134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 2
•
theatre •
dance music • •
family •
café bar •
crèche
www.macrobert.org
•
january - june 2009
comedy
macrobert what’s on
•
01786 466666
tickets and information Image: State of Emergency see page 1
february
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 3
Ballet West
State of Emergency
The Nutcracker
Mission Possible: Dads & Lads Move!
Ballet West returns with its usual company of talented young dancers and guest artists from all over the world to perform Tchaikovsky’s magical wintertime classic. The Nutcracker is a wonderful escape for children of all ages into a magical world of snow, sweets and, of course, the Sugar Plum Fairy!
Friday 6 Feburary Saturday 7 February
State of Emergency’s acclaimed Mission National Showcase Tour hits the road with zeal once again, presenting a sparkling new show that exposes the male psyche, combining street, hip hop, physical theatre and contemporary dance. From the street to the living room, from the emotional bond between father and son to the solidarity of friends hanging out having fun, five stunning male dancers present a snapshot of young men in the 21st Century.
7.30pm 2pm & 7.30pm
“mesmerising... a rare talent” The Scotsman
Tickets £10/£8 concession
Wednesday 11 February
8pm
Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s 1
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 4
Forget your troubles, c’mon get happy...! Lift your spirits as Scotland’s favourite kilted treasure makes his macrobert debut with his cheeky, irreverent and, of course, wonderfully camp blend of incisive stand-up, razor-sharp improvisation and fabulous musical characterisations.
“Hill actually has to wait until the audience stops laughing before he can start again. It’s absolutely hilarious” Evening News
Baby Baby by Vivian French
directed by Jemima Levick
“We’re the girls people look at and suck in their lips and shake their heads at.”
february
Craig Hill Makes Your Whole Week!
Stellar Quines Theatre Company and Perissology Theatre Productions in Association with Shetland Arts present
Pinky and April always see each other about town. They are both 15 but that’s the ONLY thing they have in common. They have different friends, different styles, and different tastes. Or so they think…
“Wickedly subversive... Funny, charming and charismatic” Metro “Hilarious... An hour with Hill makes for a cracking show” List Friday 13 February
8pm
Tickets £15/£13 concession www.mrcraighill.com
Until somehow, despite everything, they end up together at Tinley Road School for young mums.
Wednesday 18 February
8pm
Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s Suitable for 13+ 2
february
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 5
Dance Touring Partnership presents
Tanja Liedtke’s Twelfth Floor Characters emerge and unravel in this darkly funny physical exploration of human interactions in confinement, set in a mysterious institution. Five extraordinary dancers play out shifting relationships of desire and power, of hope and despair. A rich combination of dance, theatre, movement, video and DJ Tr!p’s moody soundtrack make a sophisticated and original work, shifting effortlessly from tender, lyrical moments to brooding menace to explosive physicality.
Winner of Outstanding Choreography and Outstanding Female Dancer in the Australian Dance Awards 2006.
“This brilliantly incisive and perceptive dance work is disturbing, laugh-aloud funny and tragic...” Sydney Morning Herald Friday 20 February
8pm
Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s 3
a post show discussion will follow this performance
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 6
All The Thoughts I’ve Had Since I Was Born In 2008, Mark Watson won Best Show at the Adelaide and Sydney Comedy Festivals, completed a 100-date tour of the UK, Australia and New Zealand, recorded the second series of his cult Radio 4 show, trained as a climate change lecturer under Al Gore, performed another 24-hour show, published his third book, and continued his regular appearances on the likes of BBC2's Mock The Week. He is one of Britain’s most talked about comedians, but also, is quite tired and a bit stressed. He returns to the road with a brand new show where he describes his attempts to reclaim his sanity.
“Watson could make a binary code a showstopper… he takes no prisoners” Metro
The Al Pitcher Picture Show Every day we see things we’ve never seen before, things that strike us as odd or beautiful, and things that we’ve seen so many times we don’t even notice them any more... Not Al Pitcher. His mind is constantly twisting, flipping and distorting what he sees, igniting the mundane and weaving the events of his day in your town into a unique and hilarious one-off show. Every comic will tell you that a ‘funny thing happened on the way to the gig’, but, camera in hand, Al has the pictures to prove it! What does Al Pitcher make of Stirling? There’s only one way to find out...
february
Mark Watson
“Pitcher sits firmly in the improvising, rambling, freewheeling comedy camp inhabited by the likes of Ross Noble and Eddie Izzard” Time Out
Saturday 21 February
8pm
Thursday 26 February
£15/£13 concession
www.markwatsonthecomedian.com
Tickets £12/£10 concession/£6 under 18s
8pm
4
march
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Kompany Malakhi
Boxin A dynamic and extreme dance theatre performance that breaks down and manoeuvres around barriers and obstacles using Artistic Director Kwesi Johnson’s unique blend of parkour, physical theatre, contemporary dance, and hip hop culture.
Boxin takes the audience by surprise, revealing unexpected physical metaphors, exploring the mental and physical barriers we encounter because of prejudice and misinformation.
