre – ON screen but as part of a live audience in Kirkcaldy together with 500 venues in over 20 countries! Don’t miss the behind the scenes footage too.

Thur 17 January I 7pm I £12.50, conc. £10 I Pre-theatre meals £10

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE BROADCAST

The Magistrate Academy Award nominee and Tony Award-winner John Lithgow (Dirty Rotten Scoundrels, Shrek, 3rd Rock from the Sun) takes the title role in Arthur Wing Pinero’s uproarious Victorian farce, directed by Olivier Award-winner Timothy Sheader (Crazy for You and Into the Woods, Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre, London).

In a similar vein to the National Theatre’s smash-hit classic comedies, She Stoops to Conquer and London Assurance, The Magistrate is sure to have audiences doubled up with laughter. When amiable magistrate Posket (John Lithgow) marries Agatha (Olivier Award-winner Nancy Carroll, After the Dance), little does he realise she’s dropped five years from her age – and her son’s. When her deception looks set to be revealed, it sparks a series of hilarious indignities and outrageous mishaps.

PAGE 4

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Fri 25 January I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10

THE FENCE COLLECTIVE PRESENTS

The Pictish Trail with support from eagleowl & Randolph’s Leap It’s not easy to pin down The Pictish Trail, aka Johnny Lynch. His critically acclaimed 2008 debut album, Secret Soundz Vol.1, was a gloriously eclectic slice of lo-fi folk-pop, and he is also one half of demented dance-pop duo Silver Columns with Adem Ilhan. As if that wasn’t enough, he also has his hands full running Fence Records, a DIY indie label based in the East Neuk of Fife, which he runs alongside Kenny Anderson, best known as King Creosote. After a summer spent playing the pick of the UK’s music festivals with his band, Lynch put the finishing touches to Secret Soundz Vol 2, released in January 2013.

He will be accompanied on stage by his latest signings to Fence, the Edinburgh-based six headed beast, eagleowl, and Adam Ross of Randolph’s Leap.

“Compulsory listening. Indebted to Hot Chip, the Beta Band and Paul McCartney, this is charming, fresh and quietly outré” ★★★★ The Observer

Sat 26 January I 8pm I £13.50, conc. £12

Craig Hill– Jock’s Trap Indulge yourself in a deliciously wicked evening of gloriously camp no-holds-barred comedy and pure, unadulterated fun. Hilarious, sometimes wickedly provocative and always outrageously cheeky, the Scotsman called Craig “a revelation” and he has been selling out theatres across the country and internationally on tour – book early! www.mrcraighill.com “Hill actually has to wait until the audience stop laughing before he can start again. It’s absolutely hilarious” Evening News

Sun 27 January I 3pm I £12, conc. £10

LIVE BROADCAST FROM THE BOLSHOI

La Bayadère We bring you an afternoon of the finest ballet, live from the majestic setting of the Bolshoi Theatre in Moscow, ON screen for your enjoyment. Join us to witness one of the most incredible ballet companies in the world.

Marius Petipa’s seminal work La Bayadère was first performed at the Imperial Bolshoi Kamenny Theatre in St Petersburg in 1877, in a grandiose production portraying a mysterious India and the impossible love between the temple dancer Nikiya and the warrior Solor. Includes The Kingdom of the Shades scene, one of the most celebrated in all of classical ballet.

PAGE 5

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Fri 1 February I 8pm I £12

Fife

J azz FESTIVAL

Angie King with Ken Mathieson’s Classic Jazz Orchestra + Champian Fulton Sat 2 February I 8pm I £12

For further details see www.fifejazzfestival.com

Brian Kellock plays Oscar Peterson + David Blenkhorn Trio Wed 13 February I 8pm I £12, conc. £10 Pre-theatre meals £10 I All tickets £10 if booked by 15 January

THE BALL

GILDED BALLOON

Murder, Marple and Me Starring Janet Prince, written by Philip Meeks and Directed by Stella Duffy.

Margaret Rutherford’s performance as Miss Marple made her a true movie icon, but it nearly didn’t happen. This intriguing new play humorously unearths the fascinating reasons why. Witness this clash of the titans; two of Britain’s most influential women in the arts in the 1950s and ‘60s who staggered through a mutual distaste for each other and a serious aversion to each other’s work to eventually come out the other side as friends. Come and unearth the mystery behind the mystery.

Thur 14 February I 7.30pm I £18.50, conc. £17 I Pre-theatre meals £10

EUROPEAN ORCHESTRAL ENSEMBLE

Viennese Strauss Gala What better way to spend your Valentine’s evening than listening to the romantic sounds of Strauss. Now in its 9th year, the Viennese Strauss Gala is back by popular demand, this time with a sparkling new production, authentically costumed and cleverly staged and choreographed. Recreating the romance of the Viennese Festive season, reminding you of a bygone age of glamorous soirees and Strauss waltzes, the show features highlights from some of the great Operettas of the Strauss family, Kalman and Lehar including Die Fledermaus, The Merry Widow and many more.

The European Orchestral Ensemble will accompany four Soloists from major Opera companies including Opera North, English National Opera and D’Oyly Carte.

PAGE 6

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Fri 15 & Sat 16 February I 7.30pm I £7 I Adam Smith Studio

AN EVENING WITH K.A.D.S.

3 One Act Plays

Settle back and enjoy two Dramas and a Comedy, in our bistro style setting.

Sun 17 February I 3pm I £7.50, conc. £5.50

The Lost Art of the Film Explainer During the silent era, the live musician was an essential part of the cinema experience, but some audiences were also treated to the finely honed craft of the Film Explainer. Part narrator and part actor, the Film Explainer stood next to the screen enriching the movies with an entertaining combination of background information, unique interpretation and theatrical storytelling. The art of the Film Explainer has since been largely forgotten.

Enter stage right renowned Scottish storyteller Andy Cannon and cellist/composer Wendy Weatherby. Andy and Wendy revive this lost art with their popular brand of traditional stories and music accompanying rare films from the Scottish Screen Archive including Scotland’s first fiction film from 1912, the year the Hippodrome cinema first opened its doors. Films: Buy Your Own Cherries (1904); Mairi: Romance of a Highland Maiden (1912) & St Kilda: Britain’s Loneliest Isle (1923/28).

Thur 21 – Sat 23 February I 7.15pm; Sat Mat 2.30pm I £10 conc. £8 Pre-theatre meals Fri 22 & Sat 23 £10

KIRKCALDY YOUTH MUSIC THEATRE

Miss Saigon School Edition In this specially adapted version of Miss Saigon, Puccini’s Madame Butterfly is brought to the modern world in a moving testament to the human spirit and a scathing indictment of the tragedies of war. In the turmoil of the Vietnam War, an American soldier and a Vietnamese girl fall in love, only to be separated during the fall of Saigon.

The production is packed with show stopping numbers like Last Night of the World, Bui-Doi, This is the Hour and The American Dream. With full orchestra and staging, this promises to be a great night out.

PAGE 7

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302

Tue 26 & Wed 27 February I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10 I 1st Night all tickets £7.50 if booked by 29 Jan

VOX MOTUS SUPPORTED BY THE BEACON PRESENTS

Slick

THE BALL

Winner of a Scotsman Fringe First (2008) and a Critic’s Award for Theatre in Scotland (2008/9) Slick is a hilarious, dark and dirty exploration of greed, corruption and loss-of-innocence. Slick combines absurd comedy, visual storytelling, puppetry, object theatre and physical performance to create a unique ensemble performance with comic-strip visuals. The world is seen through little Malcolm Biggar, a nine year old with a passion for his skateboard, a harrowing fear of his lunatic neighbours and a growing realisation that perhaps his parents do not always have his best interests at heart… “a show whose whole creative team deserves a standing ovation.” Joyce McMillan, The Scotsman

Thur 28 February I 7.30pm £18.50 I Pre-theatre meals £10

Beyond the Barricade Back by overwhelming public demand, Beyond the Barricade returns with this brand new production for 2013. Recreating original West End and Broadway musical hit songs with amazing authenticity, Beyond the Barricade features a cast of ex-principal performers who have previously starred in the West End production of Les Miserables, and the recent 25th Anniversary Concert at the 02 Arena.

This production will include songs from Miss Saigon, The Lion King, Phantom Of The Opera, Love Never Dies, Mamma Mia, Blood Brothers, The Jersey Boys and many more hit musical productions, climaxing with a spectacular finale from, of course, Les Miserables!

PAGE 8

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Fri 1 March I 7.15pm I £10, conc. £8

ROBLYN SCHOOL OF DANCE

Ten & Ten

The Roblyn School of Dance is proud to be presenting their 20th show in the Adam Smith Theatre. They’ve helped make memories for generations and promise an evening of spectacular dance for all.

Thur 7 – Sat 9 March I 7.30pm; Sat Mat 2.30pm I £12, conc. £11, child £6.

Matinee all Tickets £11 I Special offer for Saturday evening 2 for £20.

KIRKCALDY GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY

The Sorcerer Set in a village of gullible lads and lassies, with a girl infatuated by the eccentric minister, and the Laird’s son set to marry the daughter of the Laird’s crush. When John W. Wells, a sorcerer from London arrives, it soon turns to chaos. Armed with a potion that makes the recipient fall in love with the first person they set eyes upon, Wells’ visit is far from quiet.

With fabulous music and song from the pens of Gilbert and Sullivan this comedic little gem of an operetta, set in Scotland, will cast a spell of joy on all who see it! www.kirkgandss.co.uk

Sat 9 March I 11am & 1.30pm I £4.50, conc. £3.50 Age 6 – 11

ROUND STRING THEATRE

Faerie Stories A man and a Goblin (both bookworms) meet in a Library. In their hunger for stories they weave three enchanted tales from a string of dusty books, whatever may come of it?

Fusing Scottish Gaelic culture, puppetry, music and physical theatre, this wonderful show transports audiences into the magic and mystery of ancient faerie worlds.

PAGE 9

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Sat 16 March I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10 Recommended for ages 16+ (or 14+ with accompanying adult)

ICARUS THEATRE COLLECTIVE

Spring Awakening Icarus succeeds by following its namesake too close to the sun, always picking plays which seem just out of their reach, soaring most elegantly and creating a beautiful organised chaos when they are stretching beyond their grasp.

In Spring Awakening, 15-year-old Melchior is chased out of town for acts of hedonistic, lewd and despicable moral character. Wendla, his 14-year-old love, dies during a tragic abortion thrust upon her by narrow-minded parents. But Melchior is the brightest boy in school and knows sex is just a natural act that ends in the beauty of childbirth. Crushed by Wendla’s death and persecuted by the authorities (and even his own parents) Melchior battles through purgatory where he confronts the ghosts of his past.

Contains nudity and scenes of an adult nature.

Sun 17 March I 3pm I £6, child £4

KIRKCALDY ORCHESTRAL SOCIETY

Spring into Summer With Alison Miller, Violin and The Edinburgh Chinese Community Orchestra The programme includes Spring and Summer from Vivaldi’s The Seasons; A Symphony of Seasons by John Gourlay (the first performance of the complete work); Strauss’s Voices of Spring; Three Chinese Pieces by Michael Short and a combined performance by KOS with the Edinburgh Chinese Community Orchestra.

