Summer is officially over, but don’t worry, Shetland Arts has a bumper month of events, films, workshops and more happening at Mareel this month.
September Movies
National Cinema Weekend – 5 and 6 September We’re taking part in National Cinema Weekend – where all films on the 5th & 6th of September are just £4! You can see some of this year’s most popular films – Toy Story 5, Minions & Monsters, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, The Odyssey or a new release; Tony or The Incomer.
Shetland Connections!
Did you know that The Shetland Woollen Company provided the Scottish film starring Domhnall Gleeson, The Incomer, with their Shetland jumpers? Pressure is a World War 2 drama based on meteorologist James Stagg’s work planning the Normandy landings; Stagg was superintendent at the Lerwick Observatory from 1929 to 1930. The Edge of the World (1937) was filmed on Foula and is about the way of life on a Hebridean island changing and two families clashing over staying or leaving.
New Releases
Lots of great new releases this month including; Sense & Sensibility, The Dog Stars, Practical Magic 2, Holy Days, One Night Only, The Death of Robin Hood, Late Fame, Sunny Dancer, Ish, Bitter Christmas and Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom.
Anniversary & Special Screenings
Enjoy some iconic titles and special screenings this month, including Terminator 2: Judgement Day (35th anniversary), Matilda (30th anniversary), Oasis: Don’t Look Back in Anger, National Theatre Live: The Misanthrope, Magical Stop Motion Shorts and our special Knitflix screenings where you can enjoy a film (Sheep Detectives or Strictly Ballroom) on the big screen while you knit (or crochet, or embroider…)
Live events and nights out
The Maes & Lizzie No | 4 & 5 September
Australian folk sisters The Maes join award-winning Americana artist Lizzie No for a special double bill, bringing two brilliant live acts to Shetland.
Dance Gathering x Nightmix | 10 September
Move, dance and connect at this relaxed evening of guided movement, meditation, live DJ sets and immersive visual experimentation.
SYPG Present… GROOVY | 19 September
Bring your friends and family for an intergenerational night of live music from SEDSO, RAZORHEAT and CALIBRE.
Singer Songwriter Night | 24 September
An evening of free live local music, or bring your own instrument and take the stage to try out new material or just enjoy from the audience.
Ashley Campbell | 25 & 26 September
Country and Americana artist Ashley Campbell brings her acclaimed live show with her full band to Shetland.
Neil Georgeson: Fireside Tales | 26 September
Shetland pianist Neil Georgeson returns with a captivating recital exploring the storytelling power of music.
For film lovers
Homemade 0-4 Minutes | 5 & 8 September
Discover the talent of Shetland’s local filmmakers with this showcase of short films, featuring the prizegiving at the Saturday screening.
Homemade 4-12 Minutes | 6 & 9 September
Enjoy another collection of locally made short films, with work from filmmakers of all ages and abilities and a review from film industry professionals.
Film Quiz | 17 September
Put your movie knowledge to the test with a fun-filled quiz spanning timeless classics and modern masterpieces, with prizes up for grabs.
Theatre
Red Shoes Theatre: You Made Me | 8 & 9 September
This thought-provoking new play explores intergenerational trauma, identity and what happens when we choose not to act on that feeling that something isn’t right.
Revel | 23 September
This funny and moving 60+ coming-of-age story combines dance, physical theatre, dialogue and music to celebrate resilience, irreverence and the joy of life.
Workshops, Talks & Classes
Homemade Workshop: From Page to Screen with Steven Robertson | 5 September
Shetland actor Steven Robertson shares insights from his career in theatre, television and film in this practical workshop for local and student filmmakers.
Voice Notes | Wednesdays
Young singers in S1-6 can come together to learn and sing favourites from Pitch Perfect, Wicked, Hamilton and Six in this fun, welcoming group.
Just Sing | Thursdays
Join Suzanne Briggs for this new singing group where the focus is on fun with no experience needed – just the joy of singing together.
Sketchy Shetland x Nightmix | 13 September
Bring your sketchbook for an afternoon of drawing, music and creative exploration as Sketchy Shetland joins forces with Nightmix.
Tutored Life Drawing with George Donald RSA | 20 September
Learn the fundamentals of life drawing with artist George Donald RSA, alongside stories from his career and insights into the history of the artform.
In Conversation with Hannah Parker and Jimmy Thomason | 15 September
Artists Hannah Parker and Jimmy Thomason explore connections between Shetland and Australia through conversations about place, migration and cultural memory.
Wool Week @ Shetland Arts | 27 September – 4 October
Celebrate Wool Week at Mareel where we will be hosting a lively programme of local music, knitting friendly films, spoken word and dance events.
It’s a packed schedule with something for everyone so take a look at our full listings and times and book your spot – Full listings and times here: https://tickets.shetlandarts.org/sales
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