WHAT'S ON BY DATE

October 2009
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Talks, Theatre and Storytelling / Òraidean, Taigh-cluich agus Innse-sgeulachdan

19-24 October/ Dàmhair

The Flight of the Arctic Tern by Mark Sheridan

Various

‘The Arctic Tern migrates farther than any other bird, from the North of Scotland to the southern pack ice of the Antarctic.’  Alexander Gunn left… (read more)

28th October/28mh Dàmhair

The St Kilda Tapes by David Allison

Eden Court, Inverness/ Talla Eden Court, Inbhir Nis

After selling out at London’s Barbican Cinema, the Filmhouse Edinburgh and the GFT in Glasgow, and successfully touring Ireland and Canada, The St Kilda Tapes… (read more)

27, 28, 29 October/ Dàmhair

Storytelling – an International Homecoming in partnership with the Scottish International Storytelling Festival

Carnegie Hall, Clashmore / Ullapool Museum / Caithness Horizons, Thurso

Jerry Harmon, Appalachian Storyteller
Jerry is an Appalachian musician and storyteller. He is a seventh generation Master Appalachian Mountain Storyteller keeping alive a tradition… (read more)

26th October/ 26mh Dàmhair

Tam O’ Shanter by the National Youth Performing Arts Companies of Scotland

Eden Court, Inverness/ Talla Eden Court, Inbhir Nis

The Scottish Youth Theatre, YDance and the National Youth Pipe Band bring together some of Scotland’s most talented young performers to create this unique production… (read more)

19, 31 October/ Dàmhair

Travelling tales with Alec John Williamson

Strathpeffer / Ullapool

Join us on a journey from Strathpeffer to Ullapool, in the company of Alec John Williamson. Last of the grand old-style Highland storytellers, Alec was… (read more)

20, 21, 22, 24, 26, 28, 29, 30 October/ Dàmhair

10 Things That Changed The Highlands – Public Discussions

Various

What things have most influenced developments in the Highlands over the last 100 years? Where have the great social and economic changes come from? What… (read more)

20th October to 22nd October/ 20mh gu 22mh Dàmhair

Knock Knock - Theatre for people aged 2-5 and their families

Eden Court, Inverness

What happens when you knock knock on a door?  Join us for a performance with movement and film which will engage younger and older ones… (read more)

26th October/ 26mh Dàmhair

St Kilda to Australia - the story of the migration to Port Phillip in 1852-53. By Professor Eric Richards.

Taigh Chearsabhagh, Lochmaddy, North Uist

Enjoy an illustrated lecture by the renowned historian Eric Richards of Flinders University, Adelaide on the epic and ill-fated migration journey made by a large… (read more)

20th to 22nd October/ 20mh Dàmhair gu 22 Dàmhair

Nobody’s Home – theatre for six to 12 year olds

Eden Court, Inverness

Two people arrive home expecting a warm welcome only to discover the empty house is full of surprises. Nobody’s Home is a theatre show in… (read more)

20-31 October / Dàmhair

Scottish Ballet 40th Anniversary Mercury Screenings

Eden Court, Inverness/ Talla Eden Court, Inbhir Nis

Scottish Ballet presents free screenings of Mercury, a newly commissioned film examining the art of movement, created by Scottish artist Daniel Warren who worked with… (read more)

22nd October /22mh Dàmhair

The Islands Book Trust presents… Crofting and a European Future - The Angus Macleod Memorial Lecture by Charles Kennedy MP

Pairc School, Gravir, South Lochs, Isle of Lewis

The Rt. Hon. Charles Kennedy M.P. delivers a rousing lecture that commemorates the life and work of the late Angus ‘Ease’ Macleod M.B.E. of Calbost,… (read more)

22nd October/22mh Dàmhair

Michael McGoldrick Trio

Eden Court, Inverness

Master of flutes, whistles and Uillean pipes, Michael McGoldrick will appear with special guests during an acoustic tour of the UK.  Regarded as one of… (read more)

30th October/ 30mh Dàmhair

A Virtual Journey on the Far North Line

Averon Centre, Alness, Ross and Cromarty

The Highland railway network has been an essential part of ‘coming home’ for generations of travellers. This illustrated talk showcases the stations and trains, old… (read more)

20th October/20mh Dàmhair

Big Man Walking

Invergordon

Big Man Walking comes to town! 10,000 years ago a mythical giant fell from the sky and now that giant, and its friends are set… (read more)

23rd October/23mh Dàmhair

Des Clark, comedian and broadcaster

Eden Court, Inverness/ Talla Eden Court, Inbhir Nis

A wonderfully energetic and quick witted Scottish comedian and broadcaster. Des has not only worked extensively as a stand up comic, but also works as… (read more)

21st October to 23rd October/ 21mh Dàmhair gu 23Dàmhair

Mega Mansions - Interactive Theatre for people under two and their parents or carers

Eden Court, Inverness

Visit our Mega Mansions mini 30 minute tour to see what kind of things go on in different kinds of houses.  Spotty Houses, colourful houses… (read more)

29th October/29mh Dàmhair

Celebrating the Past

Skye & Lochalsh Archive Centre, Portree

The Highland Council Archive Services welcome Margaret Bennett, Scottish writer, singer and story teller, to the new Skye and Lochalsh Archive centre in Portree for… (read more)

21st October/ 21mh Dàmhair

Nature’s Homecoming

Eden Court, Inverness

SNH and the RSPB are joining forces to present a fascinating evening focusing on the re-introduction and migration of some of Scotland’s favourite animal species… (read more)

28, 29 October/ Dàmhair

Mairi Hedderwick readings and artwork

Various

Due to unforeseen circumstances the performances will no longer be going ahead.

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19th October/ 19mh Dàmhair

Teatr Biuro Podrozy: Macbeth

Eden Court, Inverness/ Talla Eden Court, Inbhir Nis

This stunning interpretation of Shakespeare’s ‘Scottish play’ will open the Highland Homecoming celebrations after rave reviews from audiences and critics around Europe. Prepare yourself for… (read more)

30th October/ 30mh Dàmhair

Ian Hardie and Duncan MacGillivray

Carnegie Hall, Clashmore

Ian (fiddles and viola) and Duncan (guitar, moothie, Scottish small pipes, Highland pipes). For this concert, and in the year of Homecoming, Ian and Duncan… (read more)

22nd October/ 22mh Dàmhair

“A Bard of Wolfe’s Army” - The Oral Memoirs of James Thompson, Gentleman Volunteer, 1757 – 1763

St Duthus Masonic Hall, Queen Street, Tain

Lieutenant Colonel Ian MacPherson MacCulloch delivers a rousing presentation on the life of James Thompson, a Tain man who left to join the 78th Fraser… (read more)

20, 22, 29, 30 October/Dàmhair

Come Listen to the Crofters – storytelling by Bob Pegg & Christina Stewart

Dunbeath / Eden Court / Rosehall / Boat of Garten

Come Listen to the Crofters is a spellbinding family entertainment which includes traditional stories, song and music. Capture the spirit of the old house ceilidhs… (read more)

27 October/ Dàmhair

The Making of Time Team

Fortrose Community Theatre

Groam House Museum - Professor Mick Aston of Channel 4’s popular archaeology programme Time Team will give the last talk in the 2009 series entitled… (read more)

28, 29 October/ Dàmhair

Katie Morag Children’s Show, by author Mairi Hedderwick

Strontian / Tobermory

Due to unforeseen circumstances the performances will no longer be going ahead.

(read more)