Gaiety program (from Summer 2018)

Summer 2018

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Health & Safety regulations outlined in our theatre licence dictate that all patrons must purchase a ticket, including infants.

This is the case for the majority of theatres in Scotland.

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The more the merrier! For Group Bookings of 20 or more, please contact the Ticket Desk for offers.

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David Quayle, Treasurer Jeremy Wyatt Chris Fremantle Cllr. Siobhian Brown Cllr. Brian Connolly Professor Gayle McPherson, (UWS) Cathy Costello

Tickets are normally nonrefundable. Sometimes we can exchange or resell your tickets, if the show is full – we’ll charge a £1 handling fee.

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Travel/Directions

By rail: The Gaiety is 10 minutes walk from Ayr Station By bus: Buses 1, 2, 6, 8, 9, 24, 24A, 301, 302, 306, 352, 361 By car: A link is provided on our website to get driving directions from Google Maps #TheGaiety

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(MON-SAT: 10am - 5pm) For that personal touch – pop into our Box Office on Carrick Street and chat with one of our friendly volunteers.

Our board currently comprises:

As part of our commitment to making theatre accessible for all we offer a range of concessions for: Senior Citizens, Students, Children, Families, Unemployed, Registered Disabled & Companions (Proof of eligibility required)

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We have a rich Sally Rennie, Operations Manager Mirella Arcidiacono, Heritage for the benefit of the local Doug Paisley, Technical Development Coordinator (assisted

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Our overall vision is Manager Archivistand Alice a McFarlane & Len to grow the artsclassic and play of performing Wolves, the ‘Who’s afraid of Virginia Woolf?’ play and McLellan, Marketing & McCaffer, PhD Student) culture inmusical Ayr and South Ayrshire set from one ofSuzanne Scotland’s leading singers, Horse McDonald.

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Fraser Emslie, Asst. Technical Manager Vince Hope Artistic Director

The Gaiety has wheelchair and ramp access through the Stage Door Café and we have a lift to the Studio Theatre. In the main auditorium there are six flexible wheelchair spaces with companion seats available in the stalls and these are bookable by phone or in person.

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If you use a hearing aid or find it difficult to hear you can connect to our Sennheiser Mobile Connect System on your smartphone via headphones or alternatively your personal hearing loop when switched to the T-position.

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Our monthly Dementia Friendly performances are aimed at creating a relaxed environment with a high quality theatre experience. They are performed at 11am and 2pm with friendly staff who are trained. Companion tickets are always free.

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GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM WED 9 - SAT 12 MAY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £8.00–£14.00 RELAXED PERFORMANCE SAT 12 MAY | 2pm TICKET SPECIAL: £6.00-£10.00 A deviously delicious Broadway and Hollywood sci-fi smash musical that has devoured hearts for over 30 years. The meek

assistant Seymour Krelborn stumbles across a new breed of plant he names “Audrey II” after his co-worker crush. This foul-mouthed, R&B-singing carnivore promises unending fame and fortune to the down and out Krelborn as long as he keeps feeding it, blood!

One of the longest-running Off-Broadway shows, Little Shop Of Horrors has been produced worldwide to incredible success!

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GAIETY Fred’s wry observations on society and politics saw his 2017 stand-up show described simply as “a masterclass” EVENING EXPRESS

COMEDY FRED MACAULAY ‘30 YEARS ON’

May 30

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM WED 30 MAY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £14.50–£17.50

On the 19th May 1988, a young Fred MacAulay made his stand-up debut at the Mayfest ‘So You Think You’re Funny’ competition in Glasgow with five minutes of his own comedy material which sky-rocketed Fred to fame with appearances on ‘QI’, ‘Have I Got News For You’ and ‘Mock The Week’ as well as Radio 4’s ‘Newsquiz’, ‘Unbelievable Truth’ and ‘Just A Minute’. Celebrate Fred’s incredible 30 year career back where he made his ‘Just a Minute’ debut in 1996!

