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A Christmas Carol

Draw near for a feast of mistletoe and merriment in the company of Marley, Fezziwig, and Cratchit et al to discover the true meaning of Christmas: tenderness for the past, courage for the present, and hope for the future. Taking inspiration from Dickens’ original performances of his own work and utilising the brilliant narrator of the novel to bring the story to life, this solo piece by is performed by Dyad Productions is performed by Andrew Margerison and directed by Rebecca Vaughan.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

A Complete Unknown (15)

At the Newport Folk Festival in 1965, a young Bob Dylan shakes up his act on the folk music scene by going electric and siring rock as the voice of a generation - defining one of the most transformative moments in 20th century music.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Alan Bissett: The Moira Trilogy

Since 2009, Alan Bissett’s ‘one-woman show’ The Moira Monologues, about Moira Bell – single mother, cleaner and Falkirk’s Hardest Woman – has been leaving audiences all over Scotland weak with laughter and garnering rave reviews. Alan continued Moira’s story with More Moira Monologues in 2017, which won a Fringe First and was shortlisted for Best New Play at the Critics Awards’ for Theatre in Scotland (CATS), then 2022’s Moira in Lockdown. Now, for the first time, Alan will be touring all three shows as a ‘one-nighter’, giving audiences the chance to experience Moira’s hilarious journey in a single sitting.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Amerrycana Christmas

The Downright Homespun Radio Company presents Amerrycana Christmas 2024 It’s another Christmas Ho-Ho-Hoedown at the Grand Old Eastgate Theatre with the DHRC House Band and our Royal Company of Radio Actors bringing you baw-bustin’ music and razor-sharpcomedy this yuletide season. .

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Andre Rieu: The Dream Continues (PG)

André Rieu has turned 75 and invites you to join him in celebrating his birthday as he sails through his hometown of Maastricht on a beautiful boat with his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra by his side. This brand new cinema special is a tribute to André's childhood dream of forming his own orchestra and traveling the world. The film features a selection of André's favorite performances during his worldwide tours and some of the Johann Strauss Orchestra's finest moments with the maestro.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Andy's Man Club

Join the creative team and cast for their first informal sharing of some of the songs and scenes from this developing work. In addition to the sharing you will hear more about the vital work that Andys Man Club undertakes, meet some members, and hear from the creative team about plans for this new musical.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Ballet (Friday)

Develop technique using both barre and centre work, with a chance each week to explore beautiful lyrical movement.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

Ballet (Monday)

A rigorous class combining both classical and modern ballet technique.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Ballet (Tuesday)

Develop technique using both barre and centre work, with a chance each week to explore beautiful lyrical movement.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Ballet Saturday Workshop (March)

Sara Boles leads this three hour ballet workshop. Starting with a barre warm up then recreate a piece from a well loved ballet.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Ballet Self Led (Friday)

A chance for class regulars to practice at the barre while tutor Sara takes a break (resuming Fridays classes on 31 January).

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

Ballet Self Led (Tuesday)

A chance for class regulars to practice at the barre while tutor Sara takes a break (resuming Tuesday classes on 28 January).

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Blue Giant Orkestar

Blue Giant Orkestar are a tunetastic trans-European gold-plated instrumental hydra of nuclear brass, searing fiddle, pounding tuba, one enormous Russian concert accordion and a percussion section that could flatten your house.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (15)

Bridget Jones returns, navigating single motherhood, dating mishaps, and unexpected challenges in this hilarious and heartfelt new chapter.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Celebrating Life and Death

Would you like to find out what being a Humanist is all about? The Borders Group of Humanist Society Scotland is holding an awareness event where they will give background on Humanist weddings and funerals, update on active campaigns such as The Assisted Dying Bill (Scotland), and allow you a chance to meet members of the local group to find out if you might be a Humanist.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Chris Stout & Kris Drever

Kris Drever and Chris Stout are icons of the Scottish roots culture and two of the most powerful contemporary voices to sing out of it in the last quarter century.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Christmas Ceilidh Tea Dance

Location Hydro Hotel

subvenue Ballroom

Conclave (12A)

When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with selecting a new Pope, one of the world's most secretive and ancient events, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could shake the very foundation of the Catholic Church.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Contemporary Dance (Monday)

Focus on building strong contemporary technique, including floor work, and contribute to a wide range of choreographed pieces.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Cool Yule Christmas Show

This swinging Christmas tips its hat to the golden era of the Las Vegas stage. La Dolce Vita’s five piece band will play all the holiday hits with songs by artists such as Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, Mel Torme,Tony Bennett and Ella Fitzgerald.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Dr. Strangelove (15)

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. When a rogue U.S. General triggers a nuclear attack, a surreal race takes place, seeing the Government and one eccentric scientist scramble to avert global destruction.This explosively funny satire is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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FOE Film Night

Join the friends for a very special screening of South Pacific. Doors will open at 7pm for a themed evening of fun, frolic and surprises. Dig out your grass skirts, lays and navy uniforms and sing-a-long to some old favourites.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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FOE Quiz Night

It’s time for another big laughs, high spirits, Friends of the Eastgate Quiz Night! Teams can be up to 5 people, but we’re all friends here, so please feel free to enter on your own and the Friends will make up teams on the night.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Festive Film: Elf

Follow Buddy the Elf on a hilarious adventure to New York City as he discovers his true identity and spreads Christmas cheer.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Festive Film: Home Alone

Experience holiday hijinks as young Kevin McCallister defends his home from burglars in the classic Christmas comedy Home Alone.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Festive Film: The Polar Express

Join a magical journey on Christmas Eve aboard the Polar Express, where a young boy discovers the true spirit of Christmas.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Festive Film: Wonka

Explore the whimsical world of Willy Wonka, where imagination, wonder, and adventure collide in this enchanting film.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

FitSteps

FitSteps is an energetic, upbeat dance fitness class featuring all of your favourite strictly dances taught by our very own energetic and upbeat dance coach Alex! This is a high energy, full body workout designed to give real measurable fitness results – but you’ll have so much fun you won’t even realise you’re getting fit. Five weeks of sessions running Thursday 21 November - 19 December.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

FitSteps

FitSteps is an energetic, upbeat dance fitness class featuring all of your favourite strictly dances taught by our very own energetic and upbeat dance coach Alex! This is a high energy, full body workout designed to give real measurable fitness results – but you’ll have so much fun you won’t even realise you’re getting fit.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

