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Around £5

Singin’ in the Rain

Don and Lina are accomplished silent film actors who have often worked together. However, with the gradual transition of silent films to talkies, they face their share of struggles. A special screening celebrating our focus on dance throughout August. Directed by: Gene Kelly and Stanley Donen

Thu 6 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Community

Clàr presents: Art in Motion

What happens when you take your sculpture for a spin? Find out in this week long art vehicle workshop. We’ll explore the history of nomadic artworks, scavenge for parts, and collaborate on a convoy of fantastical constructions. The course will cover concept, design, build and performance skills as we work towards a public procession at the end of the week.

Fri 7 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

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Community

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The Odyssey

After the Trojan War, Odysseus faces a dangerous voyage back to Ithaca, meeting creatures like the Cyclops Polyphemus, Sirens, and Calypso along the way. Directed by: Christopher Nolan

Fri 7 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

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Dance

Ydance: Dance Leadership Award

YDance, in partnership with An Lanntair, will be delivering an Award in Dance Leadership Course accredited by Leadership Skills Foundations. The Dance Leadership Award helps young people develop leadership skills through dance, building confidence and preparing them to lead activities in their community.

Sat 8 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Children & FamilyDance

Youth Creative Dance Company

Join us for a fun, creative week of dance led by an experienced YDance tutor – Beth Gildea. Learn a variety of styles including Jazz, Street, Contemporary, creative and more and finish the week with a sharing on the final day!

Sat 8 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Back to school Silent Disco with Nonoisence

Dance

Around £4

Back to school Silent Disco with Nonoisence

A last chance to make (no) noise before school returns! Grab your headphones and dance to your choice of music from three channels featuring music for younger ones, dance classics or pop floor fillers!

Wed 12 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

NT Live: The Playboy of the Western World

Community

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NT Live: The Playboy of the Western World

Pegeen Flaherty’s life is turned upside down when a young man walks into her pub claiming that he’s killed his father. Instead of being shunned, the killer becomes a local hero and begins to win hearts, that is until a second man unexpectedly arrives on the scene… Directed by: Caitríona McLaughlin

Thu 13 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

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Community

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Minions and Monsters

Follows the Minions in 1920s Hollywood as they search for frightening creatures for their monster movie, partner with a green creature, and must save the planet after unleashing monsters. Directed by: Pierre Coffin

Fri 14 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Nature & OutdoorsTalks & Lectures

Talk and Boat Trip to Suardal

Talk and boat trip to the former settlement at Suardal

Sat 15 AugThe Islands Book Trust(7.4mi)

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History & HeritageNature & OutdoorsTalks & Lectures

Talk and Boat Trip: Suardal

A talk and boat trip from Keose to the former settlement at Suardal led by Iain Mackenzie.

Sat 15 AugThe Islands Book Trust(7.4mi)

via The Islands Book TrustLocal gem

Talks & Lectures

Talk and Boat Trip to Suardal

Talk and boat trip to the former settlement at Suardal, Kinloch, Lewis with Iain Mackenzie

Sat 15 Aug10:00The Islands Book Trust(7.4mi)

via The Islands Book TrustLocal gem

Community

Then and Now – Yasmin Davidson

Yasmin is from the Isle of Berneray and studied Fine Art in Dundee. She specialises in oil painting, and over the past five years, has had exhibitions at Taigh Chearsahagh in North Uist. These images depict aspects of traditional life and work that hold a sense of community, still evident today. Through UistFilm’s digitised 8mm… More…

Mon 17 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Likely freeCommunity

Art Cafe

Come to Art Cafe, a creative hangout with hot drinks, snacks and a creative group project to dive into. Suitable for age 14 – 18 year olds. This is your space to meet friends, express yourself, and make something amazing together.

Wed 19 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

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Live Music

Forecourt Sessions – Kevan Cadman

Join us for an alfresco afternoon performance from Kevan Cadman. Whether you’re passing by, meeting friends, or looking for a soundtrack to your Saturday afternoon, come and enjoy some fantastic live music on our forecourt.

Sat 22 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Theatre

Around £10

A Night of Drama with Phoenix Theatre

For one night only, Phoenix Theatre brings an unforgettable evening of live drama to An Lanntair. Performed by the group’s talented Senior Youth and Adult casts, this special double bill features two powerful one-act plays that promise an evening of emotion, intensity and thought-provoking storytelling. Sweep Under Rug, by Lindsay Price, is a gripping dystopian… More…

Wed 26 AugAn Lanntair(11.8mi)

via An LanntairLocal gem

Religion & Spirituality

2026-08-27 19:30 - August Communion Weekend

Time: Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 19:30Details: Location: TBC

Thu 27 Aug20:30High Free Church Manse(12.2mi)

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Community

August Communion Weekend

Time: Thursday, 27 August 2026 at 19:30Details: Location: TBC

Thu 27 Aug20:30High Free Church Manse(12.2mi)

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Western Isles, Scotland

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