The Courier & Advertiser (Fife Edition)
EVENTS IN YOUR AREA
Aberfeldy
Lightness of Being III The Watermill, Mill Street, PH15 2BG, 01887 822896, until Sat June 30. Daily 10am–5.30pm, free. Exhibition that brings together classic mid-20th Century Danish and European lighting and ceramics, alongside contemporary Scandinavian furniture. www.aberfeldywatermill.com Spring Watch Safari Highland Safaris, Safari Lodge, Dull, PH15 2JQ, 01887 820071, until Sat June 30. Daily 6.30–9am, £52.50 (£35–£40). Discover what’s out and about in the bird and plant world. This amazing environment is home to unique alpine plants and animals. www.highlandsafaris.net
Anstruther
Catch of the Day: Fish and Food Fair The Scottish Fisheries Museum, St Ayles, Harbourhead, KY10 3AB, 01333 310628, Sat May 19, 10am–9pm, free. A fish and food fair for all the family – learn about local fishermen and buy their catches of the day. Later in the evening local chef Christopher Trotter will host a live cooking demonstration to highlight the best of local seafood and produce. www.scotfishmuseum.org
Arbroath
Larry Dean - Fandan The Webster Memorial Theatre, 64 High Street, DD11 1AW, 01241 435800, Thu May 24, 8pm, £8. Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee Larry Dean brings his criticallyacclaimed new show on tour. www.webstertheatre.co. uk Islands in the Stream The Webster Memorial Theatre, 64 High Street, DD11 1AW, 01241 435800, Sun May 20, 7.30pm, £19.50–£21. Musical celebrating the queen and king of country: Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers. entertainers.co.uk
Brechin
La Traviata Brechin City Hall, 9 Swan Street, DD9 6EE, 01307 461460, Thu May 24, 7.30pm, £5–£12. Tayside Opera perform one of the world’s most famous operas accompanied by an 18-piece orchestra. www.brechincityhall.org
Crieff
Linlithgow Rugby Club Male Voice Choir Innerpeffray Library, PH7 3RF, 01764 652819, Fri May 18, 7–9.30pm, £15. The only rugby club male voice choir in Scotland. www.innerpeffraylibrary.co.uk
Dundee
DJCAD Art Design and Architecture Degree Show Duncan of Jordanstone College of Art and Design, University of Dundee, 13 Perth Road, DD1 4HT, 01382 345330, until Sun May 27. Sat & Sun 10am–4pm; Mon-Fri 10am–8pm, free. The graduation show for final year DJCAD students. Come and spot the visual art stars of tomorrow. www.dundee.ac.uk/ degreeshow/2018
Dundee Design Festival Presents . . . Various venues, Dundee, DD1 1UQ, 01382 307456, until Sun May 27. Daily, times vary, prices vary. A seven-day celebration of both national and international design hosted by the UK’s only UNESCO City of Design. Featuring exhibitions, talks, tours and workshops, the festival will also mark the 2018 Year of Young People with a city-wide parade, the ‘Dundee Daunder’. www.dundeedesignfestival.com
Eve / Adam: Double Bill Dundee Rep, Tay Square, DD1 1PB, 01382 223530, Thu 24 & Fri 25 May, 7pm, prices vary. National Theatre of Scotland presents two uplifting, brave and deeply personal productions exploring extraordinary lives in transition. www.dundeerep.co.uk
Museum Talk: Steam Locomotives for the Edinburgh to Aberdeen Line Dundee Museum of Transport, Unit 10 Market Mews, Market Street, DD1 3LA, 01382 455196, Thu May 24, 6–7.15pm, prices vary. Join in for a fascinating talk on the steam locomotives for the Edinburgh to Aberdeen line with Alan MacFarlane. www.dmoft.co.uk
Seriously Dead Gardyne Theatre, Gardyne Road, DD5 1NY, 01382 434940, Thu May 24, 7.30pm, £23. A musical comedy about Thelma Henderson (deceased) who cannot gain entry through The Pearly Gates as the system has been digitised and she has the incorrect paperwork. Starring Crissy Rock, Tommy Cannon and Billy Pearce. www.gardynetheatre.org.uk
