ICA Nov 2015 - issue 159

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Hvor Er De Film!?!Ace fi lms from all over the world at the Inverness Film Festival.

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3790 minutes, 39 fi lms, 24 countries, 18 shorts,13 scottish premieres, 3 uk premieres, 4 award-winning fi lms, and 1 Saoirse Ronan.

more: fi lms (39)countries (24)shorts (18)awards (4)plus 13 Scottish premieresand 3 UK premieres

Turn to inside back pages for festival timetableVisit invernessfilmfestival.com for tickets, details & pdf programme. Box Offi ce: 01463 234 234

UK Ireland France Belgium Italy Spain Germany Poland Greece Denmark Norway Romania Bulgaria Czech Republic Hungary Kazakhstan Georgia USA Canada Phillipines Ethiopia Qatar India Japan

…Enjoy a world of fi lm at the 2015 Inverness Film Festival

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3790 minutes, 39 fi lms, 24 countries, 18 shorts,13 scottish premieres, 3 uk premieres, 4 award-winning fi lms, and 1 Saoirse Ronan.

more: fi lms (39)countries (24)shorts (18)awards (4)plus 13 Scottish premieresand 3 UK premieres

Turn to inside back pages for festival timetableVisit invernessfilmfestival.com for tickets, details & pdf programme. Box Offi ce: 01463 234 234

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Weather the weather…Can’t really believe this is the November issue, sitting in warm sunshine just a couple of miles outside Inverness. Weird. Doubtless by the time the postie shoves his frozen mitt through your letterbox with yours truly, normality will have returned and you’ll shout mam to put a log on the fi re and light an extra candle to read this by. #winterlove Anyway, never mind the cold – there’s heaps to do, not least the Inverness Film Festival. If you’ve never been, go. It’s a chance to see some great fi lms before they hit cinemas and also to sample something a bit more off-the-wall from around the globe.///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Inside issue 159 – ART: In addition to HICA’s interesting Alan Johnston geometric abstracts exhibition and annual staple the Strathpeffer Art Fair, IMAG’s ‘Four Portraits’ show features work from great rivals of British portraiture, Joshua Reynolds & Thomas Gainsborough! | FILM: Don’t miss the Inverness Film Festival at Eden Court with 16 UK or Scottish premieres, you might also want to catch the fi nal Hunger Games movie or the much awaited Steve Jobs biopic or the latest Speilberg–Hanks collab, Bridge Of Spies… | KIDS: From sawing rabbits for 5–8 yr olds in Magic Sho to the ‘200% anarchic, 400% explosive’ Ministry of Science Live. Lawks. | MUSIC: Giants in the form of Judge Jules, Billy Bragg and Nils Lofgren jostle for attention with folk stars Peatbog Faeries and Treacherous Orchestra or new indie aces Man Of Moon and our own Schnarff Schnarff, while you’ll be well advised not to miss Admirial Fallow, Karima Francis, Tim Kilphuis and Scot-indie peers, Idlewild… | SPECIALS: Warm yourself amongst the Fawksian fun at the Inverness Bonfi re & Fireworks (plus other displays) or cool off with Andy Kirkpatrick’s tales of cold climbing. | SPORT: SPFL despots Celtic have to make two trips up the averaged-speed A9 this month – to both Ross County and Inverness CT. Poor loves. | THEATRE: Plenty to choose from – the moving music and drama of Far Far From Ypres at one end of the scale to a stage production of It’s A Wonderful Life, posh japes with Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense, or other nonsense in the form of Vampires Rock: Ghost Train, a Calamity Jane Panto (us either), comedian Daniel Sloss or circus theatre on skates show, Life On Wheels at the other.Why didn’t anyone think of that before? It’s so stupid, it’s positively brilliant!: whatsonhighlands.com

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CONTENTS >>>>>>>>>>>>>>ART ...............................................................P09FILM ............................................................P12KIDS .............................................................P15MUSIC ........................................................ P16SPECIALS .................................................P27

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Weather the weather…Can’t really believe this is the November issue, sitting in warm sunshine just a couple of miles outside Inverness. Weird. Doubtless by the time the postie shoves his frozen mitt through your letterbox with yours truly, normality will have returned and you’ll shout mam to put a log on the fi re and light an extra candle to read this by. #winterlove Anyway, never mind the cold – there’s heaps to do, not least the Inverness Film Festival. If you’ve never been, go. It’s a chance to see some great fi lms before they hit cinemas and also to sample something a bit more off-the-wall from around the globe.///////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// Inside issue 159 – ART: In addition to HICA’s interesting Alan Johnston geometric abstracts exhibition and annual staple the Strathpeffer Art Fair, IMAG’s ‘Four Portraits’ show features work from great rivals of British portraiture, Joshua Reynolds & Thomas Gainsborough! | FILM: Don’t miss the Inverness Film Festival at Eden Court with 16 UK or Scottish premieres, you might also want to catch the fi nal Hunger Games movie or the much awaited Steve Jobs biopic or the latest Speilberg–Hanks collab, Bridge Of Spies… | KIDS: From sawing rabbits for 5–8 yr olds in Magic Sho to the ‘200% anarchic, 400% explosive’ Ministry of Science Live. Lawks. | MUSIC: Giants in the form of Judge Jules, Billy Bragg and Nils Lofgren jostle for attention with folk stars Peatbog Faeries and Treacherous Orchestra or new indie aces Man Of Moon and our own Schnarff Schnarff, while you’ll be well advised not to miss Admirial Fallow, Karima Francis, Tim Kilphuis and Scot-indie peers, Idlewild… | SPECIALS: Warm yourself amongst the Fawksian fun at the Inverness Bonfi re & Fireworks (plus other displays) or cool off with Andy Kirkpatrick’s tales of cold climbing. | SPORT: SPFL despots Celtic have to make two trips up the averaged-speed A9 this month – to both Ross County and Inverness CT. Poor loves. | THEATRE: Plenty to choose from – the moving music and drama of Far Far From Ypres at one end of the scale to a stage production of It’s A Wonderful Life, posh japes with Jeeves & Wooster in Perfect Nonsense, or other nonsense in the form of Vampires Rock: Ghost Train, a Calamity Jane Panto (us either), comedian Daniel Sloss or circus theatre on skates show, Life On Wheels at the other.Why didn’t anyone think of that before? It’s so stupid, it’s positively brilliant!: whatsonhighlands.com

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We could never accuse H-I-C-A of pandering to any kind of lowest common denominator, the gallery continuing to resolutely showcase art that demands some kind of thinking about. Their latest exhibition by ALAN JOHNSTON which runs from 08 NOV–13 DEC is no exception, the work of one of the country’s leading geometric abstract artists involving “a necessary reciprocity between the instinctual negotiations of momentary circumstance, through the production of small-scale and irregular pencil lines, and the formation, from these, of large-scale, planned and measured constructions.” Got that? Intriguing at the very least.

If you want your art a little more conventional, head along to IMAG from 21 NOV–02 JAN where they’re displaying four portraits by the country’s fi nest eighteenth century artists, three by JOSHUA REYNOLDS and one by THOMAS GAINSBOROUGH. The pictures come from a private Highland collection so this is a once in a lifetime chance to see them up close.

A word too for the always excellent STRATHPEFFER PAVILION ART FAIR, on from 26–29 NOV, which as well as being a major fundraiser for the Pavilion is also a spectacularly colourful event showcasing for sale over 300 original works by around 100 Highland artists. Entry is free.

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Spectators are invited to assemble at Crown Primary and join Santa and his Giant Snowmen in the Parade, which will pause in the High Street for the Countdown before escorting the Provost through the streets to the Old High Church for the traditional

Children’s Christmas Carol Concert “Ding Dong Merrily Old High” which starts at 6.30pm.

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Wow, where on earth to start with this year’s INVERNESS FILM FESTIVAL?!Perhaps with the other fi lms released this month – such as HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PT2 with J-Law or Danny Boyle’s Sorkin-penned STEVE JOBS or Spielberg’s BRIDGE OF SPIES with Tom Hanks. There’s also Maggie Smith on Alan Bennet’s drive in THE LADY IN THE VAN, Cate Blanchett and Rooney Mara in CAROL, Bradley Cooper in BURNT, Brit-pop meets American Psycho KILL YOUR FRIENDS, and BORUTO – ie the son of Naruto.

But back to the fi lm festival – can’t emphasize enough to you how good this event is - a really strong line-up of fl icks to see, many of them UK or Scottish premieres. Impossible to cover them all here (see invernessfi lmfestival.com) but we’ll try to outline our top tips: Opening fi lm is BROOKLYN [1], a 50s NY vs rural Ireland rom-dram featuring Saoirse Ronan and Domhnall Gleeson, competing for your love with French rom-com QUANTUM LOVE [2] starring the awesome François Cluzet and Sophie Marceau. Closing the fi rst day is stunning feat – VICTORIA is fi lmed in ONE TAKE (!) from beginning to end, telling the story of a Spanish student starting in a Berlin dance club and ending up involved in a bank robbery. Part love story, part heist, part thriller, totally compelling. Get a ticket while you can. And there’s four more days of this! There’s two more fi lms involving bank robbing – NOW OR NEVER and CLOSER TO THE MOON – the former a French movie about a housewife comandeering a thief, the latter set in 1959 Romania and featuring the brilliant Vera Farmiga and Mark Strong; and another French contribution, the emotive VALLEY OF LOVE with the irresistable re-pairing of Isabelle Huppert and Gerard Depardieu. If you like viewing your screen thrills through your fi ngers then both BONE TOMAHAWK [3] (horror/western with Kurt Russell, Patrick Wilson, Matthew Fox, cannibals and much VIOLENCE) and THE WITCH [4] (pre-Salem New England with evil animals and spirits, child disappearances and possessions) are for you. Yikes. Really, yikes! If laughing’s more your thing then we can recommend either the multi award-winning GÜEROS – a Mexican road/coming-of-age movie with a difference, or GRANDMA [5] in featuring a not-to-be-missed tour-de-force performance from Lily Tomlin. Gentler fun can be had from SLEEPING WITH OTHER PEOPLE (“When Harry Met Sally for A**holes”) with Jason Sudeikis & Alison Brie and LEARNING TO DRIVE [6], a charming ‘clash of cultures’ fi lm with Ben Kingsely’s Sikh driving instructor teaching Patricia Clarkson’s frustrated Manhattan author. Weirdness should be in evidence at any self-respecting fi lm festival – so try out CARNIVAL OF SOULS, a fi lm with no pictures, a blindfold and headphones for all (!) or the Phillipines-based RUINED HEART: ANOTHER LOVE STORY BETWEEN

A CRIMINAL AND A WHORE [7] (“an orgy of sex, violence and crime with a banging soundtrack”) , or Tobey Maguire taking on the role of US chess prodigy-turned-political exile, Bobby Fisher, in PAWN SACRIFICE. The truth is stranger than fi ction. More of which in the stunning documentary STEVE MCQUEEN: THE MAN & LE MANS. Elsewhere, you shouldn’t miss Karen Gillan’s directorial debut short, COWARD, or Viggo Mortensen in FAR FROM MEN adapted from Camus’ The Guest and with a Nick Cave/Warren Ellis soundtrack. Bringing the whole thing to a close is the Scottish Premiere of Scott Cooper’s BLACK MASS [8] with Johnny Depp’s much-talked-about outing as crime boss Whitey Bulger – see it before yer pals. Wow.

For fi lm reviews and latest screening times, visit whatonhighlands.com

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CONT’D FROM OCT: SPECTRE @ EC & Vue

FROM FRI 30 OCT UNDER MILK WOOD @ Vue STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON @ EC

FROM SAT 31 OCT Screamathon @ EC: MONSTER HOUSE 11amBRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN THE MUMMY 3pm A GIRL WALKS HOME ALONE AT NIGHT 5pm HAXÄN: WITCHCRAFT THROUGH THE AGES 8.15pm ROSEMARY’S BABY

SUN 01 NOV WINGS OF DESIRE @ EC 5.15pmONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST (15) @ EC, 1.15pm

FROM MON 02 NOV FIDELIO, ALICE’S JOURNEY (15) @ EC

TUE 03 NOV InFiFa invernessfilmfans.org * A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH (U) @ EC, 7.15pm

WED 04–SUN 08 NOV INVERNESS FILM FESTIVAL: @ EC for details visit: invernessfilmfestival.com (see timetable inside back page)

FROM FRI 06 NOV <* BROOKLYN @ Vue<* BURNT @ Vue<* KILL YOUR FRIENDS @ Vue

FROM MON 09 NOV RONALDO @ Vue ie: CristianoNT LIVE: HAMLET @ EC 7pm

TUE 10 NOV

French Film Festival ( FFF ):ALL ABOUT THEM @ EC

WED 11 NOV FFF > THE LADY IN THE CAR WITH GLASSES AND A GUN @ EC 8.15pm

THU 12 NOVROYAL BALLET: CARMEN/ VISCERA/ AFTERNOON OF A FAUN/ TCHAIKOVSKY PAS DE DEUX

FROM FRI 13 NOV <* STEVE JOBS @ Vue

<* THE LADY IN THE VAN @ VueFATHERS & DAUGHTERS @ Vue with Russell CroweTHE HALLOW @ Vue* SICARIO @ EC Much lauded drug cartel thriller with Emily Blunt & Benicio Del Toro* MISTRESS AMERICA @ EC New Noah Baumbach – well worth a peek…

SAT 14 NOV ENO: BARBER OF SEVILLE @EC AMERICAN MOVIE @ Old Brewery, Cromarty, 8pm

FROM SUN 15 NOV A WALK IN THE WOODS @ EC FFF > THE DIARY OF A CHAMBERMAID @ EC Cult Cinema: Film Pizza, BeerBLADE (18) @ EC, 8pm

MON 16 NOV FFF > * THE BIG BLUE @ ECQueer Women In Love (QWIL):THE WEDDING SONG @ EC

TUE 17 NOV InFiFa invernessfilmfans.org * THE CONFORMIST @ EC

WED 18 NOVLOVE (18) @ EC from the provocative Gaspar Noé

FROM THU 19 NOV <* HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PT2 @ Vue NT LIVE: OF MICE AND MEN @ EC

FROM FRI 20 NOV STEVE MCQUEEN: THE MAN & LE MANS @ EC + Vue MOMENTUM @ VueMR CALZAGHE @ VueTHE DRESSMAKER @ Vue with Kate WinsletTHE PERFECT GUY @ Vue<* BROOKLYN (12A) @ EC

Take One Action Film Festival: FOOD CHAINS @ EC

FROM SAT 21 NOV MET OPERA: LULU @ Vue** THE LOBSTER @ EC Weird and unmissable

PAN (PG) @ ECTake One Action Film Festival:LANDFILL HARMONIC @ ECTHE DIVIDE @ ECTHIS CHANGES EVERYTHING @ EC

SUN 22 NOVTake One Action Film Festival:CASABLANCA CALLING @ ECTHE PRICE WE PAY @ EC

TUE 24 NOV

FFF > ZARAFA (PG) @ EC 10amWARREN MILLER @ EC Snow sports movieQWIL > DESERT HEARTS @ EC

WED 25 NOV FFF > MY KING (18) @EC 6pmHIGHLAND SPIRITUAL CINEMA @ Nairn CC, 7.30pm

FROM THU 26 NOV BRANAGH THEATRE LIVE: THE WINTER’S TALE @ EC Cult Cinema: Film Pizza, Beer * HELLBOY @ EC, 8.30pm

