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Welcome...
to summertime at Perth Concert Hall and Perth Theatre, where we are looking forward to serving up a host of festivals and high-calibre events across the performing arts as well as a range of inspirational creative opportunities for all ages to join in. Our plans for transforming Perth’s historic theatre received their biggest boost to date this season when our project partners Perth & Kinross Council voted to provide up to £4.424 million in additional funds, if necessary, to give the Transform Perth Theatre project the green light. This huge boost brings the Council’s potential contribution to nearly £7.5m and means that construction can start next year! While a new theatre for Perth is now secured, your support will be invaluable in ensuring that we can open this revitalised landmark cultural venue with the best possible facilities for our artists, audiences and creative learning participants. Visit www.transformperththeatre.co.uk to find out more about the project and how you can get involved.
Jacqueline McKay and the Creative Team at Horsecross Arts left to right Iliyana Nedkova, Creative Director | Visual Arts • James Waters, Creative Director | Classical Music Rachel O’Riordan, Creative Director | Theatre • Andy Shearer, Creative Director | Music Noëlle Cobden, Head of Creative Learning • Jacqueline McKay , Chief Executive
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CLASSICAL
James Gilchrist in recital Tue 30 Apr: 7.30pm Beethoven Britten Schumann
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An die ferne Geliebte Winter Words Dichterliebe
James Gilchrist, tenor Anna Tilbrook, piano James Gilchrist’s performance of Schubert’s Die schöne Müllerin at the 2010 Schubertiad will never be forgotten by those who heard it. This evening’s recital includes great song cycles by Schumann and Beethoven as well as Britten’s Winter Words in the composer’s centenary year. £21, £16, £11; concessions £19, £14, £9 (includes booking fee)
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Lunchtime Concerts Series
Christina Lawrie in recital Mon 6 May: 1pm
Chopin Carl Vine Schubert
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Ballade No.4 in F minor Op.52 5 Bagatelles (1994) Fantasy in C major D760 ‘Wanderer’
Hailed as a rising star by International Piano magazine, Scottish pianist Christina Lawrie has performed with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, on BBC Radio 3 and at the Cheltenham Music Festival.
until 12noon on the day: £6.50; concessions £5.50 after 12noon on the day: £7.50; no concessions unreserved seating add soup and a sandwich for just KIDS Pre - Show £3.50 (book until 11am on the day) GO FREE Meal
Michelangelo String Quartet Wed 8 May: 7:30pm Beethoven
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Quartet in B flat Op.18 No.6 Quartet in B flat Op.130 Grosse Fuge Op.133
The last of Beethoven’s first set of quartets is contrasted with a performance of Op.130 with the Grosse Fuge as its finale. This is one of Beethoven’s most extraordinary and uncompromising musical utterances and the only way to end the Michelangelo String Quartet’s marvellous series performing the complete Beethoven string quartets.
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Music on a Saturday Morning Sat 18 May: 11am
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The Music on a Saturday Morning concerts are performed by young musicians from the area who have decided to make a career in music. This year’s artist will be violinist Jessica Hall.
CLASSICAL MUSIC
Jessica Hall
Founder and leader of the Murray Quartet, Jessica studied at the Royal Northern College of Music. She is an accomplished orchestral musician, having toured with the National Youth Orchestra as leader. £10.50; Young Scot card holders, registered disabled or unemployed, students £8.50 (includes booking fee) free for school children, available on the door
Perth Festival of the Arts
Festival Service with Perth Youth Orchestra Sun 19 May: 11am
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St John’s Kirk
Perth Youth Orchestra, conducted by Allan Young, are an important part of the Perth Festival of the Arts programme, and perform this year’s Festival Service in the beautifully-restored St John’s Kirk.
free, no ticket required
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English Chamber Orchestra with Sir James and Lady Galway Sun 19 May: 7.30pm Holst Mozart Vivaldi Mozart
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St Paul’s Suite Flute Concerto in D K314 Concerto for 2 Flutes Symphony No.29 in A major
Jaime Martín, conductor Sir James and Lady Galway, flutes The opening concert of the Perth Festival of the Arts, with legendary flautist James Galway.
£36.50, £34, £25.50; Young Scot card holders, registered disabled or unemployed, students, under 16s £34.50, £32, £23.50
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Perth Festival of the Arts
The Sixteen Choral Pilgrimage Sat 25 May: 7.30pm
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Harry Christophers and his world-renowned choir The Sixteen perform glorious music in churches and cathedrals for which it was written. The group will take you through the musical evolution of Allegri’s legendary and much-requested Miserere.
Perth Festival of the Arts
Moscow State Symphony Orchestra Russian Gala Concert Sun 26 May: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall
The programme also features stunning music by Palestrina, as well as another brilliant yet contrasting setting of the Miserere by James MacMillan. £25.50; under 16s, students, registered disabled or unemployed £23.50 (includes booking fee)
The Brewin Dolphin Festival Concert Rimsky Korsakov Introduction & Three Miracles from Tsar Saltan Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto No.1 Khachaturian Adagio from Spartacus Khachaturian Waltz from Masquerade Tchaikovsky Francesca da Rimini Pavel Kogan, conductor Tatiana Kolesova, piano The Moscow State Symphony Orchestra is one of the foremost interpreters of Russian composers. Pavel Kogan has earned the orchestra a reputation for artistic excellence, being named one of the ten greatest conductors of the 20th century in 2011.
£33, £30.50, £22.50; Young Scot card holders, students, registered disabled or unemployed £31, £28.50, £20.50; school children £10.50 (includes booking fee)
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Concerts Tea Dance
Tea Dance Sun 9 Jun: 3pm
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£5; no concessions
Pop-up Performance Coaching Sessions
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Italian Serenade Sextet from Capriccio Sextet No.1 in B flat
What better way to spend lunchtime than in the company of a sextet playing great works from the Romantic string repertoire?
until 12noon on the day: £6.50; concessions £5.50 after 12noon on the day: £7.50; no concessions add soup and a sandwich for just £3.50 (book until 11am on the day)
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Wed 12 Jun: 7.30pm Britten Shostakovich Britten
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Three Divertimenti (arr. Morton) String Quartet No.2 (arr. Morton) Two pieces Op.11 String Quartet No.2 (arr. Matthews)
This concert featuring the music of Britten and Shostakovich marks the end of the Ensemble’s four-day residency in Perth. Britten’s intense and powerful string quartet reveals the boisterous and energetic side of his personality. Shostakovich’s second string quartet bubbles with similar energy, with flavours of Russian folk and klezmer music and a triumphant series of variations to finish. There will be a pre-concert talk at 6.45pm in the Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall. KIDS GO FREE £13 (includes booking fee); students £5
For a full list of residency events, pick up a leaflet from Perth Concert Hall or visit the Scottish Ensemble website, www. scottishensemble.co.uk
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Lunchtime Sextet Concert Wolf Strauss Brahms
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Quartets Squared St John’s Kirk, Perth
The Ensemble turns palm court orchestra for an afternoon of ballroom classics. Choose your partners and dance to golden age favourites while enjoying afternoon tea. If your steps need refreshing there will be an expert on hand to jog your memory.