Age recommendation: 16+ contains mid to strong language

May 31 LIVE IN CONCERT CARPENTERS GOLD

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 31 MAY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £16.50–£23.50 Carpenters Gold authentically perform the greatest hits, such as ‘Goodbye to Love’, ‘Solitaire’, ‘We’ve Only Just Begun’, ‘Top of the World’, ‘Yesterday Once More’ and ‘Superstar’; recreating the look and iconic sound of The

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Carpenters. Karen Carpenter’s magically soothing vocal, is expertly emulated by international West-End vocalist Vikki HollandBowyer. Vikki’s warm dulcet tones sound uncannily similar to the superstar. Richard Carpenter, played by musician, arranger and vocalist Greg Stevenson, is also featured in the show performing on the piano, alongside his ‘sister’ enjoying on stage humour - a must for all fans of the fantastic Karen and Richard.

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DRAMA

Jun 2

AYRSHIRE COLLEGE

IT STARTED WITH A KISS

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 2 JUNE | 7.30pm TICKETS: £10.00-£12.00 Students: £8.00 SCHOOL GROUP BOOKINGS: £4.00 PP The late seventies, five students embark on a drama teaching course where they discover sex, drugs and rock n roll. Stan and Rich share a room, as do the girls: upper crust Charlotte, feisty Helen and religious Tina. Babs, their tutor, does her best to support them through the travails of teaching practice but their student parties, romantic intrigues and class conflicts eventually take their toll.

Age recommendation: 16+

KAREN DOUGLAS DANCERS

A DISPLAY OF DANCE GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 7 - FRI 8 JUNE | 7.00pm TICKETS: £6.00-£14.00

DANCE

Jun 7-8

Karen Douglas Dance School present ‘A Display of Dance’ featuring local children from age 2 years old, special performances from our Boogie Babes and our fabulous parents! Various styles will be performed including Freestyle, Acrobatics, Street, Cheer, Modern, Tap and Ballet.

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FOREHILL PRIMARY SCHOOL

THE WIZARD OF OZ

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 14 JUNE | 7.30pm FRI 15 JUNE | 10.15am & 7.30pm TICKETS £6.00-£14.00

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Following the huge success of ‘Annie’, ‘The Sound of Music’, ‘High School Musical’ and last year’s ‘Peter Pan’ - The pupils of Forehill Primary school invite you to ‘Follow the Yellow Brick Road’ to meet “The Wizard of Oz”. Follow Dorothy, Toto, The Lion, The Tin Man, The Scarecrow and head ‘Off to See the Wizard’ in this classic musical which will have you singing along in the ‘Merry Old Land of Oz’

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MUSIC LANCE ELLINGTON

Jun 16

“Lance’s voice is in a class of its own…” DES O’CONNOR “A wonderful voice” MICHAEL PARKINSON

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SINGS BROADWAY

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 16 JUNE | 7.30pm TICKETS: £17.00–£22.00 Join BBC Strictly Come Dancing’s lead vocalist for an enchanting evening of classic hits from all your favourite musicals plus some of your Strictly favourites. Platinum awardwinning artist Lance and his all-star band revive show stoppers from ‘Guys and Dolls’, ‘Aspects of Love’, ‘Les Misérables’, ‘Miss Saigon’, ‘South Pacific’, ‘Anything Goes’ these and all your favourite musicals. Featuring all the glitz and glamour of Strictly – including the promise of some behind-the-scenes exclusives.

Musical director Ed Barker – George Michael’s saxophonist – and West End songbird Zoe Nicholas accompany Lance for an evening of great family entertainment.

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DANCE

Jun 21

LYNNE CROMBIE SCHOOL OF DANCE

LET’S DANCE 2018

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THURS 21 JUNE | 7.00pm TICKETS: £6.00–£14.00 Lynne Crombie School of Dance present their 28th Annual Show – an array of dance from all their talented children, who range in age from 2 years – 18 years. The show features a variety of freestyle disco, tap, modern, ballet, acro/gymnastics, musical theatre and majorettes. This year will feature a mini production of The Wizard of OZ alongside songs portraying a cruise around the world.

There will also be a fantastic performance from the parents! So come along and enjoy a night of entertainment with our amazing Dancers!!

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PRINCESS

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 23 JUNE | 4.00pm TICKETS: £6.00–£14.00 Alloway Performing Arts proudly presents ‘Princess’. Blending song and dance, ‘Princess’ brings the audience into two worlds where a Princess and a Pauper trade places. See the best of all dance styles, musical theatre and drama as our classes come together to tell a magical Fairytale.