FROM FRI 27 NOV <* BLACK MASS @ Vue + EC<* CAROL @ Vue<* GRANDMA @ VueCREED @ Vue Boxing flick with Rocky again…BEING AP @ Vue (as in McCoy)FFF > YOUNG TIGER @EC 10amRED ARMY @ EC

* CRIMSON PEAK @ EC * KON TIKI @ Nairn Comm Centre, 7.30pm

SAT 28 NOV HAND GESTURES @EC 7.15pm

SUN 29 NOV FFF > THE LAST DIAMOND @EC

MON 30 NOV QWIL > BOUND @EC

EC FILM GUIDE >>> P23–26

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7 2 5A swain getting slain for the love of a queen – check whatsonhighlands.com for reviews & latest times

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CONT’D FROM OCT: SPECTRE @ EC & Vue

FROM FRI 30 OCT UNDER MILK WOOD @ Vue STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON @ EC

FROM SAT 31 OCT Screamathon @ EC:MONSTER HOUSE 11amBRIDE OF FRANKENSTEIN THE MUMMY 3pmA GIRL WALKS HOME ALONE AT NIGHT 5pmHAXÄN: WITCHCRAFT THROUGH THE AGES 8.15pm ROSEMARY’S BABY

SUN 01 NOVWINGS OF DESIRE @ EC 5.15pmONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST (15) @ EC, 1.15pm

FROM MON 02 NOV FIDELIO, ALICE’S JOURNEY (15) @ EC

TUE 03 NOV InFiFa invernessfilmfans.org * A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH (U) @ EC, 7.15pm

WED 04–SUN 08 NOV INVERNESS FILM FESTIVAL: @ EC for details visit: invernessfilmfestival.com (see timetable inside back page)

FROM FRI 06 NOV <* BROOKLYN @ Vue<* BURNT @ Vue<* KILL YOUR FRIENDS @ Vue

FROM MON 09 NOV RONALDO @ Vue ie: CristianoNT LIVE: HAMLET @ EC 7pm

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French Film Festival ( FFF ):ALL ABOUT THEM @ EC

WED 11 NOV FFF > THE LADY IN THE CAR WITH GLASSES AND A GUN @ EC 8.15pm

THU 12 NOVROYAL BALLET: CARMEN/ VISCERA/ AFTERNOON OF A FAUN/ TCHAIKOVSKY PAS DE DEUX

FROM FRI 13 NOV <* STEVE JOBS @ Vue

<* THE LADY IN THE VAN @ VueFATHERS & DAUGHTERS @ Vue with Russell CroweTHE HALLOW @ Vue* SICARIO @ EC Much lauded drug cartel thriller with Emily Blunt & Benicio Del Toro* MISTRESS AMERICA @ EC New Noah Baumbach – well worth a peek…

SAT 14 NOV ENO: BARBER OF SEVILLE @EC AMERICAN MOVIE @ Old Brewery, Cromarty, 8pm

FROM SUN 15 NOV A WALK IN THE WOODS @ EC FFF > THE DIARY OF A CHAMBERMAID @ EC Cult Cinema: Film Pizza, BeerBLADE (18) @ EC, 8pm

MON 16 NOV FFF > * THE BIG BLUE @ ECQueer Women In Love (QWIL):THE WEDDING SONG @ EC

TUE 17 NOV InFiFa invernessfilmfans.org * THE CONFORMIST @ EC

WED 18 NOVLOVE (18) @ EC from the provocative Gaspar Noé

FROM THU 19 NOV <* HUNGER GAMES: MOCKINGJAY PT2 @ Vue NT LIVE: OF MICE AND MEN @ EC

FROM FRI 20 NOV STEVE MCQUEEN: THE MAN & LE MANS @ EC + Vue MOMENTUM @ VueMR CALZAGHE @ VueTHE DRESSMAKER @ Vue with Kate WinsletTHE PERFECT GUY @ Vue<* BROOKLYN (12A) @ EC

Take One Action Film Festival: FOOD CHAINS @ EC

FROM SAT 21 NOV MET OPERA: LULU @ Vue** THE LOBSTER @ EC Weird and unmissable

PAN (PG) @ ECTake One Action Film Festival:LANDFILL HARMONIC @ ECTHE DIVIDE @ ECTHIS CHANGES EVERYTHING @ EC

SUN 22 NOVTake One Action Film Festival:CASABLANCA CALLING @ ECTHE PRICE WE PAY @ EC

TUE 24 NOV

FFF > ZARAFA (PG) @ EC 10amWARREN MILLER @ EC Snow sports movieQWIL > DESERT HEARTS @ EC

WED 25 NOV FFF > MY KING (18) @EC 6pmHIGHLAND SPIRITUAL CINEMA @ Nairn CC, 7.30pm

FROM THU 26 NOV BRANAGH THEATRE LIVE: THE WINTER’S TALE @ EC Cult Cinema: Film Pizza, Beer * HELLBOY @ EC, 8.30pm

FROM FRI 27 NOV <* BLACK MASS @ Vue + EC<* CAROL @ Vue<* GRANDMA @ VueCREED @ Vue Boxing flick with Rocky again…BEING AP @ Vue (as in McCoy)FFF > YOUNG TIGER @EC 10amRED ARMY @ EC

* CRIMSON PEAK @ EC * KON TIKI @ Nairn Comm Centre, 7.30pm

SAT 28 NOV HAND GESTURES @EC 7.15pm

SUN 29 NOV FFF > THE LAST DIAMOND @EC

MON 30 NOV QWIL > BOUND @EC

EC FILM GUIDE >>> P23–26

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FRI 30 & SAT 31 OCT HALLOWEEN SHOW @ Ness Islands, 6.30-8.30pm The biggest Halloween Party in the Highlands takes place at Ness Islands, a great free event for all the family. See p2-3

SAT 31 OCT HALLOWEEN SCREAMATHON - KIDS WORKSHOPS @ Eden Court. All day and evening film screenings for all ages. Free children’s mask making and horror makeup workshops. Win prizes for best junior and senior costumes. Spooky food and drink. Free Children’s Workshops:Children’s Under 8’s mask making, 10am – 10.45am, Maclean Room. Booking Essential. Join in the fun with Eden Court Creative and make your own spooky Halloween Mask! Please wear old clothes. Over 8’s Halloween Horror Makeup, 10am – 12 pm, Bishop’s Palace Chapel. Booking Essential. Get ready

for Trick or Treating with Eden Court CREATIVE and learn scary makeup techniques from stage and screen! Prizes for best Halloween Costumes - Don’t forget to dress up! There are prizes to be won including a Halloween Goody Bag and family cinema pass for the best junior Fancy Dress and for the best senior costume a three Film Pass for two adults to the Inverness Film Festival, November 4th – 8th 2015.*Judging Best Junior Costume before 11am Monster House Screening. *Judging Best Senior Costume before 5pm A Girl Walks Home Alone At Night screening.

LANDMARK’S LEGENDARY FOAM WEEKEND @ Landmark Adventure Takes place at the Wild Watercoaster.

HALLOWEEN @ Scottish Dolphin Ctr, 6pm. Ghastly ghouls, devilish demons and spooky spectres await you in the Icehouse. There will be games, music, fancy dress and pumpkin soup so come along and join the fun! £2 per child. 01343 820 339

SAT 14 NOV MAGIC SHO @ Eden Court, 4.30pm, ABRACADABRA! Magic Sho waves her magic wand and a small white rabbit suddenly appears. She saws the rabbit in half, she levitates him under a silk handkerchief, she puts him into a velvet bag and smashes him into a million pieces with a hammer before (magically) making him whole again* It’s all going really well - so why does the rabbit look so unhappy? A brand new show for ages 5-8 years featuring a rabbit who never misses a trick and a magician who sometimes forgets to say the magic word.*Please note: no rabbits (not even toy ones)

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FRI 20 NOV MINISTRY OF SCIENCE LIVE @ Eden Court, 1pm, 7pm, WARNING! WARNING! 100% Educational. 200% Anarchic. 300% Entertaining. 400% Explosive. This is a public safety announcement. Please keep your head firmly on your

shoulders, and your arms, legs and feet inside the ride at all times - Ministry of Science Live is about to explode onto the stage! Not your ordinary science show - it comes with a bang and a whoosh. But most of all is comes with a hovercraft built on stage. Oh, and a Human Cannon too! This new production takes an anarchic approach to science communication whilst looking at the inventors and engineers who have shaped and inspired the modern world that we live in. From Liquid Nitrogen frozen flowers to Hydrogen Bottle Rockets. From Buzz Aldrin to Virgin Galactic. From a cat food tin to the Hovercraft. From the discovery of Methane to the invention of the Battery. Join the super talented presenters and the voiceover from above (X Factor’s Peter Dickson) as they take you on a journey using brilliantly designed demonstrations with a few loud bangs to lead the way. Fingers in ears advised.

This is the time of year when kids technically begin the run-up to Xmas, a run-up that’s got longer and more temptation strewn with every passing year. So there’s the Halloween shenanigans on Ness Islands at the end of October, closely followed by the Inverness Bonfi re and Fireworks in Bught Park (P27) and then, before you know it the Christmas Lights are on – and everyone’s making their list for Santa. Giddy times.Distractions are therefore all but unnecessary, though it’s nice to see a few opportunities to make a brief diversion from the inevitable hurtle towards the festive season. First up is the slightly odd sounding MAGIC SHO (yep, that’s how it’s spelt) at EDEN COURT on 14 NOV at 4.30pm. It’s a brand new show for 5–8 yr olds featuring “a rabbit who never misses a trick and a magician who sometimes forgets to say the magic word”. A recipe for catastrophe or a neat twist on the art of illusion? We tend to suspect the latter, especially since we’re assured no animals are harmed. More wonder at the MINISTRY OF SCIENCE LIVE event at EDEN COURT on 20 NOV. From the creative team behind Brainiac Live and a whole load of other explosive science shows, this new production takes an anarchic approach to science communication whilst looking at the inventors and engineers who have shaped and inspired the modern world that we live in. Finally, a word for the always excellent SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL (EDEN COURT, 19 NOV) and a big thumbs up for the fact that the INVERNESS FILM FESTIVAL (see programme details elsewhere in this issue) has lots of stuff for kids to enjoy…

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It’s not that often we get a bona fi de Living Legend playing up here, but that’s certainly the case with NILS LOFGREN [2] who comes to EDEN COURT on 16 NOV. After touring with Bruce Springsteen as a long-time member of the E Street Band, Lofgren is back on the road to perform his own legendary live show. Recently inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the E Street Band, Nils released Face the Music - a retrospective box set of his 45 years of recording - last year, so he obviously has quite a back catalogue to pluck from.

Not quite a living legend, but certainly infl uential for a certain generation, BILLY BRAGG [1] (EC 27 NOV/UNIVERSAL HALL 28 NOV) started off inspired in equal parts by Woody Guthrie and The Clash, his smart way with words making up for the fact that he’s never had the fi nest of voices. Strident, sentimental and rarely short of an opinion, his shows should be entertaining. And we’re fascinated as to how “Brave New England” will go down up here. Support comes from the equally entertaining DUKE SPECIAL, so get there early.

It’s a good month for those dabbling in the rock genre, with IDLEWILD [9] putting in an appearance at IRONWORKS on 25 NOV, the sadly Ian Dury-less BLOCKHEADS (IRONWORKS, 20 NOV), some confi dent new talent in the form of our very own

SCHNARFF SCHNARFF [8] (IRONWORKS, 21 NOV), highly tipped Edinburgh duo MAN OF MOON [4] (MAD HATTERS, 21 NOV), always impressive ADMIRAL FALLOW [7] at HOOTS on 17 NOV and talented singer-songwriter KARIMA FRANCIS at MAD HATTERS on 13 NOV. Plus, to delight those of us of a certain vintage, INVERNESS FILM FESTIVAL is showing the glorious BIG GOLD DREAM on 05 NOV, a documentary about Scotland’s Fast Product label and the peerless post-punk music scene.

There are some high profi le folk acts playing this month too, PEATBOG FAERIES [6] (UNIVERSAL HALL, 01 NOV) and the sublime TREACHEROUS ORCHESTRA [5] (EC, 20 NOV) being standouts, while TONY MCMANUS (EC, 11 NOV) is one of Celtic music’s greatest guitarists and Manran singer NORRIE “TAGO” MACIVER (EC, 15 NOV) is being hailed as “the Gaelic cross-over voice of his generation”. A heads up too for the irresistible gypsy jazz of the TIM KLIPHUIS TRIO @ BOAT OF GARTEN COMMUNITY HALL on 15 NOV.

An early mention of one DJ Julius O’Riordan, aka JUDGE JULES [3] who will be the ‘sound of Saturday night’ at GS NIGHTCLUB on SAT 05 DEC. Getting on

for three decades after starting out, he’s seen it all and done it all, and mixed the soundtrack – so you’re in for a good night, guaranteed…

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It’s not that often we get a bona fi de Living Legend playing up here, but that’s certainly the case with NILS LOFGREN [2]Bruce Springsteen as a long-time member of the E Street Band, Lofgren is back on the road to perform his own legendary live show. Recently inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of the E Street Band, Nils released box set of his 45 years of recording - last year, so he obviously has quite a back catalogue to pluck from.

Not quite a living legend, but certainly infl uential for a certain generation, [1] (EC 27 NOV/UNIVERSAL HALL 28 NOV) started off inspired in equal parts by Woody Guthrie and The Clash, his smart way with words making up for the fact that he’s never had the fi nest of voices. Strident, sentimental and rarely short of an opinion, his shows should be entertaining. And we’re fascinated as to how up here. Support comes from the equally entertaining

It’s a good month for those dabbling in the rock genre, with an appearance at IRONWORKS on 25 NOV, the sadly Ian Dury-less (IRONWORKS, 20 NOV), some confi dent new talent in the form of our very own

SCHNARFF SCHNARFF [8]MOON [4] (MAD HATTERS, 21 NOV), always impressive on 17 NOV and talented singer-songwriter Plus, to delight those of us of a certain vintage, INVERNESS FILM FESTIVAL is showing the glorious BIG GOLD DREAMlabel and the peerless post-punk music scene.

There are some high profi le folk acts playing this month too, [6] (UNIVERSAL HALL, 01 NOV) and the sublime [5]one of Celtic music’s greatest guitarists and Manran singer MACIVERgeneration”. A heads up too for the irresistible gypsy jazz of the TRIO

An early mention of one DJ Julius O’Riordan, aka be the ‘sound of Saturday night’ at GS NIGHTCLUB on

for three decades after starting out, he’s seen it all and done it all, and mixed the soundtrack – so you’re in for a good night, guaranteed…

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CLASSICAL WED 28 OCTCHRISTINA LAWRIE @ Smithton Culloden Free Church, 7.30pm

SUN 01 NOVLEST WE FORGET... @ Abernethy Old Kirk, 2.30pm.

WED 04 NOVMAHLER PLAYERS @ Ardross Comm Hall, 8pm. Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 and works by Debussy, Boulez and Evans. Catherine O’Rourke – flute. Tomas Leakey – conductor.

FRI 06 NOVMAHLER PLAYERS @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 8pm, As Wed 04 Nov.

SAT 07 NOVORGAN RECITAL @ Old High Church, Inverness, 12pm. Works by Bach, Parry, Franck, Howells and Mendelssohn.

