Tickets: 01786 473 544www.stirling.gov.uk/alberthalls

WHAT’S ONMAR - JUN 2012

MARCHSat 3 Mar, 10amANTIQUE FAIR There are around 65 delightful and unusual stalls selling a wide range of interesting antiques and quirky collectables including pictures, jewellery, glassware, ceramics and much, much more. You’re bound to find an unusual gift or treat for yourself. All this is just a 5 minute stroll from the City centre.

£1Back on 7 Apr and 2 Jun

Sun 4 Mar, 7.30pmSTIRLING ORCHESTRAGuided by Crawford Logan of the BBC, a programme of light music following the travels of Phileas Fogg, “Around the World in 80 Days.”

£9/£7/£2 accompanied children

Tues 6 Mar, 2.30pmWE’LL MEET AGAINA special matinee performance of the show that keeps the spirit of the wartime era alive, recreating the music and memories that kept Britain smiling through her darkest hour. With a celebration of the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee.

£12.50/£10.50

Fri 16 Mar, 7.30pmRIDING FOR THE DISABLED CEILIDHDance the winter blues away at the Bannockburn RDA ceilidh with the Fraser McKinnon Ceilidh Band.

£12/£10

Sat 17 Mar, 7.30pmAN COMUNN GAIDHEALACHWith guest soloists, the Cluaran Highland Dancers and a guest piper.

£4

Sat 24 Mar, 7.30pmSTRATHSPEY & REEL SOCIETYThe annual concert with compere Jim McColl. Guest artists Colette Ruddy and the McLean Sisters, who are fiddler duetists.

£12/£10/FREE accompanied under 16yrs

We’ll Meet Again

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Thu 29 Mar, 7.30pmREAL DIAMONDNeil Diamond is truly a living legend and John Hylton is without doubt Europe’s leading tribute to the great man himself. Together with his 100% live band (you could fairly call them “The Magnificent 7”!), these guys play Neil’s music like its supposed to be played…and John Hylton sings it like Neil would want it to be sung.

£17.50

Sat 31 Mar, 7.30pmBAD NAME & THE RISINGTwo of the best Tribute Bands in the business come together for “One Wild Night” in Stirling to raise funds for Strathcarron Hospice. Bad Name (Bon Jovi Tribute) play all the classic Jovi hits & fan favourites from a back catalogue spanning more than 25 years. No wigs, no egos - just a 100% live tribute to Bon Jovi!

The Rising (Bruce Springsteen and The E Street Band) are the UK’s number 1 Springsteen Tribute Act and have been taking the sounds of “The Boss” up and down the Country for the past 3 years to huge acclaim. A night not to be missed - over 3 hours of classic rock anthems from two great acts!

£12.50

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Fireman Sam

APRILSun 8 Apr, 1pm & 3.30pmFIREMAN SAM:PONTYPANDY ROCKS!Join Fireman Sam, and all his friends, in this live stage show, as Pontypandy hosts its first ever music festival! Station Officer Steel’s booked a surprise guest star to perform at the festival, it’s a big secret but Naughty Norman is determined to find out who the secret superstar guest will be...at any cost. Will Sam save the day?

£12/£10/£40 ‘FAMILY’

Fri 13 Apr, 7.30pmTHE JOHNNY CASH STORYIf you saw the film ‘Walk the Line’ then you will not want to miss this fantastic show! Roger Dean has been playing Cash’s music most of his life and with the ‘Lazy Boys’ he will keep you spellbound with his knowledge and sound of the country music legend.

£16/£14

Sat 15 Apr, from 12pmSTIRLING WEDDING SHOW65 plus exhibitors over two floors showing the very best in everything bridal in what is by far Central Region’s biggest Wedding Show. Visit the website www.stirlingweddingshow.co.uk to read more and to enter the FREE prize draw to win the “£1,000 Dress of your Dreams”.

£4

Mon 16 Apr, 7.30pmGORDON SMITHHailed as one of the world’s most accurate mediums with a reputation for precision and clarity and now you have a chance to see him at work. With a fascinating journey into the metaphysical, Gordon has been captivating audiences around the world.

£20

Wed 18 Apr, 7.30pmTHE KILKENNY’S -‘FINE GIRL, YE ARE!’Fine Girl Ye Are! is the complete story of The Clancy Brothers and Tommy Makem, Ireland’s greatest musical export, narrated by RTE’s

Cathal MacCabe and featuring The Kilkenny’s performing The Clancy’s hits with a touch of their own youthful energy. The show includes the best of Irish dancing and fantastic story telling and of course great music.

£15

Sun 22 Apr, 7pmSTIRLING CITY CHOIR60th anniversary concert, music featured tonight will be: Elijah by Mendelssohn with full orchestra and soloists.

£12/£10

Fri 27 Apr, 7.30pmALL OUR YESTERDAYSNostalgia just doesn’t come any better!One of the biggest and best shows of its kind in the UK, taking you on a breathtaking journey from the good old days of Music Hall, through the 40’s and 50’s and right up to the 1970’s!

£13/£11

Sat 28 Apr, 7.30pmMAGIC OF MOTOWNCelebrating 50 years of number one hits, the Magic of Motown is a non stop spectacular concert featuring 36 massive chart-toppers from The Supremes, Temptations, Four Tops, Jackson 5, Stevie Wonder, Marvin Gaye, Martha Reeves, Lionel Richie and many more. With an amazing live band, 16 costume changes and tightly choreographed dance routines, you will believe in magic!

