ICA Oct 2013 - Issue 134

issue 134 Oct 2013

plus EDEN COURT FILM GUIDE(see centre pages)

issue 134 Oct 2013

plus EDEN COURT FILM GUIDE(see centre pages)

Dee Luxe.Jack heads Eden Court’s stunning line-up.

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For restaurant, activity or family entertainment reservations call 01479 815 123 quoting ICAW1. www.MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/Aviemore

OPEN TO NON-RESIDENTS - EVERYBODY WELCOME

*Family day pass pricing is based on 2 adults and 2 children. Please check seasonal opening times as not all facilities and restaurants are open year round.

J O I N I N T H E F U N A T S C O T L A N D ’ S P L A Y G R O U N D

M A C D O N A L D AV I E M O R E R E S O RT FAMILY DAY PASSES

New family day passes available for our top activities, these include lunch and:

• Full use of the wet leisure facilities*

• Entry into the soft play area

• Entry into the Inflatable Fun Factory

Ask about our Platinum Upgrade at the time of booking.

LUXURY BRAND SHOPPING

Spey Valley Shopping offers exclusive gifts, accessories and luxury brands.

www.SpeyValleyShopping.co.uk

EATING AND DRINKING AT AVIEMORE

Macdonald Aviemore Resort and our sister resort Macdonald Spey Valley Golf & Country Club have a selection of restaurants for you to choose from.*

From£10.50 per person

FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY

With a soft play area, inflatable fun factory*, 3D cinema showing the latest releases and lagoon swimming pool with wave machine and flume, Aviemore has plenty to keep the kids entertained.

Our sports bar, famous Whisky bar, Vital Health & Wellbeing Club and a huge selection of local activities means adults won’t miss out either.

DINNER AND A MOVIE

Choose any pizza or pasta from our Italian restaurant and then enjoy a movie in our 3D cinema all for one fantastic price. Available Sunday to Thursday. Cinema showing is at 5.30pm daily, giving you time to book your meal for after the film.

£10.95per child

£14.95per adult

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For restaurant, activity or family entertainment reservations call 01479 815 123 quoting ICAW1. www.MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/Aviemore

OPEN TO NON-RESIDENTS - EVERYBODY WELCOME

*Family day pass pricing is based on 2 adults and 2 children. Please check seasonal opening times as not all facilities and restaurants are open year round.

J O I N I N T H E F U N A T S C O T L A N D ’ S P L A Y G R O U N D

M A C D O N A L D AV I E M O R E R E S O RT FAMILY DAY PASSES

New family day passes available for our top activities, these include lunch and:

• Full use of the wet leisure facilities*

• Entry into the soft play area

• Entry into the Inflatable Fun Factory

Ask about our Platinum Upgrade at the time of booking.

LUXURY BRAND SHOPPING

Spey Valley Shopping offers exclusive gifts, accessories and luxury brands.

www.SpeyValleyShopping.co.uk

EATING AND DRINKING AT AVIEMORE

Macdonald Aviemore Resort and our sister resort Macdonald Spey Valley Golf & Country Club have a selection of restaurants for you to choose from.*

From£10.50 per person

FUN FOR ALL THE FAMILY

With a soft play area, inflatable fun factory*, 3D cinema showing the latest releases and lagoon swimming pool with wave machine and flume, Aviemore has plenty to keep the kids entertained.

Our sports bar, famous Whisky bar, Vital Health & Wellbeing Club and a huge selection of local activities means adults won’t miss out either.

DINNER AND A MOVIE


£10.95per child

£14.95per adult


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Set up camp at Eden Court. . .Well, they do seem to have an unearthly amount of entertainment on off er this month - like a whole year from ten years ago rolled into just four weeks. Crazy stuff ‒ but really good ‒ so, we’re serious, dry off the tent, unfurl the sleeping bags and dig out yer thermal jammies (oh, you already did that) and hotfoot it down to Eden Court’s lovely lawns and set up shop. It’ll be like the whole ‘Occupy’ thing - only colder, wetter and with less dogs on strings (don’t think I’m being condescending - we don’t even have a string for our dog). . .Okay, to be fair, it’s not just the ‘Court that’s got it going on in October - there’s plenty of magic to be had elsewhere as well. A summary of the plunder to be found within our lovely lithe leaves of leisure: Art: Look out for Hock-Aun Teh at Kilmorack Gallery and two ace shows at IG:LU - cigarbox instruments and cartoons from Donald Jack and awesome biographical illustrations from ‘Salty Philip’ (Lynn MacPherson). And perhaps most unusual of all, a ‘happening’ relating to the Nazi’s Entartete Kunst show ridiculing modern art (that proved more popular than their own pompous ‘Great German Art Exhibit’) - Entartet takes place at appointed times at... oh, Eden Court’s OneTouch theatre. Film: Notable shows for the month include The Fifth State - in which hottie Benedict Cumberbatch (don’t argue) fops around as Julian Assange, Ender’s Game, the Malik-esque Ain’t Them Bodies Saints, Karen ‘Who?’ Gillan’s newie Not Another Happy Ending, plus the rather scary prospect of the Proclaimers musical turned movie, Sunshine On Leith, and particular attention should be reserved for the Thrillseekers Adventure Film Festival at. . . Eden CourtKids: A whole swathe of Halloween events are on - but helpfully early and weekend-based is the council’s own extravaganza, The Great Ghost Train Crash at Ness Islands - see pages 10 & 11. The Inshes Adventure Park opens (see p14) and two other shows to watch: SDT’s Innocence Unplugged at the Craigmonie Centre and Scottish Opera’s intriguing SensoryO at - you know where. . .Music: Get all excited with pop-emoters Bastille, or with the Bay City Rollers (Story), Vivaldi out with La Serenissima, fi ddle up with Blazin’ in Beauly, or check out the new heirs to the Scot-rock crown, Fatherson, at. . . Ironworks ! Specials: Hone your survival skills with Ray Mears (yes, Eden. . .) Sport: The Culloden 17.46K and Aviemore half marathon plus El Kessocko - again. Theatre: Heaps. Seriously it won’t all fi t here - go to p32 right now. Now!Just to good to be true. . . Check out whatsonhighlands.com

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For more info on how to enter visit: www.nairnfestival.co.uk

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the book by Roger HutchinsonDirected by Gerry Mulgrew

CALLING ALL BUDDING SONGWRITERS...

Nairn Book & Arts Festival seeks entries for a songwriting competition to be judged by two of Scotland’s premier w r i t e r / m u s i c i a n s , Findlay Napier & Gillian Frame.

Cash prizes & the chance to perform live at the Festival in September!

For more info on how to enter visit: www.nairnfestival.co.uk

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ARTThe Art of Diversity

Some splendid art at KILMORACK GALLERY this month with three different artists all presenting vivaciously dynamic work that may be different in style, but share an assured appeal.Malaysian born HOCK-AUN TEH [1] came to Scotland to study at the Glasgow School of Art in the early 1970s, a time when he also founded the martial art, Tukido. To Hock-Aun events as diverse as dancing outside a temple or watching a squirrel in his garden are distilled into expressive feelings of energy, communicated with an impressive abstract expressionist style. In recent times Teh has had notable success in South East Asia with work that bridges eastern and western art, so this is a long awaited opportunity to see more of this artists work in his adopted country of Scotland.MADELINE MACKAY’s work centres around the Northern Landscape and the creatures that live there, the animals and archaeology in her etchings and prints giving them a timeless quality and great promise. It’s no surprise that having only graduated last year, she already has a host of awards to her name.Edinburgh based ALAN MCGOWAN creates work that explores the body through paint. His natural draftsmanship (which has won McGowan many prestigious illustrative contracts) and his familiarity with his regular life models gives his work huge freedom and allow him to constantly explore fresh ground, pushing paint in new ways. His show, like those of Mackay and Hock-Aun run until 26 OCT. More details at www.kilmorackgallery.co.uk

In truth we’re not quite sure whether ENTARTET (EDEN COURT ONETOUCH, 16-19 OCT) is art or theatre. It’s probably both, which is no bad thing. And the inspiration behind it is fascinating.“75 years ago an infamous exhibition opened in Munich. It ridiculed the Modern Art on display and marked their creators as degenerate - and dangerous. Entartet uses original text from the exhibition’s guidebook to create an audio guide to an empty spaces. It creates an environment to imagine an infamous event and the world in which it took place.”Entartet is experienced like an exhibition; audience members enter and exit in their own time. On average the experience lasts around 30 minutes. Max 8 people in the installation space at any one time.Feeling brave enough to give it a go? Could be rewarding..

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BEAULY GALLERY DAVID BODY, illustrative works. CHRISTINE O’KEEFE watercolours and KAREN PRICE.

CASTLE GALLERY MIXED SUMMER EXHIBITION: to 28 Sep, MYCHAEL BARRATT, KAROLINA LARUSDOTTIR, ANGIE LEWIN, DAVID MEREDITH, TREVOR PRICE & VEGA. KATY SPONG: 5 to 26 Oct, Paintings and prints focusing on the moments that nature provides in and around Cuil Bay. castlegallery.co.uk

EDEN COURT GALLERYTHIS PARK LIFE BY ANN VASTANO, Stalls Gallery, October, Based in Aviemore, ANN VASTANO’S work is inspired by those dramatic landforms of the locality. The captivating cottages, bothies and holdings which hug the hillsides, these muses prove a constant challenge and inspiration.

CONTEMPORARY LANDSCAPES BY CECILIA MANN, Blink Gallery, October, Cecilia’s work is strongly infl uenced by the colour and natural structure of the environment where she lives, in the hills overlooking Loch Ness.EXPLORING PREHISTORIC ROUNDHOUSES: THE STORY OF THE WEDIGS COMMUNITY PROJECT BY LOCHBROOM FIELD CLUB, OneTouch Gallery, October, In 2010 a group of interested folk from Ross-shire and Skye began investigating roundhouses… Local Communities and schools were involved… The exhibition tells the story of these investigations.AUTISM: LIFE IN COLOUR BY AUTISM INITIATIVES, Stalls Foyer, 15-26 OctoberCapturing the views of people with autism about their lives by inviting them to submit two photographs or video clips taken on 02 April 2013 – World Autism Awareness day.

HICALIAM GILLICK–FROM FREDENSBORG TO HALEN VIA LOCH RUTHVEN: COURTYARD HOUSING PROJECTIONS, to 6 Oct As last month. Open Suns 2–5pm & by appt. www.h-i-c-a.org

IG:LU Event #60: DÉRIVE AND DÉTOURNEMENTFri 20 Sep–04 Oct 11am–4pm. Mothertongue is a newly formed artist collective based in Elgin whose mediums vary – painting, photography, installation and performance – featuring MATTHEW GORDON WELLS, SAM LAWSON, KRISTA WRIGHT, HANNAH BLACK & CHARIS EDWARD WELLS.

Event #61: SALTY PHILIP ILLUSTRATIONS (aka Lynn Macpherson)Fri 11–FRI 25 Oct 11am–4pmShow from Dublin-based illustrator specialising

in digital prints. Each piece in the show is a little snippet of something that has happened in Lynn’s life this year. “I’ve never been into broadcasting my entire life over social network sites and let’s face it, we all know someone who loves to tell you when they’ve had a bad dream or if work is particularly slow that day… I had the idea that instead of arbitrarily typing what was going on in life, I would take the time to draw a not very literal representation (because that would be boring) of what was going on. There is something for most people to relate to in them because they’re open to interpretation and comes from a very honest place… But don’t ever ask me who they’re about!” A real talent not to miss.

Event #62: THE ADVENTURES OF CIGARBOX DON Mon 28 Oct–Mon 11 Nov, 11am–4pmMixed show from one of the Highlands’ more eclectic creatives, Donald Jack. At time of print we know this show will include unique musical instruments, prints of a self-featuring cartoon strip and live performance. To be more specifi c: 12+ wall-hung instruments (eg, cigar-box guitar & fi ddle, wine-box bass, dog-bowl banjo…), a series of prints of posters, graphics, photographs & info sheets related to cigarbox guitars, performances in the large room, up to 20 cartoon strips, with the endearing adventures of DON. And at least one gig. “Since starting to make musical instruments from recycled materials in 2011, my creative endeavours have led me to new experiences; taken unexpected turns and I have found

myself in some magical places.” See website for more !

www.theIG.LU

IMAGNEW HIGHLAND GRADUATES, to 12 Oct,Feat. ALAIN CAMPBELL, JAMIE DAVIDSON, LAURA DONKERS, SHAUN FRASER, ZOE GWYNNE, JAMIE KANE, SUSAN MACINTOSH, EMMA MACKENZIE, MALIZE MCBRIDE, TINA MCGREGOR-ROBERTSON, NAOMI OJIMA, JAYNIE TOPPING, KATIE WARD.

ART IN OUR HANDS!, Small Art Gallery, 1st Floor, to Sat 12 Oct Following the discovery of the Civil War Coin Hoard from Whitewells Farm, and its acquisition for IMAG, this exhibition will show the coins, and in particular the half-crown from the Hartlebury Castle emergency mint for the very first time.TEMPLES OF THE EARTH AND SKY GODS: A PHOTOGRAPHIC EXHIBITION OF SCOTTISH ARCHAEO-ASTRONOMY, Community Gallery, Tue 01 Oct - Sat 2 Nov. Many of our prehistoric monuments were placed at precise locations in order to capture the movements of the sun and the moon, throughout the seasons. inverness.highland.museum

INCHMORE GALLERYNEW ARTISTS, NEW WORK, to 26 Oct, LIZ GREEN, FIONA KEARNEY, FIONA MATHESON and HELEN L ROBERTSON, CLARE BLOIS, NORMAN FAWCETT, KIM RICHARDS and JULIAN WYSOCKI. inchmoregallery.co.uk

INVERNESS AIRPORTMIXED EXHIBITION, through Oct, work by JANE MACRAE, MIRIAM SMITH, IAIN SARJEANT,ANDREW DUNN, EVA FABER, ROSIE NEWMAN.

IONA GALLERY, KINGUSSIEAMAZING AUTOMATA, to 13 Oct, by Caberet Mechanical Theatre. theionagallery.co.uk

KILMORACK GALLERY HOCK-AUN TEH, MADELINE MACKAY, ALAN MCGOWAN, to 26 Oct. See main feat. kilmorackgallery.co.uk

SOLAS GALLERY, GAIRLOCHROB HOWARD and LYN BECKETT. Original paintings in watercolour, acrylic and mixed media. 01445 712626 solasgallery.co.uk

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This time of year brings not only a welter of TV designed to keep you hooked through the winter months, but also a whole heap of fi lm releases aiming at more than just the school holiday audience, many with their eyes on potential Oscars.

FILTH (EDEN COURT, FRI 18–THU 24 OCT) is most defi nitely a “grown up” fi lm. We told you a couple of months back about James McAvoy’s excellent performance as an alco-cop in the long awaited screen adaptation of Irvine Welsh’s book and now you get the chance to see for yourself just how good it is. Probably not one for the oscars, mind…

AIN’T THEM BODIES SAINTS [1] (EC, 11–17 OCT) is one of those fi lms tipped to pick up Oscars, thanks to impressive performances from ROONEY MARA and CASEY AFFLECK, plus a gorgeous cinematic canvas created by director David Lowery. With echoes of Terence Malick’s Badlands, Lowery (who also edited Shane Carruth’s recent Upstream Colour), ensures this tale of a released Texas criminal reuniting with his wife and son is more than just schmaltzy drama.

Unfortunately “schmaltzy” is just the description being bandied about regarding NOT ANOTHER HAPPY ENDING [2] (EC 25 OCT–05 NOV), in which our very own KAREN GILLAN plays a Glasgow author trying to overcome writer’s block. We bow to no-one in our devotion to the glorious Ms Gillan, but hopefully her host of forthcoming projects will do more justice to her undoubted talents than this lightweight romantic affair.

More misguided script choices from a fi ne actress as NAOMI WATTS takes on the title role of the doomed princess in DIANA (EC 04–10 OCT). Already picking up the worst reviews of the year, we’d call it car crash cinema unless, well, you know… Amazingly, it’s directed by Oliver Hirschbiegel, who made the excellent Downfall.

Watts and Gillan would do well to work with one of the brightest new talents in American cinema, LAKE BELL. She wrote, directed and stars in IN A WORLD… [3] (EC, 25–27 & 30 OCT) about a father and daughter competing in the world of movie voiceovers, an unusual pretext for a fi lm that’s being raved about by those in the know. Very much a talent to watch.

Closer to home, SUNSHINE ON LEITH (EC, 04-24 OCT) is Dexter Fletcher’s screen adaptation of the play (which you might have seen at Eden Court) set to the music of The Proclaimers. The reliable PETER MULLEN and Marmite JANE HORROCKS star in the story of friends struggling to adapt to life outside the army.

A quick word for the THRILLSEEKERS ADVENTURE FILM FESTIVAL 2013 (EC, THU 17, THU 24 & THU 31 OCT), returning for its third year with the best in extreme sports and adventure fl icks. See adventurefest.co.uk for the full line up…

Lastly, you might want to check out THE FIFTH STATE, BLUE JASMINE [4] and ENDER’S GAME - see the listings >> for reasons why…

more at: whatsonhighlands.com

FILMOscars or Turkeys?