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Jun FEEL 27-28

THE FEEL THE BEAT BEAT

ELITE DANCE SCHOOL GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM WED 27 - THUR 28 JUNE | 7.00pm TICKETS: £6.00–£14.00

SWEENEY ENTERTAINMENTS PRESENT

Elite Dance School present their annual show, ‘Feel the Beat’ at The Gaiety Theatre with routines in Tap, Ballet, Modern, Hip-hop, Baton, Acro & Highland. All performers are aged between 2 and 18 years and attend Elite Dance School classes in Ayr, Coylton, Dalrymple and Tarbolton.

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Jun 29

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GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM FRI 29 JUN | 6.00pm TICKETS: £13.00–£17.00 If you’re a fan of one of X Factor’s finest exports you’re sure to L.O.V.E. The Little Mix Experience!

Four hugely talented girls pay tribute to one of the UK’s finest girl-bands with breath-taking dance moves, replica costumes and some of the finest vocals in the UK, this is a high-energy show from beginning to end, packed with all of Little Mix’s greatest hits and suitable for all ages!

Featuring songs such as ‘DNA’, ‘Wings’, ‘Salute’, ‘Black Magic’, ‘Love Me Like You’, ‘Secret Love Song’ and many, many more.

They look like Little Mix, They sound like Little Mix, they are “The Little Mix Experience”

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MUSIC THE DRIFTERS

Jun 30

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 30 JUNE | 7.30pm TICKETS: £21.50–£26.50 The Drifters are back on the road in the UK performing their classic hits from the last six decades. The legendary group have been inducted into the Rock & Roll of fame, performed for the President of the United States and listed among the greatest artists of all time by Rolling Stone magazine.

Don’t miss their brand-new tour performing all the classic hits such as ‘Saturday Night at the Movies’, ‘You’re ‘More Than A Number,’ ‘Come on Over to My Place’, ‘Up On The Roof,’ ‘Under the Boardwalk’, ‘Kissin In The Back Row’, ‘Save The Last Dance For Me’, ‘Down On The Beach,’ ‘Hello Happiness’ and many, many more!

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY: SIANNIE MOODIE (Scottish traditional harp – clarsach) GAIETY STUDIO THEATRE TUE 3 JULY | 11.00am & 2.00pm TICKETS: £5.00 / FREE FOR COMPANIONS

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A relaxing session of live entertainment and free refreshments, developed for people living with dementia, their carers and loved ones. Sianne Moodie is an expressive and accomplished clarsach player. She is deeply rooted in the Scottish folk and Gaelic music from this region, and learned from some of the country’s greatest tradition bearers including Alison Kinnaird and Bill Taylor.

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Jul 4

Can You Catch The Killer?

THE PERSIAN PRINCE GAIETY STUDIO THEATRE WED 4 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £13.50 / £12.50 (conc)

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Detectives! You’re undercover at an incredible archaeological discovery! Adventurers from around the world have gathered in Persia where the mythical cave of Ali Baba has been discovered. What could over shadow this momentous occasion? Nothing less than the sudden murder of the Prince of Persia himself!

Watch events unfold then have your chance to interrogate each subject in turn. Bring a team or come on your own! Fun, funny, mysterious and a good night for all! Can YOU catch the killer?

MUSIC DAVE FINNEGAN’S

Jul 6

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GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM FRI 6 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £18.50–£24.50 Dave Finnegan played Mick Wallace- the head-butting drummer in the Academy Award nominated, and BAFTA awardwinning cult movie The Commitments. The soundtrack of the movie reached Number 1, on Billboard 200 for 76 weeks and sold over 12 million albums worldwide! Hear all the hits from the movie performed by one of the stars of the movie, songs like: ‘Mustang Sally’, ‘Take Me To The River’, ‘Chain Of Fool’, ‘The Dark End Of The Street’, ‘Try A Little Tenderness’, ‘Mr Pitiful’, ‘In The Midnight Hour’, ‘Hard To Handle’ and many more!

