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Art Studio

Creative Summer art studio sessions for young people age 12 – 16 led by artist Kirsten Mcilroy. Each day will start with observational drawing which you will develop into expressive painting, printmaking and ceramic artworks. The Art Studio will be held in An Lanntair’s art room and outdoors in Stornoway (weather dependent).

Thu 30 JulAn Lanntair(20.4mi)

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Disclosure Day

If you found out we weren’t alone, if someone showed you, proved it to you, would that frighten you? This summer, the truth belongs to eight billion people. We are coming close to … Disclosure Day. Directed by: Steven Spielberg

Thu 30 JulAn Lanntair(20.4mi)

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Supergirl

When an unexpected and ruthless adversary strikes too close to home, Supergirl reluctantly joins forces with an unlikely companion for an interstellar journey of vengeance and justice. Directed by: Craig Gillespie

Fri 31 JulAn Lanntair(20.4mi)

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Artist Gathering

An Lanntair’s Artist Gatherings are monthly social events for island artists of all disciplines, from music, film and theatre to visual art and design. You do not need to be established or professional to come along. Everyone is welcome and we are here to support all forms of creativity. Each month we invite two people… More…

Fri 31 JulAn Lanntair(20.4mi)

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Forecourt Sessions – Harris AllStars

Join us for an alfresco afternoon performance from the Harris AllStars. 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 1 AugAn Lanntair(20.4mi)

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Dance

Dance teaching CLPL

This fun and practical 3hr course will give teachers and youth workers the confidence, skills and knowledge to deliver dance sessions that develop creativity and basic movement skills with their young people. Through easy games and tasks we will show you easy ways to get young people moving whilst developing transferable skills such as collaboration and communication. Lesson plans and ideas for music will be provided.

Tue 4 AugAn Lanntair(20.4mi)

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Trad Sessions with Jane MacMillan

Do you play the fiddle, pipes, accordion, guitar, sing or play any other trad instrument? Come along to our Trad Sessions led by Jane Hepburn MacMillan! You can come alone, with friends or with the family, just make sure you bring an instrument to play a traditional tune or two with the group. The sessions… More…

Wed 5 AugAn Lanntair(20.4mi)

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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(20.4mi)

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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(20.4mi)

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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(20.4mi)

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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(20.4mi)

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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(20.4mi)

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Back to school Silent Disco with Nonoisence

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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(20.4mi)

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NT Live: The Playboy of the Western World

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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(20.4mi)

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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(20.4mi)

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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(20.4mi)

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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(20.4mi)

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Western Isles, Scotland

Uigean is in Western Isles, with local places and neighbouring communities close by. Its events calendar is usually shaped by practical local spaces such as local halls, churches and community spaces, rather than big set-piece attractions. Near Here brings Uigean events into one place so you can see what is coming up without a long search. Check the listing details before you go, especially times, booking notes and access information.

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