Jan-Apr 08 Brochure by Horsecross Arts

JAN: APR TO

SEASON’S HIGHLIGHTS

Colin Currie + Frankie Boyle

Of Mice and Men

Operantics Katie Morag + Amy Macdonald

Jethro Tull + Jack Jones

Derek Acorah

Mr McFall’s Chamber Puppet + Animation Festival + Marti Pellow

The Monday Night Thing Trilok Gurtu + Mum’s the Word

front cover: Colin Currie, Horsecross Artist in Residence

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Classical Music Comedy Dance Theatre Kids + families Community/Join in Youth Theatre New media art Film Events

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CLASSICAL

LUNCHTIME

CONCERTS MONDAYS AT 1 at Perth Concert Hall

£9.50: £8.50 concessions (meal deal) £6: £5 concessions (ticket only)

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Concerto Caledonia

Katharine Fuge (star of Edinburgh Festival 2007) joins David McGuinness’ stylish ensemble for an hour of songs and tunes from France, England and Scotland, including songs by Purcell.

Beethoven before he was 30!

What would we have known of Beethoven if he had died at 30? No symphonies for sure, but plenty of glorious music solo piano and for violin. Alexander Janiczek and Llŷr Williams continue their series of music by the great man.

Mon 25 Feb: 1pm

Concerto Caledonia

Concerto Caledonia’s two Davids (Greenberg and McGuinness) recreate the frantic conversation that went on between traditional and art music in Scotland 250 years ago, in the music of fiddlers and composers James Oswald, Robert Bremner, Robert Mackintosh and JS Bach.

Mon 21 Apr: 1pm

Colin Currie

Opening a week long residency by the superb Scottish percussionist, Colin Currie is joined by members of the Hebrides Ensemble in a sequence of duos and trios pitting percussion against contrasting musical combinations. (See p11 for info on Colin’s residency in Perth.)

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Mon 4 Feb: 1pm

Mon 7 Apr: 1pm

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Mon 28 Jan: 1pm

Scottish Ensemble Top drawer

Mozart and Stravinsky from members of the Scottish Ensemble. Mozart’s Duo is a great sparring match. Stravinsky’s Suite Italien finds him in his sunniest mood.

Mon 10 Mar: 1pm

Beethoven before he was 30!

Stephan Loges, baritone, enjoyed great success with Schumann’s Dichterliebe last year in Perth and returns with Beethoven’s An die ferne Geliebte, and a selection of the songs Beethoven wrote before he was 30.

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£9.50: £8.50 your soup and sandwich is already paid for you to enjoy in the cafe. £6: £5 turn up on the day, pay £3.50 for soup and a sandwich, or enjoy 10% off in the restaurant. soup and sandwich must be booked by 10am on the day of the concert

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Karen Cargill

Horsecross in association with Scottish Chamber Orchestra Education and Making Music

Scottish Chamber Orchestra

The National Youth Orchestra of Scotland

programme Strauss Lehar Offenbach

Walton

Viennese New Year’s Concert Fri 4 Jan: 7.30pm SOLD OUT Perth Concert Hall to include Waltzes and Polkas Overture: The Merry Widow Can-Can from Orpheus in the Underworld

All the froth and fun of Viennese New Year – with a bit of a Gallic twist. Scottish mezzo-soprano Karen Cargill dips into some naughtily entertaining operetta while Nicholas McGegan leads the Orchestra in familiar, glittering favourites by the Strauss family. £22 £19 £17 £13.50 £8.50 students and children £5

“a sparkling and exuberant Viennese evening”

Perthshire Advertiser

New Year Concert 2008 Sat 5 Jan: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Thomas Wilson Rachmaninov

Portsmouth Point Overture Violin Concerto Symphonic Dances

For The National Youth Orchestra of Scotland’s 2008 New Year Concert, award-winning conductor Vernon Handley will lead the young musicians in pivotal works by three celebrated 20th century composers. The evening will include a special performance of Thomas Wilson’s Violin Concerto, marking the 80th Anniversary of the Scottish composer’s birth, featuring distinguished soloist Kurt Nikkanen. Supported by Friends of NYOS £18 £14 £12 £10; concessions half price students and children £2

Operantics

Sun 20 Jan: 7.30pm (lasts about 40 mins) Perth Concert Hall Soprano Wendy Dawn Thompson performs with the Operantics team, bringing us a spine tingling evening of opera classics with great choruses from Carmen and a Rossini Overture. Operantics is a Horsecross Project for local singers and musicians to work with professionals like Wendy and world class musicians from the Scottish Chamber Orchestra to develop their performance skills and generally have a blast. (see page 35 ) FREE

CLASSICAL

RSNO

Grand Old Dance Band Thu 31 Jan: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

KIDS GO FREE

£12; concessions £10

Scottish Ensemble Old Friends and New Wed 6 Feb: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Stravinsky Françaix Martland Mozart

Concerto in D Octet New Commission (world première) Clarinet Concerto

Clarinettist Michael Collins’ dazzling vituosty and sensitive musicianship is celebrated in a concert of contrasts, ranging from the muscular, powerful music of Steve Martland to Jean Françaix’s Octet, in which the Ensemble collaborates with London Winds on a rare outing in Scotland. The concert ends with the melancholy beauty of Mozart’s Clarinet Concerto, performed on the basset-clarinet, with its deep chocolatey lower notes. £14.50 £12.50; concessions £11.50 £9.50 under 18 £3; under 26/students £5 family ticket £32 and £28

Romantic Valentine’s Classics Wed 13 Feb: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Chopin Ravel highlights from

Prokofiev Tchaikovsky Rota Barry Jarre Mancini

Piano Concerto No.2 Boléro Cinderella Sleeping Beauty and Swan Lake Love Theme from Romeo and Juliet Theme from Out of Africa Lara’s Theme from Dr Zhivago Moon River from Breakfast at Tiffany’s

Serenade your loved one this Valentine’s with the RSNO. Relax and enjoy some of the most beautiful and popular music ever written, featuring highlights from romantic ballets and a quartet of memorable movie love.

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Long before the fiddle and box dominated our dance bands, Scotland had many kinds of dance music. Concerto Caledonia’s Grand Old Dance Band features flute, pipes, harp, lute and various other unexpected instrments to get your toes tapping to some very different rhythms, and some familiar tunes from Scotland’s great traditions.

Royal Scottish National Orchestra

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Concerto Caledonia’s

With conductor Paul Watkins and Markus Groh, piano.

£22 £19 £17 £13.50 £8.50; students and children £5

wine + dine (it’s Valentine’s!)

3 courses £18.50 (book with your ticket)

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Benjamin Grosvenor

NYOS

Perth Chamber Music

NYOS: futures

Diamond Jubilee Concert Thu 14 Feb: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Benjamin Grosvenor was the outstanding winner of the Keyboard Final of the 2004 BBC Young Musician of the Year at the age of 11. Since then, his career has developed to include performances at the Wigmore and Royal Albert Halls, with international appearances in New York and Rio de Janeiro. This concert marks a welcome return to Perth of this stunning young pianist with a programme of music by Scarlatti, Albeniz, Moskovski and Chopin. Further info from www.perthshire.co.uk. Benjamin Grosvenor appears by arrangement with Hazard Chase Ltd. £14; concessions £11

wine + dine (it’s Valentine’s!)

3 courses £18.50 (book with your ticket)

Sat 16 Feb: 7.30pm Perth Studio Theatre Harrison Birtwistle

£5; students and children £2

Perth Symphony Orchestra Sat 23 Feb: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Mozart Beethoven Sibelius

The Secret Theatre

Under the direction of eminent Scottish conductor, William Conway, The National Youth Orchestras of Scotland’s contemporary music ensemble, NYOS Futures, will perform Harrison Birtwistle’s masterful and dramatic The Secret Theatre as part of their early spring concert tour. For this performance William Conway will conduct the piece in its entirety before dissecting the piece with the audience, helping them to fully appreciate and enjoy this contemporary work.