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IT STARTED WITH A KISS

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KAREN DOUGLAS DANCERS

JUN 7-8

FOREHILL PRIMARY THE WIZARD OF OZ

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LANCE ELLINGTON SINGS BROADWAY

JUN 16

LET’S DANCE 2018

JUN 21

ALLOWAY ACADEMY

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ELITE DANCE SCHOOL

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SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK

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STIRLING BRIDGE INT’L ARTS FESTIVAL

JUL 10

OPERA BOHEMIA FALSTAFF

JUL 11

FAST LOVE - TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL

JUL 12

60’S NIGHT OUT WITH THE DREAMERS

JUL 14

CALIFORNIA DREAMERS

JUL 20

NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA OF SCOTLAND

JUL 25

THE BEE GEES STORY

JUL 26

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DEMENTIA FRIENDLY BARBARA & ALINA

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THE LOST SOUL OF THE LINGERING LAIRD

AUG 29

EVERGREEN

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ROY G HEMMINGS MOTOWN

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BYE BYE BABY

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JASON MANFORD

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TOTALLY TINA

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KEEP IT COUNTRY SHOW 2018

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LET’S JUST MOVE… THROUGH THE DECADES

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CLASSIC CLAPTON

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SCOTTISH OPERA HIGHLIGHTS

SEP 22

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY NIAMH, DAVID & JEAN

SEP 25

CHORAL SUMMER SHOWCASES

SEP 27-28

ABBA FOREVER

SEP 29

Ramped access is located at the Stage Door Café entrance at the front of the theatre.

The lift access to the Studio is located in the foyer. The adapted toilet is located on the ground floor. Wheelchair spaces and seats for companions can be booked through the Ticket Desk. There is no lift access to the circle. Our innovative accessible hearing system, MobileConnect, is available through your smartphone. Guide dogs are welcome.

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Jul 10

INTERNATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL AYR TOWN HALL TUES 10 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £6.00–£10.00

The Stirling Bridge International Arts Festival is going from strength to strength with another programme bursting with energy and excitement from Canada, USA and Scotland.

Each bringing their unique sound and style: Ayrshire Fiddle Orchestra Musical Director: David Moore Dartmouth High School String Orchestra from Dartmouth, USA Director: Heather Church Fiddle Frenzy from Nashville, USA Director: Crystal Wiegman Regina Chamber Strings from Saskatchewan, Canada Director: Rudolf Sternadel

NATIONAL YOUTH ORCHESTRA OF SCOTLAND

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Jul 25

OF SCOTLAND AYR TOWN HALL WED 25 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £5.00–£19.00

Conducted by Catherine Larsen-Maguire, NYOS Senior Orchestra, presents a programme designed to challenge and inspire. Repertoire enthused by nature, sure to captivate the audience from Sir Arnold Bax’s, wonderful mediation on nature, Tintagel to Rimsky-Korsakov’s dazzling orchestral suite Scheherazade. Larsen-Maguire places great emphasis on working with younger musicians and is very much in demand as a conductor and coach for youth orchestras all round the world. She also has a special interest in contemporary music, introducing the Senior Orchestra to Jennifer Higdon’s river sings a song to trees.

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SOME GUYS HAVE ALL THE LUCK — THE ROD STEWART STORY

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GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 7 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £20.50–£25.50

‘Some Guys Have All the Luck’ is a fantastic theatrical production celebrating the career of one of rocks greatest icons, Rod Stewart – from street busker through to international superstar! The show includes all the massive hits from Rod’s incredible career, classic rockers like ‘Maggie May’, ‘Baby Jane’ and ‘Do Ya Think I’m Sexy?’ through to big ballads such as ‘Sailing’ ‘You’re In My Heart’, and ‘Tonight’s The Night’ as well as favourites from his days with the Faces llike ‘Twistin the Night Away’

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“I’ve seen some Rods in my time but Paul is the best one I’ve ever seen.”

DON STEWART (Rod Stewart’s brother)

OPERA FALSTAFF

Jul 11

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM WED 11 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £11.00–£19.00 £5 FOR STUDENTS AND UNDER 18’s Falstaff is Verdi’s comic masterpiece. Based on Shakespeare’s Merry Wives of Windsor, the opera revolves around the unlikely, plump protagonist, Sir John Falstaff and his farcical attempts to seduce women in order to gain access to their husbands’ wealth.

