Film Screenings

I am Eleven

Fri 19 July 7.30pm £5/4 (Free for young filmmakers)

(Cert U, 93 mins, Dir Genevieve Bailey)

 

I am Eleven is a life-affirming global portrait of humanity at a crucial age - no longer children, not quite adults, preparing to inherit a world changing as quickly and dramatically as they are.

 

This documentary focuses on a series of eleven-year-olds from 15 countries, each speaking in their own words and revealing the private obsessions and public concerns that animate their lives. It is simultaneously an epic survey of the similarities and distinctions between cultures and an intimate account of these young personalities finding their way in the world today.

 

Following the main title will be a screening of films made by young people in the Glenkens as part of the Summer scheme: Scene1 Take1.

 

Family Film Club & Workshop Workshop

First Saturday of each Month

From 10am. Film: 11am

£2 Guests / FREE to film Club Members

The CatStrand Family film Club runs monthly throughout the year on the first Saturday of each month.. Either join the club or come along for one week only to enjoy a Family film.

For this month’s film information, please call the box office Get in the mood for the film with a creative workshop inspired by it’s theme. Free with your cinema ticket.

Join the Film Club

Just £10 per year (1 Adult & 1 Child) £20 per year (2 Adults & 2 Children)

Don't be stuck for something to do on a Saturday morning, become a member of our film club and for a yearly subscription enjoy a family film on the first Saturday of each month. Members will be able to request films for screenings. Sign up before the film or contact This e-mail address is being protected from spam bots, you need JavaScript enabled to view it

 

Les Miserables

Friday 21st June, 7.30pm,£5/4

(Cert 12A, Dir Tom Hooper, 157 mins)

 

Set against the backdrop of 19th-century France, Les Misérables tells an enthralling story of broken dreams and unrequited love, passion, sacrifice and redemption-a timeless testament to the survival of the human spirit.

Les Misérables is the motion-picture adaptation of the beloved global stage sensation and stars Hugh Jackman, Russell Crowe, Anne Hathaway, Helena Bonham Carter and Sacha Baron Cohen.

 

Song for Marion

Fri 16 Aug 7.30pm £5/4

(Cert PG, Dir Paul Andrew Williams, 93mins)

 

Song for Marion, a London-set comedic drama, is about shy, grumpy pensioner Arthur who is reluctantly inspired by his beloved wife Marion to join a highly unconventional local choir.

 

At odds with his son James, it is left to charismatic choir director Elizabeth to try and persuade Arthur that he can learn to embrace life. Arthur must confront the undercurrents of his own grumbling persona as he embarks on a hilarious, life-affirming journey of musical self discovery.

 

The Great Gatsby

Thu 26 Sept 7.30pm £5/4

(Cert 12A, Dir Baz Luhrmann, 143 mins)

 

An aspiring writer falls under the spell of an aloof millionaire with designs for the young scribe's unhappily married cousin in director Baz Luhrmann's adaptation of F. Scott Fitzgerald's celebrated novel.

 

It's the spring of 1922, and wide-eyed Midwesterner Nick Carraway (Tobey Maguire) has just moved to New York City in pursuit of the American Dream. Settling into a home next door to wealthy Jay Gatsby (Leonardo DiCaprio), Carraway grows increasingly fascinated by the elaborate parties held at his new neighbor's estate. Meanwhile, across the bay, Carraway's cousin Daisy (Carey Mulligan) flounders in her marriage to philandering aristocrat Tom Buchanan (Joel Edgerton). Inspired by the debauchery on display at Gatsby's wild parties and the lives of the wealthy elite, Carraway begins putting pen to paper as it gradually becomes clear that his cousin and the millionaire share a complicated romantic past that remains unresolved. Isla Fisher, Jason Clarke and Elizabeth Debicki co-star.

 

NEWS

Job News

We have 2 exciting opportunities based at the CatStrand in New Galloway:

Part-time Catering Assistant

Part-time Youth Arts Officer

For more information and details of how to apply visit our jobs page.

Closing date: Wednesday 26th June 5.00pm 2013

Interviews week commencing Monday 1st July 2013

 
Glenkens Transport Initiative needs you!

The Glenkens Transport Initiative urgently requires drivers to help them continue their fantastic range of trips .

All driving at times suitable to you (no fixed hours etc) mainly voluntary but also some opportunities for paid work.

They are also offering FREE TRAINING.

For further details please contact Keith Cooper, GTI Administrator at The Catstrand – TN 420374

 
Gold Award in Green Scheme

The Catstrand has been awarded Gold level (the highest status available) in the Green Tourism Business Scheme.

 

The report noted that:

 

The CatStrand does very well and maintains the prestigious GOLD level of award. The centre is much more than just an Art Venue ‐ It is a community hub, where locals and tourists are brought together. Art is showcased but their is also lots of local crafts, local books and excellent information on the many low carbon activities such as walks and cycle routes in the surrounding area. The venue has been involved in some of the Dark Skies initiatives that have taken place and continues to run the minibus service (with an additional bus). The site is still very green sue the wood chip heating system, high levels of insulation and modern refurbishment. Overall an excellent green venue and an example to others in Scotland. 

 

 
The Glenkens Shortlisted for Creative Place Award

We are proud to announce that The Glenkens have been shortlisted for a Creative Place Award 2013.

 

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