Mon 10 Jun: 1pm
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CLASSICAL
Perth Residency 9-12 June
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Perth Festival of the Arts
Donizetti’s The Siege of Calais English Touring Opera Thu 16 May: 7:30pm
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What does it mean to be a citizen? What is it that a citizen owes to his city, or country? This is the question posed by Donizetti’s ‘serious’ opera, sung in Italian, constructed of bel canto arias and ensembles of extraordinary quality. Sung in Italian with English surtitles. There will be a pre-opera talk in the Studio Theatre at 6.30pm. Please book a free ticket in advance. £37.50, £28, £24, £10.50; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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Verdi’s Simon Boccanegra English Touring Opera Fri 17 May: 7.30pm
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A sombre story of family ties, love and politics set to some of Verdi’s most beautiful music. ETO’s first new Verdi production for several years, this is a massive undertaking for the company, with an unusually large chorus and orchestra, supported with a special grant from the Peter Moores Foundation. Sung in Italian with English surtitles. There will be a pre-opera talk in the Studio Theatre at 6.30pm. Please book a free ticket in advance. £37.50, £28, £24, £10.50; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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Mozart’s Così fan tutte English Touring Opera Sat 18 May: 7.30pm
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A cynical gentleman’s conviction that women cannot be faithful sets in motion a chain of deceit, disguise and desire in the most perfect ensemble opera ever written. Così fan tutte is in many ways Mozart’s best opera score, and Da Ponte’s most challenging libretto. Paul Higgins directs this new period production. Sung in English. £37.50, £28, £24, £10.50; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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OPERA MUSIC
St Andrews Opera presents
Handel’s Acis and Galatea Sun 30 Jun: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall Jane Pettegree, director Michael Downes, conductor Singers from the University of St Andrews perform Handel’s baroque masterpiece, directed by Jane Pettegree. Its pastoral setting will be brought to life in specially commissioned images by Jean Duncan.
£18.50, £14.50, £12.50; concessions £16.50, £12.50, £8.50 (includes booking fee)
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Live on Screen
Metropolitan Opera: Giulio Cesare Sat 27 Apr: 5pm
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Playhouse Cinema
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Accompanied by a period-instrument orchestra led by Lucy Russell and conducted by Michael Downes.
Harry Bicket, conductor The final production of the Metropolitan Opera’s 2012-13 season, live via satellite from New York. The opera that conquered London in Handel’s time comes to the Met in David McVicar’s lively production which wowed audiences at the Glyndebourne Festival in 2005. The world’s leading countertenor, David Daniels, sings the title role opposite Natalie Dessay as an irresistibly exotic Cleopatra.
£18.50; concessions £16 (includes booking fee)
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YOUTH CLASSICAL
Youth Classical Music Perth and Kinross
National Youth Orchestras of Scotland present
Primary School Music Camp Concert
NYOS Junior Orchestra
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presented by the Instrumental Music Service, Cultural & Community Services
Thu 9 May: 7pm
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Returning from an intense week of musicmaking, over 200 young musicians from throughout Perth & Kinross will present a pleasant mixture of classical and light music. One of the most popular concerts of the music services season! Free but ticketed, please contact Box Office
Music for Youth National Festival
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Sibelius Finlandia Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No.1 Rimsky-Korsakov Tsar Saltan Suite Roland Kieft, conductor Donald Robinson, soloist NYOS Junior Orchestra is for young musicians aged 8 - 13yrs. The first step on the ladder for aspiring members of the National Youth Orchestra of Scotland, this is their chance to perform large-scale symphonic repertoire. £13; concessions £9; (includes booking fee) children £4
Thu 13 Jun: 10.30am + 4pm Perth Concert Hall Music for Youth is delighted to be returning for its second National Festival in Scotland. This one day music festival will feature a wide range of fantastic performances by young musicians from across Scotland. Participating groups will also have the opportunity to get involved with workshops across the day. MFY is supported in Scotland by the Youth Music Initiative. For further details please visit www.mfy.org.uk/national £2; under 21s free
Sat 6 Jul: 3pm
Perth Youth Orchestra Mon 26 Aug: 7.30pm Perth Concert Hall
Fresh from their tour of Italy in the summer, PYO will present a varied concert featuring local soloists and players from all over Perth & Kinross. This concert will bring to a close Perth Youth Orchestra’s 50th anniversary celebrations. £11; no concessions Pre - Show KIDS GO FREE Meal (includes booking fee
Audition to play at Perth Concert Hall
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We are looking for young people aged 14 – 21 to perform in our foyer before classical music concerts. We’re particularly interested in young pianists, string and woodwind players. For further details or to book an audition slot, contact creativelearning@horsecross.co.uk or 01738 477729
Transform Perth Theatre Investing in the creative future of our city
Perth Theatre has been at the heart of social and artistic life in Perth for more than 110 years. Our transformational plans are designed to ensure that it will continue to be enjoyed by everyone living in Perth and Kinross and our visitors for many years to come. We will be fully restoring the historic auditorium and developing all the other areas of the building to ensure Perth Theatre is fully fit to deliver and expand its drama, dance, music and creative learning activities well into the future.
Get Involved!
As we enter the final stages of the fundraising campaign to restore and redevelop Perth’s historic theatre venue we will be sharing with you how you can ‘Play your Part’ “If the interior was beautiful by
day, it was absolutely gorgeous
Watch out for exciting news and updates by visiting www.transformperththeatre.co.uk. by night... a theatrical gem of Alternatively, you can email transformperththeatre@horsecross.co.uk, write its kind” to us at Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, Perth, PH1 5UW or call our Business Development Manager, Louisa Jacobs on 01738 477721.
