East Ayrshire Leisure’s new community programme of events is designed to bring high-quality entertainment directly to the heart of our communities.
A series of engaging performances will be presented at Stewarton Area Centre, Darvel Town Hall, and Cumnock Town Hall over the coming weeks. The programming offers a diverse selection of shows, promising something for everyone to enjoy.
Gail Porter’s ‘Hung Drawn and Portered’ will kick off the season on 10 August at Stewart Area Centre. The BAFTA-winning presenter and comedian will share her remarkable life story in a candid and humorous performance. Porter, renowned for her resilience through fame, homelessness, and health battles, invites audiences to join her on a journey filled with laughter and inspiration, reflecting on how kindness and love can lead to thriving despite life’s challenges.
Tickets are £15 or £30 for a Meet and Greet session with Gail Following shortly, The Ultimate Bubble Show will take centre stage at Stewart Area Centre on 17 August and Darvel Town Hall on 18 August. International Bubbleologist and Guinness World Record Holder, Ray, will enchant audiences with his high-energy, interactive show. Attendees will marvel at a variety of spectacular bubble creations, from volcanic bubbles to tornado bubbles, in a performance that promises both fun and wonder for all ages.
Tickets are Adult £14, Child £9, Family Ticket £36 - 2 adults, 2 kids On 23 and 24 August, the acclaimed musical comedy Provy Wummin returns, first at Stewart Area Centre and then at Cumnock Town Hall. Set in 1979, the show follows Margaret Morrison as she brings a Provy Cheque to local women, offering a humorous and nostalgic look at their lives. With lively music and memorable characters, including appearances by The Avon Lady and Ann Summers, this show promises to be a hit once again after its sell-out run in autumn 2023.
Tickets are £18 Rounding off the season is the much-anticipated 20th Anniversary Tour of Singin’ I’m No A Billy, He’s A Tim. This powerful play, which explores themes of bigotry and ethnic identity, will be staged at Stewart Area Centre on 6 September and Cumnock Town Hall on 7 September. Written by Des Dillon and directed by Stephen Cafferty, the production continues to captivate audiences with its insightful portrayal of sectarian tensions and unlikely camaraderie, featuring a stellar cast including Scott Kyle and Colin Little. Tickets are £20
Tickets for all performances are available online or by contacting the box office at 01563 554900. Don’t miss this chance to enjoy high-quality, entertainment right in your own community!