MAHLER PLAYERS @ Inverness Cathedral, 8pm. As Wed 04 Nov.

SUN 08 NOVAN AFTERNOON OF CLASSICAL SINGING @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 3pm. Students from Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Tickets £10.

THU 12 NOVSEAN SHIBE @ Smithton Culloden Free Church, 7.30pm.

FRI 13 NOVBBC SSO @ Eden Court, 7.30pm, Dvorák: Symphonic Poem: The Water Goblin, Khachaturian: Concerto-Rhapsody for cello and orchestra, Dvorák: Symphony No.9 ‘From the New World’.

MAXWELL STRING QUARTET @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 7.30pm. Dynamic young Scottish quartet.musicnairn.org.uk

SAT 14 NOVPUCCINI’S MAGNIFICAT AND THE SPRIG OF THYME BY RUTTER @ Strathpeffer Pavilion, 7.30pm.

TUE 17 NOVGOLDBERG VARIATIONS WITH ANDERSSON DANCE @ Eden Court, 8pm.

THU 19 NOVPURCELL : ‘DIDO AND AENEAS’ @ Randolph’s Hall, Darnaway Castle, 8pm. A gala concert performance of Henry Purcell’s operatic masterpiece.

FRI 20 NOVDANIEL HART @ Spectrum Ctr, 1pm, Music from his native Cuba.

SAT 21 NOVINVERNESS CHORAL - AFRICAN SANCTUS @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

WED 25 NOVTWELFTH DAY @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm.

SAT 28 NOVRECITAL @ Old High Church, Inverness, 12pm. The Merlewood Ensemble.

SUN 29 NOVHIGHLAND HOSPITALS’ 40TH ANNUAL CAROL CONCERT @ Eden Court, 3pm.

CLUBBINGFRI 30 OCTHALLOWEEN WEEKENDER @ G’s

SPICE @ Vinyl, 10pm. Playing 70’s 80’s and a touch of 90’s.’ Every Friday.

SAT 31 OCTEROL ALKAN @ The Ironworks, 10.30pm.Pioneering mash-up DJ.

THE NO1 SATURDAY IN INVERNESS @ G’s, 10.30pm.‘Regular Chart Pas DJs and Appearances.’ Every Saturday.

FRI 06 NOVFRIENDZY FRIDAYS @ G’s, 11pm. ‘Regular Theme Nights and Promos’. Every Friday.

SAT 14 NOVPAUL VAN DYK @ The Ironworks, The legendary DJ, producer and scene-starter makes his Inverness debut.

FRI 27 NOVJUSTIN ROBERTSON @ Mad Hatters, 11.30pm. The legendary and highly influential DJ makes an extremely rare intimate appearance. Support from Butterscotch.

FOLKFRI 30 OCTKEVIN FRASER @ Heathmount Hotel

THE CHAIR @ Eden Court, 8pm.

HÒ-RÒ! @ Hootananny, 9pm.

SUN 01 NOVPEATBOG FAERIES @ U Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm.

LIVE TRAD @ Hootananny, 9.30pm. Scottish Traditional Music. 02-05, 08, 09, 11, 15-18, 22-26, 29 & 30 Nov.

CAMAN @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

TUE 03 NOVCHRIS GRANT @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

SAT 07 NOVTRAIL WEST CEILIDH FUNDRAISER @ Balloch Village Hall, 8pm.

TUE 10 NOVALAN REID (EX-BATTLEFIELD BAND) AND ROB VAN SANTE @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

WED 11 NOVTONY MCMANUS @ Eden Court, 8pm. Leading guitarist in Celtic Music.

THU 12 NOVCHERRYGROVE @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Exciting folk ensemble.

DOUGIE BURNS AND FREINDS @ Velocity Cafe, 7.30pm.

TONY MCMANUS @ Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore, 8.30pm.

BRIAN O HEADHRA @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SAT 14 NOVHIGHLAND SHOWTIME 2015 @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

FRONT COUNTRY @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 8pm. From California Bay area’s red-hot roots music scene.

THE LOWGROUND @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SUN 15 NOVMAIREARAD AND ANNA - TEA AND TUNES @ Glen Urquhart Public Hall, 4pm.

NORRIE ‘TAGO’ MACIVER AND BAND @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Hailed as the Gaelic cross-over voice of his generation.

MIKE DENVER @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. The Galway Boy In Concert.

THU 19 NOVCORRALACH @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

FRI 20 NOVTREACHEROUS ORCHESTRA @ Eden Court, 8pm.

SAT 28 NOVKARLA BERNARDI @ Heathmount Hotel

400% : NATIONAL YOUTH PIPE BAND OF SCOTLAND @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

NICK FIRTH TRIO @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SUN 29 NOVCAMAN @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

MON 30 NOVST ANDREW’S NIGHT CEILIDH @ Farr CommHall, 7.30pm.

WED 02 DECTHE WIYOS @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm. Americana band from Brooklyn.

JAZZ/WORLDSUN 15 NOVTIM KLIPHUIS TRIO @ Boat Of Garten Hall, 7.30pm.

SAT 28 NOVNOVA SCOTIA @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 8pm. Jazz Nairn.

THU 03 DECFAT-SUIT @ The Ironworks, 7pm.

ROCKFRI 30 OCTCHERRI FOSPHATE @ Mad Hatters, 9pm.

THE LEONARD JONES POTENTIAL @ Mad Hatters, 9.30pm.

THE GALIPAYGOS @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

KINKY KARMA @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

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CLASSICAL WED 28 OCTCHRISTINA LAWRIE @ Smithton Culloden Free Church, 7.30pm

SUN 01 NOVLEST WE FORGET... @ Abernethy Old Kirk, 2.30pm.

WED 04 NOVMAHLER PLAYERS @ Ardross Comm Hall, 8pm. Mahler’s Symphony No. 5 and works by Debussy, Boulez and Evans. Catherine O’Rourke – flute. Tomas Leakey – conductor.

FRI 06 NOVMAHLER PLAYERS @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 8pm, As Wed 04 Nov.

SAT 07 NOVORGAN RECITAL @ Old High Church, Inverness, 12pm. Works by Bach, Parry, Franck, Howells and Mendelssohn.

MAHLER PLAYERS @ Inverness Cathedral, 8pm. As Wed 04 Nov.

SUN 08 NOVAN AFTERNOON OF CLASSICAL SINGING @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 3pm. Students from Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Tickets £10.

THU 12 NOVSEAN SHIBE @ Smithton Culloden Free Church, 7.30pm.

FRI 13 NOVBBC SSO @ Eden Court, 7.30pm, Dvorák: Symphonic Poem: The Water Goblin, Khachaturian: Concerto-Rhapsody for cello and orchestra, Dvorák: Symphony No.9 ‘From the New World’.

MAXWELL STRING QUARTET @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 7.30pm. Dynamic young Scottish quartet.musicnairn.org.uk

SAT 14 NOVPUCCINI’S MAGNIFICAT AND THE SPRIG OF THYME BY RUTTER @ Strathpeffer Pavilion, 7.30pm.

TUE 17 NOVGOLDBERG VARIATIONS WITH ANDERSSON DANCE @ Eden Court, 8pm.

THU 19 NOVPURCELL : ‘DIDO AND AENEAS’ @ Randolph’s Hall, Darnaway Castle, 8pm. A gala concert performance of Henry Purcell’s operatic masterpiece.

FRI 20 NOVDANIEL HART @ Spectrum Ctr, 1pm, Music from his native Cuba.

SAT 21 NOVINVERNESS CHORAL - AFRICAN SANCTUS @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

WED 25 NOVTWELFTH DAY @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm.

SAT 28 NOVRECITAL @ Old High Church, Inverness, 12pm. The Merlewood Ensemble.

SUN 29 NOVHIGHLAND HOSPITALS’ 40TH ANNUAL CAROL CONCERT @ Eden Court, 3pm.

CLUBBINGFRI 30 OCTHALLOWEEN WEEKENDER @ G’s

SPICE @ Vinyl, 10pm. Playing 70’s 80’s and a touch of 90’s.’ Every Friday.

SAT 31 OCTEROL ALKAN @ The Ironworks, 10.30pm.Pioneering mash-up DJ.

THE NO1 SATURDAY IN INVERNESS @ G’s, 10.30pm.‘Regular Chart Pas DJs and Appearances.’ Every Saturday.

FRI 06 NOVFRIENDZY FRIDAYS @ G’s, 11pm. ‘Regular Theme Nights and Promos’. Every Friday.

SAT 14 NOVPAUL VAN DYK @ The Ironworks, The legendary DJ, producer and scene-starter makes his Inverness debut.

FRI 27 NOVJUSTIN ROBERTSON @ Mad Hatters, 11.30pm. The legendary and highly influential DJ makes an extremely rare intimate appearance. Support from Butterscotch.

FOLKFRI 30 OCTKEVIN FRASER @ Heathmount Hotel

THE CHAIR @ Eden Court, 8pm.

HÒ-RÒ! @ Hootananny, 9pm.

SUN 01 NOVPEATBOG FAERIES @ U Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm.

LIVE TRAD @ Hootananny, 9.30pm. Scottish Traditional Music. 02-05, 08, 09, 11, 15-18, 22-26, 29 & 30 Nov.

CAMAN @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

TUE 03 NOVCHRIS GRANT @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

SAT 07 NOVTRAIL WEST CEILIDH FUNDRAISER @ Balloch Village Hall, 8pm.

TUE 10 NOVALAN REID (EX-BATTLEFIELD BAND) AND ROB VAN SANTE @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

WED 11 NOVTONY MCMANUS @ Eden Court, 8pm. Leading guitarist in Celtic Music.

THU 12 NOVCHERRYGROVE @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Exciting folk ensemble.

DOUGIE BURNS AND FREINDS @ Velocity Cafe, 7.30pm.

TONY MCMANUS @ Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore, 8.30pm.

BRIAN O HEADHRA @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SAT 14 NOVHIGHLAND SHOWTIME 2015 @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

FRONT COUNTRY @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 8pm. From California Bay area’s red-hot roots music scene.

THE LOWGROUND @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SUN 15 NOVMAIREARAD AND ANNA - TEA AND TUNES @ Glen Urquhart Public Hall, 4pm.

NORRIE ‘TAGO’ MACIVER AND BAND @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Hailed as the Gaelic cross-over voice of his generation.

MIKE DENVER @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. The Galway Boy In Concert.

THU 19 NOVCORRALACH @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

FRI 20 NOVTREACHEROUS ORCHESTRA @ Eden Court, 8pm.

SAT 28 NOVKARLA BERNARDI @ Heathmount Hotel

400% : NATIONAL YOUTH PIPE BAND OF SCOTLAND @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

NICK FIRTH TRIO @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

SUN 29 NOVCAMAN @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

MON 30 NOVST ANDREW’S NIGHT CEILIDH @ Farr CommHall, 7.30pm.

WED 02 DECTHE WIYOS @ Universal Hall, Findhorn, 7.30pm. Americana band from Brooklyn.

JAZZ/WORLDSUN 15 NOVTIM KLIPHUIS TRIO @ Boat Of Garten Hall, 7.30pm.

SAT 28 NOVNOVA SCOTIA @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 8pm. Jazz Nairn.

THU 03 DECFAT-SUIT @ The Ironworks, 7pm.

ROCKFRI 30 OCTCHERRI FOSPHATE @ Mad Hatters, 9pm.

THE LEONARD JONES POTENTIAL @ Mad Hatters, 9.30pm.



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SAT 31 OCTHALLOWEEN PARTY @ The Market Bar. W’ Rabbit Punch.

JJ GILMOUR (SILENCERS) @ Ironworks, 7.30pm.

SKALLOWEEN @ Hootananny, 9pm.

ZOMBIE MILITIA @ Mad Hatters, 9pm.

HALLOWEEN PARTY! @ Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore, 10pm.

SEARCHING FOR DONKEYS @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


THE MYSTIC SHOES @ Mad Hatters, 11pm.

SUN 01 NOVBEN AND EMILY @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

MON 02 NOVROBIN ABBOT @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

GERRY COOGAN @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

TUE 03 NOVJAMES MACKENZIE @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

WED 04 NOVNATIVE OAK @ The Market Bar, 10pm. With YUMA.

THU 05 NOVROBIN, BILLS AND DEREK @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

DAVY COWAN @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

FRI 06 NOVREECE HILLS @ The Market Bar, 10pm. With Kevin Joran.

BREAKING BANDS @ Mad Hatters, 10pm. 4 Emerging bands take to the stage!

BIRO @ The Room, 10pm.

KINGS OF HAAKON @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

SAT 07 NOVMENTALLICA @ The Ironworks, 7pm. Tribute to metal giants METALLICA.

VIGO THIEVES @ Mad Hatters, 7pm. Support from Silver Coast.

MAD FERRET BAND @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.


SUN 08 NOVDANIEL GUNN @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

ANDY MURRAY @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.


DAVY LEVON @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

TUE 10 NOVOPEN MIC @ The Market Bar, 10pm. All welcome.

KEVIN FRASER @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

WED 11 NOVWHITNEY : QUEEN OF THE NIGHT @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Celebrating her music and life.

FERGUS AND GREG @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


DOC LIVINGSTON @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

FRI 13 NOVKARIMA FRANCIS @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

STETSONHEAD @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

THE SHIRE @ J’Foxes

SAT 14 NOVANDY GUNN @ Jacko’s Nairn

HOT JAM @ Mad Hatters, 9.30pm.

THE SHIRE @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.


WILLIE CAMPBELL @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

MON 16 NOVNILS LOFGREN LIVE IN CONCERT @ Eden Court, 8pm. With Greg Varlotta.

ROBIN ABBOT @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

ANDY DUNCAN @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

TUE 17 NOVADMIRAL FALLOW @ Hootananny, 8pm. Glasgow-based folk-pop outfit.

GARETH BRYANT @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

WED 18 NOVBACK TO BACHARACH @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

THE CAB COLLECTIVE @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


BLAIR MACLEOD @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

FRI 20 NOVTHE BLOCKHEADS @ The Ironworks

BOOK GROUP @ Mad Hatters, 9.30pm.

ANTONY AND THE COLTS @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SAT 21 NOVSCHNARFF SCHNARFF @ The Ironworks, 7pm.

MAN OF MOON @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

GLEADHRAICH @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

MAR @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SUN 22 NOVGRAEME AND JIM @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.



TUE 24 NOVTHE LINDISFARNE STORY @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.The story of Tyneside’s favourite band.

ANDY DUNCAN @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

CRAIG ROBERTSON @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

WED 25 NOVIDLEWILD @ The Ironworks, 7pm.

BENNY MONTEUX @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

FREDDIE FUDD PUCKER @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

THU 26 NOVBEARS ARMS/COLT 45 @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

WILL AND WILD HORSE @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


FRI 27 NOVCRAIG ROBERTSON @ Heathmount Hotel

BILLY BRAGG @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. One of the best singer/songwriters in the business. Support from Duke Special.

LIONEL: SINGLE LAUNCH @ Spectrum Ctr, 8pm. A party celebrating new local label IMOUT Records’ first ever single release. Tickets: imoutrecords.com

ELEPHANT SESSIONS @ Mad Hatters, 9pm.

VAN D’S @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

SAT 28 NOVBILLY BRAGG @ U Hall, Findhorn, 8pm. As Fri 27 Nov.

ANDY GUNN BAND @ Balintore Inn, nr Tain, 9pm.

MYSTIC SHOES @ Mad Hatters, 9.30pm.



