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2017

SEP ~ DEC

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MUSIC DANCE DRAMA COMEDY FAMILY +MORE!

Music fans can relive the songs from yesteryear with highlights including Starman: The David Bowie Story, Hotel California, Macca: The Concert and the one and only Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers!

We are thrilled to have on the bill some of the top names in music including Barbara Dickson, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, Dougie Maclean and the MOBO award winning YolanDa Brown.

Families are in for a real treat with whole host of brilliant shows that are already selling fast! The Gruffalo and Stick Man bring Julia Donaldson’s books to life and the cheeky scamp Hairy Maclary also pays us a visit, I know that my family love these adaptations from page to stage and you will be singing the songs for weeks after!

Sometimes you just need a good laugh and a fun night out and for that we are the place to come! Comedy comes in the form of Dirty Dusting – a side-splitting comedy romp about three cleaners setting up a sex chat line starring Benidorm’s Crissy Rock, The Francie and Josie show – a retelling of the Scottish comedy icons funniest routines and sketches and the

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I am delighted with the fantastic range of shows and activities on offer this season at your venue, FTH Theatre.

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WELCOME TO

kilted comedy treasure Mr Craig Hill!

We have something a little different for you with the incredible Forbidden Night’s Sexy Circus show direct from London and 80s Mania where over 25 pop icons will be recreated with live band and dancers.

One show I must give mention to is Wisdom of a Fool. In this 5 star one-man play Jack Lane takes you behind Norman Wisdom’s well-known character playing over 30 roles to standing ovations across the country.

A beautifully told tale of the nation’s legendary and loveable clown.

This programme is packed, and already the diary for 2018 is looking very exciting with big names in comedy and music. I often get feedback from visiting companies saying how great the Falkirk audiences are, so thank you to everyone who comes along and supports all the performances.

Anyway, enough from me! Grab a cuppa, get the diary out and get booking for Falkirk Theatre Highlights.

Hazel Beattie

Arts Development Officer Performing Arts and Venue Programmer hazel.beattie@falkirkcommunitytrust.org

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FRI 1 SEP

STARMAN: THE DAVID BOWIE STORY From Rebel Rebel to China Girl, Let’s Dance to Young Americans, the list goes on and on, songs from all eras of David Bowie’s celebrated career are performed to perfection at FTH Theatre.

The finest musicians and singers combined with an amazing performance from theatre stage star Michael King.

Includes big screen audio visual footage plus various costume changes creating an awesome show. Starman is not only the ultimate tribute to a legend, but also a highly entertaining, emotional and thought provoking musical celebration that you will want to see again and again.

7.30pm l £22

INSIDEOUT THEATRE PRODUCTIONS LTD PRESENT

DIVAS UNLEASHED

SAT 2 SEP

From the producers that brought you the hit musical Girl’s Night Oot! at FTH Theatre in May. Join the first class professional cast as they take you through songs from some of the best worldwide Divas. From Aretha and Whitney to Tina and Britney, this show will have you dancing in the aisles.

Starring Sarah Galbraith (Phantom of the Opera, Broadway), Lauren EllisSteele (Wicked), Jennifer Neil (Legally Blonde) and Natalie Arle-Toyne (Hairspray). Grab the girls and release your inner Diva at FTH Theatre!

7.30pm l £15 / £13 Groups

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WED 6 - THU 7 SEP

THE GRUFFALO A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood...

After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical stage adaptation of the classic picture book

by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

Songs, laughs and scary fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, in the much-loved show that’s toured Britain and the world!

Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the party mad Snake.

Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures?

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Wed 1.30pm & 4.30pm Thu 10.30am & 1.30pm Running time 55 mins (no interval) l £11.50 / £9 Schools & Groups

HOTEL CALIFORNIA

SAT 9 SEP

This six piece ensemble of musicians will perform their spectacular, critically acclaimed show that gives you a concert experience of 100 minutes of pure Eagles nostalgia. You’ll return to a dark desert highway, cool wind in your hair, or stand on that street corner in Winslow, Arizona when you join Hotel California as they faithfully re-create The Eagles and their Californian Sunshine Rock sound at FTH Theatre this September.

Expect a set that includes tracks from the outstanding Long Road Out Of Eden album for a fantastic night to remember.

8pm l £19 / £17

SUN 10 SEP

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DONNA TAGGART Following Donna Taggart’s whirlwind Global success with Jealous of the Angels which has topped the charts across the world, it’s no surprise that her debut Concert Tour in Ireland has been receiving outstanding reviews.

Donna’s distinctive emotional singing style has drawn comparisons with the likes of Eva Cassidy and Alison Krauss and after her appearance on The Late Late Show, the Irish people have taken Donna to their hearts.

Donna is delighted to announce this date in FTH Theatre as part of her SOLD OUT nationwide tour.

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THU 14 SEP

ISOSCELES IN ASSOCIATION WITH USEFUL IDIOTS PRESENTS

MURDER ~ JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED In Edinburgh between 1827 and 1828 science and murder cling together in a dance of death. Sixteen people are slaughtered by Burke and Hare and the devil and all his works prowls the streets of ’Auld Reekie’.

Dr Robert Knox, scientist, doctor and anatomist supreme, waits in Surgeons Square to buy bodies for the sake of advancing medical knowledge. His door is chapped, a body is delivered, money is paid and no questions are asked. A trail of terror leads from

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West Port to the dissection table of Robert Knox. Murder will out and a price must be paid, even by the anatomist supreme. Doctor Knox will have to pay that price.

“A thought-provoking performance... the play was brilliantly acted...”

DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY LIFE

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MACCA: THE CONCERT CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF PAUL McCARTNEY A brand new experience for 2017...

Starring West End leading man Emanuele Angeletti (Let It Be) as Paul McCartney, this is a celebration of the music of a legend…

In the first concert of it’s kind to tour the UK and Europe, Macca: The Concert, featuring acclaimed West End performers and using state of the art visual media projection throughout, celebrates McCartney’s entire solo career from 1970-2016 including all his best loved hits, the acclaimed ’Wings

over the World’ 1975-6 Concert Tour and a selection of Beatles favourites.

Experience the drama of Live and Let Die, the pathos of No More Lonely Nights and the nostalgia of Band on the Run alongside many, many more...

“Emanuele Angeletti is an uncanny carbon-copy of Paul” THE TELEGRAPH

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SUN 17 SEP

LES McKEOWN’S

BAY CITY ROLLERS Bay City Rollers icon Les McKeown is at it again, this time at FTH Theatre!

What’s that you say?? Les is back on tour, bringing his fantastic show to venues across the UK!! The tour promises to be a unique voyage back to the 1970s, when Les and his legendary band ruled the world’s pop charts and The Bay City Rollers’ music became the soundtrack for a generation of teenagers.

Les brings back the all the thrill and excitement of Rollermania, performing

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all the original hits including Bye Bye Baby, Shang-a-Lang, Remember, Summerlove Sensation and Give A Little Love plus many, many more as well as introducing new songs from the upcoming new Bay City Rollers album.

The current Legendary Bay City Rollers bring a new energy to all the classic hits.

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WED 20 SEP Press Quotes for Rapture’s Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf

“Explosive” HHHH THE GLASGOW HERALD

“Rich feast of world class drama” HHHH THE SCOTSMAN

RAPTURE: SCOTLAND’S LEADING TOURING THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

A STREETCAR NAMED DESIRE Join us for a dazzling trip to the whirlwind world of New Orleans with this sultry and sophisticated new production of a timeless American masterpiece. Fading southern belle, Blanche DuBois, seeks solace with her sister, Stella, after her world starts to crumble. But her downward spiral brings her face-to-face with Stella’s husband, the brutal, unforgiving Stanley Kowalski. As temperatures soar and passions rise, Blanche and Stanley battle for Stella’s soul.

by Tennessee Williams

Immortalised in the Oscar-winning film starring Marlon Brando and Vivien Leigh, this is a rare opportunity to see this iconic play, thrillingly brought to life by Rapture.

Streetcar follows in the wake of Rapture's popular and critically acclaimed productions of Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? and Democracy.

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TUE 26 & WED 27 SEP

SCAMP THEATRE AND FRECKLE PRODUCTIONS PRESENT

STICK MAN Touching, funny and utterly original, Scamp Theatre’s delightful adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s Stick Man is coming to FTH Theatre!

What starts off as a morning jog becomes quite the misadventure for Stick Man: a dog wants to play fetch with him, a swan builds a nest with him, and he even ends up on a fire!

How will Stick Man ever get back to the family tree?

This award-winning production features a trio of top actors and is

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packed full of puppetry, songs, live music and funky moves.

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“Wonderfully exuberant and imaginative” TIME OUT - CRITICS’ CHOICE

Tue 1.30pm & 4.30pm Wed 10am & 1.30pm l £12 / £10 Child / £41 Family / £9 Schools & nurseries l All ages welcome

THU 28 SEP

MICHAEL ENGLISH FTH Theatre is pleased to announce Michael English & His Band will be rolling into town and performing live this September.

Michael English has risen to be one of Ireland’s top Country music stars, an accomplished musician & songwriter, the good looking Kildare man is now a big name on the circuit.

Fresh from winning “Male Vocalist of the Year” at The Sunday World Country Music Awards, his energetic performance will certainly leave the crowds wanting more. Michael will be performing tracks from his brand

new album Take Me Home as well as playing all the old fan favourites.

Michael currently divides his time between Ireland, the UK, where he is performing sell-out concerts / dances and this Summer he also brings his show to Spain, Portugal & Canada. His highly anticipated first DVD will also be released at the end of this year.

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FRI 29 SEP

DIRTY DUSTING Treat yourself to an evening of pure theatrical Viagra when Dirty Dusting returns to the stage in 2017. A chance wrong number, gives three cleaning ladies, a great idea ’Why not run a sex chat line?’ after all, their age and appearance won’t matter on the phone and providing they can keep this a secret from their boss, they could be on to a winner.

Starring Crissy Rock (Hit TV Series Benidorm and I’m a Celebrity), Leah Bell (Comedienne and actress), Dolores Porretta Brown (Stage and TV actress) and introducing Andy Green.

This is a heart-warming, feel good comedy which will have you rolling in the aisles and smiling every time you answer the phone. Dirty Dusting is a sex chat line that really cleans up.

AUDIENCE REVIEW

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“Great show tonight at Mansfield Palace: Still wiping away the tears of laughter!”

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SAT 30 SEP

MURDER MYSTERIES THE DOOMED GROOM The interactive murder mystery game where it’s up to YOU to prove your worth as a detective!

You’re undercover at the stag do of the famous horse groom Paul Perfect! The best man’s got the drinks in, the stags are ready to party… there’s only one thing missing. The groom to be himself… Cold feet, or cold blooded murder?

Watch events unfold then have your chance to interrogate each subject.

Bring a team or come on your own for a fun and mysterious night for all!