DOCUMENTARYCOMEDY DRAMA FAMILY ROMANCE

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>CONTINUED FROM SEP � RUSH - Ron Howard’s take on the F1 rivalry between James Hunt and Niki Lauda. Points for lookalikes and adrenalined engine action, none for foppish understatement / ANY DAY NOW / CALL GIRL / THANKS FOR SHARING @ EC

FROM SAT 28 SEPPERCY JACKSON: SEA OF MONSTERS @ EC

FROM SUN 29 SEPTHE BIG CITY / FLYING HIGH @ EC

FROM TUE 01 OCTANY DAY NOW / � THE WAY, WAY BACK / � RUSH @ EC

TUE 01 OCTInFiFa THE KILLERS @ EC

THU 03 OCTWE NEED TO TALK ABOUT KEVIN (SMHAFF) @ EC

FROM FRI 04 OCTTHE CRASH REEL / FOR THOSE IN PERIL / HOW I LIVE NOW / METALLICA: THROUGH THE NEVER / THE TO DO LIST @ Vue *SUNSHINE ON LEITH (see feat) / THANKS FOR SHARING @ Vue

SUNSHINE ON LEITH (see feat) / DIANA (see feat) / CITADEL @ EC

SUN 06 OCTCityScapes THE THIRD MAN @ ECNT LIVE: OTHELLO ENCORE @ EC

MON 07 OCT� THE LADY KILLERS @ Nairn Community & Art Centre, 2pm An Ealing classic

FROM TUE 08 OCTSILENCE @ EC

WED 09 OCTLuminate BEST EXOTIC MARIGOLD HOTEL @ EC

FROM FRI 11 OCT

BAGGAGE CLAIM / THE CONSPIRACY / � THE FIFTH ESTATE - BENNY CUMBERBATCH plays Julian Assange in what promises to be an intriguing telling of the Wikileaks story… Will they leak details of Sherlock’s death trick? / LAST PASSENGER / LE WEEKEND @ Vue *ROMEO AND JULIET @ Vue

MUSEUM HOURS / � AIN’T THEM BODIES SAINTS (see feat) @ EC

FROM SAT 12 OCTMORTAL INSTRUMENTS: CITY OF BONES @ EC

SUN 13 OCTVIDEODROME (SMHAFF) @ EC

TUE 15 OCTInFiFa CHINATOWN @ EC

WED 16 OCTSCARECROW (SMHAFF) @ EC

THU 17 OCTTHRILLSEEKERS ADVENTURE FILM FEST @ EC(see feat) and Thu 24 & 31 Oct

FROM FRI 18 OCTCAPTAIN PHILIPS / TURBO @ Vue *

THE ARTIST & THE MODEL / � FILTH (see feat)/ BHAAG MILKHA BHAAG @ EC

SAT 19 OCTPRIVATE LIFE OF SHERLOCK HOLMES @ ECCityScapes BAD TIMING @ EC

FROM SUN 20 OCTLuminate THIS IS MARTIN BONNER @ EC

TUE 22 OCTHAMLET / TAKE SHELTER (SMHAFF) @ EC

THU 24 OCTTHRILLSEEKERS ADVENTURE FILM FEST @ ECCityScapes REVANCHE @ EC

FROM FRI 25 OCTA BELFAST STORY / CLOUDY WITH A CHANCE

OF MEATBALLS 2 / � ENDER’S GAME - HARRISON FORD and ASA BUTTERFIELD star in this adaptation of homophobe Orson Scott Card’s book (the inspiration for the Halo games?), in which the alien enemy are referred to as the ‘Buggers’. It’s a funny old life, eh?/ JACKASS PRESENTS: BAD GRANDPA / ONE CHANCE @ Vue *

� BLUE JASMINE - Woody Allen’s return to form with CATE BLANCHETT / NOT ANOTHER HAPPY ENDING / HANNAH ARENDT / � IN A WORLD... (see feat) @ EC

FRI 25 OCTTHE ARTIST @ Nairn Community & Art Ctr, 7.30pm The multi-award winning salute to silent movies.

SUN 27 OCTCityScapes THE PIANO TEACHER @ EC

FROM MON 28HAWKING @ EC

TUE 29 OCTInFiFa GILDA @ EC

FROM WED 30 OCT� THOR: THE DARK WORLD @ Vue *

WED 30 OCTHIGHLAND SPIRITUAL CINEMA @ Highland Rail House, 7.30pmhighlandspiritualcinema.net

FROM THU 31 OCTTHE HAUNTING OF CONNECTICUT 2: GHOSTS OF GEORGIA @ Vue *

THU 31 OCTTHRILLSEEKERS ADVENTURE FILM FEST @ ECHALLOWEEN @ EC

EC = Eden Ct / Vue*=Vue (tbc) / �=recommended

EDEN COURT FILM GUIDE > P23–26For more up to date info and times, visitwhatsonhighlands.com

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The Ghost Train was on its way to a Halloween Party in Scary Bay has derailed at Ness Islands and all the ghosts and ghouls have escaped !

Luckily, we know the ghosties are scared of all kinds of young Monsters, Vampires and Skeletons – so bring your little monsters down to The Islands to scare the ghosts and ghouls away and help save Inverness.

…Ghostly train-spotters might be useful too!

THE GREAT HALLOWEEN GHOST TRAIN CRASHNess Islands, Inverness

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Something For Everybody

KIDSFILMART MUSIC SPORT SPECIALS THEATRE

Check whatsonhighlands.com for more info, features & interviews.

MON 30 SEP & TUE 01 OCT DINOSAUR ZOO @ Eden Court Empire, Mon 1.30pm, 4.30pm; Tue 10.30am Direct from Australia, Dinosaur Zoo brings these awesome prehistoric creatures to the stage as you’ve never seen them before, up close and personal!

SAT 12 & SUN 13 OCT SENSORYO @ Eden Court Jim Love Studio, 10.30am, 1.30pm. See main feature

WED 16 OCT WILDLIFE WARRIORS @ Scottish Dolphin Ctr 2pm 01343 820339 wdcs.org

FRI 18-SUN 20 OCT THE SINGING KETTLE: RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE @ Eden Court Empire Fri 2pm; Sat/Sun 12pm & 3pm See main feature

SAT 19 OCT INNOCENCE - SCOTTISH DANCE THEATRE @ Craigmonie Centre 11am See main feature

WED 23 OCT WILDLIFE WARRIORS @ Scottish Dolphin Centre, 2pm. As Wed 16 Oct.

FRI 25 OCT THE GREAT GHOST TRAIN CRASH @ Ness Islands, 6.30–8.30pmThe Highland Council’s now traditional Halloween hoolie on Ness Islands: The Ghost Train has derailed on the Islands and all the scary ghosts have escaped. Bring your kids dressed to chill the ghosties and scare them away - we know they’re afraid of monsters, vampires, skeletons and zombies.As usual - loads of fun and spooks. Don’t miss - on both Fri and Sat night so no-one needs to miss out. See p10-11

HALLOWEEN LANTERN MAKING @ Scottish Dolphin Centre, 10am, 2pm. Transform a glass jar into a spooky lantern, ready for Halloween. Bring your own jar, large enough to fit a tealight inside and everything else is laid on! Drop in sessions between 10am-12pm and 2-4pm. £2 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

SAT 26 OCT

THE GREAT GHOST TRAIN CRASH @ Ness Islands, 6.30–8.30pm See Fri 25 Oct

WONDERFULLY WICKED & WEIRDLY WILD HALLOWEEN @ Brodie Castle, 3pm. Calling all wee witches and wizards - be thrilled, or maybe a little scared, at Brodie Castle’s Halloween Event. HALLOWEEN HORRORS PARTY @ Scottish Dolphin Centre, 6pm. Ghastly ghouls, devilish demons and spooky spectres await you in the Ice House. There will be games, music, fancy dress and pumpkin soup so come along and join the fun! £2 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential. 01343 820339

THU 31 OCT STICKY KIDS HALLOWE’EN SINGALONG @ Strathpeffer Pavilion, 10am. An action-packed singalong show for 2–7 year olds. Tickets £6 now on sale from Pavilion only. For group bookings please ring Yvonne at the Pavilion 01997 420124

FRI 01 NOV INNOCENCE @ Eden Court OneTouch, 11am & 2pm See main feature 12

Never let it be said that entertainment for kids doesn’t cover the cultural waterfront, as this month’s offerings demonstrate. On 12 & 13 OCT for example, in EDEN COURT’S JIM LOVE STUDIO, Scottish Opera are putting on SENSORYO which takes you on a train ride through the jungle to meet a friendly lion who sleeps under the stars. The set is inviting and tactile, with its unique audience in mind, and the show features a mix of live and recorded vocals and exciting percussive sounds to inspire the imagination and bring the adventure to life.

Without wanting to be too judgemental, we’re pretty sure the audience for the above would also be interested in INNOCENCE UNPLUGGED from SCOTTISH DANCE THEATRE at CRAIGMONIE CENTRE on SAT 19 OCT at 11am. An exciting opportunity for 0–7 year olds (and their adults!), to enter a realm of mystery, fun and adventure, it’s a unique performance playroom where the audience explore William Blake’s Songs of Innocence as children are invited to dance on an interactive journey of theatre, story and live music choreographed by Fleur Darkin.

Just as eagerly awaited, if a tad more populist is that latest visit to EDEN COURT by THE SINGING KETTLE with a show called RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE running from 18–20 OCT. Much-loved Cilla has left the entourage, with Anya joining Gary and Kevin in the new line-up. As for the show itself, Bonzo the Dog causes pandemonium with his mischievous monkeying around as the intrepid explorers uncover hilarious surprises under thousands of funky ferns and behind every banana tree. This non-stop, ‘totally awesome’ safari adventure is your archetypal festival of fun for girls and boys of all ages. Remember - Come dressed as your favourite wild animal to sing along with the sounds of the jungle.

More kids features & events at: whatsonhighlands.com

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Thu 22 Oct, 7.30pm, Eden Court Empire

TO ENTER: visitwhatsonhighlands.com/promosor scan QR ortext ‘woh 3PHANTOMS’ to 07786 206955

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Something For Everybody

KIDSFILMART MUSIC SPORT SPECIALS THEATRE

Check whatsonhighlands.com for more info, features & interviews.

MON 30 SEP & TUE 01 OCT DINOSAUR ZOO @ Eden Court Empire, Mon 1.30pm, 4.30pm; Tue 10.30am Direct from Australia, Dinosaur Zoo brings these awesome prehistoric creatures to the stage as you’ve never seen them before, up close and personal!

SAT 12 & SUN 13 OCT SENSORYO @ Eden Court Jim Love Studio, 10.30am, 1.30pm. See main feature

WED 16 OCT WILDLIFE WARRIORS @ Scottish Dolphin Ctr 2pm 01343 820339 wdcs.org

FRI 18-SUN 20 OCT THE SINGING KETTLE: RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE @ Eden Court Empire Fri 2pm; Sat/Sun 12pm & 3pm See main feature

SAT 19 OCT INNOCENCE - SCOTTISH DANCE THEATRE @ Craigmonie Centre 11am See main feature

WED 23 OCT WILDLIFE WARRIORS @ Scottish Dolphin Centre, 2pm. As Wed 16 Oct.

FRI 25 OCT THE GREAT GHOST TRAIN CRASH @ Ness Islands, 6.30–8.30pmThe Highland Council’s now traditional Halloween hoolie on Ness Islands: The Ghost Train has derailed on the Islands and all the scary ghosts have escaped. Bring your kids dressed to chill the ghosties and scare them away - we know they’re afraid of monsters, vampires, skeletons and zombies.As usual - loads of fun and spooks. Don’t miss - on both Fri and Sat night so no-one needs to miss out. See p10-11

HALLOWEEN LANTERN MAKING @ Scottish Dolphin Centre, 10am, 2pm. Transform a glass jar into a spooky lantern, ready for Halloween. Bring your own jar, large enough to fit a tealight inside and everything else is laid on! Drop in sessions between 10am-12pm and 2-4pm. £2 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

SAT 26 OCT

THE GREAT GHOST TRAIN CRASH @ Ness Islands, 6.30–8.30pm See Fri 25 Oct

WONDERFULLY WICKED & WEIRDLY WILD HALLOWEEN @ Brodie Castle, 3pm. Calling all wee witches and wizards - be thrilled, or maybe a little scared, at Brodie Castle’s Halloween Event. HALLOWEEN HORRORS PARTY @ Scottish Dolphin Centre, 6pm. Ghastly ghouls, devilish demons and spooky spectres await you in the Ice House. There will be games, music, fancy dress and pumpkin soup so come along and join the fun! £2 per child. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Booking is essential. 01343 820339

THU 31 OCT STICKY KIDS HALLOWE’EN SINGALONG @ Strathpeffer Pavilion, 10am. An action-packed singalong show for 2–7 year olds. Tickets £6 now on sale from Pavilion only. For group bookings please ring Yvonne at the Pavilion 01997 420124

FRI 01 NOV INNOCENCE @ Eden Court OneTouch, 11am & 2pm See main feature 12

Never let it be said that entertainment for kids doesn’t cover the cultural waterfront, as this month’s offerings demonstrate. On 12 & 13 OCT for example, in EDEN COURT’S JIM LOVE STUDIO, Scottish Opera are putting on SENSORYO which takes you on a train ride through the jungle to meet a friendly lion who sleeps under the stars. The set is inviting and tactile, with its unique audience in mind, and the show features a mix of live and recorded vocals and exciting percussive sounds to inspire the imagination and bring the adventure to life.

Without wanting to be too judgemental, we’re pretty sure the audience for the above would also be interested in INNOCENCE UNPLUGGED from SCOTTISH DANCE THEATRE at CRAIGMONIE CENTRE on SAT 19 OCT at 11am. An exciting opportunity for 0–7 year olds (and their adults!), to enter a realm of mystery, fun and adventure, it’s a unique performance playroom where the audience explore William Blake’s Songs of Innocence as children are invited to dance on an interactive journey of theatre, story and live music choreographed by Fleur Darkin.

Just as eagerly awaited, if a tad more populist is that latest visit to EDEN COURT by THE SINGING KETTLE with a show called RUMBLE IN THE JUNGLE running from 18–20 OCT. Much-loved Cilla has left the entourage, with Anya joining Gary and Kevin in the new line-up. As for the show itself, Bonzo the Dog causes pandemonium with his mischievous monkeying around as the intrepid explorers uncover hilarious surprises under thousands of funky ferns and behind every banana tree. This non-stop, ‘totally awesome’ safari adventure is your archetypal festival of fun for girls and boys of all ages. Remember - Come dressed as your favourite wild animal to sing along with the sounds of the jungle.

More kids features & events at: whatsonhighlands.com

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Inshes Adventure Park

Inshes Community Association (a company limited by guarantee) set up a year ago, chaired by former councillor Roy Pederson, to oversee plans to develop a high quality adventure and activity park at Inshes. They applied to both the Inverness Common Good Fund and the Sport Scotland ‘Active Places’ fund and have raised over £300,000 for this fi rst stage of the project.

This phase is now complete and the Fun Day Launch is the public’s fi rst chance to come and see the exciting new adventure park fi rst-hand.

There are a further two phases of this extensive and ambitious project planned - stretching from Sir Walter Scott Drive right up to Milton of Leys - which will ultimately result in a really extensive facility for the city. The council have already spent over £1m on infrastructure for the area. The belief is that the adventure play area - complete with climbing walls, parkour area and artifi cial pitches, etc, will act as a gateway into sport for many of the city’s young inhabitants.

Inshes Community Association proudly present:

FUN DAY LAUNCH EVENTSat 05 October, 11–3pm

BOUNCY CASTLE | INFLATABLE SLIDE | SEGWAYS INVERNESS CASTLE CLIMBING WALL | ZIP WIRE

SPACE NETS | FUN HIGHLAND GAMES Free bubbles and frisbees

(subject to availability)

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UK based but hailing from Bridgetown, Western Australia, EMILY BARKER is a compelling singer-songwriter, who with her band The Red Clay Halo blends classical, rock, country and folk infl uences rather nicely. She’s released four critically acclaimed albums, the latest being ‘Dear River’, played a string of sold-out UK dates, performed with Frank Turner at the London 2012 Olympics Opening Ceremony and written the award winning themes to hit BBC dramas Wallander and The Shadow Line. But what we wanted to know, is just which songs give her goosebumps? Here’s what she told us, ahead of her IRONWORKS gig on SAT 12 OCT:

� AUSTIN LUCAS - Fountain of YouthLast year I had the pleasure of touring with Chuck Ragan on his collaborative ‘Revival Tour’ involving four other singer-songwriters. During our 6 weeks together on the road we discovered all the musicians we already had in common, as well as those we which we hadn’t yet met but were bound to any day now due to the community having grown further through our friendships. Austin Lucas is one of these people. He’s toured and recorded with Chuck on numerous occasions so I got around to listening to his music and was completely blown away! This song is from the record ‘Somebody Loves You’ and sits amongst many other country gems. Beautiful, unique melodies and lyrics, gorgeous close harmonies, pedal steel and fi ddle. Can’t stop listening to this record.

� CRAZY ARM - RemembranceI recently met an incredible Devon-based punk band called Crazy Arm at Chagstock Festival. We’d heard of each other through the music grapevine thanks to both of us having toured with Frank Turner. Anyway, we swapped CDs as well as they gave me a copy of their forthcoming acoustic record ‘The Southern Wild’ (out 23rd Sept on Xtra Mile). I

particularly love the song ‘Remembrance’ with its Crosby,

Stills, Nash style harmony intro and I’m also a big sucker

for the major to minor chord change in there!