“Kompany Malakhi is… a dance force to be reckoned with” Newcastle Journal “Hunt them down. Cheeky, emphatic and totally off the wall” Dance Europe “Kwesi Johnson’s Kompany Malakhi brings together the most innovative and interactive theatre... truly compelling” The New Nation Friday 6 March
8pm
Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s 5
Page 7
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 8
Traps The Drum Wonder - A Tribute To The Music Of Buddy Rich
Blackeyed Theatre in association with South Hill Park Arts Centre
The Cherry Orchard by Anton Chekhov adapted and directed by Bart Lee
march
Scottish National Jazz Orchestra
music by Ron McAllister
featuring Alyn Cosker directed by Tommy Smith Buddy Rich was renowned for his virtuoso technique and explosive solos. In a career that began in Vaudeville when he was only eighteen months old and already known as Traps The Drum Wonder, Rich played with Artie Shaw, Tommy Dorsey and Charlie Parker, sang, tap danced and acted. He formed a big band in 1966 which inspired posthumous tributes including Burning for Buddy, the all-star album produced by drummer Neil Peart and featuring many drumming icons. In Spring 2009, the SNJO tour their own tribute with classic Rich charts including West Side Story, Big Mama Cass and Nutville.
Sunday 22 March 8pm Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s
All is not well in the world of Ranyevskaya; the family are losing their home and beloved cherry orchard forever. Set against larger-than-life characters, wonderful live music and Chekhov’s dazzling dialogue are the painful emotions of a family forced to move on from their ancestral home in a society that is changing forever. In this brand new adaptation, The Cherry Orchard returns to its comedic roots, bringing all of its colour, energy and vision to life. Yet wherever there’s comedy, there’s tragedy too!
“One of the most innovative, audacious companies working in contemporary English theatre” The Stage Monday 23 March
8pm
Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s
6
march
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
Page 9
Candoco Dance Company A rare opportunity to see this highly acclaimed dance company of disabled and non disabled dancers. Those who saw Hofesh Shechter here at macrobert last season will be delighted to hear that Shechter has choreographed the first piece of the evening, The Perfect Human - a dark unsettling piece that questions our search for perfection. In the second piece, Still, the audience gets the chance to experience a very different style of contemporary dance. Nigel Charnock founding member of DV8 takes the dancers in a constant stir guided by his eclectic choice of music; kidnapping dancers and audience alike into a world of love, lust, addictions and obsessions.
Friday 27 March 8pm
7
12:11
Tickets ÂŁ12/ÂŁ9 concession/ÂŁ6 under 18s
Recommended for ages 16+
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 10
MsFits
Comedian, Magician, Psychopath II
Fur Coat And Magic Knickers
“Often shocking, stand-up comedy's only genius... compelling, hilarious, unpredictable and unmissable... the funniest comedian in the country” The Guardian The force of nature that is Jerry Sadowitz is back with a new show for 2009. Some will come because he gives vent to hatred and frustration on their behalf, others because he is one of the most gifted comedians in the country. Add to this the fact that he is widely regarded as one of the best close-up magicians in the world today and the result is a show that has to be seen to be believed. For whether by sleight of hand or by the weight of his words, jaws will drop during the course of this show.
Saturday 28 March
8pm
Tickets £19.50 £17.50 concession Strictly adults only Not for the easily offended!
The clock is ticking... Maggie is a compulsive shopper - she just has to buy buy BUY! How far will she go to satisfy her obsession? Will Personal Shopper Jenny cope? She still has Second Hand Rose to contend with; Rose's daughter is getting married and she’s been forbidden to go anywhere near a Charity Shop! Alarm bells ring but which one of our retail victims is about to crash the Emergency Exit?
april
Jerry Sadowitz
“Munro & Knowles have carved a niche in creating funny and accessible drama” The List “The MsFits have a real talent for the one-woman show, Munro’s sharp observations perfectly complimented by Knowles’s storytelling ability” Edinburgh Evening News Thursday 2 April
8pm
Tickets £10/£8 concessions £6 under 18’s 8
april
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 11
Vanishing Point In co-production with Napoli Teatro Festival Italia and Traverse Theatre, presents
Interiors In association with the Lyric Hammersmith Developed with the support of the National Theatre Studio
Behind a window, in a cosy room, a group of friends sit down for a meal. The food is being cooked; the lamps are on, everyone is happy. Talk begins and soon stories unfold around the table, stories about the living and the dead, about missing necklaces and what happens when people get hungry. Outside someone is watching. And people are getting hungry.
Interiors is a major international collaboration between Vanishing Point (Little Otik, Subway, Lost Ones), Napoli Teatro Festival Italia and the Traverse Theatre. A fragile, farcical and hypnotic show, Interiors incorporates performance, together with sound, ambitious design and projection to create a visually stunning new show about sound, silence, and the darkness outside the window. Recommended for ages 14+
Wednesday 15 April
8pm
Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s
9
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 12
The Blank Album Live music, comedy and dance that literally rocks - The Blank Album!
april
Gilmore Productions
Created by Natasha Gilmore, “the Catherine Tate of contemporary dance”, and Quee MacArthur of Shooglenifty. Dancers who sing standing on their heads, cellos that dance, and sketch show guitars - hysterical yet strikingly poetic.
“the kind of swaggering hi-octane choreography that Jagger in his hey day would have leapt at… the performers all display an astonishing degree of versatility” The Herald “Packed with catchy tunes and quirky choreography” The Scotsman “Alive. Funny. Passionate. I loved every minute” Audience member The Arches “Brilliant” The Times
Friday 17 April
8pm
Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s 10
8/12/08
12:11
Page 13
april
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
Icarus Theatre
Vincent in Brixton The year is 1873. A young art dealer called Vincent van Gogh arrives at 87 Hackford Road in Brixton looking for a room and looking for love. As Vincent settles in to his new lodging he finds himself inexplicably drawn to his grieving landlady Ursula with whom he starts a turbulent, secret relationship that will change his life forever. Set in a working, authentic kitchen, the smells, sights and sounds of life in 87 Hackford Road are brought vividly to life, immersing the audience in a truly extraordinary theatrical experience.
