January-June 2026
EVENTS AT A GLANCE
Welcome to the Beacon
There really is something for everyone over the coming months at the Beacon, in a programme that’s bursting with music, drama, comedy, dance and meet and greets, and not forgetting classes and workshops for all ages, constantly changing art exhibitions and of course our beautiful café with its panoramic river and mountain views.
Two of Scotland’s National Performing Companies, the National Theatre of Scotland and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra, will be visiting with the play Stand & Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-In and a Viennese Gala respectively, and there will also be high-profile performances from Bard in the Botanics (Medea), Flabbergast Theatre (Macbeth) and Theatre School of Scotland (The Addams Family). The Beacon proudly presents two in association with productions in the same week! The riotous Scots: The Musical with Raw Material and Sailmaker, Ayr Gaiety's play about family, grief and identity in working-class Glasgow.
Starry visitors from outwith Scotland include Strictly’s strictest judge Craig Revel Horwood, 1970s folk rock band Lindisfarne, the multitalented Toyah, and Irish folk band The Fureys on their Farewell Tour. But we have plenty of home-grown top talent too, with comedians Gregor Fisher, Phil Kay, Jack Docherty and our very own panto queen Jane McCarry leading the way.
Indie Inverclyde continues to promote both established and upcoming local bands and singers, while the Beacon’s intimate Studio hosts some of the coolest jazz musicians around, including the talented young players of the Scottish National Jazz Orchestra.
Meanwhile, the main theatre hosts Cher, Take That, Michael Jackson, Fleetwood Mac, Billy Joel, Pink and Celine Dion – even Buddy Holly, Johnny Cash and Doris Day – all in tribute form! And if you’re looking for glitz and glamour, we have a spectacular evening of burlesque too.
Mountaineer Simon Yates will keep you on the edge of your seat with his tales of conquering some of the world’s highest peaks, and fans of the Old Firm will be able to relive their teams’ sporting summits with legends from both Celtic and Rangers.
There’s also a full programme of entertaining shows for kids and their families, including farmyard fun with The MacDougalls, an Enchanted Princess Ball, clowning with Out of the Box, magic from British Champion Oliver Tabor, an adaptation of David Walliams’ There’s a Snake in My School, the return of You Choose, and even The Ultimate Bubble Show!
Outside of the performance programme, we have free to browse exhibition on display yearround covering everything from textile, sculpture, paintings and more. Our classes cover dance, youth drama, art and more (see pages 47-48), with dedicated tutors on hand to help you explore something new.
We're very excited to host our first ever Beacon Book Festival in February (see pages 10-11), bringing together a mix of local and esteemed authors and writers for a weekend-long festival of talks, schools activities and in-depth conversations, with a few familiar faces in our programme too!
We hope you'll join us at Beacon Arts Centre across 2026 to celebrate all that's on offer.
Lesley Davidson & Karen Townsend Co-Directors
Front Cover: Craig Revel Horwood, see page 23
Lesley Davidson & Karen Townsend | Co-Directors
Beacon Arts Centre is proud to be funded and supported by
Greenock
How we Light Up Lives in Inverclyde
For over 80 years, Beacon Arts Centre has been a place where creativity, confidence and community can shine. Our mission remains the same today: to make the arts accessible, inclusive and life-changing for everyone. Your donation, no matter the size, helps ensure everyone has the chance to experience the joy and power of the arts.
Your Gift Makes a Real Difference
Here’s how your support can transform lives:
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Could cover the cost of a place in our Beacon Youth Theatre/ Young Company for a child facing financial barriers – giving them confidence, friendship, and a creative space to belong.
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Could fund a specialist freelance dance artist to deliver an uplifting movement session for people living with Parkinson’s – improving mobility, wellbeing and connection.
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Ways You Can Support
Join the Producers’ Circle
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A gift in your Will helps ensure future generations can discover creativity, learn new skills, and find their voice. Speak with Co-Director Karen Townsend: karent@beaconartscentre.co.uk
TRIBUTE
JMG Music Group presents
MUSIC
Royal Scottish National Orchestra presents
RSNO Viennese Gala
Sat 17 Jan | 7:30pm
Stalls + Circle £30 / Upper Circle £26.50
Restricted view £23.50
Disabled concession – 50% off Under 26 £6.50 / Under 18s go free when accompanied by a paying adult (max 2 x U18s per adult) Group discounts available
Sun 4 Jan | 7:30pm
Adult £28 / Senior £27
Restricted View £20.50
Europe’s No.1 multi-award-winning show, Legends of American Country, returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country nostalgia!
With tributes to Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Don Williams, Patsy Cline, Hank Williams, Tammy Wynette and Kenny Rogers, and new tributes to icons Alan Jackson, Shania Twain, Garth Brooks, The Chicks and new kid on the block Luke Combs, plus countless other wellknown singalong hit songs, this is a must-see musical extravaganza. Be transported to Nashville and back in one night!
Suitable for ages 16+
Vienna – the city where the concert halls are golden and the music sparkles! It simply wouldn’t be New Year without the music of Vienna’s most famous son, Johann Strauss, and his friends. Let us whirl you away to a world full of elegant waltzes, playful polkas and good oldfashioned romance, presented by Scottish tenor Jamie MacDougall and led from the podium by conductor Derrick Morgan. Packed full with tunes you’ll know and love, get your 2026 off to a glittering start with this concert featuring the wonderful musicians of the Royal Scottish National Orchestra.
Suitable for ages 8+
BEACON MAIN HOUSE
TALK
AIM Sports present
Sun 18 Jan | 7:30pm
Adult £30.50
Meet & Greet £70.50
An evening with Rangers legends Mark Hateley, Ian Durrant, John Brown and Graham Roberts.
Suitable for ages 14+ (under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult)
Come and listen to stories and anecdotes from their glittering careers and their rise to fame in the sporting arena. From memorable matches to behind-the-scenes stories, fallouts, transfers and everything you would expect to hear from five stars of the football world. With over 600 appearances for the Gers between them, this is a must-see show for any Rangers fan! A limited number of VIP tickets are available, affording a meet and greet with the legendary players and a photograph opportunity before the show.
MUSICAL THEATRE
Hamilton Theatre Arts presents
ADULT PANTO
Purdys Presents Ltd presents Tue 27 Jan | 7:30pm
Adult £30
Meet & Greet £45
Fri 23 - Sat 24 Jan | 7:30pm
(2:30pm matinee Sat only)
Adult £22 / Senior £20 / Child £20
Restricted view £15.50
Join Hamilton Theatre Arts for an electrifying journey through a dystopian future where music is forbidden and freedom hangs by a guitar string. Featuring the iconic hits of Queen, We Will Rock You is a high-energy spectacle packed with powerhouse vocals, epic riffs and rebellious spirit. Don’t miss this bold, student-powered production that proves rock ’n’ roll will never die.
Suitable for ages 14+
This is an amateur production from Hamilton Theatre Arts.
25% discount on Restricted view
Tale as old as time? Not this one!
