What’s On: Entertainment Guide

Mar 19 2010 by Gregor White, Stirling Observer Friday

Fri 19th – MacRobert, Stirling

INGLORIOUS BASTERDS (18) Usual over-the-top Tarantino mayhem as ruthless Jewish soldiers aim to wipe out the Nazi high command. Showing at 8.15pm. Also Sat at 5.15pm.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

ALICE IN WONDERLAND (PG)New version of the classic crazy tale with Alice returning to the strange other world as a young woman and finding herself having to take on the terrifying Red Queen. 3D screenings daily at 12.10pm, 2.45pm, 5.15pm and 7.45pm with extra show Fri, Sat and Wed at 10.30pm. Also 2D Evolution screenings daily at 1.40pm (except Tues) and 4.20pm with extra show Sat and Sun at 11.15am.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

BOUNTY HUNTER (15)Discovering his next target is his ex-wife a bounty hunter goes on the run with his ex-Mrs in this comedy caper starring Gerard Butler and Jennifer Aniston. Showing daily at 12.40pm, 3pm, 5.40pm and 8.10pm with extra show Fri, Sat and Wed at 10.40pm. Note 8.10pm show on Sun and Tues is for over-18s only.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

I LOVE YOU PHILIP MORRIS (15)A secretly gay con man falls in love with another inmate while in prison but finds staying together is going to be difficult. Starring Jim Carey and Ewan McGregor. Showing daily at 1.15pm, 3.45pm, 6.15pm and 8.45pm with extra show Fri, Sat and Wed at 11.05pm.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

GREEN ZONE (15) A soldier finds even his own side are trying to kill him when he raises awkward questions about weapons of mass destruction in Iraq. Starring Matt Damon. Showing daily at 2pm, 4.10pm, 6.30pm and 9pm with extra show Fri, Sat and Wed at 11.15pm.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

SHUTTER ISLAND (15) Two detectives visit a prison for the criminally insane, investigating an inmate’s disappearance but soon become convinced doctors are conducting unethical experiments. Starring Leonardo DiCaprio and directed by Martin Scorsese. Showing daily at 2.30pm, 5.30pm and 8.30pm with extra show weekdays at 11.40am.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

THE SPY NEXT DOOR (PG)A former CIA agent is forced out of retirement after his girlfriend’s kids accidentally download a top secret formula that brings a Russian terrorist to their door. Action comedy with Jackie Chan. Showing daily at 10.50am, 1pm (except Mon and Thurs) and 3.20pm (except Mon). Also shows Mon only at noon and 2.20pm.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

OLD DOGS (PG)On the verge of landing their biggest contract to date two PR professionals and old time pals find themselves taking care of the kids one of them never even knew he had. Starring Robin Williams and John Travolta. Showing daily at 1.50pm, 4pm (except Sun) and 6.10pm with extra show Sat and Sun at 11.30am. Note Sun show at 4pm is subtitled with audio description available if required.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

HACHI: A DOG’S TALE (U) A faithful dog returns daily to the spot where he used to meet his master every day, befriends other locals and has a huge impact on their lives. Showing daily at 11.50am. Also Evolution screening daily at 6.45pm.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

THE LOVELY BONES (12A) A murdered girl watches the impact of the crime on her family from a fantastical limbo. Showing daily at 8.20pm. Note Tues show is subtitled and has audio description available if required.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

THE CRAZIES (15)The inhabitants of a small Iowa town are suddenly plagued by insanity and death. Evolution screening daily at 9.15pm with extra show Fri, Sat and Wed at 11.25pm.

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

LEAP YEAR (PG) Following her boyfriend to Ireland and determined to pop the question herself a marriage-mad woman finds an adventure she never expected. Showing daily at 5.45pm (except Mon).

Fri 19th – Vue, Stirling

AVATAR (12A) A wounded war hero turns his back on his human bosses to side with exploited aliens in this special effects-laden adventure. 2D screening daily at 8pm (except Mon).