Award winning director Adrian Osmond and designer Kenneth MacLeod team up to create a dynamic new production with a star studded cast including Scottish Opera emerging artists Andrew McTaggart and Hazel McBain and Opera Bohemia favourites Douglas Nairne and Catriona Clark. Sung in Italian with English subtitles. Accompanied by leading pianist Andrew Brown, this promises to be a thrilling night at the opera.

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GAIETY FAST LOVE - A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MICHAEL GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 12 JUL |7.30pm TICKETS: £21.00–£27.00

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Jul 12

The UK’s biggest George Michael tribute show. Get ready for an unforgettable evening celebrating a global superstar, as he puts the Boom Boom BACK into your heart The show is packed with crowd pleasing anthems from the Wham classics of the new pop revival to the chart-topping success of the eighties album Faith, plus the awesome tunes of the nineties and noughties. This is a spellbinding experience you don’t want to miss.

You’ll be getting up (to get down) to all your favourite songs

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Jul 14

60’S NIGHT OUT WITH THE DREAMERS FORMERLY – FREDDIE AND THE DREAMERS PLUS SUPPORT GAIETY STUDIO THEATRE SAT 14 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £19.00–£24.00

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Alan Mosca and Bryan Byng have been members of the Dreamers for over 37 years their pedigree speaks for itself having been part of Freddie and the Dreamers. Alan & Bryan have joined forces with Colin & Steve who are one of the country’s leading tribute acts to The Everly Brothers. The Temple Brothers perform their Everly’s show first and then join Alan & Bryan in the second set for The Dreamers sensational 60’s which includes the most popular songs from the sixties era.

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Jul 20

CALIFORNIA DREAMERS GAIETY STUDIO THEATRE FRI 20 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £19.00 - £24.00

Release your inner hippie and join us for an unforgettable Sunshine Celebration of the Los Angeles music scene from 1965 to

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1975. We pay homage to the iconic artists who made their home in ‘Laurel Canyon’, a small neighbourhood nestling in the foothills of L.A. You may not recognise the neighbourhood... but you’ll recognise the neighbours! Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, The Eagles, The Mamas and Papas, The Monkees, The Turtles and even Carole King

THE BEE GEES STORY – NIGHTS ON BROADWAY GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 26 JULY | 7.30pm TICKETS: £19.00–£26.00

Nights on Broadway is a tribute to the Bee Gees through a fantastic live concert, featuring their incredible songs, from over four decades, from the 60s to the 90s. With musical authenticity, and in particular the accurate recreation of the vocal talents and harmonies of the Bee Gees. The 6 piece live band blend the classic hits, acoustic medleys, songs written for other major artists, and dance floor fillers to tell the story of the Bee Gees from start to finish. #TheGaiety

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Aug 18

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 18 AUGUST| 7.30.pm TICKETS: £17.00–£22.00

Twist & Shout with an all-star West End cast to the music of The Beatles, Hermans Hermits., Gerry & The Pacemakers, The Rolling Stones. and many more. Featuring incredible performances and beautiful bespoke costumes, Twist & Shout will transport you back to the sights and sounds of the ‘Swinging Sixties’.

With over 40 songs this is a non-stop feast of music that features a 4 piece live band and cast of 6 singers and dancers performing hits such as; ‘She Loves You’, ‘Glad All Over’, ‘You’re My World’, ‘Jumpin Jack Flash’, ‘Shout’ and ‘Ferry Cross The Mersey’

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Aug 23-25

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 23–SAT 25 AUGUST | 7.30 pm TICKETS: £16.00–£21.00 Get ready for an amazing evening of entertainment at The Gaiety. Join your hosts Michael Courtney (Buttons from Cinderella) and Lorna Amy Sullivan (Cinderella) for a fun filled night at the theatre!

A night of song, dance, bundles of laughs plus some surprise star guests!

You’ll even get a chance to win some great prizes in our fantastically funny game show- this is the MUST SEE show of the year!

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MUSIC BARBARA COLE WALTON &

Aug 28

ALINA MESZOLY-HORVATH (soprano and piano)

GAIETY STUDIO THEATRE TUE 28 AUGUST | 11.00am & 2.00pm TICKETS: £5.00 / FREE FOR COMPANIONS A relaxing session of live entertainment and free refreshments, developed for people living with dementia, their carers and loved ones. Canadian soprano, Barbara Cole Walton, a keen recitalist and soloist holds an MMus in Opera with Distinction and an MMus in Vocal Performance from the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Alina is a classical pianist from Hungary and a Masters graduate of the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.