8pm l £12

THE FRANCIE & JOSIE SHOW

WED 4 OCT

Two of Scotland’s most famous iconic characters are treading the boards once again in this fantastic tribute show.

After two sell out tours – Liam Dolan & Johnny Mac have scoured the archives for some more classic Francie & Josie routines, songs and sketches. They have added them to a few belly laughing fantastic routines.

This brand new show is guaranteed to take you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane.

7.30pm l £18 / £16

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THU 5 OCT

BALLET CYMRU THE LIGHT PRINCESS A new full length ballet for 2017 with a new score by brilliant Welsh harpist, composer and recording artist Catrin Finch in collaboration with The Riverfront Theatre in Newport, The Light Princess is the lightest and brightest dance event of the year.

Using elements of circus and outstanding classical choreography the story draws inspiration from Sleeping Beauty, telling the story of a princess afflicted by a constant weightlessness, unable to get her feet on the ground, until she

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finds a love that brings her down to earth. Featuring ground breaking video projections and stunningly vibrant costumes The Light Princess will transport you to a world of laughter, beauty and wonder.

Ballet Cymru is a young, vital group of dancers who are pushing back the barriers of classical ballet.

7.30pm l £18.50 / £17.50 / £10 Child / £12 Groups

SAT 7 OCT

FUNBOX UNDERWATER ADVENTURE Anchors away with Anya, Gary and Kevin (formerly the stars of The Singing Kettle) for their all new show!

There’s something fishy going on in their latest sing-a-long tail. The FUNBOX is locked and the gang will have to cause a splash, because their magical keys are all tucked up on the sea bed.

Can they find them all in time with the help of Fluffy, Flossie and Bonzo?

Packed with familiar favourites like My Father Went To Sea, Sea, Sea

and Hole At The Bottom Of The Sea as well as brand new songs, this is the perfect ’swim-a-long’ treat for kids of all ages – from nought to ninety!

Dress up for the sea and join in the fun, you may even get to help on stage!

1pm & 3.30pm l £13 / £11 Groups £48 Family (4 tickets) / £15 Babes in arms

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SUN 8 OCT

BARBARA DICKSON WITH NICK HOLLAND Barbara Dickson’s interpretation of traditional music, married with 20th century songs and material from the theatre is renowned and admired.

Touring with a four-piece line up bi-annually, and in between, Barbara fulfils concert dates with the talented Nick Holland, who is an outstanding singer and keyboardist. Together, they intimately shape the music, sharing the stage and filling it with superb, crafted sound. A mature mixture of sublime old and new songs to create a fantastic evening out.

7.30pm l £22

THE PEOPLE’S THEATRE COMPANY PRESENTS

DON’T DRIBBLE ON THE DRAGON

THU 12 OCT

When young brothers Jack and Tom’s friendship falls apart can a magicaldragon help them put it back together again? Based on the fabulous newbook by Steven Lee and with magic designed by the legendary Paul Daniels, this spectacular musical adventure about growing up and the importance of family is the perfect feelgood show for big hearted adults andloving little ones alike.

Plus meet author Steven for a special book signing after the show!

2.30pm l £10/£9/£35 Family

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By Steven Lee Directed by Nick Lane

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’Full-on brilliance’

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THE RONNIE SCOTT’S ALL STARS PRESENT

THE RONNIE NAME NAMESCOTT’S STORY Direct from London’s world-famous jazz Text here club, in The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, led by the club’s “quote”. musical director, take to our stage to celebrate The Ronnie Scott’s Story.

Text in here Combining world class live jazz from the Ronnie Scott’s All Stars, narration and rare archive photos and video footage, The Ronnie Scott’s Story is a visual and musical celebration of the club. Charting the club’s rise from a basement bar where local musicians would jam, through its trials and

tribulations and landmark performances from now-legendary jazz icons, to become the internationally acclaimed jazz venue it is today. Mixing classic music from the jazz greats who have performed at Ronnie Scott’s, alongside tales of old Soho, miscreant musicians and police raids, this unique evening celebrates one of the world’s most famous jazz venues, it’s music, and history.

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SAT 14 OCT

DOUGIE MACLEAN IN CONCERT “Dougie MacLean is Scotland’s preeminent singer-songwriter and a national musical treasure” (SINGOUT USA) who has developed a unique blend of lyrical, ’roots based’ song writing and instrumental composition. He is internationally renowned for his song Caledonia, music for Last of the Mohicans and inspired performances… including his ending of the closing ceremony in the Commonwealth Games in Glasgow which was viewed by over a billion people worldwide.

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Dougie Maclean’s songs have been covered by Paolo Nutini, Amy MacDonald, Ronan Keating, Mary Black and many other top performers. He has also received two prestigious Tartan Clef Awards, a place in the Scottish Music Hall of Fame, a Lifetime Achievement Award from BBC Radio 2 Folk Awards and an OBE, so make sure you get your ticket for this unique concert at FTH Theatre before they’re gone!

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SUN 15 OCT

YOLANDA BROWN

LOVE POLITICS WAR TOUR 2017 Double MOBO award-winning YolanDa Brown is the premier female saxophonist in the UK, known for seamlessly blending jazz, soul and reggae and is now heading to Falkirk.

She has toured with The Temptations, Diana Krall, Courtney Pine and Billy Ocean and collaborated with artists such as Matt Cardle, Reggae Legend Bob Marley’s son Julian and as part of Jools Holland’s Rhythm & Blues Orchestra. She has played to

Presidents and Heads of States and is a celebrity ambassador for the Prince’s Trust, Children and the Arts, as well as the Mayor’s Music Fund.

