Annoucements

We've got a number of things that are worth the title of 'big announcement' this month and here they are!

NEW WEBSITE

We're all very pleased with the way the new site has turned out. Despite the fact the old website wasn't too problematic with an aim to innovate in the field of media and sharing online we decided it was time for a change. While the most obvious new feature is the design, layout and colour changes our key ambition in making these changes was to create a more interactive experience for the user, hence the launch of 'The Cinema' - our new way of sharing films with everyone in an effective cross-platform way and in a place where you can pick and choose what you see.

NEW PRODUCTIONS

THE GUILD
Despite the fact we've not even publicly announced it yet filming has begun for the new feature film. Entitled ' The Guild' filming began last weekend with a series of short shoots in the big capital: London. Although it's being kept much under covers for the moment expect some very exciting announcements in the not too distant future! Also, following alongside our aim for online innovation we're please to launch the dedicated production website: www.theguildiscoming.co.uk where you'll be able to find all the latest news, video diaries, images and trailers! Also, we're passing on the buck of news and tale telling to our main cast: Megan Druce, Joanne Wood and Sarah McWilliam will all be starting their own blogs to share experiences from front of camera...
Please note: the website will launch soon, it's not ready yet!

IAIN BEAG MACANDRA
If you're from Carrbridge then no doubt you've heard this name a number of times (if not you may have heard of 'The Little Archer'). This year we plan to make a short film based on the local hero from the past! It was initially an idea given to use by Ian Bishop following his victory at last year's Golden Spurtle World Porridge Making Championship in the village and what a great idea it was! We'll be hoping to have a showing of the short film in the hall sometime this year, and although it'll only be short we hope to combine this with an interesting program of Carrbridge History related activities/events! More news to come...

WHAT'S RACHEL GOT TO DO WITH IT?
Following her lead roles in Hag of the Bridge Rachel (Sermanni) will be returning in 'The Guild' with more of a minor role, but one of great importance. Playing herself we thought it would be a good idea to show her in her 'finest hour' doing what she's best known for: singing. So, we'll be hosting a concert later on in the year that will both act as a local musical event and play a fundamental role in our feature. Once again, more news to come...

CARRBRIDGE NEWS
Our final big announcement is 'Carrbridge News'. Since the Carrbridge Newsletter ceased to continue quite a while back I know that there has been discussion about how best to 'get the news to the people' of the village. In order to fill the void left by the newsletter we proudly announce 'Carrbridge News' which will take centre stage hopefully around September and release a live new program, broadcast online for all to see on certain dates at certain times - just like real T.V! This will be a huge undertaking and in order for it to work we'll need lot's of news so will be eagerly awaiting emails etc. with info that we can follow up. We'll also be launching a dedicated website for the pilot scheme, where info, images and news will be shared and where most importantly the news programs will be broadcast! As before, more news soon!...