SUN 29 NOVRACING GLAZIERS + GEORGIE @ Mad Hatters, 7pm. Presented by Beyond.

BEN AND EMILY @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


CHRIS SUCKLE @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

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SAT 31 OCTHALLOWEEN PARTY @ The Market Bar. W’ Rabbit Punch.

JJ GILMOUR (SILENCERS) @ Ironworks, 7.30pm.

SKALLOWEEN @ Hootananny, 9pm.

ZOMBIE MILITIA @ Mad Hatters, 9pm.

HALLOWEEN PARTY! @ Old Bridge Inn, Aviemore, 10pm.

SEARCHING FOR DONKEYS @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


THE MYSTIC SHOES @ Mad Hatters, 11pm.




TUE 03 NOVJAMES MACKENZIE @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

WED 04 NOVNATIVE OAK @ The Market Bar, 10pm. With YUMA.


DAVY COWAN @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

FRI 06 NOVREECE HILLS @ The Market Bar, 10pm. With Kevin Joran.

BREAKING BANDS @ Mad Hatters, 10pm. 4 Emerging bands take to the stage!

BIRO @ The Room, 10pm.


SAT 07 NOVMENTALLICA @ The Ironworks, 7pm. Tribute to metal giants METALLICA.

VIGO THIEVES @ Mad Hatters, 7pm. Support from Silver Coast.

MAD FERRET BAND @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.


SUN 08 NOVDANIEL GUNN @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

ANDY MURRAY @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.


DAVY LEVON @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

TUE 10 NOVOPEN MIC @ The Market Bar, 10pm. All welcome.

KEVIN FRASER @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

WED 11 NOVWHITNEY : QUEEN OF THE NIGHT @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Celebrating her music and life.

FERGUS AND GREG @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


DOC LIVINGSTON @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

FRI 13 NOVKARIMA FRANCIS @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

STETSONHEAD @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

THE SHIRE @ J’Foxes

SAT 14 NOVANDY GUNN @ Jacko’s Nairn

HOT JAM @ Mad Hatters, 9.30pm.

THE SHIRE @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.


WILLIE CAMPBELL @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

MON 16 NOVNILS LOFGREN LIVE IN CONCERT @ Eden Court, 8pm. With Greg Varlotta.

ROBIN ABBOT @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


TUE 17 NOVADMIRAL FALLOW @ Hootananny, 8pm. Glasgow-based folk-pop outfit.

GARETH BRYANT @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

WED 18 NOVBACK TO BACHARACH @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

THE CAB COLLECTIVE @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


BLAIR MACLEOD @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

FRI 20 NOVTHE BLOCKHEADS @ The Ironworks

BOOK GROUP @ Mad Hatters, 9.30pm.

ANTONY AND THE COLTS @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SAT 21 NOVSCHNARFF SCHNARFF @ The Ironworks, 7pm.

MAN OF MOON @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

GLEADHRAICH @ Hootananny, 9.30pm.

MAR @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

SUN 22 NOVGRAEME AND JIM @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.



TUE 24 NOVTHE LINDISFARNE STORY @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.The story of Tyneside’s favourite band.

ANDY DUNCAN @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

CRAIG ROBERTSON @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

WED 25 NOVIDLEWILD @ The Ironworks, 7pm.

BENNY MONTEUX @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

FREDDIE FUDD PUCKER @ The Market Bar, 10pm.

THU 26 NOVBEARS ARMS/COLT 45 @ Mad Hatters, 8pm.

WILL AND WILD HORSE @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


FRI 27 NOVCRAIG ROBERTSON @ Heathmount Hotel

BILLY BRAGG @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. One of the best singer/songwriters in the business. Support from Duke Special.

LIONEL: SINGLE LAUNCH @ Spectrum Ctr, 8pm. A party celebrating new local label IMOUT Records’ first ever single release. Tickets: imoutrecords.com

ELEPHANT SESSIONS @ Mad Hatters, 9pm.


SAT 28 NOVBILLY BRAGG @ U Hall, Findhorn, 8pm. As Fri 27 Nov.

ANDY GUNN BAND @ Balintore Inn, nr Tain, 9pm.

MYSTIC SHOES @ Mad Hatters, 9.30pm.



SUN 29 NOVRACING GLAZIERS + GEORGIE @ Mad Hatters, 7pm. Presented by Beyond.

BEN AND EMILY @ The Market Bar, 10pm.


CHRIS SUCKLE @ Johnny Foxes, 10.30pm.

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Director John Crowley I Starring Saoirse Ronan, Domhnall Gleeson, Julie Walters

Ireland/UK/Canada I 2015 I 112 minsEllis Lacey dreams of a better life than the one she knows in Ireland. Lured by the promise of America, sheleaves the comfort of her mother’s home for the shores of New York City. A world away from her previouslife, she gets over any initial homesickness and is swept away by a new love interest and the thrill of 1950sBrooklyn. But Ellis’ new found happiness is short lived when she learns of a death in the family. Returningto Ireland she rediscovers the life she once knew and finds herself torn between two countries and two men.

SICARIO (15)FRI 13 – THU 19 NOVDirector Denis Villeneuve I Starring Emily Blunt, Josh Brolin, Benicio Del Toro

USA I 2015 I 121 mins I English and Spanish with subtitles I sicariofilm.com In the lawless border area stretching between the U.S. and Mexico, and idealistic FBI agent is enlisted tohelp bring down a notorious yet elusive cartel figurehead. But she soon realises that she’s caught up in abloodier battle that she could have every imagined. This gritting, atmospheric thriller from the director ofPrisoners debuted at the 2015 Cannes Film Festival to critical acclaim.

SPECTRE (12A)SUN 01 – THU 19 NOVSUBTITLED SCREENINGS MON 02 NOV 17.45 & THU 19 NOV 17.45FRIENDS COFFEE MORNING MON 02 NOV 11.30DREAM & SCREAM SCREENING TUE 03 NOV 11.00

Director Sam Mendes I Starring Daniel Craig, Monica Bellucci, Christoph Waltz, Léa Seydoux

UK/USA I 2015 I 150 mins I 007.comA cryptic message from the past sends James Bond on a rogue mission to uncover a sinister organisation. As he reaches the heart of SPECTRE, he learns of the chilling connection between himselfand the enemy he so desperately seeks. Daniel Craig returns for his fourth outing as the legendary 007 in this spectacular Bond adventure, from the team behind the record-breaking Skyfall.

BLACK MASS (15) FRI 27 NOV – THU 10 DECSUBTITLED SCREENING MON 30 NOV 18.00

Director Scott Cooper I Starring Johnny Depp, Benedict Cumberbatch, Kevin Bacon USA I 2015 I 123 mins I blackmassthemovie.comIn 1970s South Boston, FBI Agent John Connolly persuades Irish mobster Jimmy Bulger to collaboratewith the FBI in order to eliminate their common enemy: the Italian mob. But this unholy alliance spiralsout of control, allowing Jimmy to evade law enforcement while consolidating his power and becomingone of the most ruthless and dangerous gangsters in Boston history. Three-time Oscar nominee JohnnyDepp is almost unrecognisable in a career-best performance.

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NOVEMBER 2015Sun 0113.00 Spectre13.15 Once Upon A Time in the West 17.00 Spectre17.15 Wings of Desire19.45 Spectre20.00 Straight Outta Compton

Mon 0211.30 Spectre Friends Coffee Morning17.45 Spectre Subtitled18.15 Fidelio, Alice's Journey 20.15 Straight Outta Compton20.30 Spectre

Tue 0311.00 Spectre Dream & Scream11.30 Fidelio, Alice's Journey 14.00 Spectre19.00 Spectre19.15 A Matter of Life and Death InFiFa

Wed 04Inverness Film Festival20.00 Spectre

Thu 05Inverness Film Festival17.00 Spectre20.15 Spectre

Fri 06Inverness Film Festival17.00 Spectre20.00 Spectre

Sat 07Inverness Film Festival20.00 Spectre

Sun 08Inverness Film Festival13.00 Spectre17.00 Spectre19.45 Spectre

Mon 0917.45 Spectre19.00 NT Live: Hamlet20.30 Spectre

Tue 1014.00 Spectre18.00 Fidelio, Alice's Journey 19.00 Spectre20.15 All About Them French Film Festival

Wed 1114.00 Spectre18.00 Fidelio, Alice's Journey20.15 The Lady in the Car with Glasses and

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Thu 1211.30 Spectre14.00 Fidelio, Alice's Journey 17.45 Spectre19.15 The Royal Ballet: Carmen/Viscera/

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Fri 1317.45 Spectre18.00 Sicario20.30 Spectre20.45 Mistress America

Sat 1413.00 ENO: Baber of Seville13.30 Spectre17.30 Spectre18.00 Mistress America20.00 Sicario20.15 Spectre

Sun 1511.15 A Walk In The Woods13.00 Spectre13.30 Sicario17.00 Spectre17.15 The Diary of a Chambermaid

French Film Festival19.45 Spectre20.00 Blade Cult Cinema

Mon 1618.00 The Wedding Song

Queer Women in Love18.15 A Walk In The Woods 20.15 The Big Blue French Film Festival19.30 Spectre20.30 Sicario

Tue 1711.00 NT Live: Hamlet11.15 Sicario11.30 Spectre14.00 A Walk In The Woods19.00 NT Live: Hamlet19.15 The Conformist InFiFa19.30 Spectre

Wed 1811.00 Mistress America Dream & Scream14.00 Spectre18.00 A Walk In The Woods18.15 Mistress America19.15 Spectre20.15 Sicario20.30 Love

Thu 1911.30 Spectre14.00 Sicario17.45 Spectre Subtitled19.00 NT Live: Of Mice and Men 20.30 Spectre

Fri 2014.00 Brooklyn18.00 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans18.15 Food Chains Take One Action20.30 Brooklyn

Sat 2111.30 Pan14.00 Pan Autism Friendly Screening14.00 Landfill Harmonic Take One Action14.00 Brooklyn16.30 The Divide Take One Action17.30 Brooklyn18.00 The Lobster19.00 This Changes Everything

Take One Action20.00 Brooklyn20.30 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans

Sun 2211.00 Pan13.00 NT Live: Of Mice and Men 13.30 Brooklyn14.00 Casablanca Calling Take One Action17.00 Brooklyn17.15 The Price We Pay Take One Action17.15 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans19.30 Brooklyn19.45 The Lobster

Mon 2311.30 Brooklyn Friends Coffee Morning14.00 Brooklyn17.45 The Lobster18.00 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans20.00 NT Live: Of Mice and Men 20.30 Brooklyn

Tue 2410.00 Zarafa

French Film Festival schools screening11.30 Brooklyn18.00 The Lobster18.00 Brooklyn Subtitled18.15 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans20.15 Warren Miller Film Tour20.30 Desert Hearts Queer Women in Love20.30 Brooklyn

Wed 2511.00 Brooklyn Dream & Scream14.00 Brooklyn18.00 My King French Film Festival19.00 Brooklyn20.00 The Lobster20.30 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans

Thu 2611.30 Brooklyn14.15 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans16.30 The Lobster18.00 Brooklyn19.00 Branagh Theatre Live: The Winter's Tale20.30 Hellboy Cult Cinema

Fri 2710.00 Young Tiger

French Film Festival schools screening18.00 Black Mass18.15 Red Army20.15 Crimson Peak20.30 Black Mass

Sat 2811.30 Pan14.00 Black Mass14.15 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans17.30 Black Mass17.45 Crimson Peak20.00 Black Mass20.15 The Last Diamond French Film Festival

Sun 2911.00 Pan Subtitled13.00 Black Mass13.30 Steve McQueen: The Man & Le Mans14.00 NT Live: Hamlet16.45 Crimson Peak17.00 Black Mass19.00 NT Live: Hamlet19.15 Hand Gestures19.30 Black Mass

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CERTIFICATES Films rated (12+), (15+) are documentaries without BBFC classifications, these are our recommended age suitability ratings. Films rated (CERT TBC) can be checked nearer screening dates or at bbfc.co.uk

ONCE UPON A TIME IN THE WEST (15)

SUN 01 NOVDirector Sergio LeoneStarring Claudia Cardinale, Henry Fonda

Italy/USA/Spain I 1968 I 165 minsDon’t miss Sergio Leone’s classic Once Upon A Timefilms on the big screen. Simultaneously subverting,celebrating and reinventing every convention of theWestern genre, Leone creates a hymn to cinema anda parable of encroaching modernity through thewilderness of the American West.

STRAIGHT OUTTA COMPTON (15)SUN 01 & MON 02 NOVDirector F Gary Gray

Starring O'Shea Jackson Jr., Corey Hawkins

USA I 2015 I 147 minsstraightouttacomptonthemovie.co.ukTaking us back to where it all began, Straight OuttaCompton tells the true story of how five young menfrom one of the most dangerous communities inAmerica formed legendary rap group N.W.A. andchanged the face of music forever.

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LOVE (18)WED 18 NOV

Director Gaspar Noé

Starring Aomi Muyock, Karl Glusman

France/Belgium I 2015 I 135 mins I French andEnglish with subtitlesFrom the ever-provocative writer-director GasparNoé comes this sexually explicit story of a doomedménage a trois. Not for the faint hearted.

WINGS OF DESIRE DER HIMMEL ÜBER BERLIN (15)SUN 01 NOVDirector Wim Wenders

Starring Bruno Ganz, Solveig Dommartin

West Germany/France I 1987 I 127 mins German, English, French & Turkish with subtitlesWim Wender’s beautiful monochrome classic isstill as wonderful today as it was 20 years ago. InBerlin an angel, Damiel, is tired of watching overthe human race and yearns to be human himselfwhen he falls in love with a mortal woman, Marion.

MISTRESS AMERICA (15)FRI 13, SAT 14 & WED 18 NOVDREAM & SCREAM SCREENING WED 18 NOV 11.00

Director Noah Baumbach

Starring Greta Gerwig, Lola Kirke

USA I 2015 I 84 mins I mistressamericathemovie.com

Tracy is a lonely college freshman in New York,having neither the exciting university experiencenor the glamorous metropolitan lifestyle she envisioned. But when she is taken in by her soon-to-be stepsister, Brooke – a resident ofTimes Square and adventurous gal about town – she is rescued from her disappointment and seduced by Brooke's alluringly mad schemes.

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A MATTER OF LIFE AND DEATH (U) TUE 03 NOVDirectors Michael Powell, Emeric Pressburger I Starring David NivenUK I 1946 I 99 minsA World War II pilot makes last radio contact as he is shot down, his soul inlimbo between heaven and earth. A moving, epic and unforgettable filmfrom the co-creators of Black Narcissus (1947) and The Red Shoes (1948).

THE CONFORMIST IL CONFORMISTA (15) TUE 17 NOVDirector Bernardo Bertolucci I Starring Jean-Louis TrintignantItaly/France/W Germany I 1970 I 112 mins I Italian and French with subtitlesAn assassin finds his loyalties tested when he travels to Paris on his Honeymoon with orders to eliminate his outspoken former college professor. A gripping thriller and a visual masterpiece.

FIDELIO, ALICE’S JOURNEY FIDELIO, L’ODYSSÉE D’ALICE (CERT TBC)MON 02 – TUE 03 & TUE 10 – THU 12 NOVDirector Lucie BorleteauStarring Ariane Labed, Melvil PoupaudFrance I 2017 I 97 mins I French, Romanian,English, Tagalog and Norwegian with subtitles Thirty-year-old sailor, Alice, leaves her partner onterra firma, and embarks as a mechanic on an oldcargo ship where shemust fight for respect amongstthe all-male crew. But once on board she discoversthat the first great love of her life is the ship’s captain.