Whistle While You Work: Music of Maritime Life HM Frigate Unicorn, Victoria Dock, DD1 3BP, 01382 200900, Fri 18 & Sat 19 May, 10am–5pm, prices vary. An exhibition about the relationship between music and life at sea, whether these were songs to help with work, to reflect on life back home or to communicate ideas surrounding a sailor’s life. The showcase will include lyrics and the few written records that remain about these songs, as well as the chance to explore one of Britain’s oldest warships. www.frigateunicorn.org
Andy Warhol Class Dundee Contemporary Arts, 152 Nethergate, DD1 4DY, 01382 909900, Sat May 19, 10am–6pm, £65 (£45). A one-day intensive class on how to make prints using the same process as Warhol’s iconic pop art. Why not immortalise a famous person or friend in multi-coloured panels? Bring along some photos to work from. www.dca.org.uk
Are Ye Dancin’? – We’re Askin’! The McManus, Albert Square, Meadowside, DD1 1DA, 01382 307200, Sat May 19, 6.30–9pm, £5 (children £2.50). A journey across generations of dance in Dundee, led by Shaper/Caper Dance Company and students from Dundee & Angus College. A blend of dance, theatre and oral history that will lead participants across the galleries, before culminating in a grand finale under the McManus glitterball. www.shapercaper.com
Elio Pace: The Billy Joel Songbook Gardyne Theatre, Gardyne Road, DD5 1NY, 01382 434940, Sat May 19, 7.30pm, £27.50. Pace plays the songs of the Piano Man. www.eliopace.com
Generation, Dundee The McManus, Albert Square, Meadowside, DD1 1DA, 01382 307200, Sat May 19, 12–4pm, free. Inspired by Scotland’s Year of Young People and the Museum’s yearlong exhibition of portraiture, this event celebrates the life stories, creativity and aspiration of young Dundonians throughout the years. www.mcmanus.co.uk
The Journey to Hope and Recovery Dalhousie Building, University of Dundee, Old Hawkhill, Balfour Street, DD1 4HB, 01382 223181, Sat May 19, 6–7pm, free. Award winning mental health campaigner Jonny Benjamin is joined by Neil Laybourn, the ‘stranger’ who encountered him on a bridge when he was contemplating taking his own life. Together they talk about mental illness and how their chance encounter changed both of their lives forever. www.dundee.ac.uk
Princess Supercrafts! Waterstones, 35 Commercial Street, DD1 3DG, 0843 290 8287, Sat May 19, 10am–12pm, free. Celebrate a certain wedding with a prince and princess-themed crafting session! Make your own sparkly crown and take part in a fancy-dress contest for the chance to win some royal prizes. www.waterstones.co.uk
Etching for Beginners Dundee Contemporary Arts, 152 Nethergate, DD1 4DY, 01382 909900, Tue May 22, 6–8.30pm, £105 (£85). A six-week course teaching you how to create prints using metal plates. No experience necessary. www.dca.org.uk
Black and White Photography (Beginners) Dundee Contemporary Arts, 152 Nethergate, DD1 4DY, 01382 909900, Wed May 23, 6–8.30pm, £85 (£65). Learn how to process your own black and white film in a dark room, load development tanks, use contact sheets and print to get the best from your photos. Bring an exposed Ilford FP4 film. www.dca.org.uk
Talks & Tours: Tales from the Castle Broughty Castle Museum, Castle Approach, Broughty Ferry, DD5 2TF, 01382 436916, Wed May 23, 3–3.30pm, free. Guided tour around Broughty Castle exploring the history of the building and its museum collection. www.dundeecity.gov.uk./ broughtycastle
Walk Right Back Caird Hall, City Square, DD1 3BB, 01382 434940, Wed May 23, 7.30pm, £21.50. A musical about the rise, fall and reunion of The Everly Brothers. Featuring hits such as Bye Bye
