Arcadia Scotland
Stirling and Nearby: Early June 2014
Date
June 1, 2014Art and Culture
Uncle Varick: 4 June, MacRobert, 7.30pm
A play where 60s London collides with remote Scotland.
Bannockburn 700--Remember Bannockburn!: Throughout the Beginning of June, Smith Art Gallery & Museum
To mark the 700th anniversary of the battle of Bannockburn this exhibition looks back at the history of the battle site, the Bannockburn community, the impact of the battle on the Scottish nation and how it has been represented in visual art over the years.
A Dream of Stirling: Norman McLean's Scottish Dawn: Throughout the Beginning of June, Smith Art Gallery & Museum
Exhibition on the life and work of Stirling-born award-winning filmmaker Norman McLaren.
Iona Leishman: Warscape: 1 June, Stirling Castle
Paintings inspired by the work of poems commissioned by National Trust for Scotland to commemorate the Battle of Bannockburn.
Music, Comedy and Dance
Uncle Varick: 4 June, MacRobert, 7.30pm
A play where 60s London collides with remote Scotland.
Barbara Dickson and Rab Noakes: 7 June, Tolbooth, 7.30pm
The two renowned Scottish folk singers and long time good pals join together on a tour reflecting on their lives in music.
Central Scotland Ballet School: 7-8 June, MacRobert, 2pm and 7pm
A showcase of dances and songs made famous by the silver screen, performed by almost 500 dancers.
Lectures, Sports and Local Festivals
Stirling Triathlon: 1 June, University of Stirling
This triathlon is aimed at all abilities from complete novice to club and elite triathletes, as well as charity and fun competitors. All entrants will receive a goodie bag with race day memento. There are both adult and junior (8–16) (17–19) events.
Let's Dance Festival: Throughout the Beginning of June, MacRobert
The third round of the festival features more fearless dance performances along with a number of workshops to get everyone moving and shaking (not just the professionals!). There's also special events for kids and school groups, pop-up performances, and a few film screenings for when your overworked feet need a wee rest.