FitSteps

FitSteps is an energetic, upbeat dance fitness class featuring all of your favourite strictly dances taught by our very own energetic and upbeat dance coach Alex! This is a high energy, full body workout designed to give real measurable fitness results – but you’ll have so much fun you won’t even realise you’re getting fit.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Footloose

Stardust Performance Arts burst onto the Eastgate stage with exhilarating results in this musical rendition of Footloose. This all-singing, all-dancing musical based on the cult classic film will make you kick off your Sunday shoes and tap your toes with hit numbers including ‘Let’s Hear It for the Boy’, ‘Holding out for a Hero’ and of course ‘Footloose’.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Gladiator II (15)

Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people. With Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal. Runtime: 2h 28 mins

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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INTRUDER | INTRUZ

Written and performed by Remi Rachuba, Polish writer/performer, INTRUDER | INTRUZ, is a semi-autobiographical non-linear bilingual solo-piece about fulfilling your dreams, mental health, and forgiveness.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Introduction to Ballet (Monday)

Ballet improves posture, strength, balance and range of movement. Suitable for absolute beginners or those returning after a break.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Jazz Dance (Friday) Session 1

Enjoy rhythmic music? This class keeps you moving while improving strength and flexibility in a class full of fun.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

Jazz Dance (Friday) Session 2

Enjoy rhythmic music? This class keeps you moving while improving strength and flexibility in a class full of fun.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

Jazz Dance (Tuesday)

Enjoy rhythmic music? This class keeps you moving while improving strength and flexibility in a class full of fun.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Jazz Dance Self Led (Tuesday)

Class regulars can come together during these self-led sessions while tutor Sara takes a break (resuming Tuesday classes on 28 January).

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Jazz Dance Workshop (Dec)

Enjoy rhythmic music?, take this one off opportunity to laugh and build strength ready for the festive season.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Legends of American Country

Three fantastic singers, a live band, authentic stage set and state of the art production transport you to Nashville and back in one night. Acclaimed tributes to country music legends including Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Tammy Wynette and Kenny Rogers, plus new ones to Hank Williams, Alan Jackson, Glen Campbell, Garth Brooks and Jim Reeves.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Let's Pretend

Introduce your 3 – 5-year-old to the wonderful world of theatre during these joyful classes. Fun filled drama workshops with singing, movement, puppets, games and acting.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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MACBETH: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo

David Tennant and Cush Jumbo lead a stellar cast in a new 5-star production of Shakespeare’s MACBETH, filmed live at the Donmar Warehouse in London. Unsettling intimacy and brutal action combine at breakneck speed as Max Webster directs this tragic tale of love, murder, and nature’s power of renewal.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Memory Lane Music

A cheerful hour of song and music for adults living with dementia and their carers, led by musicians Francis Taylor and Robbie Tatler. Followed by a social café with refreshments. FREE but class is very busy so, to avoid disappointment, places must be booked in advance. No class on Wed 19 February.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Mhairi Black: Politics Isn't For Me

Former MP Mhairi Black embraces her trademark dark sense of humour to reflect on her time in Westminster, providing a first-hand, ruthlessly honest look at 21st century politics. ‘A winning stage debut’ - The Guardian ‘Mhairi certainly doesn’t hold back… a barnstorming comic debut’ - The National

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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MiP Odysseus Piano Trio

The Odysseus Piano Trio’s programme includes two great classics of the piano trio repertoire, Beethoven’s Trio in D Major, Op.70, No.1 (the “Ghost”) and Brahms’ Trio No.1 in B major, Op.8.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

MiP Patron's Concert 2025

The Patron’s Concerts have been highlights of recent seasons. As well as being treated to recitals by Gina McCormack herself, with regular duo partner Nigel Clayton, the concerts have also introduced audiences to some outstandingly talented young musicians, hand-picked by Gina, including cellist Madelyn Kowalski, violinist Michelle Dierx, pianist Maurizio Arroyo Reyes and saxophonist Lewis Banks, all of whom have since embarked on exciting musical careers.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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MiP Roo Geddes & Neil Sutcliffe

Roo Geddes and Neil Sutcliffe combine their shared experience across classical, folk and jazz to create original music for violin and accordion. Their compositions are inspired by landscape and people, and by the ways in which music can evoke a sense of place and community.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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MiP Song Over Scotland

Scotland's dramatic history is illuminated by story and folksong. Singer Robyn Stapleton, a BBC traditional musician of the year, and historian Professor David Purdie present a national story, reflecting the unique musical heritage of the people. The history and the songs are accompanied by glorious images from the National Records of Scotland and the music of pianist Alistair Iain Paterson.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Moana 2 (PG)

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys alongside Maui and a new crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced. Runtime 1h 40 mins.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Morag Brown and Lewis Powell-Reid

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Movement for All

Improve balance, flexibility, coordination and confidence in this fun creative class. With movement and singing to live piano, this class is suitable for adults living with chronic pain, mobility issues, Parkinson's, MS - any condition that would benefit from regular physical activity and social interaction.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Mufasa: the Lion King (PG)

Rafiki relays the legend of Mufasa to lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion a journey of misfits searching for their destiny and working together to evade a threatening and deadly foe. Runtime 2 hours approx.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Paddington in Peru

Paddington embarks on an adventure through the Amazon rain forest and the mountains of Peru.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Peeblesshire JAC Annual Variety Show

Peeblesshire Young Farmers return with their annual variety show full of songs, stories, hilarious sketches and jokes.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Queer (15)

In 1950s Mexico City, William Lee, an American expat in his late forties, leads a solitary life amidst a small American community. However, the arrival in town of Eugene Allerton, a young student, stirs William into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone. Stars Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey. Runtime 2h 18 mins.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Rhythm Kids

Shake, rattle, and roll in this lively class full of fun and musical games with percussion instruments. This is the perfect place to start exploring the wonderful world of music with your toddler. For ages: 18m – 3 yrs, and their grown ups.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Romeo and Juliet - Royal Ballet

The greatest love story ever told – through ballet.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Scottish Opera Highlights Tour

Opera Highlights is back on the road in 2025, touring to 24 venues across Scotland with an original piano-accompanied production. This season’s snappy, playful show by director Rebecca Meltzer and designer Kenneth MacLeod explores and celebrates Scotland’s rich landscape. The operatic snapshots, curated for the first time by Fiona MacSherry, Scottish Opera’s Head of Music, form vignettes taking place at the country’s many varied train stations – places of greetings and goodbyes, reunions and setting off on new adventures, where all walks of life can coexist and interact equally.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Seated Movement with Dance for Parkinsons