Love, All I Have to Do is Dream and Cathy’s Clown. www.cairdhall.co.uk
Dunfermline
Rumours of Fleetwood Mac Alhambra Theatre, 35 Canmore Street, KY12 7NX, 01383 740384, Fri May 18, 7.30pm, £23.50. The Mick Fleet wood approved tribute act who cover the gamut of Mac material from the Peter Green era to the Buckingham/Nicks days. www.rumoursfm.com
Dunkeld
People’s Postcode Lottery Beaver Watch Loch of the Lowes Visitor Centre, Loch of the Lowes Wildlife Reserve, PH8 0HH, 01350 727337, Wed May 23, 7–9pm, £10 (£8; children £5). Find out more about beavers at this event supported by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. The evening includes a presentation by the Scottish Wildlife Trust including video clips of beaver activity and exclusive evening access to the Crannog Hide with the chance to spot beavers. Booking essential. www.scottishwildlifetrust.org.uk/events
Glenrothes
Crimes Under the Sun Rothes Halls, Kingdom Centre, KY7 5NX, 01592 612121, Thu May 24, 7.30pm, £15. Award-winning theatre company New Old Friends present the comedy thriller directed by James Farrell. www.onfife.com
Reimagi Nation: Glenrothes Rothes Halls, Kingdom Centre, KY7 5NX, 01592 612121, Thu May 17–Sat May 19, times vary, prices vary. Three days of events and activities for all ages featuring writers, musicians and poets, including Val McDermid, Christopher Brookmyre, Mark Billingham, Sally Magnusson, Judy Murray, Archie Macpherson and more. www.edbookfest.co.uk
Kirkcaldy
Tae Sup Wi’ a Fifer Adam Smith Theatre, Bennochy Road, KY1 1ET, 01592 583302, Fri May 18, 8pm, £15. Fife’s folkster James Yorkston curates a programme of nights. Joined by Ian McMillan, Grace Petrie and Withered Hand. www.taesup.co.uk
Keep It Cash Adam Smith Theatre, Bennochy Road, KY1 1ET, 01592 583302, Fri May 18, 7.30pm, £15. A three-piece tribute to Johnny Cash. www.keepitcash.net
Lost Shores Ceilidh Band Adam Smith Theatre, Bennochy Road, KY1 1ET, 01592 583302, Sat May 19, times tbc, £5. Fresh and exciting Fife band who enjoy a good ceilidh. www.onfife.com
Kirriemuir
For Those About to Rock Gateway to the Glens Museum, High Street, DD8 4BB, 01575 575479, Fri May 18, 10am–5pm, free. Annual showcase of AC/ DC memorabilia, which celebrates Kirriemuir’s connection to the iconic rock band as the birthplace of lead singer Bon Scott. Artefacts include photographs, posters, rare records and tapes, as well as signed promotional objects. www.festivalofmuseums.com
Lochgelly
Bluebells and Summer Flowers Walk Lochore Meadows Country Park, Crosshill, KY5 8BA, 01592 583343, Sat May 19, 10am–4pm, free. A morning walk to explore a bluebell wood in Fife, Harran Hill Wood, with the option of staying on for an afternoon exploration of the Clune for spring flowers. Meet in the car park. www.lochoremeadows.org.uk
Craig Campbell: Easy Tiger Lochgelly Centre, Bank Street, KY5 9RD, 01592 583303, Sat May 19, 7.30pm, £15. Observational humour from the charismatic Canadian stand-up. www.craigcampbell.info
Perth
Between the Crosses Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, PH1 5UW, 01738 621031, Thu May 24, 6.45pm, £15. Between the recorded interviews, between the military records, between the silence, this new play explores a soldier’s untold emotional journey. www.horsecross.co.uk
Elephant Sessions, Fara and Siobhan Miller Perth Concert Hall, Mill Street, PH1 5HZ, 01738 621031, Wed May 23, 7.30pm, £20. A triple-bill of awardwinning musical acts performing Scottish and Celtic indie trad folk. www.horsecross.co.uk