Sat 20th – MacRobert, Stirling

WAR OF THE BUTTONS (PG)Two gangs of children from neighbouring Irish villages declare “war” on each other. Showing at 1.30pm. Also Sun, same time.

Sat 20th – Vue, Stirling

THE PRINCESS AND THE FROG (U)The fairytale of a prince turned into a frog gets a 1920s New Orleans setting in this Disney version. Showing Sat and Sun at 10am and 12.20pm.

Sat 20th – Vue, Stirling

FIREMAN SAM (U)The children’s favourite hits the big screen for the first time, facing a tough decision after being awarded for his bravery. Showing Sat and Sun at 10.30am.

Sat 20th – Vue, Stirling

PERCY JACKSON AND THE LIGHTNING THIEF (PG)A young boy is thrown into a dangerous adventure when he becomes chief suspect in the theft of a mystical and all-powerful lightning bolt. Showing Sat and Sun at 10.40am with audio description available if required.

Sat 20th – Vue, Stirling

HANNAH MONTANA (PG) Popular TV show gets the movie treatment with Miley Cyrus in the title role. Showing Sat and Sun at 11am. Kids Club, tickets 95p.

Sun 21st – MacRobert, Stirling

NOWHERE BOY (15)The early life of music legend John Lennon, growing up torn between the straightlaced aunt who raised him and the free spirited mother who gave him up. Showing at 5.15pm. Also Mon at 7.30pm.

Sun 21st – MacRobert, Stirling

AMELIA (PG)The life of legendary aviator Amelia Earhart, played by Hilary Swank. Showing at 8.15pm.

Mon 22nd – Vue, Stirling

MY NAME IS KHAN (PG) A Muslim man living with Asperger’s Syndrome sees his idyllic life with a Hindu single mother torn apart in the shadow of 9/11 in what has been the biggest UK Bollywood hit to date. Showing Mon only at 4.30pm and 8pm.

Mon 22nd – Mugdock Country Park, by Strathblane

ANGELS AND DEMONS (12A) Tom Hanks and Ewan McGregor in follow-up to The Da Vinci Code, set in the Vatican City. Showing at 7.45pm. Admission free but booking essential on 0141 956 6100.

Tues 23rd – MacRobert, Stirling

WELCOME (15)An Iraqi teenager wonders whether he can swim the English Channel to reach his emigrant girlfriend. Showing at 7.30pm.

Thurs 25th – MacRobert, Stirling

ONLY WHEN I DANCE (PG) Two poverty stricken Brazilian teens work to make it into one of the world’s leading dance companies in this documentary. Showing at 5.15pm.

Thurs 25th – MacRobert, Stirling

JULIE AND JULIA (12A) One woman struggles to create an English language cookbook in 1940s Paris while a modern day New Yorker recreates the recipes at home. Showing at 8.15pm.

Thurs 25th – Vue, Stirling

SHERLOCK HOLMES (12A) The classic detective gets a Guy Ritchie makeover with Robert Downey Junior and Jude Law as Holmes and Watson, fighting back against a former adversary who is supposed to be dead. Showing at 1pm. Senior screening, all tickets £3, includes refreshments.

Fri 19th – Tolbooth, Stirling

ERRORSIndie electronica instrumentals from a Glasgow four-piece. Doors open 7pm for 8pm first band. Tickets £6.

Sat 20th – Tolbooth, Stirling

DUO ECOSSE Classic music at an afternoon recital, accompanied by tea and cake. 2.30pm. Tickets £8, includes refreshments. Accompanied under-16s admitted free.

Sat 20th – Victoria Hall, Dunblane

BLUES NIGHT Music from Dave Topliff’s Big Room Dealer Blues Band in aid of the Holmehill Community Buyout campaign. 8pm. Tickets £8 on door, from Smallprint, Beech Road or by calling 07500 161397.

Sun 21st – Scout Hut, Queen Street, Stirling

SALSA Beginners from 2pm. For more info call 07803 043263 or visit www.stirlingsalsa.co.uk.