Wed 20 March I 2.30pm I £13.50

We’ll Meet Again Farewell Tour

PAGE 10

The record breaking touring show presented by Duggie Chapman MBE, We’ll Meet Again will this year celebrate an amazing 15 years on the road. With a new programme, this is a show that aims to deliver laughter and good cheer. The regular show team return with comedian Adam Daye recalling the wonderful comedy radio stars of the period. Back by very special request is Marilyn Hill Smith from BBC’s Friday Night Is Music Night, who will bring back the memorable songs of Vera Lynn and the music of Ivor Novello. And as if that wasn’t already enough, there’s also the formidable ukuele talent of Andy Eastwood and the Martyn St James Band.

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Thur 21 March I 7pm I £12.50, conc. £10 Pre-theatre meals £10

NATIONAL THEATRE LIVE BROADCAST

Alan Bennett’s People Award-winning writer Alan Bennett is reunited with director Nicholas Hytner and Olivier Award-winning actress Frances de la Tour, with whom he worked on The History Boys and The Habit of Art. Alan Bennett is one of Britain’s most celebrated playwrights, and the much anticipated People is the sixth of his plays to have its premiere at the National Theatre.

People spoil things; there are so many of them and the last thing one wants is them traipsing through one’s house. But with the park a jungle and a bath on the billiard table, what is one to do? Dorothy (Frances de la Tour) wonders if an attic sale could be a solution.

Fri 22 March I 8pm I £17.50, conc. £15.50

THE SCOTTISH COMEDY AGENCY PRESENTS

Jerry Sadowitz Very funny, totally offensive and he hates your guts. What more do you want? Emptied the room in Edinburgh 2006 with his warm-up material.

Punched in Montreal. Catchphrase: No Refunds! Gay, public school, untalented, humourless, middle class Jew, yet banned by the BBC... eats children as part of his five a day... www.jerrysadowitz.com “Funniest comedian in the country.” The Guardian WARNING: 18+ Strictly adults only. Seriously not for the easily offended.

Tue 26 & Wed 27 March I 7pm I £6

DUNNIKIER SCHOOL PRESENT

Annie Jnr By arrangement with Josef Weinberger Limited

Join over 100 Primary 6 and 7 pupils from Dunnikier Primary School on stage for a great night of song, dance and drama as they tell the story of Little Orphan Annie. The show will feature lots of well known numbers including Tomorrow, Hard Knock Life and Easy Street, so take a seat, enjoy the show, and sing along!

PAGE 11

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Sun 31 March I 4pm I £12.50, conc. £10

LIVE BROADCAST FROM THE BOLSHOI

The Rite of Spring To celebrate its 100th anniversary, The Rite of Spring has been entirely re-choreographed especially for the Bolshoi, by contemporary British choreographer Wayne McGregor.

Originally created by Igor Stravinsky and Vaslav Nijinsky for Serge Diaghilev’s Ballets Russes in 1913, this new working revisits the themes of the Russian Spring, The Adoration of the Earth and The Exalted Sacrifice, with McGregor applying his characteristic energy and fluidity to this new creation and re-working. See it live from Moscow.

Fri 5 & Sat 6 April I 7.30pm; Sat Mat 2.30pm £12.50, conc. £10 I Family saver £40 Pre-theatre meals £10 I 1st Night all tickets £10 if booked by 8 March

THE BALL

ON AT FIFE YOUTH MUSIC THEATRE

Bugsy Malone Join Bugsy, Fat Sam, Blousey, Tallulah and all the gang for this ‘splurge-tastic’ adventure in mobster-land! Anybody who is anybody will be there!

Do you want to be involved? Application pack and project information is available from www.onfife.com/workshops/bugsy-malone-fife-youth-music-theatre or Adam Smith Box Office. You do not need any previous experience, just be between 8 – 14 years, be prepared to work hard, meet lots of new pals and have great fun!

Sat 6 April I 11am I £4.50, conc. £3.50 I Age 5+ I Running Time 45 mins

OVER THE TOP PUPPET COMPANY

Willie the Wicked Wolf Follow the hilarious adventures of Willie as he plans to eat Granny and Little Red Riding Hood… if he can only get his motorbike to work! A tale of wickedness, spanners, rock ’n’ roll and food… starring the one and only Willie the Wicked Wolf from Over The Top Puppet Company.

PAGE 12

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Thur 11 – Sun 14 April Thur 2pm; Fri & Sat 11am & 2pm; Sun 12 noon & 3pm £11.50 I Family Saver £42 I Groups 10+ £9

THE SINGING KETTLE

Rumble in the Jungle There’s a Rumble in the Jungle as the Singing Kettle set out on their greatest ever adventure, deep into the undergrowth.

Follow the Jungle beat on the hunt for Magical Coloured Kettles and watch out for Bonzo the Dog as he causes pandemonium as usual.

The show is packed with superb Singing Kettle favourites like, Animals Went in Two by Two, Do Your Ears Hang Low and Jungle Party. Some lucky children will get the chance to dress as fluffy creatures and help out on stage, with the brand new Baby Animals Song. Be part of the action and join in with the masses of audience participation for this non-stop, totally awesome safari adventure. It’s a festival of fun for girls and boys of all ages. Remember – come dressed as your favourite wild animal to sing along with the sounds of the jungle. Visit www.singingkettle.com for more information.

Tue 16 & Wed 17 April I 7.30pm, 1pm Wed matinee £12, conc. £10 I Schools £5 1st Night all tickets £7.50 if booked by 19 March

THE BALL

LONDON CLASSIC THEATRE PRESENTS OSCAR WILDE’S

The Importance of Being Earnest “To lose one parent, Mr Worthing, may be regarded as a misfortune; to lose both looks like carelessness.” Oscar Wilde’s theatrical masterpiece is widely acknowledged as one of the greatest comedies in the English language. Wonderful characters, sparkling dialogue, gloriously improbable plot twists and a sprinkling of romance – The Importance of Being Earnest has it all. LCT will bring this 19th Century classic to vivid, extravagant life with their customary flair, attention to detail, high-quality casting and impeccable production values.

PAGE 13

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Thur 18 April I 7.30pm I £14.50, conc. £12.50

Jimeoin – What?!

Hilarious world-class stand-up from the internationally acclaimed star of Live at the Apollo, Royal Variety Performance, Channel 4 Comedy Gala 2012, Best of Edinburgh Comedy Festival, Jason Manford’s Comedy Rock, Best of Just For Laughs and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow.

No gimmicks, just great craic…!

“Jimeoin recalls the familiar at a fantastically silly level, boiling his audience down to a tear-filled, gibbering mess.” Scotland on Sunday www.jimeoin.com

Fri 19 & Sat 20 April I 7.30pm I £12

East Fife Male Voice Choir Annual Concert The East Fife Male Voice Choir, with their Musical Director, Jim Broadley, and Pianist, Robin Bell, present a varied programme of songs, both old and new, in this their 55th Annual Concert.

Guest soloist to be announced.

Wed 24 – Sat 27 April I 7.30pm £14, conc. £12.50 I Pre-theatre meals £10 1st Night all tickets £10 if booked by 27 March

THE BALL

RAPTURE THEATRE IN ASSOCIATION WITH ON AT FIFE PRESENT

The Sash

by Hector MacMillan

Rapture Theatre present this Scottish theatre classic in a thrilling new production. Set in Glasgow, on the day of the Orange Walk, Bill MacWilliam is determined that his son, Cameron, will join him on the walk. However, prompted by his mother’s recent death, Cameron has started to question his father’s beliefs. Throw in the arrival of the staunch, Irish catholic spinster from downstairs with her pregnant niece, and comic chaos and dramatic conflict ensue. Father is pitted against son, and niece against aunt, as old prejudices are questioned and new ideals sought.

Typical Scottish humour and thought provoking drama guarantee a great night out!

PAGE 14

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583302 Thur 9 May I 8pm I £12, conc. £10 I All tickets £10 if booked by 11 April

GILDED BALLOON

The Agony and The Ecstasy of Steve Jobs

THE BALL

An hilarious and harrowing tale where we meet Steve Jobs and Chinese workers toiling to make our beloved iPhones. Explore the legality and morality of electronic sweatshops in China, complete with armed guards, underage workers and disturbing tales of the toxic effects of hexane in these factories. Agony shows how one man’s story might not be able to topple an empire, but it can certainly give it a righteous shove. “a brilliant, sardonic synopsis of Apple’s rise to the top” ★★★★ Telegraph

theatre on the edge

Fri 10 May I 7.30pm I £10

East Fife Ladies Choir With a 60+ strong choir, East Fife Ladies Choir perform a wide variety of enjoyable music. At this performance they are joined by special guests Scott Mitchell (pianist and accompanist at the Royal Conservatoire) and Gordon Cree (conductor, arranger, pianist, singer, organist and cabaret entertainer).

Sun 12 May I 4pm I £12.50, conc. £10

LIVE BROADCAST FROM THE BOLSHOI

Romeo and Juliet Expect a real treat here as part of our Bolshoi Live season, with one of the world’s most respected ballet companies bringing to life the greatest tragic love story ever told – Romeo and Juliet! Anna Balukova and Alexander Volchkov take on the title roles of the performance in Sergei Prokofiev’s working of this classic tale. This ballet is considered to be one of his most esteemed, thanks to its inspired melodies, variety of rhythms and memorable characters. Join the Capulets and Montagues for a Sunday afternoon of forbidden love and ultimate despair!

Coming Soon: Thur 16 May

7pm

National Theatre Live Broadcast: This House

Sat 18 May

8pm

Chris Ramsey

Fri 31 May

7.30pm

Tom Stade Totally Rocks!

PAGE 15

Fife Comedy Circuit There is no excuse to miss these exceptional comics with ON at Fife’s new Comedy Circuit.

You can catch them at any one of 3 dates and 3 venues! Let the hilarity commence!

Tue 19 Feb Carnegie Hall I Wed 20 Feb Adam Smith Theatre I Thur 21 Feb Rothes Halls All performances start at 8pm I £10, conc. £8 I ALL TICKETS £7.50 IF BOOKED BY 22 JAN

Owen O’Neill Struck by Lightning

THE BALL

Owen O’Neill; comedian, actor, playwright, poet, star of hit Edinburgh Fringe productions Twelve Angry Men, One Flew Over The Cuckoo’s Nest and The Odd Couple is, as far as we know, the only comedian alive to have been struck by lightning, whilst robbing the nunnery orchard of all places. He glowed in the dark for two weeks, developed a stammer and a firm belief that he was indestructible. Owen’s comic ability has taken him to audiences all across the world. His speciality, outside of the comedy circuit, is the one man show, once described by Time Out as “Stand-up theatre”. He has won several awards including a Perrier nomination and two Fringe Firsts at The Edinburgh Festival.

“O’Neill is riding a wave and you’d be wise to catch it whilst you can.” Broadway Baby

Tue 19 Mar Carnegie Hall I Wed 20 Mar Adam Smith Theatre I Thur 21 Mar Rothes Halls All performances start at 8pm I £10, conc. £8 I ALL TICKETS £7.50 IF BOOKED BY 22 FEB

Mrs Barbara Nice – Mrs Nice

THE BALL

Mrs Barbara Nice invites you to forget your troubles, be happy and join everyone’s favourite housewife in celebrating the here and now and making our own fun in austerity Britain. She is worried that we are living in a world of ever diminishing friendliness where we keep ourselves to ourselves, heads down afraid to catch anyone’s eye. Expect a friendly, inclusive atmosphere with home truths, great timing and unique comic insights into the human condition. Mrs Barbara Nice is the comic creation of Janice Connolly – who played the cult character ‘Holy Mary’ in Peter Kay’s acclaimed C4 TV series Phoenix Nights.

