David Tennant (Doctor Who, Broadchurch) and Cush Jumbo (The Good Wife, Criminal Record) lead a stellar cast in an enthralling new production of Shakespeare’s MACBETH, filmed live at the Donmar Warehouse in London, especially for the big screen. Unsettling intimacy and brutal action combine at breakneck speed as Max Webster (Life of Pi, Henry V) directs this tragic tale of love, murder, and nature’s power of renewal. With staging full of wolfish imagination and alarming surprise, the immersive 5.1 cinema surround sound places the audience inside the minds of the Macbeths, asking are we ever really responsible for our actions?

Fiona Soe Paing’s innovative brew of electro alt-folk melds her Scottish/Burmese heritage, electronic music background and fascination with the darker side of North-East Scotland’s balladry tradition with a delicately blended palette of silvery electronic textures and traditional Scottish sounds. Otherworldly vocals, grainy synths, haunted strings, archival material and sounds from nature create a mesmerising and evocative soundtrack for the accompanying visuals by collaborator Isla Goldie. Described by Songlines Magazine as “a sublimely powerful and lingering experience”, re-imaginings of traditional ballads and ancient stories conjure a compelling blend of tradition and innovation. Ages 12+ “Wow, that’s advanced, and beautiful!” – Iggy Pop, BBC 6 Music “Avant-garde folk doesn’t get much better than this…” – Billy Rough, Songlines Magazine “Dark, extraordinary versions of traditional songs… I am already a big fan.” – Elizabeth Alker, BBC Radio 3, Unclassified £16 General Admission | £14 Concessions | £10 Under 16s We are offering a free carer/companion ticket for any disabled or wheelchair-user audience members throughout our shows this season. Please note that it is helpful if this is booked in advance via the WeGotTickets website, so that we can ensure that there is adequate accessible seating reserved on the day/night of the event. Wheelchair access, or entry for people with a disability is available from the side entrance, by the Phoenix Café. Tickets for our Spring/Summer 2025 events can also be purchased in person at the Phoenix Shop, Findhorn. These will be available for purchase from February 2025. Please note that this is a seated event. It will run straight through for 60 minutes with no intermission so the Phoenix Café will not be open.

An Eclectic group of musicians who play in amazing places; a 4-piece acoustically electrifying orchestra playing gypsy & folk-flavoured music from all around the world; the BCO deliver traditional Balkan, Russian, Hungarian and Romanian traditional gypsy and folk music in their own fresh and surprising way – complete with jazz nuances and their own unique arrangements. Established by award-winning British composer, violinist and teacher Christian Garrick in 2009.

Innovator, award winning, multi-instrumentalist Malin Lewis marries West coast groove with a newly invented, self-made bagpipe alongside stars Sally Simpson (Fiddle) and Ali Hutton (Guitar). Malin will perform tracks from their SAY Award nominated album Halocline as well as several brand new pieces inspired by the flora and fauna of the Highlands. Malin's unique timbre is born from the deep connection that comes from making and composing for their own instrument. Their one of a kind two-octave Smallpipe creates a whole new world of sound, captivating audiences at every opportunity.

From the moment Kevin Henderson, Olav Luksengård Mjelva and Anders Hall of The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc first played together in 2009 they felt a particular chemistry in the sound they created. Some seven hundred gigs later - playing across Scandinavia, mainland Europe, the US and the UK - that same chemistry continues to draw the trio together. Hundreds of tunes have been tried and laid aside in The Nordic Fiddlers Bloc’s quest for the music which on two albums, their self-titled debut from 2011 and Deliverance, from 2016, has charmed listeners in the same way that their live performances beguile and satisfy. The jamming sessions that led to the threesome coalescing into a group showed them that they could not only create a unique sound, they also had a richness, helped by their use of standard fiddles, octave fiddle, viola and Hardanger fiddle, that has led to them being likened to a string quartet rather than just a trio.

Sensuous contemporary ballet meets the energy of musical theatre in four distinctive short works. Fool’s Paradise, The Two of Us, Us and An American in Paris: four works showing the remarkable choreographic range of The Royal Ballet's Artistic Associate, Christopher Wheeldon. 

For over 30 years Boo Hewerdine has been considered one of the UK’s finest singer-songwriters. As lead singer of seminal band, The Bible, through his subsequent solo work and his long-time collaboration with the incredible Eddi Reader he has become something of a national treasure. Since Swimming in Mercury was released in 2017, Boo has been writing, recording and touring with Eddi Reader, Chris Difford, Kris Drever and Emily Barker among others. He is in demand as a writer, producer and performer. This Autumn he will be undertaking an extensive tour, singing songs from his new album ‘Before’ and his extensive back catalogue. A naturally gifted raconteur his gigs are always a total joy.

