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The Courier
08-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The Courier
Glamis Proms back at iconic Angus castle for 2025
The Angus man at the creative helm of Glamis Proms has promised this year's event will build on a successful comeback for the open-air spectacular. Organisers have confirmed the musical celebration on the historic lawns of Glamis Castle will take place on Saturday August 23. It is being billed as a celebration of music, dance and community. The event will feature the Scottish Pops Orchestra, award-winning Dollar Academy Pipe Band and a host of special guests. Pipes and drums march on to signal the start of Glamis Proms. Image: Paul Reid And it follows last summer's welcome return of the proms after a six-year gap. The event's history at the childhood home of the Queen Mother stretches back to the 1990s. At its height, the Glamis Proms attracted 10,000 music fans to enjoy performances from big names including Elaine Paige, Michael Ball and Susan Boyle. Local talent at Glamis Proms Back at the creative helm for 2025 is Brechin-born Kenny Christie. He said: 'Following the huge success of last year's event, we are thrilled to be back. 'We'll once again open with our First Stage performances from 5pm to 7pm, giving local talent a fantastic platform.' The main stage programme will begin at 7pm. Returning favourites will include Tayside Sing It, Sign It Makaton Choir, and the Gordon School of Dancing from Montrose. Glamis Chorus members perform in 2024. Image: Paul Reid Kenny said the concert programme highlights will include the Dambusters March, Pachelbel's Canon in D, Wild Mountain Thyme, Anthem from Chess, Cinema Paradiso, and Four Seasons by Max Richter. 'The evening culminates in a rousing Highland Cathedral finale, featuring the combined might of the Dollar Academy Pipe Band, the Scottish Pops Orchestra and the Glamis Proms Chorus,' he added. Prom-goers are encouraged to bring picnics. Red Pepper Events also return to oversee the food and hospitality in the castle grounds. Tickets are now on sale at
Yahoo
14-02-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
3 underrated (HBO) Max movies you should watch this weekend (February 14-16)
Move over, football. Romance takes center stage this weekend. After Super Bowl LIX, the next major event in America is Valentine's Day. Many Americans will be looking to watch romance movies. From the classics, such as Casablanca and Roman Holiday, to the new school, like Set It Up and Hit Man, this is the weekend to watch a romance film. Max has one of the more impressive lineups for a streaming service, with an entire section dedicated to romance. You already know the great ones to watch. How about the underrated gems? In honor of Valentine's Day, here are three underrated Max movies to watch this weekend for the holiday. We also have guides to the best movies on Netflix, the best movies on Hulu, the best movies on Amazon Prime Video, the best movies on Max, and the best movies on Disney+. Believe it or not, people relied on Craigslist to find jobs, apartments, gigs, and services. In Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates, the titular brothers used Craigslist to find wedding dates. Mike (Adam DeVine) and Dave (Zac Efron) constantly ruin their family's gatherings. With their sister's wedding approaching, the family gives the boys an ultimatum: they must bring dates. Naturally, Mike and Dave use the internet to find dates by posting an ad on Craigslist. The ad goes viral and leads to a talk show appearance, attracting the attention of Tatiana (Aubrey Plaza) and Alice (Anna Kendrick). The girls view the wedding as a free vacation to Hawaii. The girls lie about their identities to win the gig. When the girls would rather party in Hawaii than hang with the family, the wedding begins to fall apart, putting Mike and Dave in a precarious position. Stream Mike and Dave Need Wedding Dates on Max. John Patrick Shanley knows a thing or two about writing romance. The playwright and screenwriter won an Oscar for penning the script to Moonstruck. Shanley channeled his Irish roots for Wild Mountain Thyme. Set in Ireland, Rosemary Muldoon (Emily Blunt) makes it her mission to win the heart of her neighbor Anthony Reilly (Jamie Dornan). However, Anthony is oblivious to Rosemary's actions. When he finally plans to propose to Rosemary, Anthony loses the ring. To make matters worse, Anthony's father has plans to sell the farm to his American nephew Adam (Jon Hamm), who takes an interest in Rosemary. Sooner or later, Anthony has to confess his love to Rosemary… right? Stream Wild Mountain Thyme on Max. Reese Witherspoon and her Southern Belle energy are perfect for rom-coms. Home Again is not topping any list of best rom-coms, but it's still a warm, heartfelt movie from a talented actress like Witherspoon. After separating from her husband, Alice Kinney needs a fresh start, so she moves from New York to Los Angeles with her two daughters. While out celebrating her 40th birthday, Alice meets three aspiring filmmakers — Harry (Pico Alexander), George (Jon Rudnitsky), and Teddy (Nat Wolff). Alice hits it off with the boys and even has some romance with Harry. Unbeknownst to Alice, her mother, Lillian (Candice Bergen), lets the boys stay in the guest house. As it turns out, adding three boys to this complicated family is just what Alice needs. Stream Home Again on Max.
