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19/09/2024

Two prestigious Crime Writer Association winners meet dagger to dagger…and both are returning to BOOKMARK by popular demand. 🗡

Chris Whittaker, Gold Dagger winner for We Begin at the End, discusses his eagerly awaited new novel All the Colours of the Dark with David Bishop, winner of the Bronze Dagger for Best Historical Novel. These two authors deliver a perfectly sinister afternoon for Blairgowrie's prime literary festival.

We can't wait for all these brilliant events from BOOKMARK. Tickets now available: perthshireboxoffice.com/partner/bookmark-book-festival

17/09/2024

Are you a charity or community group looking for space to host in? Perthshire Box Office are now offering rooms to book at Perth Theatre! 📣

Perthshire Box Office can offer some of Perth Theatre's spaces as rooms to hire at a reduced price for local community groups and organisations. This is for ad-hoc last minute bookings which will be released every week on our booking page, with the room(s) available over the upcoming two-week period.

Find out more and to check out our rooms and availabilities in the upcoming two weeks here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/community-room-hire 👍

14/09/2024

Three weeks to go until the much-loved Bookmark book festival returns for 2024! 📕🤩

Next in the line up for the weekend is Allan Radcliffe and Zoë Strachan, writers of fiction whose work cover themes of family, the past and changing landscapes. Allan’s book, The Old Haunts, was featured on BBC Radio 4’s Book at Bedtime: Zoë’s latest novel, Catch the Moments as They Fly, is her fourth book; she also teaches Creative Writing at Glasgow University. 🖌

They will be joined by Louise Welch, the highly acclaimed author of short stories and psychological thrillers, for this creative conversation. Tickets are available now: perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/alan-radcliffe-and-zoe-strachan-with-gail-wylie-a-creative-conversation

13/09/2024

Following their first successful workshop, Dirliebane Theatre Company are delighted to bring Clown Play back to Perth Theatre on Sat 12 and Sun 13 Oct! 🤡

This two day clown workshop with Dirliebane Theatre Artistic Directors, Fiona Ferrier and Rachel Colles will explore improvisation, saying yes, presence, playfulness and connection.

Discover, embellish and learn clowning as part of artist professional development. Find out more: [email protected]. 📧

11/09/2024

Take this opportunity to learn about the rituals behind ancient and medieval king-making! 🤴

In this lecture, Professor Jane Geddes will discuss the iconography of two undoubtedly similar scenes and compare Byzantine sources showing the Arming of David by Saul. She will also explore similar scenes from the ninth to thirteenth centuries to understand how the evolution from a shepherd boy to a mighty king took place.

This interesting talk continues the well established discussions happening at Perth Museum. Get your ticket now! https://perthshireboxoffice.webflow.io/whats-on/from-suenos-stone 🎫

07/09/2024

Next up in the Bookmark Book Festival is this great talk from Mollie Hughes and Merryn Glover! ⛰️

Mollie Hughes’s life as a mountaineer and sports adventurer has taken her to places many of us dream of but few can achieve; from the summit of Mount Everest to skiing to the South Pole. She will be talking to Merryn Glover, whose life in the Cairngorms is so well evoked in The Hidden Fires and taking us on an exhilarating journey into the unknown.

A true sign of a wonderful weekend of literary events! Weekend and day passes, as well as individual event tickets are available via Perthshire Box Office: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/mollie-hughes-with-merryn-glover-mountaineer-and-sports-adventurer

03/09/2024

⚠️ This is your last chance to get your tickets for the Hunting the Unicorn Artist Panel! ⚠️

In a bold artistic statement, a group of Scottish LGBTQIA+ artists were commissioned to create ‘faux taxidermy’ unicorn head artworks. These pieces symbolise the ongoing persecution and challenges faced by the q***r community today. The artists will discuss the inspiration behind their work and the powerful messages they aim to convey through their art. 🦄

Be sure to get your tickets before they're gone: perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/hunting-the-unicorn-artists-panel

01/09/2024

Curious Minds is back in the Soutar Theatre for its 9th season of Friday evening lectures and tickets are available now!💡