Fresh off her critically acclaimed Reggae Love Songs Tour, YolanDa Brown will perform songs from her New Album to be released in 2017, Love Politics War.

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TUE 17 OCT

BUILD-A-ROCKET WORKSHOP l FREE to ticket holders/Ages 6+ Sun 15 Oct 10.30am Contact gillian.gourlay@nationaltheatrescotland.com to book

NATIONAL THEATRE OF SCOTLAND PRESENTS

ROCKET POST Based on a true story. July, 1934. The Western Isles. A small crowd stand on a beach and watch in amazement.

Eccentric German scientist Gerhard Zucker tells them he wants to bring the world together. The future is about communication. The future is about connection. The future is… ROCKETS!

A fantastically fun new show for everyone aged six and over, Rocket Post is a raucous mix of songs and storytelling. Full of humour, heart and hope for the future, it’s a tale of miscommunication, vaulting ambition and the joyous discoveries that happen when everything goes wrong.

Specifically, a Rocket packed full of letters to send from Scarp to Harris.

The crowd gasp as he lights the fuse and the rocket lifts up into the sky and then… explodes.

Written and directed by Lewis Hetherington with collaborators Ailie Cohen and MJ McCarthy, and movement director Kate Husbands

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WED 18 OCT

ENGINE SHED & SOMETHING FOR THE WEEKEND PRESENT

Written and performed by Jack Lane Additional material by Martyn Bell Music and direction by Kenny Clayton Produced by Mike Simmonds & David Phillips

WISDOM OF A FOOL Star of 1950s British stage and screen, the legendary Norman Wisdom packed houses across the UK, won the hearts of millions and remains one of the UK’s comedy icons.

The world of post-war Music Hall and Variety embraced his trademark manic slapstick routine and catapulted him to stardom.

Success on the silver screen including the hit song Don’t Laugh at Me sealed his fame.

Portraying thirty characters in this tour de force performance, Jack Lane takes you on an emotional roller coaster, revealing the man – and the extraordinary talent – behind the Gump costume.

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“Lanes’ performance is truly incredible as he explores the facets of Wisdom” BRITISH THEATRE GUIDE

But, fame came at a price…

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AN EVENING OF DIRTY DANCING: THE TRIBUTE SHOW

THU 19 OCT

Now in its 7th record-breaking year, this is a 5 star homage to the greatest movie soundtrack of all time. The original concert celebration of the iconic music from the multi-award winning soundtrack to Dirty Dancing.

A high energy, emotional roller-coaster of an evening with breathtaking choreography and buckets of nostalgia.

Includes the classic songs Big Girls Don’t Cry, Hey Baby, Wipeout, Do You Love Me, and many more. Put your dancing shoes on and get ready to have the time of your life!

Please note this production is not affiliated with Dirty Dancing: The Classic Story On Stage on tour in the UK and worldwide.

THE SIMON AND GARFUNKEL STORY 50th ANNIVERSARY TOUR Direct from it’s success in London’s West End, a SOLD OUT UK tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story is back!

Using huge projection photos, original film footage and a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia, Homeward Bound and many more.

“Fantastic” ELAINE PAIGE, BBC RADIO 2 “Authentic and Exciting” THE STAGE 7.30pm

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SUN 22 OCT

FROM THE MUGEN TAIKO DOJO, UK’S CENTRE FOR TAIKO DRUMMING

TAIKO NAME DRUMMING NAME WORKSHOP All over Japan, thousands of men and Text in here women play Taiko, the traditional music of the people, at temples and village “quote”. festivals and all other kinds of events.

Text Now,inathere last, a unique opportunity to

is necessary – all are welcome. Taiko drums and drumsticks will be provided.

Please come wearing loose and comfortable clothing and shoes.

try out Taiko drumming in Falkirk!

This workshop is an introduction to the drums, percussion, hypnotic rhythms and choreographed movement of this exciting performing art.

No previous experience of playing drums, percussion or of reading music

1 - 2.30pm Ages 7 - 15 l £7 3 - 5pm Adults ages 16+ l £10 Workshop numbers are limited so book soon!

7.30pm l £12/£10/£9 Schools www.taiko.co.uk

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MON 23 OCT

FEATURING THE MOONLIGHT SERENADE ORCHESTRA

THE ANDREW’S SISTERS UK The Andrews Sisters were America’s most successful female vocal harmony group during the 1940s. Maxine, Patti and LaVerne appeared regularly on radio shows and in 17 Hollywood movies with stars such as Bing Crosby and Abbott & Costello as well as singing with most of the famous Big Bands of the era including Glenn Miller, Tommy and Jimmy Dorsey, Benny Goodman and Xavier Cugat.

Now the UK’s only celebration of the Andrews Sisters backed by a full big

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band (the Moonlight Serenade Orchestra UK) will be at FTH Theatre, re-creating the fabulous close harmony sound and feel of those swinging days with hits such as Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Rum & Coca Cola and Bei Mir Bist Du Schoen, so make sure you book your tickets for an amazing afternoon of entertainment.

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HAIRY MACLARY NAME NAME “Out of the gate and off for a walk, went Hairy Maclary from Donaldson’s Dairy.”

Text in here Anyone with young children will “quote”. recognise these immortal words instantly as the opening lines of the Text here Maclary from Donaldson’s bookinHairy Dairy by Lynley Dodd. Featuring many of the characters from the books like Hercules Morse, as big as a Horse – Bottomley Potts, covered in spots – Schnitzel von Krumm, with the very low tum and Scarface Claw – the toughest tomcat in town, Hairy MacLary is here to delight

the children of Falkirk. With music, singing and several of your favourite Hairy Maclary stories, this show is a must for the whole family.