She has been a concerto soloist with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland Symphony Orchestra and the Wind Orchestra.

Can You Catch The Killer?

THE LOST SOUL OF THE LINGERING LAIRD GAIETY STUDIO THEATRE WED 29 AUGUST | 7.30pm TICKETS: £13.50 / £12.50 (conc)

Detectives! You’re under cover at possibly the most haunted castle in the whole of Scotland… maybe even the world, and there’s a new ghost on the scene. Could this be the ghost of a long lost Laird of the castle? A team of ghost hunters is here to find out… but when someone shows up mysteriously dead the question is was this a sinister act from a disgruntled spirit, or a cold blooded murder? Watch events unfold then have your chance to interrogate each subject in turn. Fun, funny, mysterious and a good night for all!

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Aug 30

EVERGREEN – A TRIBUTE TO BARBRA STREISAND GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 30 AUGUST | 7.30pm TICKETS: £18.50–£24.50

Evergreen is Alyson Orr’s incredible tribute to the legendary Barbra Streisand- the highestselling female recording artist in history featuring her best loved songs, “Evergreen”, “Don’t Rain On My Parade”, “Woman In Love”, ”The Way We Were” and many more. Alyson, with her band of top-class musicians, will take you on a musical journey through Barbra’s celebrated career, producing a heartfelt tribute to the finest female vocalist of all time.

“Alyson Orr’s singing is impeccable” - THE LIST “A singer of unmistakable talent” - THE SCOTSMAN

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GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM FRI 31 AUGUST | 7.30pm TICKETS: £19.00–£24.00 Ex-Drifters member Roy G Hemmings’ ‘Motown Show’ is a celebration of timeless Motown and Soul songs. With hits from The Supremes, Four Tops, Temptations and Marvin Gaye this electrifying show features classic hits including: “Baby Love”, “Dancing In The Street”, “My Girl”, “I Can’t Help Myself” and “I Heard It Through The Grapevine”. Roy G Hemmings who has been the longest serving member of The Drifters has performed at the Whitehouse for former President Bill Clinton and appeared at the Royal Albert Hall.

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Sep 1

BYE BYE BABY

harmonies, roof raising falsetto complete with energetic and stylish choreography – all backed by their excellent 4-piece band –‘Bye Bye Baby’ is a show that will make it a night to ‘Bye Bye Baby’ are a jaw-dropping tribute to remember! The show includes Valli’s greatest the musical phenomenon ‘Jersey Boys’ and hits including ‘Sherry’, ‘December ’63’ (Oh the timeless, iconic music of ‘Frankie Valli & What A Night), ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’, The Four Seasons’. With incredible four part ‘Beggin’ and many more

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 1 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £18.50–£24.50

COMEDY COMEDY 51 SHADES OF MAGGIE

SepSep 4-74-7

Prepare for the funniest, sexiest (maybe dirtiest) show you shall see this year!

AGE RECOMMENDATION: 16+

Written by Leesa Harker GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM TUE 4 - THUR 6 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm FRI 7 SEPTEMBER | 5.00pm and 8.30pm TICKETS: £26.00-£28.00 Returning after 3 sell-out Scottish tours, Fifty One Shades of Maggie stars the original Scottish ‘Maggie’, Leah MacRae. The best-selling send-up of 50 Shades of Grey tells the story of loveable Maggie, who, like most women, has been let down by all the men in her life. At the Social Security Office Maggie meets the handsome and hunky Mr Big! This hilarious and naughty play will have you laughing out loud at Maggie’s journey of love, booze and whips!

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Sep 8

THE COUNTERFEIT 70s GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 8 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £16.50–£23.50

Having toured extensively with ‘The Counterfeit Sixties’ show, they now bring you their unique Seventies show, from a decade of glam rock, through to new wave music, and everything in between! Featuring the music of Slade, The Bay City Rollers, Sweet, T.Rex they will take you through a rollercoaster ride of the biggest 70’s hits.