An Evening of Eric and Ern Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, PH1 5UW, 01738 621031, Thu May 24, 8pm, £10–£20. Renditions of famous comedy sketches drawn from Morecambe and Wise’s most loved routines. www.horsecross.co.uk
Perth Festival of the Arts Perth Concert Hall, Mill Street, PH1 5HZ, 01738 621 031, until Sat May 26. Daily 10am–11pm, prices vary. Music, comedy, theatre, dance and visual arts are all up for grabs at this festival. www.perthfestival.co.uk
ArTay: Pop-Up Gallery Perth Concert Hall, Mill Street, PH1 5HZ, 01738 621031, Thu 17 May– Sun 20 May, 10am–7pm, free. A massive display of over 300 works of art from over 80 artists from across Scotland will be displayed in a marquee outside the Concert Hall, perfect for both the casual browser and the serious collector. From established artists to upand-comers, the range covers paintings and prints to ceramics, woodwork and jewellery. www.horsecross.co.uk
English Touring Opera: Fireworks - An Evening Of Rossini’s Greatest Arias Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, PH1 5UW, 01738 621031, Fri May 18, 7.30pm, £15–£25. A concert of highlights from Rossini’s greatest operas, featuring scenes from Otello, La donna del
lago – based on Sir Walter Scott’s narrative poem ‘Lady of the Lake’ – Maometto II, Elisabetta and Ermione. Conducted by John Andrews, featuring tenors John-Colyn Gyeantey and Luciano Botelho. Sung in Italian. www.horsecross.co.uk
Jools Holland and His Rhythm & Blues Orchestra Perth Concert Hall, Mill Street, PH1 5HZ, 01738 621031, Fri May 18, 7.30pm, £38. Jools and his band play classic boogie woogie and rock’n’roll tunes for your merriment. www.joolsholland.com
Children’s Classic Concerts: Peter and the Wolf and other stories Perth Concert Hall, Mill Street, PH1 5HZ, 01738 621031, Sat May 19, 11am, £6–£10. Prokofiev’s symphonic fairy tale Peter and the
Wolf is brought to life on stage in a fantastical adventure of musical storytelling as the musicians transport you from Peter’s enchanted forest to Romeo and Juliet’s castle, stopping off for a spin around Sleeping Beauty’s ballroom. www.childrensclassicconcerts.co.uk
Dino Night: Museum Late Perth Museum and Art Gallery, 78 George Street, PH1 5LB, 01738 632488, Sat May 19, 7–9pm, £12. An after-hours Jurassic event for adults, featuring a silent disco, fossil excavation, acrobatics from Perth’s own Adventure Circus, virtual reality adventures and more. www.culturepk.org.uk
Grimethorpe Colliery Band Perth Concert Hall, Mill Street, PH1 5HZ, 01738 621031, Sat May 19, 7.30pm, £20. Under the musical direction of Brian Grant, the National Brass Bandwinning ensemble plays popular classics. www.grimethorpeband.com
Inspiring Illustration with Jill Calder Perth Concert Hall, Mill Street, PH1 5HZ, 01738 621031, Sat May 19, 3pm, free. Join Jill Calder as she explains her work and creative process, giving access to original drawings from her new book The Picture Atlas. www.horsecross.co.uk
Jacobites and Redcoats – Battle for the Highlands The Black Watch Castle and Museum, Balhousie Castle, Hay Street, PH1 5HR, 01738 638152, Sat May 19, 10am–4pm, £3. Discover the origins of the Black Watch, Scotland’s oldest Highlands regiment, as they struggle for control of the Highlands against the government redcoats. Learn how to wield eraappropriate weaponry and take part in a fearsome Highland charge. www.festivalofmuseums.com
The Nutcracker and I Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, PH1 5UW, 01738 621031, Sat May 19, 7.30pm, £10–£15. A new and innovative 50-minute live performance based on the magical Christmas story, with a pianist, ballerina and exquisite digital animations. www.horsecross.co.uk