Sun 21st – Scout Hut, Queen Street, Stirling

ARGENTINE TANGO Beginners from 3.15pm. For more info call 07803 043263 or visit www.stirlingsalsa.co.uk.

Sun 21st – Westlands Hotel, Dunblane

DUNBLANE FOLK CLUB From 8pm. Take instruments and voices. Free.

Mon 22nd – Stirling Rugby Club, Causewayhead Road

MUSIC AND MOVEMENT Exercise class for over-50s. 2-3pm. Also in Buchlyvie, Balfron and Callander and also Wed and Fri, 10-11am. Call 01786 841327/812640 opals50plus.co.uk.

Mon 22nd – Scout Hut, Queen Street, Stirling

SALSA Beginners from 7.30pm and improvers from 8.30pm. Call 07803 043263 or visit stirlingsalsa.co.uk.

Mon 22nd – Stirling Rugby Club, Causewayhead Road

CLYDEBUILT Four piece band on box, fiddle, bass and keys. Guests of Stirling Folk Club. 8pm. Admission £7 with more info on 01259 761435/ 218521.

Mon 22nd – Westerlands Hotel, Dunblane

ALLAN JAZZ QUARTET Live music from 8.15pm.

Tues 23rd – Scout Hut, Queen Street, Stirling

SALSACISE Beginners at 7pm and improvers at 7.45pm. For more info call 07803 043263 or visit www.stirlingsalsa.co.uk.

Wed 24th – Albert Halls, Stirling

WE’LL MEET AGAIN Relive the spirit of the 1940s in a fully costumed show featuring all the hits of the decade. 2.30pm. Tickets £12/ £10.

Wed 24th – St Mary’s Church Hall, Perth Road, Dunblane

SALSACISE From 6.15pm. No partner required. For more info call 07803 043263 or visit www.stirlingsalsa.co.uk.

Wed 24th – Honeyman Hall, Keir Street, Bridge of Allan

SALSA For beginners from 7.30pm. Improvers at 8.30pm. For more info call 07803 043263 or visit www.stirlingsalsa.co.uk.

Wed 24th – No.2 Baker Street, Stirling

COUNTRY/ FOLK MUSIC Regular weekly entertainment from the city centre pub’s own band, members including former players with the renowned Clydesiders. 8pm.

Thurs 25th – Scout Hut, Queen Street, Stirling

ARGENTINE TANGOFor improvers from 7.30pm and beginners at 8.30pm. For more info call 07803 043263 or visit www.stirlingtango.co.uk.

Fri 19th – Smith Art Gallery and Museum, Stirling

100 YEARS OF GIRLGUIDING Centenary heritage exhibition to celebrate 100 years of Girlguiding in Forth Valley. Ends Sun.

Fri 19th – Changing Room Gallery, Tolbooth, Stirling

37 STEPS Textiles and projection are used to display photographs which artist Gillian Cooper took every 37 steps one day, recording both the banal and unexpectedly beautiful. Until March 28th.

Fri 19th – McLintock Hall, Balfron

FRIDAY NIGHT PROJECT Youth group for ages 14 and over. Drop in 7-9pm.

Sun 21st — Loch Lomond Shores, Balloch

FARMER’S MARKET Top quality produce of all kinds direct from farmers from all across Scotland. 10am-4pm.

Sun 21st – Smith Art Gallery and Museum, Stirling

CHANGING THE WORLD FOR TOMORROWThe work of the Girlguiding movement in a talk by Kirstie Gray. 3pm. Call gallery on 01786 471917 or email museum@smithartgallery.demon.co.uk for ticket details.

Tues 23rd – Bridge of Allan

PREGNANCY AND POST-NATAL YOGA For pregnant women from 9.15-10.30am and post-natal from 10.45am-noon. For more info contact Tracey MacFarlane on 07896 334257.

Thurs 25th – Fintry Sports Centre

WALK ABOUT STIRLING Walk along local paths for gentle exercise led by trained leader. Walk lasts 45 minutes to an hour. Meet 11am at car park as above. For more info contact Lindsey on 01360 440471/ 07836 786259.