The Swallow Theatre

The Swallow Theatre Scotland's smallest theatre, offering professional drama & music. Creative retreat & rehearsal space. Seating just 48 people, it is Scotland's smallest theatre.

The Swallow Theatre is a restored and converted byre situated in the countryside three miles from Whithorn in Dumfries and Galloway. Operating as a professional theatre for over 20 years, The Swallow Theatre presents a wide range of events: drama, music, workshops, family events and play readings. With an on-site self-catering cottage, it is an ideal location for venue hire and use as a creative retreat or development space.

06/09/2026

Back in the wonderful Scottish Highlands & Lowlands this month with 11 shows đŸ˜ƒđŸŽ»đŸȘ—đŸȘ•đŸŽ¶

September 2026 🏮󠁧󠁱󠁳󠁣󠁮󠁿

9 The Swallow Theatre
10 Eastgate Theatre
11 The Gaiety
12 Edinvillie Community Hall
13 Poolewe Village Hall
14 Rogart Mart
15
16 New Deer Public Hall
17 Johnshaven Village Hall
18 Eden Court Theatre
19 Moffat Town Hall

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Christian Garrick
Adrian Zolotuhin
Kelvin Cantlon

Marcel Cole on stage at The Swallow Theatre last night in Smile: The Story of Charlie Chaplin by . Thank you to everyon...
05/09/2026

Marcel Cole on stage at The Swallow Theatre last night in Smile: The Story of Charlie Chaplin by . Thank you to everyone who came along and especially to the good-natured volunteers who agreed to participate. Two more performances: today Sat 5 Sept at 7.30pm (a few tickets available) and tomorrow Sun 6 Sept 2.30pm (one seat left) – available from our website.

04/09/2026

Tonight! And tomorrow and Sunday. Smile: The Story of Charlie Chaplin. A few seats left if you'd like to come along.

03/09/2026

"People of all ages love the show, because the themes are so universal" says Marcel Cole, on his one-man physical comedy show Smile: The Story of Charlie Chaplin, about the life and films of the cinematic icon and arguably the greatest physical comedian of all time.
The show is at The Swallow Theatre near Whithorn this Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Tickets are ÂŁ15 available from our website.
Theatre Marcel

02/09/2026

Direct from the Edinburgh Fringe, SMILE: THE STORY OF CHARLIE CHAPLIN by Theatre Marcel is appearing at only a few venues in the UK before returning to Australia. It's here at The Swallow Theatre near Whithorn this weekend, 4/5/6 September.

The audience feedback from the last three weeks in Edinburgh has been amazing. Here’s a selection of what people were saying


“Warm, funny, wholesome, gentle, inventive, thoughtful.”

“The way the show went from fantastic slapstick to heartfelt poignancy was so beautiful”

“a show I will remember for a very long time”

“a delight to watch!”

“Great fun, excellent performance”

“Go see it if you can still get a ticket!”

“Strongly recommended”

“Captivating from start to finish.”

“Poetic, hilarious and sad 
 A delightful moment for all.”

“Beautiful show! Really funny and heartwarming”

“If you like a bit of comedy, history, and an amazing tribute to a man who changed cinema forever, go see Smile: The Charlie Chaplin Story.”

“Marcel Cole captures a unique feeling of hope”

“The audience participation was smart and genuinely entertaining, woven in with a light, clever touch. A warm, engaging hour of theater. I highly recommend it.”

“Marcel thoroughly deserved the standing ovation he got at the end.”

“Words can not describe how magic this show is.”

“Marcel is a skilled master of his art. This was a show for all ages, as both my Gran and I found this performance moving and fascinating to watch. This performance was a masterclass in audience participation and I would recommend it to everyone, even those who don't usually enjoy interactive performances. Each volunteer was approached with absolute dignity and respect, and made to feel wonderful.”

“Utterly charming in every way.”

“Not to be missed”

“A miniature piece of fringe magic.”

“Engaging, enthralling, and emotionally charged.”

“100% brilliant, funny, expertly crafted, touching, energetically delivered, with top-notch audience engagement - a top “must see” recommendation 
 Regardless of whether you are completely unfamiliar with Charlie Chaplin’s life and work or are an aficionado, you’ll have a 100% top experience.”

“Not so much a band name as a whole genre of its own, Budapest CafĂ© Orchestra embraces an encyclopaedia of music and mis...
31/08/2026

“Not so much a band name as a whole genre of its own, Budapest CafĂ© Orchestra embraces an encyclopaedia of music and mischief” - The Scotsman
BCO returns to The Swallow Theatre on Wednesday 9 September, 7.30pm.
Tickets available! ÂŁ27.50 from our website.


The Budapest Cafe Orchestra

Last week someone asked us if The Swallow Theatre really is in the middle of nowhere. We showed them this photo. They ...
30/08/2026

Last week someone asked us if The Swallow Theatre really is in the middle of nowhere. We showed them this photo. They had to agree it’s not the obvious place to locate a theatre. But many of those who visit here find it magical and peaceful and full of creativity, and love it as much as we do.

Before immortality came doubt, failure and one extraordinary meeting
When Vincent Met John Performed by Nick Wilkes and ...
29/08/2026

Before immortality came doubt, failure and one extraordinary meeting

When Vincent Met John
Performed by Nick Wilkes and Murray Andrews
Directed by Charlotte Peters, written by Nick Wilkes
At The Swallow Theatre near Whithorn 31 August and 1 September

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