� THE NATIONAL - Don’t Swallow the Cap

I love The National’s new record ‘Trouble Will Find Me’.

Genius and obtuse lyrics, great melodies, different time

signatures, great production. I think this is my favourite

song on the album but ‘I Need My Girl’ is a close

contender!

� WILCO - Jesus, etc.

Wilco are one of those bands that friends have

recommended I listen to for years but for some reason

I’ve only just got around to it recently. This song kills me

with its stripped-back production and simple melody. It’s

the lyric “you were right about the stars” that got under my

skin instantly and everything just fell into place from there.

� LINDA THOMPSON - Day After Tomorrow

This is a Tom Waits cover from his album ‘Real Gone’

but I fi rst heard the Linda Thompson version on her

record ‘Versatile Heart’. Recently I was invited by Dermot

O’Leary to be a part of his ‘Choir of Angels’ collaboration

which involves going into the Maida Vale BBC studio and

recording a cover song to a theme. This session’s theme

was War Songs, so I chose ‘Day After Tomorrow’. The

lyrics make me cry every single time I hear them. It’s an

anti-war song in the form of a letter written by a soldier

back home to his family in America. “What I miss you

won’t believe, shovelling snow and raking leaves” - talking

of all the things he took for granted about home and family

and safety. Things which seem so vital when miles

away on a battle fi eld praying to see another day

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EMILY BARKER: What I’ve Been Listening To…Ironworks, Sat 12 Oct

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CLUBBINGCLASSICAL FOLK JAZZ/WORLD ROCK

There’s a major retro vibe to musical proceedings, even in ostensibly fresh new combos like BASTILLE [1] (IRONWORKS, 28 OCT) who seem to be particularly popular in Scotland for some reason, perhaps because they mix the kind of bouncy electropop that Calvin Harris does so well with unashamedly big choruses that wouldn’t have been out of place with the likes of Deacon Blue. It’s proving a successful formula, so much so that the gig is sold out, so your only hope is returns if you want to go.

STEVE MASON [2] (IRONWORKS, 24 OCT) has a hugely infl uential body of work with The Beta Band under his belt and hopefully he’ll reprise some of those glories at his gig, as well as demonstrating with his new stuff that he’s one of the most imaginative and unusual songwriters around, bringing real panache to the whole man-with-guitar thing.

It’s very much back to past glories for BAY CITY ROLLERS STORY [3] (EDEN COURT, 04 OCT), which isn’t some sort of theatrical analysis of teenybop, but in fact the new name for Rollers front man LES MCKEOWN’S touring enterprise. Litigation has obviously resulted in his chosen name for proceedings, but, rest assured, hits will come thick and fast and perhaps grandmothers in the audience will drag their tartan-hemmed trews from the back of the cupboard.

Sometimes, with line-up changes, it’s hard to tell when an original band ends and a tribute act begins, but THE DRIFTERS [4] (EDEN COURT, 03 OCT) and WISHBONE ASH [5] (IRONWORKS, 26 OCT) are, at least nominally, the real thing. Though you’ll get no less pleasure from a host of homages including THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES (STRATHPEFFER PAVILION, 02 OCT), LIVEWIRE AC/DC (IRONWORKS, 05 OCT), T–REXTASY (STRATHPEFFER PAVILION, 01 NOV) and ABBA PARTY NIGHT (EDEN COURT, 01 NOV).

And there are more competing claims to authenticity with THREE PHANTOMS [6] (EDEN COURT EMPIRE, 22/23 OCT) as a trio of performers who’ve played the titular role join a strong cast for a night of Lloyd Webber’s fi nest tunes, while LA SERENISSIMA [7] (EDEN COURT, 13 OCT) is as retro as it comes, being an evening of Vivaldi from the eighteenth century.

Perhaps best to end with a burst of something more modern, so we’ll heartily recommend Scotland’s fi nest young band FATHERSON [8] at IRONWORKS on 27 OCT, a special Mental Health Arts & Film Festival event at HOOTANANNY on 31 OCT featuring FURRY VENGEANCE [9], EVIL EDISON and LAST SUMMER EFFECT among others and the welcome return of the STATE OF GRACE club night at KARMA LOUNGE on 12 OCT, headlined by JAMIE ANDERSON [10].

> CLUBBING > CLASSICAL > FOLK > JAZZ/WORLD > ROCK > MORE… >

Looking Forward to Looking Back

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CLUBBINGCLASSICAL FOLK JAZZ/WORLD ROCK

There’s a major retro vibe to musical proceedings, even in ostensibly fresh new combos like BASTILLE [1] (IRONWORKS, 28 OCT) who seem to be particularly popular in Scotland for some reason, perhaps because they mix the kind of bouncy electropop that Calvin Harris does so well with unashamedly big choruses that wouldn’t have been out of place with the likes of Deacon Blue. It’s proving a successful formula, so much so that the gig is sold out, so your only hope is returns if you want to go.

STEVE MASON [2] (IRONWORKS, 24 OCT) has a hugely infl uential body of work with The Beta Band under his belt and hopefully he’ll reprise some of those glories at his gig, as well as demonstrating with his new stuff that he’s one of the most imaginative and unusual songwriters around, bringing real panache to the whole man-with-guitar thing.

It’s very much back to past glories for BAY CITY ROLLERS STORY [3] (EDEN COURT, 04 OCT), which isn’t some sort of theatrical analysis of teenybop, but in fact the new name for Rollers front man LES MCKEOWN’S touring enterprise. Litigation has obviously resulted in his chosen name for proceedings, but, rest assured, hits will come thick and fast and perhaps grandmothers in the audience will drag their tartan-hemmed trews from the back of the cupboard.

Sometimes, with line-up changes, it’s hard to tell when an original band ends and a tribute act begins, but THE DRIFTERS [4] (EDEN COURT, 03 OCT) and WISHBONE ASH [5] (IRONWORKS, 26 OCT) are, at least nominally, the real thing. Though you’ll get no less pleasure from a host of homages including THE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES (STRATHPEFFER PAVILION, 02 OCT), LIVEWIRE AC/DC (IRONWORKS, 05 OCT), T–REXTASY (STRATHPEFFER PAVILION, 01 NOV) and ABBA PARTY NIGHT (EDEN COURT, 01 NOV).

And there are more competing claims to authenticity with THREE PHANTOMS [6] (EDEN COURT EMPIRE, 22/23 OCT) as a trio of performers who’ve played the titular role join a strong cast for a night of Lloyd Webber’s fi nest tunes, while LA SERENISSIMA [7] (EDEN COURT, 13 OCT) is as retro as it comes, being an evening of Vivaldi from the eighteenth century.

Perhaps best to end with a burst of something more modern, so we’ll heartily recommend Scotland’s fi nest young band FATHERSON [8] at IRONWORKS on 27 OCT, a special Mental Health Arts & Film Festival event at HOOTANANNY on 31 OCT featuring FURRY VENGEANCE [9], EVIL EDISON and LAST SUMMER EFFECT among others and the welcome return of the STATE OF GRACE club night at KARMA LOUNGE on 12 OCT, headlined by JAMIE ANDERSON [10].

> CLUBBING > CLASSICAL > FOLK > JAZZ/WORLD > ROCK > MORE… >

Looking Forward to Looking Back

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CLASSICAL SUN 13 OCTLA SERENISSIMA : VIVALDI A TALE OF TWO SEASONS @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm. One of the UK’s leading historical performance ensembles. Directed by Adrian Chandler, the group specializes in the music of Antonio Vivaldi and his contemporaries.

TUE 15 OCTICM CONCERT SERIES: ATALANTA PIANO QUARTET @ Inverness Town House, 7.30pm. An exciting newly-formed ensemble that is taking the piano quartet world by storm, the members of the Atalanta Piano Quartet are Simon Lane (piano), Cecilia Bernardini (violin), Tom Hankey (viola) and Nathaniel Boyd (cello).

SAT 26 OCTINVERNESS CHORAL SOCIETY COFFEE MORNING @ Inverness Town House, 10am. Sheila Bruce on piano. 10am-noon.

SUN 03 NOVJAMIE MACDOUGALL - INSPIRATIONS @ Eden Court OneTouch, 3.30pm. Join Scottish tenor & BBC broadcaster Jamie MacDougall with accompanist Michael Barnett for an afternoon of

music and conversation. Many musical genres – classical & opera to traditional

Scots and pop.

CLUBBINGCLUBBING REGULARS> TUESDAYSTUESDAYS @ Aces, £1.50 on selected drinks and £5 fish bowls all night. With DJ till 3am.

> WEDNESDAYSSKINT AND BROKE @ VinylIN FOR A PENNY IN FOR A POUND… @ Miami With Dj Si Paul till 3am.NOW THAT’S WHAT I CALL WEDSESH @ AcesSOUNDCLASH SESSIONS @ Karma Lounge

> THURSDAYSLIFE’S TOO SHORT @ Mad Hatters,Them & Us Clubnight.THURSDAYS @ Aces

> FRIDAYSOLD SKOOL @ Miami Pop chart and party is the order of the night from the last 2 decades, open till 3 am.FRIDAYS @ Aces Aces bar goes all CLUBBED UP top club and chart tunesOLD SKOOL @ G’sFRIDAYS @ Vinyl, 9pmTICH MCCOOEY @ 3G’s Lounge, Alness

> SATURDAYSHOME… @ Miami Simon lost witness Paul presents all the best in commercial pop and dance. Doors open from 10.30pm till 3 am.PARTY TIME @ Aces 5pm With dj tiny tim till 3am

TICH MCCOOEY @ 3G’s Lounge, AlnessSATURDAYS @ G’sSATURDAYS @ Vinyl

> SUNDAYSSESH-ON @ Aces All the top tunes from now and then. With dj si paul till 3am.

FRI 27 SEPMARK KNIGHT @ UV Nightclub, 1pm.facebook.com/Audiolifeevents

SAT 12 OCTJAMIE ANDERSON @ Karma Lounge.Clubbing heavyweight.

TUE 01 OCTARE YOU COMING OUT TONIGHT? @ Aces, 9pm. Highlands’ Only LGBT night.

See whatsonhighlands.com for latest

FOLKTHU 26 SEPIAIN ANDERSON @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

FRI 27 SEPSCOTTISH ENSEMBLE @ Hootananny, 8.30pm

SCONE FAIRIES @ Hootananny, 10.30pm

SAT 28 SEPRIVERMAN ROD @ Pine Marten Bar, 7.30pm.

GARY INNES @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

TUE 01 OCTJAMIE MARSHALL @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

THU 03 OCTDANTE/ STEVE EAGLESHAM @ Hootananny, 9pm. dantemusic.com

FRI 04 OCTMATTHEW MACLENNAN @ Hootananny, 9.30pm. Award winning accordionist.

SAT 05 OCTBRIAN O hEADHRA @Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SUN 06 OCTGLUREN BIJ DE BUREN - PEEKING IN ON THE NEIGHBOURS @ Cromarty Various, 2pm. Traditional Scottish, American Blues, Classic and Contemporary music, Comedy sketches, Poetry - all in the comfort of someone else’s living room. Pick up a map and choose what you want, wandering the picturesque streets and vennels of Cromarty and ‘peeking in on the neighbours’. glurenbijdeburen.co.uk

TUE 08 OCTGRANTOWN OLD TYME DANCING @ Inverallan Church Hall, 7.50pm.

JOHN LANGAN BAND @ Hootananny, 9.30pm

WED 09 OCTSANDRA MACBETH @ Market Bar, 10pm.

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ALLY MACKENZIE @ Hootananny, 9.30pm

FRI 11 OCTSANDRA MACBETH @ Hootananny, 9.30pm

SAT 12 OCTBLAZIN’ IN BEAULY @ Beauly - Various.Fiddle classes, performance and more running to Sat 19 Oct, check online for details: blazininbeauly.com

BLAZIN’ IN BEAULY OPEN AIR CONCERT @ Beauly Village Square, 4pm. With Blazin’ Fiddles, pipe band and guests.blazininbeauly.com

ISLA GRANT @ Strathpeffer Pavilion, 8pm. Scottish country singer. islagrant.net

RODDY WOOMBLE @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 8pm.

SUN 13 OCTBLAZIN IN BEAULY BOTHY NIGHT @ Donald Fraser’s Bothy Above Beauly, 7pm. The organisers are taking over Donald Fraser’s Bothy in the hills above Beauly for a very special and unique experience reliving the horo-gheallaidhs of old. Featuring Blazin’ Fiddles and guests. blazininbeauly.com

BEN HESLING @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

WED 16 OCTRANT, SKIP GORMAN, ANGUS LYON AND RUARIDH CAMPBELL @ Phipps Hall Beauly, 8pm. Blazin in Beauly event. £15, blazininbeauly.com

THU 17 OCTTHE POOZIES @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm. Pioneers of unusual and exciting arrangements.

NICK HARPER/ DOREC-A-BELLE @ Mad Hatters, 8pm. harperspace.com

LUKE JACKSON @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

FRI 18 OCTBLAZIN’ FIDDLES CEILIDH DANCE @ Phipps Hall Beauly, 8pm. The Blazin’ in Beauly finale with the band who started it all – Blazin’ Fiddles. Expect high energy, and new sets from their forthcoming album. blazininbeauly.com

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SCHIEHALLION @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SUN 20 OCTLET’S BUY HAPPINESS @ Hootananny, 9.30pm. letsbuyhappiness.com

BEN HESLING @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

FRI 25 OCTHO-RO @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SUN 27 OCTCOLIN CLYNE @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

WED 30 OCTTHE RUA MACMILLAN BIG BAND @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm.

SAT 02 NOVALY BAIN, ALE MöLLER AND BRUCE MOLSKY @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm. Join Aly Bain, Scotland’s supreme traditional style fiddler, Swedish multi-instrumentalist Ale Möller and American old time fiddler, singer, guitarist and banjo player Bruce Molsky as they share and explore the traditional music of their respective Celtic, Nordic and Appalachian cultures.

REGULAR FOLK & ROCK NIGHTS: OCTTHE CREAKY DORES @ The Dores Inn Every Fri from 9SCHIEHALLION @ Gellions, Sat/ Sun, 5pm, Wed 9.30pmSCHIEHALLION @ The Waterfront, Thu, 8.30pmROBIN ABBOT @ Market Bar Every MonROBIN, BILLS & DEREK @ M’ket Bar Every ThursBILLY MORRISON @ Market Bar Tue 8FERGUS AND GREG @ Market Bar Wed 2, 16, 30TRADITIONAL SESSION @ Gellions Every Tue & ThuMUSIC SESSION @ Balconie Inn SunSTRATHPEFFER & DISTRICT PIPE BAND @ Strathpeffer Square, 8.30pm Every SatMEDICINE MUSIC SATURDAY SET @ The Greenhouse, DIngwall, 2pm Every SatWEEKLY SINGER/ SONGWRITER CLUB @ The Bothy, Hootanannys, 8.30pm Every Fri

JAZZ/WORLD SUN 13 OCTA TRIBUTE TO BILLY @ Eden Court, 2.30pm. With Stefan “Kos” Kocemba and Dave Blair. Tickets £8

SUN 20 OCTBLUE AND SENTIMENTAL @ Eden Court, 2.30pm. Presented by Blazz.Featuring late-of-London living loquacious guitar legend Anthony George Baxter.

FRI 25 OCTJAZZ TOONS AND SCREEN CLASSICS @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm. Get animated with The

Scottish National Jazz Orchestra directed by Tommy Smith. The whole family can enjoy the wackiest music from Toon Town with the bonus of screen gems from film and TV.

SUN 27 OCTMAMAS BRAND NEW BAG @ Hootananny, 9.30pm

ROCKTHU 26 SEPTIM BURGESS @ The Ironworks, 8pm.

CARNIVALE – MATT JOHNSTON @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

FRI 27 SEPBIRO @ The Mallard Bar, 9pm

NETSOUNDS TAKEOVER – CAMPFIRES IN WINTER/IT GIRL @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

RM HUBBERT @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

THE SIGNAL @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SAT 28 SEPAKORD/MOUNTAINS UNDER THE OCEANS/CULANN @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

NAKED RED @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

THE MYSTIC SHOES @ Mad Hatters, 11pm.

SUN 29 SEPMARK MORRISS @ Mad Hatters, 8pmBluetones singer Mark Morriss always had a deft way with melodic, literate pop. He’s well worth catching live, as much for his witty repartee with the audience as for his lovely songs. Recommended.

THE HOSTILES @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.Formed in Ayr in 2001, The Hostiles capture the upbeat energy of US west coast ska punk in the less-sunny climes of west coast Scotland. thehostiles.co.uk

THEO DEFEATIST @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

MON 30 SEPEMMA’S IMAGINATION @ Ironworks, 7.30pm

ROBIN ABBOT @ The Market Bar, 9pm.

WED 02 OCTTHE MAGIC OF THE BEATLES @ Strathpeffer Pavilion, 8pm. Beatles cover band. Golden Anniversary tour, celebrating 50 years of No. 1 hits.

THU 03 OCTTHE DRIFTERS IN CONCERT 60TH ANNIVERSARY DIAMOND DYNASTY TOUR 2013 @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm.Soul legends who could well be playing under

the same name in another 60 years time.Immortal, we tells yer.

FRI 04 OCTTHE BAY CITY ROLLERS STORY @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm. Not a play, but in fact the new name for Rollers front man Les McKeown’s touring enterprise. As the above suggests, the band’s post-teenybop career has not been without litigation, but Les is here to remind us of just how many classic pop songs they came out with.