Every year the Perthshire Society of Natural Sciences ask some of the top academics and researchers in Scotland to come along to Perth to discuss their work in a way that normal mortals can understand. They are asked to avoid “dumbing it down” but also to avoid excessive jargon or impenetrable equations. This year, they continue the usual eclectic mix. 🥼

PSNS members can purchase a season ticket whilst tickets are also available for each individual event. 🎫 perthshireboxoffice.com/partner/perthshire-society-of-natural-science

29/08/2024

Our partners Culture Perth and Kinross have revealed their next temporary exhibition at Perth Museum, Waters Rising, which will explore how flooding and climate breakdown have impacted Perth and Kinross, Scotland and the world. 🌏💧

Opening on Fri 8 Nov, the exhibition will trace stories and objects connected to flooding from Scotland and abroad and will also highlight the growing threat of the global climate emergency, examining the impact of flooding and extreme weather events.

Tickets are available now via Perthshire Box Office. Find out more and get your tickets now: perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/waters-rising

26/08/2024

Kicking off this year's Bookmark Book Festival is award-winning author and illustrator, Natalie Russell. 📚

Natalie teaches illustration and printmaking at Duncan Jordanstone College of Art in Dundee and at other major art institutions. She will join Gail Wylie, Chair of BOOKMARK, in a lively, and of course, illustrated talk about the centuries-old tradition of combining art with words. 🖌📕

What a way to start off a wonderful weekend of literary events! Weekend and day passes, and individual event tickets are available now via Perthshire Box Office: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/partner/bookmark-book-festival

22/08/2024

📣 LAST CHANCE FOR THIS INTERNATIONAL COLLABORATION 📣

Chansons, Perth’s Chamber Choir, join with Ars Antiqua Kammerchor from Aschaffenburg, Perth’s twin city in Germany for a Summer Concert. Ars Antiqua have also brought their youth choir on this return visit for a musical celebration of the friendship of both cities. Amongst others, the concert will feature music by Holst, Hindemith, Brahms, Mendelssohn-Bartholdy and Vaughan-Williams. The choirs will perform individual items before joining together for a celebratory end to the evening.

This concert is not one to be missed so take this last chance to get your tickets. Available here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/summer-concert-sommer-konzert 🎫

15/08/2024

See the sights of Perth in a way you haven’t before. With these unique walking tours you will uncover all the secrets, histories, and stories of the Fair City! 👣

Our partners are giving you a glimpse into the lively past and present of the city. The walking tours will guide you through Perth whilst sharing stories about the various lives and times woven into the pavements and pathways. From the dark graveyard to the age of rebellion, mysterious vennels and religious revolution, the series of walks will have you seeing the city with a whole new perspective.

Walk Times:
👻 History and Horror Tour: 20:00
🥁 Jacobite City Tour: 11:00 + 14:00
👸 Medieval City Tour: 11:00 + 14:00

Tickets are available through PBO: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on 🎫

13/08/2024

This upcoming art talk at Perth Art Gallery will be sure to get Perthshire's aesthetes inspired! 🎨

Despite a 50-year age difference, artists Bet Low and JD Fergusson had a surprising crossover in their careers. These connections emerged after Fergusson returned from France at the outbreak of the Second World War and chose to live in Glasgow. This year, 2024 marks the 100th anniversary of Bet Low’s birth and in this talk, Hildegarde Berwick will explore Bet Low's work and the connections between these remarkable Scottish artists.

Get a glimpse into the lives of these artists on 22 Aug at 19:00. Tickets available through PBO: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/not-just-a-craft-or-profession-bet-low-and-jd-fergusson 🎫

11/08/2024

An unmissable charity event is coming to St John's Square with this special concert at Willows Perth . 🫶

Come and see PlaidSong for an extraordinary evening at Willows in Perth, where music and dining come together for a noble cause. The 'Songs of Legend & Landscape Charity Concert' promises a night of enchanting melodies and exquisite cuisine, all in support of Ukraine. We're so pleased to support this event and hear from a fantastic local band. 🇺🇦

Tickets for the concert only are available through PBO. Dinner and concert tickets are available via Willows.