LIVE SCREENINGSNT LIVE: HAMLET (As live 12A)MON 09, TUE 17 & SUN 29 NOV ENCORESDirector Lyndsey Turner I Starring Benedict Cumberbatch I 240 mins approxntlive.nationaltheatre.org.ukBenedict Cumberbatch takes on the title role of Shakespeare’s great tragedy.

NT LIVE: OF MICE AND MEN (12A)THU 19, SUN 22 & MON 23 NOV Director Anna D. Shapiro I Starring James Franco, Chris O’Dowd I 140 minsntlive.nationaltheatre.org.ukThe hit Broadway production Of Mice and Men, filmed on stage in New York.

ENO: THE BARBER OF SEVILLE (12A?)SAT 14 NOV ENCOREDirector Jonathan Miller I Starring James Franco, Chris O’Dowd I 170 minsSung in English with subtitles I eno.org/experience/eno-screen-live-in-cinemasLive from the London Coliseum in stunning HD, The Barber of Seville.

All Live Screenings: Seat Price £15.00/Reduced Rate £13.00

WARREN MILLER (NO CERT)TUE 24 NOV

UK I 2015 I TBC mins Warren Miller Entertainment’s 66th snowsportsfilm Chasing Shadows explores what it means tobe inspired, with exotic locations and snow-covered summits that keep us searching formore. Plus, there will be fantastic intermissionprizes to be won on the night!

STEVE MCQUEEN: THE MAN & LE MANS (18)FRI 20 – THU 26 & SAT 28 & SUN 29 NOV

Directors Gabriel Clarke, John McKenna

Starring Steve McQueen, Chad McQueens

USA/UK I 2015 I 102 mins I themanlemans.comIn May 1970, Steve McQueen, one of Hollywood’sbiggest stars, flew to France to begin work on thefilm that meant more to him than any other... Le Mans. He began by filming in and around theactual race, capturing priceless footage, but theproduction began to encounter many difficultiesand the end result was a commercial and criticalflop. This fascinating documentary is a story of obsession, betrayal and ultimate vindication.

A WALK IN THE WOODS (15)SUN 15 – WED 18 NOVDirector Ken Kwapis

Starring Robert Redford, Emma Thompson

USA I 2015 I 104 mins I walkinthewoodsmovie.comIn this new comedy adventure, instead of retiring to his enjoy life with his loving wife and family, celebrated travel writer Bill Bryson decides to challenge himself to hike the Appalachian Trail – 2,200 miles of America’s most unspoiled, spectacular and rugged countryside. But his hopesfor peace and tranquility on the trail are shatteredwhen the only person he can get to join him is hislong lost, former friend Katz.

RED ARMY (15)FRI 27 NOV, TUE 01 & WED 02 DECDirector Gabe PolskyStarring Viacheslav Fetisov, Anatoli Karpov

USA/Russia I 2014 I 84 mins I sonyclassics.com/redarmy

From Oscar nominated and Emmy award-winningfilmmakers, Red Army is a feature documentaryabout the most successful dynasty in sports history: the Red Army hockey team. Told from theperspective of its captain Slava Fetisov, this is aninspiring story about the Cold War played out onthe ice rink, and a man who stood up to a powerful system and paved the way for changefor generations of Russians.

PAN (PG)SAT 21, SUN 22, SAT 28 & SUN 29 NOVAUTISM FRIENDLY SCREENING SAT 21 NOV 14.00SUBTITLED SCREENING SUN 29 NOV 11.00

Director Joe Wright

Starring Levi Miller, Hugh Jackman

USA I 2015 I 111 mins I panmovie.comPeter is a mischievous 12-year-old boy with an irrepressible streak, but in the bleak London orphanage where he has lived his whole life thosequalities do not exactly fly. Then one incrediblenight, Peter is whisked away from the orphanageand spirited off to a fantastical world of pirates,warriors and fairies called Neverland... Atonementdirector Joe Wright presents a wholly original adventure about the beginnings of the belovedcharacters created by J.M. Barrie.

THE WEDDING SONG LE CHANT DES MARIÉES (15+) MON 16 NOVDirector Karin Albou I Starring Lizzie Brocheré, Olympe Borval I France I 2008 I 100 mins Preceded by the short film: FINGERS Director Sandra Alland I UK I 2009 I 3 mins

DESERT HEARTS (18) TUE 24 NOVDirector Donna Deitch I Starring Helen Shaver, Patricia Charbonneau I USA I 1985 I 96 mins Preceded by the short film: DYKETACTICS Director Barbara Hammer I USA I 1974 I 4 mins

BOUND (18) MON 30 NOVDirector The Wachowskis I Starring Jennifer Tilly, Gina Gershon I USA I 1996 I 108 mins Preceded by the short film: GOODNIGHT MY LOVE Director Kellee Terrell I USA I 2013 I 9 mins

STUD LIFE (18) WED 09 DECDirector Campbell X I Starring T'Nia Miller, Robyn Kerr, Kyle Treslove I UK I 2012 I 91 mins Preceded by the short film: JANINE Director Cheryl Dunye I USA I 1990 I 10 mins

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Starring Tom Hiddleston, Mia Wasikowska

USA I 2015 I 119 mins I crimsonpeakmovie.co.ukWhen her heart is stolen by a seductive stranger,Edith Cushing is swept away to an isolated mansionatop a moutain of blood-red clay. Watched over byher fiance’s sister, Edith soon becomes unnervedby some of the more peculiar goings-on in thehouse. From the director of Pan’s Labyrinth comesthis gripping gothic romance.

SCOTTISH QUEER INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL PRESENTS: QUEEN WOMEN IN LOVE SQIFF was formed with the aim to get people watching, talking about and making more queer films by briningfilms that people might not otherwise get a chance to see to Scotland. Last here at Eden Court as part of LGBTHistory Month Scotland with Hockney and My Beautiful Laundrette, SQIFF returns with four screenings fromtheir new Queen Women in Love season. Find out more at sqiff.org Seat Price Any 3 films for £20.00

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Starring Velasco Vitali, Lino De Ponti

Italy I 2015 I 77 mins I Italian with subtitleshandgesturesfilm.comFranscesco Clerici’s mesmerising debut documentary takes you to the heart of a historicbronze foundry in Milan that still uses lost waxcasting, a technique dating back to the 4th centuryBC. Following each stage of the process, the handsof artisans’ and archival footage link past to present. Winner of the FIPRESCI International Critics Prize at Berlinale 2015, Clerici’s visually poetic film skilfully uses sound and image to immerse the viewer in a unique creative process.

CULT CINEMA: SUPERHEROES

BLADE (18) SUN 15 NOVDirector Stephen Norrington I Starring Wesley Snipes, Stephen Dorff, USA I 1998 I 120 mins

HELLBOY (12A) THU 26 NOVDirector Guillermo Del Toro I Starring Ron Perlman, Doug Jones, John HurtUSA I 2004 I 121 mins

Cult Classic is a regular film screening night at Eden Court Cinema, with a special ticket price of £10.00 which includes a beer and pizza. Follow Cult Cinema on facebook at http://on.fb.me/1NTRSqM #CultClassic

THE LOBSTER (15)SAT 21 – THU 26 NOVDirector Yorgos Lanthimos I Starring Colin Farrell, Rachel Weisz, Olivia Colman

Ireland/UK/Greece/France/Netherlands I 2015 I 118 mins An unconventional love story set in the near future where single people, according to the rules of The City, arearrested and transferred to The Hotel. They are obliged to find a matching mate in 45 days. If they fail, they aretransformed into an animal of their choosing and released into The Woods. A desperate man escapes from TheHotel to The Woods where The Loners live and falls in love, although its against their rules. Determine whichanimal you should become at lobsterfilmquiz.co.uk

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FOOD CHAINS (15+) FRI 20 NOV Director Sanjay Rawal I USA I 2014 I 86 mins

LANDFILL HARMONIC (12+) SAT 21 NOVDirectors Brad Allgood, Graham Townsley I USA I 2015 I 84 mins I Spanish with English subtitles Screening with: THE REINVENTION OF NORMAL (12+) Director Liam Saint-Pierre I UK I 2015 I ? mins

THE DIVIDE (15+) SAT 21 NOVDirector Katharine Round I UK/USA I 2015 I 74 minsScreening with: HOTEL 22 Director Elizabeth Lo I USA I 2015 I 8 mins

THIS CHANGES EVERYTHING (12+) SAT 21 NOV Director Avi Lewis I Canada/USA I 2015 I 89 mins I English, Greek, Telugu, Mandarin, Cree with English subtitles

CASABLANCA CALLING (12+) SUN 22 NOV Director Rosa Rogers I UK/Morocco/France I 2014 I 70 mins I Arabic with English subtitlesScreening with: GIVE Director M.A. WordSmith I USA I 2015 I 3 mins

THE PRICE WE PAY (12+) SUN 22 NOV Director Harold Crooks I Canada I 2014 I 93 mins I English, French with English subtitles

TAKE ONE ACTION Take One Action – Scotland’s global change cinema project – returns to Inverness to present some of the most acclaimed cinema about global social change.

BRANAGH THEATRE LIVE: THE WINTER'S TALE (CERT TBC)

THU 26 NOV LIVE THU 24 DEC ENCOREDirectors Rob Ashford, Kenneth Branagh I Starring Judi Dench, Kenneth Branagh I 210 mins approx I branaghtheatre.com

Shakespeare’s timeless tragicomedy of obsession and redemption is reimagined in a new production co-directed by Rob Ashford and Kenneth Branagh, following their triumphant staging of Macbeth in Manchester and Manhattan. Judi Dench willplay Paulina, Kenneth Branagh will play Leontes.

ALL ABOUT THEM À TROIS ON Y VA (18) TUE 10 NOVDirector Jérôme Bonnell I Starring Anais Demoustier, Felix Moati I France/Belgium I 2014 I 86 mins I French with subtitles

THE LADY IN THE CAR WITH GLASSES AND A GUN LA DAME DANS L'AUTO AVEC DES LUNETTES ET UN FUSIL (15) WED 11 NOVDirector Joann Sfar I Starring Freya Mavor, Benjamin Biolay I France/Belgium I 2015 I 93 mins I French with subtitles

DIARY OF A CHAMBERMAID JOURNAL D’UNE FEMME DE CHAMBRE (18) SUN 15 NOVDirector Benoit Jacquot I Starring Léa Seydoux, Vincent Lindon I France/Belgium I 2014 I 125 mins I French with subtitles

THE BIG BLUE LE GRAND BLEU (15) MON 16 NOVDirector Luc Besson I Starring Jean Reno, Jean-Marc Barr I France/USA/Italy I 1988 I 138 mins I French, English and Italian with subtitles

MY KING MON ROI (18) WED 25 NOVDirector Maiwenn I Starring Vincent Cassel, Emmanuelle Bercot I France I 2015 I 128 mins I French with subtitles

THE LAST DIAMOND LE DERNIER DIAMANT (12+) SAT 28 NOVDirector Eric Barbier I Starring Berenice Bejo, Yvan Attal I France/Luxembourg/Belgium I 2014 I 128 mins I French with subtitlesSee any three films for £20

FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL Once again we’ve got a delicious feast of French films from the French Film Festival UK this November. Find out more at frenchfilmfestival.co.uk

FRENCH FILM FESTIVAL – SCHOOLS SCREENINGSZARAFA (PG 8+) TUE 24 NOV Directors Rémi Bezançon, Jean-Christophe Lie I France I 2012 I 78 mins I French with subtitles

YOUNG TIGER BÉBÉ TIGRE (15+) FRI 27 NOV Director Cyprien Vial I Starring Harmandeep Palminder, Vikran Sharma I France I 2014 I 87 mins I French with subtitles

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The yearly traditions have begun and thousands of spectators of all ages are expected to gather in BUGHT PARK on 05 NOV to enjoy one of the most popular events of the Inverness Winter Festival. Featuring the biggest bonfi re and fi reworks display staged in the north of Scotland; the spectacular annual INVERNESS BONFIRE AND FIREWORKS DISPLAY [1] is one of the most popular events in the Highland Capital. Sponsored by the Inverness Common Good Fund, this free event on the banks of the River Ness regularly attracts crowds of between 10,000 and 15,000 and has in the past been acclaimed as the best event of its kind in the land, with some justifi cation.Horne’s Funfair will be open 5–10pm and the Guy Competition will be judged before the Bonfi re is lit at 7.30pm after which Fireworx Scotland will provide a musical fi reworks display at 7.50pm. Because of roadworks in the area organisers are appealing for folk to park well away from the site and walk to the venue. And, as always, don’t take sparklers as the discarded wires can injure sports people using the park in future.

It might be parky in Inverness in November, but not nearly as perishing as the conditions encountered by ANDY KIRKPATRICK [2], a man who has been described as “the Ranulph Fiennes of British Climbing” after his expeditions to some of the most inhospitable places on earth, from Greenland to Alaska, Patagonia to Antarctica. He’s also a hugely entertaining comedian and raconteur as anyone who’s seen him live will testify. His new show COLD MOUNTAIN at EDEN COURT on 23 NOV will have you gripped. And delighted. Guaranteed.

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SAT 31 OCTCHARITY BOOK SALE/SWAP @ Inverness Library, 10am-3pm

AN EVENING OF FINE WINE TASTING FOR MAGGIE’S HIGHLANDS @ Kingsmills Hotel, 6.30pm. Pre-booking essential: 01463 706302

RSPB OUTING @ Highland Council Car Park (9.30am), or Conon Bridge (9.50am), 01997 421193

A GOOD SOCIETY: HOW CAN WE BUILD IT TOGETHER? @ Inverness Cathedral, 11am.

SUN 01 NOVBONFIRE NIGHT @ Boat of Garten Moor, by Grampian Crescent, 5pm.

TUE 03 NOVINVERNESS BACKCOUNTRY SNOWSPORTS CLUB SEASON OPENER @ Glen Mhor Hotel, 7pm. ibsc.org.uk

RIVER BRORA - SEA TO SOURCH @ The Welcome, Golspie, 7.30pm.

WILDLIFE AT A WEIR @ Culloden Library, 7.30pm.Talk by Edmund Fellowes. A Look at Birds & other Wildlife on the River Nith in Dumfries.

THU 05 NOVCIVIC BONFIRE AND FIREWORKS DISPLAY 2015 @ Bught Park, 7.30pm.See Specials feature.

FRI 06 NOVSOUNDING OUT THE SUN AND STARS @ Birnie Village Hall, 7.30pm. Talk.sigma-astro.co.uk

THE IMPACT OF THE GREAT WAR ON NAIRNSHIRE 1914 - 1922 @ Nairn Free Church, 7.30pm. Nairn Literary Institute talk by Ken Nisbet.nairnliterary.org.uk

SAT 07 NOVCHRISTMAS CRAFT FAIR @ North Kessock Hall, 10.30am.

INVERNESS CHORAL SOCIETY COFFEE MORNING @ Inverness Town House, 11am. Relax in elegant surroundings with coffee, cake and live piano music.

MEET THE AUTHOR WITH MAIRI HEDDERWICK @ Eden Court, 2pm. Organised by Books Abroad charity.