“Catch her before she goes stratospheric.” The Scotsman Tue 23 Apr Adam Smith Theatre I Wed 24 Apr Carnegie Hall I Thur 25 Apr Rothes Halls All performances start at 8pm I £10, conc. £8 I ALL TICKETS £7.50 IF BOOKED BY 27 MARCH

Sarfraz Manzoor

in The Boss Rules – How Bruce Springsteen Changed My Life

THE BALL

In his brand new one man show Sarfraz Manzoor tackles race, religion and rock ‘n’ roll.

He believes Bruce Springsteen’s songs contain the secrets of life, love and happiness. The journalist and broadcaster- best known for his work in The Guardian, BBC2’s Review Show and Radio 4 – takes us on a humorous journey through his life and shows how the Boss’ words saved him, then helped him get out of Luton and find the woman of his dreams. Using Springsteen’s songs as a starting point, Manzoor tackles everything from family to fatherhood to faith. www.sarfrazmanzoor.co.uk “an affable host with an engaging and touching story to tell.” Chortle PAGE 16

East Port, Dunfermline KY12 7JA Box Office: 01383 602302 Box Office open 10am – 5.30pm Mon – Sat and one hour before performances

A lovely art deco theatre in the heart of Dunfermline, Carnegie Hall presents a fantastic range of music, drama, comedy, dance and children’s shows. The adjacent Music Institute with its meeting rooms and studio theatre welcomes local arts and children’s groups and hosts the creation of new productions.

Located within Carnegie Hall, Tiffany’s stunning bistro bar is family-friendly, with terrific views across the Forth Bridges. It’s open Monday to Saturday, 10am – 3.30pm, and serves meals, snacks and home baking. The bar is open on performance, nights and our popular pre-theatre meals are available prior to certain shows. Tiffany’s can also be booked for a celebratory meal or even a small wedding.

To discuss your special event, call Tiffany’s direct on 01383 602397.

Sat 12 January I 7.30pm I £22, conc. £19

ROYAL SCOTTISH NATIONAL ORCHESTRA

A Viennese New Year Welcome in the New Year in traditional Viennese style with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra!

Join them for your annual gala of waltzes, polkas, mazurkas and arias – led, of course, by the music of the ‘Waltz Kings’ – the Strauss family.

Conducted by RSNO Leader James Clark, it is set to be a wonderful evening filled with all your Viennese favourites in the company of Scotland’s national orchestra. Keep the festive spirit alive with Voices of Spring, Overture to Die Fledermaus, Pizzicato Polka, On the Beautiful Blue Danube and much, much more!

Dunfermline Arts Guild Winter Concert Series All performances start at 8pm I Tickets £10, Student/Unemployed £1 Sun 13 Jan

Rura – a 5-piece Scottish traditional music group comprising Steven Blake, Jack Smedley, Adam Holmes, David Foley & Chris Waite

Sun 17 Feb

Joseph Long Piano Recital

Sun 17 Mar

Kosmos – comprising Violin, Viola and Accordion, this group play western contemporary music and jazz.

PAGE 17

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Thur 24 January I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10. Child £5 Pre-theatre meals £10

The Band of Her Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland Concert Series The band’s repertoire includes popular classics, Big Band, contemporary works and entertaining solo features. The Corps of Drums bring movement, colour and the tradition of the ceremonial occasions. The series continues with performances on Thursday 21 February and Thursday 21 March.

Fife

J azz FESTIVAL

For further details see www.fifejazzfestival.com

Fri 1 February I 8pm I £12.50

Norrbotten Big Band play Charles Mingus + Jim Rotondi Eric Alexander Quartet Sat 2 February I 8pm I £15

Mud Morganfield Band + Erja Lyytinen Band Thur 7 February I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10 I Pre-theatre meals £10

BALLET WEST

The Nutcracker It is the Christmas party in the Stahlbaum household and young Clara is given a beautiful Nutcracker doll. After everyone has gone to bed and the house is quiet, Clara returns to be with her Nutcracker doll and discovers that he can take her on magical adventures through the land of the Mouse King, dancing snowflakes and the wonderful land of sweets. Performing the Principal roles are Sara-Maria Smith as Sugar Plum Fairy and Jonathan Barton as the Prince. Sara and Jonathan are both graduates of the Ballet West Upper School where they achieved their ARAD and Solo Seal of the Academy. They have successfully competed in classical ballet competitions and both won medals at the Genee International Ballet Competition.

PAGE 18

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Sat 9 February I 8pm I £10, conc. £8 All tickets £7.50 if booked by 12 January

THE BALL

Big Sean, Mikey and Me This is the story of out of work actor, Ruaraidh, who talks about his day to day life: disastrous auditions, relationships with girls and his latest procrastination; writing his own one man play. But Ruaraidh is not alone, his imaginary friend Big Sean Connery is here to help with his good advice and not so good advice.

Also Ruaraidh’s Edinburgh childhood pal and rough diamond, Mikey talks to Ruaraidh from his prison cell and comes to life in tales from Edinburgh past. Will Ruaraidh find redemption from his own past and make something of his life?

An autobiographical, confessional one-man show written and performed by young(ish) Edinburgh-born actor Ruaraidh Murray who appeared in the stage revival of Trainspotting.

theatre on the edge

Wed 13 – Sat 16 February I 7.30pm; Sat Mat 2.30pm I Tickets £8 – £15

DUNFERMLINE GILBERT & SULLIVAN SOCIETY

Patience Patience is a comic opera over two acts, set in 1870’s and 1880’s England.

This highly enjoyable opera satirises the aesthetic movement of the period, epitomised by Oscar Wilde, which emphasised the values of beauty over the harsh moral and social themes that were commonplace in the literature and fine art of the time.

Thur 21 February I 11am I £5.50 I Age 6 – 9 yrs I Running time 50mins

CATHERINE WHEELS

Stuck

Stuck tells the story of two siblings dealing with life inside a small boat: they fight, they fall out, they look out for each other, just as any brother and sister would. But in the middle of the sea, with danger everywhere, can they survive?

Catherine Wheels Theatre Company has been putting on brilliant shows since 1999, and have picked up numerous awards over the years, including the Barclays Stage Award for Best Show for Children and Young People, a Fringe First, Herald Angel, a Total Theatre Award, Theatre Award UK and three Critics Awards for Theatre in Scotland.

PAGE 19

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Fri 22 February I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10 Pre-theatre meals £10 I All tickets £10 if booked by 25 Jan

GOLDFISH THEATRE

And All Because the Ladies Love a Right Guid Gab

THE BALL

The Best Thing to come out of Fife since The Skids. Things are looking rosy in Ella Baxter’s world. Her and hubby, Sawndy, are fair looking forward to a trip up the highlands for a wedding.

Aye everything is looking absolutely braw until the village’s top gossip, Babs White, bursts in Ella’s door with some big news.

A Fife version of The Steamie.

Sat 23 February I 7pm I £10

FIFE ACADEMY OF PERFORMING ARTS

Musical Extravaganza Fife’s only independent SQA approved performing arts college present this spectacular song and dance production from the full and part time academy students. Bursting at the seams with timeless classics such as Shake your Tail Feather, Diamonds are a Girl’s Best Friend and Hero we are sure to have you dancing in the aisles.

If you are interested in finding out about our classes email reception@fapa.org.uk Bring this brochure and receive a free taster class.

Wed 27 February – Sat 2 March I 7.15pm £11, conc. £9 Pre-theatre meals £10 – Fri 1 & Sat 2 March

CARNEGIE YOUTH THEATRE An amateur production by arrangement with The Really Useful Group Ltd. Lyrics by Tim Rice Music by Andrew Lloyd-Webber.

PAGE 20

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Mon 4 March I 7.45pm I £15

Toploader With over two million album sales to their name and a string of top 20 hits both at home and abroad, Toploader quickly became one of the most popular acts in British music, after forming in 1997. Their debut album, Onka’s Big Moka sold over 1 million copies and remained in the Top 5 of the UK album chart for over six months. Their cover of King Harvest’s song Dancing in the Moonlight became a global hit, and their second album Magic Hotel, reached number 3 in the UK Album Chart.

The band decided to break up in 2003 due to the demise of their record label S2 but, after an extended hiatus, released their third album, Only Human, to critical acclaim. The debut single, Never Stop Wondering, described as a “sparkling comeback” by James Walsh of Q Radio, became the unrivalled soundtrack for Sky Sports and the BBC, providing the anthem for major sporting events. www.toploaderofficial.com

“Their best album yet!” Mojo

Thur 7 March I 7.30pm I £14, conc. £12 I All tickets £10 if booked by 7 February

Heidi Talbot

THE BALL

Former lead singer with Cherish The Ladies, Co. Kildare singer Heidi Talbot is right at home in the twin worlds of Irish traditional and roots music. 2010 saw Heidi nominated for not only one, but two BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards as well as finding time to record and tour with Idlewild, Eddi Reader, Michael McGoldrick, and Kris Drever. It also saw her play sell-out concerts all over the UK and Ireland and even manage to launch her new record The Last Star to rave reviews. Playing material from her brand new record, Angels Without Wings, Heidi will be joined by world renowned Multi Instrumentalist/Producer John McCusker and the inimitable guitar playing of Ian Carr.

“A voice that’s both awestruck and tender.” New York Times Fri 8 March I 6pm I £6, conc. £3 I Age 4 – 14

Children’s Classic Concerts World-class percussion whizz kids Owen and Olly, twice-voted best music act at the Edinburgh Fringe, will be up for a laugh and ready to shake up your idea of classical music with their extraordinary performances. The lads will need your help on lots of different instruments so get ready for plenty of fun and audience participation for all the family. Starring Owen Gunnell and Oliver Cox. PAGE 21

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Sat 9 March I 7.30pm I £10.50. conc. £8.50 All tickets £7.50 if booked by 9 Feb

THE BALL

MULL THEATRE, RT PRODUCTIONS & SPHINX THEATRE COMPANY PRESENT

My Name is Rachel Corrie On March 16, 2003, Rachel Corrie, a 23-year-old American, was killed by an Israeli military bulldozer in the Gaza Strip as she was trying to prevent the demolition of Palestinian homes. My Name Is Rachel Corrie is a one-woman play composed from Rachel’s own journals, letters and emails – creating a portrait of a messy, skinny, articulate, Salvador Dali-loving chain smoker, who left her home in Olympia, Washington, “to support non-violent resistance to Israel’s military occupation.”

Rachel’s writings were edited by British actor Alan Rickman and Guardian editor Katherine Viner. A powerfully honest insight into one of the most complicated international political conflicts that continues to resonate across the world. This highly acclaimed production was a sell-out success at the Citizens Theatre, Glasgow, in March 2010. This tour will mark the 10th anniversary of Rachel’s death.

“A theatrical tour de force based on reality, resulting in a production that feels far more truthful than any of the news broadcasts covering the events around the story.” Onstage Scotland

theatre on the edge

Wed 13 March I 7.30pm I £16, conc. £14 Pre-theatre meals £10

Donnie Munro Acoustic Former Runrig front man Donnie Munro who has enjoyed considerable further success as a solo artist and writer, has recently embarked on a series of intimate acoustic shows where he has taken the opportunity of revisiting a wide range of material spanning his career with Runrig along with his solo efforts with his own band. These acoustic performances have already resulted in major sell out shows across Europe and Munro is currently making plans for a new acoustic album in the nature of a musical anthology. Munro’s Heart of America album was recently voted Album of the Year in the Scottish Trads Awards and his concept album and live show An Turas – the journey has been considered a magnanimous success by both critics and fans.