“Fans of the storybooks cannot fail to enjoy this performance and every child should see this.”

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1.30pm l £12 / £10 Child 7.30pm l £12/£10/£9 Schools / £41 Family / £9 Nurseries

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THU 9 NOV

JUST YOU, JUST ME

JACQUI DANKWORTH & CHARLIE WOOD Multi award winning vocalist, Jacqui Dankworth, is joined by acclaimed American pianist-vocalist, Charlie Wood, and her stellar musicians, for a unique concert of duets celebrating a century of song. Given her musical pedigree – daughter of Dame Cleo Laine and Sir John Dankworth – it’s no surprise that Jacqui Dankworth is regarded as one of the UK’s finest jazz vocalists Inspired by some of the great musical partnerships, such as Ray Charles & Betty Carter, Ella Fitzgerald & Louis

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Armstrong, Duke Ellington & Billy Strayhorn, George & Ira Gershwin and Roberta Flack & Donny Hathaway – the concert will feature numbers including Alone Together, Autumn In New York, The First Time Ever I Saw Your Face and You’ve Got a Friend.

“One of our finest singers, regardless of category” THE SUNDAY TIMES

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SUN 12 NOV

“Hands down the best adaptation of Jane Eyre, in any medium”

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DYAD PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS

JANE NAMEEYRE: NAME AN AUTOBIOGRAPHY From the creators of Austen’s Women, Text in here The Unremarkable Death I, Elizabeth, of Marilyn “quote”.Monroe, The Diaries of Adam and Eve, Female Gothic and Christmas Gothic and Dalloway.

Text in here Struggling to think, live and love beyond the stifling expectations of duty, class and convention, governess Jane Eyre and Master Edward Rochester take a dark journey towards sensual and intellectual liberation. Told through Jane’s eyes, English literature’s most celebrated autobiographical novel

shocked the Victorians, and Charlotte Bronte’s gothic subversion of fairytale romance is now distilled for the stage – under its full title – by writer /director Elton Townend Jones.

Performer Rebecca Vaughan embodies everywoman Jane – and several other characters – in this intimate study of love’s realities.

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INSIDEOUT THEATRE PRODUCTIONS LTD PROUDLY PRESENTS

THU 16 NOV

BEST OF BROADWAY From the producers that brought you Girls’ Night Oot! The best songs from the best Broadway shows brought to you by a first class professional cast.

Featuring songs from Wicked, Les Miserables, Cats and much more.

Book now for the best seats in FTH Theatre.

7.30pm l £13 / £11

SAT 18 NOV

CRAIG HILL SOMEONE’S GONNA GET KILT! Weegie believe it? Scotland’s kilted comedy treasure is back – and we predict a riot (a riotous night of comedy that is…!) We love his high-octane shows and his tours are selling out in advance – so book early!

“Flat-out hilarious... I’ve not heard a room laugh so long and hard… There isn’t anyone better at working a crowd…”

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“Riotously funny!” INDEPENDENT 7.30pm l £14.50 / £12 l Ages 16+

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FORBIDDEN NIGHTS SEXY CIRCUS Roll Up! Roll Up! Circus just got sexy with Forbidden Nights giving you an evening to remember with thrills, fantasy and forbidden thoughts at every turn!

Jam-packed with action from opener till finale, they will leave you on the edge of your seat!

Indulge yourselves in a two-hour production as world-renowned circus artists perform heart-racing tricks in an electric fusion of daring routines, acrobatics and provocative

choreography with the ultimate Forbidden Tease and a few men in uniform thrown in for good measure. … Routines including aerial chains, fire acts, acrobatics & live musicians… Not forgetting the Forbidden’s side-splitting Comedy Compère who is as charming and risque as the routines!

Don't miss Forbidden Nights’ Sexy Circus!

7.30pm l £22 All downstairs / £20 Balcony / £16 Back Balcony

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SAT 25 NOV

80’S MANIA Europe’s Official 1980’s Multi-Tribute Concert featuring 25 chart topping pop icons authentically recreated with live band and awesome dancers.

Performing over 35 chart topping smash-hits live in concert, with tributes to Duran Duran, The Human League, Kim Wilde, Culture Club, Madonna, Wham!, Nena, Toni Basil, Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Bananarama, Dead or Alive, Madness and many many more !

So it’s time to dig out your 80’s fashions and Party!

“It’s like Top of the Pops meets Live Aid with the sexy dance troupe Legs ’n’ Co.” MIKE READ

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SUN 26 NOV

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MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS Experience the power of thundering rhythms on huge taiko drums, mysterious masked choreography, synchronisation timed to perfection, post-apocalyptic martial imagery & infectious humour – all in a spellbinding display of sheer energy and in Falkirk!

As the most successful touring taiko drum group on this continent, Mugenkyo create a contemporary look & sound, fusing the traditional spirit of taiko with a modern stage

performance that has captivated audiences everywhere…

“Just when you think it could not get any more powerful, it doubles in intensity. This show is not one to be missed.”

EDINBURGH EVENING NEWS

7.30pm l £19 / £17 / £12 under 16

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CHRISTMAS

PETER PAN Join us for this action packed, fun filled family pantomime at FTH! The talented cast of FYT return after a sell-out run last year to take you to a world of fantasy and adventure right here in Falkirk, get snappy and hook your tickets before they fly out the door quicker than that naughty Tinkerbell!

