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Creative Projects
Even Here, Even Now: The Next Chapter
Even Here, Even Now is an artist-led programme connecting, supporting and advocating for creative practitioners living and working across Scotland’s islands. The next phase will relaunch in Shetland, Orkney and the Outer Hebrides in Autumn 2026.
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Film
Spider-Man: Brand New Day (Cert TBC)
31 July 2026 to 6 August 2026
It’s a BRAND NEW DAY for Peter Parker.
Mareel
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Music
Rumbo North Isles – a new Latin & local music festival
1 August 2026
A brand new Latin & local music festival, bringing together the rich musical traditions of Orkney and Shetland with the…
Mareel
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Comedy
An Evening of Laughter and Good Fun with Farming Comedian Jim Smith
7 August 2026 to 8 August 2026
Don’t miss this very special evening of comedy, songs and good company – all while supporting a fantastic cause.
Mareel
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Music
Adam Holmes – Live in Shetland
28 August 2026
BC award-winning songwriter Adam Holmes brings his Songs & Stories show to Mareel for a rare and intimate seated evening…
Online
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Music
The Maes & Lizzie No
4 September 2026 to 5 September 2026
Australian group The Maes and Americana singer-songwriter Lizzie No are both making a return to Shetland.
Online
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Music
Ashley Campbell
25 September 2026
Ashley began her career playing banjo and keyboard in her father’s band on several world tours and has found success…
Mareel
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Comedy
CHRISTOPHER MACARTHUR-BOYD: HOWLING AT THE MOON
3 October 2026
TOTAL SELL-OUT RUN AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE 2025 One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe in 2025, Howling At…
Mareel
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Music
Calum MacPhail Live
16 October 2026
Scottish singer, songwriter, and accordionist Calum McPhail is making waves with his vibrant fusion of traditional Scottish folk and Irish…
Mareel
News
Lerwick Shortlisted for UK Town of Culture 2028
We’re delighted to share some exciting news: Lerwick has been selected as one of just 15 places shortlisted for the UK Town of Culture 2028 competition.
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Opportunities
Latest blog posts
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Aimee Labourne: Creative Drawing
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JJ Jamieson: Progress of Hairst Rig
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Reflecting on Even Here, Even Now
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Jesse’s Work Experience
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Ali Plumb’s Untitled Film Quiz Project to visit Mareel
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Shetland Tool Library and Paint Recycling Scheme to transfer to COPE Ltd
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Lerwick Shortlisted for UK Town of Culture 2028
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Nicola Fleck: Reflection on Inclusive Theatre workshops