PAGE 22

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Sat 16 March I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10 All tickets £10 if booked by 16 February

THE BALL

MERCURY PRIZE NOMINEE

Sam Lee and friends with support Thomas McCarthy

Sam Lee, Mercury Prize nominated folk singer, promoter and animateur released his debut album Ground Of Its Own in June 2012. The recording is a musical manifesto, reflecting the artistic journey Sam has taken so far and the less than conventional route getting there.

A naturally gifted voice, singing was new to him until his first encounter with folk song some 6 years ago. This discovery of a new world compelled him to abandon his work as a visual artist and embark on a journey into the old songs of The British Isles.

Sam is fast becoming accepted as a new pioneer, defining the sound, sight and texture of contemporary folksong. He was given the 2011 Arts Foundation Award, which for the first time, honoured folk music amongst the art forms. Likewise his live band, Sam Lee and Friends, carve a new acoustic with their homemade and mongrelised instrumentation using unconventional and contemporary arrangements that challenge preconceptions of what traditional folk should sound like.

Sun 17 March I 3pm I £15, conc. £12.50

Carlton Mains Frickley Colliery Band See one of the biggest names in the brass band world this Spring. Currently no.10 in the World, the band was established in 1884 in West Yorkshire. The original bandsmen worked in the local lime kilns, quarries and brick yards with one of the bands’ first engagements playing at Queen Victoria’s Jubilee celebrations.

In November 1923, the band adopted its current name from the then mine owners, the Carlton Main Coal Company. The next 50 years saw the band at the very top of the brass band movement, winning almost every major title.

The band count themselves fortunate to have many truly world class musicians in their ranks including the multi-award-winning Principal Cornet player Kirsty Abbotts, whose many awards include being the solo champion of Great Britain and best soloist at the English Nationals.

PAGE 23

JANUARY

at a glance

page no.

Sat 12

7.30pm

RSNO Viennese Gala

Carnegie Hall

17

Sun 13

8pm

Dunfermline Arts Guild – Rura

Carnegie Hall

17

Mon 14 – Sun 20

7.30pm; Sat Mat 2.30pm

FMC Panto – Jack and the Beanstalk

Carnegie Hall

Thur 24

7.30pm

HM Band of the Royal Marines

Carnegie Hall

Thur 17

7pm

NT Live – The Magistrate

Adam Smith Theatre

4

Fri 25

7.30pm

The Fence Collective

Adam Smith Theatre

5

Sat 26

8pm

Craig Hill – Jock’s Trap

Adam Smith Theatre

5

Sun 27

3pm

Live from the Bolshoi – La Bayadère

Adam Smith Theatre

5

Fife Festival of Music

Adam Smith Theatre & Carnegie Hall

7.30pm

Infinite Scotland

Rothes Halls

Mon 28 – Fri 8 Feb Thur 31

18

37

FEBRUARY Fri 1 – Sun 3

8pm

Fife Jazz Festival

AS, CH, RH

Wed 6 – Sat 9

7pm

Manipulate Festival

Lochgelly Centre

6, 18, 37

Wed 6

7.30pm

Royal Scottish Geographical Society

Carnegie Hall

Thur 7

7.30pm

Ballet West – The Nutcracker

Carnegie Hall

18

Sat 9

8pm

Big Sean, Mikey and Me

Carnegie Hall

19 38

33 & 34

Sat 9

7.30pm

Stage & Screen – Seonaid Aitken

Rothes Halls

Wed 13

8pm

Murder, Marple and Me

Adam Smith Theatre

Wed 13 – Sat 16

7.30pm; Sat 2.30pm

Dunfermline G&S Society – Patience

Carnegie Hall

19

Wed 13

7.30pm

Cannon, Campbell, Watchorn & O’Connor

Rothes Halls

38

Thur 14

7.30pm

Viennese Strauss Gala

Adam Smith Theatre

Thur 14 & Fri 15

7.30pm

Leslie Amateur Dramatic Society – 3 One Act Plays

Rothes Halls

Fri 15 & Sat 16

7.30pm

An Evening with K.A.D.S.

Adam Smith Theatre

7

Sun 17

3pm

The Lost Art of the Film Explainer

Adam Smith Theatre

7

Sun 17

8pm

Dunfermline Arts Guild – Joseph Long

Carnegie Hall

Tue 19

8pm

Fife Comedy Circuit – Owen O’Neill

Carnegie Hall

16

Wed 20

8pm

Fife Comedy Circuit – Owen O’Neill

Adam Smith Theatre

16

Thur 21 – Sat 23

7.15pm; Sat Mat 2.30pm

Kirkcaldy Youth Music Theatre – Miss Saigon

Adam Smith Theatre

Thur 21

11am

Catherine Wheels – Stuck

Carnegie Hall

6

6 38

17

7 19

Thur 21

7.30pm

HM Band of the Royal Marines

Carnegie Hall

18

Thur 21

7.30pm

Nathan Carter with Special Guest Lisa Stanley

Rothes Halls

39

Thur 21

8pm

Fife Comedy Circuit – Owen O’Neill

Rothes Halls

16

Fri 22

7.30pm

And All Because the Ladies Love a Right Guid Gab

Carnegie Hall

20

Fri 22

7.30pm

Rock Anthems

Rothes Halls

39

Sat 23

7pm

Fife Academy of Performing Arts

Carnegie Hall

20

Sat 23

7pm

Youth 1st Fiddlers’ Rally

Rothes Halls

39

Tue 26 & Wed 27

7.30pm

Vox Motus – Slick

Adam Smith Theatre

Wed 27 – Sat 2 Mar 7.15pm

Carnegie Youth Theatre – Jesus Christ Superstar

Carnegie Hall

Thur 28

7.30pm

Beyond the Barricade

Adam Smith Theatre

Thur 28

10am

The Boy in the Striped Pyjamas (12A)

Adam Smith Theatre

G.A.M.A. Youth – Lights, GAMA, Action

Rothes Halls

Thur 28 – Sat 2 Mar 7.15pm

8 20 8 39

MARCH Fri 1

7.15pm

Roblyn School of Dance – Ten & Ten

Adam Smith Theatre

Mon 4

7.45pm

Toploader

Carnegie Hall

21

9 35

Tue 5

2pm

Tea Dance for Maggie’s Centre, Kirkcaldy

Lochgelly Centre

Wed 6

7.30pm

Royal Scottish Geographical Society

Carnegie Hall

Thur 7

7.30pm

Heidi Talbot

Carnegie Hall

21

Thur 7

7.30pm

Take That 2

Rothes Halls

40

Thur 7 – Sat 9

7.30pm; Sat Mat 2.30pm

Kirkcaldy G&S Society – The Sorcerer

Adam Smith Theatre

Fri 8

6pm

Children’s Classic Concert

Carnegie Hall

Fri 8

7.30pm

An Evening with Jai McDowall

Rothes Halls

40

Sat 9

7.30pm

Mull Theatre – My Name is Rachel Corrie

Carnegie Hall

22

Sat 9

11am & 1.30pm

Round String Theatre – Faerie Stories

Adam Smith Theatre

PAGE 24

9 21

9

page no.

MARCH Sat 9 Wed 13 Thur 14 Fri 15 Sat 16 Sat 16 Sat 16 Sun 17 Sun 17 Sun 17 Mon 18 Tue 19 Wed 20 Wed 20 Thur 21 Thur 21 Thur 21 Fri 22 Fri 22 Sat 23 Sat 23 Sat 23 Sun 24 Tue 26 & Wed 27 Tue 26 – Sat 30 Fri 29 & Sat 30 Sat 30 Sun 31

7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 3pm 3pm 8pm 7.30pm 8pm 2.30pm 8pm 7pm 7.30pm 8pm 8pm 7.30pm 2pm & 7pm 7pm 7.30pm 8pm 7pm 7.15pm; Sat Mat 2pm 6.30pm; Sat 12.30pm 7.30pm 4pm

Unforgettable Donnie Munro – Acoustic Let’s Talk Bike The J-Word – Trio Red and Yellowjackets Icarus Theatre Company – Spring Awakening Sam Lee with support Thomas McCarthy Scocha Carlton Mains Frickley Colliery Band Kirkcaldy Orchestral Society Dunfermline Arts Guild – Kosmos Paul Tonkinson – Fancy Man Fife Comedy Circuit – Mrs Barbara Nice We’ll Meet Again Fife Comedy Circuit – Mrs Barbara Nice NT Live Broadcast – Alan Bennett’s People HM Band of the Royal Marines Fife Comedy Circuit – Mrs Barbara Nice Jerry Sadowitz The Russian Cossacks Stage Dance School Glenrothes Choral Society Spring Concert The Russian Cossacks Barry & Stuart – Show and Tell Dunnikier School – Annie Jnr Rosyth & District Musical Society – Oliver!

NRJ Dance Studios How to Make A Killing In Bollywood Live from the Bolshoi – The Rite of Spring

Rothes Halls Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls Rothes Halls Adam Smith Theatre Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls Carnegie Hall Adam Smith Theatre Carnegie Hall Carnegie Hall Carnegie Hall Adam Smith Theatre Adam Smith Theatre Adam Smith Theatre Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls Adam Smith Theatre Carnegie Hall Adam Smith Theatre Rothes Halls Rothes Halls Rothes Halls Adam Smith Theatre Carnegie Hall Adam Smith Theatre Rothes Halls Adam Smith Theatre

40 22 41 41 10 23 41 23 10 17 26 16 10 16 11 18 16 11 26

Various 7.30pm 7.30pm; Sat Mat 2.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 2pm 10.30am Various 8pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7pm 7.30pm; Wed 1pm 2pm 8pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 9.30am 8pm 7.30pm 8pm 8pm 7.30pm 7pm 7.30pm 7.30pm

Puppet Animation Festival Why Not! Musical Theatre Company Bugsy Malone Hats Off To Led Zeppelin Showaddywaddy

All theatres 12, 27, 35, 43 Carnegie Hall 27 Adam Smith Theatre 12 Rothes Halls 44 Rothes Halls 44

Visible Fictions – The Mark of Zorro The Singing Kettle – Rumble in the Jungle Peapod Productions – Passing Through Splinters Productions – The Matchmaker The Burlesque Show 10cc’s Graham Gouldman’s Heart Full of Songs One Night of Elvis BandBazi – Mindwalking LCT – The Importance of Being Earnest Peter Morrison – Broadway and Beyond II Cahalen Morrison & Eli West Jimeoin – What?!

