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What’s On at Strathpeffer Pavilion
9 Jul 2012 in Highland
20 July 8 pm the Scottish Chamber Orchestra makes its eagerly-awaited annual visit to the Pavilion. With popular guest conductor Nicholas McGegan, the SCO performs symphonies by Mozart and Haydn, both written to impress the Parisian audiences of their time. There are also well-known favourites and rarities from 18th century operatic repertoire, including music by Mozart and Cimarosa and a selection of arias by Haydn, performed by the brilliant South African baritone William Berger. A perfect programme for a summer evening’s entertainment from one of the world’s finest chamber orchestras. Tickets £14 (seniors £12, other conc. and all under 26s £5) on-line from www.WeGotTickets.com and www.Ticketweb.co.uk, also from 24-hour hotline 08444 771000, June’s Card Shop Dingwall and Pavilion 01997 420124
25 July 8 pm the Tannahill Weavers – one of Scotland’s longest-established traditional groups, one of whose early members was the great Dougie MacLean. Their music reflects both the Highland and Lowland aspects of our musical heritage and last year they were inducted into the Scots Trad Music Awards Hall of Fame. Tickets £12 / £11 / £6 online from WeGotTickets and TicketWeb, also TicketWeb 24-hr hotline 08444 771000, June’s Card Shop Dingwall and Pavilion office 01997 420124
2 Aug 8 pm Strangebird Zirkus thrilled the Pavilion audience last year with a performance of “Uncharted Waters” with aerial dance company All Or Nothing. This year, Strangebird returns with a new production, “Ornithology”, an encounter of absurd comedy, acrobatic stunts, Chinese pole and ill-fated gardening – also sure to provide acrobatic thrills for young and old alike. “… the perfect marriage of circus skills with story” (The List). “A charismatic combination of thoughtful theatre and physical skill” (The Scotsman). Tickets £12 (conc. £11, school pupils £6) online from WeGotTickets and TicketWeb, also TicketWeb 24-hr hotline 08444 771000, June’s Card Shop Dingwall and Pavilion 01997 420124
11 Aug 9 pm to 1 am Strath Games Dance in the Pavilion, following the annual Strathpeffer Highland Gathering at Castle Leod. Ceilidh dance with music by Strathpeffer Dance Band, who play a variety of popular and country songs as well as excellent Scottish country dance music. Tickets £10 online from WeGotTickets and TicketWeb, also TicketWeb 24-hr hotline 08444 771000, June’s Card Shop Dingwall and Pavilion 01997 420124
www.strathpefferhighlandgathering.com
22 Aug 3 pm to 5 pm Bingo! Being organised by Friends of the Pavilion – more details soon, price yet TBC
2 Sep 3 pm the Highland Chamber Orchestra presents one of its popular Sunday afternoon concerts: Mozart overture to Cosi fan Tutte, Beethoven Symphony No. 1, Wagner Siegfried Idyll, Fauré Pavane, and The Joy of Small Things by Andy Evans. Tickets £8 / £6 / £1 not yet available from Pavilion – for advance bookings ring HCO 01463 223171
www.highland-chamber-orchestra.co.uk
7 Sep 7.30 pm Blas Festival tribute to Calum Kennedy. Hosted by Fiona Kennedy and Arthur Cormack, this evening pays tribute to Fiona’s late and internationally acclaimed father. Joining them will be James Graham, Darren Maclean and Kristine Kennedy, along with old friends and acquaintances gathering together in song, story and evocative imagery, to create a picture of the legendary Calum Kennedy. Tickets are now on sale at the Pavilion as well as via TicketWeb.co.uk, including special 24hr hotline 0844 248 5096 – Earlybird price until 31 July £12 for all adults. £5 for children/school pupils
www.blas-festival.com/dihaoine–friday-7th.html
21 Sep 8 pm Glasgow Phoenix Choir – we’re delighted to welcome one of Scotland’s greatest choirs back to the Pavilion. Springing from the ashes of the legendary Orpheus Choir, the Phoenix has since proved to be a more than worthy successor. As on previous visits to the Pavilion (and at concerts elsewhere), special guests will be Glasgow Phoenix’s favourite Gaelic choir – our own Dingwall Gaelic Choir, regular prizewinners at the National Gaelic Mod and various local mods. Tickets £10 (conc. £8) are already online with WeGotTickets.com and TicketWeb.co.uk – on sale elsewhere soon.
www.facebook.com/dingwall.choir
3 Sep 11 am to 4 pm Autumn Wedding Fair – another chance for couples planning their special day to be inspired by the Pavilion and meet many top local suppliers of wedding-related services. Free entry for visitors on the day. Anyone who wishes to exhibit at the event should ring Andrew or Mary Dawn on 01997 420124
www.strathpefferpavilion.org/weddings.asp
29 Sep 8 pm Dr. Feelgood: touring pretty much continuously since 1973, Dr. Feelgood always give 100% of the finest British rhythm and blues to make you feel good. Performing such hits as “Milk & Alcohol”, “Down At The Doctors” and “Roxette”, the Doctors will see you now! Tickets £15 (conc. £14, school pupils £6) can be bought from WeGotTickets and TicketWeb. They’re also on sale via TicketWeb 24-hr hotline 08444 771000 and Pavilion 01997 420124 (9 to 6 Monday to Friday).
4 Oct 8 pm Scottish Opera returns to the Pavilion, this time with a new production of Verdi’s great opera “La Traviata”. Tickets on sale from mid-July, £14 full price, £5 for under 26s, no other concessions.
7 Oct Antiques & Collectables Fair being organised by Friends of the Pavilion – more info soon
19 Oct 12 noon to 7 pm and
20 Oct 10 am to 5 pm Food & Craft Fair organised by Friends of the Pavilion. Free entry for the public. Anyone wishing to book a table should ring Frances on 01997 421344
26 Oct Fashion Show organised by Friends of the Pavilion, in association with the Puffin Pool, Dingwall
2 Nov 8 pm Skerryvore – originally from the Isle of Tiree and now based in Glasgow, Skerryvore are favourites on the music festival circuit, feature in VisitScotland’s current TV ad and have thrilled audiences from Chicago to Shanghai. Lead singer Alec Dalglish won the Frankie Miller Songwriter of the Year award last year. Their sound has evolved in recent years but still maintains a strong ceilidh element.
Plus conferences, weddings, functions and other private events not included on this list
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