Come along and cheer on our hero Peter as he takes on the villainous Captain Hook!

FRI 1 DEC l 7.30pm SAT 2 DEC l 2.30pm & 7.30pm SUN 3 DEC l 2.30pm TUE 5 DEC l 7.30pm WED 6 DEC l 7.30pm (BSL) THU 7 DEC l 7.30pm FRI 8 DEC l 7.30pm SAT 9 DEC l 2.30pm & 7.30pm £12 / £9.50 / £8 Groups / £38 Family l

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THU 14 DEC

BARBARA BRYCELAND & FRIENDS CHRISTMAS SHOW It’s a real Christmas cracker of fantastic variety entertainment brought to you by the one and only Barbara Bryceland and friends.

This will be a night of music, dance, laughter and song, so make sure you are on the nice list for this Christmas spectacular.

Falkirk’s very own singing sensation will be joined by outstanding artistes including: Soul Nation Choir NRG Performers Johnny Lee Memphis Fred & Nuno

7.30pm

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FRI 15 DEC

DRAGART ~ CHRISTMAS CABARET Back by popular demand with a brand new show!

draGart’s show offers something for everyone.

draGart is a drag show like no other.

Featuring a collection of gorgeous drag girls and supporting company of dancers, the show combines Hollywood glamour with Broadway glitz.

A DJ will keep the party going long after the glitter has gone!

With a selection of sensational song & dance sections including Christmas favourites.

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Prepare to journey to the very heart of fabulous!

8pm - midnight l £15 Cabaret Seating / £10 Balcony l Ages 18+

SAT 16 DEC

WE ARE THE CHAMPIONS MAGIC A KIND OF QUEEN Hear & see Magic proudly performing the Music of Queen as you’ve never seen them before. Now with more energy, a bigger line-up and a massive new sound.

Come along, join their ever growing fans and enjoy Magic’s remarkable talents, bringing to you live Queen’s greatest hits as no other group can.

The music of Queen speaks for itself.

Their live performances are legendary.

Magic are recognised as presenting

the finest reproduction of a Live Queen concert that can be seen today, performing the music of Queen, supported by superb quality sound and a massive light show. Not attempting to portray Queen visually (who could?), but allowing their superb musicianship and outstanding harmonies paint their own masterpiece.

7.30pm

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BUDDY HOLLY AND THE CRICKETERS

MON 18 DEC

Buddy Holly and the Cricketers once again herald in the Yuletide festivities with Holly at Christmas, the show that is now as traditional as mulled wine and mince pies!

Holly’s hits, other contemporary classics and some Christmas crackers are all wrapped up in a fast, furious and funny feast of entertainment to make the perfect gift for all the family.

Make your Heartbeat a little faster with the show that has thousands of fans the world over saying: “I can’t believe it’s not Buddy!”

Holly at Christmas 2017

CHRISTMAS WITH JOE LONGTHORNE

7.30pm

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£19.50 / £18

THU 21 DEC

Joe returns to FTH for 2017 and will be joined on FTH Theatre’s stage with his sensational live band for this Christmas special.

Come and join him as he takes you on a rollercoaster of songs and impressions including Shirley Bassey, Tom Jones, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin and his incredible impression of Sammy Davis Jr. All delivered with 100% accuracy!

7.30pm

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PLUS SPECIAL GUEST

CLASSIC MUSIC LIVE!

OPERA BOHEMIA LA BOHÉME

O DUO TASMIN OLIVER COX & LITTLE THE OWEN GUNNELL NAKED VIOLIN

Performed by Opera Bohemia with violin and piano accompaniment.

O Duo: Bongo Fury Granados: Spanish Dance no 1 J.S. Bach: Two Preludes Chopin: Two Etudes Paul Desmond: Take 5 Monti: Csárdás

Sung in Italian with English Subtitles.

In January 2010, Douglas Nairne and Alistair Digges decided that they would create a production of Puccini’s La Bohème to be performed in their home towns and at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe. After the overwhelming success of their initial performances, they decided to take La Bohème further and toured around Scotland.

The experience the young cast audiences shared Textand in here was very special and “quote”. following feedback from audience members around Text in here the country expressing their enthusiasm and desire to see more productions, Opera Bohemia was formed.

O DUO: Searching Steve Reich: Clapping Music A. Soler: Sonata no. 84 Philip Glass: Mad Rush to the pub Miki: Marimba Spiritual

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FRI 15 SEP l 7.30pm l Evening

Described by The Daily Telegraph as ‘brimming with style and panache’, along with international performances, in recent years they have won a Special Commissioning Award from the Borletti Buitoni Trust and been appointed Artistic Directors of the Children’s Classic Concerts series in Scotland revealing their passion for commissioning new repertoire and dedication to education work.

FRI 20 OCT l 7.30pm

Tasmin Little has firmly established herself as one of today’s leading international violinists.

She has performed on every continent in some of the most prestigious venues of the world, including Carnegie Hall, Musikverein, Concertgebouw, Philharmonie Berlin, Vienna Konzerthaus, South Bank Centre, Barbican Centre and Royal Albert Hall, Lincoln Center and the Suntory Hall.

Her multiaward winning and varied career encompasses international concerto and recital performances, master classes, workshops and community outreach work.

Concert sponsored by Scotts, Funeral Directors, Falkirk Insurance Advisory Services

7.30pm Concerts £14 Adults / £12 / £3 Students

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FRI 10 NOV l 7.30pm £12/£10/£9 Schools

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FRI 22 & SAT 23 SEP

FRI 6 OCT

FALKIRK OPERATIC SOCIETY ASPECTS OF ANDREW LLOYD WEBBER

FALKIRK TRYST ORCHESTRA AUTUMN CONCERT

Falkirk Operatic Society take to the stage this September to showcase the wonderful music of Andrew Lloyd Webber for their annual fundraising show.