Members of the four piece band have toured worldwide and worked with some of the biggest names of the decade. Coupled with a stunning light show, costumes from the period, and video footage of the bands and events from the era, making this one show you don’t want to miss!

“Effortlessly entertaining”

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EVENING STANDARD “He’s blessed with the sort of laid-back charm and sharp turn of phrase you can’t manufacture”

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JASON MANFORD: MUDDLE CLASS

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GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM TUE 11 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £26.50–£30.50

Sep 11

He’s back! It’s been a busy few years for Jason since his last smash-hit stand up show but fans of his Absolute Radio show will know this nationally acclaimed comedian hasn’t changed a bit. ‘Muddle Class’ promises to feature a wealth of new material about Jason growing up ‘working class’ then finding, over the years, that part of him has become ‘middle class’ - causing much confusion!

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TOTALLY TINA

Sep 13

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 13 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £18.50–£24.50 With over 8 Grammys, 200 million albums sold and more concert tickets sold than any other artist in a career lasting four decades - Tina Turner is a phenomenon. Totally Tina! is an internationally acclaimed awardwinning tribute show that recreates the energy of Tina’s live shows with an incredible six-piece live band, four stunning dancers and Justine’s incredible impersonation of the Queen of Rock and Soul. This show will take you ‘River Deep Mountain High’ with classics such as; ‘Let’s Stay Together’, ‘What’s Love Got to Do with It’ in a night that’s guaranteed to be Simply the Best!

MUSIC KEEP IT COUNTRY

Sep 14

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM FRI 14 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £16.00–£24.00 Join four of Ireland’s top country stars for the unmissable ‘Keep It Country’ show filled with toe-tapping country music , cabaret and laughter that will have you singing and clapping all night long! The show features a great mix with showband legend John Hogan , the hilarious Gary Gamble and his surreal impressions of Daniel O’Donnell , the pure voice of Caitlin and Irelands most energetic performers fiddle sensation Ritchie Remo all accompanied by the fantastic Keltic Storm live band making this a super show not to be missed!

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DANCE LET’S JUST MOVE

Sep 20

THROUGH THE DECADES GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM THUR 20 SEPTEMBER | 7.00pm TICKETS: £6.00–£14.00

LJM presents a high octane show, jampacked with iconic music and dance styles that will have you tapping and twirling in the aisles and reminiscing about good times past. Come and join the amazing performers of LJM Dance as they take you on a journey through the eras with a few surprises along the way. This production will not only showcase the talents of all the fabulous students of LJM but will also feature some of the West Coast’s top dance troupes and solo performers. From Ballet to Hip-Hop this production really has it all and is guaranteed to be a fun filled evening for all the family.

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GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM FRI 21 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £16.00–£21.00 The World’s No1 Eric Clapton Tribute Band will be making a welcome return to The Gaiety on Friday 21 September after a gap of 5 years. ‘Classic Clapton’ features frontman Mike Hall who not only looks like Eric, he sings and plays guitar like him too!

Formed in 1985 in Newcastle upon Tyne long before the term “tribute band” was invented they have, over the past 33 years become something of a rock institution. The show is a 2-hour journey through the music of Eric Clapton including all of his hits - Wonderful Tonight, I Shot the Sheriff, Lay Down Sally, Crossroads, Tears in Heaven, Layla and even an Unplugged segment.

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OPERA HIGHLIGHTS OPERA

Sep 22

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 22 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £9.00–£15.00 £5 FOR STUDENTS AND UNDER 26’s Scottish Opera’s Opera Highlights features four fabulous young singers and a pianist. This year, director Daisy Evans takes inspiration from wellknown works by Verdi, Mozart and Donizetti as well as some operatic rarities to present an entertaining evening of great music and good company.

DEMENTIA FRIENDLY: MUSIC NIAMH MACKAVENEY TRIO Sep GAIETY STUDIO THEATRE TUE 25 SEPTEMBER | 11.00am & 2.00pm TICKETS: £5.00 / FREE FOR COMPANIONS

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A relaxing session of live entertainment and free refreshments, developed for people living with dementia, their carers and loved ones.

The Niamh MacKaveney Trio was formed in Glasgow’s vibrant and eclectic music scene.