MON 09 NOVINNER PEACE IN A BOX @ IMAG, 10am, 2pm.What makes you feel at peace? How would you capture that concept in a box? Go along and create your own IMAG inspired peace box for an exhibition.

EMMA PENN: SAILING THE LINE @ Highland Council Chamber, 7.30pm. Royal Scottish Geographical Society Lecture. Emma is a sailor and artist concerned about the oceans of the world. Admission: Adults £8; free to RSGS members, under 18’s and students.

WED 11 NOVPEACE TALES CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP @ IMAG, 11.30am, 2.30pm.Write and illustrate your own folk tale using IMAG artefacts and the peace kavad.

HIGHLAND ROCK GARDEN CLUB @ Nairn Comm Centre, 7.30pm. The Falklands: plants and birds, a talk by Julia Cordon. 01320 366246.

THU 12 NOVPEACE TALES SHADOW PUPPET WORKSHOPS @ IMAG, 10am, 2.30pm, Create a new peace tale and shadow-puppet character.

ART IN THE GREAT WAR @ Smithton Culloden Free Church, 2pm. Highland Decorative & Fine Arts Society Talk by Thirza Villois. hdfas.org.uk

BOOK LAUNCH: ‘SET ADRIFT UPON THE WORLD’ @ Highland Archive and Registration Centre , 7pm.By James Hunter, book on: 01463 256444

FRI 13 NOVPEACE IN A BOX EXHIBITION OPENING @ IMAG, 1.30pm.Talks & performances from artists and participants.

SAT 14 NOVLADIES LUNCH IN EDWARDLAND @ Mercure Hotel, 12pm, With Britain’s Got Talent finalist Edward Reid raising funds for Marie Curie Highland.Book on: 01463 238328.

PEACE SYMBOLS WORKSHOP @ IMAG, 1pm.Inspired by peace symbols from around the world.

COMMEMORATING THE 1715 JACOBITE UPRISING @ Highland Archive and Registration Centre , 1.30pm.Book on: 01463 256444

SUN 15 NOVANTIQUES & COLLECTABLES FAIR @ Newton Hotel, Nairn. £2. 11am-4.30pm.

WED 18 NOVFRANCO SCOTTISH SOCIETY MEETING & DINNER @ Glen Mhor Hotel, 6pm. Meet new people, share and celebrate your love of both French and Scottish cultures, practice your French and have some food!

COFFEE MORNING @ Dalneigh Church Hall, 10.30am

THE LOST LANDSCAPES OF DOGGERLAND @ Millburn Academy Hall, 7.30pm. Inverness Field Club talk by Dr Richard Bates, University of St Andrews.

THU 19 NOVTHE GREAT BLACK ISLE DROUGHT OF 1955 @ West Church Hall, Cromarty, Talk by Sinclair Dunnett.Info: cromartyhistory.scot

RED DEER @ Dingwall Town Hall , 7.30pm. Dingwall Field Club talk by Sinclair Coghill.

FRI 20 NOVTHE CAMPAIGN FOR WOMEN’S SUFFRAGE IN THE HIGHLANDS @ Nairn Free Church, 7.30pm. Nairn Literary Institute Talk by Dr Susan Kruze.nairnliterary.org.uk

SAT 21 NOVROYAL BRITISH LEGION FORRES CLUB COFFEE AFTERNOON @ Forres Town Hall, 2pm. £1.50.

CHRISTMAS CRAFT FAYRE @ Nethy Bridge Community Hall.10am-3pm

CRAFT FAIR @ Farr Hall, Strathnairn, 2pm.

SUN 22 NOVCHRISTMAS LIGHTS SWITCH ON @ Inverness High St, 5.45pm, The countdown to Christmas gets underway when Santa Claus arrives in town to help provost Helen Carmichael to turn on the Christmas lights.

CHRISTMAS FAIR @ Newton Hotel, Nairn, 11am-4pm

MON 23 NOVANDY KIRKPATRICK: COLD MOUNTAIN @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.

TUE 24 NOVHIGHLAND LITERARY SALON @ Glen Mhor Hotel, 7.30pm.Guest speaker Doug Johnstone. highlandlitsalon.com

WED 25 NOVLADY CLAIRE MACDONALD COOKERY DEMONSTRATION @ Millburn Academy Hall, 7pm. Tickets £12.50 inc wine and mince pie on arrival: 01463 238328. All proceeds to Marie Curie Highland.

THE HOSPITALS OF THE HIGHLANDS @ Highland Archive and Registration Centre , 7.30pm, Their origins and development, talk by Jim Leslie.

BRITISH CERAMICS FROM PREHISTORY TO THE PRESENT @ Dingwall Community Centre, 7.30pm.With special reference to Scottish pottery history, talk by Eric Grant.

THU 26 NOVCHARITY QUIZ NIGHT @ Fort Augustus Village Hall, 7.30pm. In Aid of the Highland Hospice.

A TOUR OF THE UISTS @ Culduthel Christian Centre, 7.30pm. RSPB talk by Richards Prentice.

FRI 27 NOVCHARITY PUB QUIZ @ Dows Bar

SAT 28 NOVST ANDREW’S DAY LUNCH @ Craigmonie Centre, 12.30pm. Book on: 01463 713552

BRODIE CASTLE CHRISTMAS CRAFT & FOOD FAIR @ Brodie Castle

CHRISTMAS FAIR @ The Badenoch Ctr. Local crafts, over thirty stalls, facepainting. Tea and Coffee.

SUN 29 NOVDICKENSIAN CHRISTMAS FAIR @ The Tolbooth, Forres.

LOCALS FREE DAY @ Culloden Battlefield Visitor Ctr, 10am-4pm, Entry is Free for folk with an IV, KW or PH postcode, show proof of address at the desk.

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SPORTBALLATHLETIC COMBAT EXTREME RACING

Bhoys are Back In TownBhoys are Back In TownHope that Scotland might qualify for Euro 2016 having been jettisoned in typically heartbreaking fashion, attention can turn again to the SPFL with this season shaping up to be one of the most intriguing for years. Several teams have gone on winning runs that rocketed them up the table, only to fall apart when least expected with our own clubs infl icting much of the damage such as ICT’s impressive thumping of Aberdeen. That Caley victory marked the beginning of a turnaround after a sluggish start to the season, meaning that both they and County are now proudly fl ying the Highland fl ag and, impressively challenging for European places. The hooped elephant in the room is of course CELTIC, who, like the rest of the table toppers have been dropping points all over the place. And they’re coming to the area twice this month, fi rstly to Dingwall to play ROSS COUNTY on 08 NOV, then returning for a game against ICT on 29 NOV. Two matches that could decide the destiny of the title? Just maybe.

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SAT 31 OCT RUGBY HRFC V G’NIANS, 2pm ICD V G’NIANS 2ND XV, 2pm FOOTBALL ICT V DUNDEE, 3pm F MECHS V CLACH, 3pm S’SPEY T V NAIRN C, 3pm RACING (MTB) RELENTLESS24UK CHAMPIONSHIPS FOR 24HR MTB RACING @ Nevis Range. A classic on any 24 hour MTB specialists calendar. The race takes place in Forestry Commission Scotland’s Leanachan Forest and Nevis Range’s World Class tracks. nofussevents.co.uk

SUN 01 NOV ATHLETICS FORRES HARRIERS BRODIE CASTLE 10K AND KIDS FUN RUN @ Brodie Castle, 11am Starting and finishing in Brodie castle grounds. Formerly known as the Dyke 10k run. For this year there will be a kid’s fun run within the grounds of the castle. Entry on the day

only. For further details and to enter online for the 10k race please see: entrycentral.com/brodiecastle10k RACING (MTB) RELENTLESS24 As Sat 31 Oct

TUE 03 NOV SNOWSPORTS INVERNESS BACKCOUNTRY SNOWSPORTS CLUB SEASON OPENER @ Glen Mhor Hotel, 7pm. First night of the club’s programme, as many snowsports enthusiasts as possible are wanted! Promising ‘films, fun, pictures and craic.’ ibsc.org.uk

SAT 07 NOV FOOTBALL NAIRN C V FORRES 3pm CLACH V INV’ LOCO, 3pm LOSSIEMOUTH V KEITH, 3pm WICK AC V F’BURGH, 3pm

SUN 08 NOV FOOTBALL R.COUNTY V CELTIC 3pm

SAT 14 NOV ATHLETICS THE ILLUMINATOR RUN @ Aboyne Comm Ctr, 6pm Go wild through the night on Scotland’s toughest night half marathon. Run or walk 15 dark miles over rugged hill trails with just the glow of your head torch to lead the way. The average finishing time for runners is 2.5 hours and 6 hours for walkers. Your race/walk time will be recorded by electronic chip timing. The course is clearly way-marked and there will be a hot drinks station at the halfway point. Braemar Mountain Rescue Association is our nominated charity partner. The rescue team will also be at the event to provide additional safety support to all participants in partnership with our professional staff and first aid teams. More details: illuminatorrun.co.uk FOOTBALL BRORA V LOSSIE 3pm CLACH V WICK AC, 3pm S THISTLE V F WILLIAM, 3pm

F MECHS V F’TINE UTD, 3pm RUGBY RAF LOSSIE V D’MLINE 2pm

SAT 21 NOV FOOTBALL F WILLIAM V FORRES M, 3pm LOSSIE V F’BURGH, 3pm RUGBY RAF L V G’NIANS RFC, 2pm ICD V A’DEEN UNI, 2pm

SAT 28 NOV FOOTBALL F MECHS V T’RIFF UTD 3pm WICK AC V F’TINE UTD, 3pm CLACH V LOSSIE, 3pm S’SPEY T V HUNTLY, 3pm NAIRN C V D’VALE, 3pm RUGBY HRFC V B’MUIR 2pm (also U18S same time)

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Another month of fine theatrical fare kicks off with a stage adaptation of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE [1] at EDEN COURT on 01 NOV. The James Stewart film is nigh on sacred and even the very mention of it induces a lip tremble in the hardiest of folk so it’ll be interesting to see whether this production by Tony Palermo, directed by Guy Retallack, captures the magic as magnificently as Frank Capra did with the original.

Another genius who’s stood the test of time is PG Wodehouse, so the adaptation of a yarn featuring two of his most enduringly appealing characters should be a lot of fun. JEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE [2] @ EC from 06–08 NOV is a show that’s already been a huge hit down South and should prove just as enjoyable up here. There’s even an elegant savagery somewhere just beneath the chuckles.

Rather more contemporary comedy comes in the form of a trio of laugh merchants bearing down on us this month. First up on 05 NOV at EDEN COURT it’s FRANKIE BOYLE [3] who, since stepping back from TV has become sharper and funnier than ever, particularly in the wake of the referendum. ANDY HAMILTON (EC, 09 NOV) meanwhile is a TV ever-present, with plenty of panel show appearances as well as being one of the writers of the wonderful Outnumbered. His stand-up show promises to help us cope with life’s changes. And stuff. Last up, it’s DANIEL SLOSS [4], again at EDEN COURT, on 28 NOV. At the top of his game right now, with huge online success and even a pilot in the works for Warner Brothers Studios, this self-proclaimed “Half Man Half X Box” rarely disappoints.

Neither it seems does VAMPIRES ROCK [5], the show that first came to Inverness a few years back and proves ever more popular with each ensuing visit. The new show is called THE GHOST TRAIN and promises all those rock anthems set against a spectacular, camply spooky spectacle. It’s at EDEN COURT on 19 NOV.

Rather more poignant will be FAR, FAR FROM YPRES [6] (EC, 25 NOV). Songs about the Great War, both contemporary and traditional combine in this bringing together of theatre and music, telling the tale of an Everyman Tommy and his journey to the Somme and back to Scotland. A triumph at Celtic Connections it should be pretty special.

LIFE ON WHEELS [7] (EC, 26 NOV) is another melding of genres and memories, this time using the physical theatre skills of the Bella Kinetica company to examine two women revisiting the interweaving stories of their past lives and loves - from the post-war optimism of the late 1940s to the domestic realities of the 1950s and beyond.

And it’s panto time. Oh no it’s not. Well, actually it is, with LITTLE THEATRE NAIRN going a bit left field and putting on CALAMITY JANE from 26 NOV- 12 DEC. As original a start as you can imagine to the festive season, of which you’ll be reading much, much more next month.

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Another month of fine theatrical fare kicks off with a stage adaptation of IT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE [1] at EDEN COURT on 01 NOV. The James Stewart film is nigh on sacred and even the very mention of it induces a lip tremble in the hardiest of folk so it’ll be interesting to see whether this production by Tony Palermo, directed by Guy Retallack, captures the magic as magnificently as Frank Capra did with the original.

Another genius who’s stood the test of time is PG Wodehouse, so the adaptation of a yarn featuring two of his most enduringly appealing characters should be a lot of fun. JEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE [2] @ EC from 06–08 NOV is a show that’s already been a huge hit down South and should prove just as enjoyable up here. There’s even an elegant savagery somewhere just beneath the chuckles.

Rather more contemporary comedy comes in the form of a trio of laugh merchants bearing down on us this month. First up on 05 NOV at EDEN COURT it’s FRANKIE BOYLE [3] who, since stepping back from TV has become sharper and funnier than ever, particularly in the wake of the referendum. ANDY HAMILTON (EC, 09 NOV) meanwhile is a TV ever-present, with plenty of panel show appearances as well as being one of the writers of the wonderful Outnumbered. His stand-up show promises to help us cope with life’s changes. And stuff. Last up, it’s DANIEL SLOSS [4], again at EDEN COURT, on 28 NOV. At the top of his game right now, with huge online success and even a pilot in the works for Warner Brothers Studios, this self-proclaimed “Half Man Half X Box” rarely disappoints.

Neither it seems does VAMPIRES ROCK [5], the show that first came to Inverness a few years back and proves ever more popular with each ensuing visit. The new show is called THE GHOST TRAIN and promises all those rock anthems set against a spectacular, camply spooky spectacle. It’s at EDEN COURT on 19 NOV.

Rather more poignant will be FAR, FAR FROM YPRES [6] (EC, 25 NOV). Songs about the Great War, both contemporary and traditional combine in this bringing together of theatre and music, telling the tale of an Everyman Tommy and his journey to the Somme and back to Scotland. A triumph at Celtic Connections it should be pretty special.

LIFE ON WHEELS [7] (EC, 26 NOV) is another melding of genres and memories, this time using the physical theatre skills of the Bella Kinetica company to examine two women revisiting the interweaving stories of their past lives and loves - from the post-war optimism of the late 1940s to the domestic realities of the 1950s and beyond.

And it’s panto time. Oh no it’s not. Well, actually it is, with LITTLE THEATRE NAIRN going a bit left field and putting on CALAMITY JANE from 26 NOV- 12 DEC. As original a start as you can imagine to the festive season, of which you’ll be reading much, much more next month.

TUE 27 OCTGEORGES BIZET’S CARMEN @ Eden Court, 7.15pm. Revival of the 1999 co-production with Welsh National Opera.

WED 28 OCTALEISTER CROWLEY: A PASSION FOR EVIL @ The Phoenix, 8pm. John Burns performs his gripping one man play.

THU 29 OCTFUR COAT & MAGIC KNICKERS @ Warehouse Theatre, Lossie, 7.30pm. Fiona Knowles is back in her moving and topical one woman comedy show.

GEORGES BIZET’S CARMEN @ Eden Court, 7.15pm. As Tue 27 Oct.

