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In the monthly column about the work of the Department of Education and Children’s Youth Service, youth officer Dave Hattersley, writes about how a project to encourage young music-makers is going from strength to strength
Folk duo heads west
Award-winning folk duo - singer Kathryn Roberts and guitarist Sean Lakeman - are back on the road after a musical hiatus.
On heavy rotation: two great bands put out demo releases
Last week folk power trio Barrule’s album landed on my desk, and this week two other Manx releases have been on heavy rotation at the Manx Sound Exchange.
Toseland to head home before Darkness hits
Superbike star James Toseland will return to the island to unleash material from his new album as he goes full throttle into a music career.
Author links 1888 London murders with island
Ballasalla author Linda Mann is asking has Anyone Here Seen Kelly? in her latest book in the Tavistock Allan Mystery Series.
Visual arts feast is well received
ARTISTS working in the west opened their doors to give members of the public a glimpse of what takes place in their studios.
Award for Crosby writer
A screenplay co-written by Crosby resident Sonya Quayle has won the Best Un-Produced Screenplay Award at this year’s British Independent Film Festival (BIFF).
Singing the Blues
This year’s Big Wheel Blues Festival may have been short on an actual Big Wheel, but when it came to the Blues on offer, it wasn’t found lacking.
Stars to shine in Pirates of Port St Mary
Shiver me timbers it’s time for the Manx Gateway Drama Group summer producion!
Modern technology questions real Ripper killer
Last Sunday saw the Gaiety Theatre transformed into a lecture theatre as audience members were offered new insight to the famous Ripper murders.
Poetry and Paintings by Petrina and friend
Island artist Petrina Kent has teamed up with London artist/poet Vincent Berquez for a Paintings and Poetry exhibition in Castletown.
THE MANX SOUND EXCHANGE:
IF the aim of this column is to shine the spotlight on up and coming Manx bands, there can’t be many contemporary acts more Manx than traditional trio Barrule.
King of Pop all set to thrill fans
THE Michael Jackson impersonator who has performed for the King of Pop himself will bring his tribute show to the Villa Marina on Friday, May 24.
Manx children bring a new twist to film-making
Schoolchildren brought a new twist to the island’s growing reputation for film-making with a special screening and prize presentation for the first ‘It’s Not Fair!’ One World Primary Film Competition.
Feeling on top of the world as island reclaims three-legs record
The Isle of Man has reclaimed the world record for holding the largest three-legged race.
Celebrate the best at Isle of Man’s Got Talent
The first ever Isle of Man’s Got Talent show will be staged in the Villa Marina on Saturday night.
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Young dancers to unleash their talents in Aladdin
The Dancers Barre will present their production of Aladdin at the Gaiety Theatre in Douglas this weekend.
Freedom to Flourish at Laxey Mills gallery
An exuberant, eclectic mix of styles, colours and textures to stimulate the senses is now on offer at the Hodgson Loom Gallery until Saturday, May 18.
A healthy spine equals a healthy you, says doctor
Contrary to popular belief, chiropractic care is not all about cracking bones.
Gallery searching for manager and artist
THE Sayle Gallery, on Harris Promenade, Douglas is looking for a full-time manager/curator and an artist in residence.
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BBC stars set to shine
Strictly Come Dancing stars Anton Du Beke and Erin Boag will host an Evening of Dance and Music at the Villa Marina on Wednesday, June 12.
Project teaching guitar to children to be extended
PUPILS at one island primary school have been learning the guitar in a project that will be extended to other schools.
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Duo’s fragmented memories
The Sayle Gallery’s latest exhibition is of work by two of its newest artists - Vici Blackburn and Janet Corran, who in 2010 were the first Isle of Man College students to gain first class honours in the BA (Hons) Fine Art degree offered in conjunction with Liverpool John Moore’s University.
Festival to feature US star Larry MacCray and top British swing band King Pleasure
After months of planning, the organisers of the 15th Big Wheel Blues Festival, taking place at the Villa Marina next weekend, are putting the finishing touches to a jam-packed programme.
Manx Music Festival reveals top talents as Guild continues
Excitement is mounting as participants in this year’s Guild await their scores and look forward to Saturday’s final day when the winner of the Cleveland Medal will be revealed.
Pop Idol to play acoustic set in Peel
WELL-KNOWN for being the stammering dimple-cheeked runner-up of the very first Pop Idol talent show in 2002, Gareth Gates has come a long way in the last 10 years.
THE MANX SOUND EXCHANGE: Pub talk leads open mic performer into recording studio
FINALLY, the bridesmaid is the bride, so to speak.
BBC finalist and cast of Manx actors bring story of Maria to the Gaiety
In Yer Space theatre company is climbing every mountain with their next production. The Sound of Music will begin a week-long run at the Gaiety Theatre tomorrow (Friday) night.
Mannin shorts, making things happen
THE Tynwald Library is currently home to a film exhibition testament to the skills of homegrown talent.
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