KIDS GO FREE

Magic Flute Overture Emperor Piano Concerto No.5 Symphony No.2

The second concert of the PSO season welcomes Perth musician Scott Mitchell to perform the popular Emperor Piano Concerto by Beethoven. Allan Young conducts. Leader: Lorna McGovern. £8; concessions £5

London Times

“one of the great musicians of our day... spellbinding... no words can do it justice”

CLASSICAL

“offers the mature virtuoso performances that seasoned players would die to command”

Daily Telegraph

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Thu 21 Feb: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Chopin Debussy Rachmaninov Profofiev

KIDS GO FREE

Sonata No.2 Op.35 Children’s Corner Preludes (Selection) Piano Sonata No.7 in Bb Major, Op.83

Macedonian Simon Trpčeski (pronounced terp-chess-kee) is a great young pianist in the grand Romantic Tradition. Though still in his mid-twenties, he has established himself as one of the most remarkable young musicians to have emerged in years and recently sold-out at the Wigmore Hall in London. Already a familiar face in the world’s top concert halls and festivals, he has been especially acclaimed for his Chopin and Rachmaninov, so we are delighted to welcome him to Perth for a recital featuring major works by both composers. £20 £15 £10; concessions £18 £12 £7.50

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Simon Trpceski

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Piotr Anderszewski

Scottish Ensemble

Perthshire Musical (Competition) Festival Association

Scottish Ensemble

Perform in Perth Mon 3 + Tue 4 Mar Perth Concert Hall

Monday – School Orchestras, bands & large instrumental groups Tuesday – Scottish Country Dancing For full details, including the 2008 syllabus, visit the website at:

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Scottish Chamber Orchestra Wed 5 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

CPE Bach Symphony in D Wq 183/1 Mozart Concerto in A Major K488 Beethoven Piano Concerto No.1 Polish-Hungarian pianist/director Piotr Anderszewski is one of the SCO’s most popular guest soloists. Their recording of Mozart Concertos was hailed as one of the five most notable CDs of 2006 by The New York Times. Here, he pairs a Mozart concerto with Beethoven’s First Piano Concerto. Written around 1800, it reprsented a great step into the future for the young composer – and for the history of music. David Watkin is cellist/director for the Bach symphony. £22 £19 £17 £13.50 £8.50 students and children £5

Bluegrass Across the Water Sat 15 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Three-time Grammy Award winning double bassist Edgar Meyer makes his Scottish debut in a special programme devised in collaboration with the Ensemble’s artistic director, Jonathan Morton. Meyer has won remarkable acclaim both for the music he has written and for his recordings and diverse range of live performances, including with the Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center, Garth Brooks, James Taylor, The Chieftains and Yo-Yo Ma. £14.50 £12.50; concessions £11.50 £9.50 under 18 £3: under 26/students £5 family ticket £32 £28

Perth Choral Society Sun 16 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

KIDS GO FREE

A thoroughly modern programme of exciting and challenging music. The Scottish premiere of Luis Bacalov’s Misa Tango – the music of the Mass in Latin American rhythm is sung in Spanish, with the distinguishing feature of the bandonéon (an old German accordion). Karl Jenkins’ Requiem is dedicated to his late father. The Mass has the usual Latin movements and draws from other cultures. There are five Japanese haiku death poems. Their text illustrates the Japanese view that nature’s cycle is synonymous with life. The orchestration is enhanced by the use of Japanese Daiko drums and (if we can find one!) an ancient Japanese wind instrument, the shakuhachi. £10; concessions £8

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CLASSICAL

Martyn Bennett

Mr McFall’s Chamber

Tue 18 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Wed 26 + Thu 27 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Wed 26 Mar: over 300 young musicians perform – Perth & Kinross Elementary String Orchestra, Junior Orchestra, Senior String Orchestra, Wind Band and Wind Orchestra. Thu 27 Mar: over 280 young musicians perform – Perth & Kinross Choir, Junior Brass Band, Senior Brass Band and Perth & Kinross Concert Band.

£12; concessions £10

FREE (collection at the end)

NYCoS National Girls Choir

Camerata Scotland Spring Tour

This choir of 80 girls, chosen by audition from all over Scotland, will perform music in a variety of styles including classical and folk. The programme will feature music by Brahms, Fauré, Kodály and Hatfield amongst others. Following the inaugural concert in 2006, The Herald reviewer’s comments were:

Acclaimed French conductor Diego Masson conducts Camerata Scotland, The National Youth Orchestra of Scotland’s preprofessional chamber ensemble, in works by three of the 20th century’s most important composers.

Tue 25 Mar: 3pm Perth Concert Hall

“an excellent group of young singers… the faster work was exciting... the slower contributions simply beautiful.” £10; concessions £8; children £2

Wed 28 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Joined by one of Britain’s finest young pianists, Leon McCawley, the ensemble will perform an imaginative and energetic repertoire, which includes two of Ravel’s best-known works for piano. Audiences will also be able to enjoy a performance of Ligeti’s early Concerto Românesc,and a rendition of the very piece that this pays homage to, Bartók’s lively Romanian Dances. £10; concessions £6; students and children £2

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Martyn Bennett was one of Scotland’s great musical mavericks; someone who commanded equal respect in the Scottish folk tradition as he did on the classical platform. Mr McFall’s Chamber celebrate Bennett’s legacy in this concert – and look far beyond Scotland to include some of their own signature Latin American tango repertoire.

Perth & Kinross Central Groups Concerts

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Aye - An Affirmation of Martyn Bennett

Camerata

CLASSICAL BBC SSO

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Senior Schools Music Camp Concert Fri 4 Apr: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Over 200 young musicians will perform following their annual music camp. Wind orchestras, brass band and string orchestra will perform a variety of musical styles from jazz to classical and traditional to modern. FREE

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The National Children’s Orchestra of Scotland The National Youth Jazz Orchestra of Scotland Sat 5 Apr: 7pm Perth Concert Hall

As part of their Easter Tour 2008, Peter Stark will lead The National Children’s Orchestra of Scotland in Berlioz’s popular Overture Le carnival romain and Vaughn Williams’ Symphony No.2, A London Symphony. Malcolm Edmonstone and Andrew Bain direct The National Jazz Orchestra of Scotland in the second half with a selection of American big band favourites as well as new arrangements written specifically for NYJOS. Sponsored by Standard Life £12 £10; concessions £6 £5 students and children £2

Perth Youth Orchestra Sun 6 Apr: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

KIDS GO FREE

One of Scotland’s most established youth orchestras will perform a full symphonic programme including concertos by local musicians. Allan Young, conducts. £5

BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra Fri 18 Apr: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Smetana

Overture: The Bartered Bride Richard Strauss Songs Brahms Symphony No.2 Guest appearance by Lisa Milne Late in his life, Brahms struggled to break out of Beethoven’s shadow as composer of symphonic works, yet he completed all four of his symphonies within a decade. Roberto Minczuk, Music Director of the Calgary Philharmonic, conducts the glorious second symphony, which embraces an extraordinary range of styles and emotional expressions. Soprano Lisa Milne’s star is very much in the ascendant and we are delighted that she brings her world renowned talent back to her native Scotland for a performance of Strauss’ finest songs.

£22 £19 £17 £13.50 £8.50; students and children £5

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CLASSICAL

Scottish Ensemble

Essential Ensemble Sun 20 Apr: 3pm Perth Concert Hall Handel CPE Bach Brahms

Children’s Classic Concerts present

Music Goes Wild

Concerto Grosso Op 6 No.7 Cello Concerto String Quintet in G major (arr J.Morton)

Make a meal of it : high tea can be taken

before or after the concert and includes a main course plus toast, tea and cakes. Must be booked in advance with your ticket. £14.50 £12.50; concessions £11.50 £9.50 under 18 £3: under 26/students £5 family ticket £32 £28

From the deepest, darkest jungle to a Wild West Rodeo, from the magnificent Lion King to a flighty Bumble Bee, join Christopher Bell and the Orchestra of Scottish Opera on a wild and wonderful exploration of the animal kingdom in this menagerie of magnificent melodies. Look out for an elephant, a lion and a tortoise from the Carnival of the Animals, as well as a Russian bear, a French cow and a whole Ark of other animals, all brought to life with some fantastic singing from NYCoS Choirs from Falkirk and Stirling. £10: £6 concessions family ticket £29 (2 adults + 2 children) groups: 1 free adult with 8 children

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The Scottish Ensemble brings the season to a stylish close with a programme of string classics from the 18th and 19th centuries. Well-loved cellist, Raphael Wallfisch, makes a return visit to the Ensemble, performing the cello concertos of CPE Bach – catch a different one in every venue!

Sun 18 May: 3pm

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Scottish Ensemble

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Colin Currie plays

Steve Reich’s Drumming Sat 26 Apr: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall see page 17 for info

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COLIN CURRIE HORSECROSS ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

Don’t miss Bang Bop Bash on Sunday 27 April – the grand finale of this exclusive Horsecross residency.