Thursday 23 April – Saturday 25 April 8pm* Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s * a post show discussion will follow Friday’s performance 11
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 14
Spring Tour 2009
Curve Foundation
“impeccable... lap them up” The Sunday Times
The Curve Foundation have built up a reputation for working with world class choreographers such as William Forsythe and Merce Cunningham, and macrobert are delighted to welcome them back, presenting a mixed bill of work including brand new piece Close-up by Fernando Hernando Magadan.
A double bill of original work, created by Janet Smith and Ina Christel Johannsen. As Artistic Director of SDT, Janet’s work embodies the sense of community that is at the very heart of the company. Her work concerns people, culture, community and identity and has been described as “thrilling and life affirming” (Dance UK). Ina Christel Johannessen is one of the most influential and inspiring creative forces on the Norwegian contemporary dance scene.
“fiercely demanding choreography... challenging yet accessible” The Herald “The word ‘intense’ hardly scratches the surface... the choreography is physically pulverising” The Herald
Wednesday 29 April 8pm Tickets £12/£9 concession £6 under 18s A pre-show talk will take place at 7pm
may
Scottish Dance Theatre
Fernando Hernando Magadan is a choreographer and dancer with Nederlands Dans Theatre and this will be the first premiere work outside of NDT for this exciting and upcoming star of modern dance.
“with world class choreographers and dancers the company as a whole are great” Alice Bain, Dance Europe “Beautiful Modern Dance with wonderful dancers” Audience Member, 2008 For more information on the company www.curvefoundation.org
Thursday 7 May
8pm
Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s 12
may
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:11
Page 15
New English Contemporary Ballet The UK’s foremost contemporary ballet company makes its first appearance at m a crobert following critical acclaim for their 2008 season. Their vibrant new programme will feature world premieres from Craig Revel Horwood (Strictly Come Dancing) and Patrick Delcroix (Nederlands Dans Theatre) alongside a UK premiere from Richard Wherlock (Ballett Basel). Beautifully crafted work with an energy that lingers in the memory long after the performance has finished. So don’t miss your chance to see this stunning company on tour, as their breath-taking work is sure to please.
“When New English Contemporary Ballet takes to the stage, the show moves up to a whole new level, a slick, swift, captivating piece... dynamite worthy of any dance fan’s attention” The Scotsman Wednesday 27 May 8pm Tickets £12/£9 concession £6 under 18s Workshops for schools are available in your area. For all details see your local theatre or log onto www.necb.co.uk
A new comedy with romance by D.C. Jackson
A play about love, loss and getting older. Nothing changes in Stewarton; they should have that on the town crest. But two years is a long time in a teenager's life. Norma Gordon has just finished her Highers and isn't sure what to do now. If she can keep out of Trevor McGuire's way she will consider the summer a success. Michelle Montgomery's home from university to spend time with her dying great granny. Rab McGuire's back from Cambridge (though no one seems to care). The council are even building a swimming pool - what was wrong with The Ducky? Everything changes. This summer it's sink or swim in Stewarton. Praise for The Wall by D.C.Jackson
“The Wall is very, very funny” The Metro “It is funny and true and hugely enjoyable” The Times Thursday 28 May 8pm Tickets £12/£9 concession/£6 under 18s This play contains language which may offend 13
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 16
Save with a mac card
CUSTOMER FEEDBACK Would you prefer to receive this brochure electronically?
mac card
We want to reduce our carbon footprint by reducing the amount of print we produce. If enough customers get back to us expressing their interest, we can hopefully produce an online version of our brochures.
Get a mac card and save 10% on tickets to all macrobert live events PLUS * All films at macrobert cinema * All treehouse sessions and treehouse crêche * All food
Drop us an e-mail to marketing@macrobert.org detailing your name, address and telephone number. We hope you’ll join us in looking after the planet! Alternatively, fill in your details below and return this slip to: macrobert marketing University of Stirling Stirling FK9 4LA YES I would prefer to receive my brochures online.
* Hot drinks * macrobert merchandise
Just £25 a Year
Name: Address:
Join now and start saving right away Join over the phone on 01786 466666 or in person at macrobert Tickets and Information Desk.
Postcode:
Full terms and conditions available from Tickets and Information desk
e-mail:
Tel number:
14
macrobert family
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
Page 17
treehouse... Our treehouse crèche is open from 9.15am - 1.15pm, Monday to Friday. You can book in by the hour or for the full morning session, subject to availability, giving you the freedom to enjoy a coffee with friends, or have a workout at the university gym, comfortable in the knowledge that your little one is being well looked after, in a creative environment, with fully qualified childcare professionals. Why not come along to one of this year’s open sessions to get a flavour of the arts activities on offer or better still, book your child a place on our Easter Activity Programme. This year’s workshops include model-making, storytelling, facepainting, music and movement, all with a fun seasonal theme.