Beauty’s looking for love — but instead finds herself trapped in a castle with a beast with a very big… personality. Packed with outrageous innuendo, dazzling drag, and more sass than you can shake a candlestick at. This is a laugh-out-loud, adults-only twist on the fairy tale you thought you knew. Expect saucy jokes, outrageous antics, and enough cheek to make even Mrs. Potty blush. Will Beauty break the spell before the last rose petal falls or will she end up the wildest of them all? Leave the kids at home and be our guest — this one’s strictly for the adults!
Strictly 18+
AIM Sports presents
Fri 30 Jan | 7:30pm
Standard
£35.50
Meet & Greet
£75.50
An evening of Celtic stories, banter and Bhoys reunited! Get ready for a night of football nostalgia as Charlie Mulgrew and Kris Commons take centre stage, joined by the ever-charismatic Frank McAvennie as host.
From title-winning triumphs to dressing room antics, hear untold tales and behind-the-scenes stories from inside Celtic Park. Expect laughs, insights and a few surprises as these Hoops heroes relive their most iconic moments in the green and white. Upgrade with our exclusive VIP package and enjoy premium seating, a pre-show meet and greet, a professional photo opportunity and a keepsake lanyard.
Suitable for ages 14+ (under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult)
TRIBUTE
Carlton Entertainment presents
THEATRE
A.I.M presents
Sun 1 Feb | 7:30pm
Standard £27.50
Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating the global superstar that is Cher, featuring all of the classic hits, including Turn Back Time, I Found Someone, Believe, Strong Enough, Gypsies Tramps and Thieves, her ABBA remixes and many more.
Strong Enough features 25 smash hits, six decades of stardom and enough costume changes to cause a sequins shortage…
With a full live band and dancers, come along and experience the passion, the flair and the glitter – this is one dazzling extravaganza you do not want to miss!
Tue 3 Feb | 7:30pm
Standard £25.50
Heart-warming, heartbreaking and hilarious, and centred on the dynamics of an ordinary family trying to cope with everyday life, including a diagnosis of autism for their youngest son, Living the Life of Riley could only have been written by someone with first-hand experience.
Serious laughter combines with serious issues in this nationally acclaimed play.
Starring Cheryl Fergison (Eastenders) and Katie Price in an on-screen role.
"A rollercoaster of emotions, love, laughter, but tissues to the ready, this is a must-see show" Audience Member
Suitable for ages 14+
Beacon Book Festival
DAMIAN BARR
ROSS COLLINS
HEBRIDEAN BAKER
PETER MACQUEEN
JUSTIN CURRIE
DENISE MINA
LOUISE WELSH
KIRSTY LOGAN
SCHOOL SESSIONS
Fri 20 Feb only
Lindsay Littleson | 10am & 11:30am | (age 5+)
Kelpies Prize winner reads The Titanic Detective Agency and Secrets of the Last Merfolk, with Q&A and Titanic-themed creative writing workshop.
Gaelic Schools Session | 11am | (age 8+)
Translator Gillebrìde Mac’IlleMhaoil reads Cù Giobach, then leads a ‘doggy’-themed character creation workshop.
Ely Percy | 1pm & 2:30pm | (age 16+)
Award-winning writer Ely Percy discusses their writing journey, reads from Duck Feet, followed by Q&A.
Fri 20 Feb
Justin Currie | 5pm
Del Amitri founder discusses The Tremolo Diaries, a candid, witty memoir of music and Parkinson’s. Chaired by Paul English.
Damian Barr | 7pm
Host of The Big Scottish Book Club discusses The Two Roberts, his novel inspired by artists Robert Colquhoun and Robert MacBryde.
Sat 21 Feb
Ross Collins | 11am
MacMillan Prize-winning author-illustrator leads an interactive children’s picture book illustration session.
DOUBLE BILL
The Hebridean Baker | 2pm
PAY-WHAT YOU-CAN TICKETS FROM £2!
Coinneach MacLeod shares island stories, recipes, and songs in a warm Scottish gathering (Double bill with Peter MacQueen, chaired by Jane McCarry).
Peter MacQueen | 3:30pm
BBC Alba presenter discusses Tails of Scotland, celebrating Scottish heritage and our four-legged friends (Double bill with The Hebridean Baker, chaired by Jane McCarry).
Scottish Women in Writing | 7pm
Denise Mina, Louise Welsh, and Kirsty Logan read and discuss their work. Chaired by Gavin Mitchell
RAYMOND BURKE
CREATIVE RECOVERY
LAURIE DONALDSON
ANNE PETTIGREW
KEN MACLEOD
CHRISTOPHER BROOKMYRE
THE BOOKSHOP BAND
Sun 22 Feb
Raymond Burke | 11am
Herald McCash Scots Poetry winner discusses The Metaphoric Manual, a lively guide to figures of speech.
Creative Recovery
– Turning a Page | 12:30pm
Readings from the Beacon’s creative recovery writing group.
Creative Writing Workshops
PAY-WHAT YOU-CAN TICKETS FROM £2!
10am–12 noon & 12 noon–2pm
Local poet Laurie Donaldson leads two interactive sessions: An Introduction to Poetry: Rhyme and Reason (10am - 12 noon) and An Introduction to Creative Writing: Unleash Your Story (12 noon - 2pm).
Anne Pettigrew | 2:30pm
Inverclyde Author and ex-GP explores reading and writing for wellbeing and pleasure.
Ken MacLeod | 4pm
Award-winning Gourock author reads from Beyond the Hallowed Sky, first in his Lightspeed Trilogy. Chaired by Paul English
Christopher Brookmyre | 5:30pm
Bestselling Scottish crime writer discusses The Cracked Mirror with Alistair Braidwood (Scots Whay Hae!).
The Bookshop Band | 7pm
Award-winning folk duo perform songs inspired by books, born from Mr B’s Emporium bookshop collaboration.
Beacon Book Festival is supported by the Scottish Book Trust, Waterstone Sauchiehall Street, Waterstones Braehead, Inverclyde Libraries, Inverclyde Council, Business Gateway and Ardgowan Hospice.
TRIBUTE
Red Entertainment presents
TRIBUTE Entertainers presents
Sat 7 Feb | 7:30pm
Standard £29
As Take That celebrate over 30 years as the UK’s No. 1 boy band, The Take That Experience marks over a decade together as their most popular and recognised tribute act. With acclaimed vocal performances, stunning replica costumes and iconic dance routines, The Take That Experience recreates the magic of Take That live on stage with their Greatest Hits Tour.
This incredible show features hit after hit from the band’s career spanning three decades, from classic 90s hits through to their most recent triumphs. Songs include Pray, Relight My Fire, Patience, Shine, These Days, Rule The World and many more.
Sat 21 Feb | 7:30pm
Standard £32.50
The brand-new electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson starring CJ, one of the world’s greatest Michael Jackson tribute artists, featuring all his greatest hits that you know and love, including Thriller, Billie Jean, Beat It, Smooth Criminal and, of course, Man in the Mirror. Complete with dazzling choreography and stunning visual effects and costumes, this is the show that pays tribute to Jackson's musical legacy.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or experiencing the magic of Michael Jackson for the first time, get ready as we take you back in time for a night like no other.
