What to do and see in Dumfries and Galloway, Scotland: The Best Concerts & Shows

The oldest theatre in Scotland, the Theatre Royal is in the heart of Dumfries and first opened its doors in 1792. It has strong associations with the renowned Scottish poet Robert Burns, who wrote several pieces specifically for its stage. The newly refurbished building includes several new spaces while maintaining many of the historic features, ushering Scotland’s oldest theatre into the 21st Century. Attend one of the touring productions presented throughout the year, which includes live music, stand-up comedy and theatrical dramas. The Guild of Players presents a regular season of four shows as well as a family-friendly Christmas pantomime. Grab a drink at the bar before the show or enjoy a meal from the customised theatre menus at nearby restaurants. Want to get hands-on at the theatre? You can participate in one of the workshops or join our group of fantastic volunteers and help build sets and design costumes.

CatStrand Arts & Visitor Centre is a unique venue in the historic Royal Burgh of New Galloway at the gateway to the Galloway Forest Park. Gift Shop specialising in local arts and crafts/ Licensed café serving light lunches and home baking/ Outdoor seating area/ Year round programme of cinema, music, theatre & dance events/ Art exhibitions/ Local & regional information/ Free wi-fi/ Open 7 days.

We are a theatre and live music venue 25 miles north of Carlisle, nestled in the Esk Valley. We have a large programme of live events with music to suit every taste and occasionally live theatre. We show NT Live screenings and Royal Opera House and National Ballet screenings too. We can be hired for meetings, weddings, parties, anything you want really! There is a coffee shop cafe open Tuesdays to Fridays 10.30-2.00 and we host a Local Producers Market on the first Saturday of the month.