An evening of light classics given by the Falkirk Tryst Orchestra.

This promises to be a great evening’s entertainment. The show will include musical numbers from such shows as Phantom of The Opera, Evita, Sunset Boulevard and many more.

Sat mat 2.30pm / 7.30pm l £12 Tickets: www.falkirkoperatic.com company members, from the FTH Booking Office, or call 01324 637791

31 OCT - 4 NOV

7.30pm

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SAT 11 NOV

FALKIRK BOHEMIANS ALL SHOOK UP

FESTIVAL OF REMEMBERANCE

A jukebox musical featuring the songbook of Elvis Presley. It’s 1955, and into a square little town somewhere in the midwest rides a guitar-playing roustabout who changes everything.

This hip-swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy will have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes.

Join us for a reflective and entertaining evening which recognises the contribution of our Armed Services.

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Sat Mat 2.30pm / 7.30pm l £14 / £11 (Exc Fri/Sat eve) / £10 Balcony

Entertainment includes Bo’ness and Carriden Band, The Sunbeam Singers, The Bo’ness Belles, The Dianne Inglis Dancers and Bill Black. Get your tickets now, don’t miss out!

7pm l £5

WED 15 NOV

SHAKESPEARE’S SCHOOL FESTIVAL Shakespeare Schools Foundation is proud to present the world’s largest youth drama festival at FTH Theatre.

We invite you to an exhilarating evening of theatre where you will see Shakespeare’s stories brought to life like never before, staged by your schools.

7pm l £9.50/£7.50/£6.50 Group

SUN 19 NOV

SING FORTH IN CONCERT Come and experience a wonderful night of music from all genres performed by the talented ‘Sing Forth Choir’.

With over 60 members, this talented group will perform vocal arrangements that will take your breath away led by musical director Dougie Flower.

The choir have selected a variety of songs to make this an evening for all the family to enjoy with some golden oldies, Scottish classics and current hits.

7.30pm

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SUN 17 DEC

A BAIRNS CHRISTMAS Once more Falkirk Caledonia Choir, Falkirk Festival Chorus and Falkirk Tryst Orchestra come together, under the direction of Robert Tait to present a feast of Christmas music.

Carols old and new for all, come along and join in and celebrate the season with us!

Special guest will be announced soon, keep an eye on our website.

2.30pm & 7.30pm l £5

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PARTICIPATE

FTH Theatre offers you opportunities to participate and take part in the arts.

At Re:Action we work with young people to develop confidence and encourage creativity.

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Over four terms a year, members develop skills in devising, improvisation, creating characters, storylines and also explore text based work. Participants will have fun, make new friends and take part in an annual performance.

Sessions take place weekly on Saturday’s at FTH Theatre please call our Box Office team for more information on 01324 506850 l

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SEP - NOV

SEW SIMPLE If you have always wanted to be able to make your own clothes or furnishings but never knew how then wonder no more!

Come along and make dresses, trousers, cushions, bunting and more.

Full information on our website.

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BABY BEES AND BALLET BEES

£60 per Block l Sunday weekly Block 1 Sep - Oct l Block 2 Nov

SAT 11 NOV

Wee ones and their grown-ups can join Jennifer in an interactive play park with song and dance, where they can explore colour, shape and rhyme together.

Aug - Dec l for full details please visit the website

DANCING

AFTERNOON & BALLROOM DANCES With live music from John Findlay.

Ballroom Dances l Fri 8 Sep l Sun 1 Oct l Fri 17 Nov l Wed 20 Dec 8pm l £6.50 Afternoon Dances Wednesdays l 27 Sep l 18 Oct l 29 Nov l 13 Dec 2pm l £4.20

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BOOKING IN PERSON

Falkirk Stadium, 1st Floor Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm FTH Saturdays only 9.45am - 3pm

PHONE (01324) 506850 Monday - Friday 9am - 7.30pm Saturday 9.45am - 3pm

ONLINE www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org Join our mailing list to be the first to receive updates and offers, send your name and/or address to: bookings@falkirkcommunitytrust.org

GIFT VOUCHERS

Give the gift of music, theatre, dance or film with our FCT gift vouchers available in any value. Purchases can be made from FTH, Hippodrome, Callendar House and other Trust activity, full list available on our website.

BOOKING FEES

There is a ÂŁ1 booking fee per transaction if you would like tickets posted to you.

RESERVATIONS

Must be paid for and uplifted within 7 days.

ONLINE TICKET SALES

Are subject to booking fees levied by the secure third party contracted to administer these sales on behalf of FCT.

CONCESSIONS

Concession tickets are available to children under 16 years, students, FCT GO Card Holders and over 60’s. Proof of concession eligibility must be shown at time of purchase. For more information on the benefits of the FCT GO Card visit: www.falkirkcommunitytrust.org/fitness/go-card

REFUNDS

Tickets will not be exchanged or money refunded after purchase except in the event of cancellation by Falkirk Community Trust.

YOUR DATA

Under the Data Protection Act we are required by law to obtain your consent to use your personal contact details.

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FIND US FTH Theatre, West Bridge Street, Falkirk FK1 5RS

BY CAR FROM THE WEST: M80, then M876 (sign posted Kincardine / Falkirk / Grangemouth). At junction 1 exit to A883 and follow signs for Camelon / Falkirk. At Rosebank roundabout take 2nd exit to Town Centre (Camelon Road A803).