Improve balance, flexibility, coordination and confidence in this fun creative class. With movement and singing to live piano, this class is suitable for adults living with chronic pain, mobility issues, Parkinson's, MS - any condition that would benefit from regular physical activity and social interaction.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Swan Lake

Classical ballet's most powerful tale of love, treachery and forgiveness. Bringing together Tchaikovsky’s sensational score with the incredible imagination of choreographer Liam Scarlett and designer John Macfarlane, Swan Lake on the big screen will be an exceptional way to experience this ultimate ballet classic.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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TSoc Osprey Colonisation of the Scottish Borders

The Borders, with plentiful fishing opportunites, forested areas for nesting sites and very little disturbance, provides the perfect habitat for ospreys. Tony Lightly discusses how the birds were attracted to the area and the current staus of the population.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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TSoc The Ancient Volcanoes of Southern Scotland

Volcanologist Dr Stephen Blake reveals how the volcanic rocks of southern Scotland are globally significant to the scientific understanding of how the Earth works as a planet.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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TSoc Two wars, a Revolution and a Potato

Dr Keith Dawson is an environmental scientist and agronomist who has worked on six continents in over five decades. This talk will focus on food security and his global travels being involved in projects in Sudan and Cuba.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Tae Sup wi' a Fifer

Tae Sup wi' a Fifer delivers a relaxed evening with a multi-artist line-up of big names and new discoveries from the worlds of music, poetry and spoken word. Singer-songwriter and author James Yorkston's travelling road show returns with multi-platinum-selling Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall who rose to fame with her 2004 debut album ‘Eye To The Telescope’ (Relentless Records) and has since won two Brit Awards, a Grammy and an Ivor Novello Award; writer for publications including The New York Times and Guardian, NPR favourite and comedian Maeve Higgins whose starring role in the comedy horror movie ‘Extra Ordinary’ garnered her acclaim around the world; and Isle-of-Eigg dwelling electro-acoustic psych-pop maverick and Lost Map records champion of idiosyncratic music talent Pictish Trail, bringing music from his fifth and latest album ‘Island Family’.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Tap (Tuesday)

High energy and fast moving tap class. Refresh basic steps and learn new ones, giving both the brain and body an allover workout.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

The Actor's Studio

Keep calm and... Improvise! The Actor’s Studio is celebrating it’s first birthday. Now’s the perfect time to join in with this fun, improvisation class. Classes are drop in, no prep, no fuss. Just turn up to hone your acting, vocal, pivoting, spontaneity and imaginative skills! Classes are lead by theatre director Clare Prenton. No acting experience necessary, though if you do, that’s ok too. The course will look at short-form and long-form improvisation, which Clare will guide you through. Block 1: 6 Jan – 10 Feb, Block 2: 24 Feb – 31 Mar

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

The Brutalist (18)

When visionary architect László Toth and his wife Erzsébet flee post-war Europe in 1947 to rebuild their legacy and witness the birth of modern America, their lives are changed forever by a mysterious and wealthy client.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Dreamtime Fellrunner

The Dreamtime Fellrunner is a poetic, fun and moving exploration of Julie’s fellrunning life. Presenting fellrunning as a type of land art and spiritual practice, this is an aesthetic performance which allows people to experience the beauty of a wonderful sport, regardless of their degree of familiarity with the fells and running.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Importance of Being Earnest (12A)

Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate. Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Jensen Interceptors

Peebles local, Gary Martin, fronts one of Scotland's premier blues bands playing original compositions and classics from the likes of Little Walter, Sonny Boy Williamson & Paul Butterfield amongst many other blues greats.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Mills of Tweeddale

Join Peebles Civic Society in another instalment in this fascinating partnership project helping to record and preserve the history and heritage of the industry through those who made it happen.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Nutcracker

Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive, on screen, treat for the whole family. Julia Trevelyan Oman’s period designs bring festive charm to Peter Wright’s beloved Royal Ballet production, as fairytale magic comes together with spectacular dancing in this unforgettable classic ballet.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Pride of Scotland

X Factor finalists the MacDonald Bros celebrate everything wonderful about Scotland’s music scene in their new show the Pride of Scotland. Covering all genres of Scottish music from the Bay City Rollers, to the Proclaimers to traditional Scottish music and a nod to some of their famous influences, this is sure to be a night to remember.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Tales of Hoffman

Through the haze of the years, a poet remembers the women he loved. But when it comes to matters of the heart, nothing is as it seems. Particularly when the devil himself is involved… Journeying back to his school days, Hoffmann relives his childhood romance with Olympia, a model student in every sense. Doomed love follows him into adulthood, where the dancer, Antonia, is taken from him too soon. Meanwhile, the sensual courtesan Giulietta has her own secret agenda. As memory and fantasy becomes increasingly blurred, will Hoffmann find the enigmatic Stella before it is too late? Sung in French with English subtitles. Running time 4 hours (including two intervals).

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Up Town Comedy

Up Town Comedy is an exciting pop-up comedy show dedicated to providing a laugh-out-loud, local night out. Created by Scottish comedian Stuart Mitchell, the longest running panellist on BBC Scotland’s Breaking the News and rising TikTok star, this quarterly comedy night showcases some of the very best performers across the UK as well as international acts and surprise appearances from the biggest stars testing new material before their arena tours as well as rising stars preparing to hit the big time!

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF An Evening with Helen Mort

An award-winning poet and novelist with a wonderfully eclectic body of work, Helen Mort has a particular interest in women and mountaineering

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Another 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs

Longer, higher, steeper! The reissue of this lactic acid-inducing follow-up to Simon Warren’s original bestselling 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs is packed with another century of deliciously painful ascents. Join Simon as he shares his fascination with seriously steep roads and takes his audience on an enticing tour of brutal hill climbs from Cornwall to the Isle of Skye, via East Anglia and the Isle of Man. Simon appears in conversation with travel writer, presenter and keen cyclist Stuart Kenny.

