North East Arts Touring

Everybody to Kenmure Street
2026-07-08 19:00 (Europe/London) | MacRobert Memorial Hall, The Square, Tarland, Aberdeenshire, AB34 YL, United Kingdom
In May 2021, a UK Home Office dawn raid triggers one of the most spontaneous and successful acts of civil resistance in recent memory. In Pollokshields, Scotland’s most diverse neighbourhood, hundreds of residents rush to the streets to stop the deportation of their neighbours.
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Running Time: 98 Minutes
Genre: Documentary
Director: Felipe Bustos Sierra
Starring: Emma Thompson, Kate Dickie

Offside
2026-06-17 19:00 | MacRobert Memorial Hall, The Square, Tarland, Aberdeenshire, AB34 YL, United Kingdom
During the 2006 World Cup qualifying match between Iran and Bahrain, numerous young women are caught and rounded up for dressing as men so they could gain access to the game. Guarded by several soldiers in a holding pen, the women attempt to keep updated on the score.
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Running Time: 93 Minutes
Genre: Comedy, Drama
Director: Jafar Panahi
Starring: Sima Mobarak-Shahi, Shayesteh Irani, Ayda Sadeqi, Golnaz Farmani, Mahnaz Zabihi, Nazanin Sediq-Zabihi, Nazanin Sediq-Zadeh

Deiseil: Dancing in Time
2026-05-23 19:30 | Garmouth & Kingston Village Hall, Spey Street, Garmouth, IV32 7NJ, United Kingdom
Deiseil: Dancing in Time is a powerful exploration of how stepdance, Scotland’s percussive dance, was lost… and how its revival became woven into a lifelong friendship. Experience a compelling journey across centuries of tradition told through fiddle, feet, Gaelic song and story, in an immersive performance which draws you in to the heart of our heritage.
Deiseil means “ready” in Scottish Gaelic : be ready for a mesmerising reflection on how issues of culture, identity and connection still resonate through society today. Ground-breaking new work from award-winning director Gerry Mulgrew (six Fringe Firsts), dancer Alison Carlyle and musician Amy Geddes.
The show is a collage of live music, dance, song, spoken word and recorded material.
deiseil /dʲeʃal/ (sounds like jay-shal).

Song Sung Blue
2026-05-22 19:00 | Brechin City Hall, 9 Swan Street, Brechin, Angus, DD9 6EE, United Kingdom
Song Sung Blue tells the true story of Mike and Claire Sardina, a Milwaukee couple whose lives are transformed when they form the Neil Diamond tribute act Lightning & Thunder. What begins as a chance meeting grows into a musical partnership filled with warmth, humour and heartfelt ambition. As their act gains momentum — even opening for Pearl Jam — the pair navigate love, family life and the pressures of performing. When tragedy strikes, their bond is tested, but their resilience and shared passion for music carry them forward in this uplifting, emotionally rich musical drama.
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Running Time: 133 Minutes
Genre: Music, Romance, Drama
Director: Craig Brewer
Starring: Hugh Jackman, Kate Hudson, Michael Imperioli, Fisher Stevens, Jim Belushi, Ella Anderson

Flotsam & Jetsam
2026-05-17 14:00 | Woodside Fountain Centre, Marquis Road, Aberdeen, AB24 2QY, United Kingdom
Flotsam floats, Jetsam sinks – Both their worlds are on the brinks,
The jagged arcs of waves and sharks – Chase them both in minds and hearts.
They must break through their tears and fears – And worries of a thousand years,
To find what’s true and out of the blue – Discover the other and a friend that’s new.
Flotsam is soft, flexible, laid back. She slides and glides through life on the ice. Jetsam is the opposite, his insectile body is stiff and nervy, alert and watchful, suspicious of all in his forest home.
And then comes the weather… and they are both cast adrift in a world that is strange to them and full of a range of dangers. Finally washed up on the same island beach they must discover the other and work out how they can work together.
A hopeful, adventure story about two very different creatures that must learn to work together. Visual theatre with original music and delightful puppetry.