MORE THAN CONQUERERS/SPOTLIGHT KID @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

THE GALIPAYGOS @ Market Bar, 10pm.

SAT 05 OCTFOR THOSE ABOUT TO ROCK FEAT LIVEWIRE AC/DC AND THE ZZ-TOPS @ The Ironworks, 7pm. Tribute frenzy.

DANIEL O’DONNELL @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm. Up there with Bono as the most famous Irish singer of the past fifty years.

LADY MISS EMMA @ Tipsy Laird, 10pm.

STETSONHEAD @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

MIRIAM CAMPBELL @ Market Bar, 10pm.

SUN 06 OCTDANIEL O’DONNELL @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm. As Sat 05 Oct.

CHARLIE’S RANCH @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.myspace.com/charliesranch

THIS SILENT FOREST @ Mad Hatters, 10pm

THU 10 OCTEMERALD ARMADA @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

FRI 11 OCTBLUESWATER @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.theblueswater.bandcamp.com

NEON KNIGHTS @ The Market Bar, 10pm.reverbnation.com/neonknightsinverness

SAT 12 OCTEMILY BARKER AND THE RED CLAY HALO @ The Ironworks, 7.30pm. See p20

TED CHRISTOPHER @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

THE FIRE AND I @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.facebook.com/thefireandi

NAKED RED @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SUN 13 OCTURVANOVIC @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.urvanovic.bandcamp.com

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MON 14 OCTKOJACK @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

THU 17 OCTFRASER ROSS @ The Market Bar, 10pm.myspace.com/fraserrossmusic

FRI 18 OCTGRZEGORZ KUPCZYK’S CETI @ The Ironworks, 7.30pm. The Polish music master and his band tour Scotland for the first time.

JUNEBUG/BRO AND THE BOYS/HOLY GHOSTS @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

JAMES MACKENZIE @ Market Bar, 10pm.

SAT 19 OCTCAPTAIN TOM @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

SEARCHING FOR DONKEYS @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SUN 20 OCTAMIDSHIPS/DEEP RED SKY @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

TUE 22 OCTDYLAN TIERNEY @ The Market Bar, 10pm.reverbnation.com/dylantierney

THU 24 OCTSTEVE MASON @ The Ironworks, 8pm. Ex Beta Band man with an impressive solo career comes to Inverness.stevemasontheartist.com

DAVY COWAN @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

FRI 25 OCTTAKEOVER – ST. MAX AND THE FANATICS @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

STETSONHEAD @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SAT 26 OCTWISHBONE ASH @ The Ironworks, 7.30pm. Pioneers of the twin-guitar rock that influenced groups from Thin Lizzy to Iron Maiden.

HIGHLAND SKALLOWEEN WITH BOMBSKARE @ Bogbain Farm, Bringing a bit of Skalloween to Bogbain is Bombskare, Scotland’s 9-man ska juggernaut, who have been tearing up stages the length

and breadth of the British Isles.

SKALLOWEEN WITH ESPERENZA @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

FATHERSON @ The Arch Inn, 8pm.Kilmarnock’s finest, back in their newly adopted Highland territory.

THE MYSTIC SHOES @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SUN 27 OCTFATHERSON @ The Ironworks, 8pm.The Kilmarnock combo continue their mission to become adopted Highlanders by returning to the Ness.

GUTLOCKER/ SEED OF SORROW @ Mad Hatters, 10pm.

MON 28 OCTBASTILLE @ The Ironworks, 8pm. London band with unashamedly big sound.

THU 31 OCTSCOTTISH MENTAL HEALTH ARTS AND FILM FESTIVAL @ Hootananny, 9.30pm. Halloween special with all proceeds from the door money going to Birchwood Highland. Furry Vengeance, Evil Edison, Last Summer Effect, Georgio ‘the Dove’ Valentiono and his band La Societe des Melancoliques, All The Colors and More TBA...

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SUNSHINE ON LEITH (PG)FRI 04 – THU24OCTFRIENDSCOFFEEMORNINGMON 07 OCT 11.30DREAM&SCREAM TUE 08 OCT 11.00SUBTITLEDSCREENINGSWED 09 OCT 17.45 &MON 21 OCT 20.15

DirectorDexter Fletcher I StarringGeorgeMackay, KevinGuthrie

UK I 2013 I 100minsBack in 2009, Sunshine on Leith – the sensational, heartfeltmusical set to themusic of The Proclaimers –took to the EdenCourt stage. Six years onwe are delighted to see a firm favourite of oursmake it on tothe big screen. The film follows the story of friends Davy and Ally as they return fromAfghanistan andstruggle to adapt to life outside the army. Starring PeterMullan and JaneHorrocks.

AIN’T THEM BODIES SAINTS (15)FRI 11 – THU 17OCTDREAM&SCREAMSCREENING TUE 15 OCT 11.00

DirectorDavid Lowery I StarringRooneyMara, CaseyAffleck

USA I 2013 I 97mins I facebook.com/AintThemBodiesSaintsSet in 1970s Texas, this atmospheric thriller follows two lawless-lovers, Bob andRuth.When a heist goeswrongBob takes the rap and is sent to jail. Four years later he escapes fromprison and sets out across theTexas hills to reunitewith hiswife and the daughter he has nevermet.

FILTH (18)FRI 18 – THU 24OCT

Director JonS.Baird I Starring JamesMcAvoy, JamieBell

UK I 2013 I 97mins I filthmovie.co.ukDetective Sergeant Bruce Robertsonwants a promotion. He is clearly the bestman for the job – the restof his colleagues are just idiots. But is life that simple? Is Bruce really theman he thinks he is? JamesMcAvoy stars as an alcoholic, drug-addicted policeman investigating amurder case on the streets ofEdinburgh during Christmas time. An outrageous adaptation of IrvineWelsh’s novel of the same name.

NOT ANOTHER HAPPY ENDING (15 TBC)FRI 25 OCT – TUE 05NOVDREAM&SCREAMSCREENING THU 31 OCT 11.00

Director JohnMcKay I StarringKarenGillan, StanleyWeber

UK I 2013 I 98mins I notanotherhappyending.comThis Scottish rom-comsees EdenCourt Ambassador KarenGillan play Jane Lockhart, a strugglingGlasgow-basedwriter working on her second novel. Jane is riding high after the success of her firstnovel, but her publisher discovers this newfound happiness has given herwriter’s block. Hemust nowfindways tomake hermiserable if she is ever going to complete her second book.

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TICKET PRICESAll Tickets pre 5.00pm £7.00Adults (over 18) £8.00Adult Concession £7.50Under 18’s & Students £5.00 at all timesEden Court Friends £1.00 offProgrammer’s Choice:Buy for all threeProgrammer’sChoicefilmsandget £1.00 off each

EXCLUSIVE SCREENINGS FOR EDEN COURT FRIENDSFriendsCoffeeMorning–MON7OCTSunshineOnLeith (PG)Film starts 11.30am–Coffee served from10.30am

DREAMANDSCREAM Specially for parents and carers of new babies aged 0–12months.Look out forDream&Scream on individual screenings.

AUDIODESCRIBED&SUBTITLEDFILMSWe endeavour to offer as wide a range of accessible film screenings aspossible. When a film ismarked “AD” thismeans that Audio Description is available via a headset for all screenings(please ask box office for your headset). When a film ismarked “S” thismeans there will be a selected Subtitledscreening/screenings. Subtitled Screenings will be highlighted on the timetable and below the film entry.

AUTISMFRIENDLYSCREENINGSWhen a film ismarked ‘AF’ thismeans that there will be an Autism FriendlyScreening of this film. These screenings are especially for people on the autistic spectrum and their families,friends and carers. During these shows low lights are left on in the auditorium and the volume of the soundtrackis reduced. It is fine for customers tomove around,make noise or take a break during the film.

OCT 2013Tue0111.30 Any DayNow14.15 TheWay,Way Back19.15 TheKillers InFiFa19.45 Rush

Wed0211.30 Rush19.15 TheWay,Way Back19.30 Any DayNow

Thu0311.00 TheWay,Way Back

Dream&Scream14.00 Rush18.00 WeNeed To Talk About Kevin

SMHAFF18.15 TheWay,Way Back20.30 Rush20.45 Any DayNow

Fri 0418.00 Sunshine On Leith18.15 Diana20.15 Sunshine On Leith20.30 Citadel

Sat 0511.00 Sunshine On Leith14.00 Sunshine On Leith14.15 Diana17.30 Sunshine On Leith20.00 Sunshine On Leith

Sun0612.00 Sunshine On Leith13.30 The ThirdManCityScapes14.30 Sunshine On Leith17.00 Citadel17.15 Sunshine On Leith19.00 NT Live: Othello Encore19.15 Diana19.45 Sunshine On Leith

Mon0711.30 Sunshine On Leith

FriendsCoffeeMorning18.00 Sunshine On Leith18.15 Diana20.15 Sunshine On Leith20.30 Citadel

Tue0811.00 Sunshine On Leith

Dream&Scream14.00 Diana17.45 Sunshine On Leith18.00 Silence20.00 Diana20.15 Sunshine On Leith

Wed0911.30 Diana17.45 Sunshine On Leith Subtitled18.00 TheBest ExoticMarigold Hotel

Luminate20.15 Sunshine On Leith20.30 Diana

Thu1011.30 Sunshine On Leith14.00 Sunshine On Leith18.15 Diana20.30 Sunshine On Leith20.45 Silence

Fri 1118.00 Sunshine On Leith18.15 MuseumHours20.15 Sunshine On Leith20.30 Ain't ThemBodies Saints

Sat 1211.15 TheMortal Instruments:

City Of Bones12.00 Sunshine On Leith14.00 TheMortal Instruments:

City Of Bones14.15 Sunshine On Leith17.30 Sunshine On Leith17.45 MuseumHours20.00 Sunshine On Leith20.15 Ain't ThemBodies Saints

Sun1311.15 TheMortal Instruments:


City Of Bones14.30 Sunshine On Leith17.00 Sunshine On Leith17.15 Ain't ThemBodies Saints19.30 Sunshine On Leith19.45 Videodrome SMHAFF

Mon1418.00 Sunshine On Leith18.15 MuseumHours20.15 Sunshine On Leith20.30 Ain't ThemBodies Saints

Tue1511.00 Ain't ThemBodies Saint

Dream&Scream14.00 Sunshine On Leith19.15 Chinatown InFiFa19.45 Sunshine On Leith

Wed1611.30 Sunshine On Leith17.00 Ain't ThemBodies Saints19.15 Scarecrow SMHAFF19.45 Sunshine On Leith

Thu1711.30 Ain't ThemBodies Saints14.00 Sunshine On Leith18.00 Ain't ThemBodies Saints18.15 Sunshine On Leith20.15 Thrillseekers Adventure

FilmFestival 201320.30 Sunshine On Leith

Fri 1818.00 The Artist And TheModel18.15 Filth20.15 BhaagMilkha Bhaag20.30 Sunshine On Leith

Sat 1913.30 The Private Life of

SherlockHolmes16.30 BhaagMilkha Bhaag17.00 Sunshine On Leith19.15 Filth20.30 The Artist And TheModel21.30 Bad TimingCityScapes

Sun2013.30 This IsMartin Bonner

Luminate16.30 The Artist And TheModel17.00 Filth19.00 BhaagMilkha Bhaag19.15 Sunshine On Leith

Mon2118.00 Sunshine On Leith18.15 The Artist And TheModel20.15 Sunshine On Leith Subtitled20.30 Filth

Tue2211.30 Filth14.00 The Artist And TheModel16.00 Sunshine On Leith19.00 NT Live Hamlet Encore20.30 Take Shelter SMHAFF

Wed2311.30 Sunshine On Leith14.00 Sunshine On Leith19.15 Filth19.45 Sunshine On Leith

Thu2411.30 Sunshine On Leith14.00 Filth18.00 Filth18.15 Sunshine On Leith20.15 Thrillseekers Adventure

FilmFestival 201320.30 RevancheCityScapes

Fri 2518.00 Blue Jasmine18.15 Not Another Happy Ending20.15 Hannah Arendt20.30 In AWorld...

Sat 2613.45 Hanna Arendt14.15 Not Another Happy Ending18.15 In AWorld...20.30 Blue Jasmine

Sun2713.00 Blue Jasmine13.30 In AWorld...17.00 Blue Jasmine17.15 Hanna Arendt19.15 Not Another Happy Ending19.45 The Piano TeacherCityScapes

Mon2818.00 Hawking18.15 Blue Jasmine20.15 Hannah Arendt20.30 Not Another Happy Ending

Tue2911.30 Hawking18.00 Not Another Happy Ending19.15 Gilda InFiFa20.15 Blue Jasmine

Wed3011.30 Hanna Arendt14.00 Not Another Happy Ending18.00 In AWorld...19.15 Blue Jasmine Subtitled20.00 Hawking

Thu31Oct11.00 Not Another Happy Ending

Dream&Scream14.00 Blue Jasmine18.00 Not Another Happy Ending18.15 Hawking20.15 Thrillseekers Adventure

FilmFestival 201320.30 Halloween

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CITADEL (15)FRI 04&SUN06&MON07OCTDirectorCiaranFoy

StarringAneurinBarnard, JamesCosmo

UK I 2012 I 83minsfacebook.com/citadelfilmInspired by a brutal attack the director experiencedwhenhewas eighteen, atmospheric horrorCitadeltells the story of young father Tommywhohas beeninflictedwith chronic agoraphobia sincewitnessinga brutal attack on hiswife. Trapped in the dilapidatedsuburbia of Edenstown, he finds himself terrorisedby the samegangwhonowseem intent on takinghis baby daughter.

DIANA (12A)FRI 04 – THU 10OCTDirectorOliverHirschbiegelStarringNaomiWatts,NaveenAndrewsUK I 2013 I 113minsDiana focuses on the final two years of thePrincess ofWales’ life. By themid-nineties she had become themost famouswoman in theworld and after a verypublic divorce thePrincess embarked uponwhat is tobe her last great love affair, whilst being hounded bythemedia. From the director of theOscar-nominatedDownfall.

THRILLSEEKERS ADVENTUREFILM FESTIVAL 2013THU 17, THU 24&THU 31OCTDirectors Various

95mins I 95mins I 85minsThe Thrillseekers Adventure FilmFestival is back forthree nights screening three different programmes ofthe very best in extreme sports and adventure films.Come and experience an evening of adrenalin-pumping action through a selection of films thatcelebrate pushingmind and body to the limits.Fordetailsoneachevening’s line-uppleasevisitadventurefest.co.uk

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CITYSCAPES: VIENNATHE THIRD MAN (PG) SUN06OCTDirectorCarolReed I StarringOrsonWelles, JosephCotten I UK/USA I 1949 I 104mins

MUSEUMHOURS (12A) FRI 11, SAT 12&MON14OCTDirector JemCohen I StarringMaryMargaretO'Hara, BobbySommer I Austria/USA I 2012 I 107mins I German andEnglishwith subtitles I museumhoursfilm.comAViennamuseumguard befriends an enigmatic Canadian tourist and together they explore their lives, the city and theways artworks reflect and shape theworld.

BADTIMING (18) SAT 19 OCTDirectorNicolasRoegStarringArtGarfunkel, TheresaRussell, HarveyKeitel I UK I 1980 I 117mins

REVANCHE (15) THU 24OCTDirectorGötzSpielmann I Starring JohannesKrisch, IrinaPotapenko I Austria I 2008 I 119mins I German andRussianwith subtitles

THEPIANOTEACHER LAPIANISTE (18) SUN27OCTDirectorMichaelHanekeStarring IsabelleHuppert, BenoîtMagimel I Austria/France/Germany I 2001 I 128mins I French andGermanwith subtitles

SILENCE (PG)TUE 08&THU 10OCTDirectorPatCollins

StarringEoghanMacGiollaBhrídeIreland/Germany I 2012 I 87minssilencefilm.iePat Collins’ film follows a sound recordist as hewanders around a remote part of Donegalattempting to record landscapes free fromman-madenoise. Navigating a unique path betwixtfiction and documentary, this film is by turnshaunting and utterly beguiling.

THE PRIVATE LIFE OFSHERLOCK HOLMES (PG)SAT 19 OCTDirectorBillyWilder

StarringRobertStephens,ColinBlakely

UK I 1970 I 120minsScreening aspart of theYear ofNatural Scotland.When SherlockHolmes takes on the case of amissing engineer his search leads him to LochNessand the legendarymonster.Tickets £5.00 / £4.00

NT LIVE:OTHELLO ENCORE (CERT TBC)

SUN06OCTDirectorNicholasHytner

StarringAdrianLester, RoryKinnear150mins approxTheNational Theatre presents amajor newproduction ofWilliamShakespeare’s celebratedplay about the destructive power of jealousy.Olivier Award-winning actor Adrian Lester (HenryV at theNational Theatre, BBC’sHustle) takes thetitle role.

THE MORTALINSTRUMENTS:CITY OF BONES (12A)SAT 12&SUN13OCT

DirectorHarald Zwart

Starring Lily Collins, JamieCampbell BowerUSA/Germany I 2013 I 130minsthemortalinstrumentsmovie.comSet in contemporaryNewYork.When ordinary teenClary starts seeing strange things she discovers shedescends froma long line ofwarriorswho protectourworld fromdemons. Action packed adaption ofthe first novel of the bestsellingMortal Instrumentsseries.