Photo: Ewan McGregor - Transform Perth Theatre supporter with members of Perth Youth Theatre
Right Lines Productions present
DRAMA
Be Silent or Be Killed Thu 9 May: 7.30pm
Perth Theatre
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Scottish businessman Roger Hunt, from MacDuff, was sent to Mumbai in November 2008 to set up a new business operation. Shortly after his arrival, he was caught up in the bloody terrorist attack on the Oberoi Hotel which claimed the lives of innocent people who just happened to be in the wrong place at the wrong time. For two days, Roger was trapped in his hotel room with the sound of gunfire coming ever closer. As his situation became more grave, his instinct to survive forced him to make a number of calculated decisions that would ultimately save his life.
£13; concessions £10.50 (includes booking fee)
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The Importance of Being Earnest London Classic Theatre Company Tue 21 May: 7.30pm
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“To lose one parent, Mr Worthing, may be regarded as a misfortune; to lose both looks like carelessness.” Jack is in love with Gwendolen. Algernon is in love with Cecily. But when an identity crisis spirals out of control, the previously separate worlds of town and country collide and delicious mayhem ensues. A scintillating comedy of manners, Oscar Wilde’s best-loved work overflows with dazzling wordplay and comic invention.
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«««««…lovely entertainment, flawlessly performed” The Independent, Dec 2010
Perth Festival of the Arts
Beloved Clara
Thu 23 May: 7.30pm
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The story of the intense relationships between Robert Schumann, his wife Clara, and Johannes Brahms. This programme of music and readings chronicles the sometimes troubled marriage of Clara and Robert, the arrival in their household of the dynamic, 21-year-old Brahms, Robert’s decline into mental illness and the deepening relationship between Clara and Brahms. Music is performed by the award-winning pianist Lucy Parham, with extracts from letters and diaries, read by Martin Jarvis and Joanna David.
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A new play by James Graham Thu 16 May: 7pm | Playhouse Cinema In 1974, the corridors of Westminster rang with the sound of infighting as political parties battled to change the future of the nation. In this hung parliament, the government holds on by a thread and votes are won and lost by one. A biting and energetic new play.
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The Audience
A new play by Peter Morgan Thu 13 Jun: 7pm | Playhouse Cinema Writer and star of the movie sensation The Queen are re-united in the National Theatre’s West End production of The Audience. Based on Elizabeth II’s weekly audiences with each of her twelve Prime Ministers, The Audience imagines a series of pivotal meetings between the Downing Street incumbents and the Queen. £16; concessions £13.50 (includes booking fee)
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MUSICAL
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‘TERRIFIC’
‘SENSATIONAL’
QUENTIN LETTS · DAILY MAIL
CLIVE DAVIS · THE TIMES
‘UNFORGETTABLE’
‘PHENOMENAL’
PAUL TAYLOR · THE INDEPENDENT
ROBERT GORE-LANGTON · MAIL ON SUNDAY
ARWA HAIDER · METRO
‘MAGNIFICENT’
‘SUPERB’
TOM WICKER · TIME OUT
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BILL KENWRIGHT AND JOHN MILLER PRESENT
Inspired by the music, lives and times of IKE &
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‘SIMPLY THE BEST’
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END RUN AT LONDON’S SAVOY THEATRE LAURA THOMPSON - DAILY TELEGRAPH
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Book your tickets now to be part of the magic! Direct from its smash hit West End season, this new musical hailed as “Sensational” (Daily Telegraph) is inspired by the life and times of Ike and Tina Turner. Critics and audiences alike are raving about the show with “a back catalogue to die for” (Evening Standard). This ‘slick’ new musical (The Times) features all the classic Tina Turner hits, including What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Proud Mary, Private Dancer, River Deep Mountain High, Simply the Best and many more... The story follows the highs, lows, passions and heartbreak of Ike and Tina as their careers soared whilst their marriage crumbled, ultimately leading to Tina being catapulted to superstardom and heralded as one of the greatest solo artists of all time. Full of heart and soul, electrifying choreography, and stunning musical numbers, Soul Sister is sure to have you on your feet, partying the night away.
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Mon 9 Sep
7.30pm £23.50, £20.50, £18.50 £2 off
Tue 10 Sep
7.30pm £28.50, £26, £21.50
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Wed 11 Sep
2.30pm £23.50, £20.50, £19
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Wed 11 Sep
7.30pm £28.50, £26, £21.50
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Thu 12 Sep
7.30pm £29, £26.50, £22
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Fri 13 Sep
7.30pm £33, £29.50, £25.50
no concessions
Sat 14 Sep
2.30pm £29, £26.50, £22
£2 off
Sat 14 Sep
7.30pm £33, £29.50, £25.50
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Redrooms, Perth Theatre: 8pm
We’re launching a new monthly session in the cosy confines of Redrooms. It’s open to all musicians and anyone who wants to come along and see some great local trad players, and some special guests, let loose in an informal jam.
MUSIC
Horsecross Trad Sessions
Mon 22 Apr Pete Clark + Ron Shaw Mon 20 May Patsy Reid Mon 17 Jun tbc Mon 22 Jul tbc Mon 19 Aug Singers’ Session with Doris Rougvie and Jim Malcolm Mon 16 Sep Ross Ainslie free, no booking required - just turn up and enjoy playing or listening.