15
12:12
Monday 6 April & Tuesday 7 April A two day clay-modelling workshop for 3-5 year olds Day 1 Make your own mod-roc Easter eggs and chicks and leave them to dry overnight Day 2 Paint and decorate your eggs and chicks with acrylic paints
Wednesday 8 April Fun and funky Easter face-painting for 3-5 year olds
Thursday 9 April Create an Easter character mask then bring them to life in this music, movement and mask-making workshop for 6-7 year olds
Friday 10 April Create the perfect Easter gift for granny and grandpa - plant your own spring time bulbs and decorate the plant pot. A getting into nature session for 6-7 year olds
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 18
macrobert’s space for children Easter Creativity sessions @ treehouse Monday 13 April
Open Sessions @ treehouse
Put the fun into recycling with our junk model making and storytelling session for 3-5 year olds
A chance for the little ones to get into nature with this spring time bulb planting and plant pot decoration session for 3-5 year olds
Our open sessions are a chance for you to join in the fun and get creative with your little ones, taking part in arts and crafts activities for children and families themed around some of the family friendly shows playing at macrobert. Please note - open days do not operate like the crèche and children must be supervised by an accompanying adult at all times.
Wednesday 15 April
Saturday 24 January
Tuesday 14 April
macrobert favourites Oily Cart are in the house this weekend with their promenade performance piece, How Long Is A Piece Of String? Join us before or after the show in treehouse for creative activities based on the production.
An Easter themed face painting session with music and movement for 3-5 year olds
Thursday 16 & Friday 17 April
Saturday 2 May
A two day clay-modelling workshop for 6-7 year olds Day 1 - Make your own mod-roc Easter eggs and chicks and leave them to dry overnight Day 2 - Paint and decorate your eggs and chicks with acrylic paints
All sessions 2.30pm - 4.30pm Tickets £8 (£7.20 with a mac card)
macrobert welcome back Tall Stories with another fantastic stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson’s wonderful children’s stories. So join us for some family fun as we try to answer the question, is there Room On The Broom? Open Sessions run 11.30am - 1.30pm and 2.30pm - 4.30pm
16
participate
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 19
Participate - Workshop Activities Spring 2008 Youth Groups Our regular youth groups start back week beginning 12 January.
Dance Workshops
Mondays
4.30pm - 6.00pm
4.30pm - 6.00pm 6.30pm - 8.00pm
Street Dance 1 (6-13 years) Street Dance 2 (14+ years)
Tuesdays 4.15pm - 5.30pm 6.00pm - 7.15pm 7.30pm - 9.30pm
macrobert Youth Theatre (6-7 years) macrobert Youth Theatre (8-9 years) macrobert Young Company (16-21 years)
Thursdays 6.00pm - 8.00pm 5.00pm - 6.30pm
macrobert Young Film Crew (12+ years) Dunblane Youth Theare (8-12 years)
Fridays 5.00pm - 7.00pm
macrobert Youth Dance Company (12+ years)
Saturdays 9.45am - 11.00am 11.30am - 1.00pm 1.30pm - 3.00pm 3.30pm - 5.00pm
macrobert macrobert macrobert macrobert
Youth Youth Youth Youth
Theatre Theatre Theatre Theatre
(8-9 years) (10-11 years) (12-13 year) (14-15 years)
Groups marked in red are fully subscribed but you can join the waiting list by calling Helen Doherty on 01786 467152.
COMING SOON... Youth Music Theatre Scotland will be offering the usual packed programme of summer performance activities for young people. Details of this year projects will be announced soon. If music theatre isn’t your thing we’ll be working with our young consultants to put together a fantastic programme of workshop opportunities for children and young people of all ages. If you would like more information please ask to join our participate mailing list or check out our online listings at www.macrobert.org 17
Tuesday 20 January Join YDance, Scotland’s national agency for the development of dance for children and young people, for this free dance taster workshop. Open to anyone aged 16 – 21 with an interest in dance. Cost: FREE
Thursday 19 February (TBC) 4.30pm – 6.00pm A choreography masterclass with the company behind Twelfth Floor, suitable for ages 14+ (dance teachers welcome) Cost: Workshop only: £5 Workshop & ticket to Twelfth Floor performance £8 (please note the workshop and performance must be booked at the same time)
Friday 27 February 5.00pm – 7.00pm Join us for a one-off masterclass session with Scottish Dance Theatre’s education team. Suitable for ages 12+. Cost: Workshop only: £2 Workshop & ticket to SDT performance £6 (please note the workshop and performance must be booked at the same time)
Dance Residency With Natasha Gilmore Monday 13 – Friday 17 April Cost £40 If you are aged 12-18 then join us for a fantastic week of creative dance with one of Scotland’s funkiest young companies – Gilmore Productions. The company will be bringing their production of The Blank Album to macrobert, an onstage party that blurs the boundary between a music gig and a dance show. Places are extremely limited so please book early to avoid disappointment. You should have some previous dance experience.
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 20
18
8/12/08
Page 21
How Long Is A Piece Of String? Baby Loves Disco
ou t so ld Ja n ua ry
The award-winning Oily Cart return to macrobert with this amazing new show for 2-6 year olds; an interactive, multi-sensory production with astonishing visuals and original live music, exploring and celebrating the wonders of string! Follow the trail of string and enter into a woven wonderland as you are taken on a quest in which YOU decide the outcome of their journey. Which way will you go - should you follow this string or that?
ou t so ld
Featuring DJs playing feelgood tracks guaranteed to get those little booties moving and grooving! The fun spills out from all corners of the coolest club in town: bubble machines, baskets of instruments, a chill-out room (with tents, books and puzzles), baby changing stations, a full spread of healthy snacks and dancing - LOTS of dancing!
