GoNorth 2008 - The Films @ Dundee, 5-6 June

On 5 and 6 of June, Dundee will find itself in the grip of the goNORTH Festival, which has been showcasing musicians from the North of Scotland and the Highlands and Islands since 2001. From the purpose built live stage at Fat Sam's and five other venues throughout the city, emerging artists from the UK, Europe, the US & Iran will be performing or taking part in workshops and seminars aimed at anyone involved in music or the creative industries, and all for free. Among the highlights, BAFTA nominated TV writer Jim Eldridge will host a professional screenwriting workshop, and composer Gregor Philps will take a masterclass in Composing for Film & TV. There will also be an associated film programme at the DCA featuring the world premiere of The View's homecoming gig at the Caird Hall in 2007 and the UK premiere of the Russian movie, 20 Cigarettes, featuring the Jyrojets on its soundtrack. [Paul Greenwood]