Revival Festival of Music
Fri 3 May: 7pm, Sat 4 May: 2.30pm + 7pm, Sun 5 May: 2.30pm, 6pm + 7pm Perth Concert Hall Revival FM, Scotland’s first full-time community Christian radio station, presents a Christian music event which will inspire, encourage and uplift. Artists include award-winning American quartet Legacy Five, American Diamond Awards trio The Pathfinders, talented singer-songwriter KC Johns, Northern Irish singers Crimson River, Orcadian Michael Harcus and friends, contemporary local musician Ian White and Liam Bonthrone. Day tickets £22; children £11; no concessions Weekend package £55, children £22; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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Revival FM presents
Perth Festival of the Arts
Jools Holland
and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra Fri 17 May: 7.30pm
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Perth Concert Hall
After last year’s huge sell-out success, Jools Holland and his Rhythm and Blues Orchestra will return to the Festival for an unmissable night featuring Gilson Lavis and guest vocalists Ruby Turner and Louise Marshall, with special guest Roland Gift, the voice of the Fine Young Cannibals. £35.50; Young Scot card holders, students, under 16s registered disabled or unemployed £33.50 (includes booking fee)
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Scottish National Jazz Orchestra
The Incredible Sound of Stan Kenton Sat 18 May: 7.30pm
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Perth Concert Hall
Stan Kenton was one of jazz’s great visionaries who lived his theme song, Artistry in Rhythm, to the full throughout his forty-year career as a bandleader. The SNJO’s tribute to Kenton will celebrate the power and contrasts in his vast repertoire, featuring classics like Intermission Riff, Fascinating Rhythm, Love for Sale, I’ve Got You Under My Skin and The Peanut Vendor. £18.50; Young Scot card holders, registered disabled or unemployed, under 16s, students £16.50 (includes booking fee)
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Van Morrison no support
Wed 22 May: 8pm
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Perth Concert Hall
Van Morrison is a legendary artist with one of the most impressive careers in musical history. His own distinctive blend of R&B, soul and Celtic influences has earned him six Grammys, induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and a BRIT Award for Outstanding Contribution to British Music. Fans old and new should not miss this opportunity to see his welcome return to Perth Concert Hall. £55.50; students, Young Scot card holders, under 16s, registered disabled or unemployed £53.50 (includes booking fee - limit of 4 tickets Pre - Show per booking) Meal
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Admiral Fallow
with support The Hazey Janes Fri 24 May: 8pm
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Admiral Fallow’s music has been described as “orchestral folk pop” as their unusual instrumental make up, with clarinet, flute and occasional accordion, augment the traditional indie set up. December 2012 saw them headlining a stage at Edinburgh’s Hogmanay, selling out the Barrowlands in a memorable homecoming gig and being presented with Creative Scotland’s Music Award 2012. 2012 also saw the release of their critically acclaimed second album Tree Bursts In Snow (Uncut 8/10, Q ««««).
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Festival Ceilidh The Gallivanters
Sat 25 May: 8pm
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The Gallivanters are a five-piece ceilidh band based in Perthshire. They play a variety of Scottish and Irish tunes for dancing, as well as singing Scottish, Irish, and Country songs. The band will call and demonstrate the dances no experience necessary.Those who just want to come and watch are very welcome to do so. Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult. £13, £10.50; Young Scot card holders, registered disabled or unemployed, under 16s, students £11, £8.50 (includes booking fee); school children £5
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Good Turn Management presents
The Ultimate Eagles Tue 28 May: 8pm
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Perth Concert Hall
The Ultimate Eagles are massively experienced and accomplished musicians, who return again to their favourite venue. Their mission statement is to play The Eagles’ music better than anybody, anywhere, second only to The Eagles themselves. The reaction to date suggests they are succeeding in their quest, but come along to judge for yourself and hear a set stuffed with classic tracks including Hotel California, Take It Easy, Lyin’ Eyes, Desperado, One Of These Nights, Life In The Fast Lane and many more. £20.50; no concessions
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Rat Pack Live
Wed 29 May: 8pm
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Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jnr and Frank Sinatra were the definition of cool during their heyday. Featuring all the razzamatazz of the Rat Pack’s infamous live stage show, join the UK’s number one Dean, Sammy and Frank in this live concert extravaganza. Song highlights include New York, New York; That’s Amore; My Way; That’s Life; Ain’t That a Kick in the Head; Mambo Italiano and many more - the sensational sound of big band swing, performed by the stars of the West End
£24.50; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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The Saltire Society
National Scottish Song Event 2013 Wed 12 Jun: 10.30am
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Perth Concert Hall
As part of a programme to encourage young people to embrace traditional music the event will see choirs from all over Scotland singing traditional Scottish and Gaelic Songs for a chance to win the coveted Saltire Award.
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The Gordon Duncan Experience and Plockton Music School Tue 18 Jun: 7.30pm
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Perth Concert Hall
Horsecross’ Gordon Duncan Experience is a national “Celtic big band” for young people of all musical backgrounds. Under the directorship of David Milligan, this 30-piece powerhouse performs contemporary music inspired by the traditional, including that of the late Gordon Duncan. Students from Plockton Music School, the National Centre of Excellence in Traditional Music, join them for a memorable night of great tunes and youthful energy. £11; no concessions (includes booking fee); Young Scot card holders, under 16s, students free
“How good was Lucinda Williams’ performance Friday night? Crazy good... head, heart and soul good” LA Times
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Asgard presents An Intimate Evening with
Lucinda Williams featuring Doug Pettibone
with support
Fri 21 Jun: 7.30pm
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Perth Concert Hall
Named America’s Best Songwriter by Time magazine, Lucinda Williams has won three Grammy Awards and established a reputation as a consistently fascinating artist. Having headlined Southern Fried in 2009, we’re delighted to welcome her back for a stripped-down duo performance which should prove the perfect showcase for her unique voice, painfully honest writing and totally individual blend of country, blues and rock.
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A Celebration Concert by the
Sat 10 Aug: 3pm
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National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Perth Concert Hall
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A musical feast provided by The National Children’s Brass Band of Scotland, The National Youth Reserve Brass Band of Scotland and The National Youth Brass Band of Scotland. Led by esteemed conductors, Richard Evans, John Boax and Gordon Evans and 2013 guest conductor Russell Gray. £11 (includes booking fee); concessions £6
Absolute Elvis
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Perth Concert Hall
Scotland’s Johnny Lee Memphis’ performance as The King earned him the title of World Champion at the Elvis World Cup in 2010, which he now holds until 2014. He is joined by the superb JLM band featuring The Graceland Horns, Memphis Belles and Elvis tribute artist Pete Storm.
£18; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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Ladyboys of Bangkok Glamorous Amorous! Sat 31 Aug: 7.30pm
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Back with a fabulous all new show for 2013, join sixteen of the world’s most entrancing beauties for a fantastic party night which culminates in a breathtaking grand finale.
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Fri 23 Aug: 8pm
“an irresistible, irrepressible evening that guarantees a great night out!” British Theatre Guide
£24.50, £23; concessions £23, £21.50 (includes booking fee)
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Scottish National Jazz Orchestra featuring Branford Marsalis play the music of Wayne Shorter
Fri 27 Sep: 7.30pm | Perth Concert Hall Legendary saxophonist Branford Marsalis joins the SNJO to pay tribute to composer and saxophonist Wayne Shorter. Featuring Shorter jewels including Nefertiti, ESP and Virgo Rising, Marsalis and the SNJO present extraordinary music played by a first rate orchestra of collective skill and solo firepower.