TRIBUTE
Simon Fielder Productions present
Handshake Group Ltd presents
Sun 22 Feb | 2:30pm
Adult £25.50
Senior £24.50
All Holly’s hits and classics from his rock ’n’ roll pals are played live on stage by these five amazing young actor-musicians, who always delight crowds with their fabulous show. Featuring raw rock ’n’ roll, beautifully haunting ballads, energetic performances – and some genuinely hilarious moments – there is no live event that delivers a better Buddy experience.
So, whether you’re young in years or young at heart, this night with Buddy and the boys is guaranteed to have everyone singing along to the music and dancing in the aisles.
Sun 1 Mar | 7:30pm
Standard £28
Restricted view £15.50
Be transported back in time to 1960s Detroit for a high-energy show packed with the greatest Motown hits of all time. Starring The Voice UK finalist Bizzi Dixon, and backed by the soulful vocal dynamics of The Motown Divas, this musical celebration is sure to have you singing along and dancing in the aisles.
Reach out and grab your ticket to find out just how sweet it is to party all night long, as this live show is guaranteed to be a night to remember!
MUSICAL THEATRE | Raw Material in association with Beacon Arts Centre presents
Wed 4 Mar | 7:30pm
Adult / Under 16s £15.50
The musical history lesson no one asked for, but everyone needs! Scots: The Musical is the story of Scotland. Its past, present and future. Its people and places, triumphs and failures. All told by a figure who has seen it all... someone who witnessed the Picts and the Celts unite; who survived the battles of Stirling and Bannockburn; who heard the Declaration of Arbroath; who witnessed the Scottish Enlightenment, the Industrial Revolution, the charge for women’s
rights, the battle for gay rights, the call for Independence – basically someone who’s seen some amount of s**t: Scotland’s greatest invention ... The Toilet! Scots: The Musical is an irreverent, hilarious and poignant journey through the history of Scotland in 60 riotous minutes. Following ecstatic reviews at the Edinburgh Fringe, this multi-skilled ensemble retells some of our nation's most iconic (and some forgotten) stories, all to answer the fundamental question: What makes a country?
Suitable for ages 12+ (under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult)
Dance360 presents
World’s Evolution
Fri 6 Mar | 7pm
Adult £12.50
Senior £10.50
Under 16s £10.50
Can you remember where you come from? Do you know who you are? Do you know where we are going? World’s Evolution is a high-energy journey through time – from our roots in Africa to the rush of the modern world. Fusing street dance with African and Carribean dance styles, this bold performance is a celebration of identity, movement and connection. Brought to life by THREE60, a fearless collective reshaping Scotland’s dance scene and beyond, this show invites you to feel, reflect and imagine a freer, more united future.
Let’s dance it forward.
Suitable for ages 8+
& HIRES
Discover Beacon Arts Centre, where every occasion shines
A stunning waterfront venue with panoramic views, flexible gallery spaces and warm hospitality – all just 35 minutes from Glasgow.
Nestled on the waterfront, the Beacon is more than a venue, it’s an experience. With floor-to-ceiling views that shift from serene daylight to sparkling twilight, it’s the perfect backdrop for everything from elegant weddings to inspiring business events. Here, moments unfold beautifully against a setting designed to impress and delight. Whether you’re hosting a corporate conference, an intimate dinner, or a grand celebration, the Beacon’s versatile Gallery spaces can be tailored to suit your vision. Each area offers natural light, contemporary design, and the flexibility to make your event truly your own.
Overlooking the tranquil waters and rolling landscape beyond, the Beacon’s panoramic setting transforms any gathering into something unforgettable. It’s a place that inspires creativity, connection, and celebration in equal measure.
Our dedicated team ensures every detail runs smoothly, while our catering partners craft menus to suit your event needs - from canapes to cocktails - to complement your occasion.
Located just 35 minutes from Glasgow with excellent transport links, the Beacon offers the perfect balance of escape and convenience, ideal for both business and leisure guests.
Bring your next event to life at Beacon Arts Centre.
Speak to Lesley Davidson, Co-Director at: lesley@beaconartscentre.co.uk or call 01475 723723
EHP Theatre Productions presents
An Evening with Megan Murray
Sat 7 Mar | 2:30pm
Adult £19.50
Senior £17.50
Under 16s £17.50
Buy 5, Get one FREE!
A magnificent show that pays homage to one of Hollywood’s greatest stars. Join us for a wonderful journey through Doris Day’s amazing career in music and film, from the beginning of her career during the big band days, to a Sentimental Journey, to the Hollywood movies that made her a legend. This show will be your Secret Love as three vocalists supported by professional dancers perform these beautiful songs, leaving you feeling Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered. The show is a fan tribute to the fantastic songs and memories that Doris Day and her music gave every generation.
Suitable for ages 6+
Sat 14 Mar | 7:30pm
Standard £15.50
Megan Murray returns to the Beacon – this time on the main stage!
After a year of sold-out shows across Inverclyde and Glasgow, Megan is back to celebrate the release of her first EP, Megan Murray (2025).
Recorded in Nashville with top local musicians and mixed back home in Glasgow, the EP blends great music with Megan’s unique sound.
Join Megan and her band for an unforgettable night of music, energy, and good craic!
A.I.M presents
Sun 15 Mar | 7.30pm
Standard £28.50
A Fun-packed Musical Journey Through the Swinging 60s.
An all-star West End cast delivers a musical powerhouse of a show. From the Brit Pop explosion of 1962, to Flower Power and Free Love of the late Sixties – music lovers are invited to return to a time when skirts got shorter and hair got longer!
Forty classics from The Beatles, Herman’s Hermits, Gerry and the Pacemakers, The Rolling Stones, Cilla Black, Manfred Mann, Dusty Springfield, Lulu, Sandy Shaw and more, are brought to life – featuring beautiful, bespoke costumes and the sights and sounds of the Swinging Sixties. “If you remember the Sixties you really weren’t there”. Come and discover just what you missed!
MUSIC
Joe McCadden Management presents
Legends of Irish Music and Song: The Fureys Farewell Tour
Mon 23 Mar | 7:30pm Adult £28.50 Senior £27.50
The Fureys are renowned for their hit songs I Will Love You, When You Were Sweet 16, The Green Fields of France, The Old Man, Red Rose Café, From Clare to Here, Her Father Didn’t Like Me Anyway, Leaving Nancy, Steal Away and more.
Now these legends of Irish music and song take to our stage for the final time as part of their Farewell Tour.
EJB Promotions and Events presents
TALK
Fiery Angel Ltd presents
An Evening with Gregor Fisher
Fri 27 Mar | 7:30pm
Standard £27.50
Thu 26 Mar | 7:30pm
Adult £25.50
Senior £24.50
Under 16s £24.50
With a passion for their music and commitment to authenticity, Fleetwood Unchained deliver a faithful and unforgettable live experience that captures the essence of Fleetwood Mac’s legendary sound.
The band brings to life Fleetwood Mac’s timeless hits, from the early, blues-infused Peter Green classics to the pop-rock anthems that made them international superstars.
From Rhiannon and Go Your Own Way to Dreams and The Chain, Fleetwood Unchained plays them all with precision, heart and high energy. This is one tribute you don’t want to miss.