BBC Music Introducing In ScotlandwithVic Galloway Salutation Hotel, South Street, PH2 8PH, 01738 630066, Sun May 20, 6.30–8pm, free. Vic Galloway of BBC Radio Scotland presents a selection of emerging local talent, including the likes of Dundee’s own Be Charlotte, Glasgowbased indie rockers Savage Mansion and the otherworldly sounds of singer-songwriter and producer SHHE. www.strathmorehotels.com
Royal Northern Sinfonia Perth Concert Hall, Mill Street, PH1 5HZ, 01738 621031, Sun May 20, 8pm, £20–£28. Founded in 1958, the Northern Sinfonia was awarded Royal status in 2013 to reflect its standing as one of the UK’s most versatile and imaginative ensembles. Lars Vogt conducts works by Beethoven. www.sagegateshead.com
Ruby Wax: Frazzled Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, PH1 5UW, 01738 621031, Sun May 20, 7.30pm, £10–£20. Ruby Wax discusses her new book, Frazzled, a guide to mindfulness. www.rubywax.net
An Evening with Richard Coles Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, PH1 5UW, 01738 621031, Mon May 21, 7.30pm, £10–£20. An evening with former Communard and now Reverend Richard Coles. www.horsecross.co.uk
Tenebrae St John’s Kirk, St John’s Place, PH1 5SZ, 01738 633192, Tue May 22, 7.30pm, £25–£35. Tenebrae was formed in 2001 by ex-King’s Singer
James Yorkston’s
Nigel Short and Barbara Pollock, and has made acclaimed recordings of sacred works by Victoria and Fauré, as well as championing contemporary choral music. Music from and inspired by WWI. www.tenebrae-choir.com
Emma Johnson’s Clarinet Goes To Town Perth Theatre, 185 High Street, PH1 5UW, 01738 621031, Wed May 23, times tbc, £10–£20. Emma Johnson traces the roots of traditional American jazz whilst paying tribute to some of the greatest clarinetists of all time – Sidney Bechet, Benny Goodman and Artie Shaw – with the help of John Lenehan (piano) and Paul Clarvis (percussion). www.horsecross.co.uk
St Andrews
Byre Writers: From Page to Stage Byre Theatre, Abbey Street, KY16 9LA, 01334 475000, Fri May 18, 7.15pm, £5. Experience new writing by members of the Byre Writers Group, which will be brought to life by actors from the St Andrews Play Club in two evenings of rehearsed readings. Script length and subject matter vary widely, from the long to the short, and from the light to the rather dark. www.byretheatre.com
Hidden Gems of France Wine and Charcuterie Tasting The Scores Hotel, 76 The Scores, KY16 9BB, 01334 472451, Fri May 18, 7.30–9.30pm, £36. A fun tasting featuring 13 wines from lesser-known regions and grapes of France, alongside a selection of hams, pate, rillettes, cheeses and breads. No previous knowledge of wine is necessary – only a love of French food and wine. Led by Master of Wine Rose Murray Brown. www.bwscoreshotel.co.uk
Baba Yaga Byre Theatre, Abbey Street, KY16 9LA, 01334 475000, Sat May 19, 3pm, £8. A hilarious musical retelling of an old Russian folktale for children aged 7 to 12 years and families. www.byretheatre.com
Ever to Excel: An Afternoon of Discovery Museum of the University of St Andrews, 7a The Scores, KY16 9AR, 01334 461660, Sat May 19, 2–4pm, free. Learn about the current research going on at the University of St Andrews with experts at the Enduring Gifts gallery, from art history to medicine. Booking essential. www.st-andrews.ac.uk/musa
Martyrs, Masons and Monarchs St Andrews Castle, The Scores, KY16 9AR, 01334 477196, Sun May 20, 12–4pm, included in admission. Find out how stonemasons constructed the historic St Andrews Castle, handle artefacts that have been excavated by archaeologists, and meet some colourful characters from history. www.historicenvironment.scot