written by Joseph Coelho & Tim Webb directed by Tim Webb
-
ou t
so ld
Ja n ua ry
Sundays 15 February, 22 March and 17 May 1pm - 4pm Tickets £8 (non-walking babies go free) 19
12:12
Oily Cart
Ja n ua ry
macrobert family
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
“A ticket to an Oily Cart show is like an 'open sesame' to an irresistible playground for the imagination and the senses” The Herald Tuesday 20 Saturday 24 January times vary Tickets £6/£5 children
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 22
Visible Fictions
What A Wonderful World
Shopping For Shoes
Before anything new is made it must first be dreamed. Welcome to our sea of tranquility, where we dream the new day every night. What do you want in tomorrow's world? Snowballs and flamingos of course. On our dream holiday you can hide your face amid a crowd of stars or dance as we discover fire all over again. Hop on the sleeper train and take a journey through the space before time. Another highly-interactive show for the early years from Lyngo. You'll get a big bang out of it!
Siobhan is 13, passionately politically aware, spending her nights surfing the net signing on-line petitions against US conglomerates and protesting against climate change. Shaun is also 13 but is passionate about only one thing - shoes. Shaun has maybe sixty pairs: Nike Air Jordon, Air Kukini, Gazelle, Wilsons, Corduroy Adidas…
Saturday 18 & Sunday 19 April 11am & 2pm
Now the problem is that a small part of Siobhan’s heart belongs to Shaun, but he doesn’t even know she exists! Undeterred, Siobhan soon helps Shaun discover that a pair of shoes can do so much more than just help a person express themselves.
macrobert family
Lyngo Theatre
A funny and heart warming tale of new found love, dog poo and of course...shoes!
Tuesday 21 & Wednesday 22 April Tickets £6/£5 children
times vary
Ages 10+
Tickets £6 (£5 children) Ages 2+
20
macrobert family
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 23
The Orchestra of Scottish Opera (Dundee and Stirling)
Children’s Classic Concert Owen and Olly put the 'O' into 'Wow' as we discover which instruments have the X Factor. Which section of the Orchestra deserves to be in the running to become your favourite? Feel the tension build as the contestants battle it out with spectacular performances as they showcase their unique talents. Featuring orchestral classics from television, film and even the football stadium.
Sunday 26 April
3pm
Tickets £10 (£6 concession)
Family ticket (2 adults, 2 children) £29
Tall Stories
Room On The Broom The witch and her cat are flying happily on their broomstick until a stormy wind blows away the witch’s hat, bow and wand. A helpful dog, bird and frog find the witch’s lost things, and they all hop on the broom for a ride. But this broomstick’s not meant for five and - CRACK - the broom snaps in two! When a hungry dragon appears, who will save the poor witch? And will there ever be room on the broom for everyone? Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up (and their grown-ups), adapted from the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler, creators of The Gruffalo.
Thursday 30 April & Friday 1 May 10.30am & 1.15pm Sat 2 May 11am & 2pm Tickets £6/£5 children Age 3+
21
MEET THE MUSICIANS AFTER THE CONCERT!
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 24
Catherine Wheels
Boogie Woogie Zoo
The Book Of Beasts Based on the book by E Nesbit
Join Cilla, Artie, Gary and Kevin for feeding time at the zoo and help them find their Singing Kettles among the wonderful visitor attractions. Party with the Penguins, Boogie with the Bears, and Jive with the Giraffes, it’s the Singing Kettle’s most colourful and dynamic show ever where the animals run free and make music all day! Remember - come dressed as your favourite animal!
“....... a delight for kids, parents and grandparents alike. The laughter, singing and inter-action is contagious!” Edinburgh Evening News Saturday 2 - Monday 4 May 1pm & 3.30pm Tickets £9.50/£7 groups 10+/£2 babes in arms Family Saver £34 (4 tickets, at least one adult and one child) For girls and boys of all ages.
Imagine you were King. Imagine you could do anything you wanted, except one thing. You must never ever open The Book of Beasts. Lionel was just a little boy and he had only been King for twenty four hours. He had been told that he must not open The Book of Beasts, but surely one little peek wouldn’t hurt? But when Lionel opens the book he accidentally unleashes a wicked red dragon that terrorises his faithful subjects.
macrobert family
The Singing Kettle
“Catherine Wheels is the high wire act in Scottish children’s theatre” Times Educational Supplement Saturday 9 & Sunday 10 May 11am & 2pm Tickets £6/£5 children Age 5+
22
macrobert family
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 25
Cas Public
Cas Public
The Ugly Duckling
Diary
Canadian company and macrobert favourites Cas Public return with a new production which merges the tales of The Ugly Duckling and Swan Lake to create an enchanting piece for ages 4+. Five dancers tell the tale with live musical accompaniment. Those who enjoyed Bluebeard will know this will be a humorous and touching performance for all the family!
Thursday 14 Saturday 17 May times vary Tickets £6/£5 children Age 4+
Seven dancers, a pianist, music, video, Cas Public's entire creative team and the theme of love... Love! A fundamental part of becoming a teenager, love teaches us how to experience relations with others it is a form of revolution, a collective movement for two... This specially devised piece explores the nature of love and adolescence, mixing classical music and dance with a modern slant.