Join the Scottish stage and screen legend for a laughter filled evening in conversation, as he shares stories and anecdotes from his life and career, which has seen him bring iconic characters to life in such classic titles as the multi BAFTA Award winning Rab C Nesbitt (BBC2), Naked Video (BBC2), The Baldy Man (ITV), Love Actually, and most recently BBC1’s hit sitcom Only Child. Joined by his friend and colleague Nigel West, the show promises to be an evening with plenty of laughs, a few surprises, and a bit of honesty about the ‘daft and wonderful journey’ Gregor has had over the decades.
Suitable for ages 18+
COMEDY
Gilded Balloon presents
THEATRE
Flabbergast Theatre presents
Jack Docherty: The Chief - No Apologies
Thu 2 Apr | 7:30pm
Adult £26.50
Senior £24.50
Restricted view £22.50
Jack Docherty is Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson - your Chief, our Chief, The People’s Chief! As seen on BBC Scotland’s Scot Squad and The Chief, this national hero will be bringing his wit and wisdom (and let’s be honest, his still simmering good-looks) to a theatre near you.
"It's simply impossible not to love what he does on stage." (Scotsman)
H H H H (Guardian) H H H H (List)
H H H H (Evening Standard) H H H H (Skinny)
Suitable for ages 16+
Macbeth
Fri 3 Apr | 7:30pm
Adult £20.50
Senior £18.50
Under 16s £16.50
In this classic tale of greed and guilt, Flabbergast’s Macbeth fuses a rigorous and respectful approach to text and storytelling to bring a magical, lucid interpretation of Shakespeare’s blood-soaked tragedy to life. The Bard’s original text is accompanied by exhilarating live music, creating a powerful soundscape and an atmosphere that both complements and juxtaposes the action. This interpretation of Shakespeare’s tragedy draws out the parallels with modern society, and at its heart the dominant recurring theme and fundamental narrative of the masculine fear of feminine power. Macbeth is as pertinent today as it has ever been.
Suitable for ages 11+
MUSIC
EHP Theatre Productions presents
Fri 10 Apr | 7:30pm
Adult £23 / Senior £20.50
Under 16s £20.50
Meet & Greet £10 add-on
Restricted view £20.50
The Sound of Scotland with the MacDonald Brothers takes you on a musical journey celebrating Scotland’s greatest songs and artists. Join them as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of their breakout appearances on The X Factor. This show highlights their multiinstrumental talents, including accordion, fiddle, piano, guitars and Irish whistles, as well as their unique vocal harmonies, which have seen them referred to as ‘The Scottish Everly Brothers’.
They’ll perform hits from The Proclaimers to Deacon Blue and from Runrig to The Bay City Rollers, plus a whole lot more! An unforgettable evening of Scottish music variety.
MUSIC Strada Music presents Sat 18 Apr | 7:30pm
Lindisfarne
Standard £32.50
Restricted view £30.50
Lindisfarne’s pioneering sound, combining acoustic instruments like mandolin and fiddle with their electric blues roots, proved the perfect medium to deliver the catchy, memorable songs provided by the band’s resident writers Alan Hull and Rod Clements. Their first hit, the Clements- penned Meet Me On the Corner, paved the way for the classic Fog On the Tyne to become the UK’s topselling album of 1972.
The original band called it a day in 2003, but now they’re back with a classic five-piece line-up of long-time members fronted by original founder member Rod Clements and Alan Hull’s son-in-law Dave Hull-Denholm. A night not to be missed.
Prestige Productions Ltd presents
COMEDY
EHP Theatre Productions presents
Uptown Girl: The Billy Joel Collection
Thu 23 Apr | 7:30pm
Band A £29 / Band B £27
Band C £24
Restricted view £19.50
Drawing from six decades of smash hits, Uptown Girl: The Billy Joel Collection celebrates the legacy of one of the greatest American musicians of all time.
Featuring a full band dedicated to bringing both authenticity and electrifying energy, the show recreates iconic performances from the archives, including Billy’s appearance on The Old Grey Whistle Test in 1978, his iconic Wembley Concert in 1984 and the seminal Live in Long Island.This roof-raising concert included My Life, Just The Way You Are, The Longest Time, An Innocent Man, New York State of Mind, She’s Always A Woman, Tell Her About It, Piano Man, Uptown Girl and more.
Fri 24 Apr | 7:30pm
Adult £25.50
Senior £23 Restricted view £23
The best in Scottish comedy is coming back to Greenock! The Scottish Comedians is probably the best comedy show you’ll see, with five amazing Scottish comedians on the bill, and all worthy of their own show!
After a hugely successful tour in 2025, the 2026 show promises another outstanding line-up of headline comedians, hosted by the brilliant Jay Lafferty.
Keep an eye on our social media as each comedian is announced.
Suitable for ages 16+
MUSIC & TALK
Away With Media presents
TRIBUTE
Prestige Productions Ltd presents
Craig Revel Horwood
Wed 29 Apr | 7.30pm
Standard £34.50 VIP £49.50 Meet & Greet £80.50
A national treasure and the longest-serving judge on BBC One’s Strictly Come Dancing, Craig Revel Horwood is the master of the Glitter Ball. After starting as a dancer, he worked on the nation’s biggest musicals and became a choreographer, director and best-selling author. Craig’s also a remarkable singer, and to celebrate the release of his debut solo album and new book, Revelations he’ll reveal his own, hidden talent during a Fab-U-Lous night of big songs, tall tales and glamour.
Expect dancing, tales from Strictly, songs, plenty of laughs and, yes, an unexpected cookery demonstration!
Thu 30 Apr | 7:30pm
Standard £26.50
Immerse yourself in a wave of pure rock n roll nostalgia with Walk Right Back! Presented by the creators of That’ll Be The Day, this show recounts the tale of those two Kentucky boys who created unparalleled vocal magic – The Everly Brothers. Get ready for a thrilling journey from their roots to their glorious reunion at London’s Royal Albert Hall, boasting signature guitar riffs and those unforgettable harmonies, and featuring smash hits like Bye Bye Love, Wake Up Little Susie and All I Have To Do Is Dream. Each rendition is performed with infectious energy and captures the heartfelt essence of The Everly Brothers.
TRIBUTE
Viva Entertainment presents
MUSICAL THEATRE
Theatre School of Scotland presents
Fri 1 May | 7:30pm
Standard £30.45
Senior £28
Under 16s £28
The ultimate live concert experience honouring the legendary music of Celine Dion. Starring the phenomenal powerhouse vocals of Lisa Harter as ‘Celine’, this is a show not to be missed. Featuring a world-class live band, Celebrating Celine delivers an immersive journey through her greatest hits like My Heart Will Go On and Because You Loved Me to high-energy anthems like River Deep, Mountain High. So don’t think twice, book your tickets today and don’t miss out on the Power of Love.
Suitable for ages 12+ (under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult)
Thu 7 + Fri 8 May | 7:30pm
Standard £20
A hilarious and heartwarming musical that celebrates the weird and wonderful in every family! Meet Wednesday Addams – the ultimate princess of darkness – who’s fallen for a sweet, smart young man from a perfectly normal family … a man her parents have never met! When she asks her father, Gomez, to keep the secret from Morticia, hilarity ensues.
On one fateful night, secrets, families and love collide. Join us for a spooky, laugh-out-loud adventure full of music, mischief and family fun!