🎫 perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/songs-of-legend-landscape

08/08/2024

Early-bird day and weekend tickets are now available until 17 August! 🐦

Bookmark book festival is back again with a jam-packed schedule for literary lovers. The festival is Blairgowrie and Rattray’s renowned book event and we’re excited to offer the early bird tickets for the day and weekend passes. With a line up of local and nationally recognised writers, this is sure to be a festival you don’t want to miss.

The early-bird offer runs until 17 Aug and is only available on the full-day or weekend passes. Tickets at PBO here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/partner/bookmark-book-festival 🎫

06/08/2024

⚠️ Be sure to grab your tickets for Perth Museum's Drag Takeover event before they're snapped up! ⚠️

This is your last chance to book your tickets before 12 noon on Thursday 8 August for this fun filled evening. Experience the museum after hours with a fruity tour led by our Kings and Queens. The evening will be packed with a variety of exciting activities and games, slay the runway, learn about vogue, get a fabulous drag makeover, participate in Drag Bingo and visit stalls hosted by Perth based LGBTQIA+ organisations. 🦄

Tickets are available for just a few more days: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/drag-takeover-kings-queens-and-unicorns

02/08/2024

📣We're hiring!

We're looking for someone to join the Perthshire Box Office team as a Ticketing Assistant. This is a 25 hour per week position to support the team in delivering and developing our service.

Interested in joining the team? Find out more and apply:
https://www.perththeatreandconcerthall.com/work-with-us/job-vacancies/perthshire-box-office-ticketing-assistant

31/07/2024

We're welcoming in August with a great selection of events across Perthshire to herald in this glorious weather. ☀

The wide range of events takes us from late nights at the museum to the launch of Blairgowrie's notable book festival. With tours, classical music, and artistic talks, there is something for everyone happening in the city and the county this month. Our fantastic partners have got you covered not just for the summer, but also into autumn!

Find out more about our events on our website here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on

25/07/2024

It's that time of year to get excited for Bookmark 2024, Blairgowrie's prestigious book festival. What better way to begin than with this launch event next Saturday 3 August, with Olga Wojtas and Gail Wylie?! 📚

Anyone who has been to one of Olga's previous events knows that an entertaining afternoon is guaranteed! After refreshments and raffle, Gail Wylie, BOOKMARK Chair, will reveal the BOOKMARK 2024 Programme and we will gladly open access for the sale of Festival tickets including the very popular 'Weekend and Daily Passes'.

Tickets for the launch event are already live and can be purchased here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/olga-wojtas-with-gail-wylie

24/07/2024

Something spooky this way comes! We're so pleased to announce that History and Horror Tours has become a partner with us. We'll be ticketing their Perth tour and we dare you to discover the dark side of the city. 👻

History and Horror Tours are committed to creating unique and unforgettable experiences that combine history, mystery, and the supernatural. Their tours are designed to cater to all types of adventurers, whether you are a history buff, a thrill-seeker, or a lover of all things spooky. 😱

The Perth tour happens every Friday at 8pm. Further information and tickets are available on our website: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/partner/history-and-horror-tours

19/07/2024

The Perfect Perth Partnership! 🤝

We are so pleased to offer a unique new partnership between Perthshire Box Office, Scone Palace and Perth Museum. From today, tickets to Scone Palace are now available via our platform when booking your visit to Perth Museum, allowing you to enjoy the ultimate Stone of Destiny experience. 🥳

This is a fantastic endorsement for Perthshire Box Office as the ticketing platform of choice for two of Perthshire's leading historic and cultural attractions, helping us on our mission to support the sector and foster greater collaboration within the area.

Find out more and book here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/the-stone-of-destiny-experience

16/07/2024

Music has the power to bring us together, and there's no better sign of this than the Summer Concert bought to you by Chansons_Chamber_Choir , Perth's Chamber Choir, and Ars Antiqua, the chamber choir from Perth's twin city Aschaffenburg. 🎶

Amongst others, the concert will feature music by Holst, Hindemith, Brahms, Mendelssohn-Bartholdy and Vaughan-Williams. The choirs will perform individual items before joining together for a celebratory end to the evening. Ars Antiqua have also brought their youth choir on this return visit for a musical celebration of the friendship of both cities.