£25; students and unemployed £10; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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Chambers Management presents
COMEDY
Jimmy Carr: Gagging Order
Fri 10 + Sat 11 May: 8pm | Perth Concert Hall Brand new show, brand new jokes, same old Jimmy… Jimmy has sold over a million DVDs and hosted countless TV shows but live comedy is what he does best. The show will be packed with one-liners, stories and jokes. Some clever, some rude and a few totally unacceptable. Everybody’s welcome. Just leave your conscience, sense of common decency and moral compass at home and come on out for a laugh. Not suitable for under 16s. £26; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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Mick Perrin Worldwide presents
Reginald D Hunter: In The Midst Of Crackers Wed 15 May: 8pm
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Following two previous sell-out tours of the UK, Reginald - who is a popular guest on many of the UK’s best-loved TV shows including Live At The Apollo and Have I Got News For You - will be setting out to tour the country again with his own unique blend of humour in a brand new show. “one of the most brilliantly unpredictable comics in the country” Sunday Times ««««« “Reginald D Hunter joins the top rank of stand-up comedians working today... this is comedy of a rare scope” The Times
Not suitable for under 16s. £24; concessions £22 (includes booking fee)
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Phil McIntyre Entertainment proudly presents
Ed Byrne: Roaring Forties
Thu 26 Sep: 8pm sharp (Latecomers Not Admitted) Perth Concert Hall A self-confessed “miserable old git” since the age of 23, Ed is now in his forties. While for others this might result in a crisis that prompts sportscar buying, Ed embraces middle age with open arms. Come join him, as he comes of age and gives out his clarion cry: “I am in my forties - hear me roar!” “It is rare for a comic to merit the word ‘masterful’ but in this case it is no overstatement” The Scotsman Not suitable for under 14s.
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£24.50; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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Musical Magic!
Fri 3 + Sat 4 May: 7.30pm + 2pm Sat mat Perth Theatre
DANCE MUSIC
Matthew Dance Academy proudly presents
The Matthew Dance Academy proudly presents Musical Magic! a night full of fantastic showstopping, toe-tapping, fun-filled routines in various dance styles and forms. It’s sure to be a night of fun and entertainment not to be missed so come along and see the budding stars of tomorrow! £13.50; child £9.50; no concessions (includes booking fee) Babes in arms free
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Jacques Brel
In Song and Dance Fri 24 May: 7.30pm
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Created by Heels Over Head Dance Theatre, an award-winning singer, a skilled dancer and actress and excellent musicians come together to re-enact some of Jacques Brel’s songs. In the English– speaking world, Brel’s work tends to be known through translations, which unfortunately lose the sensitivity of the originals. Here, most songs are sung in the original French, each one being brought to life with singer and dancer coming together through movement and song.
£12.50, £8; students, Young Scot card holders, under 16s, registered disabled or unemployed £10.50, £6 (includes booking fee)
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Perth Festival of the Arts
The Dance Bank presents
The Pied Piper
Fri 31 May - Sat 1 Jun: 7pm + 2.30pm Sat mat Perth Theatre Pupils from The Dance Bank studios in Perth and branch in Kinross perform their biennial production for family and friends. The Dance Bank provides classes in Perth, Kinross and Fife for ages sixteen months to adult. Former pupils are in training at Dance School of Scotland, Ballet West, Dance for All and Elmhurst. £12; under 16’s £9; no concessions (includes booking fee)
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Barrowlands Ballet present
DANCE
A Conversation with Carmel Fri 31 May: 7.30pm | Perth Concert Hall
Carmel is turning 80. Share in her stories, secrets and family relationships in this visionary piece of dance, theatre and film inspired by the chaos of family gatherings. A Conversation with Carmel fuses the talents of some of the UK’s most exciting artists – choreographer Natasha Gilmore; performers Diana Payne-Myers; Matthew Hawkins; Jade Adamson and Vince Virr; Candice Edmunds and Jamie Harrison from Fringe First winner Vox Motus; composer Quee MacArthur (Shooglenifty) and film-maker Rachel Davies plus a local ensemble cast. £11; concessions £9 (includes booking fee)
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Theatre Productions Ltd present
Shaolin Warriors Mon 3 Jun: 7.30pm
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Returning to the stage with a brand new show, this breath-taking theatrical performance vividly showcases the rarely-seen Kung Fu masters’ feats of agility, strength and skill, direct from China. Audiences of all ages will be amazed and thrilled by the death defying disciplines that have made the Shaolin Warriers a huge hit over three continents. £25.50; child £17; family £67 (max 2 adults) (includes booking fee)
groups of 10 or more - 10% discount on face value of tickets, please contact box office (excludes booking fee)
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Live on Screen
Bolshoi Ballet: Romeo & Juliet Sun 12 May: 4pm
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The internationally renowned Bolshoi Ballet company presents Sergei Prokofiev’s iconic adaptation of Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet, broadcast live from the Bolshoi Ballet Theatre in Moscow. In 1978, choreographer Yuri Grigorovich revived Sergai Prokofiev’s production for the Paris Opera and Bolshoi Theatre. This performance is a revival of that acclaimed production, featuring outstanding choreography, sumptuous costumes and some of the composer’s most lyrical music.
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£13.50; concessions £11 (includes booking fee)
Horrible Histories Barmy Britain
Sat 25 May: 4pm + 7pm Perth Theatre We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! Have you ever wondered why the Romans never won MasterChef? Has William Wallace met his match? Escape the clutches of Burke and Hare and find out what a baby farmer did! Don’t miss this horrible history of Britain with the nasty bits left in!
“These actors should be in every school history class across the land. Or... maybe that should be every living room” The Scotsman £14.50; Young Scot card holders, registered disabled or unemployed, under 16s, students £12.50 (includes booking fee)
Tutti Frutti presents
Hue Boy
by Rita Phillips Mitchell and illustrated by Caroline Binch Fri 14 Jun: 10.30am + 1.30pm Sat 15 Jun: 10.30am + 2.30pm Studio, Perth Theatre
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Performed by a cast of just two, but not those blokes from the telly, and co-written by Terry Deary, the genius behind the Horrible Histories books.