This is an amateur production from Theatre School of Scotland.
COMEDY & TALK
EHP THEATRE presents TRIBUTE
Handshake Group Ltd presents Fri 15 May | 7:30pm
Sat 9 May | 7:30pm
Standard £27
Restricted view £24
Join Still Game’s Jane McCarry, Britain’s Got Talent’s Edward Reid and radio presenter Ali Wright, plus a special guest panellist, for this uplifting powerhouse of a show and ultimate night oot! A great catch-up with pals, no subject off limits, chilled vibes with wine and song – what could possibly go wrong?
Buckle up and strap yourself in for this rollercoaster ride of a show that goes nicely with a gin!
Strictly 18+
Standard £27.50
Restricted view £24.50
Vicky Jackson, recognised as the definitive Pink tribute, has been wowing audiences worldwide with her energetic and authentic portrayal of the American GRAMMY Award-winning singer.
Her incredible live show with phenomenal vocals, bespoke costumes and rocking musicians delivers the authentic Pink experience.
Don’t miss your chance to experience all the major hits, including So What, Just Like a Pill, Raise Your Glass, Try, Trustfall, Just Give Me a Reason and many more.
VARIETY
Entertainers presents
A.I.M Shows presents
Sat 16 May | 7:30pm
Adult £32.50
Senior £30.50
Restricted view £30.50
Roll up, roll up... the UK’s longest-running burlesque show is back with a thrilling new twist! This ultimate variety show blends stylish cabaret, comedy, music and burlesque into a spectacular extravaganza of glitz and glamour. Featuring dazzling showgirls, speciality cabaret artists and stars of the stage and screen, this is a night of sophistication and stunning performances. Expect fun, feathers, and fabulous costumes with plenty of glitter, glamour and unforgettable moments. It’s cocktails and cabaret o’clock — a night to remember awaits!
Strictly 16+
Thu 21 May | 7:30pm
Adult £27.50 / Senior £25.50
Restricted view £25.50
Back by popular demand! The Johnny Cash Roadshow invites you to step into the raw and gritty world of Johnny Cash’s prison era with an electrifying show that has captivated audiences for two decades. Set on a Folsom Prison-style stage, Cash’s most iconic performances come to life as the show immerses you in the raw, unfiltered energy of his legendary concerts behind bars. Don’t miss your chance to be part of this unparalleled celebration of Johnny Cash – the show that keeps his spirit alive, stronger than ever.
"Clive captures my grandfather JUST as he was" Caitlin Crowell, granddaughter of Johnny Cash
THEATRE
Insideout Theatre Productions Ltd present
MUSIC Stageprime Ltd present
Fri 22 May | 7:30pm
Adult £24.50
Senior £23.50
Starring Donna Hazelton, Natalie Tulloch, Pamela Byrne & Sarah Galbraith
Written and Directed by Paul Harper-Swan
The girls are back - and they’re bringing the laughs, the tunes, and the dancing shoes!
From the producers of the smash-hit Girls’ Night Oot!, this brand-new musical comedy follows our favourite ladies as they sing, laugh, and dance their way through heartbreak and back to happiness. Because to survive a breakup, all a lassie really needs is her pals! Featuring unforgettable hits from the 60s through to the noughties, Girls’ Night Oot! 2 is the ultimate feel-good night out.
Suitable for ages 18+
Sun 24 May | 7:30pm
Adult £26.50
Senior £24.50
Under 16s £24.50
Get ready for an electrifying night of music with Too Much Too Young: The Music of 2Tone & Beyond, a high-octane spectacle that takes you on an unforgettable ride through the ska sound that shaped generations.
A must-see for any ska fan, prepare to go One Step Beyond with a powerhouse nine-piece live band consisting of some of the finest ska musicians in the UK. Be prepared to be transported back in time with hits from the likes of Madness, The Specials, The Beat, Bad Manners, The Selecter, The Bodysnatchers and more.
Suitable for ages 14+ (under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult)
Ticket £10.50 - £12.50 + fees (under 16s to be accompanied by a paying adult)
THEATRE
A National Theatre of Scotland and Tron Theatre Company co-production
Stand & Deliver: The Lee Jeans Sit-In
Written by Frances Poet | Directed by Jemima Levick
From an idea conceived by Paul English and Frances Poet
Tue 9 Jun | 7:30pm Wed 10 Jun | 2:30pm & 7:30pm
This performance is captioned (10 Jun, 7:30pm)
Adult £20.50 / Senior £17.50
Under 16s £17.50
‘In a factory like this, you’re part of a team. You’re a family.’ Greenock 1981. Faced with the threat of their factory closing, and with 240 jobs on the line, there’s no way the women of the Lee Jeans factory are going down without a fight.
They barricade the doors, take a stand against corporate greed and stage a sit-in that lasts for seven long months. Developed in conversation with some of the key women involved in the strike, this new play is full of authentic details that bring this significant moment in Scottish history to life. Played out to a live 80s soundtrack, this is the true story of the gallus Greenock girls who fought a battle against injustice that thrust them onto the world stage.
Suitable for ages 14+
BEACON MAIN HOUSE
MUSIC & TALK
Away With Media presents
Thu 11 Jun | 7:30pm
Standard £29.50
Meet & Greet £80.50
A singer and actor, a TV host and author, a multiple BRIT Award nominee and a film star –Toyah has worn many hats during a remarkable career spanning more than 50 years.
The High Priestess of Punk burst onto the scene in the 1970s as she forged dual careers as a musician and actress. Her role in Quadrophenia made her a household name, and soon after she gatecrashed the charts with It’s a Mystery, I want to be Free and Thunder in the Mountains
With a new book in the offing, Toyah sings her favourite hits and tells stories from her remarkable career.
THEATRE
Supernova Stageworks presents
MUSIC
Beacon Jazz Club presents
The Badly Behaved Poets Society
Thu 29 Jan | 7:30pm
Adult £15.50
Senior Citizen £12.50
Under 16s £12.50
Robert Burns is living the dream. Freed from earthly constraints, he now spends eternity in a ‘dead poets society’, jousting with a host of poetry A-listers. But when his Italian counterpart, boozy bachelor poet Giovanni Pascoli, arrives, Rabbie’s (after)life choices are thrown into question. With wit, music and fierce debate, these two literary icons clash over art, freedom, legacy – and even their destiny. This bold new play by Lorenzo Novani and Hilda De Felice is a hilarious and thought-provoking celebration of creativity which illuminates the very human sides of two legendary poets.
Suitable for ages 12+
The
Jack Pearce Quintet
Sat 31 Jan | 8pm
Adult £12.50 / Senior £10.50
Under 16s £10.50
Described as ‘a band about to make its mark on UK jazz’, the Jack Pearce Quintet brings Jack’s original compositions to life, honouring jazz traditions while injecting a fresh, inventive energy. Drawing on influences from post-bop and ’90s world fusion, their music is open, dynamic and highly interactive. Strong, driving rhythms support vibrant, playful melodies, blending traditional and modern jazz in a sound all their own. Following the success of their first UK tour, the Jack Pearce Quintet is rapidly establishing itself as one of the most exciting bands on the UK jazz scene.
