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● The Gaiety Theatre is a social enterprise and registered Scottish charity (SC041464) run entirely for the benefit of the local community ●
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For over 100 years, we’ve hosted the very best in Scottish Variety. Situated in the heart of Ayrshire, The Gaiety is the last of its kind on the British Mainland and one of the oldest theatres in Scotland. After a forced closure in 2009, there was a real threat the doors would never re-open but, just four years later, and with hard-won backing from local and national government, The Gaiety was reb

orn and brought to life with a small core staff team and large volunteer base. Our volunteer community is at the heart of everything we do. Their passion and determination helps our ‘great wee theatre’ grow from strength to strength. Ayr Gaiety Partnership, is a charity formed by local residents with an ambition to do much more than simply re-open the building. Our vision is to re-energise the performing arts in South Ayrshire, with the Gaiety Theatre as the hub of a network of venues that will stimulate the cultural life and economic prosperity of the area ensuring that Ayr will once again be a key destination for all those interested in the performing arts. With 584 seats in the Main Auditorium and 75 in our Studio Theatre, Ayr Gaiety has the unique capacity to accommodate almost every type of show. Every seat in the Theatre offers a unique view of the stage with unrivalled acoustics and an intimate atmosphere. Our facilities extend to the adjoining Stage Door Café which is a family friendly bar and restaurant open daily from 10am – 11pm serving fantastic food in a relaxed setting- perfect for a quick latte with friends or a pre-theatre dinner. The Stage Door Café opened its doors in early 2013 and quickly established itself as one of Ayrshire’s favourite eateries. The Gaiety’s Creative Learning Department are continuing to develop opportunities for young and old throughout Ayrshire. For more information please check out our website: https://thegaiety.co.uk/

14/06/2026

FST bursary applications are now open, and we would like to hear from potential partners!
The Gaiety Theatre is turning 125 next year, and to celebrate we are planning a number of projects, events and artistic programming to mark this milestone. We are looking for an individual to join us in an application for an FST bursary.

We are particularly looking for applicants with an interest in Producing. You might be an assistant or associate producer looking to step up in role or scale, wish to gain experience within a building-based organisation, or you might have experience self producing and want to explore producing on other projects.

The current round of bursaries will close on 26 June so we welcome contact from anyone wishing to have an informal conversation about a placement before then. We are particularly interested in hearing from people with a meaningful relationship with Ayrshire, and individuals who identify as being from backgrounds marginalised in Scottish Theatre. This is an open invitation rather than an application process and once we have found a suitable candidate we are happy to add you to our database for future opportunities.

𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐟𝐨 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐤 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://bit.ly/3K905O2

Please contact [email protected] to arrange a chat with the subject line "FST Bursary Chat"

13/06/2026

Our participants had a wonderful afternoon at May's Memory Lane Café where they enjoyed their favourite music, played some games and were given resources from Playlist For Life. 🎵

🍓 Why not join us this month where this month's theme is Wimbledon (strawberries at the ready!) 🍓

✨ Memory Lane Café 🍓
📅 Thu 25 June 2026 @ Gaiety2
🎟️ Book Now: https://bit.ly/40szDHI

Please Note: This is a FREE event but ticketed. The booking fee will not be charged at checkout.

12/06/2026

✨ Book Now for Summer Theatre 🎭🎵

🎭 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 🎵🌞
📅 Jul - Aug 2026 (various classes & age ranges available)
🎟️ 𝐁𝐎𝐎𝐊 𝐍𝐎𝐖: https://bit.ly/3RLjSum

𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬 - 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝟑-𝟓
✨ One Day Events - Mon 20th - Fri 24th Jul 2026 | 10am - 11.30am
✨ Gabby's Dollhouse Fun - Mon 27th – Fri 31st Jul 2026 | 10am – 12 noon
🎟️ 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://bit.ly/49JTEyo

𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝟓-𝟖
✨Pop vs Musicals - Mon 6th – Fri 10th Jul | 9am - 4pm
✨ Comedy Movie Special - Mon 13th – Fri 17th Jul | 9am - 4pm
✨ Monster High Adventure - Mon 27th – Fri 31st Jul | 9am - 4pm
✨ K Pop Stars - Mon 3rd – Fri 7th Aug | 9am – 4pm
🎟️ 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞:: https://bit.ly/4nI9lMs

𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝟕-𝟏𝟐
✨ Musicals in the Park - Mon 20th – Sat 25th Jul | 9am – 4pm
✨ Flash Mob- Mon 3rd – Fri 7th Aug | 9am – 4pm
🎟️ 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://bit.ly/4wJazes

𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐓𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐫𝐞 𝐀𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝟗-𝟏𝟐
✨ Pop vs Musicals - Mon 6th – Fri 10th Jul | 9am - 4pm
✨ Comedy Movie Special - Mon 13th – Fri 17th Jul | 9am - 4pm
✨ Murder Mystery Special - Mon 27th – Fri 31st Jul | 9am - 4pm
🎟️ 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐝 𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞: https://bit.ly/4x0v7zp

11/06/2026

Bringing the heart and soul of Irish country music back to the stage

🎵 Keep It Country 🍀
📅 Tue 1 Sep 2026
🎟️ Book Now: https://bit.ly/4cEQf5M

Starring The Queen of Country Philomena Begley, Louisiana man Robert Mizzell, Co.Cavans Blue jean Queen Kathy Durkin and the energetic Shaun Loughrey, this spectacular production unites four of Ireland’s most beloved performers for one unmissable night of hits, harmony and humour. Backed by the sensational Keltic Storm Band, each artist delivers their signature classics alongside fresh favourites, creating a seamless journey through decades of country tradition.

10/06/2026

A celebration of the glory days of Variety ✨

✨ Twice Nightly
📅 Fri 3 and Sat 4 July 2026
🎟️ Book Now: https://bit.ly/4e2BOtJ

Starring Dominic Goodwin as comedian Freddie Francis - we find Freddie in 1956 recalling his life spent touring the halls; the ups, the downs, the riotous, the fantastic and the downright silly! He recalls his days entertaining the troops during the war, playing at the infamous Glasgow Empire, and we discover what really happened when a speciality act lost her snake on stage!!

Twice Nightly includes routines from amongst others; Max Miller, Rob Wilton, Jimmy James and Norman Evans and renditions of many of the popular songs of the time, such as ‘The Man who broke the bank at Monte Carlo’, ‘Happy days are here again’ and ‘Goodnight Sweetheart’.

09/06/2026

✨ WE ARE HIRING! ✨

We currently have two freelance vacancies within our Creative Engagement team. Project Co-ordinator and Assistant Project Co-ordinator.

Please find full details of our vacancies and how to apply here: https://bit.ly/3K905O2

08/06/2026

Celebrate 70 Platinum Years of iconic hit 🎵🎤

🎤 Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story
📅 Sat 22nd Aug
🎟️ Book Now: https://ow.ly/CSm250Z7WbY

2026 marks what would have been Roy Orbison’s 90th birthday, alongside an incredible 70
years of top ten hits, beginning with Ooby Dooby in 1956.

Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating Roy Orbison and The Traveling Wilburys
in Barry Steele’s Roy Orbison Story. Hear iconic songs including Oh, Pretty Woman, Crying,
Only the Lonely, alongside Wilburys favourites Handle with Care and End of the Line.

With powerful performances, emotional depth, and stunning authenticity, Barry Steele
captures the very essence of these music legends. Perfect for all ages, this show promises
nostalgia, energy, and timeless songs brought vividly to life.

07/06/2026

A spectacular live tribute... 🎵

🎸 The Sound of Springsteen
📅 Sat 12 Sep 2026
🎟️ Book Now: https://bit.ly/43g4ysk

Mark 40 years since the release of the legendary Born in the U.S.A. with The Sound of Springsteen, a world-class theatre production celebrating the music of Bruce Springsteen.

This electrifying show recreates the energy, passion, and spirit of The Boss, taking audiences on a musical journey from Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J. through to 2020’s Ghosts, including classics such as Born in the U.S.A. and Born to Run.

Featuring powerhouse vocals and a spectacular stage production, every element has been carefully designed to capture the excitement of rock ’n’ roll at its finest and immerse audiences in the era that made these songs unforgettable.

06/06/2026

Did you know that this week is Volunteers Week?

Volunteers week runs from 1st- 7th June where we celebrate our wonderful volunteers who we couldn't be without at The Gaiety

✨ Here is some fun facts about our volunteer, Mike

What is your name? Mike Turberville
How long have you been volunteering with us? 4/5 years
What inspired you to start volunteering with us? Listening to Cathy and Michael doing the tour as a paying customer.
What do you enjoy most about your volunteering role? Smiling faces of happy customers.
What has been your favourite moment/memory so far? The reaction of a bunch of school children re-enacting Cinderella in the foyer.
What would you say to someone thinking about volunteering? Do it!
Tell us a fun factor hobby you enjoy outside volunteering? I passed an honours degree and a masters degree in music while volunteering, inspired to write music by a kids show I saw in Gaiety 2. About to do a PhD

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Tuesday	10am - 4pm
Wednesday	10am - 4pm
Thursday	10am - 4pm
Friday	10am - 4pm
Saturday	10am - 1pm

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Website

http://thegaiety.co.uk/

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