KIDS + FAMILIES MUSIC
Perth Festival of the Arts The Birmingham Stage Company
Hue Boy has a problem everyone is talking about… he’s small and doesn’t seem to be growing “at all, at all”. His family and the villagers all have their opinion on what he should do and his school friends tease him. Pumpkin soup, exercise… just some of the suggestions to make him grow. But still he does not. Hue Boy may be the smallest boy in his village but he is big news. This heart-warming interactive story transports you to a Caribbean village where Tutti Frutti brings to life this delightful Smarties Prize winning book. With a vibrant set, original soundscape by Ivan Stott, movement by Joanne Moven, the show is set in a beautiful environment under a colourful parasol that creates a special place to enjoy this unique interactive experience for children aged 3+ and their families.
£7; under 16s £5; no concessions
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Anya joins Gary and Kevin in the new look Singing Kettle line-up, as all three set off deep into the undergrowth for Rumble in the Jungle. Follow the jungle beat on the hunt for magical coloured kettles and find clues for songs that will captivate and enthral the whole family. Come dressed as your favourite wild animal to sing along with the sounds of the jungle
£13.50; family of 4 ticket £50; (includes booking fee) Babes in arms (12months) £2; groups of 10+ please contact box office
Astley Baker Davies Ltd and Entertainment One Ltd present
Wed 17 Jul: 1pm + 4pm, Thu 18 Jul: 10am + 1pm Perth Concert Hall Packed full of games, songs and laughter, this enchanting story of elves, princesses and childhood innocence will delight all the family, live on stage for the very first time from the producers of last year’s hit Peppa Pig’s Treasure Hunt. In this exciting new musical adventure, Ben and Holly help Gaston clean up his messy cave; go on a trip to The Big World with tooth-fairy Nanny Plum; and still have time to plan a surprise for King Elf’s birthday party, complete with an unplanned jelly flood. £15; under 16s £13; family of 4 ticket £50 (includes booking fee)
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A Horsecross Arts production
Written by Alan McHugh Directed by Rachel O’Riordan
Ugly sisters have all the fun. They’ve pulled on their fancy clothes and gone to the royal party, but poor Cinderella must stay behind in her rags to tidy up after them! Her heart may be pure and true, but will Cinders ever dance at a ball? Will she meet her handsome prince and live happily ever after? Will she even some decent shoes? One thing is for sure, she is going to need more than a Fairy Godmother to help her. So please warm up your singing voices, break out your boos and cheers and join Cinderella and friends in Perth’s beautiful theatre for a magical festive treat. Brought to you by the same team who created last year’s acclaimed and fun-filled Mother Goose and packed with great songs, amazing dance routines and plenty of laughter, this enchanting ‘rags-to-riches’ tale, officially the nation’s favourite panto, is the perfect Christmas treat for all the family.
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Fri 6 Dec 2013 – Sat 4 Jan 2014
“Perth Theatre is famed for doing traditional pantomime and for doing it well” Perthshire Advertiser
adult concessions child family (max 2 adults) (includes booking fee)
off peak £17.50 £15.50 £12.50 £54.00
peak £20.50 £18.50 £13.50 £62.00
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YOUTH ARTS FESTIVAL
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Presented by Perth Youth Theatre S1/2
THE MOBILE PHONE SHOW By Jim Cartwright Directed by Sophie McCabe
Fri 7 Jun: 7pm
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Perth Youth Theatre S1/2s kick off the Horsecross Youth Arts Festival with their National Theatre: Connections performance The Mobile Phone Show. A communication cacophony, a fully charged up chorus line of chaos in a rhapsody of rap, text, tweet and gabble. £4; concessions £3
PERTH YOUTH THEATRE S3/4
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Our two Perth Youth Theatre S3/4 groups join together, to showcase their devising skills, in a fantastical, dystopian world of their own invention. £4; concessions £3
MUSIC fOR YOUTH NATIONAL fESTIVAL SCOTLAND Thu 13 Jun: 10.30am + 4pm Perth Concert Hall
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For the second year we welcome Music For Youth’s Scottish National Festival to Perth Concert Hall. Young musicians from across Scotland will take to the stage with fresh, innovative music from choirs to rock to traditional Scottish. For further details please visit: www.mfy.org.uk/national. £2; under 21s free
Tutti Frutti presents
HUE BOY Fri 14 Jun: 10.30am + 1.30pm Sat 15 Jun: 10.30am + 2.30pm Studio Theatre, Perth Theatre Hue Boy has a problem that everyone is talking about… he’s small and doesn’t seem to be growing “at all, at all”. See page 25 for more information. £7; under 16s £5; no concessions
PERTH YOUTH THEATRE JUNIORS Sun 16 Jun: 5pm
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Join our juniors for a fun-filled performance that showcases all of the skills they have learned and developed over the last year. £4; concessions £3
Horsecross Young Creatives Showcase
YOUNG WRITERS AND YOUNG COMPOSERS Sun 16 Jun: 7pm
Studio, Perth Theatre Join us for a diverse evening of theatre and music as our young writers and composers showcase their talents. The pieces will be performed by members of the youth theatre and professional musicians who have been working closely with our Young Creatives. £4; concessions £3
To enrol to take part in Perth Youth Theatre, Horsecross Glee, Young Writers and the Gordon Duncan Experience, pick up a form in our venues from June or download from www.horsecross.co.uk/joinin
THE GORDON DUNCAN EXPERIENCE AND PLOCKTON MUSIC SCHOOL Tue 18 Jun: 7.30pm
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fee); Young Scot card holders, under 16s, students free
Sat 22 Jun: 5pm
Horsecross Glee Juniors, S1-6, GleeXtra, and Glè take to the stage to perform new songs and pieces they’ve been working on for the last year. Joining them are the Perth Musicbox project from McDiarmid Park. £4: concessions £3
HORSECROSS YOUTH DANCE SHOWCASE Sun 23 Jun: 5pm
Presented by Perth Youth Theatre S5/6
LORD Of THE fLIES
By William Golding, adapted by Nigel Williams Directed by Adam Moore, assisted by Vicky Barclay
Fri 21 + Sat 22 Jun: 7pm Perth Theatre
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The newest members of the Horsecross family, Perth Youth Dance and Horsecross Street Crew showcase a range of fresh and ground-breaking dance styles they have learned over the last year.