TALK
Makiom Ltd presents
COMEDY
Chrissy Ross presents
Simon Yates of Touching the Void: Pleasure and Pain Mark Black: Horrible Family
Sun 1 Feb | 7:30pm
Standard £20
Touching the Void mountaineer Simon Yates is a veteran of over 80 expeditions to high and remote mountains around the globe. Now in his sixties, he is showing no signs of slowing down! This is his story of the last decade, of new adventures and climbs in the far north and south, along with summits in South America, Central Asia and the Himalayas, including his attempt of the unclimbed north face of Patkhor in Tajikistan that led to a series of events that would see Simon taking a bone-breaking 100m fall during the descent.
Parental guidance required.
Sat 7 Feb | 7:30pm
Adult £19 / Senior £10.50
Mark Black brings you his brand-new stand-up comedy and musical show, Horrible Family.
Having amassed millions of views online, as well as sold-out shows at the SEC Armadillo and Pavilion Theatre in Glasgow, Mark is back with his dark wit and an array of new songs for 2026.
Suitable for ages 18+
MUSICAL THEATRE
Clyde Youth Theatre presents
TRIBUTE
Robert T Leonard presents
Sat 14 Feb | 2 + 7pm
Sun 15 Feb | 12 + 5pm
Adult £16.50 / Child £13
Step into a world of laughter, love, and larger-than-life fairytale fun with Shrek the Musical Jr.! Join Shrek, Donkey, and Fiona on an unforgettable adventure filled with heart, humour, and a swamp full of surprises.
Based on the hit DreamWorks film, this feel-good musical celebrates friendship, acceptance, and staying true to yourself. With catchy songs, hilarious characters, and a heartwarming message, Shrek Jr. is the perfect show for audiences of all ages.
Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the swamp, this enchanting production is sure to leave you smiling, singing, and believing that beauty truly is on the inside.
Don’t miss your chance to see the magic—grab your tickets today!
This is an amateur production from Clyde Youth Theatre.
Sat 28 Feb | 7:30pm
Standard £20.50
Experience the ultimate Tom Jones tribute as the sensational Robert T Leonard returns by popular demand.
Close your eyes – you’ll hear Tom. Open them – you’ll see him! Robert T Leonard captures the look, the moves, the voice and the magic of Sir Tom himself.
Backed by the sensational Tom as Usual Showband, this show bursts with energy and all the classic hits you love!
THEATRE
Ayr Gaiety in association with Beacon Arts Centre presents
THEATRE
Wed 4 + Thu 5 Mar (Schools)
Fri 6 Mar | 7:30pm
Sat 7 Mar | 2:30pm
Adult £19 / Senior £15
Under 16s £15
Sailmaker is a poignant and deeply human play about family, grief, and identity in working-class Glasgow. It follows father and son, Davie and Alec, as they navigate loss and the widening gap between them - Alec through education and ambition, Davie through despair and disillusionment. At the heart of their story lies a broken model yacht, a symbol of promises unfulfilled and love enduring despite hardship.
First performed in 1982 and now a National 5 English set text, Sailmaker continues to move audiences as a powerful and resonant piece for audiences of all ages.
Suitable for ages 12+
A Giant on the Bridge
KT Producing presents Tue 10 Mar | 7:30pm
Adult £17.50
Senior £15.50
Under 16s £15.50
Devised by Liam Hurley and Jo Mango, featuring Louis Abbott (Admiral Fallow), Raveloe, Solareye and Jill O’Sullivan. With research by Phil Crockett Thomas and developed with the Distant VoicesCommunity - people from across the criminal justice system.
“Every year in Scotland, thousands of people return home from prison to an uncertain future.” An award-winning must-see, A Giant on the Bridge is a powerful fusion of songwriting, Scottish hip-hop and immersive storytelling. This unflinching and spellbinding gig theatre explores identity, family, community and injustice, revealing the intimate human experiences within the prison-homecoming journey.
“A work of art, and utterly charming” HHHHH – Lost In Theatreland
Suitable for ages 14+
Image © Tommy Ga-Ken Wan
Thu 19 Mar | 7:30pm
Adult £15.50
Senior £12.50
Under 16s £12.50
Winner: Best Production & Outstanding Performance, CATS Awards 2022
Everyone knows how Jason won the Golden Fleece, everyone knows how he became a hero, and everyone knows the part his wife played in creating his legend – don’t they?
Erased from the narrative, abandoned by her husband for a new wife, left isolated and alone in a city where she does not and cannot belong, Medea begins to plot revenge – a terrible, bloody revenge that will send a howl of rage echoing through the ages.
"Kathy McKean's powerful new version of Euripides’ Medea burns with rage and rips at the heart" HHHH The Scotsman
Funded by Creative Scotland Touring Fund
THEATRE
Mark Farrelly presents
Jarman: The Story of Derek Jarman
Fri 1 May | 7:30pm
Adult £15.50
Senior £13.50
Under 16s £13.50
Nominated for best solo performance at the Off-West End Awards, this vibrant play written and performed by Mark Farrelly and directed by Sarah-Louise Young brings Derek Jarman back to life as a passionate, daring reminder of the courage it takes to truly live while you’re alive.
Jarman’s works include taboo-breaking films like Sebastiane, Jubilee and Caravaggio, pop videos for the Pet Shop Boys, his extraordinary borderless garden in Dungeness, his shocking last paintings, and his unforgettable final film Blue, chronicling what it’s like to lose your sight… but never your artistic vision.
Suitable for ages 14+
BEACON STUDIO
MUSIC
Scottish National Youth Jazz Orchestra presents
Sat 16 May | 2pm
Adult £16.50 / Senior £14.50
SNJO youth card holders £6.50
Under 16s go FREE
Formed to give Scotland’s best young jazz talents a grounding in the work of jazz masters from Ellington to Corea, Basie to Shorter, and Miles to Metheny, the SNYJO has advanced the musicianship of over 130 young players.
Past members include winners of the Scottish Album of the Year Award, the BBC Young Jazz Musician title and the Young Scottish Jazz Musician of the Year competition, and have registered successes in the Scottish Jazz Awards and the Jazz FM Awards and nominations in the Mercury Prize.
The class of 25/26 continues to impress, giving performances that guarantee excitement, creativity and grooves to make you move.
Suitable for ages 5+ (under 16s must be accompanied by a paying adult)
Laughing Dog Music presents
Phil Kay Fringe Legend
Fri 22 May | 8pm
Adult £15.50
Senior £10.50
Come and see Phil Kay, Scotland’s legendary storyteller and master of freeform mirth, in his latest show, a beautiful mess of daft anecdotes, site-specific silliness and cracking conceptual one-liners. Expect improvised songs and spontaneous hilarity throughout! Hear the best stories from Phil’s adventures around the world at Comedy Fringe festivals, from outrageous escapades to unforgettable on-stage mishaps.
"Honestly, when Phil’s on form, no one can touch him"
The Scotsman
Suitable for ages 14+
Things Found in Books Boo Hewerdine & Yvonne Lyon
Sun 24 May | 7:30pm
Adult £15.50 / Senior £13.50
Student £13.50
Yvonne Lyon and Boo Hewerdine’s new album, Things Found in Books, is an album of songs written in response to a noticeboard in Culzean Castle’s second-hand bookshop littered with things that have dropped out of books.