Friday 15 May 7.30pm Tickets £6 £5 children
23
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 26
TPO
Peter Pan
Butterflies produced by Crying Out Loud
The classic adventure of Peter Pan comes to life in a stunning new production by three leading theatres from three nations when Visible Fictions combines forces with The Children’s Theatre Company, Minneapolis and renowned Italian Shadow Artist Fabrizio Montecchi from Teatro Gioca Vita. With a brilliant fusion of shadow puppetry and vibrant storytelling, Peter, Captain Hook, Wendy and the Lost Boys play out their adventures in an ever changing and exhilarating Neverland unlike any seen before on stage.
Saturday 23 - Monday 25 May Tickets £6/£5 children Age 8+
times vary
From larvae to grown up, follow the life of the butterfly with TPO Company’s Children’s Cheering Carpet - compose lullabies with your feet, chase caterpillars on your bottom and get ready to interact with a theatrical experience designed for the eyes, ears, knees and toes.
macrobert family
Visible Fictions
The Children’s Cheering Carpet is a touch sensitive carpet that triggers images and sound, creating a virtual landscape for the performers and audience, and will ensure a magical experience for children and adults alike.
Saturday 27 & Sunday 28 June 11am & 1pm Tickets £6/£5 children Age 4+
Stay after the show for a special play session on Saturday 27 June at 3pm. Spend some extra time playing on the carpet with one of the cast of Butterflies!
24
febfest
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:12
Page 27
FebFest 2009 macrobert Youth Groups come together for a weekend of performances. Drawing inspiration from performances seen, scripts read and stories uncovered, these shows have all been created by the young people themselves. You can visit the “Carnival Of No Return”, enjoy an original fairy tale (Enchanted eat your heart out!) or even experience the beginnings of a brand new piece of musical theatre. A full programme of performances and times will be available in January.
Friday 20 & Saturday 21 February times and prices vary
macrobert Young Company present
Coram Boy by Jamila Gavin adapted by Helen Edmundson
Part of FebFest 09 Dramatised from Jamila Gavin’s Whitbread Award-winning novel, the macrobert Young Company are proud to present the Scottish premiere of Coram Boy, an epic adventure filled with danger and excitement. ‘A rich and almost gothic drama unfolds, full of dastardly villains, cold-hearted aristocrats, devoted friends and passionate lovers, set against a background of cruelty, music and murder’ Philip Pullman With a cast of over 30 and backed by a full choir, this thrilling tale promises to enthral and excite audiences of all ages as macrobert’s oldest youth group take to the stage in their most ambitious performance yet.
Friday 27 & Saturday 28 February Tickets: £6/£4 (concession) 25
7.30pm
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:13
Page 28
West Side Story Workshop Week Workshops and classes will focus on movement and vocal skills building through activities based on West Side Story - Leonard Bernstein’s classic musical version of Romeo and Juliet. From the balletic sequences of Maria to the contemporary direction of Cool this piece is one of the essential building blocks of the musical theatre world. You will be training with practitioners who will help you explore your current abilities and find pathways to develop them. You do not need any previous experience but must be prepared to work hard and have loads of fun! Places are limited so please book early! Age: 12+ Monday 6 - Saturday 11 April 10am - 4pm Workshop spaces £100
HONK! Workshop Week book and lyrics by Anthony Drewe. music by George Stiles.
HONK! is an Olivier Award winning contemporary retelling of The Ugly Duckling story from the writing team who created the West-End production of Mary Poppins. It is a fun-filled adventure in discovering the joys of being different and features a Joseph… Dreamcoat like score that kids everywhere will enjoy.
participate
Youth Music Theatre Scotland Workshops
YMTS are inviting you to spend an intensive week developing your musical theatre skills with macrobert's resident dancers, drama artist and guest musicians. The week will finish with a performance on Saturday 11th April. Places are limited so please book early! Age 9-12years
for the week There will be an informal sharing of the week's work on Saturday 11th April 6pm.
Saturday 4 - Saturday 11 April 10am - 4pm Workshop spaces £120 for the week Performance Saturday 11 April 4pm Tickets £3 (£2 concession) 26
macrobert hires
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:13
Page 29
Alloa Ballet Company and Stirling Academy of Dance present
Stirling And Bridge Of Allan Operatic Society
Aladdin And The Enchanted Lamp
This year’s offering is the 1953 Musical by Sandy Wilson, The Boyfriend. Set around a finishing school on the French Riviera in the Roaring Twenties, it’s a perennial saga of boy meets girl, boy loses girl through a misunderstanding before the truth is revealed, prompting a collected sigh of relief and everyone lives happily ever after. Musical numbers include: I could be Happy with You, Won’t you Charleston with Me?, It’s Nicer in Nice, The Riviera and the title song The Boyfriend.
The Boyfriend
Over 150 pupils aged between 2 and 45 from all over Stirling and Clackmannanshire take part in a dance extravaganza. The first half will show off the pupils' wide range of dance styles from tap, jazz, modern to classical ballet. The second half will see pupils perform a new one act ballet of Aladdin And The Enchanted Lamp.
Monday 2 - Wednesday 4 March
7pm
Tickets £8/£6 concession Family ticket £24 (2 adults and 2 concessions)
Stirling Scouts And Guides Gang Show Stirling Gang Show returns to the macrobert with another fast moving musical extravaganza for the whole family. The cast is composed of Scouts and Guides from around the Stirling area who are all looking forward to entertaining you.
Sponsored by FasCo (Engineering Supply) Ltd.