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Colin travels constantly, appearing worldwide as soloist, director, educator, inspiration.

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One of Scotland’s top musical exports and a truly global talent, percussionist Colin Currie comes home to Scotland as Horsecross artist in residence – a great coup for Perth.

Lunchtime Concert Mon 21 Apr: 1pm Perth Concert Hall

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Steve Reich: Drumming Sat 26 Apr: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall see page 19 for info

Bang Bop Bash Sun 27 Apr: 4pm Perth Concert Hall see page 13 for info

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Soundwaves is our new creative music making programme in Perthshire. 0845 612 6320 www.horsecross.co.uk

We are taking some of the most vibrant and talented musicians and composers working at Perth Concert Hall into schools and communities. This year 10 pieces of new music will be written by over 300 primary school children in Perth and Highland Perthshire. The Soundwaves team includes Colin Currie, Tom Bancroft, Jim Malcolm, Session A9, Trilok Gurtu and many more. We will also be running open access community based workshops for families in both areas so look out for the Soundwaves logo and join in!

Learn music leading skills We will be running music leader training sessions as part of Soundwaves. This is a chance to learn about workshop skills including warm ups, group creative music making, communication skills and more. They will be particularly useful to musicians or anyone working in a teaching or community context.

For info contact Jo Fenna: soundwaves@horsecross.co.uk or 01738 472700

Tales and Talas Sun 2 Mar: 4pm Perth Concert Hall

KIDS GO FREE

Tales and Talas is the culmination and celebration of the Soundwaves project and the final event in this Home and Away collaboration. You’ll hear 9 new pieces of music written by Highland Perthshire Primary Schools with Jim Malcolm and his team of Scottish Traditional and Indian Musicians. We’ll tell new tales with fantastic Indian beats in performances by over 150 children with Session A9 and Trilok Gurtu. With children from Glen Lyon, Struan, Kenmore, Breadalbane, Pitlochry, Logierait, Grandtully, Blair Atholl, Royal School of Dunkeld and Kinloch Rannoch Primary Schools. £4; concessions £2

Bang Bop Bash Sun 27 Apr: 4pm Perth Concert Hall

KIDS GO FREE

A percussion extravaganza, climaxing when 150 young performers from 6 Perth primary schools join Colin Currie for the premiere of a new piece. Jazzer and composer Tom Bancroft has created this piece alongside pupils from Letham, Our Lady’s, Balhousie, Tulloch, North Muirton and Goodlyburn Primaries. Be prepared to move and groove to some very funky beats! £4; concessions £2

kindly supported by: The Russell Trust, The Ernest Cook Trust and The Tay Charitable Trust

Jim Malcolm

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Session A9

Trilok Gurtu, Session A9, Jim Malcolm Sat 1 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

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KIDS

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Visionary Indian percussionist and composer Trilok Gurtu masterminded our acclaimed Pearls of the Tay launch concert and we are delighted to welcome him back to Perth with his world-class international band. A serial collabortor across all musical boundaries, Trilok has worked with jazz icons such as John McLaughlin, Pat Metheny and Jan Garbarek; musicians from all over the world including Salif Keita, Sting and Angelique Kidjo; and many legends of Indian classical music. He recently released Twenty Years of Talking Tabla, showcasing the diversity, adventure and sheer brilliance of his playing and writing.

Fast becoming Horsecross favourites, Session A9’s frontline stars 4 of the very best fiddlers around – Charlie McKerron, Kevin Henderson, Gordon Gunn and Adam Sutherland - backed by a brilliant rhythm section led by Perth resident Brian McAlpine, who also played a major role in Pearls of the Tay.

“a dazzling percussion virtuoso... an accessible entertainer”

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Perth songwriter Jim Malcolm has been working with children in north Perthshire primary schools to create new music and songs as part of the Soundwaves project. One of the most talented singers on the folk scene, Jim’s unique sense of swing and keen interest in local history and geography make him the ideal man for this project. (see p12) £15; concessions £12

The Guardian

Trilok Gurtu: Twenty Years Of Talking Tabla Sat 1 Mar: 3pm

FREE

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Trilok Gurtu

Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall

HORSECROSS

In conversation, Trilok discusses his unique approach to making music.

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Amy Macdonald

MUSIC Paul Carrack

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Kennedy St presents

CMP Live presents

Barbara Dickson

Paul Carrack

Fri 15 Feb: 8pm Perth Concert Hall

Fri 18 Jan: 8pm Perth Concert Hall

The former frontman of Mike and The Mechanics has a reputation as a stunning live performer, and is the voice behind world-wide hits such as Ace’s How Long, Squeeze’s Tempted and of course, timeless classic The Living Years. Playing both solo and with his brilliant band, expect to hear other great songs like Silent Running, Another Cup of Coffee, Over My Shoulder and many more, all taken from his forthcoming Greatest Hits album.

www.carrack-uk.com £24.50

“His soulful gem of a voice is one of pop’s best kept secrets. It’s about time that changed.” Daily Mail

Barbara Dickson‘s singing career started in the folk scene around her native Fife in the 60s. Her career was launched in the award-winning musical, John, Paul, George, Ringo….and Bert. A guest residency on The Two Ronnies, and hit singles such as Answer Me, Another Suitcase in Another Hall, The Caravan Song and January, February soon followed. In 1982, her duet with Elaine Paige, I Know Him So Well, spent weeks at no.1 in the UK charts. Her most recent release was a collection of Beatles songs, Nothing’s Gonna Change My World.

www.barbaradickson.net £20; concessions £16

DF Concerts presents

Amy Macdonald

plus support Wed 27 Feb: doors 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Amy MacDonald is a singer-songwriter who has enjoyed a meteoric rise to stardom in the past year. She tends to blame Pete Doherty and Fran Healy for first picking up a guitar at the age of 12. She started gigging at 15 and just a few short years later has scored a Number 2 album with her debut This Is The Life and performed a string of prestigious live shows including her beloved Barrowlands.

www.amymacdonald.co.uk £14 inc booking fee

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Asia

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Martyn Bennett

Mr McFall’s Chamber

Tue 18 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

£12; concessions £10

“It’s all immensely enjoyable, thanks to the energy and spontaneity of these live performances.”

International Record Review on Mr McFall’s Chamber

“Martyn was the boy who did it first, who did it best” Mary Ann Kennedy

Thu 20 Mar: 8pm Perth Concert Hall Formed from classic rock titans Yes, Emerson Lake & Palmer, King Crimson and Buggles, this reunion marks the first time all four founders – Geoff Downes, Steve Howe, Carl Palmer and John Wetton – have played together since 1983. In addition to Asia tracks like Heat of the Moment, Sole Survivor, Don’t Cry and others, the band will play selections from their individual careers. Expect to hear such rock radio staples as Roundabout (Yes), In The Court of the Crimson King (King Crimson), Video Killed The Radio Star (Buggles), Fanfare for the Common Man (Emerson Lake & Palmer).

www.originalasisa.com £22.50; concessions £18

Perth Kinnoull Rotary Club presents

Black Dyke Band

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Asia

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Aye - An Affirmation of Martyn Bennett

Sat 29 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Yorkshire’s Black Dyke Band are arguably the best known - and the best - brass band in the world. Always innovative in terms of recordings, touring and collaborations while remaining the benchmark for brass band technique and repertoire, their concert performances cover a huge variety of music as befits an ensemble who have collaborated with Paul McCartney and Wings, Evelyn Glennie, Tori Amos, The Beautiful South, Elton John and The Beatles among many others.

www.blackdykeband.co.uk £16: £14 concessions

“The best brass band in the whole world” Elton John

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Kate Rusby

Marti Pellow

Perth Strathspey and Reel Society

Marti Pellow

The Society and friends play a selection of traditional music with special guests: Alastair McDonald, a highly talented singer, song-writer and broadcaster; The Billy Anderson Trio and Eddie Rose as compere with his own special brand of humour.

As well as fronting Wet Wet Wet, which so far have enjoyed 25 UK Top 40 singles, 3 number ones and 15 million album sales, Marti Pellow has established himself as a phenomenally-successful solo artist. His first solo album went straight into the Top 10, and he has since released two further albums.

Kate Rusby

Sentimental Me, his collection of ‘songs for lovers’ is soon to be released.

