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Shetland Arts ‘supports innovative use of AI’ as staff given guidance on usage

Use of AI has to be explicitly approved by Shetland Arts staff prior to use, policy shows

19 August 2026

Riotous Rumbo festival proves a multi-cultural balm for the soul

Reviewer Pete Bevington hopes this unlikely mix of continents and countries returns again

2 August 2026

Canadian troubadour returns for concert on Monday

12 July 2026

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What’s On this July at Shetland Arts

6 July 2026

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Shetland Arts – still to come in June

18 June 2026

Mareel cinema ticket price for under-16s to reduce over summer after government VAT cut

28 May 2026

Grammy-nominated Americana musician prepares for Mareel gig

16 May 2026

Jazz mastery from Mama Terra and Norman Willmore at Mareel

11 April 2026

Moriarty proves a ‘hysterical romp through Holmes’ from Islesburgh Drama Group

31 March 2026

Cinema ticket prices to rise at Mareel

24 March 2026

‘Dynamite’ jazz concert thrills Mareel crowd

22 March 2026

Drama festival a ‘genuine’ community event as 2026 winners crowned

12 March 2026

Three people, two children and one adult, sit perched in a large tree surrounded by foliage, all looking in the same direction with concerned expressions.

Jurassic Park next up for foodbank film screenings

4 March 2026

Five young musicians seated on stage play cellos, each with a music stand, under microphones. A screen behind them displays “Music Festival 2025.”.

Last chance to get entries in for Shetland Youth Music Festival

20 February 2026

Two men stand indoors examining and playing percussion instruments arranged on stands near a window.

‘Sonic postcard’ of Shetland set to offer immersive sound performance

25 January 2026

Two dogs wearing harnesses lie on a wooden dock by the water, with boats and a red building visible in the background.

Also in the news – 22 January 2026

Government funding for Dogs Against Drugs
Up Helly Aa food fayre
Dog park approved
Tae Sup wi’ a Fifer at Mareel

22 January 2026

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Three people stand outdoors with musical instruments: a double bass, a violin, and a guitar, against a background of dense green foliage.

Americana gig, Carmichael on Venezuela and more…

6 January 2026

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A group of musicians perform on stage with a grand piano, violins, banjo, guitar, and double bass under colorful stage lights.

Yule Gadderie delivers a magical ‘full body musical massage’

22 December 2025

A blue and white Eastern Airways passenger plane taxis on a runway with houses and grassy fields in the background.

Also in the news: Eastern Airways questioning, flights grounded and more …

6 November 2025

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Three men dressed in asian costumes standing next to each other.

Whistle-stop pantomime pops up at Mareel to fill gap left by cancelled production

4 November 2025

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A modern angular building with large glass windows sits by a harbor, with several colorful small boats floating on the calm water in front.

Mareel cafe/bar to close in November due to staff shortages

29 October 2025

A surreal painting of white and black birds flying toward a bright vortex, with rainbows and colorful reflections over abstract water below.

Also in the news: BT letter ‘genuine’, Flight exhibition and more …

21 October 2025

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The words "HOME MADE" in large blue and pink block letters on a white background.

Best and brightest film-making talent celebrated at biggest HomeMade yet

6 September 2025

A group of people, some wearing orange aprons and name badges, pose together outdoors in front of a metal industrial building.

Cope progress, award win, flu vaccinations and more …

28 August 2025

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The main cinema was packed for the screening of the Home Made film entries at this year's Screenplay. Photo: Dale Smith

Minecraft proves major Mareel blockbuster as ticket sales rise by 30 per cent

24 July 2025

Bananas and bidding farewell are key themes in beautiful Mareel double bill

16 June 2025

A band performs on stage under colorful lights while a large crowd watches and dances in front of the stage at an indoor concert venue.

Biggest headline gig yet a success for the Plonkys

8 June 2025

•Entertainment

Five musicians stand on stage playing violins, with microphones and stage lights visible in the background.

High calibre and a lot of fun

Our reviewer Carol Jamieson thorough enjoyed the entertainment served up at this year’s Student Showcase

7 June 2025

Two older women stand side by side outdoors near a body of water with boats and ships in the background on a sunny day.

Crime fiction festival Shetland Noir set for 2026 return

5 June 2025

Three violinists perform on stage under colorful lighting, with a keyboard visible in the background.

Mareel gig a family affair for Canadian musicians

28 May 2025

Three people wearing welding helmets stand outdoors, looking down at the camera. The sky is cloudy and the overall tone of the image is cool and slightly dark.

Peat & Diesel to head back north for free Mareel gig

19 May 2025

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A middle-aged man with glasses, short hair, and a white collared shirt smiles at the camera with a blurred light blue background.

Shetland Arts to focus on funding artistic talent in isles

Chief executive Graeme Howell says ‘creative community of Shetland has some amazingly brilliant ideas’

8 April 2025

A large group of people, mostly young adults, pose together in a room with white walls and a wooden floor; some are seated on a teal sofa, while others stand behind.

Students surpass expectations at superb Mareel showcase

6 April 2025

Four people stand in colorful uniforms, each holding a cat, in front of a brightly decorated background with posters and signs.

A soul lifting operatic journey through Scotland

23 February 2025

Shetland Arts general manager Graeme Howell: running the organisation will 'continue to be challenging'. Photo: Adam Jones

Shetland Arts chief confident Mareel staffing crisis is over

Graeme Howell spoke exclusively to Shetland News about Bonhoga, funding and lack of accountability claims

9 December 2024

A large group of people, many in academic gowns, are seated in an auditorium for what appears to be a graduation or formal ceremony.

UHI students celebrate graduation

6 December 2024

An orca swims near a concrete edge in the water.

Killer whales stun onlookers with close encounter near Mareel

29 November 2024

Mareel café bar set to close three days a week due to staff shortages

11 November 2024

New Tallack novel, fill your freezer, captive bird registration and more …

21 October 2024

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Rotary Club presents screening of Stanley Kubrick classic to raise funds for Prostate Scotland

20 October 2024

Mareel DJ night to support ‘seven in seven’ charity fundraising

3 October 2024

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Another lost opportunity

2 October 2024

Mareel cafe/bar to be shut most of the week

23 September 2024

A group of people in colorful and festive outfits pose together on a street. Some wear bright costumes and wigs, and one person is dressed in a rainbow suit. Flags and buildings are in the background.

Shetland Pride set to host drag cabaret night at Mareel

Local drag queen Victoria Pier said the night would be ‘memorable with lots of laughter’.

18 September 2024

Mareel cafe bar affected by staff shortages amid hospitality sector recruitment challenge

Busta House Hotel has also cut back its lunch and dinner services

10 September 2024

A person with short hair sits in a convertible car, looking into the distance. They are wearing a white tank top and shorts. The background features a sunny landscape with hills and vegetation.

Tunstall to head north for Mareel gig

9 September 2024

A modern building is reflected in a body of water.

TSB pop-up service to be located in Mareel

5 August 2024

A woman in a red blazer and black outfit performs on stage with a microphone, standing in front of a white banner with red text.

Marj at Mareel: a ‘sensational rollercoaster that tickled like a feather and hit like a sledgehammer

18 May 2024

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