HALLOWEEN (18)THU 31OCTDirector JohnCarpenter

StarringDonaldPleasence, JamieLeeCurtisUSA I 1978 I 90minsApsychoticmurderer institutionalized sincechildhood for themurder of his sister, escapes andstalks a bookish teenage girl and her friendswhilehis doctor hunts himdown.

INVERNESS FILM FANS(INFIFA) SCREENINGS

Inverness FilmFans (InFiFa)meet fortnightly atEdenCourt Cinema for screenings and post filmdiscussions. The screenings are open to everyone.Formore details about forthcoming events and howto join InFiFa visit:www.invernessfilmfans.org

FEMME FATALES SEASONTHE KILLERS (PG)TUE 01OCTUSA I 1946 I 103minsDirector:Robert SiodmakStarring:AvaGardner, Burt Lancaster

CHINATOWN (15)TUE 15OCTUSA I 1974 I 130minsDirector:RomanPolanskiStarring:FayeDunaway, JackNicholson

GILDA (PG)TUE 29OCTUSA I 1946 I 110minsDirector:Charles VidorStarring:RitaHayworth, GlennFord

PROGRAMMER’S CHOICEHANNAH ARENDT (12A)FRI 25 –MON28&WED30OCT

DirectorMargarethe vonTrotta

StarringBarbaraSukowa, JanetMcTeer

Germany/Luxembourg/France I 2012 I113mins

German, French, English&Hebrewwith subtitlesBiopic of the influential philosopher and politicaltheorist HannahArendt. In 1961, after attending thetrial of Nazi Adolf Eichmann in Jerusalem, Arendtshook theworldwith her now-famous concept ofthe ‘banality of evil’ as she dared towrite about theHolocaust in termsno one had ever heard before.WinnerofBestActress&Filmat the2013GermanFilmAwards.

THE WAY, WAY BACK (12A)TUE 01 – THU 03OCTDREAM&SCREAM SCREENING THU 03OCT 11.00

DirectorsNatFaxon, JimRash

StarringSamRockwell, SteveCarell

USA I 2013 I 103minsfacebook.com/TheWayWayBack14 year old introvert Duncan finally begins to find hisplace in theworldwhen hemakes an unexpectedfriend during his summer holidays. Directed by theOscarwinningwriters of TheDescendents and fromthe studio that brought you LittleMiss Sunshine andJuno comes this funny and poignant coming-of-agestory.

PROGRAMMER’S CHOICETHE ARTIST & THE MODELEL ARTISTA Y LA MODELO (12A)FRI 18 – TUE 22OCT

Director FernandoTrueba

Starring JeanRochefort, AidaFolch

Spain/France I 2012 I 105minsFrench, Catalan andSpanishwith subtitleselartistaylamodelo.com (Foreign LanguageWebsite)

Newly restored and re-released, this tale of 1950sCalcutta still feels sharply relevant. Life at homechanges for amiddle-class housewife fromaconservative familywhen she gets a job as asalesperson.

BLUE JASMINE (12A)FRI 25 – THU 31OCTDirectorWoodyAllen

StarringCateBlanchett, AlecBaldwin, SallyHawkins

USA I 2013 I 98minssonyclassics.com/bluejasmineJasmine is a sophisticated, elegant New York socialite. But when her husband is convicted ofgrand larceny everything in her life falls to pieces and she is forced to adapt to living in a poor SanFrancisco district with her sister. Cate Blanchett takes the lead inWoody Allen’s brilliant newdrama.

NT LIVE:HAMLET ENCORE (12A)

TUE 22OCTDirectorNicholasHytner

StarringRoryKinnear, RuthNegga150mins approxNational Theatre Live’s 2010 broadcast ofHamlet,withRory Kinnear in the title role, returns tocinemas as part of theNational Theatre's 50thanniversary celebrations. ThisNovember don’tmissNTLive’s Frankenstein and TheHabit of Art.

BHAAGMILKHABHAAG (12A)FRI 18 – SUN20OCT

DirectorRakeyshOmprakashMehraStarring FarhanAkhtar, SonamKapoorIndia I 2013 I 189mins plus interval

Hindi with subtitles

bhaagmilkhabhaag.comThis is the incredible true story ofworld championrunner andOlympian,Milkha Singh.Milkha, betterknownas the ‘Flying Sikh’, overcame themassacreof his family, a civil war during the India-Pakistanpartition and homelessness to becomeone of India’smost iconic athletes.

HAWKING (PG)MON28 – THU 31OCTDirector StephenFinnigan

StarringStephenHawkingUK I 2013 I 91minsvertigofilms.com/hawkingThis intimate and inspiring documentary givesunprecedented personal access to theworld’smost famous living scientist as StephenHawkingtells his life story in his ownwords.

SCOTTISH MENTAL HEALTHARTS AND FILM FESTIVALWE NEED TO TALK ABOUT KEVIN (15)THU 03OCTDirector LynneRamsay I Starring TildaSwintonUK/USA I 2011 I 112mins I weneedtotalkaboutkevin.co.ukLynneRamsey's adaptation of the celebrated novel by Lionel Shriver.

VIDEODROME (18) SUN13OCTDirectorDavidCronenberg I Starring JamesWoodsCanada I 1983 I 84minsAn exploration of dangerous sexuality and technologicalobsession fromDavid Cronenberg.

SCARECROW (18)WED16OCTDirector JerrySchatzbergStarringGeneHackman,Al PacinoUSAI 1973 I 112minsA tale of an intense, newfound friendship formedbetween two lowlyvagabonds,Max andLion.

TAKE SHELTER (15) TUE 22OCTDirector JeffNicholsStarringMichael ShannonUSA I 2011 I 116mins I sonyclassics.com/takeshelterMichael Shannon stars as a familymanplagued by a seriesof apocalyptic visions in this haunting psychological thriller.

Ticket price £4.00 / £2.00 concession

LUMINATETHE BEST EXOTICMARIGOLD HOTEL (12A)WED09OCTUK/USA I 2011 I 123minsDirector: JohnMaddenStarring: JudiDench, Bill Nighy

THIS IS MARTIN BONNER(Cert TBC)SUN20OCTUSA I 2013 I 83mins I martinbonner.comDirector:ChadHartiganStarring:Paul EenhoornAwarmand perceptivemeditation onfriendship, human connection and gettinga second chance at life.

PROGRAMMER’S CHOICEIN A WORLD... (15)FRI 25 – SUN27&WED30OCTDirector LakeBell I Starring LakeBell, DemetriMartin

USA I 2013 I93mins I inaworldmovie.comSamSoto is the reigning king ofmovie voiceovers. His daughter Carol is a stuggling vocal coachwhodreamsof stepping into his shoes.When she strikes it big in the cutthroatworld ofmovie-trailervoiceovers she finds herself in direct competitionwith her father. LakeBell stars in her first filmaswriter and director.



CITADEL (15)FRI 04&SUN06&MON07OCTDirectorCiaranFoy

StarringAneurinBarnard, JamesCosmo

UK I 2012 I 83minsfacebook.com/citadelfilmInspired by a brutal attack the director experiencedwhenhewas eighteen, atmospheric horrorCitadeltells the story of young father Tommywhohas beeninflictedwith chronic agoraphobia sincewitnessinga brutal attack on hiswife. Trapped in the dilapidatedsuburbia of Edenstown, he finds himself terrorisedby the samegangwhonowseem intent on takinghis baby daughter.

DIANA (12A)FRI 04 – THU 10OCTDirectorOliverHirschbiegelStarringNaomiWatts,NaveenAndrewsUK I 2013 I 113minsDiana focuses on the final two years of thePrincess ofWales’ life. By themid-nineties she had become themost famouswoman in theworld and after a verypublic divorce thePrincess embarked uponwhat is tobe her last great love affair, whilst being hounded bythemedia. From the director of theOscar-nominatedDownfall.

THRILLSEEKERS ADVENTUREFILM FESTIVAL 2013THU 17, THU 24&THU 31OCTDirectors Various

95mins I 95mins I 85minsThe Thrillseekers Adventure FilmFestival is back forthree nights screening three different programmes ofthe very best in extreme sports and adventure films.Come and experience an evening of adrenalin-pumping action through a selection of films thatcelebrate pushingmind and body to the limits.Fordetailsoneachevening’s line-uppleasevisitadventurefest.co.uk

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CITYSCAPES: VIENNATHE THIRD MAN (PG) SUN06OCTDirectorCarolReed I StarringOrsonWelles, JosephCotten I UK/USA I 1949 I 104mins

MUSEUMHOURS (12A) FRI 11, SAT 12&MON14OCTDirector JemCohen I StarringMaryMargaretO'Hara, BobbySommer I Austria/USA I 2012 I 107mins I German andEnglishwith subtitles I museumhoursfilm.comAViennamuseumguard befriends an enigmatic Canadian tourist and together they explore their lives, the city and theways artworks reflect and shape theworld.

BADTIMING (18) SAT 19 OCTDirectorNicolasRoegStarringArtGarfunkel, TheresaRussell, HarveyKeitel I UK I 1980 I 117mins

REVANCHE (15) THU 24OCTDirectorGötzSpielmann I Starring JohannesKrisch, IrinaPotapenko I Austria I 2008 I 119mins I German andRussianwith subtitles

THEPIANOTEACHER LAPIANISTE (18) SUN27OCTDirectorMichaelHanekeStarring IsabelleHuppert, BenoîtMagimel I Austria/France/Germany I 2001 I 128mins I French andGermanwith subtitles

SILENCE (PG)TUE 08&THU 10OCTDirectorPatCollins

StarringEoghanMacGiollaBhrídeIreland/Germany I 2012 I 87minssilencefilm.iePat Collins’ film follows a sound recordist as hewanders around a remote part of Donegalattempting to record landscapes free fromman-madenoise. Navigating a unique path betwixtfiction and documentary, this film is by turnshaunting and utterly beguiling.

THE PRIVATE LIFE OFSHERLOCK HOLMES (PG)SAT 19 OCTDirectorBillyWilder

StarringRobertStephens,ColinBlakely

UK I 1970 I 120minsScreening aspart of theYear ofNatural Scotland.When SherlockHolmes takes on the case of amissing engineer his search leads him to LochNessand the legendarymonster.Tickets £5.00 / £4.00

NT LIVE:OTHELLO ENCORE (CERT TBC)

SUN06OCTDirectorNicholasHytner

StarringAdrianLester, RoryKinnear150mins approxTheNational Theatre presents amajor newproduction ofWilliamShakespeare’s celebratedplay about the destructive power of jealousy.Olivier Award-winning actor Adrian Lester (HenryV at theNational Theatre, BBC’sHustle) takes thetitle role.

THE MORTALINSTRUMENTS:CITY OF BONES (12A)SAT 12&SUN13OCT

DirectorHarald Zwart

Starring Lily Collins, JamieCampbell BowerUSA/Germany I 2013 I 130minsthemortalinstrumentsmovie.comSet in contemporaryNewYork.When ordinary teenClary starts seeing strange things she discovers shedescends froma long line ofwarriorswho protectourworld fromdemons. Action packed adaption ofthe first novel of the bestsellingMortal Instrumentsseries.

HALLOWEEN (18)THU 31OCTDirector JohnCarpenter

StarringDonaldPleasence, JamieLeeCurtisUSA I 1978 I 90minsApsychoticmurderer institutionalized sincechildhood for themurder of his sister, escapes andstalks a bookish teenage girl and her friendswhilehis doctor hunts himdown.

INVERNESS FILM FANS(INFIFA) SCREENINGS

Inverness FilmFans (InFiFa)meet fortnightly atEdenCourt Cinema for screenings and post filmdiscussions. The screenings are open to everyone.Formore details about forthcoming events and howto join InFiFa visit:www.invernessfilmfans.org

FEMME FATALES SEASONTHE KILLERS (PG)TUE 01OCTUSA I 1946 I 103minsDirector:Robert SiodmakStarring:AvaGardner, Burt Lancaster

CHINATOWN (15)TUE 15OCTUSA I 1974 I 130minsDirector:RomanPolanskiStarring: FayeDunaway, JackNicholson

GILDA (PG)TUE 29OCTUSA I 1946 I 110minsDirector:Charles VidorStarring:RitaHayworth, GlennFord

PROGRAMMER’S CHOICEHANNAH ARENDT (12A)FRI 25 –MON28&WED30OCT

DirectorMargarethe vonTrotta

StarringBarbaraSukowa, JanetMcTeer

Germany/Luxembourg/France I 2012 I113mins

German, French, English&Hebrewwith subtitlesBiopic of the influential philosopher and politicaltheorist HannahArendt. In 1961, after attending thetrial of Nazi Adolf Eichmann in Jerusalem, Arendtshook theworldwith her now-famous concept ofthe ‘banality of evil’ as she dared towrite about theHolocaust in termsno one had ever heard before.WinnerofBestActress&Filmat the2013GermanFilmAwards.

THE WAY, WAY BACK (12A)TUE 01 – THU 03OCTDREAM&SCREAM SCREENING THU 03OCT 11.00

DirectorsNatFaxon, JimRash

StarringSamRockwell, SteveCarell

USA I 2013 I 103minsfacebook.com/TheWayWayBack14 year old introvert Duncan finally begins to find hisplace in theworldwhen hemakes an unexpectedfriend during his summer holidays. Directed by theOscarwinningwriters of TheDescendents and fromthe studio that brought you LittleMiss Sunshine andJuno comes this funny and poignant coming-of-agestory.

PROGRAMMER’S CHOICETHE ARTIST & THE MODELEL ARTISTA Y LA MODELO (12A)FRI 18 – TUE 22OCT

Director FernandoTrueba

Starring JeanRochefort, AidaFolch

Spain/France I 2012 I 105minsFrench, Catalan andSpanishwith subtitleselartistaylamodelo.com (Foreign LanguageWebsite)

Newly restored and re-released, this tale of 1950sCalcutta still feels sharply relevant. Life at homechanges for amiddle-class housewife fromaconservative familywhen she gets a job as asalesperson.

BLUE JASMINE (12A)FRI 25 – THU 31OCTDirectorWoodyAllen

StarringCateBlanchett, AlecBaldwin, SallyHawkins

USA I 2013 I 98minssonyclassics.com/bluejasmineJasmine is a sophisticated, elegant New York socialite. But when her husband is convicted ofgrand larceny everything in her life falls to pieces and she is forced to adapt to living in a poor SanFrancisco district with her sister. Cate Blanchett takes the lead inWoody Allen’s brilliant newdrama.

NT LIVE:HAMLET ENCORE (12A)

TUE 22OCTDirectorNicholasHytner

StarringRoryKinnear, RuthNegga150mins approxNational Theatre Live’s 2010 broadcast ofHamlet,withRory Kinnear in the title role, returns tocinemas as part of theNational Theatre's 50thanniversary celebrations. ThisNovember don’tmissNTLive’s Frankenstein and TheHabit of Art.

BHAAGMILKHABHAAG (12A)FRI 18 – SUN20OCT

DirectorRakeyshOmprakashMehraStarring FarhanAkhtar, SonamKapoorIndia I 2013 I 189mins plus interval

Hindi with subtitles

bhaagmilkhabhaag.comThis is the incredible true story ofworld championrunner andOlympian,Milkha Singh.Milkha, betterknownas the ‘Flying Sikh’, overcame themassacreof his family, a civil war during the India-Pakistanpartition and homelessness to becomeone of India’smost iconic athletes.

HAWKING (PG)MON28 – THU 31OCTDirector StephenFinnigan

StarringStephenHawkingUK I 2013 I 91minsvertigofilms.com/hawkingThis intimate and inspiring documentary givesunprecedented personal access to theworld’smost famous living scientist as StephenHawkingtells his life story in his ownwords.

SCOTTISH MENTAL HEALTHARTS AND FILM FESTIVALWE NEED TO TALK ABOUT KEVIN (15)THU 03OCTDirector LynneRamsay I Starring TildaSwintonUK/USA I 2011 I 112mins I weneedtotalkaboutkevin.co.ukLynneRamsey's adaptation of the celebrated novel by Lionel Shriver.

VIDEODROME (18) SUN13OCTDirectorDavidCronenberg I Starring JamesWoodsCanada I 1983 I 84minsAn exploration of dangerous sexuality and technologicalobsession fromDavid Cronenberg.

SCARECROW (18)WED16OCTDirector JerrySchatzbergStarringGeneHackman,Al PacinoUSAI 1973 I 112minsA tale of an intense, newfound friendship formedbetween two lowlyvagabonds,Max andLion.

TAKE SHELTER (15) TUE 22OCTDirector JeffNicholsStarringMichael ShannonUSA I 2011 I 116mins I sonyclassics.com/takeshelterMichael Shannon stars as a familymanplagued by a seriesof apocalyptic visions in this haunting psychological thriller.

Ticket price £4.00 / £2.00 concession

LUMINATETHE BEST EXOTICMARIGOLD HOTEL (12A)WED09OCTUK/USA I 2011 I 123minsDirector: JohnMaddenStarring: JudiDench, Bill Nighy

THIS IS MARTIN BONNER(Cert TBC)SUN20OCTUSA I 2013 I 83mins I martinbonner.comDirector:ChadHartiganStarring:Paul EenhoornAwarmand perceptivemeditation onfriendship, human connection and gettinga second chance at life.

