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Kaiser Chiefs

Kaiser Chiefs to hit the Highlands

24 Apr 2008

A picturesque pavilion in the Highlands is setting its stall for the arrival of two gigs by popular rockers the Kaiser Chiefs. The band, known for hits such as Ruby and I Predict a Riot, will play Strathpeffer Pavilion in Ross-shire on the 19-20 May…

Enrico David: Ultra Paste

Enrico David: Ultra Paste

24 Apr 2008

Using drawing as a backbone but also borrowing from traditional craft techniques and stylistic design, David employs technique with mischief, playfulness, and a certain knowing crudeness; setting before us a cast of characters in theatrical situations…

David Kay

David Kay

24 Apr 2008

Some have compared this special Kay to American deadpan surrealist Steven Wright and if that isn’t enough to have you trotting along to The Stand, we’re not sure what will, as the self-proclaimed ‘fireball of Scottish comedy’ entertains you. The…

Shetland museum up for prize

24 Apr 2008

Congratulations to the Shetland Museum and Archives, who have made it on to the shortlist for The Art Fund Prize for Museum and Galleries 2008. The museum will compete against three others for the £100,000 prize, to be announced on Thursday 22 May.

Sir Sean back to Bond?

24 Apr 2008

With James Bond flick Quantum of Solace well into production, unconfirmed rumours continue that Sir Sean Connery will join Daniel Craig in the cast as one of 007’s many enemies. The film’s theme song will come courtesy of Amy Winehouse and Mark Ronson.

Writers announced for Jura Malt Whisky Writer Retreat

24 Apr 2008

John Burnside and Romesh Gunesekera have been selected for 2008’s Jura Malt Whisky Writer Retreat, the Scottish Book Trust has announced. They will be joined by a third writer for the chance to find inspiration on one of Scotland’s most beautiful…

Madonna

Madonna to make an announcement?

24 Apr 2008

Madonna fans await the widely-speculated announcement that the singer is planning a world tour, culminating in a performance at Wembley Arena. Whispers began after a gig listing for the Southeast Conference Theatre in Florida appeared on the AOL…

National Museum of Scotland to celebrate start of renovations

National Museum of Scotland to celebrate start of renovations

24 Apr 2008

The National Museum of Scotland will celebrate the start of the £46.4m Royal Museum Project renovations with a weekend of entertainment. The Red Hot Chilli Pipers will headline the event, which runs from Sat 26–Sun 27 Apr. See www.nms.ac.uk/celebration

Forsyth

Forsyth to stand down as director of BAFTA Scotland

24 Apr 2008

After ten years as director of BAFTA Scotland, Alison Forsyth will be leaving on Wednesday 30 April. Forsyth presided over a growth in memberships and established the BAFTA Scotland Awards. A successor will be appointed this summer.

Tartan Heart Festival returns in August

24 Apr 2008

Following its success last year, the Tartan Heart Festival returns to Beauly in Inverness-shire on 8–9 Aug. Among the acts confirmed thus far are Scouting for Girls, The Waterboys, Idlewild, Edwyn Collins and Nouvelle Vague.

Paint brushes

Hostel opens its walls up to artists

24 Apr 2008

The Blue Sky Hostel in Glasgow’s West End is looking to transform a large amount of its wall space into a free gallery for local artists to exhibit work.

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