FROM THE EAST: M9, exit at junction 5 to A904 Falkirk/Grangemouth. At the roundabout exit onto A9, and stay on A9 through 9 further roundabouts. At the Rosebank Roundabout take the 1st exit to Town Centre (Camelon Road A803).

Parking available including 5 disabled parking spaces.

TRAIN

Grahamston Station 5 mins, Falkirk High Station 15 mins.

BUS

Call Traveline 0871 200 2233 for up to date information.

ACCESS

Wheelchair Accessible toilets on both levels.

Our wheelchair viewing area is at the front row of the seating bank. Please advise at the time of booking if you require a wheelchair space.

Guide Dogs Welcome FTH is a family friendly venue with baby change facilities, bottle warmers, toilet step ups and quiet areas to breastfeed.

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MUSIC

SEPTEMBER Starman: The David Bowie Story l FRI 1 SEP 7.30pm Divas Unleashed l SAT 2 SEP 7.30pm Gruffalo l WED 6 SEP 1.30pm & 4.30pm THU 7 SEP 10.30am & 1.30pm l

DANCE

DRAMA COMEDY FAMILY WORKSHOP HIRES

Funbox Underwater Adventure l SAT 7 OCT 1pm & 3.30pm

Shakespear’s School Festival l WED 15 NOV 7pm

Barbara Dickson with Nick Holland l SUN 8 OCT 7.30pm

Best of Broadway l THU 16 NOV 7.30pm

Don’t Dribble on the Dragon l THU 12 OCT 2.30pm

Craig Hill: Someone’s Gonna Get Kilt! l SAT 18 NOV 7.30pm

The Ronnie Scott’s Story l FRI 13 OCT 7.30pm

Hotel Calfornia l SAT 9 SEP 8pm

Dougie Maclean in Concert l SAT 14 OCT 7.30pm

Donna Taggart l SUN 10 SEP 7.30pm

YolanDa Brown: Love Politics War Tour 2017 l SUN 15 OCT 7.30pm

Murder – Just What the Doctor Ordered l THU 14 SEP 7.30pm Opera Bohemia: La Bohéme l FRI 15 SEP 7.30pm Macca The Concert: Celebrating the Music of Paul McCartney l SAT 16 SEP 7.30pm

XMAS

Sing Forth in Concert l SUN 19 NOV 7.30pm Forbidden Nights: Sexy Circus l FRI 24 NOV 7.30pm 80’s Mania l SAT 25 NOV 7.30pm

National Theatre of Scotland: Rocket Post l TUE 17 OCT 6.30pm

Mugenkyo Taiko Drummers l SUN 26 NOV 7.30pm

Wisdom of a Fool l WED 18 OCT 7.30pm

Peter Pan l FRI 1 DEC 7.30pm

An Evening of Dirty Dancing l THU 19 OCT 7.30pm

DECEMBER l SAT 2 DEC 2.30pm & 7.30pm l SUN 3 DEC 2.30pm

Les McKeown’s Bay City Rollers l SUN 17 SEP 7.30pm

O DUO FRI 20 OCT 7.30pm l

A Streetcar Named Desire l WED 20 SEP 7.30pm

The Simon and Garfunkel Story: 50th Anniversary Tour l SAT 21 OCT 7.30pm

l WED 6 DEC 7.30pm (BSL performance)

Taiko Drumming Workshop l SUN 22 OCT 1pm & 3pm

l FRI 8 DEC 7.30pm

The Andrew’s Sisters UK featuring the Moonlight Serenade Orchestra l MON 23 OCT 2.30pm

The Barbara Bryceland and Friends Christmas Show l THU 14 DEC 7.30pm

Falkirk Operatic Society – Aspects of Andrew Lloyd Webber l FRI 22 SEP 7.30pm l SAT 23 SEP 2.30pm & 7.30pm Stick Man l TUE 26 SEP 1.30pm & 4.30pm WED 27 SEP 10am & 1.30pm l Michael English l THU 28 SEP 7.30pm Dirty Dusting l FRI 29 SEP 7.30pm Murder Mystery: The Doomed Groom l SAT 30 SEP 8pm

OCTOBER The Francie and Josie Show l WED 4 OCT 7.30pm Ballet Cymru: The Light Princess l THU 5 OCT 7.30pm Falkirk Tryst Orchestra Autumn Concert l FRI 6 OCT 7.30pm

All Shook Up l TUE 31 OCT – SAT 4 NOV 2.30pm (Sat only) & 7.30pm

l TUE 5 DEC 7.30pm

l THU 7 DEC 7.30pm l SAT 9 DEC 2.30pm & 7.30pm

draGart: Christmas Cabaret l FRI 15 DEC 8pm

NOVEMBER

We Are The Champions: Magic A Kind of Queen l SAT 16 DEC 7.30pm

Hairy MacLary l SUN 5 NOV 1.30pm

A Bairns Christmas l Sun 17 Dec 2.30pm & 7.30pm

Jacqui Dankworth & Charlie Wood: Just You, Just Me l THU 9 NOV 7.30pm

Buddy Holly and the Cricketers: Holly at Christmas 2017 l MON 18 DEC 7.30pm

Tasmin Little: The Naked Violin l FRI 10 NOV 7pm

Christmas with Joe Longthorne plus special guest l THU 21 DEC 7.30pm

Festival of Rememberance l SAT 11 NOV 7pm Jane Eyre: An Autobiography l SUN 12 NOV 7.30pm

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