£21.50

The Kilkenny’s

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MAYSun 6 May, 11am & 3pmTHE PALLYWAGS: CHASING RAINBOWSCome sing and dance along with Lou, Chew and Groo Groo. The show also features Rodd Christensen (‘Spencer’ in Ballymory) and Lauren Hair (Got to Dance) as Betsy Breeze.

£8/£28 ‘FAMILY’

Fri 11 May, 7.30pmELO EXPERIENCEThe superb 7 piece ELO Experience recreate the sounds of The Electric Light Orchestra and perform the greatest hits in a 2 hour live show.

£15/£14

Sat 12 May, 12 noonWHISKY FESTIVALHosting over 20 distilleries and features a tasting masterclass. Admission includes a free nosing glass, water and discount vouchers!

£20

Sun 13 May, 7.30pmSTIRLING ORCHESTRAA programme of French music including; Dukas: Sorcerer’s Apprentice; Debussy: L’apres-midi d’une faune; Bizet: Jeux d’Enfants (and others)

£9/£7/£2 accompained children

Fri 18 May, 7pmW3L WRESTLINGA Clash of the Titans featuring the best in American Style Wrestling. Tag Teams, Heavyweights and Women’s Championship action. Fantastic body slamming action for all the family including former ITV World of Sport star Johnny Kidd in action.

£13/£11/£37 family of four

Sat 19 May, 7.30pmBUDDY HOLLYThe UK’s number one Buddy Holly tribute, Marc Robinson, arrives with the fantastic, A Legend Reborn show. Featuring all the classic hits.

£18.50

Sun 20 May, 7.30pmSTRATHCARRON SINGERSA lovely evening concert in aid of Strathcarron Hospice.

£tbc

JUNE Wed 27 June, 2.30pm & 7.30pmTHE GOOD OLD DAYSA fabulous new show for all ages, taking you back to the great days of entertainment. Starring the TV legend Stu Francis, backed by a full supporting company of singers, hilarious comedy, speciality acts, a chairman, live band and lots of wonderful songs to sing along with.

£10.50 matinee £11.50/£10.50 evening

THE DRIFTERS - 26 SEPCHRISTY MOORE - 11 NOV

Magic of Motown

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The Good Old Days

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BOOK YOUR TICKETS!In Person: At The Albert Halls: Mon - Fri 9am - 5pm (6pm Thu) and until 8.30pm on performance nights.

By Phone: Call the Box Office on 01786 473 544.

By Post: Box Office, The Albert Halls, Dumbarton Road, Stirling FK8 2QL. Send cheques payable to Stirling Council and a S.A.E. if you wish your tickets posted.

Conditions: Tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase. Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult at all performances. Booking fees vary but you will be advised at time of purchase.

Access: The Albert Halls is fully accessible and can accommodate wheelchair users, please advise when booking.

HENDERSONS AT THE ALBERT HALLSWith a commitment to the best local produce made to order, Hendersons provide delicious breakfast, lunch and pre-theatre meals at The Albert Halls.

Come along to a performance and enjoy the full bar and interval drinks order service or why not make it a special evening and save 10% off your pre-theatre food when you see the ‘SAVE 10%’ sign.* subject to availability.

Hendersons at The Albert HallsTelephone: 01786 469 727

VENUE HIRE

From birthdays and weddings to training days and conferences, The Albert Halls and Tolbooth can provide you with the expertise and stunning accommodation to meet your every need.

For further information contact Nicky Ferrie at ferrien@stirling.gov.uk or 01786 473 544.

Albert Place,Dumbarton RoadStirling FK8 2QL

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AT A GLANCE

Tickets: 01786 473 544www.stirling.gov.uk/alberthalls

Sat 3 10.00am Antique Fair £1

Sun 4 7.30pm Stirling Orchestra £9/£7/£2

Tue 6 2.30pm We’ll Meet Again £12.50/£10.50

Fri 16 7.30pm Riding For The Disabled Ceilidh £12/£10

Sat 17 7.30pm An Comunn Gaidhealach £4

Sat 24 7.30pm Caledonian Strathspey & Reel Society £12/£10

Thu 29 7.30pm Real Diamond £17.50

Sat 31 7.30pm Bad Name & The Rising £12.50

Sun 8 1.00 pm & 3.30pm

Fireman Sam - Pontypandy Rocks! £12/£10/£40 family

Fri 13 7.30pm The Johnny Cash Story £16/£14

Sun 15 12.00pm Stirling Wedding Show £4

Mon 16 7.30pm Gordon Smith £20

Wed 18 7.30pm The Kilkenny’s ‘Fine Girl, Ye Are!’ £15

Sun 22 7.00pm Stirling City Choir £12/£10

Fri 27 7.30pm All Our Yesterdays £13/£11

Sat 28 7.30pm Magic of Motown £21.50

Sun 6 11.00am &3.00pm

Pallywags: Chasing Rainbows £8/£28 family

Fri 11 7.30pm ELO Experience £15/£14

Sat 12 12.00pm Stirling Whisky Festival £20

Sun 13 7.30pm Stirling Orchestra £9/£7/£2

Fri 18 7.00pm W3L Wrestling £13/£11/£37 family

Sat 19 7.30pm Buddy Holly £18.50

Sun 20 7.30pm Strathcarron Singers £tbc

Wed 27 2.30pm & 7.30pm

The Good Old Days from £10.50

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