Songs For Lovers Wed 16 Apr: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Sun 30 Mar: 7pm Perth Concert Hall

£12

Thu 3 Apr: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Marti has enjoyed several previous sell out tours so early booking is advised.

Voted Best Live Act at the 2006 BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Kate Rusby is one of a few folk singers enjoying a wider success and one of the finest vocalists currently performing in any style. Subtly maturing, a decade into her professional career, she blends the traditional songs learned in her childhood with her own intuitive songwriting to stunning effect. This tour follows the release of Kate’s latest Top 20 studio album, Awkward Annie.

www.katerusby.com £18; concessions £16

“it was like seeing a stand up comic with a voice of an angel – perfect night’s entertainment”

The Guardian

“Rusby exudes rustic Yorkshire charm... a voice of appealing but uncompromising purity” Uncut

£30 £25 £20

Teddy Thompson Mon 21 Apr: 8pm Perth Theatre

The son of folk rock icons Richard and Linda Thompson and long-time arranger and accompanist for Rufus Wainwright, Teddy Thompson has carved out his own unique niche as a greatly talented songwriter in recent years. After two highly acclaimed albums of his own material, he has just released Upfront and Down Low, a collection of country covers from the likes of Dolly Parton, George Jones and The Everly Brothers with his own stamp firmly applied.

www.teddythompson.com £12; concessions £10

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Jack Jones

Colin Currie plays

Chimes International presents

Steve Reich’s Drumming Sat 26 Apr: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

KIDS GO FREE

£15; concessions £10

Callandra Productions present

Jethro Tull

40th Anniversary Tour Wed 7 May: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Jethro Tull released their first album, This Was, in 1968 followed by Benefit, Aqualung, and Thick as a Brick. The band’s success grew internationally, establishing them as one of the world’s top live acts throughout the 70’s. After 40 at the bottom, at the top and various points in between, Ian Anderson and Martin Barre remain at the centre of a group of sometimes changing but excellent musicians. Currently, Doane Perry, Tull drummer of some 24 years, together with John O’Hara on piano and accordion, and David Goodier on bass continue the legacy of Tull’s music wherever fans, young and old, want to hear rock, folk, jazz and classicalinspired music for grown-ups. £30 £27 £25 including booking fee

with his Big Band 50th Anniversary Tour Fri 9 May: 8pm Perth Concert Hall One of the great vocalists, Jack Jones makes a rare visit to the UK to celebrate half a century in showbusiness accompanied by his world-class 18-piece Big Band. Those five decades have garnered two Grammys, his own TV variety show, countless sellout world tours, regular Las Vegas engagements and 50 recorded albums (including 20 US Top 20 hits) – the latest a tribute to his great friend Tony Bennett. His stylish, elegant approach blends jazz, pop and swing to great effect on classic tracks such as Lollipops And Roses, Wives And Lovers, The Impossible Dream, The Race Is On, Lady, Call Me Irresponsible, What I Did For Love and the Love Boat theme as well as big band covers of more unlikely material like Light My Fire and Every Breath You Take.

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Lose yourself in Reich’s 1971 masterpiece, Drumming, an hour of the most mesmerising music around. It is inspired by Reich’s discovery of West African drumming – to which he added his own New York sensibility – truly transcontinental fusion. The music is tough, so performances are few and far between. Colin Currie has assembled his dream team for this performance.

Jack Jones

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Jethro Tull

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“the greatest pure singer in the world”

Mel Torme

“one of the major singers of our time” Frank Sinatra

MUSIC Karine Polwart

Chris Difford

Emma Pollock

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Michael Johnston

Future Pilot AKA

Kim Edgar

MC Soom T

Burnsong On Tour

with Karine Polwart | Chris Difford | Emma Pollock Future Pilot AKA | MC Soom T | Kim Edgar | Michael Johnston Sun 11 May: 7.30pm Perth Theatre This combination of amazing songwriting talent from diverse musical backgrounds first came together in 2006 for a special 5 day retreat called The Song House, run by Burnsong. Squeeze songwriter Chris Difford has been rightly hailed as half of the best British songwriting duo since Lennon and McCartney while Karine Polwart is firmly established as Scotland’s foremost singer songwriter. Emma Pollock recently embarked on a solo career after a decade fronting the much-missed Delgados. They are joined by acclaimed producer and electronica artist Future Pilot AKA, Glasgow hip-hop fusion vocalist MC Soom T, Edinburgh’s hotly-tipped Kim Edgar and Canadian keyboardist and singer Michael Johnston.

www.burnsong.com £12; concessions £10

“a stunning two-hour show…an amazingly diverse and accomplished set, from intimate piano ballads to glorious massed vocal tapestries.” ***** The Scotsman

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Shooglenifty Justin Adams, Juldeh Camara, Salah Dawson Miller Sat 17 May: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Tinariwen

HOMEAWAY

Rebellion and rock ‘n’ roll have been strutting hand-in-hand for more than half a century, but only very rarely has their union involved real weapons and a painful struggle for survival. Tinariwen fought a rebellion in the early 1990s to win greater freedom and self-determination for the Touareg people of the southern Sahara. The fight was brief and bloody but it gave birth to a whole new style of desert music, powered by rolling rhythms and electric guitars. Tinariwen are originators, survivors, the Stones and the Clash of the Sahara rolled into one, and their roots rock rebellion of the soul is one of the most entrancing sounds to emerge from Africa in years.

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Who better to pair Tinariwen with than Scotland’s own folkie renegades Shooglenifty. For more than a decade, they have been at the forefront of new Celtic music with a freewheeling blend of traditional tunes, world influences and irresistible rhythms delivered with blistering energy and a great sense of fun.

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Robert Plant’s guitarist and Tinariwen’s producer Justin Adams opens a terrific night of music performing with Gambian one-string fiddle player Juldeh Camara and Salah Dawson Miller showcasing their acclaimed fusion of delta blues and North African rhythms.

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“This virtuoso band started building crescendos from the start, each one higher than the last, until the final, shuddering chord left the roaring crowd breathless and cheering wildly” Evening News on Shooglenifty

Tinariwen

MUSIC

“the best rock album of the year, suggesting a gathering of the greatest guitars you’ve ever heard – John Lee Hooker, Jimi Hendrix, electric Bob Dylan” Sunday Times on Tinariwen

MUSIC+COMEDY

jazz + comedy + songwriters + folk

THE MONDAY NIGHT THING Redrooms at Perth Theatre The Monday Night Thing is a series of intimate weekly performances in the lush surroundings of Redrooms in Perth Theatre and the perfect venue to see some superb acts up close and personal.

0845 612 6320 Roddy Hart

Williams + MacColl

Lau

Kitty Flanagan

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“Wicked gags. Feisty wit. Always sharp. It’s just a matter of time before she becomes a stand-up star in her own right.” The Guardian

Jo Caulfield

“All the makings of a classic… timeless... a well crafted, stunning album” 5/5 Sunday Mail

“a captivating show… one of the big jazz stories of the year.” The Guardian

Secret Architecture

“Their raucous, driving attack is energised and exciting!” The Scotsman

Breabach

“There’s an irresistible new rhythm and momentum... with jokes coming thick and fast, but often when you least expect them.” Telegraph

Neil Cowley Trio

Paul Sinha

“some of the funniest traditional, free-form stand-up” The Observer

The Neil Cowley Trio Mon 10 Mar: 8pm

Completely original and totally accessible, NCT explore rhythm and groove with an emphasis on short tracks, repeating melodies, thrilling climaxes and high energy. Winners of Best Album at the 2007 British Jazz Awards, NCT are one of the most exciting new acts the UK has produced in many years. www.neilcowleytrio.com

£8; concessions £6

£10; concessions £8

Kitty Flanagan Jo Caulﬁeld and compere Bruce Fummey Mon 18 Feb: 8pm

Paul Sinha - King Of The World Andy Sir and compere Bruce Fummey Mon 17 Mar: 8pm

We kick off our comedy nights with a brilliant double bill starring two of the finest performers, male or female, on the circuit aided and abetted by our own regular compere Bruce Fummey www.kittyflanagan.com www.jocaulfield.com www.brucefummey.co.uk £10; concessions £8

Roddy Hart Southpaw (acoustic) Mon 25 Feb: 8pm

£8; concessions £6

Breabach Mon 3 Mar: 8pm

One of the most talked about new acts on the Scottish folk scene Breabach’s innovative celtic style, blending double bagpipes, whistle, fiddle, song and Scottish stepdance, brings to the stage flair, excitement and diversity rarely seen from such a young group. www.breabach.com £8; concessions £6

All shows: age 14+

Please note there will be no food available. Limited, unreserved seating.