Tickets are on sale now for this brilliant summer event: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/summer-concert-sommer-konzert 🎫

11/07/2024

🚨The deadline for Perth Craft Week submissions is this coming Monday! 🚨

Perth Craft Week is a publication designed to shout about all the brilliant craft activity across Perth and Kinross! If you have an upcoming event, some craft news, want to share a craft resource, or even share some craft info, they'd love to hear from you.

Find the Perth, Unesco City of Craft form here: https://linktr.ee/perthcityofcraft

Deadline is Monday 15th July 📥 Events with Perth City of Craft will also be ticketed with us at PBO to help you reach our regional audience!

10/07/2024

Have you already seen some of the Māori objects that have been respectfully curated at Perth Museum? What better way to learn about the cultural ties and differences between Scotland and Aotearoa than with this upcoming event! 🌄

With Scots being some of the first European settlers in New Zealand, migration has steadily continued ever since meaning there are strong cultural links between the two countries. Perth Museum will be celebrating both our distinct and shared heritage where live musical performances will enhance the learning experience.

Tickets are available through us at Perthshire Box Office, get yours here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/from-taonga-puoro-to-piob-mhor-bringing-cultures-together 🎫

04/07/2024

Make a journey to Perth Art Gallery on Wed 31 Jul and find yourself transported by the magic of fairytales with this interactive workshop by Ross MacKay!🧚‍♂️

Ross will tell a variety of weird and wonderful fairy tales all based around some of his favourite magic tricks. But this isn’t like any normal magic show because Ross is going to let you in on the secret and teach you how to perform your own magic with everyday items you can find at home. Once you’ve mastered the magic, it’s your turn to become the storyteller. Ross will help you to create a small fairytale around the tricks you have learnt. This fun, relaxed workshop is ideal for anyone with an active imagination and who loves to tell a story.

You won't want to miss this engaging and exciting event from Culture Perth and Kinross. Get your tickets with us here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/the-magic-of-storytelling-with-ross-mackay 🎫

01/07/2024

Take the reins of Perth Museum at this special evening event, and watch Scotland's best kings and queens reign supreme over the collections! 💅

The evening will be packed with a variety of exciting activities and games, slay the runway, learn to vogue, get a fabulous drag makeover, participate in Drag Bingo, and visit stalls hosted by Perth-based LGBTQIA+ organisations.

Adults only 18+, grab your tickets whilst you can through Perthshire Box Office: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/drag-takeover-kings-queens-and-unicorns 🎫

28/06/2024

Introducing PBO Plus, the new online shop which opens the digital curtain to our region's finest cultural content. Explore audio performances, eBooks and more anytime, anywhere. 🎭

Developed in partnership with The Grey Hill, PBO Plus broadens Perthshire Box Office's commitment to making the arts accessible to all by reaching out to those unable to visit events in person. 🎧

Among the 12 audio plays available through our shop will be several written by Perthshire playwrights, or based in Perth. Every purchase supports local creatives and cultural organisations, ensuring our vibrant arts scene continues to thrive.

Discover, enjoy and contribute to our cultural heritage today: perthshireboxoffice.com/pbo-plus

26/06/2024

Have you got your early bird subscription for the Perth Chamber Music Society 24-25 season yet? Here's a glimpse at the brilliant programme that is being presented at St John's Kirk from October to March! 🎶

Marmen Quartet: Tue 22 Oct 2024
Quartetto Noûs: Sun 3 Nov 2024
Armand Djikoloum and Iyad Sughayer: Mon 2 Dec 2024
Piano Trio Isimsiz: Tue 21 Jan 2025
Asaka String Quartet: Mon 24 Feb
Ensemble Renard: 10 Mar 2025

Access all 6 concerts in the series for £65 as part of their early bird offer. This offer is only available until Fri 31 Aug, so don't miss out on this opportunity to save a huge 32%! 🤩

Tickets: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/perth-chamber-music-society-subscription-early-bird

21/06/2024

What a fantastic evening the PBO team had at the SCVO last night! 🤩

We were delighted to be selected as one of 39 finalists from charities across Scotland and we're so proud that our platform was recognised by the SCVO in their Digital Difference category.