Letters, notes, photographs, old receipts, postcards, fragments of people’s lives which have been lovingly collected and kept on the wall among the bookshelves.
Boo and Yvonne have formed an inimitable songwriting partnership, weaving these ephemeral stories with their own to create an album full of nostalgia and beauty, hope and longing.
Clyde Coast Strathspey and Reel Society Fiddlers' Rally
Sun 10 May | 7pm
Adult £12.50
Senior £10.50
Under 16s £10.50
Clyde Coast Fiddlers return to the Beacon, joined by friends from fiddle societies across Scotland.
The concert includes familiar traditional Scottish waltzes, strathspeys and reels, original compositions, and songs inviting audience participation. This popular rally will be conducted by Musical Director Allan MacDougall.
Image © Christopher Bowen
Book tickets for 2 or more concerts and save up to 20%
Enjoy Sunday afternoon concerts with students from Scotland’s national conservatoire in our Gallery Suite.*
Sun 25 Jan, Sun 8 + 22 Mar, Sun 19 Apr Sun 24 May | 2:30pm
*Please note: seating is
JANUARY to JUNE
BEACON KIDS | STUDIO
Paris Bubbles Entertainment present
Sun 18 Jan 11am + 1pm
Standard £10.50
Babes in arms tickets available (under 24 months only)
Join Ray Bubbles, International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record holder, on his mission to master the art of bubble-making and create the ultimate square bubble! Get ready for a fun-filled show bursting with excitement, as Ray uses different gases to create amazing bubble sculptures, dazzling effects and magical displays. See a volcano bubble, a bubble carousel, a bubble ghost – even a tornado inside a bubble! This performance is suitable for children and adults with additional support needs.
BEACON KIDS | MAIN THEATRE
West End Magic in association with Svengali Entertainment presents
West End Magic
Sat 11 Apr | 2pm
Adult
£20.50 / Child £15.50
London’s longest-running magic show brings wonder, delights and surprises direct from the West End.
Join some of the UK’s finest magical performers and witness incredible magic, elegant illusions and mystical mischief, plus take a peek behind the scenes of a hidden magic emporium. You could even be chosen to become a magician’s assistant!
Be taken on a hidden journey featuring marvel, mystery and merriment featuring British Champion of Magic Oliver Tabor, together with a cast of magical characters and mischief makers.
The perfect treat for all the family.
Suitable for ages 3+
BEACON KIDS | STUDIO
Out of the Box
Mon 13 Apr | 2pm
Adult £12.50
Senior £10.50
Child £10.50
A family-friendly circus comedy full of surprises, laughter and playful imagination! Join Darryl and his mysterious box as he delights audiences with clever trick shots, mini acts and plenty of fun audience participation — always making sure you feel like the star of the show.
Through expressive, non-verbal clowning, ordinary objects become extraordinary – and you won’t believe the reaction he gets from a toothbrush in the finale! A joyful celebration of play for all ages, bringing generations together through seriously skilful silliness.
Suitable for ages 4+
BEACON KIDS | MAIN THEATRE
Sam Bradshaw Productions presents
Wed 15 Apr | 2pm + 4pm
Adult
Child
£15.50
£13.50
Based on David Walliams’ No.1 best-selling book, There’s A Snake In My School is a ssssspectacularly funny new musical.
Today is no ordinary school day – it’s Bringyour-pet-to-school Day! – and Miranda, who loves to be different, introduces her classmates to her very special pet… Penelope the python! And she’s enormous!
Miss Bloat, the horrid headmistress, doesn’t like pets much. Or children. She thinks snakes shouldn’t be allowed in school. But Penelope has other ideasssss …
“I am thrilled that my funniest picture book is coming to the stage at last. I can’t wait to see the characters come to life. It is sure to be a fantastic show for families”
David Walliams
For children ages 3+
BEACON KIDS |
The McDougalls present
The McDougalls: Farmyard Fun
Sat 2 May | 1pm
Standard £12.50
A singalong moo-sical adventure for all the family!
E-I-E-I-O! It’s time to join everyone’s favourite children’s theatre company on a brand-new farm-tastic musical adventure! Auntie Aggie, Max and Morag the Rabbit are trotting down to the farm for the Big Barn Dance. But before the dancing begins, the animals need your help.
Don’t be sheepish! Come dressed as your favourite farmyard animal for a quacking good time! This is the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones.
BEACON KIDS | STUDIO Nonsense Room Productions
For children up to 9 years to enjoy with their families. You
Sun 10 May | 11:30am + 2pm Standard £9.50
A different story in every show!
Based on the brilliant book by Pippa Goodhart and Nick Sharratt, and back by popular demand, Nonsense Room Productions (Shark in the Park and Hairy Maclary Shows) bring you their musical show for all the family. But in this show – YOU CHOOSE what happens!
Using the picture book as inspiration and through a series of games and challenges, each show will come up with a unique story, with different characters every time!
Suitable for ages 4+
Shining a light on art at the Beacon
Exhibitions
At Beacon Arts Centre we host a constantly changing programme of inspiring and thought-provoking exhibitions in our light and airy upstairs gallery space. Guest Curator Fraser Taylor presents a yearround programme by local, national and international artists – some exclusive to the Beacon.
Fraser studied at Glasgow School of Art and the Royal College of Art. His internationally exhibited work includes large-scale sculptural installations, set design, print media, filmmaking and painting. From 2001 to 2017 he was a Visiting Artist and Adjunct Professor at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, and in 2017 was awarded an Honorary Professorship from Glasgow School of Art.
All of our exhibitions are FREE to enjoy in our foyer gallery spaces year-round.
Image © Joanie Jack
Daisy Richardson Rutilation (DOMESTIC)
Joan McKeeman Spring Blossom’s
Tracey Exton Frogston Fields | Oil on canvas
Vivienne Clore presents
Darren McGarvey: Trauma Industrial Complex Live
Sun 12 Apr | 7:30pm
Standard £24.50
Restricted view £23.50
Orwell Prize-winning author and BAFTAwinning documentary maker Darren McGarvey presents an entertaining multi-media exploration of trauma, class, and the modern culture of oversharing. Blending comedy, spoken word, and social commentary, McGarvey offers a bold, compassionate and unflinching look at how personal pain becomes public performance — and what it really costs.
Praised as “brilliant and thought-provoking” (Nicola Sturgeon) and “truly courageous, sincere, and difficult” (The Herald), the show will resonate with audiences interested in storytelling, wellbeing, and social change.
Suitable for ages 14+
You'll receive newsletters and a digital version of our season brochure, along with show updates, pre-show emails, and post-show surveys, keeping you in the loop from first look to final curtain.
Image © Christopher Bowen
Take Part at the Beacon
Beacon Youth Theatre & Young Company
Timetable Saturdays during term-time
Glowbugs
Ages 5 - 8 | 10:45am - 11:30am
The perfect introduction to drama through games, storytelling and fun!
Sparks
Ages 9 - 12 | 11:45am - 12:45pm
Co-create thrilling stories while fostering confidence, imagination and performance skills.