Location The Cross Keys

subvenue The Cross Keys

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WWF Bothy - in seatch of simple shelter

The word ‘bothy’ conjures many things in the minds of those who love the mountains and wild places – and Kat Hill’s stirring, erudite book will likely make many of us feel even more deeply about why these simple mountain shelters are so special.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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WWF Cull of the Wild

A writer and ecologist who loathes the idea of harming any animal, Hugh Warwick has described Cull of the Wild as the hardest book he has ever written. Taking a balanced and often humorous approach to an emotive subject, he explores the global movement of species and their impacts.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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WWF Hunt for the Shadow Wolf

Join Derek as he uncovers the true nature of a shadowy animal and his dream that, with greater understanding, we might one day see wolves return to these shores.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Local Hero Secret Session

Runners, cyclists, swimmers – and sometimes all three! Come and hear what makes some of these remarkable ‘local heroes’ tick – and perhaps be inspired to follow in their footsteps.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Makin a Mackem

How can we balance our need to belong with our desire for freedom? It is a question explored by veteran champion fell runner Julie Carter in a memoir grounded in a three-day run from Cumbria to Tyneside.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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WWF Mountain Women

A fabulous opportunity to hear from two phenomenal female endurance athletes as Anna Wells (the first woman to climb all 282 of Scotland’s Munros in a single winter season) and Jamie Aarons (World Record holder – male or female – for the fastest self-propelled, continuous Munro round: 31 days, 10 hours) compare notes and chat about their love of Scotland’s mountains.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Notes from Sheepland

A delightfully left-field look at the life of lipstick-wearing, potty-mouthed, no-nonsense artist and shepherd, Orla Barry. She escapes the studio by going to the sheep and escapes the sheep by hiding in her studio: a floating between worlds that reveals a primal, poetic and unpredictable bond with nature and the outdoors.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF REWILD

After a decade exploring brain cells in the lab, writer and biologist Ben Martynoga has turned his scientific eye to writing about intriguing subjects in his Explodapedia series of illustrated popular science books for young adults. Join us for an engaging discussion where a panel of Tweed Reads readers from Peebles High School will put their questions to Ben.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Running Through the Dark

In this courageous memoir, Jen has written about running, yes, but also much more: grief, childlessness, career burnout, a chronic health condition, resilience, the power of exercise and how, sometimes in life – or often – our expectations have to be reset.

Location The Park Hotel

subvenue The Park Hotel

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WWF The Eagle with the Sunlit Eye

Pulling back the curtain on the reintroduction process, combining breathtaking visuals with heart stopping action, and even turning the cameras onto the filmmakers themselves, this sweeping documentary asks whether we will ever learn to live alongside the eagle with the sunlit eye. Includes online Q&A with director, Ted Simpson.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF The Last Sunset in the West

After completing her PhD in marine biology, Natalie Sanders developed a deep fascination with orcas, particularly the culturally and ecologically unique community off Scotland’s West Coast. In The Last Sunset in the West, Natalie shares the poignant story of these orcas and others around the world struggling to survive in a rapidly changing environment.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF The Mountain Within Me

Having suffered a catastrophic spinal cord injury, professional rugby player Ed Jackson's world changed forever. The Mountain Within Me charts Ed’s journey of recovery as he scales the mental and physical heights of Snowdonia, the Alps and Himalayas and comes to terms with life-altering challenges closer to home.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF The Winter of Our Lives

Having appeared with us in 2023 with her book The Cold Fix – a journey into the allure of cold-water swimming – Sara Barnes makes a welcome return with her first work of fiction.

Location Neidpath Castle

subvenue Laigh Hall

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WWF What can writers do for wild places?

Cosy up in beautiful Milne & Pickles as Kate Rawles, a writer and cyclist who uses adventurous journeys to raise awareness about environmental issues, explores the importance of telling stories about adventures in wild places – and how we can all play our part.

Location Milne & Pickles

subvenue Milne & Pickles

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WWF Where the Wildflowers Grow

Join Leif Bersweden, author of Where the Wildflowers Grow and The Orchid Hunter to revel in the joy of ‘botanising’ – the simple act of wandering along and noticing the wild plants growing around you.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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WWF Wild Horizons: Shorts Programme

A mix of short films – from fast and wild to more contemplative – that celebrate outdoor adventure and exploration in all its forms.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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We Live in Time (15)

An up-and-coming chef (Florence Pugh) and a recent divorcée (Andrew Garfield) find their lives forever changed when a chance encounter brings them together, in a decade-spanning, deeply moving romance. Runtime 1h 48 mins.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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We Three Kings

Three outstanding West End artists pay tribute to the kings of Rock 'n' Roll, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley - all backed by a four-piece band and done in true Rock 'n' Roll style!

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Wicked (PG)

Elphaba, an ostracized but defiant girl born with green skin, and Glinda, a privileged aristocrat born popular, become extremely unlikely friends in the magical Land of Oz. As the two girls struggle with their opposing personalities, their friendship is tested as both begin to fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and The Wicked Witch of the West. Runtime 2h 40 mins.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Will Barnes Quartet

Join the Will Barnes Quartet for the second leg of their ‘Source of the Severn’ tour this Autumn and Winter. Presenting songs from their acclaimed album, which is an exploration of the rugged landscape of Mid Wales and the Marches. They will be joined by skilled landscape artist Erin Hughes, providing a captivating live visual show to accompany the quartet’s performance, igniting the imagination of the audience, and making this a performance not to be missed.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Wolf Witch Giant Fairy

Do not miss this screening of an 'enchantingly staged' family folk opera, following the triumphant, Olivier Award-winning run in 2021. Red Riding Hood is tasked with delivering bread to her Grandmother, deep in the heart of the fairy-tale forest. But en route, Red meets a cunning Wolf who tricks her into taking a different path. Along the way, Red stumbles into a colourful cast of characters, including a scary witch, a talking cat and a rather persuasive Peddler. Join our ragtag band of wild musicians as they guide all the family through this famous tale with new twists, turns, magic and song.

Location Eastgate Theatre

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A Christmas Carol

Draw near for a feast of mistletoe and merriment in the company of Marley, Fezziwig, and Cratchit et al to discover the true meaning of Christmas: tenderness for the past, courage for the present, and hope for the future. Taking inspiration from Dickens’ original performances of his own work and utilising the brilliant narrator of the novel to bring the story to life, this solo piece by is performed by Dyad Productions is performed by Andrew Margerison and directed by Rebecca Vaughan.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

A Complete Unknown (15)

At the Newport Folk Festival in 1965, a young Bob Dylan shakes up his act on the folk music scene by going electric and siring rock as the voice of a generation - defining one of the most transformative moments in 20th century music.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Alan Bissett: The Moira Trilogy

Since 2009, Alan Bissett’s ‘one-woman show’ The Moira Monologues, about Moira Bell – single mother, cleaner and Falkirk’s Hardest Woman – has been leaving audiences all over Scotland weak with laughter and garnering rave reviews. Alan continued Moira’s story with More Moira Monologues in 2017, which won a Fringe First and was shortlisted for Best New Play at the Critics Awards’ for Theatre in Scotland (CATS), then 2022’s Moira in Lockdown. Now, for the first time, Alan will be touring all three shows as a ‘one-nighter’, giving audiences the chance to experience Moira’s hilarious journey in a single sitting.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Amerrycana Christmas

The Downright Homespun Radio Company presents Amerrycana Christmas 2024 It’s another Christmas Ho-Ho-Hoedown at the Grand Old Eastgate Theatre with the DHRC House Band and our Royal Company of Radio Actors bringing you baw-bustin’ music and razor-sharpcomedy this yuletide season. .