Sell A Door Theatre Company – 1984 The Patsy Cline Show East Fife Male Voice Choir Annual Concert Claudia Aurora Stars from Strictly Come Dancing Fife Brass Band Festival Fife Comedy Circuit – Sarfraz Manzoor Rapture Theatre – The Sash Fife Comedy Circuit – Sarfraz Manzoor Fife Comedy Circuit – Sarfraz Manzoor Jive Talkin’ – A tribute to the Bee Gees Fused Identity 2013 James Grant The Thing About Psychopaths

Carnegie Hall Adam Smith Theatre Tiffany’s, Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls Carnegie Hall Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls Lochgelly Centre Adam Smith Theatre Rothes Halls Tiffany’s, Carnegie Hall Adam Smith Theatre Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls Adam Smith Theatre Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls Carnegie Hall Adam Smith Theatre Adam Smith Theatre Carnegie Hall Rothes Halls Carnegie Hall Lochgelly Centre Carnegie Hall Carnegie Hall

42 42 11 26 42 12

APRIL Mon 1 – Sat 6 Wed 3 – Sat 6 Fri 5 & Sat 6 Fri 5 Sat 6 Tue 9 Wed 10 Thur 11 – Sun 14 Thur 11 Thur 11 Fri 12 Sat 13 Sat 13 Sun 14 Tue 16 & Wed 17 Tue 16 Wed 17 Thur 18 Thur 18 Thur 18 Fri 19 & Sat 20 Fri 19 Fri 19 Sat 20 Tue 23 Wed 24 – Sat 27 Wed 24 Thur 25 Fri 26 Fri 26 & Sat 27 Sat 27 Tue 30

27 13 28 45 28 28 45 35 13 45 29 14 29 46 14 29 46 30 16 14 16 16 30 36 30 31

PAGE 25

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Mon 18 March I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10

Paul Tonkinson – Fancy Man After storming the UK and International comedy circuit for years and much badgering from fellow professionals, Yorkshire man, and former (double award-winning) Time Out Comedian of the Year, Tonkinson takes to the road, with his eagerly anticipated debut tour. Audiences can now encounter the full Tonkinson phenomenon; a master of physicality and impressions with a plethora of first class material brought to life with tremendous charm and infectious energy. Expect explosive, exuberant, tender comic reflections on love, food, family and the day-to-day idiosyncrasies of early 21st century living from one of the finest comedians in the UK.

You’re guaranteed first-class laughs from a sensational live performer and top-billing stand-up star.

Simply one of the greatest comics around. Go see him!” Michael McIntyre

Fri 22 March I 7.30pm I £18.50, conc. £16.50 Pre-theatre meals £10

The Russian Cossacks 300 costumes, 40 world-class performers in UK venues for over 50 days and 1,000 litres of Vodka can only mean one thing – Russian State Dance Ensemble is back. The Cossacks’ fiery dances and songs are as true and honest as the souls of their country folk. Particular attention has been paid to the detail of the Cossacks’ wonderfully traditional and elaborate costumes.

The highlight of this spectacular show is the Great Cossack Dance for which special sabres have been constructed out of titanium, ensuring that sparks really do fly. Come and behold the glowing vitality, immense warmth and strength of character that is, the life of a Russian Cossack.

Don’t worry if you can’t make Friday night, there’s another chance to see the Cossacks at Rothes Halls on Saturday 23 March.

Tue 26 – Sat 30 March I 7.15pm, Sat mat 2pm £12, conc. £10 Sat Mat All tickets £10 I Family Ticket for evening performances £40 (2 Adults and 2 Children or 1 Adult and 3 Children) I Pre-theatre meals Fri & Sat £10

ROSYTH & DISTRICT MUSICAL SOCIETY PRESENT

Oliver!

This is a very popular family show for all ages, with many well known songs such as Food, Glorious Food, Consider Yourself, Pick a Pocket or Two and As Long as He Needs Me. This is a new venture for the Company and promises to offer an extremely rewarding evening to all that come along to the run of shows at Carnegie Hall. Please sir, can I have some more…

PAGE 26

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Wed 3 April I 10.30am & 1.30pm I £4.50, conc. £3.50 I Age 3+

THE PUPPET LAB PRESENTS

Each Peach Pear Plum Adapted from the book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg, Each Peach Pear Plum is a game of ‘I spy’ for little ones and their families. Tom Thumb’s in the cupboard, Mother Hubbard’s on the stairs, Where are the Three Bears? With songs and music the production brings to life a variety of nursery rhyme characters played by a wide range of puppets, all on their way to Mother Hubbard’s for some Plum Pie.

“an enchantingly detailed show, that draws many excitable oohs and aahs.” The Scotsman Wed 3 – Sat 6 April I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10 Pre-theatre meals Friday and Saturday £10

Why Not? Musical Theatre Company For the purrfect night out, come along to Why Not? Theatre Company’s latest show, which is sure to lift your whiskers! This talented cast who brought you previous productions such as Les Miserables, Crazy for You and Fame, will bring you the story of the Jellicles in a show that's packed with music and dance and sure to leave you feline great!

Tue 9 & Wed 10 April I 2pm (Tue); 10.30am (Wed) £7, conc. £5 I All tickets £5 if booked by 12 March I Age 5+

THE BALL

VISIBLE FICTIONS

The Mark of Zorro A mysterious figure has arrived in town. A flurry of a cape, the glint of a sword and a flash of a mask; who is this baffling character?

Exciting friend or formidable foe?

If you’re looking for some swash buckling fun, come and lock swords with Zorro. Watch as our masked champion ricochets from one sticky situation to another in a world where adventure is the name and justice is the game! Watch out for ‘Z’s scratched into the ground, it might mark the start of a thrilling escapade...

Script originally commissioned and co-produced with the Traverse Theatre.

PAGE 27

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Thur 11 April I 8pm I £10, conc. £8 I All tickets £7.50 if booked by 14 March

PEAPOD PRODUCTIONS

THE BALL

Passing Through

by Alistair Rutherford

There’s been a terrible mistake! The Dockers Social Club booked The Ace of Spades thinking it was a Motorhead tribute band, but they got Tommy the Magician instead. Tommy’s made a sharp exit and is nursing a pint and a bruised ego in the pub down the road when Alice stomps in from the rain.

She’s soaked, been stood up and that’s it, she's had it forever with romance.

What neither of them know is that some magic might just be round the corner.

Or is true love just another conjuring trick, a sleight of hand?

This is a new romantic comedy by Alistair Rutherford (BBC Radio 4, BBC Radio Scotland) performed in an interactive cabaret style at Tiffany’s, Carnegie Hall. “sure to put a smile on the face of all but the hardest-hearted.” The Herald

Fri 12 April I 7.30pm I £19 I Pre-theatre meals £10

The Burlesque Show Welcome to a stunning night of sophisticated tease with wonderful comedy and music, featuring the UK’s finest artistes of the genre. Beautiful choreography, hilarious routines and classic humour combine to deliver the most highly regarded production of its kind in the UK. This award winning performance is a great introduction to the genre for those unfamiliar with burlesque as well as ardent followers of this enduringly provocative art form. www.theburlesqueshow.co.uk

Sat 13 April I 7.30pm I £22.50 I Pre-theatre meals £10

10cc’s Graham Gouldman presents Heart Full of Songs In Spring 2013, under the banner of Graham Gouldman’s Heart Full of Songs, Gouldman and his 10cc bandmates Rick Fenn, Mick Wilson and Mike Stevens will be giving a series of intimate 90-minute acoustic performances at a select few venues in the UK including Carnegie Hall.

The show will feature 10cc classics such as I’m Not In Love and Dreadlock Holiday; pre-10cc Gouldman hits such as Bus Stop and Look Through Any Window (written for The Hollies), Heart Full of Soul and For Your Love (The Yardbirds) and No Milk Today (Herman’s Hermits); as well as songs from his highly acclaimed new solo album Love And Work, and some surprises.

PAGE 28

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Wed 17 April I 8pm I £12, conc. £10 All tickets £10 if booked by 20 March

THE BALL

music at

Cahalen Morrison & Eli West When Morrison and West released their debut album The Holy Coming of The Storm in early 2011 it received almost universal acclaim and ended up in many a top ten album list at the end of the year. Their unique blend of studied antiquity with their songwriting skills and superb picking and singing struck a chord with listeners and they topped it off with a triumphant Celtic Connections appearance.

18 months later they released the follow up, Our Lady of the Tall Trees, an album that continues in much the same vein as its predecessor which is tantamount to saying that it’s essential listening. Cahalen and Eli are two highly talented multi-instrumentalists whose gorgeous earthy old time music is pure authenticity.

“Thrilling.” The List Thur 18 April I 7.30pm I £10.50, conc. £8.50. Schools £7 All tickets £8.50 if booked by 21 March I Pre-theatre meals £10

THE BALL

SELL A DOOR THEATRE COMPANY

1984 “War is Peace. Freedom is Slavery. Ignorance is Strength”. Following sell-out tours of Spring Awakening and Lord of the Flies, Sell a Door Theatre Company’s new production is Matthew Dunster’s faithful adaptation of George Orwell’s Dystopian Science Fiction novel.

Winston Smith rewrites history for the Ministry of Truth, but when he’s handed a note that says simply ‘I love you’ by a woman he hardly knows, he decides to risk everything in a search for the real truth. Can he hold fast or will he renounce everything and learn to love Big Brother?

In what many consider to be one the greatest works of British fiction, Orwell has created his own ‘double speak’, with concepts such as Big Brother and Room 101, infiltrating the global consciousness. This is your chance to see the novel brought to life through the creative imaginings of London’s multi award winning Sell a Door Theatre Company.

Fri 19 April I 7.30pm I £12 I All tickets £10 if booked by 22 March

Claudia Aurora

THE BALL

Growing up in the countryside surrounding the Portuguese city of Porto, Claudia Aurora lived on a diet of hard-nosed rock music. It was only when she moved to Bristol nearly a decade ago that a latent appreciation of fado – the folk-blues of her homeland that, perhaps appropriately, resonates with highly emotional themes of loss and longing – began to develop. And Claudia’s more than made amends in the intervening years, effortlessly gliding towards fado’s top table with each syllable uttered by her traffic-stopping voice every bit as beguiling as the work of her compatriots Mariza and Ana Moura. Not only was Claudia’s debut album, Silencio, the first fado record cut in the UK in more than half a century, it also announced an impressive new talent. Great things clearly come to those who wait.

“A beguiling voice! And her instrumentalists are superb!” The Scotsman PAGE 29

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Sat 20 April I 9.30am I £5, conc. £4

Fife Brass Band Festival This year’s Festival features bands from Scotland, England and Northern Ireland coming together to entertain the people of Fife. Each band will be performing their own choice of repertoire which they have especially selected to delight audiences. With a wide range of musical offerings over a full day of entertaining performances, the Festival is sure to contain musical offerings to please fans of Brass Band music.

Fri 26 April I 7.30pm I £16.50, conc. £15.50 Pre-theatre meals £10

Jive Talkin’ perform The Bee Gees Story Saturday Night Fever gets temperatures rising at Carnegie Hall, as Jive Talkin’ hits town. Presenting the story of this incredible band’s discography with three compelling leading acts, you can see why the Bee Gees gained such popularity, clocking up over 200 million record sales, including 30 UK top hit singles.

Accompanied by a live String Section to compliment both the heavily orchestrated 60s hits such as Massachusetts & Words and the many string heavy, disco classics such as Stayin’ Alive and Night Fever, the Bee Gees catalogue of hits is bought to life in its most pure form.

Sat 27 April I 7.30pm I £13

James Grant 2013 is a big year for James Grant, with the newly reformed top Scottish band Love And Money’s opus The Devil’s Debt already receiving rave reviews everywhere and the forthcoming as yet untitled ‘Best Of’ album, his plans for world domination are surely gathering momentum.

Widely regarded as one of the best singer/songwriters and performers in the business that we call ‘show’, James will play an array of his classic songs from the eighties, through the noughties and beyond. This is music from the heart that will stir the soul.