£10; concessions £8

Kathryn Williams and Neill MacColl plus support Mon 24 Mar: 8pm

If you’re looking for a folk/acoustic pedigree, you simply can’t do better than this. A supremely talented Mercury Prize nominee who seems to have the undiluted respect of every music journalist in the country teams up with a member of a hugely influential musical clan who also happens to be one of the UK’s top session musicians and film composers... they write and record an album together. This is the story so far of Kathryn Williams and Neill MacColl. www.kathrynwilliams.net £12; concessions £10

Reinventing The Reel: Lau Ross Ainslie/Jarlath Henderson Trio Mon 31 Mar: 8pm

Two astoundingly talented trios join forces for a night of ferociously innovative music. Lau, Kris Drever (guitar/vocals), Aidan O’Rourke (fiddle) and Martin Green (accordion), have quickly established themselves as a major creative power. The Ross Ainslie/Jarlath Henderson Trio are Perthshire’s Ross (small pipes), Jarlath (uilleann pipes) and Ali Hutton (guitar/bodhran) and, like Lau, a truly thrilling live act. www.lau-music.co.uk www.myspace.com/rossandjarlath £12; concessions £10

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Last seen in Perth opening for Kris Kristofferson, Roddy Hart released his debut album Bookmarks to a chorus of critical acclaim last year and has been likened to Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen and Willie Nelson amongst others. Tonight’s guests, Perth’s very own Americana outlaws Southpaw, perform a special acoustic set. www.roddyhart.com www.southpaw-music.com

Paul Sinha is the world’s only gay, Asian, GP-turned-stand-up-comedian. Following a sell-out Fringe run, he delivers his unique take on life, death, binge drinking, trivia fanaticism and the roulette tables of Las Vegas. www.paulsinha.com

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Perth saxophone prodigy Fraser Campbell brings his trio, Secret Architecture, for their debut Scottish performance. The lineup is completed by Ilan Bar-Levi (guitar) and Zach Mangan (drums). Their distinctive sound blends contemporary progressive jazz ideals with rock, pop and folk influences. www.myspace.com/secretarchitecture

MUSIC+COMEDY

Secret Architecture Mon 11 Feb: 8pm

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COMEDY Horsecross and Just Laugh present

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Bruce Fummey About the Jacobites Sat 23 Feb: 8pm Perth Theatre

In August 1745 the Stuart dynasty returned to Britain, in the shape of Bonnie Prince Charlie. In August 2007 Perthshire comedian Bruce Fummey returned to the Edinburgh Fringe with this year’s offering About the Jacobites. There were more laughs than in 1745 and nobody died, but the Jacobite period will provide the backdrop to irreverent levity and laughter. Bruce likes his comedy to have an educational bent and after last year’s sell-out About Tam O’Shanter, Bruce brings his crass, but self deprecating style to the brutal, romantic and laugh out loud funny period of Scottish history leading up to Culloden.

www.brucefummey.co.uk

£10; concessions £8; recommended for 16+

“Simply and purely hilarious” Daily Record

“The guy knows how to make you laugh and make you laugh often.”

StandOut Comedy presents

Frankie Boyle Thu 13 Mar: 8pm Perth Concert Hall

After two hugely successful sell out Edinburgh Festival runs in 06 and 07, Frankie Boyle brings together material from both shows for his first national tour. One of comedy’s hottest names, Frankie is currently filming the 5th series of BBC2’s Mock the Week. His other TV appearances include 8 out of 10 Cats, Law Of The Playground, FAQ U, Have I Got News For You, They Think It’s All Over, Rush Hour and the new BBC panel show Would I Lie To You. Frankie takes audiences on a ride that leaves them gasping for more as well as gasping at his sheer audacity. Taboo subjects? Frankie certainly doesn’t have any. £17.50; concessions £15.50 strictly 16+

“Boyle’s show is comedy napalm” Evening News

“This powerhouse comic’s at the top of his game right now” The List

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Jimmy Carr

And another thing…

Look out for comedy nights as part of our new Monday Night Thing see page 20

Sat 21 Jun: 8pm Perth Concert Hall £19.50

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DANCE

Julie Young Dance Studios Thu 17 - Sat 19 Jan: 7.30pm + Sat matinee 2pm Perth Theatre

Showcasing young local performers displaying a variety of dance styles ranging from ballet, tap, Scottish and musical theatre. Join us for a superb night of foot tapping entertainment.

Nikki Matthews Dance School

Fri 2 + Sat 3 May: 7.30pm, 2.30pm Sat matinee Perth Theatre

Sat 19 Jan: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Ballet West tell the story of Coppélia, a doll made by old Dr Coppélius that is so lifelike and beautiful that all the people in the village believe her to be real. Swanilda, the heroine of the story, tries to make friends with what appears to be a lonely and quiet girl and is annoyed when she is ignored. She is further enraged when she sees her boyfriend, Franz, flirting with this beautiful girl and having his affections repaid with a kiss. Unaware that the other has the same idea, both Franz and Swanilda separately sneak into Dr Coppélius’ workshop at night to discover the truth behind the mysterious and beautiful Coppélia, with unexpected consequences for all concerned. Coppélia builds on the reputation of Ballet West in bringing professional quality, classical ballet to venues throughout Scotland. The principal roles will be performed by Sara-Maria Barton partnered by her brother Jonathan. These dancers are Adeline Genée medallists and have performed with companies such as Birmingham Royal Ballet, English National Ballet and Scottish Ballet and were received with critical acclaim for their performances in The Nutcracker, Romeo and Juliet and Swan Lake. £12; concessions £8

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£12; children £8

Ballet West Coppélia

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Dance Extravaganza 2008

DRAMA

Swashbuckling panto fun for all the family

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Fri 7 Dec Sat 5 Jan

TICKETS

from £10-£17.50 Family ticket from £44 (for 4)

what the papers say “strength and quality in every area”

“one of the finest productions of the year”

DRAMA

A stunning portrayal of the darker side of the

American dream

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Of Mice and Men

by John Steinbeck Date:

John Steinbeck’s classic tale is brought to life in this emotive play with friendship at its core. Set against the backdrop of America’s great depression, Of Mice and Men conveys the struggle of two migrant farm-workers trying to start a new life in California and the strains placed on family and friendship. This dramatic work has achieved international acclaim in its big-screen productions and now returns to the stage in an evocative play directed by Perth’s own Ian Grieve. Audio description: last Thu and last Sat matinee Sign language interpretation: last Sat matinee

Fri 1 - Sat 16 Feb

£5 preview Thu 31 Jan FREE Director’s Take Thu 31 + 14 Time: 7.45pm, 2.30pm Sat mat Venue: Perth Theatre Price: Tue-Thu £15.50: concessions £9.50 Fri-Sat £16.50: concessions £10 Sat mat £13: concessions £8.50 children £6.50

preview

KIDS GO FREE

DIRECTOR’S TAKE

first timer

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wine + dine (it’s Valentine’s!) 3 courses £18.50 (book with your ticket)

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Perth Theatre production by arrangement with Josef Weinberger Plays Ltd

DRAMA

“an amazing set of performances” The Courier on Elaine C Smith and

Perth Theatre Fri 14Andy- Gray Satin Two 29at Mar

£5 preview Thu 13 FREE Director’s Take Thu 13 + 27 7.45pm, 2.30pm Sat mat Perth Theatre

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Tue-Thu £15.50: concessions £9.50 Fri-Sat £16.50: concessions £10 Sat mat £13: concessions £8.50 children £6.50

preview

KIDS GO FREE

DIRECTOR’S TAKE

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RPM Arts Ltd & Michael Harrison present

(book with your ticket)

Elaine C Smith and Andy Gray return to Perth Theatre in a brand new production of the hit play which subsequently became a Hollywood blockbuster with Michael Caine, Brenda Blethyn and Jane Horrocks. Jim Cartwright’s acclaimed story of a modern Cinderella tells the extraordinary story of how a young woman discovers an incredible gift to mimic the greatest female vocalists of the twentieth century. Deprived of a father and with an overbearing and abusive mother, Little Voice could have the world at her feet... With fantastic songs, powerful drama and big laughs don’t miss the rise and fall of Little Voice. Audio description: last Thu and last Sat matinee Sign language interpretation: last Sat matinee

Rapture Theatre Company

Shining City

by Conor McPherson Fri 7 - Sat 8 Mar: 7.45pm Perth Theatre

DRAMA

This humorous, haunting and fascinating play will have you gripped right up to the shocking twist in the tale.