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See our fantastic Gordon Duncan Experience band join forces with musicians from Plockton Music School to present a diverse musical experience for all the family. See page 18 for more information. KIDS £11; no concessions (includes booking GO FREE
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An Evening of Music with
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A plane crashes on a deserted island. The only survivors are a group of school boys. Before long, this well-behaved group has turned into a bloodthirsty and murderous tribe. Not suitable for under 12s. £4: concessions £3
JOIN THE GORDON DUNCAN EXPERIENCE Auditions will take place in August but we’re holding a “come along and play” rehearsal on Sunday 2 June. We’re looking for all instruments from bagpipes and fiddles to trumpets and flutes! Places for this rehearsal must be booked in advance. Call 01738 477730 for a place or for August audition information.
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HorsEcross LittlE Stars Singing, dancing and acting workshops for under 5s. Build your child’s confidence and fire their imagination!
LittlE Stars: DaNcE (3- 5yrs) Fridays, 19 Apr – 21 Jun: 4.15pm
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LittlE Stars: Act (3 – 5yrs)
Saturdays, 20 Apr – 22 Jun: 1.45pm + 2.45pm
LittlE Stars: SiNg (6mths – 5yrs)
Saturdays, 20 Apr – 22 Jun: 12.45pm (6 - 14mths), 1.25pm (15mths - 2yrs), 2.05pm (2 - 3yrs), 2.45pm (3 - 5yrs) £4 per session; no concessions (No need for parent to stay in classes for 3 – 5yrs) Buy a full term and get one free session
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Juniors Tue: 7 May – 18 Jun: 5 - 5.50pm 8 - 18 Seniors Tue: 7 May – 18 Jun: 6 - 8pm Showcase on Sat 22 Jun Various venues, please check with box office Glè is a new Gaelic youth singing group led by Maeve MacKinnon. Open to young people in P4-P7 (Juniors) and S1-S6 (Seniors). You do not need any experience of Gaelic to take part. Have fun singing whilst learning a new language! £2; no concessions, pay on the door
Blow and Blast
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18+ 11 May, 15 Jun + 24 Aug Norie-Miller Studio + Tilt, Perth Concert Hall Join our Blow and Blast fun, informal workshops for adults who play flute, oboe, clarinet or bassoon who would like the experience of playing in a relaxed situation. Join in with either our workshops for tuition or with our band to play just for fun... or both! Places are limited so book early to reserve your space. Please note: you must provide your own instrument.
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Workshop £12 per session; Band £10 per session 1 workshop + band £15 per session
Horsecross Voices
AGE 18+
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Wednesdays 3, 10 Apr + 8, 15 May: 7.30 – 9.30pm Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall
A fun informal singing group: no music reading or singing experience necessary. Come as little or as often as you like! Check out the Horsecross website for more details. Space limited: book in advance to avoid disappointment. £4; concessions £3; buy all 4 for £14; concessions £10
Horsecross Act
Horsecross Act is our community theatre group for anyone who has the acting bug! Work on your acting and drama skills in a relaxed and informal setting. The group is led by Horsecross tutors and focuses on devising new pieces of theatre and script work. £4; concessions £3, pay on the door
Trad from Scratch (New)
Wednesdays: 1, 8, 15, 22 + 29 May 7 - 9pm Rehearsal Room, Perth Theatre
AGE 18+
Have you wanted to sit in and play on a Traditional Session but worried that you wouldn’t know the tunes? Then Trad from Scratch is for you, so dust down your guitars and string up your fiddles! We’ll introduce you to some stock traditional tunes which you’ll learn by ear. Experienced players will develop harmonies and arrangements as the weeks progress.
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Mondays, 15 Apr - 17 Jun: 7 - 9pm Studio, Perth Theatre
AGE 18+
£18 for all five session bought in advance; £4 per session
Trad Sessions (New)
Mondays: 22 Apr, 20 May, 17 Jun, 19 Aug, 16 Sep: 8pm Redrooms, Perth Theatre
AGE 18+
A new regular monthly session in the cosy confines of Redrooms. Come along and play or have a drink and listen to sessions led by the country’s finest traditional players - and some special transatlantic bluegrass guests - let loose in an informal jam. See page 15 for more information. free, no booking required - just turn up and enjoy playing or listening.
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SUMMER SCHOOLs SINGING, DANCING AND ACTING High School Musical Summer School
Mon 8 – Sat 13 Jul: 9.30am – 5pm Performance Sat 13 Jul: 7pm Perth Theatre
AGE 11-15
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Featuring your favourite characters and songs from the film this will be a great experience for anyone who has a passion for performing. No experience necessary. No audition to take part in the chorus. To audition for a lead role please contact our creative learning team or box office.
Cost for participation £75 for the week, please bring a packed lunch each day. Bursaries available - contact box office.Tickets for performance £6; concessions £4
Jungle Explorers Junior Summer School
AGE 7-10
Five day devising and performing course for 7-10 year olds
Mon 15 - Fri 19 Jul: 9.30am-3.30pm Norie-Miller Studio, Perth Concert Hall Pack your rucksacks and join our tutors for an adventure into the deepest, darkest corners of the jungle! What will you discover lurking on your exploration? By the end of your adventure you’ll create a short performance about your experience.
£65 for the week, please bring a packed lunch each day. Bursaries available - contact box office.
Fame Summer School
Mon 22 – Sat 27 Jul: 9.30am – 5pm Performance Sat 27 Jul: 7pm Perth Theatre
AGE 16-19
Fame is the bittersweet but ultimately inspiring story of a diverse group of students as they commit to four years of gruelling artistic and academic work. With humour and insight, the show explores the issues that confront many young people today. No audition to take part in the chorus. To audition for a lead role please contact our creative learning team or box office.
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Cost for participation £75 for the week, please bring a packed lunch each day. Bursaries available - contact box office. Tickets for performance £6; concessions £4
British Natural Bodybuilding Federation presents
Sun 9 Jun: 1pm
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Back in Perth Concert Hall for the third time, the contest brings in the best natural bodybuilders from all over Scotland, men and women from teens to over 60’s. Who will be crowned this year’s Scottish Champions and head to the British finals to represent Scotland? Come along and make plenty noise to show your support.