A huge thank you to our funders, partners and dedicated team of staff without whom this project would not have been possible. Here's to continuing to strengthen culture and collaboration across the region, making the arts more accessible to the people of Perthshire! 👏

18/06/2024

What happens in an art gallery after hours? Find out on Friday 28 June with Perth Art Gallery's late night celebration to kick-off their new exhibition! 🎨

2024 marks the 200th birthday of the Marshall Monument (the oldest part of Perth Art Gallery), and the 150th birthday of JD Fergusson, whose works have been newly reinterpreted and displayed. Come and also celebrate the grand opening of our newest temporary exhibition, The Fleapit Theatre, designed and curated by the Culture Perth & Kinross Youth Collective. This is an immersive, interactive journey through the history of local cinema.

From silent disco and sip-and-paint art sessions to bite-sized talks and behind-the-scenes tours, don't miss this exclusive evening to celebrate the past and future of Perth Art Gallery. Get your tickets here: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/200-years-late 🎫

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Introducing PBO Plus, the new online shop which opens the digital curtain to our region's finest cultural content. Explore audio performances, eBooks and more anytime, anywhere. 🎭 Developed in partnership with The Grey Hill, PBO Plus broadens Perthshire Box Office's commitment to making the arts accessible to all by reaching out to those unable to visit events in person. 🎧 Among the 12 audio plays available through our shop will be several written by Perthshire playwrights, or based in Perth. Every purchase supports local creatives and cultural organisations, ensuring our vibrant arts scene continues to thrive. Discover, enjoy and contribute to our cultural heritage today: perthshireboxoffice.com/pbo-plus

Happy 1st of June! What's happening across Perthshire this month? 📅 There is a varied programme of events happening in Perth and across the region this June. From literary talks, special exhibitions, to walking tours and workshops. Our partners are bringing you an exciting range of activities to keep you busy in this ever-changing weather! ☀️☂️ Find out more about our events and book your tickets while you still can: www.perthshireboxoffice.com

Pull in to the Dewars Centre for the Model Railway Exhibition 2024 on 29 and 30 Jun. This exciting event is perfect for train lovers and families to explore modelling demonstrations like the ones in this video. 🚂 With over 20 years of exhibiting all things model railway, this exhibition is your chance to see displays from all over the UK, browse 35 quality trade stands, and to catch the local layout of "Blair Atholl Towards Drumochter"! Hop on to our website and book your journey via the link in our bio. With online tickets you'll skip the queue and be able to access the halls at 9:30am. 🎫 Book now: https://www.perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/model-railway-exhibition-2024

From City Tours to Dance Parties, Culture Perth and Kinross have your Easter plans covered! 🦄 Join them as they celebrate the opening of the new Perth Museum with a two-week, packed programme of events taking place throughout the city. Tickets: www.perthshireboxoffice.com

Take a look at what Perthshire Society of Natural Science have to offer for the rest of their Curious Minds season! 🔬 Curious Minds is a series of talks which take place on a Friday evening that cover a wide range of topics around the general theme of 'Contemporary Science in Scotland'. 🧪👩‍⚕️ This year they have assembled their usual mix of superb speakers with the remaining evening lectures covering topics which include the parallels between theology and physics, accents and dialects in contemporary Scotland and St Andrews University photographic collection. To find out more about the talks and purchase tickets, visit Perthshire Box Office: perthshireboxoffice.com/partner/perthshire-society-of-natural-science

Share the joy of classical and contemporary chamber music with Perth Chamber Music as they celebrate their 75th anniversary of annual series concerts in St John's Kirk, inviting some of the UK's most talented professional musicians to perform for the people of Perth! 🎼🎻 With a great line up for the remaining three shows of the season, Perth Chamber Music Society look forward to welcoming old friends and new to share in their celebrations. Book tickets via our website: perthshireboxoffice.com/partner/perth-chamber-music

Following our pilot phase, we are delighted to continue working in partnership with Culture Perth and Kinross as they debut their first on sale exhibition, Unicorn, at the new Perth Museum!🦄 Running from Sat 30 Mar - Sun 22 Sep, explore the rich significance of Scotland's beloved national animal throughout centuries, across art, science, social movements, and popular culture. Find out more about this exhibition and book your tickets via Perthshire Box Office: perthshireboxoffice.com/whats-on/unicorn With support from Perth and Kinross Council.