Featuring Niamh MacKaveney from Scotland (vocals & fiddle), David Lombardi from Italy (fiddle) and Jean Damei from France (guitar), the trio have taken influences from each country and merged it with a backbone in Traditional music to produce a unique sound.

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CHORAL SUMMER SHOWCASES GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SHOWCASE 1 THUR 27 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm SHOWCASE 2 FRI 28 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £9.50–£14.50

Two separate concerts each highlighting the fabulous vocal talents of local choirs and choral groups of Ayrshire – a wide variety of song in a broad range of styles and arrangements from

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ABBA–FOREVER

GAIETY MAIN AUDITORIUM SAT 29 SEPTEMBER | 7.30pm TICKETS: £17.50–£23.50 ABBA - Forever is one of the UK’s leading International tribute shows and theatre audiences from across Great Britain and Sweden have long enjoyed this superb recreation of possibly the world‘s greatest pop band. The unique ABBA sound is replicated with an incredible attention to detail, glitz and glamour and gently humorous show.

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a mix of different choirs and choral groups performing each night. All proceeds from the two performances will go to The Gaiety. Full details of each concert (including info such as the different choirs/groups performing) will be posted on our website www.thegaiety.co.uk and tickets will be available from: 1st July onwards.

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The Gaiety Champions:

Alan Richmond Allison Armour Andrew H McLean Anne Ledgerwood Anne Monaghan Archie Cuthbert Bill & Elise Walker Caroline and Iain McDonald Catherine Costello Charles and Odette Frazer Colin Loy Derek and Tricia Watts Diana Storrie Douglas Sanderson Elizabeth Green Evelyn Shields Fred Fuller Ian McKay Jacqueline Mawson James Austin James Duncan Janet Sqjuire Jennifer Dudney Jennifer West John Gow John Morrison John S Duffy Ken and Carolyn O’Hara Lilian Turley Linda Reid Lionel and June Foreman Lisa Daly Lynda Sparks Margaret and Iain Mackie Margaret and Matthew Gibson Marilyn Muir Mary M Murray Moira and William Yuill Mr&Mrs W Lille Mrs MJ Berry Mrs Shirley Scott Nigel B Murray Norma Clarkson Patricia Cowan Patricia Mathieson Rishaad Moudden Robert Ferguson

Ronald J Richmond Roy Wallace-Bull Sarah McCallum Stephen and Ingrid McCormick Susan Porteous Teresa Scott Vikki Spencer Vince and Sue Hope Wendy Annan William Caven

Community Sponsors: Ayr Arts Guild Ayr Jazz Festival Ayr & Prestwick Lions Club Barr Tearoom Belleisle Boys Cake Fund Boots Chemists, Ayr CJM Accountancy Fraser Memorial Trust Glasgow Ayrshire Society Hillhouse Quarry Group Karen Douglas Dancers Kyle Care Mobility Lamonts Solicitors Mac TV Park’s Motor Group Rotary Club of Ayr Rotary Club of Girvan Stage Door Cafe The Scottish Music Hall & Variety Theatre Society Contributor lists are interchanged and updated for each new program, if your name is missing it should appear in our next program.

Our major sponsors:

Trusts and foundations: WREN TRUST THE FOYLE FOUNDATION THE HUGH FRASER FOUNDATION THE JOHN D SCOTT TRUST SCOTTISH GOVERNMENT ROBERT BARR’S CHARITABLE TRUST ROBERTSON TRUST RBS SKILLS AND OPPORTUNITIES FUND SOUTH AYRSHIRE WASTE AND ENVIRONMENT TRUST AYRSHIRE LEADER SOUTH AYRSHIRE HEALTH & SOCIAL CARE PARTNERSHIP THEATRES TRUST & WOLFSON FOUNDATION

ART AT THE GAIETY All of the artwork being exhibited at The Gaiety is for sale, with 20% of the sale price being donated by the artists as commission to the Gaiety Restoration Fund. Our volunteer Visual Arts Coordinator Shona sources high quality artists from throughout Ayrshire and displays a variety of art in the Stage Door Café throughout the year. If you enjoy purchasing artworks, consider doing it in a way that will help The Gaiety.

For more information on purchasing or to enquire about exhibiting with us, please contact our Visual Arts Coordinator Shona Quayle at shonaquayle@gmail.com or ask one of our Ticket Desk Volunteers.

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