Lorayne McLucas’s enthusiastic and talented young performers present an Oliver! extravaganza. The young performers are joined by some professional actors and a singer to present the singing repertoire from the show along with some scenes.
Lorayne McLucas’s enthusiastic and talented young performers present an Oliver! extravaganza. The young performers are joined by some professional actors and a singer to present the singing repertoire from the show along with some scenes.
Tonight’s programme includes music by Elgar, Prelude and Angel’s Farewell from the Dream of Gerontious; Mendelssohn, Overture to a Midsummer Night’s Dream; Mahler, Adagietto from the 5th Symphony; Mozart, 5th Symphony; and Beethoven, 5th Symphony.
The first of our two Easter traditional concerts features fiddle player Iain MacFarlane and Ingrid Henderson on clarsach and keyboard. They are joined by multi-instrumentalist Andrew Finn Magill and Ayrshire musician Seán Gray on guitar.
Tony Mills of Room 2 Manoeuvre and Jennifer Paterson of All or Nothing aerial performance company lead a dance theatre workshop for all ages. This workshop will explore the themes of the following evening show and who are our heroes.
Mixing aerial skills with dance theatre and contemporary circus, Heroes is a new show from All or Nothing and Room 2 Manoeuvre which takes a look at idols. The cult of celebrity and the fall from grace, the hidden heroes, superheroes and who do we really, actually look up to?
All the way from Italy – a fun way to learn about the basics of animation. No previous knowledge or experience is necessary, just enthusiasm and a sense of fun. Make a film together and then assist the Cucinema company members to make a simple dinner of pasta with tomato sauce. We then eat together and watch the film. Do bring a bottle to share over dinner.
The second of the two Easter traditional cèilidhs feature four leading lights of the Scottish traditional music scene. Hamish Napier (keyboard and voice), John Somerville (accordion), Ross Martin (guitar) and Eilidh Shaw (fiddle and voice) are joined by Scottish step dancer Nic Gareiss from the USA.
Cross-Border folk multi-instrumentalists and festival favourites, The Shee, are an exceptional all-female band boasting powerful and emotional vocal performances and instrumental prowess. The concert will be followed by a cèilidh dance.
Mary Ann Kennedy and Finlay Wells present Glaschu: Mary Ann's new album. This is a vibrant collection of vignettes from the city’s main artery, the Clyde, to street-life and markets, social deprivation, religious tension, traditional Scottish sport and play.
The Canadian/Scottish collaboration of The Burning Hell and Randolph’s Leap brings catchy melodies, intelligent lyrics and life-affirming performances to Skye audiences.
Christine Hanson’s musical compositions accompanying Service’s best-known poem features a musical line-up of Gerry Cambridge, poet, narrator, harmonica; Anna Massie fiddle, guitar; Gordon Gunn, fiddle; Kevin Murray, guitar; Kevin McGuire, double bass; Rick Taylor, trombone; James MacIntosh, percussion; and Brian McAlpine, piano, box.
A new 2 day Gaelic Music festival in front of Armadale Castle. The finest Gaelic music bands will be playing. Camping will be available in the grounds of the castle. Lots of dancing, singing and a few drinks.
Renowned the world over, Nordic musicians Frigg draw influence from their homeland alongside those from their extensive travels – joyfully fusing Nordic and bluegrass flavours to create their own signature, Nordgrass.
Stellar Quines and Imaginate Theatre groups present This Girl Laughs, This Girl Cries, This Girl Does Nothing: a contemporary fairy tale for ages 7+.from prolific playwright Finegan Kruckemeyer. A play about determination and friendship and an inspiration to follow our dreams
Join us for an evening with Mairi Campbell who will start with a set of her acoustic solo songs followed by her new five star show featuring Scotland's most famous song, Auld Lang Syne.
This legendary piece of Scottish theatre, brought to Skye by the National Theatre of Scotland in association with Dundee Rep, tells the story of the exploitation of Scottish lands, waters and people over the centuries. With live music and a riotous cèilidh.
BBC Radio Two’s Musician of the year 2012 at the BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards, Tim Edey brings his solo show, which will be a mix of world music inspired instrumental virtuosity and passion, with a strong Celtic theme.
A 13.1 mile road race starting in Portree and heading North towards Uig, at Kensalyre you turn left onto single track roads the circle back to Portree. Book you place and start your training!
A celebration of food and drink across the Isle of Skye featuring seafood-themed festival launch; four-day Island-wide food and drink trail; masterclasses; cookery demonstrations; local artisan producers; live music; cook-offs; cèilidh dances and two-day Festival artisan market in Broadford Hall.
The Games are one of the highlights of the Skye calendar. Not to be missed!
The games including classics such as putting the stone, tossing the caber, tug-of-war. Also Bag Piping and Highland Dancing competitions.
A lively two-day festival of music and celebration in unique surroundings above Portree.