PROGRAMMER’S CHOICEIN A WORLD... (15)FRI 25 – SUN27&WED30OCTDirector LakeBell I Starring LakeBell, DemetriMartin

USA I 2013 I93mins I inaworldmovie.comSamSoto is the reigning king ofmovie voiceovers. His daughter Carol is a stuggling vocal coachwhodreamsof stepping into his shoes.When she strikes it big in the cutthroatworld ofmovie-trailervoiceovers she finds herself in direct competitionwith her father. LakeBell stars in her first filmaswriter and director.
















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Party Nights at the COLUMBA HOTEL

Fri: 6th, 13th & 20th DecSat: 30th Nov & 7th, 14th & 21st Dec

Fridays £20.00 per personSaturdays £26.00 per person

Glass of Bubbly on arrival, followed by a 3 course Festive meal. After your meal, enjoy all those favourite tunes from all the years until the wee small hours with

our Disco Night. Arrive for 7pm with dinner served 7.30pm. Special Thanks to the organiser: 1 free place for every booking of 20 places or over on a

party night.

Bookings must be made by 31st Oct 2013

Festive LunchesFestive lunches available from 1st Dec to 22nd Dec

from 12 noon until 4pm in either our Bistro or larger

bookings in our Victoria Restaurant.

3 course lunch at £14.95 per person, 2 course lunch at £10.00 per person

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SPECIALSLessons In Survival

CLUBSCHARITY MARKETS MUNICIPAL TALKS

There was a time when it seemed like RAY MEARS spent his entire life huddled in some godforsaken forest clearing collecting water from tree sap, eating ants and generally displaying the sort of survival skills that appeared to make him nigh on indestructible. Then someone found out that not only could he do all that, but he was also adept at communicating his enthusiasm for such behaviour and passing on his talents, resulting in him being the trailblazer (quite possibly literally) for a whole slew of TV living-off-the-landers. He remains the best though and has even found time in between his extensive public appearances to indulge in some “outdoor time” in America and Australia recently. He’ll be telling us all about it as well as recounting some of his other adventures when he appears at EDEN COURT EMPIRE on 01 OCT. A word of warning though. He’s been getting a bit grumpy in the press about the leaked revelation that he was called in to help track down Raoul Moat (and, he believes, even got within twenty feet of him), so best not lob any questions about that towards him.

Perhaps you could ask him instead if he wants to help deal with navigating NESS ISLANDS for THE GREAT GHOST TRAIN CRASH on FRI 25 & SAT 26 OCT. That’s the theme for the latest instalment in what has quickly become a hugely popular Halloween adventure on the islands, with them transformed each year for a variety of scenarios. We’ve already had pirates and aliens and this time the pretext is that The Ghost Train which was on its way to a Halloween Party in Scary Bay has derailed at Ness Islands and all the ghosts and ghouls have escaped. Luckily, they’re scared of all kinds of young Fiends, Vampires and Skeletons – so bring your little monsters down to The Islands to scare them away and help save Inverness. See p10-11 for more details.

Perhaps you could ask him instead if he wants to help deal with navigating NESS on FRI 25 & SAT 26 OCT. That’s the

theme for the latest instalment in what has quickly become a hugely popular Halloween adventure on the islands, with them transformed each year for a variety of scenarios.

The Ghost Train

Check whatsonhighlands.com for more events, latest news and more…

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SAT 28 SEPRSPB CAR OUTING TO KYLE OF LOCHALSH AND SKYE @ Highland Council Car Park (8.30am), Drumnadrochit (9am)01997 421193

GAELIC SPEAKERS’ COFFEE MORNING @ Spectrum Centre, 10am.

DOORS OPEN DAY @ Strathspey Steam Railway, Aviemore.

DOORS OPEN DAY @ Abernethy Old Kirk.oldkirknethybridge.org, 01479 821944

MON 30 SEPHIGHLAND (BIRD) RINGING GROUP @ Highland Council Chamber, 12.45pm. Talk.

TUE 01 OCTTHE HIGHLAND-RUSSIA CONNECTION CHARITY AGM @ Sainsburys, Nairn, 7.30pm. followed by a documentary film “Who Am I”. highlandrussia.org.uk

BIRDS IN GARDENS @ Culloden Library, 7.30pm. Talk by Stan da Prato.

WED 02 OCTFORUM FOR MEN @ Macnabs Bar, Columba Hotel, 8pm. Every Wed in October. gay-ness.org.uk

DUN DA LAMH, LAGGAN @ Car park beyond Laggan Village Stores, 10am. Highland Archaeology Festival Event.01479 873706

FRI 04 OCTSEAS AND TICKLING GODS: HOW SPACE GOT ITS NAMES @ Birnie Village Hall, 7.30pm. sigma-astro.co.uk Talk.

SAT 05 OCTCHARITY CHRISTMAS CARD SALE @ Cawdor Community Centre, 10am.

DINGWALL FIELD CLUB WALK @ Plodda Falls, 9.30am.spanglefish.com/DingwallFieldClub

A FYRISH FOLLY ABOVE EVANTON @ Jubilee car park, Boath Road off the Struie Road B9176, 10am.Highland Archaelolgy Festival event. 01349 868563

TALK AND TOUR @ Culloden Visitor Centre, 11am. Booking essential 0844 493 2159.

MON 07 OCTPLANT COLLECTING IN THE 21ST CENTURY @ Highland Council Chamber, 7.30pm. Talk.

ECUADOR – LAND OF EQUATORS, VOLCANOES & ROSES@ Boat Of Garten Community Hall, 7.30pm. Talk.

TUE 08 OCTDO WE REALLY HAVE A SOUL? IS THE MIND IN THE BRAIN? @ Riverside Lounge, Glen Mhor Hotel, 7.30pm. pinkcastle.eu

TOMNAHURICH WALK @ Meet at the Tomnahurich Cemetery gates on Bruce Gardens, Inverness, 2pm.Highland Archaeology Festival event.

INVERNESS FLORAL ART CLUB @ Florians

Theatre,7.30pm, New members welcome.

WED 09 OCTHIGHLAND-RUSSIA CONNECTION FUNDRAISING COFFEE AFTERNOON @ Nairn United Reformed Church, 2.30pm.highlandrussia.org.uk

SCOTTISH NIGHTS @ Macdonald Aviemore Resort, 7.30pm. A full address to the Haggis, Scottish themed Children’s games, performance by Stuart Anderson and his Ceilidh Band, followed by Ceilidh dancing for all.

THU 10 OCTCLAVA CAIRNS - A STEP BACK IN TIME @ Clava Cairns (TBC on booking), 2pm.Highland Archaeology Festival event.01463 255291

FRI 11 OCTAN ANATOMY OF A WORKING PARTY ON ST KILDA @ Nairn Free Church, 7.30pm.

SAT 12 OCTCROMARTY COMMUNITY MARKET @ Victoria Hall, 11am.

HOWFFS, HILLFORTS & SHIELINGS – GLENMARKSIE @ Luichart Power Station, 10am. Highland Archaeology Festival event.01349 868563

CAKE WALK WITH STORY @ Knockfarrel, Strathpeffer, 10am.07724 992790, guyandjocelyn.org

SUN 13 OCTANTIQUES AND COLLECTABLES FAIR @ Strathpeffer Pavilion.

MON 14 OCTMAMMALS @ Highland Council Chamber, 12.45pm. Talk.

TUE 15 OCTHIGHLAND LITERARY SALON @ Glen Mhor Hotel, 7.30pm. Guest speaker: Bernard MacLaverty. highlandlitsalon.com

WED 16 OCTA VIKING BURIAL ON ARDNAMURCHAN @ Millburn Academy, 7.30pm. Talk.

ENTARTET @ Eden Court OneTouch, 11.30am, 4.30pm. See Art Feature pg6

THU 17 OCTENTARTET @ Eden Court OneTouch, 11.30am, 4.30pm. See Art Feature pg6

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF DARWIN @ Dingwall Town Hall , 7.30pm. Talk by David McAllister.

FRI 18 OCTHIGHLAND BABY SHOW 2013 @ Smithton Church and Conference Centre, 10am-5pm. Everything for bumps, babies and beyond in the heart of the Highlands. highlandbabyshow.co.uk

ENTARTET @ Eden Court OneTouch, 11.30am, 4.30pm. See Art Feature pg6

SAT 19 OCTHIGHLAND BABY SHOW 2013 @

Smithton Church and Conference Centre. As Fri 18 Oct.

BEST OF THE WURST @ YMCA Grantown.Celebrate the humble local sausage. facebook.com/TheBestOfTheWurst

HIGHLAND WOOL AND TEXTILE FAIR @ Eden Court.

ENTARTET @ Eden Court OneTouch, 11am.See Art Feature pg6

MON 21 OCTTHE TROUBLE WITH KNEES: AN UNPLANNED CAREER IN KNEE SURGERY @ Boat Of Garten Community Hall, 7.30pm.

WED 23 OCTSCOTTISH NIGHTS @ Macdonald Aviemore Resort, 7.30pm. As Wed 09 Oct.

THU 24 OCTRSPB TALK @ Fraser Park Bowling Club, 7.30pm. The RSPB in the Affric hills & beyond.

FRI 25 OCTTHE VERY SPOOKY GHOST TOUR @ Brodie Castle, 7pm, 8pm. Book on 0844 4932156

SAT 26 OCTRSPB CAR OUTING - CULBIN TO BURGHEAD AREA @ Highland Council Car Park, Glenurquhart Road, Inverness , 9am.01463 220013

INVERNESS CHORAL SOCIETY COFFEE MORNING @ Inverness Town House, 10am.

INVERNESS AND THE JACOBITES @ The Chieftain Hotel, Millburn Road, Inverness, 12pm. Talk & Meeting of Saltire Society.

GAELIC SPEAKERS’ COFFEE MORNING @ Spectrum Centre, 10am.

MON 28 OCTSEALS AND DOLPHINS @ Highland Council Chamber, 12.45pm. Talk.

THU 31 OCTBEASTLY BADENOCH TALES, KINGUSSIE @ Meet at Ruthven Barracks car park, 3pm.

FRI 01 NOVSUPERCOOL ASTRONOMY @ Birnie Village Hall, 7.30pm. Talk by Professor Ian Robson – The Royal Observatory, Edinburgh.sigma-astro.co.uk

SAT 02 NOVDINGWALL FIELD CLUB WALK @ Fairy Wood, Muir of Ord , 10am.spanglefish.com/DingwallFieldClub

CROY PRIMARY CHRISTMAS FAYRE @ Croy Primary, 10am.

For more info on Events & For Rangers Events visit: www.whatsonhighlands.com

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TUE 24 SEP [+ALL TUES]INVERNESS VOLLEYBALL CLUB @ Hilton Community Centre, 7.30pm Every Tuesday during school term time. (2hrs) Mixed volleyball for anyone aged over 16. All welcome.

WED 25 SEP [+ALL WEDS]LGBT 5K GROUP @ Inverness Leisure, 6pm07941 553620

SAT 28 SEPFOOTBALL: NAIRN CO V STRATHSPEY TH, 3pm.RAF LOSSIEMOUTH V STORNOWAY, 3pm.INVERNESS CT V HIBERNIAN, 3pm.WICK ACADEMY V LOSSIEMOUTH, 3pm.CLACHNACUDDIN V DEVERONVALE, 3pm.BRORA RANGERS V FORT WILLIAM, 3pm.

LORD OF THE LOCHS SPORTIVE @ Fort William, The Lord of the Lochs Sportive returns for its second year and, once again, will take the rider on an unrivalled route of quiet roads and spectacular scenery passing many sights of historical interest.

SUN 29 SEPBAXTERS LOCH NESS MARATHON 2013 @ Bught Park. A race for everyone, from the marathon to the Wee Nessie. Find out more at: lochnessmarathon.com

SAT 05 OCTFOOTBALL: ROSS CO V ABERDEEN, 3pm S’SPEY THISTLE V BUCKIE THISTLE, 3pm.FORRES M’NICS V LOSSIEMOUTH, 3pm.RUGBY:

HIGHLAND RFC V R’ SUTHERLAND, 3pm.

SUN 06 OCTRUGBY: HIGHLAND RFC U15 V R’ SUTH’, 2pm.

SAT 12 OCTTHE MACDONALD MILE FUN RUN @ Badaguish Outdoor Centre, 2.30pm.aviemorehalfmarathon.org/index2.html

FOOTBALL: CLACHNACUDDIN V ROTHES, 3pm.NAIRN COUNTY V TURRIFF UTD, 3pm.LOSSIEMOUTH V FORT WILLIAM, 3pm.BRORA R’GERS V INVERURIE LOCO, 3pm.WICK A’MY V FORRES MECHANICS, 3pm.

SUN 13 OCTAVIEMORE HIGHLAND HALF MARATHON AND 10K @ Badaguish Outdoor Centre, 10am. aviemorehalfmarathon.org

CANOEING & ARCHERY TRIP @ Start in Beauly, 12pm. Part of the BLAZIN’ IN BEAULY Festival. Paddle through the stunning Aigas Gorge as well as 1.5 hours of Archery on the banks of the River Beauly at Aigas Golf Course.

SAT 19 OCTFOOTBALL: INVERNESS CT V PARTICK TH, 3pm.STRATHSPEY T’STLE V BR’A R’GERS, 3pm.LOCHABER RFC V HIGHLAND RFC, 3pm.EXTREME: RELENTLESS 24 @ Nevis Rangenofussevents.co.uk

FRI 25 OCT

FOOTBALL: ROSS CO V INVERNESS CT @ Victoria Park, 7.45pm. El Kessocko returns to Dingwall.EXTREME: ROCK ‘N’ WRESTLE @ IronworksLive PBW Wrestling with music from Toby Michaels Rolling Damned. A weird and good idea.

SAT 26 OCTRUGBY: HIGHLAND RFC V GARIOCH, 3pm.H RFC U18 V S COUNTY, 2pmFOOTBALL: NAIRN C’TY V F’TINE UTD, 3pm.FORRES MECHANICS V KEITH, 3pmELGIN V ANNAN ATHLETIC, 3pm.WICK ACADEMY V FORT WILLIAM, 3pmLOSSIEMOUTH V INVERURIE LOCOS, 3pmCLACHNACUDDIN V HUNTLY, 3pm.RACING: THE GREAT LOCAL AUTUMN CYCLE CHALLENGE @ Cycle Ability Centre, outside Croy Family, individual and group activities, and main challenge in teams of four. 07546 517312 for details.

SUN 27 OCTATHLETICS: THE CULLODEN RUNS 2013 @ Culloden Battlefield Visitors Centre, 10.45am.See main feat. chssi.org.uk/cullodenRUGBY: H RFC (U16) V ABERDEEN W’RERSH RFC (U15) V GORDONSTOUN, both 2pm.

SAT 02 NOVFOOTBALL: INVERNESS CT V KILMARNOCK, 3pm

SPORT

It seemed too good to be true… a

gift from the Gods… there’d have to

be a catch.

I, like probably everyone who’s

written a regular column anywhere

and as I’ve said previously in this

one, have a notion that one day I’ll

write a book. Most likely it will not

be a very long book since, well,

time is moving on and I’ve not even

started it yet, and I haven’t really

got the stamina, perseverance,

talent or inclination to write a

long book. Oh yes, and I’m lazy –

that’ll probably be a major factor

controlling the book’s length too.

Apart from overcoming the inertia

though, the problem for me has

always been the storyline. I believe

this is a fairly essential ingredient

in a book since people like it all to

mean something, lead somewhere

and generally have the whole

beginning… middle… and end

scenario they teach you at school.

I’m not really that good at making

up stories but I feel if someone

gave me the basic narrative I could

expand on it and turn it into a book

which is why I got excited when I

saw the wee sign at the side of the

road. It was nothing fancy, just a

small square of chipboard painted

white inscribed with four words and

a bold red arrow.

“great plot for sale”… it proclaimed.

Following the arrow’s direction led

to a verdant landscape, a few trees,

a nice view of the Black Isle and

about half an acre of fi eld with a

small ruined cottage off to the right

– suddenly it dawns. “You’re selling

a plot of land then”… “err yes.

What did you think – I was selling a

plot for a book? I’d hardly advertise

that on a wee sign at the side

of the road would I? Is that even

something you can buy? Surely if

someone came up with a great plot

for a book they’d just go ahead and

write the book?”

So it was too good to be true, but at

least I got a column out of it, not a

book perhaps but if I put it with the

hundred or so I’ve already written

there’ll at least be enough pages for

a book…KEN

Ken Kelman: Plot device

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SPORT

SPORTBALLATHLETIC COMBAT EXTREME RACING

Biggest sporting event of the month in terms of participation is the BAXTER’S LOCH NESS MARATHON AND FESTIVAL OF RUNNING (29 SEP) which we told you about last month and which you can fi nd details of at lochnessmarathon.co.uk. If that doesn’t take too much out of you though, you might want to have a go at the AVIEMORE HIGHLAND HALF MARATHON & 10K on 13 OCT or the shorter MACDONALD MILE FUN RUN the day before on 12 OCT. More info on both at aviemorehalfmarathon.org. And, later in the month, on 27 OCT there are the CULLODEN RUNS [1] in aid of Chest Heart and Stroke Scotland. You can do either the (admirably precise) 17.46K which passes through stunning scenery and by historic landmarks like Culloden Battlefi eld, Clava Cairns, River Nairn and the awesome River Nairn Viaduct, or just the 10K around the perimeter roads of the battlefi eld. See chssi.org.uk/culloden for more.