TALKS AND EVENTS
The Scottish Natural Bodybuilding Championships 2013
Prejudging 1pm and evening show with crowning of the champions 5pm. £17.80; no concessions (includes booking fee)
Sun 25 Aug: 10.30am
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Scotland’s original and largest bead and jewellery making event is back with a huge array of the finest jewellery making supplies for sale, along with all new jewellery making classes, and demonstrations throughout the day. Watch award-winning artists demonstrate many different techniques and shop till you drop with the finest sellers in the UK. £4.50; accompanied under 16s free
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The Scottish Beadfair
Open Doors Day at Horsecross Sun 22 Sep: From 11am Perth Theatre and Perth Concert Hall
We invite you to join us and take a peak behind the scenes at both Perth Theatre and Perth Concert Hall on Sunday 22 September. As well as plenty of family fun, storytelling and face painting, there will be backstage tours of Perth Concert Hall and the historic Perth Theatre building, which will shortly undergo a £13.5 million transformation. We would love to tell you all about it, so please join us to find out more and have a last look around the ageing building before the transformation and restoration commences and the new Perth Theatre is born! free
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CONTEMPORARY ART
exhibitions Bold contemporary art by international and Bold contemporary art by Scottish and international artists in Perth since 2005 Scottish artists in Perth since 2005
Image: Moth (detail) as part of Domesticate Repartiate (2009) by Su Grierson. Lambda print on MDF 61 x 61 cm. Courtesy the artist.
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Threshold artspace
Threshold artspace
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Mon-Sat 10am-5pm Until 10pm on selected nights Free to visit | Fun to experience
Landscapes New Horsecross Arts commissions and acquisitions by Richard Ashrown, Henna Assikainen, Theresa Pickles and Jasmin Hannah Sutherland, all challenging our perception of the landscape tradition in art.
30 Jun - 30 Nov
Intersections
Major survey exhibition, new Horsecross Arts commission, artist’s book and public investigations of land, art and politics by internationally recognised Perth-based artist Su Grierson.
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22 Apr - 29 Jun
CONTEMPORARY ART
artspace
Sunday Brunch Preview
Artist’s Talk + Guest Presenter:
Sun 30 Jun: 11am - 2pm Free admission only by advance RSVP to: inedkova@horsecross.co.uk as space is limited.
Un-erased Landscape, 2003 by Su Grierson, courtesy of the artist
Curated by Iliyana Nedkova
Pick up a free exhibition guide at the Box Office and find out more online: www.horsecross.co.uk/about/ threshold-artspace
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INFO
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and choose your own seats at www.horsecross.co.uk on 01738 621031 Mon - Sat 10am-6pm from 10am-6pm (until 5pm at Perth Theatre) Perth Theatre Perth Concert Hall 185 High Street, Perth, PH1 5UW Mill Street, Perth, PH1 5HZ
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offers
Once paid for, tickets are non-refundable.
Membership
concessions
Where available concessions usually apply to 16 and under, Young Scots, unwaged, students, people with disabilities and senior citizens (only Sat matinees at the Theatre). Where possible, carers go free. Bring your ID when you collect tickets. All are subject to availability.
group bookers
Pay £10 for a year’s horsecrossregular membership. Save 10% on tickets where you see this logo and on food at the theatre and concert hall. Also includes advance notice and priority booking where possible.
KIDS Kids go FREE
Groups of 10 or more may reserve seats. Book 10 and get your 11th ticket free (selected shows).
GO FREE Two 16 and unders go FREE with a paying adult where you see this logo. Valid Tue-Thu at the Theatre. Limited availability.
booking fee
Where indicated, ticket prices include a minimum booking fee of £1 to cover processing costs. The booking fee for Perth Festival of the Arts events is 50p. Fees are waived for tickets under £7.50 or if tickets are purchased in person by cash at Perth Theatre or Perth Concert Hall box offices. The booking fee only applies to the first five tickets for any one event.
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For patrons who are Deaf, deafened or hard of hearing we provide BSL Interpreted performances and Captioned performances. Guide/hearing dogs welcome in our buildings.
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Both venues are designed to be disability friendly with wheelchair spaces, stair lifts, induction loops, infrared enhanced hearing systems and staff who are trained to help.
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Signed performances: Our Interpreters will use British Sign Language to interpret all spoken or sung speech during a performance. Please mention at time of booking if you wish to use this service and we will allocate you appropriate seats to enable you to see the Interpreter clearly.
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Threshold: Landscapes Trad from Scratch Musical Magic! Revival Festival of Music Horsecross Little Stars Dance Horsecross Little Stars Act Horsecross Little Stars Sing Horsecross Act Lunchtime Concert – Christina Lawrie Trad Sessions Michelangelo String Quartet Trad from Scratch Horsecross Voices Primary School Music Camp Concert Be Silent or Be Killed Jimmy Carr Blow and Blast Live on Screen – Bolshoi Ballet Trad from Scratch Reginald D Hunter Horsecross Voices National Theatre Live – This House English Touring Opera – The Siege of Calais English Touring Opera – Simon Boccanegra Jools Holland and his Rhythm & Blues Orchestra English Touring Opera – Così fan tutte Music on a Saturday Morning Scottish National Jazz Orchestra Perth Festival of the Arts Service Sir James and Lady Galway Horsecross Trad Sessions with Patsy Reid The Importance of Being Earnest Van Morrison Trad from Scratch Beloved Clara Jacques Brel in Song and Dance Admiral Fallow Horrible Histories – Barmy Britain Festival Ceilidh with The Gallivanters The Sixteen – Choral Pilgrimage Moscow State Symphony Orchestra The Ultimate Eagles Calum’s Road Rat Pack Live Trad from Scratch Barrowlands Ballet Workshop The Dance Bank: The Pied Piper
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Shaolin Warriers Horsecross Youth Arts Festival Scottish Ensemble Residency The Scottish Natural Bodybuilding Championships Saltire Society National Scottish Song Event Music for Youth National Festival National Theatre Live – The Audience Hue Boy Blow and Blast Horsecross Trad Sessions The Gordon Duncan Experience and Plockton Music School Lucinda Williams Threshold: Intersections St Andrews Opera – Acis and Galatea
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NYOS Junior Orchestra The Singing Kettle High School Musical Summer School Jungle Explorers Junior Summer School Ben and Holly’s Little Kingdom Southern Fried Festival Horsecross Trad Sessions Fame Summer School
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National Youth Brass Band of Scotland Horsecross Trad Sessions with Doris Rougvie and Jim Malcolm Absolute Elvis Blow and Blast The Scottish Beadfair Perth Youth Orchestra Ladyboys of Bangkok
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