That Sinking Feeling
2026-05-15 19:00 | MacRobert Memorial Hall, The Square, Tarland, Aberdeenshire, AB34 YL, United Kingdom
Ronnie, Wal, Andy and Vic are four bored, unemployed teens in dreary, rainy Glasgow. Ronnie comes up with a great idea. He has noticed that stainless steel sinks are worth a lot of money and comes up with a complicated scheme: to steal sinks from a warehouse dressed as girls and using a stop-motion-potion.
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Running Time: 93 Minutes
Genre: Comedy, Drama, Crime
Director: Bill Forsyth
Starring: Robert Buchanan, Billy Greenlees, John Hughes, John Gordon Sinclair, Drew Burns, Eddie Burt

Tickbox
2026-05-10 19:30 | New Deer Public Hall, Church Crescent, New Deer, Turriff, Aberdeenshire, AB53 6WD, United Kingdom
How did a Pakistani family cope when arriving in cold and wet Scot-land. Like many migrants they used food to make friends but when no one had heard of a samosa, how can the barriers be broken down? You might have seen Lubna as Mina in Still Game at the Hydro in 2014 or perhaps you heard her on Radio 4 Loose ends with Clive Anderson. See her play all the characters from Brown Owl to the acting agent, in her own engaging style, in her first play Tickbox.

Murder on the Orient Express
2026-05-10 19:00 | Haddo House, Methlick, Ellon, Aberdeenshire, AB41 7EQ, United Kingdom
All aboard for intrigue, glamour, and a classic whodunnit. When a murder halts the Orient Express, detective Hercule Poirot must unravel a web of lies before the killer escapes. Kenneth Branagh leads an all‑star cast in this elegant, atmospheric retelling of Agatha Christie’s beloved mystery — perfect for fans of suspense and sumptuous period drama.
There is also an extra dimension added to the evening, and for a special few (those quickest off the mark!), Haddo House has created a mini, film-linked tour to precede the screening: a rare and fascinating delve into the Aberdeen Family’s passion for trains and train travel – a chance to hear some untold stories and see parts of the house not usually shared with the public, including the special treat of visiting Haddo’s Attics to see the Family’s trainset in-situ.
This mini tour has limited capacity due to the locations it visits, so only 20 tickets are available across 2 time slots. Snap them up – don’t miss out! (NB: There are stairs, many stairs! The attics are not accessible by the lift.)
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Running Time: 114 Minutes
Genre: Mystery, Drama, Crime
Director: Kenneth Branagh
Starring: Kenneth Branagh, Tom Bateman, Michelle Pfeiffer, Johnny Depp, Josh Gadd, Willem Defoe, Judi Dench

The Sorries
2026-05-10 19:00 | Forglen Hall, Forglen, Turriff, Aberdeenshire, AB53 4JL, United Kingdom
THE SORRIES are Douglas Kay (vocals, guitar, bodhran, mandolin, flute) and Martin Philip (vocals, guitar, bodhran, tres cubano). The duo sing, play and banter their way through a show which features a host of traditional tunes from the much-loved Scottish songbook, as well as some songs gathered from the oral tradition and a few original compositions.
The two formed The Sorries in 2006 following a conversation during a tour of the Highlands where both Martin and Douglas were performing as part of separate projects. Coming from very different musical backgrounds, they discovered a shared love for the music of The Corries. Over a bottle of whisky they decided that the duo is still an ideal format in which to present so many of the wonderful folk songs in which Scotland is so rich.
They now have seven albums under their belts – their most recent, I Will Work receiving airplay on Radio Scotland – and have performed to lively crowds in venues which range from Moscow’s Samhain Festival to Hampden Park, and from the Brighton Fringe to the Isle of Eigg. They have performed to sell-out crowds across the last 16 years of the Edinburgh Fringe and in 2026 the lads are delighted to be embarking on a Spring tour in venues throughout Scotland.