Location Eastgate Theatre

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Andre Rieu: The Dream Continues (PG)

André Rieu has turned 75 and invites you to join him in celebrating his birthday as he sails through his hometown of Maastricht on a beautiful boat with his beloved Johann Strauss Orchestra by his side. This brand new cinema special is a tribute to André's childhood dream of forming his own orchestra and traveling the world. The film features a selection of André's favorite performances during his worldwide tours and some of the Johann Strauss Orchestra's finest moments with the maestro.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Andy's Man Club

Join the creative team and cast for their first informal sharing of some of the songs and scenes from this developing work. In addition to the sharing you will hear more about the vital work that Andys Man Club undertakes, meet some members, and hear from the creative team about plans for this new musical.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Ballet (Friday)

Develop technique using both barre and centre work, with a chance each week to explore beautiful lyrical movement.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

Ballet (Monday)

A rigorous class combining both classical and modern ballet technique.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Ballet (Tuesday)

Develop technique using both barre and centre work, with a chance each week to explore beautiful lyrical movement.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Ballet Saturday Workshop (March)

Sara Boles leads this three hour ballet workshop. Starting with a barre warm up then recreate a piece from a well loved ballet.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Ballet Self Led (Friday)

A chance for class regulars to practice at the barre while tutor Sara takes a break (resuming Fridays classes on 31 January).

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

Ballet Self Led (Tuesday)

A chance for class regulars to practice at the barre while tutor Sara takes a break (resuming Tuesday classes on 28 January).

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Blue Giant Orkestar

Blue Giant Orkestar are a tunetastic trans-European gold-plated instrumental hydra of nuclear brass, searing fiddle, pounding tuba, one enormous Russian concert accordion and a percussion section that could flatten your house.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Bridget Jones: Mad About the Boy (15)

Bridget Jones returns, navigating single motherhood, dating mishaps, and unexpected challenges in this hilarious and heartfelt new chapter.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Celebrating Life and Death

Would you like to find out what being a Humanist is all about? The Borders Group of Humanist Society Scotland is holding an awareness event where they will give background on Humanist weddings and funerals, update on active campaigns such as The Assisted Dying Bill (Scotland), and allow you a chance to meet members of the local group to find out if you might be a Humanist.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Chris Stout & Kris Drever

Kris Drever and Chris Stout are icons of the Scottish roots culture and two of the most powerful contemporary voices to sing out of it in the last quarter century.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Christmas Ceilidh Tea Dance

Location Hydro Hotel

subvenue Ballroom

Conclave (12A)

When Cardinal Lawrence is tasked with selecting a new Pope, one of the world's most secretive and ancient events, he finds himself at the center of a conspiracy that could shake the very foundation of the Catholic Church.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Contemporary Dance (Monday)

Focus on building strong contemporary technique, including floor work, and contribute to a wide range of choreographed pieces.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Cool Yule Christmas Show

This swinging Christmas tips its hat to the golden era of the Las Vegas stage. La Dolce Vita’s five piece band will play all the holiday hits with songs by artists such as Frank Sinatra, Nat King Cole, Dean Martin, Mel Torme,Tony Bennett and Ella Fitzgerald.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Dr. Strangelove (15)

Seven-time BAFTA Award-winner Steve Coogan plays four roles in the world premiere stage adaptation of Stanley Kubrick’s comedy masterpiece Dr. Strangelove. When a rogue U.S. General triggers a nuclear attack, a surreal race takes place, seeing the Government and one eccentric scientist scramble to avert global destruction.This explosively funny satire is led by a world-renowned creative team including Emmy Award-winner Armando Iannucci and Olivier Award-winner Sean Foley.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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FOE Film Night

Join the friends for a very special screening of South Pacific. Doors will open at 7pm for a themed evening of fun, frolic and surprises. Dig out your grass skirts, lays and navy uniforms and sing-a-long to some old favourites.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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FOE Quiz Night

It’s time for another big laughs, high spirits, Friends of the Eastgate Quiz Night! Teams can be up to 5 people, but we’re all friends here, so please feel free to enter on your own and the Friends will make up teams on the night.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Festive Film: Elf

Follow Buddy the Elf on a hilarious adventure to New York City as he discovers his true identity and spreads Christmas cheer.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Festive Film: Home Alone

Experience holiday hijinks as young Kevin McCallister defends his home from burglars in the classic Christmas comedy Home Alone.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Festive Film: The Polar Express

Join a magical journey on Christmas Eve aboard the Polar Express, where a young boy discovers the true spirit of Christmas.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Festive Film: Wonka

Explore the whimsical world of Willy Wonka, where imagination, wonder, and adventure collide in this enchanting film.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

FitSteps

FitSteps is an energetic, upbeat dance fitness class featuring all of your favourite strictly dances taught by our very own energetic and upbeat dance coach Alex! This is a high energy, full body workout designed to give real measurable fitness results – but you’ll have so much fun you won’t even realise you’re getting fit. Five weeks of sessions running Thursday 21 November - 19 December.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

FitSteps

FitSteps is an energetic, upbeat dance fitness class featuring all of your favourite strictly dances taught by our very own energetic and upbeat dance coach Alex! This is a high energy, full body workout designed to give real measurable fitness results – but you’ll have so much fun you won’t even realise you’re getting fit.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

FitSteps

FitSteps is an energetic, upbeat dance fitness class featuring all of your favourite strictly dances taught by our very own energetic and upbeat dance coach Alex! This is a high energy, full body workout designed to give real measurable fitness results – but you’ll have so much fun you won’t even realise you’re getting fit.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Footloose

Stardust Performance Arts burst onto the Eastgate stage with exhilarating results in this musical rendition of Footloose. This all-singing, all-dancing musical based on the cult classic film will make you kick off your Sunday shoes and tap your toes with hit numbers including ‘Let’s Hear It for the Boy’, ‘Holding out for a Hero’ and of course ‘Footloose’.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Gladiator II (15)