After leaving the priesthood, Ian becomes a therapist in Dublin. One of his first clients is John who repeatedly sees the ghostly figure of his dead wife. But surely it must be his imagination…

£12; concessions £8; children £6.50

wine + dine: 3 courses £18.50 (book with your ticket)

PICK n

Titanic the Musical

Perth Amateur Operatic Society Fri 4 - Sat 12 Apr (incl Mon 7): 7.30pm, 2.30pm Sat matinee 12 Apr Perth Theatre You’ve heard the true-life story, you’ve seen the film, now witness the all-singing account. Based on the true story of the great ship’s maiden voyage, from departure in Southampton to sinking in the Atlantic, the story follows passengers and crew members who were aboard the Titanic back in 1912. The show opened on Broadway in April 1997 and went on to win five Tony awards including Best Musical. tickets on sale 7 Jan £13; preview Fri 4 + Sat 5 £10

first timer

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Through taut and witty Irish banter, hidden demons begin to surface as Ian starts to realise that his life parallels John’s in many ways, and that the “ghosts” of his past may yet come back to haunt him too.

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starring

Bernie Nolan (Brookside,The Bill, The Games) Michelle Gayle

(Eastenders, Re-Born In The USA, pop star)

Kim Hartman (‘Allo ‘Allo, Casualty) Returning for its last ever UK tour, this sell-out comedy is a brutally honest, wickedly funny and exceptionally touching play about parenting. If you’re a mother, father or even loosely related to one – this hysterically funny and poignant collection of issues will touch you in some way.

Tue 15 - Sat 19 Apr Tue-Thu 7.45pm Fri-Sat 6pm + 8.30pm Perth Theatre

£16: concessions £14 children £6.50

PICK n

see p42 for info

wine + dine: 3 courses £18.50 (book with your ticket)

DRAMA 0845 612 6320

A Mull Theatre production

Thu 24 - Sat 26 Apr 2pm and 7pm Perth Theatre

CLASSIC subscription

children £6.50; adults £10; concessions £8 family £30 (2 adults + 2 children) babes in arms go free (under 2s not in a seat)

PICK n KIDS

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Katie Morag comes to life in a musical show full of fun for all the family

“A lively, lovingly presented wee show”

The Herald

“a cheery musical romp performed with bags of energy”

Hi-Arts

Travel on the ferry to Struay to meet one of the best-loved characters in children’s books – Katie Morag McColl. She may live on a tiny weather-beaten island, but there’s plenty of mischief to get up to, and Katie Morag is always up to something! Two American kids arrive with their dad to find their Scottish roots, but Katie Morag can’t believe how spoiled they are – and the visitors can’t believe there aren’t shopping malls on Struay! But as they become caught up in a treasure trail, Katie Morag and the visitors soon learn that appearances can deceive... Meet Eriska the horse and the Struay cats, stumble across ancient ghosts in spooky places, join in with the songs and help Katie Morag find the answers to the riddles.

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morning coffee

afternoon tea

pre-show supper

cocktails

dinner

Redrooms at Perth Theatre 01738 472709 now under management of Horsecross Nosh

DRAMA

The perfect wife for an old man. For a rich old man. Pretty, naïve and very, very young. You’ve brought her up to be just that way. What could possibly go wrong?

theatrebabel presents

Educating Agnes by Liz Lochhead

A new version of Moliere’s School for Wives

Thu 8 - Sat 10 May 7.45pm (no Sat matinee) Perth Theatre

£14; concessions £10; children £6.50

KIDS GO FREE

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first timer

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wine + dine: 3 courses £18.50 (book with your ticket)

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Sometimes in a dark and daft world where no one can be trusted, a man needs to go to any lengths to control a woman. This fourth collaboration between theatrebabel and Liz Lochhead is an electrifying and ribald new version from ‘Scotland’s greatest living dramatist’ (Scotland on Sunday), infamous for her adaptations of Moliere’s best plays.

“An enthralling version…highly atmospheric… outstanding” The Independent on theatrebabel’s Macbeth

“brilliantly, raucously and scabrously funny” The Sunday Times on Lochead’s Le Misanthrope

first timer

KIDS AND FAMILIES Katie Morag

A Mull Theatre production

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Katie Morag

Thu 24 - Sat 26 Apr: 2pm and 7pm Perth Theatre see page 29

Mini Music Makers

Saturday: 12 Jan, 9 Feb, 15 Mar + 19 Apr

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0-12 mth 1-2 yrs 2-3½ yrs 3½-5 yrs

10-10.30am 10.45-11.15am 11.30am-12pm 12.15-1pm

Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall Join Nicola Killean and her puppet friends, as she opens up the world of music to your tiny ears. Through her great repertoire of musical games, songs and activities she will have your child enjoying music and learning creative skills at the same time! Music and song are great for the soul and an easy way to make new friends. Organised by the National Youth Choir of Scotland.

children must be accompanied by an adult Hot ticket: book early! £2.50 each session: adults free

Musical Minors

8 week block: Monday: 14 Jan - 17 Mar (no classes 18 Feb + 3 Mar) 4-15 mth 15 mth-2 yrs 2-3 yrs 15 mth-2yrs 3-5 yrs 2-3 yrs

9.45-10.15am 10.30-11am 11.15am-12pm 12.15-12.45pm 1-1.45pm 2-2.45pm

Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall 8 workshops of music and percussion with Yasmin Fraser. Each session introduces music and percussion in a relaxed and informal way. Workshops focus on nursery rhymes, playing percussion and moving to music. A perfect opportunity for children to socialise and meet new friends. Buy your tickets as a block and get a discount or purchase tickets individually. 8 week block:

£28 for 30 min classes £32 for 45 min class individual ticket: £4 per 30 min class £4.50 per 45 min class adults free

Zombies and Monsters Sat 19 Jan 8-12 yrs 12+

11am-12.30pm 1.30-3.30pm

Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall

Children’s Classic Concerts present

Music Goes Wild Sun 18 May: 3pm see page 9

Hair- raising, transfixing, practical and gory. Come along and create your very own zombie using special effects make up. Led by stage make up specialist Susan McClymont. Hot ticket: book early! £5

Heelie-go-Leerie!

KIDS AND FAMILIES

Scoular Anderson

Licketyspit presents

Sat 16 Feb: 7.30pm Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall Does what is says on the tin! Come along and get funky. Learn the latest moves from the street suitable for anyone who loves to groove! 10-10.30am 11.15am – 12pm 1-2pm 2.15-3.30pm

£3 £3 £5 £5

Scoular Anderson

An Adventure with the Space Pirates Sat 23 Feb: 11am + 2pm Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert hall Scoular Anderson lives in a house in Argyll which overlooks the Firth of Clyde. He spends lots of time looking at the passing ships rather than getting on with his work. He likes writing books which are funny or make the reader learn something. So far, he has written and illustrated about 80 books and illustrated around the same number for other authors. He likes drawing dogs and castles but hates bicycles and horses because they stick out at strange angles. £3.50; 4 for £12 age 7 to 11

Fri 29 Feb: 10-11am + 1-2pm (schools) Sat 1 Mar: 11am-12pm + 3-4pm free 50 minute workshops: Sat 1 Mar: 9.45am, 12.45pm, 1.45pm Perth Theatre An exuberant, highly physical show for children and families, with bagpipes, drumming, dancing, games and songs. Celebrate the riches of childhood and the energy, wit and tenacity of children – no matter what! Workshops: Come along and play games, share rhymes, sing songs and scribble on the playground wall. There will be free interactive programmes and games sheets available from

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£8; children £4; babes in arms free family ticket (2+2) £20 schools £3; accompanying adults free for 3-12 year olds and everyone else!

“a charming and seductive children’s show, full of magical moments and strange sights.” The Scotsman on Licketyspit’s Green Whale

Circus Skills Sat 22 Mar 8-12 yrs 12+

10-11am 1-2.30pm

Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall For all children’s events, children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult

Learn to juggle, balance and use a unicycle. If you’ve ever fancied yourself as a circus entertainer then this workshop is for you. £5

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3-5 yrs 5-8 yrs 8-12 yrs 12+

Heelie-go-Leerie!