Discover the magic of cyanotype printing in this full-day hands-on workshopwhere you’ll create your own stunning blue and white prints inspired by nature. This historic photographic process uses sunlight and natural materials to produce beautiful, unique artworks. During the session, artist Angela Macmillian will teach you how to coat paper, arrange objects to create striking compositions, and develop your prints using just sunlight and water. Whether you’re a complete beginner or looking to explore a new creative technique, this relaxed and enjoyable workshop will give you the skills to continue experimenting at home. All materials will be provided, but feel free to bring leaves, flowers, lace, or other textured objects to personalise your prints. Wear old clothes, as the process can get a little messy! Please bring a packed lunch for our break.  Nature is an endless source of inspiration to Inverness-based artist Angela Macmillan. From intricate ferns and carpets of fallen blossom leaves to fluffy bog cotton and delicate cow parsley flowers, beauty is all around. She has always felt most at home in nature—whether in the woods or by the sea—and this is reflected in her artwork. Angela’s work is available in FOLD, our Craft & Design Store. 

You’ve seen the show, now become a BALLOONATIC!  Magic Gareth is offering an exclusive workshop after his show where he invites you to discover the secrets behind creating some of the most famous balloon models in the WORLD!  You'll master the classic balloon dog, a swashbuckling sword, and a surprise ‘mystery object’, in this hands-on class for ages 6+. With very limited tickets, this is a unique chance to play, create, and take home your very own balloon art. Make a magical day of it! Book both the show and workshop for the FULL BALLOONATIC experience!

Discover the unparalleled charm and comedy of Bruce Fummey, where humour meets Scottish history and insightful storytelling. Bruce, the comedian behind the 230k subscriber YouTube channel Scotland History Tours, returns home to Perth with a new show packed with laughs as he explains how Scotland Made the World in his own inimitable style. His unique approach showcases and celebrates Scottish culture and history in a way that will not only keep you fully engaged, but have you roaring with laughter. Every Saturday morning UK-time, Bruce posts a story from Scotland’s history on his hugely successful YouTube channel. This live show will deliver more jokes than you get from the videos, and some might even make you blush, but you’ll leave having learned about Scotland’s role in the world while laughing along the way. Nominated for comedy awards in Australia, at home in Scotland and even named Scottish Comedian Of The Year, Bruce has appeared on ABC series Stuff The British Stole and many UK TV and radio shows.

With expert tuition from Wooden Tom, you will be guided to safely use the tools needed to create your own unique carved wooden bowl to take home. You will spend the first part of the day laboriously axing out your bowl shape before hollowing it out in the afternoon. Learn how to use the carving axe and shaping with a gouge to create the hollow form. No experience needed. However, please note that arm strength and/or enthusiasm are highly recommended! Bring a packed lunch for our short break.  Tom has taken knife to wood since he was a teenager growing up just outside Newcastle. Sixteen years ago, his move to the Cairngorms for a job in forestry only kindled his passion for all-things wood. He is a greenwood worker, which is somebody who carves the wood whilst it is still fresh using mainly traditional tools to create animal sculptures and utensils, but he is mainly known for his cups.   Age 16+

Join artist Jenny Blair for a day of exploring and documenting Nature through mark making, and sketching. The workshop will begin with making a mini accordion 'sketchbook', to be used in our day of Nature exploration. You will then be guided into a playful intuitive approach to document what is around you in a way that is unique to you. Using simple tools and combining play, creativity and Nature, you will discover what inspires and delights you, step away from perfectionism and deepen your connection with the Natural world. Please bring a packed lunch for our break.  Jenny Blair is a multi-media artist & designer, who has been making nature inspired art for over 15 years. She has seen her products and hand-crafted art fly around the world and has had the privilege of getting her creative hands on many exciting projects. From collaborations with magazine publications, to hosting creative workshops all while exploring the bounties and benefits of the Natural world that surrounds her. 