Wednesday 11 - Saturday 14 March 7.30pm Tickets from £6.50 to £10, please check at the time of booking 27
Tuesday 17 - Saturday 21 March
times vary
Tickets £14/ £12 concession* *Concessions available on Tuesday 17 at 7.30pm Friday 20 at 5pm and Saturday 21 at 2.30pm only
Active Scotland After the phenomenal success of last years Think Dancing, Active Stirling are back with twice as many schools. Volunteers from schools throughout Stirling have been trained and supported by Active Schools to create two fantastic evenings of Dance.
Tuesday 24 & Wednesday 25 March 7pm Tickets £5
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:13
Page 30
Happy Feet Celebrating 25 years…
It’s back... and it’s bigger and better than ever! Dancers from 20 Secondary Schools from across the Forth Valley are invited to compete in the annual Dance Competition. The competition is split into two categories (junior and senior) and takes place over two nights. The young people are given the responsibility of choreographing the routines, rehearsing together and putting on a fabulous performance on the night. Prepare to be amazed, astounded and astonished by the spectacular skills and routines!
Junior Competition Tuesday 31 March 7.30pm Senior Competition Wednesday 1 April 7.30pm Tickets £5/£3.50 concession
GA GA From playing at the International Queen Convention to appearing in a recent BBC documentary, GA GA continue to prove why they are so highly rated by critics and audiences alike. There are no wigs, no make-up and definitely no false moustaches but instead a host of massive Queen songs played like they were meant to be.
“Stunning” Official Queen Fan Club “Superb” Brian May Sunday 10 May 7.30pm Tickets £12/£11 concession
macrobert hires
Central Scotland Ballet School
Forth Valley Schools Dance Competition
Following their sell-out performances of Magic of the Musicals and Hollywood, the students of Central Scotland Ballet School return with their dazzling new display Happy Feet in celebration of the school’s 25th anniversary. The annual dance display showcases the talents of over 500 young dancers from across Scotland. The children sparkle in ballet, jazz, tap and acrobatics routines with guest appearances from ex-pupils, in a glittering celebration of music and dance.
Saturday 30 May - Tuesday 2 June times vary Tickets £8
Dance Connection
Ta-Da! From the tiny tots taking their first steps to the extremely talented teens The Dance Connection's 200 talented dancers are delighted to be gracing the stage of the macrobert again. Dancing to music from Hairspray, Happy Feet and Moulin Rouge to name but a few we will guarantee to get your feet tapping with our ballet, tap, modern and streetdance routines.
Friday 5 June 7pm Saturday 6 June 2pm & 7pm Tickets £8/£7 concession Family tickets £25 (2 adults, 2 concessions)
Beaconhurst School
Les Miserables Beaconhurst School presents the classic musical tale of redemption and revolution the 19th century France. Monday 22 June Time I and prices TBC B 28
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:13
Page 31
macrobert information
macrobert tickets & information 01786 466666 Tickets and Information Opening Hours You can book in person or by telephone between 9am - 8.30pm MondaysSaturdays and 10am-8.30pm on Sundays.
How to Book Your Tickets Book online at www.macrobert.org 24/7 or call 01786 466666. You can also visit us on the campus of the University of Stirling. You can pay by credit card, debit card or cheque, made payable to macrobert (with a valid guarantee card).
Contact Us Tickets and Information macrobert, University of Stirling, FK9 4LA Tel. 01786 466666 Fax: 01786 466600 email: info@macrobert.org Send us an email with mailing list in the subject line to receive weekly email updates.
Reservations
Transport Subsidy
From 2 January 2009 only groups booking 10 or more tickets will be able to reserve their tickets in advance for any macrobert events. Any other bookings must be paid in full.
macrobert transport subsidy scheme is available for groups of 20 or more attending a paid live event. Please check at time of booking as this is not available for events where macrobert is hired by local organisations or businesses.
Refunds
Latecomers
Tickets cannot be exchanged or money refunded except in the event of cancellation by macrobert.
If you arrive once a performance has started you may not be admitted.
Concessions
* Many shows sell out, please book in advance to avoid disappointment. * macrobert reserves the right to make alterations to the programme. * The use of cameras and recording equipment is prohibited .
Apply to full time students, under 18’s, senior citizens, disabled and companion, young scot card holders and benefit claimants. Proof of eligibility required.
Group Booking We offer 1 free ticket for every 10 purchased with the exception of our Chistmas Shows where we offer 1 free ticket for every 16 purchased.
Things to Note
Customer Feedback Our staff will be happy to help with queries about films, performances and other macrobert services. We welcome and value your feedback and comments on your experiences at macrobert.
The macrobert’s work and new macrobert building have been made possible with support from: Garfield Weston Foundation, The Gannochy Trust, Hugh Fraser Foundation and the ideas and inspiration of macrobert young consultants.
macrobert work with young people is supported by the Gordon Fraser Charitable Trust and the Dance Artists by Falkirk Council. 29
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:13
Page 32
macrobert tickets & information 01786 466666 macrobert welcomes everyone and is committed to making our work and facilities accessible. Please let us know at time of booking if you require a wheelchair space or if you have any other requirements with which we can help. Audio Description and subtitling are now available for selected cinema screenings - please ask for a copy of our current cinema brochure.
Wheelchair spaces Toilet & washing facilities Parking facilities
Baby changing and feeding Facilities are offered in both men and women’s toilets in the main foyer area. In addition we offer a baby care room which includes a wheelchair accessible toilet, changing area plus a private area for feeding. Mothers who are breastfeeding are welcome to do so anywhere in the macrobert building.