We’d always thought the BLAZIN’ IN BEAULY festival (12–19 OCT) was all about fi ddles, but this year it’s capitalising on the infl ux of visitors to provide a bit of exercise in the great outdoors with a CANOEING & ARCHERY TRIP on 13 OCT. Paddle through the stunning Aigas Gorge as well as an hour and a half of archery on the banks of the River Beauly at Aigas Golf Course. Transport to and from Beauly included. More at blazininbeauly.com

Now that all that international football nonsense is over for the year, it’s back to the proper game and the prospect of another EL KESSOCKO as ROSS COUNTY host ICT on 25 OCT. Form is legally obliged to go “out the window” for such meetings, so expect blood, thunder and goals galore as ICT aim to consolidate their magnifi cent start to the season and County try to confi rm that their football is good enough for their impressive new-look stadium.

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TUE 24 SEP [+ALL TUES]INVERNESS VOLLEYBALL CLUB @ Hilton Community Centre, 7.30pm Every Tuesday during school term time. (2hrs) Mixed volleyball for anyone aged over 16. All welcome.

WED 25 SEP [+ALL WEDS]LGBT 5K GROUP @ Inverness Leisure, 6pm07941 553620

SAT 28 SEPFOOTBALL: NAIRN CO V STRATHSPEY TH, 3pm.RAF LOSSIEMOUTH V STORNOWAY, 3pm.INVERNESS CT V HIBERNIAN, 3pm.WICK ACADEMY V LOSSIEMOUTH, 3pm.CLACHNACUDDIN V DEVERONVALE, 3pm.BRORA RANGERS V FORT WILLIAM, 3pm.

LORD OF THE LOCHS SPORTIVE @ Fort William, The Lord of the Lochs Sportive returns for its second year and, once again, will take the rider on an unrivalled route of quiet roads and spectacular scenery passing many sights of historical interest.

SUN 29 SEPBAXTERS LOCH NESS MARATHON 2013 @ Bught Park. A race for everyone, from the marathon to the Wee Nessie. Find out more at: lochnessmarathon.com

SAT 05 OCTFOOTBALL: ROSS CO V ABERDEEN, 3pm S’SPEY THISTLE V BUCKIE THISTLE, 3pm.FORRES M’NICS V LOSSIEMOUTH, 3pm.RUGBY:

HIGHLAND RFC V R’ SUTHERLAND, 3pm.

SUN 06 OCTRUGBY: HIGHLAND RFC U15 V R’ SUTH’, 2pm.

SAT 12 OCTTHE MACDONALD MILE FUN RUN @ Badaguish Outdoor Centre, 2.30pm.aviemorehalfmarathon.org/index2.html

FOOTBALL: CLACHNACUDDIN V ROTHES, 3pm.NAIRN COUNTY V TURRIFF UTD, 3pm.LOSSIEMOUTH V FORT WILLIAM, 3pm.BRORA R’GERS V INVERURIE LOCO, 3pm.WICK A’MY V FORRES MECHANICS, 3pm.

SUN 13 OCTAVIEMORE HIGHLAND HALF MARATHON AND 10K @ Badaguish Outdoor Centre, 10am. aviemorehalfmarathon.org

CANOEING & ARCHERY TRIP @ Start in Beauly, 12pm. Part of the BLAZIN’ IN BEAULY Festival. Paddle through the stunning Aigas Gorge as well as 1.5 hours of Archery on the banks of the River Beauly at Aigas Golf Course.

SAT 19 OCTFOOTBALL: INVERNESS CT V PARTICK TH, 3pm.STRATHSPEY T’STLE V BR’A R’GERS, 3pm.LOCHABER RFC V HIGHLAND RFC, 3pm.EXTREME: RELENTLESS 24 @ Nevis Rangenofussevents.co.uk

FRI 25 OCT

FOOTBALL: ROSS CO V INVERNESS CT @ Victoria Park, 7.45pm. El Kessocko returns to Dingwall.EXTREME: ROCK ‘N’ WRESTLE @ IronworksLive PBW Wrestling with music from Toby Michaels Rolling Damned. A weird and good idea.

SAT 26 OCTRUGBY: HIGHLAND RFC V GARIOCH, 3pm.H RFC U18 V S COUNTY, 2pmFOOTBALL: NAIRN C’TY V F’TINE UTD, 3pm.FORRES MECHANICS V KEITH, 3pmELGIN V ANNAN ATHLETIC, 3pm.WICK ACADEMY V FORT WILLIAM, 3pmLOSSIEMOUTH V INVERURIE LOCOS, 3pmCLACHNACUDDIN V HUNTLY, 3pm.RACING: THE GREAT LOCAL AUTUMN CYCLE CHALLENGE @ Cycle Ability Centre, outside Croy Family, individual and group activities, and main challenge in teams of four. 07546 517312 for details.

SUN 27 OCTATHLETICS: THE CULLODEN RUNS 2013 @ Culloden Battlefield Visitors Centre, 10.45am.See main feat. chssi.org.uk/cullodenRUGBY: H RFC (U16) V ABERDEEN W’RERSH RFC (U15) V GORDONSTOUN, both 2pm.

SAT 02 NOVFOOTBALL: INVERNESS CT V KILMARNOCK, 3pm

SPORT

It seemed too good to be true… a

gift from the Gods… there’d have to

be a catch.

I, like probably everyone who’s

written a regular column anywhere

and as I’ve said previously in this

one, have a notion that one day I’ll

write a book. Most likely it will not

be a very long book since, well,

time is moving on and I’ve not even

started it yet, and I haven’t really

got the stamina, perseverance,

talent or inclination to write a

long book. Oh yes, and I’m lazy –

that’ll probably be a major factor

controlling the book’s length too.

Apart from overcoming the inertia

though, the problem for me has

always been the storyline. I believe

this is a fairly essential ingredient

in a book since people like it all to

mean something, lead somewhere

and generally have the whole

beginning… middle… and end

scenario they teach you at school.

I’m not really that good at making

up stories but I feel if someone

gave me the basic narrative I could

expand on it and turn it into a book

which is why I got excited when I

saw the wee sign at the side of the

road. It was nothing fancy, just a

small square of chipboard painted

white inscribed with four words and

a bold red arrow.

“great plot for sale”… it proclaimed.

Following the arrow’s direction led

to a verdant landscape, a few trees,

a nice view of the Black Isle and

about half an acre of fi eld with a

small ruined cottage off to the right

– suddenly it dawns. “You’re selling

a plot of land then”… “err yes.

What did you think – I was selling a

plot for a book? I’d hardly advertise

that on a wee sign at the side

of the road would I? Is that even

something you can buy? Surely if

someone came up with a great plot

for a book they’d just go ahead and

write the book?”

So it was too good to be true, but at

least I got a column out of it, not a

book perhaps but if I put it with the

hundred or so I’ve already written

there’ll at least be enough pages for

a book…KEN

Ken Kelman: Plot device

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THEATRETheatre Fit To Bursting

DANCECOMEDYCABARET DRAMA MUSICAL

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Autumn is all about heading indoors and there are plenty of opportunities for that this month with enough theatrical delights to fi ll an entire issue, not just a page.

Where to begin? Well how about a couple of fun-looking magic shows. MORGAN & WEST are coming quite a distance for their EDEN COURT show on 26 SEP, all the way from Victorian times in fact, giving a steampunk vibe to their astounding skills. A couple of days later, on 28 SEP, ALI COOK [1] is coming to SPECTRUM CENTRE for a special Carnivale event. One of the fi nest sleight-of-handers around, he’s written for fi lm and TV, with the likes of Penn & Teller and Derren Brown utilising his talents.

From magic to comedy with a couple of big names coming to EDEN COURT in the shape of JACK DEE [2] on 09 OCT and PAUL MERTON [3] (with his IMPRO CHUMS) on 26 OCT. With the whizz-bang of Edinburgh having faded away, now is the time that comics traditionally undertake mammoth tours, our advantage being that we get to see them early into their treks before ennui has set in.

You’d prefer a bit of dance? Well presumably DREAMBOYS [4] (EC, 02 OCT) fi t into that category, though you get the feeling that much of the audience will be too busy mopping their brows to demand too much syncopation. Rather more tasteful is RAPUNZEL [5] (EC, 11 & 12 OCT), a darkly beautiful show from BALLET LORENT which involves an impressive roster of collaborators including Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, Doctor Who composer Murray Gold and Costume Designer for Game Of Thrones, Michele Clapton. And talking of big names, there’s none bigger in the ballet world than MATTHEW BOURNE who appears as part of SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW [6], by DAVID HUGHES DANCE, a mix of classical ballet, modern dance and storytelling. It’s at CRAIGMONIE CENTRE on 02 NOV, then at EDEN COURT on 19 NOV.

And the delights keep on coming. Theatrical musts look like being an invigorating production of A CLOCKWORK ORANGE [7] (EC, 30 & 31 OCT), political drama in WE WILL BE FREE (EC, 27 OCT) about the Tolpuddle Martyrs, a wordlessly beautiful love story in TRANSLUNAR PARADISE [8] (EC, 20 OCT), a homecoming performance of the wonderful TAILOR OF INVERNESS [9] (EC, 30 OCT) and even a witty lecture creation from DANIEL BYE (EC, 28 OCT) called THE PRICE OF EVERYTHING [10] where we’re all promised a free glass of milk.

If only there was some sort of electronic medium where you could read much more about the above as well as all the other shows coming to town…Well, there is. It’s at www.whatsonhighlands.com. Head there to fi nd out just why this could well be the best month ever for theatre in Inverness.

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THEATRETheatre Fit To Bursting

DANCECOMEDYCABARET DRAMA MUSICAL

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Autumn is all about heading indoors and there are plenty of opportunities for that this month with enough theatrical delights to fi ll an entire issue, not just a page.

Where to begin? Well how about a couple of fun-looking magic shows. MORGAN & WEST are coming quite a distance for their EDEN COURT show on 26 SEP, all the way from Victorian times in fact, giving a steampunk vibe to their astounding skills. A couple of days later, on 28 SEP, ALI COOK [1] is coming to SPECTRUM CENTRE for a special Carnivale event. One of the fi nest sleight-of-handers around, he’s written for fi lm and TV, with the likes of Penn & Teller and Derren Brown utilising his talents.

From magic to comedy with a couple of big names coming to EDEN COURT in the shape of JACK DEE [2] on 09 OCT and PAUL MERTON [3] (with his IMPRO CHUMS) on 26 OCT. With the whizz-bang of Edinburgh having faded away, now is the time that comics traditionally undertake mammoth tours, our advantage being that we get to see them early into their treks before ennui has set in.

You’d prefer a bit of dance? Well presumably DREAMBOYS [4] (EC, 02 OCT) fi t into that category, though you get the feeling that much of the audience will be too busy mopping their brows to demand too much syncopation. Rather more tasteful is RAPUNZEL [5] (EC, 11 & 12 OCT), a darkly beautiful show from BALLET LORENT which involves an impressive roster of collaborators including Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, Doctor Who composer Murray Gold and Costume Designer for Game Of Thrones, Michele Clapton. And talking of big names, there’s none bigger in the ballet world than MATTHEW BOURNE who appears as part of SOMETHING OLD, SOMETHING NEW [6], by DAVID HUGHES DANCE, a mix of classical ballet, modern dance and storytelling. It’s at CRAIGMONIE CENTRE on 02 NOV, then at EDEN COURT on 19 NOV.

And the delights keep on coming. Theatrical musts look like being an invigorating production of A CLOCKWORK ORANGE [7] (EC, 30 & 31 OCT), political drama in WE WILL BE FREE (EC, 27 OCT) about the Tolpuddle Martyrs, a wordlessly beautiful love story in TRANSLUNAR PARADISE [8] (EC, 20 OCT), a homecoming performance of the wonderful TAILOR OF INVERNESS [9] (EC, 30 OCT) and even a witty lecture creation from DANIEL BYE (EC, 28 OCT) called THE PRICE OF EVERYTHING [10] where we’re all promised a free glass of milk.

If only there was some sort of electronic medium where you could read much more about the above as well as all the other shows coming to town…Well, there is. It’s at www.whatsonhighlands.com. Head there to fi nd out just why this could well be the best month ever for theatre in Inverness.

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MON 23–SAT 28 SEP BUDDY - THE BUDDY HOLLY STORY @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm

WED 25 SEP THE IDIOT AT THE WALL @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7.30pm. On a Hebridean island in the wake of WWI, Sorcha has returned to her family home. With her is Henry, a visitor from the south, who arrives to find the modern world encroaching upon a traditional way of life. Increasingly bewitched by Sorcha’s sister Odhran, he is challenged to consider the power of prophecy over reason. This show, which was a sell-out at last year’s Fringe, is both a retelling of a Celtic folk myth and an examination of the rich, intangible heritage of Scotland, its stories and songs.

THU 26 SEP MORGAN AND WEST - TIME TRAVELLING MAGICIANS @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7.30pm.

PIP UTTON IN ADOLF @ Strathpeffer Pavilion, 8pm. The 20th Century’s most notorious tyrant is daringly and divisively brought to the stage in a powerful solo work.

FRI 27 SEP THE IDIOT AT THE WALL @ Craigmonie Centre, 7.30pm. See Wed 25 Sep. THE DRAWER BOY @ Ardross Community Hall, 8pm. Part comedy, part mystery, part tragedy, Michael Healey’s The Drawer Boy tells of Miles, a young actor armed with a notebook turning up on the doorstep of farmers Morgan and Angus in rural Ontario, offering to work in exchange for inspiration of his play. Miles soon finds himself embroiled in

their complex and intricate personal histories, as he uncovers a tragic past, riddled with guilt, secrecy,

heartbreak and loss. Healey’s script is both a gentle mismatch comedy and a many-layered play which won huge acclaim when it first opened in his native Canada.

SAT 28 SEP ALI COOK @ Spectrum Centre, 7.30pm. Carnivale Special. alicook.com

PIVOTAL 2013: PROFESSIONAL DANCE EXPO @ Eden Court OneTouch, 5.30pm, 6pm, 6.30pm, 7.30pm. Now in its second year, Pivotal presents exciting new works by seven professional companies (including two Hip-hop /contemporary companies who are travelling up from London especially for this event) working in a range of styles including Hip-hop, Contemporary and physical dance. In addition to the performances there will be presentations, break out performances around the building and film screenings plus informal showings and company classes. There will also be the opportunity for choreographers, performers and companies to network with dancing peers and promoters.

THE DRAWER BOY @ Resolis Memorial Hall, 7.30pm. As Fri 27 Sep.

SUN 29 SEP ED BYRNE: ROARING FORTIES @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm. The ever-inventive comedian should be a giddy treat.

WED 02 OCT THE DREAMBOYS FIT AND FAMOUS 2013 TOUR @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm. It’s all going a bit Full Monty.

KISS ME HONEY, HONEY @ Eden Court OneTouch, 8.30pm

A new play from the writer of Murder, Marple and Me. Two very different men of a certain age find themselves down at heel and living in grim

adjoining bedsits ruled by a ferocious landlady. Forming an unlikely friendship through a shared love of Shirley Bassey, they set forth together on a hilarious search for the women of their dreams. Directed by Sam Kane and starring acclaimed Scottish actors Andy Grey and Grant Stott.

THU 03 OCT KISS ME HONEY, HONEY @ Eden Court OneTouch, 8.30pm As Wed 02 Oct

SAT 05 OCT B ROADS @ Spectrum Centre, 12.30pm. playpieces.co.uk

WED 09 OCT JACK DEE @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm. After a six year absence from live comedy tours, Jack Dee toured the UK and Ireland to sell-out theatres last autumn to rave reviews. This autumn he’s back on the road once again due to popular demand - still the same Jack, agonizing over the slightest of annoyances and misdemeanours of everyday life. The host of the long running Radio 4 show I’m Sorry I haven’t A Clue said he was returning to the road ‘as he wanted to spend less time with his family’.

THU 10 OCT BID STREET THEATRE FESTIVAL @ Inverness City Centre SCOTTISH OPERA: RODELINDA @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7.30pm. Against a backdrop of faded Baroque grandeur, a cast of very contemporary characters tells a compelling tale of tyranny, love and the corrupting nature of power. Director Chris Rolls and designer Oliver Townsend use their extensive theatrical expertise to capture the drama, and the elegance, of one of Handel’s most successful operas.

FRI 11 OCT RAPUNZEL @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm. The story of the parents forced to give up their child, the Witch who takes her from them, the woman the child becomes, and the Prince who discovers and rescues her. Full of dark beauty, this must-see production brings together a collection of world-class collaborators; Poet Laureate Carol Ann Duffy, Doctor Who composer Murray Gold, and Michele Clapton, award winning Costume Designer for Game of Thrones. Full of colour 34

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and emotion, this spellbinding retelling, performed by a company of outstanding dancers, is narrated by Lesley Sharp, and choreographed and directed by Liv Lorent.

BID STREET THEATRE FESTIVAL @ Eastgate / Inverness City Centre

SAT 12 OCT RAPUNZEL @ Eden Court Empire, 2.30pm. BID STREET THEATRE FESTIVAL @ Inverness City Centre.

ANGUS - THE GRASS WEAVER @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7pm. In 1939 crofter Angus MacPhee was posted to Faroe during WWII. Whilst there he was diagnosed with schizophrenia and was subsequently incarcerated for 50 years at Craig Dunain hospital in Inverness, for 43 of those years on no medication. To keep himself well during ceaseless years Angus would pull the grass from the grounds and weave it making coats, trousers and boots which are now in the Collection de l’Art Brutin Switzerland. Impressive production telling the extraordinary story.