Flames
Ages 13 - 16 | 1:15pm - 2:30pm
Learn transferable skills by working as an ensemble. Create new and exciting stories devised from your own ideas and based on issues important to you.
Beacon Young Company
Ages 16 - 21 | 3pm - 5pm
Our classes provide a nurturing and inspiring environment to hone performance skills, ignite a passion for theatre, and forge unforgettable memories.
Most of all, it is fun and you can even enjoy opportunities to work with visiting artists and receive exclusive offers for shows.
Images © Christopher Bowen
Take Part Creative Engagement classes and workshops
Mindful Movement Mondays | 10am - 11am | £5 per class
Inspired by pilates, yoga and dance, this class focuses on moving the body with intention, breath work and gentle stretching. All ages and abilities are welcome.
Platinum Dance Mondays | 11am - 12 noon | £5 per class
For ages 55 and above - unleash the joy of dance in a supportive and friendly atmosphere.
Dance for Parkinson’s Tuesdays | 1pm - 3pm | £5 per class
Designed especially for people living with Parkinson’s and their families and carers, the awardwinning classes are a treat for the senses. Stay on for a cup of tea and a blether at our social café.
Creative Recovery Tuesdays | 2:30pm - 4:30pm | FREE
A weekly group for anyone in recovery who wants to explore drama, visual art, writing, music and more.
Creatability
Tuesdays | Ages 5 - 11, 5pm - 6pm | Ages 11 - 21, 6:30pm - 7:15pm | FREE
A fun and inclusive drop-in programme designed for neurodiverse and disabled young people.
Inverclyde Women Create Wednesdays | 10am - 12 noon | FREE
A weekly art class delivered in partnership with Your Voice. Learn new skills, explore shared life experiences and, most importantly, forge new friendships.
Please bring water and wear comfortable clothing. You can book your class in advance or simply drop in on the day. For more information or to check availability for any of our classes or activities, contact jennifer@beaconartscentre.co.uk or kevin@beaconartscentre.co.uk, or call our Box Office on 01475 723723.
We’re delighted to have National Theatre returning to the Beacon with NT Connections 2026!
Tue 10 Mar - Fri 13 Mar
Knightswood Secondary School Fishville by Afsaneh Gray
Inverclyde Youth Theatre (Kayos) Ride or Die by Florence Espeut-Nickless
Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Sycamore Gap by Al Smith
Guild of Players Youth Theatre Royal Dumfries Britney's Lock by Alexandra Wood
Greenock Players Youth Macbeth, Macbeth, Macbeth, Macbeth, Macbeth by Kirsty Housley
8 Dec 2026 - 3 Jan 2027 ON SALE JANUARY 2026 #BeaconPanto26
The Provy Wummin
18 Jul 2026
Bye Bye Baby
5 Sep 2026
The Makings of a Murderer
- The Undercover Detective
31 Oct 2026 2026
20 Sep 2026
Women in Rock
2 Oct 2026
K-Pop Dance Heroes
24 Oct 2026
Russell Watson
How to get here
Beacon Arts Centre is situated on Custom House Quay, opposite the Custom House, and is within easy reach of Greenock town centre and close to all public transport links.
BY ROAD
Beacon Arts Centre is off the A8 behind Greenock Police Station. Turn into Brymner Street at the Police Station and then right into Custom House Place. We have free customer parking to the rear of the building and to the left of the building in front of the Custom House.
BY TRAIN
Greenock Central railway station is 500 metres away up a slight gradient, with a frequent service on the Glasgow Central/ Gourock line. Journey times from Glasgow are approximately 30 or 40 minutes and services run until 11pm (an hour earlier on Sundays). Check scotrail.co.uk for up-to-date timetables.
Information
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Full conditions of ticket sales are available at the Box Office and on the website. Please note that Beacon Arts Centre operates a strict no-refunds policy.
BOOKING TICKETS
beaconartscentre.co.uk
Telephone: 01475 723723
In Person: Beacon Arts Centre, Custom House Quay, Greenock PA15 1HJ
CONCESSIONS
Concession rates are available on many performances and apply to the following groups: Children (under 16, or over 16 in full-time education) • Young Scot cardholders and students • Senior citizens • Disabled patrons. Carer and assisted companion tickets are also available • Members of Equity, BECTU, Scottish Society of Playwrights and Musicians’ Union upon request. Proof of entitlement must be shown when collecting tickets.
Access
To book access seats please call 01475 723723/option 1. Online booking beaconartscentre.co.uk. Our modern venue has easy access to all levels via our lift.
MAIN AUDITORIUM
There are 9 wheelchair positions with companion seats in our main house: 5 in the stalls and 4 in the circle.
STUDIO THEATRE
There are 3 wheelchair positions with companion seats in our Studio.
TRANSFER SEATS
We understand that some of our customers may wish to transfer into a seat. Please advise our Box Office if you will be transferring into a seat for the performance and our FOH staff will be happy to store your chair for you until required.
GALLERY SPACES AND CAFÉ
All other visitor spaces are fully accessible to all. Guide, hearing and other working dogs are welcome in all parts of the theatre. Please advise when booking if your dog will remain with you during the performance. There are separate, accessible toilet facilities located at each of the principal seating levels. Our venue has an induction loop with staff fully trained to help. Disabled parking spaces are situated to the front of our main door.
ACCESSIBLE PERFORMANCES
BSL/Audio Described and Captioned performances are detailed on our website.
ADDITIONAL ASSISTANCE
Our visual story and symbol resources are available to download on our website here: beaconartscentre.co.uk/accessibility/
If your visit would be helped by an orientation appointment beforehand, we will be pleased to welcome you. To arrange please email karent@beaconartscentre.co.uk
We have a 360 tour of our venue available here: beaconartscentre.co.uk/accessibility/
Please let a member of staff know if you may require use of a chill-out area during your visit and we will do our best to accommodate this.
ACCESS REGISTER
Our scheme makes it easier to book the right seats for you and helps our staff deliver excellent and consistent service. It does this by only asking you once about your requirements to ensure a great visit. You can join easily by either filling out a form at Box Office or Online. Personal Assistant (essential carer) tickets are only available to those registered to the scheme; however, it is not a requirement to join the scheme in order to book tickets.
By joining the scheme and booking concession tickets you agree that the ticket(s) will only be used by a disabled person (as defined by the Equality Act 2010) and their essential carer. Customers who intentionally give false information will be removed from the register.
GROUPS
For certain performances, we offer one free ticket with every 10 purchased.
BOOKING & EXCHANGE FEES
We charge a £2.50 booking transaction fee online, in person and over the phone which goes towards our processing costs. A £2.50 fee applies when exchanging tickets to an alternative date of the same production.
All booking fees are subject to change as we develop our services. We charge £1.50 for postal delivery. We charge a 50p building restoration levy which goes towards maintaining our building.
FAMILY FRIENDLY
We are breastfeeding friendly. There are baby-changing facilities.
DISABILITY FRIENDLY
Beacon Arts Centre is fully accessible with wheelchair spaces, lifts and an induction loop. Our staff are fully trained to help.
ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY
We aim to be as green as possible and are proud to use compostable utensils and packaging in our Cafe.
We recycle and are working to reduce our energy use.
WI-FI
We have FREE Wi-FI throughout the building.