Years after witnessing the death of the revered hero Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius is forced to enter the Colosseum after his home is conquered by the tyrannical Emperors who now lead Rome with an iron fist. With rage in his heart and the future of the Empire at stake, Lucius must look to his past to find strength and honor to return the glory of Rome to its people. With Paul Mescal and Pedro Pascal. Runtime: 2h 28 mins

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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INTRUDER | INTRUZ

Written and performed by Remi Rachuba, Polish writer/performer, INTRUDER | INTRUZ, is a semi-autobiographical non-linear bilingual solo-piece about fulfilling your dreams, mental health, and forgiveness.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Introduction to Ballet (Monday)

Ballet improves posture, strength, balance and range of movement. Suitable for absolute beginners or those returning after a break.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Jazz Dance (Friday) Session 1

Enjoy rhythmic music? This class keeps you moving while improving strength and flexibility in a class full of fun.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

Jazz Dance (Friday) Session 2

Enjoy rhythmic music? This class keeps you moving while improving strength and flexibility in a class full of fun.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

Jazz Dance (Tuesday)

Enjoy rhythmic music? This class keeps you moving while improving strength and flexibility in a class full of fun.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Jazz Dance Self Led (Tuesday)

Class regulars can come together during these self-led sessions while tutor Sara takes a break (resuming Tuesday classes on 28 January).

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Jazz Dance Workshop (Dec)

Enjoy rhythmic music?, take this one off opportunity to laugh and build strength ready for the festive season.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Legends of American Country

Three fantastic singers, a live band, authentic stage set and state of the art production transport you to Nashville and back in one night. Acclaimed tributes to country music legends including Dolly Parton, Johnny Cash, Tammy Wynette and Kenny Rogers, plus new ones to Hank Williams, Alan Jackson, Glen Campbell, Garth Brooks and Jim Reeves.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Let's Pretend

Introduce your 3 – 5-year-old to the wonderful world of theatre during these joyful classes. Fun filled drama workshops with singing, movement, puppets, games and acting.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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MACBETH: David Tennant & Cush Jumbo

David Tennant and Cush Jumbo lead a stellar cast in a new 5-star production of Shakespeare’s MACBETH, filmed live at the Donmar Warehouse in London. Unsettling intimacy and brutal action combine at breakneck speed as Max Webster directs this tragic tale of love, murder, and nature’s power of renewal.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Memory Lane Music

A cheerful hour of song and music for adults living with dementia and their carers, led by musicians Francis Taylor and Robbie Tatler. Followed by a social café with refreshments. FREE but class is very busy so, to avoid disappointment, places must be booked in advance. No class on Wed 19 February.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Mhairi Black: Politics Isn't For Me

Former MP Mhairi Black embraces her trademark dark sense of humour to reflect on her time in Westminster, providing a first-hand, ruthlessly honest look at 21st century politics. ‘A winning stage debut’ - The Guardian ‘Mhairi certainly doesn’t hold back… a barnstorming comic debut’ - The National

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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MiP Odysseus Piano Trio

The Odysseus Piano Trio’s programme includes two great classics of the piano trio repertoire, Beethoven’s Trio in D Major, Op.70, No.1 (the “Ghost”) and Brahms’ Trio No.1 in B major, Op.8.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

MiP Patron's Concert 2025

The Patron’s Concerts have been highlights of recent seasons. As well as being treated to recitals by Gina McCormack herself, with regular duo partner Nigel Clayton, the concerts have also introduced audiences to some outstandingly talented young musicians, hand-picked by Gina, including cellist Madelyn Kowalski, violinist Michelle Dierx, pianist Maurizio Arroyo Reyes and saxophonist Lewis Banks, all of whom have since embarked on exciting musical careers.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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MiP Roo Geddes & Neil Sutcliffe

Roo Geddes and Neil Sutcliffe combine their shared experience across classical, folk and jazz to create original music for violin and accordion. Their compositions are inspired by landscape and people, and by the ways in which music can evoke a sense of place and community.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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MiP Song Over Scotland

Scotland's dramatic history is illuminated by story and folksong. Singer Robyn Stapleton, a BBC traditional musician of the year, and historian Professor David Purdie present a national story, reflecting the unique musical heritage of the people. The history and the songs are accompanied by glorious images from the National Records of Scotland and the music of pianist Alistair Iain Paterson.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Moana 2 (PG)

After receiving an unexpected call from her wayfinding ancestors, Moana journeys alongside Maui and a new crew to the far seas of Oceania and into dangerous, long-lost waters for an adventure unlike anything she's ever faced. Runtime 1h 40 mins.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Morag Brown and Lewis Powell-Reid

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Movement for All

Improve balance, flexibility, coordination and confidence in this fun creative class. With movement and singing to live piano, this class is suitable for adults living with chronic pain, mobility issues, Parkinson's, MS - any condition that would benefit from regular physical activity and social interaction.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Mufasa: the Lion King (PG)

Rafiki relays the legend of Mufasa to lion cub Kiara, daughter of Simba and Nala. Told in flashbacks, the story introduces Mufasa as an orphaned cub, lost and alone until he meets a sympathetic lion named Taka—the heir to a royal bloodline. The chance meeting sets in motion a journey of misfits searching for their destiny and working together to evade a threatening and deadly foe. Runtime 2 hours approx.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Paddington in Peru

Paddington embarks on an adventure through the Amazon rain forest and the mountains of Peru.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Peeblesshire JAC Annual Variety Show

Peeblesshire Young Farmers return with their annual variety show full of songs, stories, hilarious sketches and jokes.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Queer (15)

In 1950s Mexico City, William Lee, an American expat in his late forties, leads a solitary life amidst a small American community. However, the arrival in town of Eugene Allerton, a young student, stirs William into finally establishing a meaningful connection with someone. Stars Daniel Craig and Drew Starkey. Runtime 2h 18 mins.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Rhythm Kids

Shake, rattle, and roll in this lively class full of fun and musical games with percussion instruments. This is the perfect place to start exploring the wonderful world of music with your toddler. For ages: 18m – 3 yrs, and their grown ups.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Romeo and Juliet - Royal Ballet

The greatest love story ever told – through ballet.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Scottish Opera Highlights Tour

Opera Highlights is back on the road in 2025, touring to 24 venues across Scotland with an original piano-accompanied production. This season’s snappy, playful show by director Rebecca Meltzer and designer Kenneth MacLeod explores and celebrates Scotland’s rich landscape. The operatic snapshots, curated for the first time by Fiona MacSherry, Scottish Opera’s Head of Music, form vignettes taking place at the country’s many varied train stations – places of greetings and goodbyes, reunions and setting off on new adventures, where all walks of life can coexist and interact equally.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Seated Movement with Dance for Parkinsons