FRI 30 OCTFUR COAT & MAGIC KNICKERS @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 7.30pm. As Thu 29 Oct.

SAT 31 OCTCOLIN CLOUD: FORENSIC MIND READER @ Eden Court, 8pm

GEORGES BIZET’S CARMEN @ Eden Court, 7.15pm, As Tue 27 Oct.

SUN 01 NOVIT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Adapted from the Frank Capra film by Tony Palermo

THE BOX @ Eden Court, 8pm.In 2013 a timecapsule from 1921 was discovered. This is the story of what was found inside.

TUE 03 NOVTHINGUMMY BOB @ Eden Court, 8pm. Bob has lost something important, something that might make him happy, he just can’t remember where he left it. luminatescotland.org

THU 05 NOVFRANKIE BOYLE: HURT LIKE YOU’VE NEVER BEEN LOVED @ Eden Court, 8pm.Frankie has written this new set not to tour, but as a response to Kendrick Lamar’s last album. After these stand-up performances the ball will very much be in Kendrick’s court. Come witness this harrowing onstage breakdown.

THE LAST YANKEE @ Eden Court, 8pm. Arthur Miller’s classic play. Leroy Hamilton, a descendant of one of America’s founding fathers and The Last Yankee, lives a modest life as a carpenter and has eschewed the pursuit of the American Dream.

FRI 06 NOVJEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. A new play adapted from the works of P.G. Wodehouse.By The Goodale Brothers.Directed by Sean Foley. This hilarious production layers joy on joy, joke on joke, in a delightful evening of theatrical absurdity featuring P.G. Wodehouse’s iconic double act.

SAT 07 NOVJEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE @ Eden Court, 1.30pm, 7.30pm. As Fri 06 Nov.

SUN 08 NOVJEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.As Fri 06 Nov.

MON 09 NOVANDY HAMILTON: CHANGE MANAGEMENT @ Eden Court, 8pm. Andy was once a 6’4”-tall professional basketball player, until a tree fell on him. But, of course, change is an inescapable part of the human condition. Why? Is that fair? Some changes are good, some bad. Why can’t they be more clearly labelled? How did we end up working longer hours? Where did all the sparrows go? If you’re feeling flustered because of flux, Andy will teach you how to cope with the changes we have seen and the changes yet to come.

TUE 10 NOVMALLORY : BEYOND EVEREST @ Eden Court, 8pm.On the 8th of June 1924 George Mallory and Andrew Irvine vanished into the mist on their final push toward the unconquered summit of Everest. They were never seen alive again and passed into mountaineering legend. Whether they were the first to climb the mountain is a debate that still rages. This one-man play written and first performed at the Edinburgh Fringe by actor and mountaineer John Burns. The play poses the question; what if Mallory had survived the mountain, what ghosts would have haunted him?

THU 19 NOVTHE SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL 2015 @ Eden Court, 7pm. This is the UK’s largest youth drama festival and enables over 1,000 primary, secondary, and special schools to stage abridged Shakespeare productions in their local theatres.

VAMPIRES ROCK : THE GHOST TRAIN @ Eden Court, 8pm. After 12 years and over a million tickets sold, Steve Steinman returns as Barron Von Rockula in the all new Vampires Rock Saga, The Ghost Train. This sure fire sell out is packed with some of the greatest ever classic rock anthems including We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Sweet Child Of Mine, Total Eclipse of the Heart and many more!!

FRI 20 NOVMINISTRY OF SCIENCE LIVE @ Eden Court, 1pm, 7pm.

WED 25 NOVFAR FAR FROM YPRES @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Written and directed by Ian McCalman. Featuring Gaelic Singer Mairi MacInnes. A cast of singers remain on stage throughout the performance, singing the

‘trench’, ‘marching’ and Music Hall songs of the time. From that chorus, groups and soloists come to the middle of the stage and perform songs, both contemporary and traditional, about the Great War. The narrator brilliantly links the songs with stories about the hero of the show, Jimmy MacDonald, who was born in “any village in Scotland”.

THU 26 NOVCALAMITY JANE PANTOMINE @ Little Theatre Nairn, 7pm, A Nairn Drama Club performance, script by Limelight Scripts. Tickets £10. nairndrama.org.uk

LIFE ON WHEELS @ Eden Court, 7pm. Does friendship endure more than love? Will it ground you; can it help you escape your reality? On roller-skates and in the air, two women revisit the interweaving stories of their past lives and loves - from the post-war optimism of the late 1940s to the domestic realities of the 1950s and beyond. Bella Kinetica’s new circus theatre show has physical feats that will take your breath away as they skate, spin and fly across the stage.

FRI 27 NOVCALAMITY JANE PANTOMINE @ Little Theatre Nairn, 7pm. As Thu 26 Nov.

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TUE 27 OCTGEORGES BIZET’S CARMEN @ Eden Court, 7.15pm. Revival of the 1999 co-production with Welsh National Opera.

WED 28 OCTALEISTER CROWLEY: A PASSION FOR EVIL @ The Phoenix, 8pm. John Burns performs his gripping one man play.

THU 29 OCTFUR COAT & MAGIC KNICKERS @ Warehouse Theatre, Lossie, 7.30pm. Fiona Knowles is back in her moving and topical one woman comedy show.

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FRI 30 OCTFUR COAT & MAGIC KNICKERS @ Nairn Comm Ctr, 7.30pm. As Thu 29 Oct.

SAT 31 OCTCOLIN CLOUD: FORENSIC MIND READER @ Eden Court, 8pm

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SUN 01 NOVIT’S A WONDERFUL LIFE @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Adapted from the Frank Capra film by Tony Palermo

THE BOX @ Eden Court, 8pm.In 2013 a timecapsule from 1921 was discovered. This is the story of what was found inside.

TUE 03 NOVTHINGUMMY BOB @ Eden Court, 8pm. Bob has lost something important, something that might make him happy, he just can’t remember where he left it. luminatescotland.org

THU 05 NOVFRANKIE BOYLE: HURT LIKE YOU’VE NEVER BEEN LOVED @ Eden Court, 8pm.Frankie has written this new set not to tour, but as a response to Kendrick Lamar’s last album. After these stand-up performances the ball will very much be in Kendrick’s court. Come witness this harrowing onstage breakdown.

THE LAST YANKEE @ Eden Court, 8pm. Arthur Miller’s classic play. Leroy Hamilton, a descendant of one of America’s founding fathers and The Last Yankee, lives a modest life as a carpenter and has eschewed the pursuit of the American Dream.

FRI 06 NOVJEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. A new play adapted from the works of P.G. Wodehouse.By The Goodale Brothers.Directed by Sean Foley. This hilarious production layers joy on joy, joke on joke, in a delightful evening of theatrical absurdity featuring P.G. Wodehouse’s iconic double act.

SAT 07 NOVJEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE @ Eden Court, 1.30pm, 7.30pm. As Fri 06 Nov.

SUN 08 NOVJEEVES AND WOOSTER IN PERFECT NONSENSE @ Eden Court, 7.30pm.As Fri 06 Nov.

MON 09 NOVANDY HAMILTON: CHANGE MANAGEMENT @ Eden Court, 8pm. Andy was once a 6’4”-tall professional basketball player, until a tree fell on him. But, of course, change is an inescapable part of the human condition. Why? Is that fair? Some changes are good, some bad. Why can’t they be more clearly labelled? How did we end up working longer hours? Where did all the sparrows go? If you’re feeling flustered because of flux, Andy will teach you how to cope with the changes we have seen and the changes yet to come.

TUE 10 NOVMALLORY : BEYOND EVEREST @ Eden Court, 8pm.On the 8th of June 1924 George Mallory and Andrew Irvine vanished into the mist on their final push toward the unconquered summit of Everest. They were never seen alive again and passed into mountaineering legend. Whether they were the first to climb the mountain is a debate that still rages. This one-man play written and first performed at the Edinburgh Fringe by actor and mountaineer John Burns. The play poses the question; what if Mallory had survived the mountain, what ghosts would have haunted him?

THU 19 NOVTHE SHAKESPEARE SCHOOLS FESTIVAL 2015 @ Eden Court, 7pm. This is the UK’s largest youth drama festival and enables over 1,000 primary, secondary, and special schools to stage abridged Shakespeare productions in their local theatres.

VAMPIRES ROCK : THE GHOST TRAIN @ Eden Court, 8pm. After 12 years and over a million tickets sold, Steve Steinman returns as Barron Von Rockula in the all new Vampires Rock Saga, The Ghost Train. This sure fire sell out is packed with some of the greatest ever classic rock anthems including We Will Rock You, Bat Out of Hell, Sweet Child Of Mine, Total Eclipse of the Heart and many more!!

FRI 20 NOVMINISTRY OF SCIENCE LIVE @ Eden Court, 1pm, 7pm.

WED 25 NOVFAR FAR FROM YPRES @ Eden Court, 7.30pm. Written and directed by Ian McCalman. Featuring Gaelic Singer Mairi MacInnes. A cast of singers remain on stage throughout the performance, singing the

‘trench’, ‘marching’ and Music Hall songs of the time. From that chorus, groups and soloists come to the middle of the stage and perform songs, both contemporary and traditional, about the Great War. The narrator brilliantly links the songs with stories about the hero of the show, Jimmy MacDonald, who was born in “any village in Scotland”.

THU 26 NOVCALAMITY JANE PANTOMINE @ Little Theatre Nairn, 7pm, A Nairn Drama Club performance, script by Limelight Scripts. Tickets £10. nairndrama.org.uk

LIFE ON WHEELS @ Eden Court, 7pm. Does friendship endure more than love? Will it ground you; can it help you escape your reality? On roller-skates and in the air, two women revisit the interweaving stories of their past lives and loves - from the post-war optimism of the late 1940s to the domestic realities of the 1950s and beyond. Bella Kinetica’s new circus theatre show has physical feats that will take your breath away as they skate, spin and fly across the stage.

FRI 27 NOVCALAMITY JANE PANTOMINE @ Little Theatre Nairn, 7pm. As Thu 26 Nov.

SAT 28 NOVCALAMITY JANE PANTOMINE @ Little Theatre Nairn, 7pm. As Thu 26 Nov. DANIEL SLOSS : DARK @ Eden Court, 8pm. Don’t miss the smash-hit new show from Scotland’s internationally acclaimed and award-winning comedy half-man-half-Xbox!

SUN 29 NOVCALAMITY JANE PANTOMINE @ Little Theatre Nairn, 7pm. As Thu 26 Nov. Performances through December, visit: nairndrama.org.uk

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The Ivy Bar & Kitchen25 Church Street, Inverness 01463 241 459

The site that’s now The Ivy Bar & Kitchen has been numerous dining incarnations over the years, most recently Joy Of Talk/Taste, but a while back it was something called Madison’s Casual Dining. That the food served there was average at best became something of an irrelevance as punters scratched their noggins and wondered what in tarnation “casual dining” was supposed to be, fi nally assuming it was something to do with loosened neckties before staying away in droves.

It turns out that the mysterious Madison empire might just have been way ahead of its time as “casual dining” is most defi nitely a thing these days, or at least the concept of eating out not being subject to the strict rules and expectations of yore. A clue comes in the “Bar & Kitchen” bit of The Ivy’s name, something that’s also been adopted by other places in town like the renamed Kool Runnings (“Caribbean Bar & Kitchen”) and Scotch & Rye (“Bar & Grill”). These aren’t places where you’re forced to go down the three course route, championing instead something more

informal and devil-may-care. Down South they’ve embraced this concept for years, but it’s only now that it’s really taking off here and in the case of The Ivy they’re doing it by branding what they serve as “Scottish Tapas”. Despite the fact that what they’re offering is in no way tapas of any ilk and would possibly have any visiting Spaniard getting the vapours at such an epithet, it’s a neat shorthand for what is basically a selection of smaller-portioned dishes that you can mix and match with gay abandon.

First things fi rst, the space itself. Despite being just a glorifi ed box, it works surprisingly well, its city centre location on Church St and fl oor to ceiling glass frontage meaning it’s one of the best places in town for watching the world go by. The refurb includes stylish, modern furniture, a more relaxed area with couches and plastic ivy in tribute to their name that actually looks pretty smart. It’s a welcoming place and has you thinking that those vile Sixties prefabs by the river on Bridge Street might benefi t from a similar overhaul.

One of the things pulling the punters in during the day is the offer of three tapas for £10, an alluring proposition, but one that isn’t quite the bargain it initially seems. Terms and conditions demand you select a plate from each of three sections on a special menu, one of them basically just chips and another a more conventional starter. It’s far better, if more expensive, to order à la carte – where you’ll see the scope and skills on offer. There’s a fi ne array divided into fi sh & seafood, meat and vegetarian, with burgers available for them that are frightened of the tapas concept.

And it’s there that the wonders of the Highland larder that we keep on banging on about are truly showcased, with scallops, venison, salmon, haggis and more all offered in a variety of interesting ways. With each dish costing somewhere between £5–£8, it’s already far from any authentic tapas concept and perhaps best just to think of it as a selection of starters. Whatever the case, it’s certainly hard to ignore the prospect of the likes of Venison Carpaccio, Haggis Meatballs, Black Pudding with 3939

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The Ivy Bar & Kitchen25 Church Street, Inverness 01463 241 459

The site that’s now The Ivy Bar & Kitchen has been numerous dining incarnations over the years, most recently Joy Of Talk/Taste, but a while back it was something called Madison’s Casual Dining. That the food served there was average at best became something of an irrelevance as punters scratched their noggins and wondered what in tarnation “casual dining” was supposed to be, fi nally assuming it was something to do with loosened neckties before staying away in droves.

It turns out that the mysterious Madison empire might just have been way ahead of its time as “casual dining” is most defi nitely a thing these days, or at least the concept of eating out not being subject to the strict rules and expectations of yore. A clue comes in the “Bar & Kitchen” bit of The Ivy’s name, something that’s also been adopted by other places in town like the renamed Kool Runnings (“Caribbean Bar & Kitchen”) and Scotch & Rye (“Bar & Grill”). These aren’t places where you’re forced to go down the three course route, championing instead something more

informal and devil-may-care. Down South they’ve embraced this concept for years, but it’s only now that it’s really taking off here and in the case of The Ivy they’re doing it by branding what they serve as “Scottish Tapas”. Despite the fact that what they’re offering is in no way tapas of any ilk and would possibly have any visiting Spaniard getting the vapours at such an epithet, it’s a neat shorthand for what is basically a selection of smaller-portioned dishes that you can mix and match with gay abandon.

First things fi rst, the space itself. Despite being just a glorifi ed box, it works surprisingly well, its city centre location on Church St and fl oor to ceiling glass frontage meaning it’s one of the best places in town for watching the world go by. The refurb includes stylish, modern furniture, a more relaxed area with couches and plastic ivy in tribute to their name that actually looks pretty smart. It’s a welcoming place and has you thinking that those vile Sixties prefabs by the river on Bridge Street might benefi t from a similar overhaul.

One of the things pulling the punters in during the day is the offer of three tapas for £10, an alluring proposition, but one that isn’t quite the bargain it initially seems. Terms and conditions demand you select a plate from each of three sections on a special menu, one of them basically just chips and another a more conventional starter. It’s far better, if more expensive, to order à la carte – where you’ll see the scope and skills on offer. There’s a fi ne array divided into fi sh & seafood, meat and vegetarian, with burgers available for them that are frightened of the tapas concept.