The latest selection of international animations from Discovery Film Festival A variety of stories and styles from around the world, featuring films from Germany, France, Lithuania, Australia and Spain. The screening will be followed by a wee activity led by Brodie Sim from Screen Argyll. A pufferfish tries to seem as big and strong as possible; Piglet and Cow have a blast ice-skating on a lake until they need to face the strange and unfamiliar world underneath them; a baker becomes allergic to flour and wonders how he will manage to keep baking for everyone in the village. Alfred wanders without a home until he meets Sonia who offers him a coffee; and five little monsters have fun following the signs. All these short films are dialogue free. These magical tales will delight children age 3+ and are a colourful introduction to the cinema experience as well as moving image literacy. Come join us! Directors: Various 2021-24 (Various countries) / 45m / Age 3+ English or dialogue free This is a free event, however booking is advised.

Float is a beautiful and immersive world for babies from birth to 12 months old and their grown-ups, with a performance that will ebb and flow through the space during the 3-hour experience. Designed especially for babies from 0 to 12 months old, Float invites you to relax with your baby and enjoy a gently interactive performance, with music, dance, visual projections and sensory objects, in a beautiful, calm space inspired by the healing properties of water. You and your baby are free to explore this safe tactile world and engage with the performers or unwind and de-stress in Float's tranquil space. A Starcatchers production by Kerry Cleland and company.

This compelling documentary takes viewers on a breath-taking journey showing there is nowhere more vital for our survival, more full of life, wonder, or surprise, than the ocean. In the film the legendary broadcaster and filmmaker reveals how his lifetime has coincided with the great age of ocean discovery. Through spectacular sequences featuring coral reefs, kelp forests and the open ocean, Attenborough shares why a healthy ocean keeps the entire planet stable and flourishing. Stunning, immersive cinematography showcases the wonder of life under the seas and exposes the never-before-seen realities and challenges facing our ocean, from destructive fishing techniques to mass coral reef bleaching. Ultimately the story is one of optimism, with Attenborough showcasing inspirational stories from around the world to deliver his greatest message: the ocean can recover to a glory beyond anything anyone has ever seen.

Ellie Beaton is an award-winning folk singer from Rothienorman, Aberdeenshire. With a rich, commanding voice, she blends the region’s traditional singing style with global folk influences. In 2025, she won BBC Radio Scotland Young Traditional Musician of the Year, following her earlier Citty Finlayson Scots Singer of the Year award at the Scots Trad Music Awards. Deeply connected to her Aberdeenshire roots, she embraces the Doric dialect in her music, captivating audiences across the UK and Europe with her heartfelt, authentic performances.

Cat is a solitary animal, but as his home is devastated by a great flood, he finds refuge on a boat populated by various species, and will have to team up with them despite their differences. In the lonesome boat sailing through mystical overflowed landscapes, they navigate the challenges and dangers of adapting to this new world.

A fresh biography of Michelangelo, who is considered one of the greatest artists of the Renaissance. This film explores his relationship with his contemporaries and his immense artistic practice that included painting, sculpture and architecture. The documentary coincides with a glorious new exhibition at the National Gallery of London.

Scotland's best and much-loved stand-up comedian, Fred MacAulay is getting ready to hit the road again with a 2025 tour around Scotland. Now in the fourth decade of his comedy career, Fred MacAulay still loves being on stage doing what he does best.......quite simply it's STAND-UP ! "At my age it's sometimes an achievement to be actually standING up" jokes Fred, but his appetite for performing is as strong as it was all those years ago when he took a massive side-ways step from a career as an accountant and company secretary into the world of entertainment. A career which has taken him all over the world (apart from South America) (and some other continents) where he has worked in television and radio. But it's always been and always will be as a stand-up that Fred wants to be remembered. It's because of Stand-Up that I've been asked to do all the 'celebrity' things that I've done. (See below). He might talk about some of them, but he's more likely to talk about what is current - having been a guest on the famous Radio 4 News Quiz show for almost 18 years he has some previous in this respect. And as a family man he'll no doubt be talking about the latest stage of that aspect of life.....Grandchildren. " I can remember the joy of having our kids just after I'd embarked on my career in comedy......what a great source of material they were! I mean, that wasn't the main reason for having kids ...... but I hope the same applies to the grandkids!"

The Deeside Orchestra is an amateur orchestra based in Aboyne. Formed around 40 years ago, it has more than 35 permanent members, drawing musicians from all over Aberdeenshire. The centrepiece of the concert is Gershwin’s timeless Rhapsody in Blue with guest soloist Blair Cargill. This is teamed with William Grant Still’s tuneful Afro-American Symphony from 1930. Fusing blues and spirituals with classical orchestral writing, this was the first symphony by a Black composer to earn a place in the repertoire. Barber’s Adagio for Strings and Copland’s Hoe-Down from the ballet Rodeo complete the programme.