DECADE EXPLOSION 2 @ Macdonald Aviemore Resort, 7.30pm. Fast moving song and dance extravaganza for the whole family with children’s games before the show.

SUN 13 OCT GILDED BALLOON COMEDY CIRCUIT @ Eden Court OneTouch, 8pm The best new Scottish comedy courtesy of the legendary Edinburgh venue.

MON 14 OCT THE BLAZIN’ VARIETY PERFORMANCE @ Phipps Hall Beauly, 8pm. Always the quickest night to sell out, your evening with Blazin’ Fiddles is somewhat unusual as you see them like you’ve never seen them before. Wigs, implants, makeup, costumes, songs – and most importantly, comedy – are mixed in with performances from the band.

FRI 18 OCT SCOTTISH DANCE THEATRE INTERACTIVE @ Craigmonie Centre, 7.30pm. Part lecture, part demonstration and part performance, the company’s directors introduce the dancers and talk about how the work is made, the themes the choreographers used to create the dances, the costumes and music. The dancers perform sections of work from the current repertoire and talk about the life of a dancer and answer questions from the audience. The audience is also offered the opportunity to participate in an interactive warm up. A fantastic first taste of Ballet or a fascinating insight for the established ballet fan.

SUN 20 OCT TRANSLUNAR PARADISE @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7.30pm.

Translunar Paradise takes you on a journey of life, death, and enduring love. After his wife passes away, William escapes to a paradise of fantasy and past memories, a place far from the reality of his grief. Returning from beyond the grave, Rose revisits her widowed companion to perform one last act of love: to help him let go.

TUE 22 OCT DRAGON @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7pm. A show for adults, teenagers and children with vivid imaginations. Tommy can’t sleep. He hasn’t been able to since his mum died a year ago. Since then, life has gone from bad to worse. His dad is grief stricken, his big sister ignores him and he’s become the target for the school bully. Then one restless night, Tommy goes to the window, throws back the curtain and… …a dragon is looking at him. An extraordinary visual story told without words, featuring puppetry, illusion and original music.

THE THREE PHANTOMS @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm. Nine world-class performers all of whom have an association with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sensational musical The Phantom of the Opera, amongst other West End and Broadway shows, present a thrilling evening of musical theatre. Led by Three Phantoms of the Opera - MATTHEW CAMMELLE, STEPHEN JOHN DAVIS and GLYN KERSLAKE alongside Rebecca Caine - this outstanding show features songs from Les Misérables, West Side Story, Chicago, Kiss Me Kate, My Fair Lady, The Scarlet Pimpernel, Wicked and many more.! SEE OUR PROMO P13 TO WIN TICKETS !

WED 23 OCT THE THREE PHANTOMS @ Eden Court Empire, 7.30pm. As Tue 22 Oct.

THU 24 OCT DRAGON @ Eden Court OneTouch, 1.30pm, 7pm. As Tue 22 Oct.

FRI 25 OCT DRAGON @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7pm. As Tue 22 Oct.

SAT 26 OCT PALAVER @ Velocity Cafe, 7.30pm A New Cabaret Night for Inverness. An evening of comedy, music, silliness,

wit, and cake is promised...Co-directed by dynamic duo, MISTAH ROTAVATOR and THE DUBSINNER, Palaver promises to be an evening of slapstick, surrealism and silliness which will enrapture, enthrall and blow your preconceptions of cabaret right out your jaxies. Mistah Rotavator comments “Playing host to the finest local talent, PALAVER aims to teach local performers new tricks with a workshop (limited places) and impose a new tradition of naughty fun on Inverness”. According to The Dubsinner, “Palaver will make the Moulin Rouge look like a very bored cadaver”. • Also happening on the same day (Oct 26) is a Performers’ Workshop at Eden Court where local talent can try out new material to perform at that evening’s PALAVER. 1pm–3pm. Details TBA.

PAUL MERTON’S IMPRO CHUMS @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm Paul Merton and his world renowned Impro Chums: Mike McShane, Lee Simpson, Richard Vranch and Suki Webster will create a new and unique comedy show, based entirely on suggestions from the audience, their own finely honed improvisational skills and an almost manic compulsion to show off.

DRAGON @ Eden Court OneTouch, 2pm, 7pm. As Tue 22 Oct. SCOTTISH OPERA: RODELINDA @ Nairn Community and Art Centre, 7.30pm. As Thu 10 Oct. 01667 455701, musicnairn.org.uk

DECADE EXPLOSION 2 @ Macdonald Aviemore Resort, 7.30pm. As Sat 12 Oct.

SUN 27 OCT WE WILL BE FREE! @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7.30pm. Following

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the hit sell-out production of THE RAGGED TROUSERED PHILANTHROPISTS, Towns End Productions presents WE WILL BE FREE!, a new drama set in 1834 about the Tolpuddle Martyrs that follows the extraordinary true story of George and Betsy Loveless. He was a Methodist preacher and the leader of the six Dorsetshire farm labourers who were tried, convicted and condemned to harsh transportation by an oppressive Government for having the temerity to swear a secret oath and form a union to fight against a succession of wage cuts. This vitally important story is told using Andy Vine’s powerful political cartoons and animation; through puppetry and the exquisite musical arrangements by revered folk singer and squeezebox player John Kirkpatrick.

SUN 27–TUE 29 OCT 51 SHADES OF MAGGIE @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm A hilarious spoof of bestselling novel 50 Shades of Grey. Starring Leah MacRae from Gary Tank Commander, this new play full of naughty bits will have you laughing out loud. Join Maggie Muff and her friends on this (slightly filthy) journey of love, booze and whips! This is the perfect girly night out with your friends for the best night at the theatre you’ve had in ages... Suitability Warning: Deemed unsuitable for anyone under the age of 16.

MON 28 OCT THE PRICE OF EVERYTHING @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7.30pm

A performance lecture about value. DANIEL BYE’s whistle-stop tour of bizarre facts and impassioned arguments is occasionally shambolic but always a joy to watch...and you get a free glass of milk.

WED 30 OCT THE TAILOR OF INVERNESS @ Eden Court OneTouch, 7.30pm. Matthew Zajac’s phenomenal play about his Polish father returns to Inverness for a rare one-off performance to coincide with the publication of his book of the story.

WED 30 & THU 31 OCT A CLOCKWORK ORANGE @ Eden Court Empire, 8pm. Directed by Alexandra Spencer-Jones. The breathtaking all-male version of A Clockwork Orange comes to Inverness following its successful season in London’s Soho Theatre, 3-month tour of Australia and its five-star, sell-out run at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. This electrifying and testosterone-filled physical theatre ‘horror show’ exquisitely captures and transcends the spirit of Anthony Burgess’ original literary masterpiece, 50 years on from its publication.

SAT 02 NOV DAVID HUGHES DANCE – AUTUMN TOUR 2013 @ Craigmonie Centre, 7.30pm

For fans of classical ballet, modern dance and storytelling… A historical journey of theatrical works inspired by Fokine, Perrot, Martha Graham and Shakespeare. David Hughes

Dance presents a new quadruple bill this autumn featuring Bob Cohan, Matthew Bourne, Cathy Marston and Tanja Liedtke in 4 works. SECOND COMING AND WINTER, AGAIN @ Eden Court OneTouch, 8pm Second Coming contains cavernous soundscapes and surprises as Victor Quijada takes urban dance to new theatrical territory. Heavily influenced by the Los Angeles street-dance culture he grew up in, Second Coming sets a world–acclaimed breaking style to a sample crazy turntablist soundtrack by DJ/composer Jasper Gahunia (AKA DJ Lil’ Jaz). Radical Norwegian choreographer Jo Strømgren mixes beautifully poised dance and a masterful stagecraft in Winter, Again. Set to breathtakingly delicate songs from Schubert’s Eine Winterreise, the piece will seduce your senses with the power of winter. Expect dark misdemeanours by innocent girls and frustrated men.

YOUR BABY IS TOO BIG @Spectrum Ctr, 12.30pm playpieces.co.uk

SUN 03 NOV THE BLACK UMFOLOSI 5 @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm. Zimbabwe’s greatest ambassadors, who perform music inspired by the traditional song and dance of their native southern Africa. Their trademark harmonies mixed with intricate rhythms, clicking and clapping are highlighted during their brilliantly choreographed shows with a movements ranging from subtle to vigorous stomping and leaping. Their famous Gumboot Dances showcase the traditional styles and rituals of the South African mining regions and are a particular crowd pleaser.

THU 07 NOV DAVE SPIKEY @ The Ironworks, 7pm. Inspired by Dave’s fascination with the vagaries of the English language, this hilarious new show examines many of life’s situations where words really don’t come easy.

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Hairtrends 2013/14: SplashlightsNew hair trends come and go with the seasons, so if your dip-dye is dying or your pastel streaks have faded, then you may want to try the latest colour trend to hit the runways - ‘Splashlights‘.

This technique was pioneered by infl uential US colourist Aura Friedman who is responsible for last year’s ubiquitous ombré look and many other trends in hair colour over the past few years.

Splashlights are a horizontal band of bleached hair that stretches from ear to ear ‒ Anna explained the style as “wanting to create the eff ect that a laser beam is hitting your hair at a certain spot”.

It’s an eff ect that involves painting bleach onto a small horizontal band of hair, starting with the undermost layers, then covering all the hair above and below the stripe with a colour close to your natural shade.

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Hairtrends 2013/14: SplashlightsNew hair trends come and go with the seasons, so if your dip-dye is dying or your pastel streaks have faded, then you may want to try the latest colour trend to hit the runways - ‘Splashlights‘.

This technique was pioneered by infl uential US colourist Aura Friedman who is responsible for last year’s ubiquitous ombré look and many other trends in hair colour over the past few years.

Splashlights are a horizontal band of bleached hair that stretches from ear to ear ‒ Anna explained the style as “wanting to create the eff ect that a laser beam is hitting your hair at a certain spot”.

It’s an eff ect that involves painting bleach onto a small horizontal band of hair, starting with the undermost layers, then covering all the hair above and below the stripe with a colour close to your natural shade.

Though the initial trend is to contrast colour with a bleached stripe, you can have many variations. Instead of opting for blonde and a very light contrast colour, you can have a moderate colour, depending on your preference.

A big advantage to come with Splashlights is that it sits in the middle of your hair, so your hair can grow out almost fi ve to six inches without it looking like it needs a touch-up.

This could be a trendsetting hairstyle for those who want to stand out and try a bolder look for autumn.

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The Kitchen Brasserie15 Huntly Street, Inverness 01463 259119The Kitchen BrasserieThe Kitchen Brasserie15 Huntly Street, Inverness 01463 259119

Back in 2007 we fi rst reviewed the recently opened Kitchen, whose elegant, modern building was one of the few constructions in recent years with any apparent sympathy for its surroundings, immediately establishing itself as a vibrant city landmark, photographed by tourists almost as much as the castle it overlooks. Or, technically, underlooks.

Back then the place was packed, proving instantly as popular as its sister establishment over the river, The Mustard Seed, and off ering a similar remarkably aff ordable set menu, the selling point that has made that restaurant so successful.

Economy doesn’t necessarily equal value though and back then The Kitchen seemed to lack real quality control, turning out dishes that were either unashamed demonstrations of how to work fi nancial margins (cheap cuts bulked with spuds/

pasta etc) or poorly executed attempts at “sophistication”. Our review of that lunch was hardly a ringing endorsement.

A lot has changed in six years though and now, renamed as The Kitchen Brasserie, the place is at the forefront of something of a restaurant empire with it and The Mustard Seed joined by four places in St Andrews and one in Stirling, all thriving. And, after our lunch, we could see just why.

It’s still, obviously, a beautiful building and, being so light and airy, a delightful place in which to eat, the open glass frontage and three fl oors meaning that there are distinctly diff erent atmospheres to each part, from social and bustling on the ground fl oor, to quieter and more intimate the higher up you go.

Ours was a prime table right by the window of the middle fl oor with

such fi ne views of the river and castle that even the empty prefab monstrosities that will continue to scar the city skyline until someone has the guts to obliterate them couldn’t detract from the sight of it all.

Outside the fi rst sense of encroaching autumn, so fi ttingly our food seemed to echo the seasonality, with its robust fl avours and earthy reassurance. My companion chose from the set menu (still a bargain at £6.95 for two courses), while I went for the a la carte, priced rather higher, but off ering an interesting selection ranging from pasta to meats and fi sh.

And, it became immediately obvious, skill and imagination in the actual cooking. My starter of Black Pudding ‘Bonbons’ had lovely presentation and taste to match, three crisp-coated balls of locally made pudding with 4545

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a little melted nugget of Strathdon Blue cheese inside, set atop a garlicky mayonnaise and served on a black slate. Great balance of fl avours with the tang of the cheese cutting through the richness of the black pudding and a combination that might even persuade those foolishly squeamish about the concept to change their mind.

The presentation is just as impressive with the set menu options as my companion’s Bruschetta con Funghi proved. Served in a classy wide rimmed bowl, the mushrooms, garlic and onions in a cream sauce, on toasted French bread, fi nished with chopped parsley was pronounced top notch, even if it slightly stretched the precise Italian defi nition of Bruschetta.

My main was the perfect match for the encroaching autumn. Slow Braised Lamb Shank had been cooked in a Black Isle Porter Beer Sauce with Creamy Mashed Potato and Gremolata, Accompanied by a Selection of Roasted Root Vegetables. Simplicity was the key to its deliciousness, the tender meat falling off the bone.

My companion’s Pizza was a revelation and was something you’d pay more for elsewhere than they’re charging here for the two courses. Topped with peppers and courgette as well as homemade tomato sauce, it was thin and crispy, served on a lovely wooden platter and suggesting there’s a wood oven in the kitchen, or at least a chef who knows how to replicate a truly authentic Italian-style pizza, although again with ingredients that could possibly induce conniptions in that country’s purists.

Too many desserts in local restaurants appear to have come from some anonymous central hub, but here

they have a real individuality and attention to detail. So my Vanilla Panacotta had just the right degree of wobble and a gorgeous, creamy fl avour, while my companion’s Banoff ee Cheesecake was an exemplary twist on two traditional options. The slate was back as a serving plate, allowing the chef to unleash his artistic impulses on each with diff ering patterns made from tremendously zingy mango and raspberry purees.

Service throughout was excellent, with our waitress perfectly balancing friendliness and attentiveness while never being intrusive. No surprise then that the place was full, as it seems invariably to be.

As my companion noted, “everything about the restaurant felt professional and well delivered, from the impressive architecture that really saves that section of the riverside from anonymity and deserving recognition for the boldness of vision, to the warm welcome and well trained staff who seem happy in their work, the sign of a well run outfi t, giving a friendly atmosphere to the place.”

The Kitchen Brasserie is the fl agship of an empire that seems set to expand even further and, at last, tastes every bit as good as it looks.

Price for 2: £38.15 (exc. drinks)

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a little melted nugget of Strathdon Blue cheese inside, set atop a garlicky mayonnaise and served on a black slate. Great balance of fl avours with the tang of the cheese cutting through the richness of the black pudding and a combination that might even persuade those foolishly squeamish about the concept to change their mind.

The presentation is just as impressive with the set menu options as my companion’s Bruschetta con Funghi proved. Served in a classy wide rimmed bowl, the mushrooms, garlic and onions in a cream sauce, on toasted French bread, fi nished with chopped parsley was pronounced top notch, even if it slightly stretched the precise Italian defi nition of Bruschetta.

My main was the perfect match for the encroaching autumn. Slow Braised Lamb Shank had been cooked in a Black Isle Porter Beer Sauce with Creamy Mashed Potato and Gremolata, Accompanied by a Selection of Roasted Root Vegetables. Simplicity was the key to its deliciousness, the tender meat falling off the bone.

My companion’s Pizza was a revelation and was something you’d pay more for elsewhere than they’re charging here for the two courses. Topped with peppers and courgette as well as homemade tomato sauce, it was thin and crispy, served on a lovely wooden platter and suggesting there’s a wood oven in the kitchen, or at least a chef who knows how to replicate a truly authentic Italian-style pizza, although again with ingredients that could possibly induce conniptions in that country’s purists.

Too many desserts in local restaurants appear to have come from some anonymous central hub, but here

they have a real individuality and attention to detail. So my Vanilla Panacotta had just the right degree of wobble and a gorgeous, creamy fl avour, while my companion’s Banoff ee Cheesecake was an exemplary twist on two traditional options. The slate was back as a serving plate, allowing the chef to unleash his artistic impulses on each with diff ering patterns made from tremendously zingy mango and raspberry purees.

Service throughout was excellent, with our waitress perfectly balancing friendliness and attentiveness while never being intrusive. No surprise then that the place was full, as it seems invariably to be.

As my companion noted, “everything about the restaurant felt professional and well delivered, from the impressive architecture that really saves that section of the riverside from anonymity and deserving recognition for the boldness of vision, to the warm welcome and well trained staff who seem happy in their work, the sign of a well run outfi t, giving a friendly atmosphere to the place.”

The Kitchen Brasserie is the fl agship of an empire that seems set to expand even further and, at last, tastes every bit as good as it looks.

Price for 2: £38.15 (exc. drinks)

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1: Exterior/Location ........................102: Interior/Atmosphere .....................93: Staff–Appearance ........................94: Staff–Helpfulness .........................95: Speed Of Service .........................86: Food–Presentation .......................97: Food–Quality ................................88: Food–Value ..................................99: Menu–Range/Balance/Clarity ......910: Toilets–Appearance/Cleanliness 9

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