“Songwriting at its zenith.” Mojo “Lyrics good enough to be read as poetry.” Uncut PAGE 30

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Tue 30 April I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10 Tickets £10 if booked by 27 February

THE BALL

RED LADDER THEATRE COMPANY

The Thing About Psychopaths A searing new drama from playwright Ben Tagoe (Cold Turkey at Nana’s – Oran Mor/Perth Theatre, Bittersweet Sunshine – Red Ladder and BBC Writers Academy).

theatre on the edge

Britain. 2013. Times are hard, but the money’s still out there if you know where to look. Young, ambitious Noel gets his big break at one of the country’s largest financial institutions. But when he finds himself caught up in corporate fraud he realises too late that he’s out of his depth. Whether it’s prison or a corporation, the big boys make their own rules. It’s their game and only the fittest survive.

Thur 2 May I 7.30pm I £12, conc. £10 All tickets £10 if booked by 4 April

THE BALL

Vamm Newly formed in 2012, Shetland born Catriona MacDonald (Blazin’ Fiddles), Perthshire’s Patsy Reid (Founding member of Breabach) and Norwegian Marit Falt seamlessly create a dynamic yet intimate sound that will take your breath away.

A stunning live illustration of sheer talent, this exciting string trio weaves together melodies and harmonies, creating a rich sound that bursts with texture and groove. Vamm release their debut album late Spring 2013.

Fri 3 May I 7.30pm I £12.50, conc. £10.50 All tickets £10 if booked by 5 April

THE BALL

Arthur Smith Exposed!

Join comedian, writer, broadcaster and all-round British institution Arthur Smith and bask in an evening of laughter and off the wall humour with one of the ‘alternative comedians’ who shook up the world of light entertainment in the eighties and nineties. Expect an evening of sublime playfulness, crammed with jokes, anecdotes, short stories, poems, songs and readings from his recently published memoir My Name Is Daphne Fairfax which has won praise from literary critics.

A BBC regular, well known for his appearances on TV including Grumpy Old Men, Q.I. and Have I Got News For You, Arthur is simply one of the UK’s funniest and most original comic performers out there and is guaranteed to bring you a night of hilarity, mirth and scandal... with a touch of his customary rudeness thrown in for good measure.

PAGE 31

www.onfife.com Box Office 01383 602302 Sat 4 May I 7.30pm I £17.50, conc. £15.50 Pre-theatre meals £10 I All tickets £13 if booked by 6 April

THE BALL

THE J-WORD PRESENTS

Trilok Gurtu/Paolo Fresu/Omar Sosa Fraser Fifield and Graeme Stephen Three of the most adventurous musicians are brought together for an evening of musical magic. India’s Trilok Gurtu is widely regarded as the world’s greatest percussionist; his totally individual technique combines Indian tradition with many other styles to stunning effect. “Gurtu seduced the auditorium with awesome percussion magic and pure theatre.” The Herald. Lyrical Sardinian trumpeter Paolo Fresu has absorbed the influences of Miles Davies and Louis Armstrong into his own uniquely passionate voice. “One of the great stars of European jazz.” The Independent. Cuban pianist Omar Sosa fuses a wide range of jazz, world music and electronic elements with his native Afro-Cuban roots to create a completely fresh sound. “Atmospheric, joyously physical, profound and playful, and always utterly absorbing” The Herald. Guitarist Graeme Stephen, currently Scottish Jazz Award winner for innovation, provides the perfect foil for Fraser Fifield’s pipes, sax, whistles and electronics. Together they make a truly original sound, rooted in the Scottish folk tradition but exploratory by nature.

Fri 11 & Sat 12 May I 7.15pm with Sat Mat 2.15pm £12, conc. £10 I Pre-theatre meals £10

KELTY MUSICAL ASSOCIATION PRESENT

The Pajama Game The Pajama Game debuted on Broadway in 1954 and made its way to the silver screen a few years later, with the irrepressible Doris Day in the leading role! Now Kelty Musical Association lets you enjoy numbers such as Hernando’s Hideaway, Hey There and Steam Heat with this musical performance, brought to you by the company who presented the much enjoyed Oklahoma! in 2012.

Tue 14 May I 7pm I £8

The Woodmill Singers Dunfermline’s very own mixed Choir bring you ‘their kind of music’ with Musical Director Jill Middleton and pianist Mr Sandy Saddler. There’s something for everyone with a mix of ballads, folk songs, opera and popular music.

Coming Soon: Wed 15 May Fri 17 May Sat 18 May Wed 29 May PAGE 32

7.30pm 7.30pm 7.30pm 8pm

The Zombies theatre on the Right Lines Productions Be Silent or Be Killed edge Magic – A tribute to Queen State of the Union Boo Hewerdine & Brooks Williams

Bank Street, Lochgelly KY5 9RD Box Office: 01592 583303 Box Office open 10am –5.30pm Mon – Sat and one hour before performances Since re-opening nearly a year ago, Lochgelly Centre has been busier than ever. This lovely modern facility houses a new modern library, art gallery, local office services, art rooms, meeting rooms, sports hall and studio theatre as well as the main theatre auditorium. These spaces are available for hire for sports activities, clubs or events. In addition, the Centre offers a wide range of arts based courses and classes, full details of which are found at www.onfife.com Fifespace Galleries ON at Lochgelly will be featuring new exhibition programmes of paintings, textiles, prints and photographs. Forthcoming themes include local countryside and an installation based on the Antarctic.

Lilly’s café bar serves a variety of hot and cold refreshments, making it the perfect destination for a relaxing break or a light lunch. Lilly’s is open 10am – 3pm Mon – Sat and also offers a Call and Collect service with food freshly made on request and packed up, ready to take away and enjoy. The bar is open for all performances.

Lochgelly Centre is the only host venue in Fife! Each year Puppet Animation Scotland’s Manipulate Visual Theatre Festival brings powerful pieces of visual theatre and animation from around the world to Scotland. They present the work of world-renowned performers and directors in programmes designed to entertain, intrigue and inspire. So leave any preconceptions at the door and enter the vibrant world of the best of innovative international theatre and film.

All performances start at 7pm Tickets £10, conc. £8 See 2 shows for £15, conc. £10 Wed 6 Feb I Age 14+

TIP CONNECTION (FINLAND)

To The End of Love When a happy young bride is left alone in the splendid castle of her husband, she discovers quite by chance that there have been other women before her. Driven by passion and unceasing curiosity she enters the hidden space of her man’s secrets and is led down a dangerous path of self-exploration and possibly, to the end of love…

Inspired by the legendary tale of Blue Beard’s Castle, TIP Connection – a group of dynamic young theatre artists from Finland, France, Lithuania and Russia – has created a stylish and powerful piece of visual theatre which wordlessly explores the perils and peculiarities of the green-eyed jealousy one can feel so painfully when confronted by a loved one’s past.

PAGE 33

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583303 All performances start at 7pm Tickets £10, conc. £8 See 2 shows for £15, conc. £10

www.manipulatefestival.org Thur 7 Feb I Age 12+

CLOUD EYE CONTROL (USA)

Final Space, Ocean Flight, Myth and Infrastructure Final Space tells the original story of a young woman, Ina, beckoned out of her lucid dream state by a malfunctioning dream-sucking machine. Her body then merges with animation, and the relationship between her own memory and technology is tested.

In Ocean Flight, Charles Lindbergh’s trans-Atlantic flight is re-told as a cyborg meeting of man and media, climaxing with Lindbergh’s fleeting metamorphosis into a winged creature. And, in Myth and Infrastructure – Miwa Matreyek’s acclaimed solo performance – we enter a fantastical world which dissolves the barriers between the real and illusory. A central theme in the Cloud Eye Control’s work is the exploration of human adaptation in a technological world.

Fri 8 Feb I Age 14+

THE PAPER CINEMA (ENGLAND)

The Odyssey Nine years after the end of the Trojan War, King Odysseus has still not returned home.

In his absence, his house has been besieged by suitors who are after his crown, his wife and his lands. All the while raging storms and supernatural forces prevail over one man’s almighty and enduring quest to return to hearth and home. First appearing at manipulate in 2008, award-winning company The Paper Cinema returns with its epic new production of Homer’s cornerstone of world literature. Beautiful cinematic projection, cunning tricks and masterful animation transform a suitcase full of cut-out paper puppets into a rich array of living characters and striking landscapes.

“Brings the story’s excitement to life in a way which makes you remember just how good it is.“ The Scotsman

Sat 9 Feb I Age 10+

PHYSICAL THEATRE (SCOTLAND)

After the Wave Without warning a community is invaded and engulfed by a great black wave of destruction and despair. What once was, is no more. The lives of survivors are reduced to a few meaningless possessions. But despite the destruction all around them still there is laughter and light. It is found in those fleeting memories and simple moments of humanity we all recognise. Inspired by images of tsunami victims huddled in cardboard box ‘homes’ and Maja Daniels’ baleful pictures of Alzheimer’s sufferers, this performance uses life-size puppets, mask work and live music to explore how physical disasters located in the wider world are reflected in the human body.

PAGE 34

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583303 Tue 5 March I 2pm – 4pm I £7

Tea Dance to benefit Maggie’s Kirkcaldy Grace Black and Walter Ireland present an afternoon of easy listening music to get your toes tapping. Profits will go to Maggie’s Centre, Kirkcaldy to help in their work supporting people with cancer. Tickets price includes tea and cake.

Fri 5 April I 11am I £4.50, conc. £3.50 Age 0 – 5 years

FREE RANGE PUPPETEERS

Celeste’s Circus A charming and engaging first trip to the circus for 0 – 5 year olds. As an endearing cast of circus characters emerge from a giant pop-up book, it feels like you’ve come out of your seat and straight into the circus ring! Come laugh, clap, cheer and help to bring the circus to life!

Sun 14 April I 7pm I £10, conc. £8

BandBazi Mind Walking What happens when an ageing mind can no longer hide its deepest secrets?

Bobby has seen remarkable times. Leaving India forty years ago as a young man he found love and a new life in the UK with Moira. Disowned by his family, he eliminates all trace of his religion and culture from his life … until he develops Alzheimer’s. As secrets and stories tumble out of Bobby’s mouth, his family starts to question the truth about their heritage.

By acclaimed stage playwright and EastEnders writer Tanika Gupta and performed by BandBazi Mind Walking combines aerial hoop with an emotionally charged, character-driven story. Moving, powerful, ethereal; Mind Walking celebrates an extraordinary story, the enduring love of a mature couple and a family’s discovery of their cultural heritage.

“Mind Walking is extraordinary, and I’m not just talking about the acting or the script.” The Stage PAGE 35

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 583303 Fri 26 & Sat 27 April I 7pm I £8.50, conc. £7

Fused Identity 2013 On The Runn presents their latest showcase of dance, energy and sheer hard work. Dancers aged from 3 – 18 will entertain you, performing in many different dance styles including Jazz, Contemporary, Street and Musical Theatre. Combining top music from across the decades and encompassing a wide variety of dancing styles, come and give the enthusiastic performers your support and applause.

Sun 12 & Mon 13 May I Sun 2pm; Mon 11.30am £10, conc. £8.50 I Age 4+

TALL STORIES

The Gruffalo’s Child Adapted from the picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler

The Gruffalo said that no gruffalo should Ever set foot in the deep dark wood…

But one wild and windy night the Gruffalo’s child ignores her father’s warning and tiptoes out into the snow. After all, the Big Bad Mouse doesn’t really exist… does he?

Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 4 and up, and their adults.

“Fun, daft and a little scary!” Time Out

Supported by Fife Youth Jazz Orchestra

Fife Summer Jazz Course 2013 Fife Summer Jazz Course 2013 Monday 1 – Friday 5 July St Leonard’s School and Sixth Form College St Andrews Course Director Richard Michael Full residential rate: £390, concession £330 Full non-residential rate: £275, concession £215 To book please contact Lyn Christie on 08451 555555 ext 446046 or email lyn.christie@onfife.com

PAGE 36

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101

Kingdom Centre, Glenrothes KY7 5NX Box Office: 01592 611101 Box Office open 10am – 5.30pm Mon – Sat and later on performance nights

A modern and well-equipped events and conference centre situated in the Kingdom Shopping Centre in Glenrothes, Rothes Halls hosts large-scale music, comedy and drama productions.

Our busy café is open 8.30am – 3pm and offers delicious, freshly prepared meals, plus coffee and home baking. The bar is open 1 hour before performances on show nights. Look out for our popular pre-theatre meals on selected shows. Our catering team can also provide full service for conferences, social events and dinner dances.

Fifespace and Fotospace, our vibrant galleries for visual arts are located on the first floor, with free entry and a new exhibition every six weeks.

The first floor also features conference rooms, suitable for interviews, seminars, training courses, presentations and dinners.

Thurs 31 January I 7.30pm I £15, conc. £12

Infinite Scotland Infinite Scotland puts the country’s DNA under the microscope and opens our eyes to Scotland in new and remarkable ways. Entertaining and thought provoking – ‘The Living Planet meets QI’ – your memorable journey through Scotland’s fascinating natural diversity and brilliant artistic life is led

by Blythe Duff (Taggart) and Kenny Taylor (BBC Attenborough programmes).

Against a backdrop of film, breath-taking photography by Laurie Campbell (National Geographic), atmospheric live music composed by David Allison and the beautiful voice of Maeve MacKinnon, we discover just how extraordinary our Scotland is.

“Scotland small? Our multiform infinite Scotland small?”

Hugh MacDiarmid Sat 2 February I 8pm I £10

Fife

J azz FESTIVAL

Red Stripe Band Festival favourites Red Stripe and his seven-piece band return with another rollicking night of boogie woogie, blues, jump jive, swing and rock ‘n’ roll. For further details see www.fifejazzfestival.com

PAGE 37

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 Sat 9 February I 7.30pm I £15, conc. £13 I Child £6 Pre-theatre meals £10

Stage & Screen starring Seonaid Aitken & the GAMA Chorus A celebration of music and song from your favourite movies and stage shows brought to life by Glenrothes born award-winning “sizzling violinist” and singer Seonaid Aitken (Scottish Opera, BBC2’s ‘Coast’, headliner with Princess, Celebrity and Crystal Cruises) and her studio orchestra. Featuring the chorus of the Glenrothes Amateur Musical Association (GAMA), along with some special guests, this promises to be a spectacular evening including music by Ennio Morricone, John Williams, Bill Whelan, Irving Berlin, Marvin Hammlisch and much more!

Wed 13 February I 7.30pm I £19.50 I Pre-theatre meals £10

Cannon, Campbell, Watchorn & O’Connor formerly of The Dubliners In 2012 the Legendary Irish Folk group The Dubliners celebrated 50 glorious years in the music business by receiving a Lifetime Achievement Award at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards. Sadly, however, they subsequently suffered a blow with the sudden death of founding member ‘’Banjo’’ Barney McKenna. Sean Cannon, Eamonn Campbell, Patsy Watchorn and Gerry O’Connor have decided to continue the legacy started by Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Ciaran Bourke, Barney McKenna & John Sheahan back in 1962.

Come along and enjoy all the classic songs and ballads including Molly Malone and The Wild Rover.

Thur 14 & Fri 15 I 7.30pm I £6

LESLIE AMATEUR DRAMATIC SOCIETY

3 One Act Plays

This Way to the Freak Show by Albert Jeanes The Twelve Pound Look by J M Barry Love in the time of Zombies by Damien Frasler PAGE 38

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 Thurs 21 February I 7.30pm I £16 I Pre Theatre Meals £10

PINETREE PROMOTIONS PRESENTS

Nathan Carter in concert with special guest Lisa Stanley After only two years on the road with his superb band, Nathan Carter, at the age of 22, is now recognised as Ireland’s top country singer. Songs like One for the Road, The Rainbow in Glenfarne, and the latest release Wagon Wheel have propelled this popular, good looking, and friendly young man to fame. Born in Liverpool and now living in Ireland, Nathan has brought together the young and the not so young who all join in and enjoy his songs and good music. Special guest on the show will be singer Lisa Stanley, the bubbly presenter of The Phil Mack Show. Lisa is the daughter of the legendary Irish Singer Maisie McDaniels.

Fri 22 February I 7.30pm I £15 I Pre Theatre Meals £10

GA GA PRESENT

Rock Anthems Celebrating some of the greatest tracks of all time, Rock Anthems brings together a host of the finest songs ever written by some of the world’s biggest bands. Classic hits such as Sultans of Swing, Another Brick In The Wall, Bohemian Rhapsody, Sweet Child O’ Mine, Smoke On The Water and Purple Haze guarantee to have you singing along, stomping your feet and reaching for your air guitar! Vocals and guitar work are performed by the critically acclaimed GA GA, who have received widespread praise over the last 20 years for their multi award winning Queen Tribute show. They have performed alongside a diverse array of popular artists, including Squeeze, The Spice Girls, Space and Frank Skinner, and to festival crowds of over 20,000.

“An absolute treat – don't miss it!” Magic FM Sat 23 February I 7pm I £11, conc. £9

Youth 1st 15th Annual Fiddlers’ Rally Kick of 2013 with a seat at this very popular concert. Dunfermline Strathspey and Reel Society will be on stage along with their Special Guest Bruce Davies and the event is compered by Fiona Forbes. This is a charity event to raise money to support the important work of Youth 1st which benefits over 5000 young people across Fife.

Thur 28 February – Sat 2 March I 7.15pm I £10, conc. £8. Child £5

G.A.M.A. YOUTH PRESENT

Lights, GAMA, Action GAMA Youth present a smash hit showcase, packed with songs from all your favourite shows including songs from Hollywood, Seasons, London (City) & West End/Broadway (current shows).

PAGE 39

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 Thurs 7 March I 7.30pm I £16.50 I Pre Theatre Meals £10

Take That 2 Take That 2 (who previously appeared as Back For Good) have consistently kept the top spot as the UK’s Number One tribute to Take That. All of the artists have studied every detail of their character in depth, so when you see them you really feel like you are watching the genuine thing! The show comprises of Take That as a four piece singing all your favourites from Beautiful World and Circus. The fab four then perform all the classics along with hits from Progress!

Fri 8 March I 7.30pm £15, conc. £13. VIP £20 (Meet and greet at 6.30pm) Pre-theatre meals £10

An Evening Up Close with Jai McDowall Following on from his success as winner of Britain’s Got Talent 2011, Jai is delighted to take his show on the road to perform his songs in this up close and personal style. This charming Ayrshire singer has wowed audiences from all over the UK. After BGT, Jai went on to duet with Hayley Westenra and Josh Groban. He performed at the Royal Variety Show in November 2011, before appearing on the final of China’s Got Talent (in front of an audience of 250 million). 2012 saw Jai perform for the Queen as a headline act at her Diamond Jubilee Concert as well as headlining his own show at Glasgow’s O2 Academy.

Sat 9 March I 7.30pm I £18 I Pre-theatre meals £10

Unforgettable Some of the biggest artists from the 1950’s and 1960’s, including a former member of The Drifters, provide a night of world class entertainment and nostalgia that you will never forget!

Unforgettable is a first class production that highlights the musical icons of this era – favourite musical legends such as Elvis Presley, Nat King Cole, Buddy Holly, The Everly Brothers, Frankie Valli, Aretha Franklin, Dionne Warwick, The Beach Boys, The Carpenters, The Beatles and many more. There’s post war, early rock ‘n’ roll music of the 50’s through to the glamour era and much loved pop sounds of the 60’s. Tracks will take you right back on a journey of complete nostalgia – favourites such as Tutti Frutti and Shake Rattle & Roll to ballads such as A House Is Not A Home and Crazy!

PAGE 40

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 Thurs 14 March I 7.30pm I £15

Let’s Talk Bike

An Evening with TT Champions Ian Hutchinson & Nick Jefferies In this unique show, hosted by former Top Gear presenter Steve Berry, the riders give the audience the chance to get an inside track on what it’s like to race the 36.7 miles of the most exciting and dangerous race circuit on the planet. There will be facts, anecdotes, stories, audio visuals, and a chance to ask Ian & Nick questions plus number one motorcycle photographer and author Steve Davison will also display and discuss some of his memorable photographs and stories.

Fri 15 March I 7.30pm I £17.50, conc. £15.50 All tickets £13 if booked before 15 Jan I Pre-theatre meals £10

THE BALL

THE J-WORD

Yellowjackets & Trio Red Massively influential and melodic, America’s legendary Grammy award winning Yellowjackets make their first visit to Scotland in over a decade. The band now comprises founding keyboardist Russell Ferrante, drummer Will Kennedy, bassist Felix Pastorius (song of bass legend Jaco) and a very special guest for this tour, Bob Franceschini on saxophone. “perfecting a guitarless fusion... with infusions of gospel, funk and rhythm and blues.” New York Times Trio Red are Scottish drummer Tom Bancroft, Norwegian bassist Per Zanussi and London’s own Tom Cawley on piano. They play stirring original compositions and arrangements of diverse material from Ornette Coleman and Thelonius Monk to Jeff Buckley. “a world class trio.” The Guardian www.j-word.co.uk Sat 16 March I 7.30pm £13.50, conc. £11

Scocha From soft ballads to rousing foot-stomping refrains, Scocha have something for everyone. They are noted as one of the few bands in Scotland whose concerts attract all generations from kids to grannies and everyone in between. From festival stages to theatres and halls, Scocha gigs are always packed to the rafters! The Scocha sound is unique. Branded as Folk ‘n’ Roll, Scocha is faithful to being traditionally Scottish in style and roots, yet does so with a vibrant freshness that is pleasingly infectious. A passionate blend of stirring new material and traditional classics, spiced with up-to-the-moment arrangements, ensures captivating variety. Peppered with humour and banter in the Scots tongue, a Scocha performance is never scripted and always original. With a wide range of instruments in the repertoire including acoustic and electric guitars, bagpipes, whistles, drums, bass, keyboards, bodhrans, and more, Scocha are uniquely versatile. You can stand or sit, but you won’t sit still!

PAGE 41

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 Sat 23 March I 7.30pm I £18.50, conc. 16.50 I Pre-theatre meals £10

The Russian Cossacks See page 26 for details.

Sun 24 March I 8pm I £16, conc. £14 I Pre-theatre meals £10

Barry & Stuart Show & Tell Stars of BBC1’s ‘The Magicians’ and winners of the World Magic Awards: Best Comedy Illusionists, twisted warlocks Barry and Stuart will be stunning audiences with their amazing new show, Show and Tell. In the first half, expect their trademark innovative tricks and devious illusions, then in the second half, be prepared to have your minds blown as they exclusively reveal all the secrets behind the magic, in showing you, for the first time ever, exactly how those tricks were done!