Deiseil: Dancing in Time (Relaxed Performance)
2026-05-10 16:00 | The Phoenix Centre, Newton Dee Village, Bieldside, Aberdeen, AB15 9DX, United Kingdom
Deiseil: Dancing in Time is a powerful exploration of how stepdance, Scotland’s percussive dance, was lost… and how its revival became woven into a lifelong friendship. Experience a compelling journey across centuries of tradition told through fiddle, feet, Gaelic song and story, in an immersive performance which draws you in to the heart of our heritage.
Deiseil means “ready” in Scottish Gaelic : be ready for a mesmerising reflection on how issues of culture, identity and connection still resonate through society today. Groundbreaking new work from award-winning director Gerry Mulgrew (six Fringe Firsts), dancer Alison Carlyle and musician Amy Geddes.
The show is a collage of live music, dance, song, spoken word and recorded material.
deiseil /dʲeʃal/ (sounds like jay-shal).

The Sorries
2026-05-09 20:00 | Milne Hall, Kirkton of Skene, Kirkton of Skene, Westhill, Aberdeenshire, AB32 6XE, United Kingdom

Deiseil: Dancing in Time
2026-05-09 19:30 | MacRobert Memorial Hall, The Square, Tarland, Aberdeenshire, AB34 YL, United Kingdom

Deiseil: Dancing in Time
2026-05-08 19:30 | Tullynessle & Forbes Hall, Suie Road, Alford, Aberdeenshire, AB33 8QN, United Kingdom

The Sorries
2026-05-08 19:30 | Findochty Town Hall, 22 Station Road, Findochty, Buckie, AB56 4PN, United Kingdom

Walk the Line
2026-05-08 19:00 | Banff Castle, Castle Street, Banff, Aberdeenshire, AB45 1DL, United Kingdom
Walk the Line follows the rise of Johnny Cash, tracing his journey from a troubled Arkansas childhood to becoming one of America’s most influential musicians. The film explores his early struggles, the creation of his signature sound, and his turbulent marriage to Vivian. At its heart is Cash’s powerful connection with June Carter, whose presence helps him confront addiction and rebuild his life. Blending music, romance, and resilience, the story captures the making of an icon and the personal battles behind the legend.
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Running Time: 136 Minutes
Genre: Drama, Music, Romance
Director: James Mangold
Starring: Joaquin Phoenix, Reese Witherspoon, Ginnifer Goodwin, Robert Patrick, Dallas Roberts, Dan John Miller

The Sorries
2026-04-26 19:30 | Kemnay Village Hall, 8 Aquithie Road, Kemnay, Aberdeenshire, AB51 5SS, United Kingdom

The Sorries
2026-04-25 19:00 | Johnshaven Village Hall, Mid Street, Johnshaven, Montrose, Angus, DD10 0HB, United Kingdom

Stories & Songs of North East Bothy Tradition
2026-04-25 18:00 | Braes of Glenlivet Hall, Chapeltown, Ballindalloch, Moray, AB37 9JS, United Kingdom
Step into the heart of North East Scotland’s bothy culture, where stories are spun, ballads are sung, and fiddles bring history to life. This captivating performance weaves together the rich traditions of the land, led by storytellers Phyll McBain & Jackie Ross, a stirring bothy ballad singer Allan Taylor, and a fiddler Karin Paterson whose melodies echo through time. Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the magic of the bothy, this show will transport you to a world of warmth, wit, and wonder. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of song and story!

Stories & Songs of North East Bothy Tradition
2026-04-24 19:30 | Portgordon Village Hall, Cross Street, Portgordon, Buckie, Moray, AB56 5QW, United Kingdom

Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell
2026-04-19 19:30 | Collieston Community Centre, Hightown, Collieston, AB41 8RS, United Kingdom
Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell are a two-man trad tornado tearing through the folk world with foot percussion, fiddle, guitar, vocals, and groove to spare. Kitted out with grooving basslines, tight harmonies, and offbeat charm, they’re just a couple of lads with a tangle of strings – yet they somehow summon the sound and swagger of a much bigger band. Their music blends original compositions with tunes and songs they’ve found in the wild, delivered with harmonies, tall tales, and a streak of serious silliness. Their shows mix clickety clacks, plucks and strums, with easy repartee and sharp turns – every piece crafted to keep toes tapping, faces smiling, and the whole room leaning in. It’s groove, grit, and guaranteed good times.
Musically, they straddle tradition and invention, bridging the folk archive with a fearless modern edge. Some tracks glisten with clean lines and elegant harmonies – crystalline structures that shimmer in the light of
contemporary trad. Others veer gleefully off course, hopping on the blues train for a whistle-stop tour of the Québécois folk line. One moment it’s reels and foot taps, the next it’s jazz chords, pop turns, and grooves that could jump the track and land somewhere between Vulfpeck and Le Vent du Nord. Arthur, a fiddler raised in Aberdeenshire, builds rolling, riff-heavy tunes grounded in his family’s musical traditions and shaped further by studies with Jonny Hardie (Old Blind Dogs). Kerran, a melodic schemer from Cumbria, draws on pop and choral training to weave in crisp harmonies and satisfying twists.
Since first meeting at Sidmouth Folk Week in 2018 (one of them tipsy – you can guess who), Arthur and Kerran have grown from pub jam sessions to becoming festival favourites across the UK. As broadcaster Mike Blackburn put it: “One of the very best live acts I’ve ever seen – and I’ve seen a lot!” They’ve earned repeat invitations and enthusiastic followings at events like Sidmouth Folk Week, the UK’s longest-running folk festival; Purbeck Valley, known for spotlighting rising talent; and Edinburgh’s Scots Fiddle Festival, a cornerstone of Scotland’s traditional music scene. Their growing profile has also reached international audiences, with a 2024 tour of Québec and Ontario and a standout set at Festival Trad Montréal, one of Québec’s premier traditional music events. In 2025, they were named winners of the Robinson Emerging Artist Showcase at the Goderich Celtic Roots Festival, Canada’s leading pan-Celtic celebration. With performances in 2025 at the prestigious Shrewsbury Folk Festival, as well as FolkEast and Aberdeen’s Tall Ships Races, they’re quickly becoming one of the most talked-about acts on the circuit.
After charming critics and crowds with their last album Music for Cows (2024), Arthur and Kerran have traded pasture for pyrotechnics. Their next release, Controlled Burn (due February 2026), leans hard into original material – with foot-stomping grooves, driving tunes, and a few tracks that come in smoking hot. The name? It was inspired by chance encounters, good times on the road, and possibly a barbecue on Lake Huron – but that story’s for another time. As Folkworld put it, their sound is “powerful and dark, fresh and fun” – and this time around, they’re striking the match on something bold, strange, and entirely their own. UK dates will follow in the spring, with North American shows lined up for summer 2026. Expect trad turned sideways, storytelling with soul, and grooves that smoulder, spark, and occasionally catch fire.

Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell
2026-04-18 19:30 | New Deer Public Hall, Church Crescent, New Deer, Turriff, Aberdeenshire, AB53 6WD, United Kingdom

Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale
2026-04-17 19:00 | Banff Castle, Castle Street, Banff, Aberdeenshire, AB45 1DL, United Kingdom
When Mary finds herself at the centre of a public scandal and the family faces financial strife, the entire household grapples with the threat of social disgrace. The Crawleys must embrace change as the staff prepares for a new chapter with the next generation leading Downton Abbey into the future.
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Running Time: 123 Minutes
Genre: Drama, Romance
Director: Simon Curtis
Starring: Hugh Bonneville, Michelle Dockery, Elizabeth McGovern, Phyllis Logan, Laura Carmichael, Joanne Froggart, Allen Leech, Jim Carter

Arthur Coates & Kerran Cotterell
2026-04-17 19:00 | Forglen Hall, Forglen, Turriff, Aberdeenshire, AB53 4JL, United Kingdom

That Sinking Feeling
2026-04-17 18:50 | Brechin City Hall, 9 Swan Street, Brechin, Angus, DD9 6EE, United Kingdom

Almost Famous
2026-04-15 19:30 | Number 30, Huntly, 30 The Square, Huntly, Aberdeenshire, AB54 8BR, United Kingdom
Emily Benton, veteran actor and star of stage and screen, is back in the UK after a career that took her to Broadway and Hollywood. With her pedigree, she should be in Downton Abbey or the Best Exotic Marigold Hotel, not auditioning for a role in a devised play that only become available when another, more famous, actor went to join the theatre in the sky. What cruel fate brought her here? Maybe there’s a secret she’s not revealing.