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Street Dance

Oscar

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Norie-Miller Studio Perth Concert Hall

£5 each 4 shows for £15

Puppet + Animation Festival Puppet State Theatre Company

The Man Who Planted Trees Wed 2 Apr: 2pm age 7+

A magical, comical, multi-sensory (including smell) adaptation of Jean Giono’s well-loved story. Accompanied by his faithful dog, a French shepherd sets out to plant a forest and revive a barren and desolate land. Hear the wind, feel the rain and smell the lavender growing on the mountainside. Hilarious, yet profound, it is a wonderful parable of life – the tale of a human being who saw a need and decided not to ignore it but to “put things right”.

Garlic Theatre

The Magnificent Flying Machine Thu 3 Apr: 2pm age 4+

Have you ever dreamed of having wings? Follow the wacky adventures of Professor Bix Horn as he tries to build a flying machine out of the most unlikely things. Sit back and enjoy the ride as Garlic Theatre, with beautifully crafted puppets, a bowler hat and a balloon, take you on a hair-brained journey of a lifetime.

“The children were enthralled, totally caught up in the story - they were there!” Great Barton Primary

Catherine Wheels Theatre Company

Martha

Tue 8 Apr: 2pm age 5+ Who is Martha? Martha lives by the sea... Martha lives alone... Martha doesn’t need anyone... She is stubborn, eccentric and highly independent. One day she has an unexpected visitor and for Martha life will never be the same again. Martha is a wonderful, funny and moving story about friendship, trust and a goose. This award-winning production never fails to delight.

“Borrow a child if you don’t already have one, and the delight will come at seeing the world through their eyes” The List Mousetale Puppets

Oscar and the Quest for the Underground Princess Thu 10 Apr: 2pm age 4+

Oscar is irresistibly drawn into an underground myth when he receives a mysterious riddle to solve. Martin, a prince in the mole kingdom, needs Oscar’s help to find the beautiful Princess Emily. But the evil rat, Snotter, has plans of his own... Can Oscar beat him in the quest? Armed with nothing but a cream bun and an electric guitar, Oscar is determined to have lots of fun along the way!

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Wednesdays: 7.30-9.30pm 9, 16, 23, 30 Jan 6 + 20 Feb 5 +12 Mar Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall

For info contact: jfenna@horsecross.co.uk £4 each session; £3 concessions; age 16 +

In the Mood

Mondays: 3-4.30pm 14 Jan, 18 Feb, 17 Mar Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert hall In the Mood is an informal afternoon of sing-a-long and entertainment led by Jo Fenna (violin) and Sandy Lindsay (accordion/piano) with guest musicians. Most of the sing-a-long music is from the 1930s-1960s as well as traditional but you are welcome to bring anything along and we’ll have a go. Sandy and Jo play a great variety of music and will entertain you with tunes from all over the world from Hungarian Dances to Argentinean Tango. For info contact: jfenna@horsecross.co.uk. £3 each session, including refreshment

for singers and orchestral musicians Sat 19 Jan: 10am-5pm (instrumentalists) Sun 20 Jan: 10am-12.30pm (singers) 1.30pm-6pm (everyone) concert 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall and various Big Sing favourite and SCO’s chorus master, Mark Hindley, will guide you through spine tingling opera classics, including great choruses from Carmen. Instrumentalists will be coached by SCO players and soprano Wendy Dawn Thompson will perform with the whole Operantics team in the main auditorium at Perth Concert Hall. Bring your friends and family to this FREE concert! Singers of all abilities are welcome but instrumentalists need to have some experience. you must book in advance instrumentalists booking line: Jo Fenna on 01738 477722 (age 12+) singers (age 12+) and concert booking line: box office on 0845 612 6320

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Horsecross Voices is a really popular and enjoyable evening of trying great music. Join us for this pick and mix of group singing styles. As well as learning vocal techniques and warm ups, you’ll sing a variety of musical styles including jazz, musicals, Scottish traditional, world and classical, with experts in each field. We welcome all levels, including newcomers to group singing, and music reading is not necessary. This is a drop in group so please come as often as you like.

Operantics

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Horsecross Voices

COMMUNITY/JOIN IN

Horsecross in association with Scottish Chamber Orchestra Education and Making Music

instrumentalists £25; concessions £10 singers £10; concessions £5 CONCERT FREE

Dunedin Consort

Workshops for Amateur Singers Sun 27 Jan: 2-9pm Perth Theatre Join the Dunedin Consort for workshops on Handel’s oratorio Israel in Egypt leading to a performance at The Queen’s Hall, Edinburgh on Sat 9 Feb with full orchestra and singers from all over Scotland. Not for sale at box office. Application form from www.dunedin-consort.org.uk or 0131 220 3389.

UNIQUE

YOUTH THEATRE

FUN

PYT is a dynamic and thriving theatre company for young people aged from 12-25. Collaborate, act, direct, devise, write and perform. We accept applications all year round so if you would like more information or want to join please contact Jennifer McGregor on 01738 477730 or email jmcgregor@horsecross.co.uk

Sketch!

Thu 24 + Fri 25 Jan: 8pm Thu 28 + Fri 29 Feb: 8pm Redrooms, Perth Theatre

0845 612 6320

£3

Sit back, have a drink and enjoy an evening of full on comedy with a host of hilarious skits, sketches, songs and monologues. Performed in the relaxed setting of our Redrooms bar, this cabaret style performance has sold out in previous years so get your tickets fast!

“Oh how I giggled!” audience member 2007 www.horsecross.co.uk

LOUD LO UD ALIVE ENERGY

PYT Festival June 2008

Throughout June we will present an array of performances, and showcases by PYT. From studio theatre productions to main house, new writing to adaptations. Theatre created by young people for young people. Cutting edge, dynamic, energetic and vital! See it to believe it. Full programme available nearer the time.

CREATIVE CREATIVE

“PYT truly excelled in their latest mainstage production”

LIGHTS

Perthshire Advertiser

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ACTT AC ION

Glassrooms at Perth Concert Hall 01738 477724 by daytime, family friendly and fresh by night,

jewel-like and atmospheric

treat yourself to coffee and cake linger over lunch with friends relax a while with the kids chill with an-end-of-day drink celebrate with dinner and bubbles

NEW MEDIA ART 0845 612 6320

Find out how artists reinvent

the tradition of landscape in art by exploring far-flung places and cultures. Go beyond the

polarizing debate over development and preservation of our landscaped environment. Embrace both change and stability,

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thrill and empathy. Well, bon

Christina McPhee La Conchita N=Amour Wrestle with emotions about climate change politics while following this disarming artist’s documentary about the mudslide-torn beach town of La Conchita, California.

Artist’s first public gallery exhibition in Scotland.

voyage!

Untitled. Travel in a Box Lala Rascic See and hear the artist re-enacting a story of a Black slave boy who shipped himself to freedom in a box from Virginia to Philadelphia in 1849.

Artist’s first public gallery exhibition in Scotland.

Happy the Believers (The toing and froing of a Solipsist) Rob Kennedy

Delve into the world of Grand Theft Auto as appropriated by Kennedy for art’s sake. See how the gaming hero melds with romantic Ruckenfigur as he saunters through the hinterland of drab suburbs and digital forests.

until 30 Apr 08 Daily 10am – 7pm all areas

Bon Voyage

an international show with 5 new commissions + favourites from the collection

Franca! Silvana Macêdo

Practice whalespotting with this affectionate artist’s video compiled from live Internet transmissions from the Southern Coast of Brazil – winter home to the endangered right whale species.

Wee Views Mare Tralla artspace

Follow the artist’s own trail as a cultural tourist around the galleries and museums of the world through a series of striking photographs of…door knobs snapped in the privacy of toilet cubicles!

NEW MEDIA ART

“Perth’s Threshold artspace shows of watering down its bold remit in pro no signs gramming stunning and inspiring artwork Scotland on Sunday

Curator’s Tours

Iliyana Nedkova

Inspired or mystiﬁed by new media art? Can’t make Mondays? Opt for a special appointment.

60 artists’ artspace for free and look out for more than

works as part of

Scotland’s only permanent collection and archive of

All created as spectacular 22-channel

video art installations, interactive soundscapes, live Internet transmissions or art game projections.

daily | 10am-7pm | Redrooms at Perth Theatre Specially designed, each issue of Read More features an essay about a selected work from the collection. Recent issues on Claude Closky + Olle Essvik + Catherine-Anne Lee. Forthcoming on Rob Kennedy + Christina McPhee + Thomson & Craighead + Mare Tralla.