Improve balance, flexibility, coordination and confidence in this fun creative class. With movement and singing to live piano, this class is suitable for adults living with chronic pain, mobility issues, Parkinson's, MS - any condition that would benefit from regular physical activity and social interaction.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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Swan Lake

Classical ballet's most powerful tale of love, treachery and forgiveness. Bringing together Tchaikovsky’s sensational score with the incredible imagination of choreographer Liam Scarlett and designer John Macfarlane, Swan Lake on the big screen will be an exceptional way to experience this ultimate ballet classic.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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TSoc Osprey Colonisation of the Scottish Borders

The Borders, with plentiful fishing opportunites, forested areas for nesting sites and very little disturbance, provides the perfect habitat for ospreys. Tony Lightly discusses how the birds were attracted to the area and the current staus of the population.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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TSoc The Ancient Volcanoes of Southern Scotland

Volcanologist Dr Stephen Blake reveals how the volcanic rocks of southern Scotland are globally significant to the scientific understanding of how the Earth works as a planet.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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TSoc Two wars, a Revolution and a Potato

Dr Keith Dawson is an environmental scientist and agronomist who has worked on six continents in over five decades. This talk will focus on food security and his global travels being involved in projects in Sudan and Cuba.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Tae Sup wi' a Fifer

Tae Sup wi' a Fifer delivers a relaxed evening with a multi-artist line-up of big names and new discoveries from the worlds of music, poetry and spoken word. Singer-songwriter and author James Yorkston's travelling road show returns with multi-platinum-selling Scottish singer-songwriter KT Tunstall who rose to fame with her 2004 debut album ‘Eye To The Telescope’ (Relentless Records) and has since won two Brit Awards, a Grammy and an Ivor Novello Award; writer for publications including The New York Times and Guardian, NPR favourite and comedian Maeve Higgins whose starring role in the comedy horror movie ‘Extra Ordinary’ garnered her acclaim around the world; and Isle-of-Eigg dwelling electro-acoustic psych-pop maverick and Lost Map records champion of idiosyncratic music talent Pictish Trail, bringing music from his fifth and latest album ‘Island Family’.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

Tap (Tuesday)

High energy and fast moving tap class. Refresh basic steps and learn new ones, giving both the brain and body an allover workout.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

The Actor's Studio

Keep calm and... Improvise! The Actor’s Studio is celebrating it’s first birthday. Now’s the perfect time to join in with this fun, improvisation class. Classes are drop in, no prep, no fuss. Just turn up to hone your acting, vocal, pivoting, spontaneity and imaginative skills! Classes are lead by theatre director Clare Prenton. No acting experience necessary, though if you do, that’s ok too. The course will look at short-form and long-form improvisation, which Clare will guide you through. Block 1: 6 Jan – 10 Feb, Block 2: 24 Feb – 31 Mar

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

The Brutalist (18)

When visionary architect László Toth and his wife Erzsébet flee post-war Europe in 1947 to rebuild their legacy and witness the birth of modern America, their lives are changed forever by a mysterious and wealthy client.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Dreamtime Fellrunner

The Dreamtime Fellrunner is a poetic, fun and moving exploration of Julie’s fellrunning life. Presenting fellrunning as a type of land art and spiritual practice, this is an aesthetic performance which allows people to experience the beauty of a wonderful sport, regardless of their degree of familiarity with the fells and running.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Importance of Being Earnest (12A)

Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa (Doctor Who; Sex Education) in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde’s most celebrated comedy. While assuming the role of a dutiful guardian in the country, Jack lets loose in town under a false identity. Meanwhile, his friend Algy adopts a similar facade. Hoping to impress two eligible ladies, the gentlemen find themselves caught in a web of lies they must carefully navigate. Max Webster (Life of Pi) directs this hilarious story of identity, impersonation and romance, filmed live from the National Theatre in London.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Jensen Interceptors

Peebles local, Gary Martin, fronts one of Scotland's premier blues bands playing original compositions and classics from the likes of Little Walter, Sonny Boy Williamson & Paul Butterfield amongst many other blues greats.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Mills of Tweeddale

Join Peebles Civic Society in another instalment in this fascinating partnership project helping to record and preserve the history and heritage of the industry through those who made it happen.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Nutcracker

Discover the enchantment of ballet with this sparkling festive, on screen, treat for the whole family. Julia Trevelyan Oman’s period designs bring festive charm to Peter Wright’s beloved Royal Ballet production, as fairytale magic comes together with spectacular dancing in this unforgettable classic ballet.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Pride of Scotland

X Factor finalists the MacDonald Bros celebrate everything wonderful about Scotland’s music scene in their new show the Pride of Scotland. Covering all genres of Scottish music from the Bay City Rollers, to the Proclaimers to traditional Scottish music and a nod to some of their famous influences, this is sure to be a night to remember.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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The Tales of Hoffman

Through the haze of the years, a poet remembers the women he loved. But when it comes to matters of the heart, nothing is as it seems. Particularly when the devil himself is involved… Journeying back to his school days, Hoffmann relives his childhood romance with Olympia, a model student in every sense. Doomed love follows him into adulthood, where the dancer, Antonia, is taken from him too soon. Meanwhile, the sensual courtesan Giulietta has her own secret agenda. As memory and fantasy becomes increasingly blurred, will Hoffmann find the enigmatic Stella before it is too late? Sung in French with English subtitles. Running time 4 hours (including two intervals).

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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Up Town Comedy

Up Town Comedy is an exciting pop-up comedy show dedicated to providing a laugh-out-loud, local night out. Created by Scottish comedian Stuart Mitchell, the longest running panellist on BBC Scotland’s Breaking the News and rising TikTok star, this quarterly comedy night showcases some of the very best performers across the UK as well as international acts and surprise appearances from the biggest stars testing new material before their arena tours as well as rising stars preparing to hit the big time!

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF An Evening with Helen Mort

An award-winning poet and novelist with a wonderfully eclectic body of work, Helen Mort has a particular interest in women and mountaineering

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Another 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs

Longer, higher, steeper! The reissue of this lactic acid-inducing follow-up to Simon Warren’s original bestselling 100 Greatest Cycling Climbs is packed with another century of deliciously painful ascents. Join Simon as he shares his fascination with seriously steep roads and takes his audience on an enticing tour of brutal hill climbs from Cornwall to the Isle of Skye, via East Anglia and the Isle of Man. Simon appears in conversation with travel writer, presenter and keen cyclist Stuart Kenny.