PLEASE NOTE THIS SHOW IS NOT SUITABLE FOR CHILDREN UNDER THE AGE OF 14.

***** “Darkly brilliant… pure magic.” The List **** “Delighting and horrifying in equal measure.” Metro

Sat 30 March I 7.30pm I £10 All tickets £9 if booked by 2 March I Age 15+

THE BALL

How to Make a Killing In Bollywood A new comedy that’s full of life laughter music and tragedy. Everything you need to Make a Killing In Bollywood. Thank you, please, Come again.

Scottish based actor Raza Khan is turned down for another acting role.

He is faced with the stark reality of a lifetime of serving chips and cheese to the local neds in the family carryout. Before consigning himself to this nightmare he wants one last chance to try and make it big and show the world what he is truly capable of. Where better to hit the dizzying heights of fame and fortune than a place where there are a thousand roles for guys like him? Bollywood. And after convincing his best friend and fellow actor, Gurjit to make the journey with him, they set out on a path that will change both their lives forever.

PAGE 42

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101

Mon 1 April I 11am I £4.50, conc. £3.50 I Age 3+

CLYDEBUILT PUPPET THEATRE

Rapunzel Narrated by a wonderful frog, this fun adaptation has all the elements of a traditional tale… the witch, the beautiful girl locked in a tall tower and, of course, the handsome prince who attempts to save Rapunzel... With specially recorded music, beautifully made rod puppets, and Steve Smart’s masterly puppetry skills, this is a show that is enjoyed by adults and children alike.

“The children were totally wrapped up in the story and the frog was an absolute hero!” Sauchie Nursery

Tue 2 April I 11am I £4.50, conc. £3.50 I Age 4+

PUPPET THEATRE MARIBOR

When Shlemiel Went to Warsaw All Shlemiel can think about is leaving his dreary old town of Chelm to visit the bright lights of Warsaw. One day when he can wait no longer Shlemiel decides to make his dream come true and he sets out for the city of his dreams. The adventure he starts out on makes him – and us – realise that whether you travel East or West, sometimes home is best!

Thur 4 April I 11am I £4.50, conc. £3.50 I Age 3+

YUGEN PUPPET COMPANY

The Magic Horse Fingal is out seeking his fortune when his tired old horse is taken and replaced by a magic one. The horse takes him to a prince, who guides him to a princess, who makes him perform a number of quests. But who will marry the Princess, Fingal or the Prince?

With colourful rod puppets in a cloth setting with patchwork trees, fields and sky, Yugen Puppet Company presents another of its charming productions using a story from our rich heritage of Scottish traditional tales.

Fri 5 April I 11am I £4.50, conc. £3.50 I Age 4+

THALIAS KOMPAGNONS

The Steadfast Tin Soldier A fairy tale painter starts to sketch a large nursery, decorating it with wondrous toys and figures, to tell us the story about a faithful soldier and his adventures. But as can happen so often in painting and in stories – the images and characters start to develop their own lives. Will the painter be steadfast and, together with the tin soldier, find a new path back to beauty and happiness?

PAGE 43

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101

Fri 5 April I 7.30pm I £16.50, conc. £15

Hats Off To Led Zeppelin You’ll feel like you’ve travelled back in time when you experience these four top class musicians recreating Led Zeppelin’s magical concerts. Featuring Peter Eldridge from the West End production of We Will Rock You; Jack Tanner and Kevin Oliver Jones from the world tours of Thriller Live and Dancing in the Streets; and Simon Wicker as Bonzo incarnate, they play all the right instruments and hit all the right notes in this explosive live show.

Dave Lewis from Tightbutloose magazine said: “Hats Off went down a storm… delivered in a no messin’ style… play it they did and rock we did! – Shut your eyes and you would think you were listening to the real thing!” www.hatsofftoledzeppelin.co.uk

Sat 6 April I 7.30pm I £20 I Pre-theatre meals £10

Showaddywaddy Showaddywaddy have long been established as Europe’s most successful ever exponents of retro-inspired rock & roll.

The record speaks for itself! They’ve had 23 Top 40 hit singles, including 10 Top 5 hits (Under The Moon of Love, When, You Got What It Takes, 3 Steps To Heaven, Hey Rock & Roll) and 15 massive selling albums (including the Christmas Number 1 in 1978). They have had numerous Royal Variety performances – one to the delight of the Queen Mother, who requested to meet the band post-performance.

As if the band’s amazing success through 4 decades was not enough, here now, well into the 21st Century the demand for these legendary performers is every bit as strong, which is surely a testament to their outstanding reputation as live artists.

PAGE 44

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 Thur 11 April I 7.30pm I £10.50, conc. £8.50 All tickets £8.50 if booked by 14 March

THE BALL

SPLINTERS PRODUCTIONS

The Matchmaker Follow the riotous story of Dick Mick Dicky O’Connor who is determined to hook up a hotch-potch of lonely hearts in his rural town of Ballybarra. A delightful gallery of glorious eccentrics from a five-foot, seven stone jockey to a sex-starved spinster – all voicing their hopes and dreams. Starring John Shedden (Rab C Nesbitt, Taggart), Anna Hepburn (River City, Still Game) and Finlay McLean (Waterloo Road ) in a new adaptation of J. B. Keane’s classic.

Sat 13 April I 7.30pm I £18, conc. £16.50 Pre-theatre meals £10

One Night of Elvis Lee Memphis King presents the ultimate tribute to The King – Elvis Presley, celebrating the entire career of this musical legend. The show will take you from the 1950s rock ‘n’ roll heyday to Elvis’s return to performing with the ’68 comeback special to a rousing expo of Elvis’s years performing in Vegas.

Lee brings the majesty of the voice and the electrifying power of Elvis’s performance back to life, accompanied throughout by his world class backing singers and orchestra that breathes life into the music of a legend. The show also features large screen projection visuals.

“When I closed my eyes I could feel Elvis. He did a great job.”

Joe Esposito – lifelong friend of Elvis Presley

Tue 16 April I 2pm I £12

Peter Morrison presents Broadway and Beyond II Peter Morrison – Scotland’s “Ambassador of Song” invites you to join him for an afternoon of musical magic with songs expertly performed by his team of singers including his baritone son, Richard, and West End and TV actress daughter Jackie. He presents an afternoon of popular music, encompassing favourite songs from shows, movies, popular opera and a few Scottish gems for good measure. With splendid singers Thora Ker, Jonathan Cooke and Jessica Leary, together with MD Alan Kitchen.

PAGE 45

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 Thur 18 April I 7.30pm I £19.50 I Pre-theatre meals £10

The Patsy Cline Show 50th Anniversary Tour This show is an enthralling tribute to the music, life and times of Patsy Cline.

It is some 50 years since Patsy left her wonderful legacy of hit records and formidable reputation. Featuring the stars of the West End production Patsy, Sandy Kelly, Ireland’s Queen of Country music and George Hamilton IV, one of the true greats of country music and one of Patsy’s closest friends.

Sandy’s performance as Patsy has captured the hearts of legions of fans all over the world and will be showcasing all of Patsy’s memorable hits including Crazy, Sweet Dreams, Walking after Midnight and I Fall to Pieces.

Fri 19 April I 7.30pm I £20 I Pre-theatre meals £10

Strictly Come Dancing Stars Pasha Kovalev & Katya Virshilas plus their Stunning Dancers Strictly Come Dancing is quite rightly one of the ‘jewels in the crown’ for the BBC and two of the stars from the show, Pasha Kovalev and Katya Virshilas have devised a sensational new live show for 2013. The production will feature them along with their guest dancers, all beautifully costumed in glitz and sequins, demonstrating a series of stunning dance routines, accompanied by a full audio-visual backdrop, Q & A section, plus an appearance by a local dance school. All that, plus the chance for the audience to get involved, will result in the presentation being a ‘must see’ for any Strictly fan.

Thur 2 May I 7.30pm I £23.50

Lee Nelson BRAND NEW SHOW FOR 2013. He’s hosted Live at the Apollo, sold out his three-times extended Lee Nelson Live tour, had over two million people watching Lee Nelson’s Well Good Show and has a brand new series, Lee Nelson’s Well Funny People, on BBC3. Lee Nelson brings a brand new stand-up show for 2013 to Glenrothes. Strap yourself in for a night of unmissable entertainment with the irrepressible Nelson, who’ll be presenting his unique take on the world including his legendary audience interaction, with special guest appearances from Dr Bob, Jason Bent and others.

PAGE 46

www.onfife.com Box Office 01592 611101 Sat 4 May I 7.30pm I £18.50

An Evening with Motor Racing Legend Johnny Herbert An absolute must for all ‘Petrol Heads’ as Sky TV’s Grand Prix presenter and former British Grand Prix Winner Johnny takes to the stage to discuss all things Motor Racing! Hosted by former Top Gear presenter Steve Berry, the evening will feature not only Johnny Herbert and a full audio-visual presentation, but will also enable the audience to ask questions and get the all important answers from this motor racing star.

Thur 9 May I 7.30pm I £28 I Pre-theatre meals £10

Billy Ocean Billy Ocean is one of the biggest recording stars Britain has ever produced, selling over 30 million records to date. From his 70’s hits such as Love Really Hurts and Red Light to the 80’s mega hits of Caribbean Queen and When The Going Gets Tough, he has blessed the charts with many songs that have stood the test of time.

After taking a break to spend time with his family, Billy went back on the road in 2007 and released a new album ‘Because I Love You’ in 2008. Billy recently went into the studio with old collaborator Barry Eastmond to record a new album due to be released this year and will be playing Rothes Halls as part of his global tour.

Coming Soon: Thur 16 & Fri 17 May

7.30pm

Glenrothes Theatre Company Mollie Whuppie

Sat 18 May

7.30pm

The Searchers

Wed 22 May

7.30pm

Jeff Innocent Comedy for Grown Ups

Thur 23 May

7.30pm

The Tannahill Weavers

Tue 4 June

7.30pm

The Shaolin Warriors PAGE 47

SPACE

Fifespace & Fotospace Galleries Free Admission Take time out and visit our galleries at Rothes Halls which are open Monday to Saturday, 10am – 5pm with free admission. Fifespace hosts a changing programme of exhibitions, including drawings, paintings, textiles, sculpture and digital work. Fotospace is dedicated to the best of Scottish photography with new exhibitions every six weeks.

Monday 21 January – Thursday 28 March

THREE CONVERSATIONS ARTWORK BY THREE NEW GRADUATES FROM DUNCAN OF JORDANSTONE COLLEGE OF ART, EMILY MAE MILNE, MIRIAM ROWLEY AND CRAIG THOMSON.

Fifespace Lochgelly Free Admission Fifespace Lochgelly’s new programme launches on Monday 28 January and will feature paintings, textiles, prints and photographs.

Monday 28 January – Thursday 4 April

THE FIFE CIRCLE PAINTINGS BY STUART GILMOUR Monday 1 April – Thursday 30 May

ANTARCTICA Robert Ward’s Voyaging to Antarctica exhibition will now take place across 2 venues, Fifespace in Rothes Halls and Lochgelly Centre. It will feature the very impressive large pencil drawings in FifeSpace, which won Robert the JD Fergusson Art Award which enabled him to travel to the Antarctic to create the exhibition which will be in Lochgelly Centre.