Collect Art

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Collect affordable contemporary art + support our exhibition programme. Be one of the few in the world who owns a print by Susan Collins, co-produced by Horsecross and signed by the artist. Limited edition of 20, £200 each or £700 for a set of 4 unframed.

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selected Mondays 2-3pm all areas 16 + 23 Apr + 7 May

Special offer to Horsecrossregular members and Horsecross staff !

Artists’ Opportunity Ongoing 24/7 free downloads online

Read More Our journal for critical writing ISSN 1755-0866

Calling all Perthshire-based professional artists to submit an exhibition proposal for Threshold at Perth Theatre’s Redrooms.

for info contact:

Iliyana Nedkova, our Creative Director (New Media Art) inedkova@horsecross.co.uk.

FILM

Battle of Algiers Battle of Algiers

Battle of Algiers

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The Page Turner

Golden Balls

A young pianist seeks musical revenge in this exquisite thriller (French with subtitles.)

Bigas Lunas directs this larger than life Benidorm romp. (Spanish with subtitles.)

Thu 10 Jan

Cert 15, 85 mins

Thu 13 Mar

Cert 18, 95 mins

Black Book

Ghosts

Captivating Jewish double agent infiltrates the Nazis, by Robocop/Basic Instinct director Paul Verhoeven. (Dutch with subtitles.)

Nick Broomfield’s retrospective on the Chinese immigrant Morecambe Bay tragedy.

Thu 24 Jan

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Cert 18, 146 mins

A Woman in Winter Thu 7 Feb

Mind-bending love tale featuring Brian Cox set in Edinburgh, Richard Jobson directs.

Cert 12, 98 mins

Thu 27 Mar

Cert 15, 97 mins

Hotel Harabati Thu 17 Apr

Tale that questions what you might do if you found someone’s luggage. (French with subtitles.)

Cert 15/18, 94mins

Battle of Algiers Thu 21 Feb

Algerian guerillas meet French forces in this chilling 1960s political-cinema classic. (French with subtitles.) Shown in association with Perth Group of Amnesty International.

Cert 15, 135 mins

Great films, everyone very welcome

Perth Film Society All films start at 7.45pm

Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall £4.50 at the door or £20 for all 7 films: seniors/unwaged £3.50 or £15 for all 7 For more info, please call Susannah (01738 636339) or Lis (01821 642195) email:perthfilmsociety@tiscali.co.uk Films sponsored by Omni instruments

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Derek Acorah

EVENTS

PBN Spring Exhibition

Perth Concert Hall 8 Jan Paul Harris: India - Tribal Frontiers 12 Feb Mike Bentley: The Antarctic Ice Sheet and Climate Change 11 Mar James Raffan: Emperor of the North

Norie-Miller Studio & Foyer, Perth Concert Hall Hosted by Perthshire Businesswomen’s Network, this is a first-time event giving members of PBN the opportunity to display, promote and offer a wide range of their products and services direct to the public. Special taster & advice sessions will be available.

Tuesdays: 7.30pm

£5; members and students FREE

The Scottish Bead Fair Perth Concert Hall Scotland’s largest and most exciting event dedicated to beads and jewellery making supplies is back - and it is bigger and better than ever! With twice as many exhibitors, bead making demonstrations, classes for adults and children, the event is not one to be missed. See website for full details.

www.scottishbeadfair.com www.precioussparklebeads.co.uk

£4: under 16s free (must be with an adult)

ETM presents

Derek Acorah Fri 14 Mar: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall

Derek is undoubtedly the UK’s No.1 spirit medium. The star of Living TV’s Ghost Towns, Most Haunted, Most Haunted Live and The Antiques Ghost Show brings his hugely entertaining evening of psychic ability to Perth Concert Hall by popular demand. Wherever he appears his shows are sell-outs, so book early to avoid disappointment.

www.derekacorah.org £17.50

www.info@perthshirebusinesswomen.co.uk FREE - Open to the public

Dunfermline Ask Medley of Mediums

Fri 18 Apr: 7.30pm Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall

With Jock McArthur, Jean Bruce, Kerry McLeod, Debbie Young and Ivan Seller, our mediums cover the full spectrum of mediumship including trance, clairvoyance, private readings, aura-graphs, and healing. They carry out workshops and Divine Services in Touch Community Centre, 30 Mercer Place, Dunfermline and elsewhere around the country. This is a golden opportunity to see our Mediums together and a great family night out. £8: £6 concessions

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Sun 24 Feb: 11am-5pm

Tue 18 Mar: 11am – 4pm

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Concessions Where they are available

concessions usually apply to 16 and under, Young Scots, unwaged, students, people with disabilities and senior citizens (only Saturday matinees at the theatre). Carers go FREE. Bring your ID when you collect tickets. Not every show offers concessions and they are subject to availability.

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Car parking Kinnoull Street multi-storey is a few minutes walk from both venues. Open Mon-Sat 7am-midnight, Sun 10ammidnight. Charge from 6pm-midnight is £1

Tickets are non-refundable and non-returnable. Exchanges may be possible for another performance of the show for a small admin fee. We don’t operate waiting lists and don’t take reservations apart from large groups. Exchanges are free for subscribers within the subscription season.

Drinks policy

You may be allowed to take a drink into the auditorium, depending on where you sit and what sort of event it is — check at the bar. For safety, we never allow drinks in the balcony at the concert hall. PS save queuing by pre-ordering interval drinks; just ask at the bar.

Information correct at time of going to print. Some of the info in this programme may change and other shows may be added - check online or at the box office.

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Front of House Contacts:

Front of House Manager, Perth Theatre Jen Hoy 01738 477748

Front of House Manager, Perth Concert Hall: Phil Persoglio 01738 472700

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Have a nice day!

We want your visit Perth Theatre or Perth Concert Hall to be a delight. If you find anything puzzling, unhelpful, mysterious or just plain bad, please tell us and we’ll try to help.

Disabled friendly

Both buildings are designed to be disabled friendly and have stair lifts, lifts, induction loops, infra-red enhanced hearing system and staff who are trained to help.

Visually impaired

We have an audio version of this brochure.

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Touch Tours

Visually impaired people can feel the set and costumes before the performance. These are held the last Thursday and last Saturday matinee of each show at 6pm on Thursday and 1pm on Saturday. Tours are free but must be reserved with box office. Audio Description (for 4 Classic Subscription plays) Visually impaired people listen to a description of the action on stage as it happens via headsets linking them to trained describers watching the show. This happens the last Thursday and last Saturday matinee of each show. Transport (for 4 Classic Subscription plays) Visually impaired people can use a special bus to come to the last Thursday and last Saturday matinee of each show for only £2 return. To find out about pick-up points contact Jen Hoy, Front of House Manager on 01738 477748.

Hard of hearing

We now have a mini loop system installed at point of sale in both the theatre and concert hall. This will allow both the customer and the staff member, who wear hearing aids, to communicate better. Hard of hearing can use our Infra Red Enhanced hearing headsets or our induction loop. Signed Performances (for 4 Classic Subscription plays) People who are Deaf or hard of hearing can enjoy performances interpreted using BSL the last Saturday matinee of each show.

Guide/hearing dogs

All guide and hearing dogs are welcome in our buildings.

Family friendly

We have booster seats for little ones; our restaurants provide high chairs, bottle warming, and we’re breast-feeding friendly; and there are baby-changing facilities for men and women to use in both buildings.

If there’s something we’re missing, ask to speak to the front of house manager in either building. We want to be the best!

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Trilok Gurtu Tales and Talas The Monday Night Thing Perform in Perth Horsecross Voices Scottish Chamber Orchestra Shining City Lunchtime Concert The Monday Night Thing Horsecross Voices The Rise and Fall of Little Voice Frankie Boyle Derek Acorah Mini Music Makers Scottish Ensemble Perth Choral Society In the Mood The Monday Night Thing PBN Spring Exhibition Aye - An Afﬁrmation of Martyn Bennett Asia Circus Skills The Monday Night Thing NYCoS National Girls Choir P&K Central Groups Concert Camerata Scotland Spring Tour Black Dyke Band Perth Strathspey and Reel Society The Monday Night Thing

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