Mr Burton
2026-04-10 19:30 | Portgordon Village Hall, Cross Street, Portgordon, Buckie, Moray, AB56 5QW, United Kingdom
In the Welsh town of Port Talbot, 1942, Richard Jenkins lives as a wayward schoolboy, caught between the pressures of his struggling family, a devastating war and his own ambitions. However, a new opportunity arises when Richard’s natural talent for drama catches the attention of his teacher, Philip Burton.
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Running Time: 124 Minutes
Genre: Drama
Director: Marc Evans
Starring: Toby Jones, Harry Lawtey, Steffan Rhodri, Daniel Evans, Aimee-Ffion Edwards, Aneurin Barnard, Lesley Manville

Stone of Destiny
2026-04-05 14:00 | MacRobert Memorial Hall, The Square, Tarland, Aberdeenshire, AB34 YL, United Kingdom
Tells of the daring heist of The Stone of Destiny in the 1950s by a charming group of idealistic Scottish undergraduates, whose action rekindled Scottish nationalistic pride.
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Running Time: 96 Minutes
Genre: Drama, Crime, Comedy
Director: Charles Martin Smith
Starring: Robert Carlyle, Peter Mullan, Charlie Cox, Kate Mara, Billy Boyd
This is a one-off showing of this film and a fundraiser with all profits being divided among various causes, including The James Scott Skinner statue and The Crann Tara Midnight service.
A film based on true facts. An event in History which will never be forgotten. The Stone of Destiny, also known as the Stone of Scone, was famously stolen by four Scottish students in 1950 as a political act to promote Scottish nationalism.
There will also be a raffle as well. Donations for this are welcome.

Ma Name is Isabelle
2026-03-28 19:30 | MacRobert Memorial Hall, The Square, Tarland, Aberdeenshire, AB34 YL, United Kingdom
A reimagining of the famous bothy ballad, Bogie’s Bonnie Belle, which deals with farm life, class and love but never from the perspective of the titular Belle.
Told entirely in Doric, the native dialect spoken in the North East of Scotland, this unique and easy-to-follow spoken word performance by Lucy Beth unveils Isabelle’s story. A young woman impregnated against her will, ostracised as an unmarried mother and separated from her son, Isabelle’s resilience is marked by her strength and triumph over adversity.

I Swear
2026-03-25 19:00 | MacRobert Memorial Hall, The Square, Tarland, Aberdeenshire, AB34 YL, United Kingdom
Diagnosed with Tourette Syndrome at 15, John Davidson navigates his way against the odds through troubled teenage years and into adulthood, finding inspiration in the kindness of others to discover his true purpose in life.
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Running Time: 121 Minutes
Genre: Drama, History
Director: Kirk Jones
Starring: Robert Aramayo, Maxine Peake, Shirley Henderson, Peter Mullan, Scott Ellis Watson, Sanjeev Kohli, Ron Donachie

MacTraitors
2026-03-21 19:30 | Fyvie Royal British Legion, Main Street, Fyvie, Aberdeenshire, AB53 8QB
Enter the darkness, where whispers and trysts give way to murder. Can you uncover… the MacTraitors in your midst?

A brand new murder mystery from Scotland’s Oldest Murder Mystery company, The Tentpeg Murderers. A classic mystery – raucous characters, hilarious intrigue and a clever plot – with a twist! Alongside the death and debauchery of this Secret Society themed mystery, each table will discover that one of them is a MacTraitor! Can you solve the murder and uncover the identity of your very own MacTraitor in time?