Location The Cross Keys

subvenue The Cross Keys

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WWF Bothy - in seatch of simple shelter

The word ‘bothy’ conjures many things in the minds of those who love the mountains and wild places – and Kat Hill’s stirring, erudite book will likely make many of us feel even more deeply about why these simple mountain shelters are so special.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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WWF Cull of the Wild

A writer and ecologist who loathes the idea of harming any animal, Hugh Warwick has described Cull of the Wild as the hardest book he has ever written. Taking a balanced and often humorous approach to an emotive subject, he explores the global movement of species and their impacts.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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WWF Hunt for the Shadow Wolf

Join Derek as he uncovers the true nature of a shadowy animal and his dream that, with greater understanding, we might one day see wolves return to these shores.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Local Hero Secret Session

Runners, cyclists, swimmers – and sometimes all three! Come and hear what makes some of these remarkable ‘local heroes’ tick – and perhaps be inspired to follow in their footsteps.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Makin a Mackem

How can we balance our need to belong with our desire for freedom? It is a question explored by veteran champion fell runner Julie Carter in a memoir grounded in a three-day run from Cumbria to Tyneside.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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WWF Mountain Women

A fabulous opportunity to hear from two phenomenal female endurance athletes as Anna Wells (the first woman to climb all 282 of Scotland’s Munros in a single winter season) and Jamie Aarons (World Record holder – male or female – for the fastest self-propelled, continuous Munro round: 31 days, 10 hours) compare notes and chat about their love of Scotland’s mountains.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Notes from Sheepland

A delightfully left-field look at the life of lipstick-wearing, potty-mouthed, no-nonsense artist and shepherd, Orla Barry. She escapes the studio by going to the sheep and escapes the sheep by hiding in her studio: a floating between worlds that reveals a primal, poetic and unpredictable bond with nature and the outdoors.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF REWILD

After a decade exploring brain cells in the lab, writer and biologist Ben Martynoga has turned his scientific eye to writing about intriguing subjects in his Explodapedia series of illustrated popular science books for young adults. Join us for an engaging discussion where a panel of Tweed Reads readers from Peebles High School will put their questions to Ben.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF Running Through the Dark

In this courageous memoir, Jen has written about running, yes, but also much more: grief, childlessness, career burnout, a chronic health condition, resilience, the power of exercise and how, sometimes in life – or often – our expectations have to be reset.

Location The Park Hotel

subvenue The Park Hotel

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WWF The Eagle with the Sunlit Eye

Pulling back the curtain on the reintroduction process, combining breathtaking visuals with heart stopping action, and even turning the cameras onto the filmmakers themselves, this sweeping documentary asks whether we will ever learn to live alongside the eagle with the sunlit eye. Includes online Q&A with director, Ted Simpson.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF The Last Sunset in the West

After completing her PhD in marine biology, Natalie Sanders developed a deep fascination with orcas, particularly the culturally and ecologically unique community off Scotland’s West Coast. In The Last Sunset in the West, Natalie shares the poignant story of these orcas and others around the world struggling to survive in a rapidly changing environment.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF The Mountain Within Me

Having suffered a catastrophic spinal cord injury, professional rugby player Ed Jackson's world changed forever. The Mountain Within Me charts Ed’s journey of recovery as he scales the mental and physical heights of Snowdonia, the Alps and Himalayas and comes to terms with life-altering challenges closer to home.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Auditorium

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WWF The Winter of Our Lives

Having appeared with us in 2023 with her book The Cold Fix – a journey into the allure of cold-water swimming – Sara Barnes makes a welcome return with her first work of fiction.

Location Neidpath Castle

subvenue Laigh Hall

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WWF What can writers do for wild places?

Cosy up in beautiful Milne & Pickles as Kate Rawles, a writer and cyclist who uses adventurous journeys to raise awareness about environmental issues, explores the importance of telling stories about adventures in wild places – and how we can all play our part.

Location Milne & Pickles

subvenue Milne & Pickles

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WWF Where the Wildflowers Grow

Join Leif Bersweden, author of Where the Wildflowers Grow and The Orchid Hunter to revel in the joy of ‘botanising’ – the simple act of wandering along and noticing the wild plants growing around you.

Location Eastgate Theatre

subvenue Anne Younger Studio

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WWF Wild Horizons: Shorts Programme

A mix of short films – from fast and wild to more contemplative – that celebrate outdoor adventure and exploration in all its forms.

Location Eastgate Theatre

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We Live in Time (15)

An up-and-coming chef (Florence Pugh) and a recent divorcée (Andrew Garfield) find their lives forever changed when a chance encounter brings them together, in a decade-spanning, deeply moving romance. Runtime 1h 48 mins.

Location Eastgate Theatre

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We Three Kings

Three outstanding West End artists pay tribute to the kings of Rock 'n' Roll, Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly and Elvis Presley - all backed by a four-piece band and done in true Rock 'n' Roll style!

Location Eastgate Theatre

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Wicked (PG)

Elphaba, an ostracized but defiant girl born with green skin, and Glinda, a privileged aristocrat born popular, become extremely unlikely friends in the magical Land of Oz. As the two girls struggle with their opposing personalities, their friendship is tested as both begin to fulfill their destinies as Glinda the Good and The Wicked Witch of the West. Runtime 2h 40 mins.

Location Eastgate Theatre

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Will Barnes Quartet

Join the Will Barnes Quartet for the second leg of their ‘Source of the Severn’ tour this Autumn and Winter. Presenting songs from their acclaimed album, which is an exploration of the rugged landscape of Mid Wales and the Marches. They will be joined by skilled landscape artist Erin Hughes, providing a captivating live visual show to accompany the quartet’s performance, igniting the imagination of the audience, and making this a performance not to be missed.

Location Eastgate Theatre

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Wolf Witch Giant Fairy

Do not miss this screening of an 'enchantingly staged' family folk opera, following the triumphant, Olivier Award-winning run in 2021. Red Riding Hood is tasked with delivering bread to her Grandmother, deep in the heart of the fairy-tale forest. But en route, Red meets a cunning Wolf who tricks her into taking a different path. Along the way, Red stumbles into a colourful cast of characters, including a scary witch, a talking cat and a rather persuasive Peddler. Join our ragtag band of wild musicians as they guide all the family through this famous tale with new twists, turns, magic and song.

Location Eastgate Theatre

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