Infra-red system mainhouse & filmhouse
Guide dogs are welcome
How to get here macrobert is located on the campus of the University of Stirling, FK9 4LA By Car Northbound, follow signs North and take the M9 motorway from Edinburgh or M80 motorway from Glasgow. Continue to End of Motorway signs at Dunblane roundabout. Follow signs to Bridge of Allan and entrance to university is on the left as you exit village. Southbound, take the A9 South and follow signs for Stirling. Continue until you see End of Motorway signs at large roundabout. Follow signs to Bridge of Allan and entrance to university is on the left as you exit village.
macrobert information
macrobert access
Bus Call First Edinburgh 01324 613777 or Ferguson's on 01786 461538. Train Stirling has excellent links with Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen. The station is ten minutes away by bus or taxi.
Car parking If you are coming to a weekday matinee parking can be difficult so please allow extra time to find a place. It is easiest to find a space by the residencies (turn left after the main entrance), then walk across the link bridge to the macrobert.
macrobert gratefully acknowledges the support of macrobert business club members
Local members Bank of Scotland (Munro Road)
National members
Dollar Academy Ian White Associates, Landscape Architects and Planners macrobert Business Club - to find out more call Liz Moran on 01786 467152
30
134212_Macrobert:macMAIN_JAN09
8/12/08
12:10
Page 1
May
January Sun 18
Baby Loves Disco
Tue 20
How Long Is A Piece Of String? 10.30 1.30
Wed 21
How Long Is A Piece Of String? 10.30 1.30
1.00
Tue 17
The Boyfriend
7.30
Fri 1
Room On The Broom
Wed 18
The Boyfriend
7.30
Sat 2
Room On The Broom
11.00 2.00
Boogie Woogie Zoo
1.00
10.30 1.15
7.30
Sat 2
Thurs 22 How Long Is A Piece Of String? 10.30 1.30
Fri 20
The Boyfriend
5.00
8.30
Sun 3
Boogie Woogie Zoo
1.00
3.30
Fri 23
How Long Is A Piece Of String? 10.30 1.30
Sat 21
The Boyfriend
2.30
7.30
Mon 4
Boogie Woogie Zoo
1.00
3.30
Sat 24
How Long Is A Piece Of String? 11.00 2.00
Sun 22
Baby Loves Disco
1.00
Thurs 7
Curve Foundation The Book Of Beasts
11.00 2.00 11.00 2.00
February
Thurs 19 The Boyfriend
3.30
8.00
Traps The Drum Wonder
8.00
Sat 9
Mon 23
The Cherry Orchard
8.00
Sun 10
The Book Of Beast
Tue 24
Active Scotland
7.00
Sun 10
GA GA Concert
Wed 25
Active Scotland
7.00
Thurs 14 Ugly Duckling
10.30 1.30 10.30
7.30
Fri 6
The Nutcracker
7.30
Sat 7
The Nutcracker
2.00 7.30
Fri 27
Candoco Dance Company
8.00
Fri 15
Ugly Duckling
Wed 11
Mission Possible:Dads And Lads Move! 8.00
Sat 28
Jerry Sadowitz
8.00
Fri 15
Diary
Fri 13
Craig Hill
8.00
Tue 31
Forth Valley Schools Dance Competition 7.30
Sat 16
Ugly Duckling
Sun 15
Baby Loves Disco
1.00
Sun 17
Baby Loves Disco
Wed 18
Baby Baby
8.00
Sat 23
Peter Pan
2.00
Fri 20
Twelfth Floor
8.00
Sun 24
Peter Pan
3.00
Sat 21
Mark Watson
April
7.30 11.00 4.00 1.00
8.00
Wed 1
Forth Valley Schools Dance Competition 7.30
Mon 25
Peter Pan
Thurs 26 The Al Pitcher Picture Show
8.00
Thurs 2
Fur Coat And Magic Knickers
8.00
Wed 27
New English Contemporary Ballet
Fri 27
Coram Boy
7.30
Wed 15
Interiors
8.00
Thurs 28 The Ducky
8.00
Sat 28
Coram Boy
7.30
Fri 17
The Blank Album
8.00
Sat 30
Central Scotland Ballet School 2.00
7.00
Sun 31
Central Scotland Ballet School
6.00
March
Sat 18
What A Wonderful World 11.00 2.00
Sun 19
What A Wonderful World 11.00 2.00
10.30 8.00
June
Tue 21
Shopping For Shoes
1.30
Mon 2
Aladdin
7.00
Wed 22
Shopping For Shoes
10.30 1.30
Tue 3
Aladdin
7.00
Thurs 23 Vincent In Brixton
8.00
Mon 1
Central Scotland Ballet School
7.00
Wed 4
Aladdin
7.00
Fri 24
8.00
Tue 2
Central Scotland Ballet School
7.00
Fri 6
Boxin
8.00
Sat 25
Vincent In Brixton
8.00
Fri 5
The Dance Connection
Wed 11
Gang Show
7.30
Sun 26
The Wow Factor
Sat 6
The Dance Connection
Thurs 12 Gang Show
7.30
Wed 29
Scottish Dance Theatre
Sat 27
Butterflies
Fri 13
Gang Show
7.30
Thurs 30 Room On The Broom
Sat 14
Gang Show
7.30
Vincent In Brixton 3.00
8.00
Butterflies Play Session
10.30 1.15 Sun 28
Butterflies
7.00 2.00 11.00 1.00 3.00 11.00 1.00
7.00