And it’s there that the wonders of the Highland larder that we keep on banging on about are truly showcased, with scallops, venison, salmon, haggis and more all offered in a variety of interesting ways. With each dish costing somewhere between £5–£8, it’s already far from any authentic tapas concept and perhaps best just to think of it as a selection of starters. Whatever the case, it’s certainly hard to ignore the prospect of the likes of Venison Carpaccio, Haggis Meatballs, Black Pudding with 3939

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Caramelised Apples, Cullen Skink Tortilla and Orkney Crab Timbale.

My companion however draws the short straw and in the line of duty orders from the aforementioned set menu, taking Bruschetta, Macaroni Cheese and Chips. I meanwhile plump for Isle Of Mull Souffl é and, from the daily specials board, Slow Braised Shin Of Beef Suet Pudding along with another portion of chips (as required by Scottish law).

Everything arrives at once as is the tapas way of things and the fi rst thing that strikes you is the lovely presentation, a selection of different pans, bowls and boards showing each dish off at its best. That said, my companion’s Bruschetta isn’t the raw tomato’n’garlic combo that you might expect, being rather closer to a French bread pizza and, though competent, hardly likely to set the senses alight. His macaroni cheese is much, much better though, arriving still bubbling from the oven and fulsomely declared to be magnifi cent.

A similar description could be made of my souffl é. Despite its reputation as a minefi eld for culinary reputations, when twice-baked as here, it can be prepared in advance then given a fi nal heating and still come out proudly risen. Which is exactly what happens. A fl uffy interior, light as a cloud and the glorious tang of Mull cheddar transforming it into something unforgettable. Possibly worth the visit for that alone.

Suet pudding is obviously about as far from any traditional notion of tapas as you can imagine, but perhaps there is some sort of common link in that it’s a dish using local ingredients and presented as simply as possible (in this case in an iron skillet) without any distracting bells and whistles. It’s a triumph, the slow-cooked meat unctuous and packed full of fl avour, tasty gravy soaking into the surprisingly light suet crust. And the chips are pretty good too, twice (thrice?) cooked to achieve that perfect texture. Our friendly waiter brings a dessert menu and despite being fuller than you might imagine from ostensibly just “grazing”, we decide to see how the tapas concept can be brought to bear

on puddings. And they’re perhaps the most impressive part of the whole meal, something in itself that sets The Ivy apart from almost every other joint in town.

My pal orders The Ivy’s White Chocolate Mousse and what arrives is an artistic delight as well as a culinary treat. It’s served in a fl owerpot with edible fl owers, hazelnut soil and well-made mousse beneath. Defi nitely a showstopper and something that wouldn’t look out of place on Bake Off, Great British Menu and the like. My choice is equally assured. Though served in a similar skillet to my suet pudding and coincidentally rather resembling that dish at fi rst glance, Espresso Panacotta is a thing of wonder, with just the right degree of wobble and an inspired Tia Maria syrup. The accompanying Toasted Carrot Cake is a step too far however, providing texture but a grittily unpleasant taste. That apart, it’s a fi ne end to a consistently impressive meal.

Tapas though? Not really and, as my companion noted, this selection seemed closer to a pub lunch than to little bowls of olives, patatas bravas, tortilla, wild boar, church-tower-killed goat and sangria that we all enjoy in Spain. And sharing some of the dishes would be diffi cult, though you offered plates should you wish to do so. That said, once you’ve bought into the concept and sidestepped the set menu, you could have yourself a fi ne time here, especially since the waiting and bar staff are all friendly without being intrusive. Casual dining? It might just catch on.

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Party Nights at the COLUMBA HOTELFriday & Saturday Nights:4th & 5th, 11th & 12th, 18th & 19th

Come and enjoy a 3 course festive menu then after your meal, enjoy all those

favourite tunes from all eras until the wee small hour with our disco night.

Arrive for 7pm with dinner served 7.30pm. Bar closes at midnight

disco finishes at 12:30amDress code – smart • Over 16’s only

All Nights £21.00 per person(upgrade to include 1/2 bottle wine

for an additional £5 per person)

Pre-Booking deposit required, prepayment 14 days prior essential.

Call to book or to request the menu: 01463 231 391

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The HSPC Gerald Cooper Cup goes to the fastest highland based finisher of the Loch Ness Marathon, we caught up with winner JOHN NEWSOM.

Congratulations! Were you excited when you heard you’d won the Cup? I was delighted, I had read about it on the Loch Ness Marathon website and in the local press so thought I might be in with a chance of winning it. Next step is to try and retain it!

Were you pleased with your time? My personal best is 2:24 and I would have liked to run close to this at Loch Ness so I was a little disappointed. It is a difficult course and it took its toll on me towards the end where I lost a lot of time.

Why did you take up running? I have been running as long as I can remember! My first race was the Donkey Brae Run 2 mile fun run in Aberdour (Fife) where I grew up, I was probably about 6 years old and did it every year until I was old enough to do the 7 mile version

at 17 years old. I have always enjoyed it, it helped that I was quite good at it!

Is it harder to do the Loch Ness Marathon through a rural area than a city marathon? I have run marathons in Frankfurt and Manchester, these are flat courses designed for fast times. Loch Ness is entirely different! I live locally and do a lot of training out on my own in the countryside so I am quite accustomed to running in similar conditions to the Loch Ness marathon. I ran almost the whole race on my own which is very different from the city marathons.

What’s the hardest part? The last 8 miles! I have moved up from shorter distance races (5000m, 10K and Half Marathons) and have not quite mastered how to last the full 26.2 mile distance without the wheels falling off.

Any advice for someone who’s considering running their first marathon next year? Build up gradually, you’ll be surprised how quickly you improve. Try and stick to a programme and get out running as often as you can, it

John Newsom Wins The Gerald Cooper Cup!

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The HSPC Gerald Cooper Cup goes to the fastest highland based finisher of the Loch Ness Marathon, we caught up with winner JOHN NEWSOM.

Congratulations! Were you excited when you heard you’d won the Cup? I was delighted, I had read about it on the Loch Ness Marathon website and in the local press so thought I might be in with a chance of winning it. Next step is to try and retain it!

Were you pleased with your time? My personal best is 2:24 and I would have liked to run close to this at Loch Ness so I was a little disappointed. It is a difficult course and it took its toll on me towards the end where I lost a lot of time.

Why did you take up running? I have been running as long as I can remember! My first race was the Donkey Brae Run 2 mile fun run in Aberdour (Fife) where I grew up, I was probably about 6 years old and did it every year until I was old enough to do the 7 mile version

at 17 years old. I have always enjoyed it, it helped that I was quite good at it!

Is it harder to do the Loch Ness Marathon through a rural area than a city marathon? I have run marathons in Frankfurt and Manchester, these are flat courses designed for fast times. Loch Ness is entirely different! I live locally and do a lot of training out on my own in the countryside so I am quite accustomed to running in similar conditions to the Loch Ness marathon. I ran almost the whole race on my own which is very different from the city marathons.

What’s the hardest part? The last 8 miles! I have moved up from shorter distance races (5000m, 10K and Half Marathons) and have not quite mastered how to last the full 26.2 mile distance without the wheels falling off.

Any advice for someone who’s considering running their first marathon next year? Build up gradually, you’ll be surprised how quickly you improve. Try and stick to a programme and get out running as often as you can, it

John Newsom Wins The Gerald Cooper Cup!

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helps if there is a group or local club you can run with. I have certainly enjoyed running with the Inverness Harriers this year and working hard together, we have all seen our performances improve.

When’s your next marathon? I intend to come back and try again at Loch Ness next year, I suspect that will be my next marathon although I may get my arm twisted into doing another one in the Spring.

Finally, who are you donating the prize money to? Highland Cycle Ability Centre.

Dawn Bain (pictured inset with John) commented:The Baxter’s Loch Ness Festival of Running is always a fantastic event and not one to be missed! There is such a buzz around the finish line; family members anxiously awaiting the return of loved ones then the delight when they are spotted, the euphoria of the runners, the enthusiasm of the many volunteers and the cheering of the crowds gathered along the route all combine to make a really special day. Of course being blessed with good weather does lift everyone’s spirits!

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John crosses the finish line!

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7pm BROOKLYN [12A] ***Opening Film*** SP H 7.15pm QUANTUM LOVE (Une Recontre) [15+ IFF] UK NWC

9pm VICTORIA [15] SP NWC A WED

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11.30am THE LADYKILLERS [U] CBC

2pm FROM CALIGARI TO HITLER: GERMAN CINEMA IN THE AGE OF THE MASSES [15+ IFF] SP DOC

5pm HE NAMED ME MALALA [PG] H

6.45pm BIG GOLD DREAM: SCOTTISH POST-PUNK AND INFILTRATING THE MAINSTREAM [15+ IFF] DOC

8.30pm BONE TOMAHAWK [18+ IFF] SP H

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10.30am SHORTS FOR WEE ONES [3+ IFF] DFF

11am THE THIRD DAD + UNITED WE WILL SWIM… AGAIN + THE BANANA REPUBLIC + A WEE NIGHT IN + MINING POEMS OR ODES + TAPES FROM THE REVOLUTIONARY [all 15+ IFF]: SD 2pm THE LESSON (Urok) [15+ IFF] NWC A

2.15pm THE HAPPIEST DAYS OF YOUR LIFE [U] CBC

4pm COURT [12+ IFF] SP NWC

4.15pm VERY SEMI-SERIOUS [12+ IFF] SP DOC

6.10pm CORN ISLAND (Simindis Kundzuli) [15+ IFF] SP NWC

6.30pm IONA [15+ IFF] H

8pm GÜEROS [15+ IFF] SP NWC A

8.30pm GRANDMA [15] SP H

10pm RUINED HEART: ANOTHER LOVE STORY BETWEEN A CRIMINAL AND A WHORE [18] NWC

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11am MISERY GUTS + GASPING + DROPPING OFF MICHAEL + WHAT HAPPENS AFTER SIX + GUIDE TO FETAL DEVELOPMENT + BOAT [all 15+ IFF] SC 1 11.30am SCHOOL FOR SCOUNDRELS [U] CBC

1.30pm ANTBOY: REVENGE OF THE RED FURY (Antboy:Den Røde Furies Hævn) [8+ IFF] DFF2pm MADE IN MY TOUN [6+ IFF] SE 3pm NOW OR NEVER (Maintenant Ou Jamais)[15+ IFF] UK NWC

4pm STEVE MCQUEEN: THE MAN & LE MANS [15+ IFF] SP DOC

5.30pm VALLEY OF LOVE [15+ IFF] SP NWC

6.15pm CLOSER TO THE MOON [12A] SP H

7.15pm SLEEPING WITH OTHER PEOPLE [15+ IFF] H

8.30pm PAWN SACRIFICE [12A] H

9.15pm THE WITCH [18+ IFF] SP H

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10.30am SHORTS FOR MIDDLE ONES [8+] DFF

11am FIRST ASCENT + TIDE + BB + COWARD + TRACKS + STORY OF AN OBJECT [all 15+ IFF] SC 2

12pm LAMB [12+ IFF] NWC

1pm OUR LITTLE SISTER (Umimachi Diary) [12+ IFF] SP H

2pm A CROFTER’S LIFE IN SHETLAND + CLAVEL + JENNY’S ARCTIC DIARY [8+ IFF] SE 3.30pm LEARNING TO DRIVE [12+ IFF] H

4.45pm CABAC: NEW MOVING IMAGE FROM SCOTLAND [15+ IFF] UK SE 6pm FAR FROM MEN (Lion Des Hommes) [15+ IFF] SP H

6.30pm CARNIVAL OF SOULS [12+ IFF] SE 7.45pm SON OF SAUL [15+ IFF] SP H A

8pm BLACK MASS [15] ***Closing Film*** SP H

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7pm BROOKLYN [12A] ***Opening Film*** SP H 7.15pm QUANTUM LOVE (Une Recontre) [15+ IFF] UK NWC

9pm VICTORIA [15] SP NWC A WED

04

11.30am THE LADYKILLERS [U] CBC

2pm FROM CALIGARI TO HITLER: GERMAN CINEMA IN THE AGE OF THE MASSES [15+ IFF] SP DOC

5pm HE NAMED ME MALALA [PG] H

6.45pm BIG GOLD DREAM: SCOTTISH POST-PUNK AND INFILTRATING THE MAINSTREAM [15+ IFF] DOC

8.30pm BONE TOMAHAWK [18+ IFF] SP H

THU

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10.30am SHORTS FOR WEE ONES [3+ IFF] DFF

11am THE THIRD DAD + UNITED WE WILL SWIM… AGAIN + THE BANANA REPUBLIC + A WEE NIGHT IN + MINING POEMS OR ODES + TAPES FROM THE REVOLUTIONARY [all 15+ IFF]: SD 2pm THE LESSON (Urok) [15+ IFF] NWC A

2.15pm THE HAPPIEST DAYS OF YOUR LIFE [U] CBC

4pm COURT [12+ IFF] SP NWC

4.15pm VERY SEMI-SERIOUS [12+ IFF] SP DOC

6.10pm CORN ISLAND (Simindis Kundzuli) [15+ IFF] SP NWC

6.30pm IONA [15+ IFF] H

8pm GÜEROS [15+ IFF] SP NWC A

8.30pm GRANDMA [15] SP H

10pm RUINED HEART: ANOTHER LOVE STORY BETWEEN A CRIMINAL AND A WHORE [18] NWC

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11am MISERY GUTS + GASPING + DROPPING OFF MICHAEL + WHAT HAPPENS AFTER SIX + GUIDE TO FETAL DEVELOPMENT + BOAT [all 15+ IFF] SC 1 11.30am SCHOOL FOR SCOUNDRELS [U] CBC

1.30pm ANTBOY: REVENGE OF THE RED FURY (Antboy:Den Røde Furies Hævn) [8+ IFF] DFF2pm MADE IN MY TOUN [6+ IFF] SE 3pm NOW OR NEVER (Maintenant Ou Jamais)[15+ IFF] UK NWC

4pm STEVE MCQUEEN: THE MAN & LE MANS [15+ IFF] SP DOC

5.30pm VALLEY OF LOVE [15+ IFF] SP NWC

6.15pm CLOSER TO THE MOON [12A] SP H

7.15pm SLEEPING WITH OTHER PEOPLE [15+ IFF] H

8.30pm PAWN SACRIFICE [12A] H

9.15pm THE WITCH [18+ IFF] SP H

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10.30am SHORTS FOR MIDDLE ONES [8+] DFF

11am FIRST ASCENT + TIDE + BB + COWARD + TRACKS + STORY OF AN OBJECT [all 15+ IFF] SC 2

12pm LAMB [12+ IFF] NWC

1pm OUR LITTLE SISTER (Umimachi Diary) [12+ IFF] SP H

2pm A CROFTER’S LIFE IN SHETLAND + CLAVEL + JENNY’S ARCTIC DIARY [8+ IFF] SE 3.30pm LEARNING TO DRIVE [12+ IFF] H

4.45pm CABAC: NEW MOVING IMAGE FROM SCOTLAND [15+ IFF] UK SE 6pm FAR FROM MEN (Lion Des Hommes) [15+ IFF] SP H

6.30pm CARNIVAL OF SOULS [12+ IFF] SE 7.45pm SON OF SAUL [15+ IFF] SP H A

8pm BLACK MASS [15] ***Closing Film*** SP H

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Closing night fi lmSun 08 Nov, 8pm

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