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Upcoming Shows
2023
The Ultimate Pop Party
Saturday 3rd June 2.30pm
Get ready for the Ultimate Pop Party! This pop concert extravaganza features the UK's top tribute acts to Ariana Grande (Ariana Live), Dua Lipa (Dupa Lipa) and Little Mix (Little Fix). The biggest solo female pop stars join the world's greatest girl group for the Ultimate Pop Party!
With incredible stage production and professional dancers this is a show not to be missed! Perfect for the little one's first concert experience or a fun day out for all the family! Currently the most-followed woman on Instagram, the most-listened-to solo female artist on Spotify, Ariana Grande is the most influential superstar on the planet. All the hits of the habitual chart topper are brought to life – Thank U Next, 7 Rings, Break Free, Bang Bang and Problem...
Black Magic, Shout Out to My Ex, Wings and Power are hits from X Factor winners Little Mix – now the world's No.1 girl band – are delivered in a high energy show replicating the dynamism, stage presence and vocal abilities of the original group with stunning stage outfits to match.
Our Dua Lipa possesses the looks, range, sound and the style of this iconic pop superstar in a performance featuring costumes taken from the world tours and videos. The show includes undeniable hits including New Rules, Cold Heart, One Kiss, Hallucinate and Don't Start Now.
The Ultimate Pop Party show is the perfect day out for the Ariana Grande, Little Mix and Dua Lipa fan in your life!
Dear Billy -SOLD OUT
Friday 16th June 7.30pm
A LOVE LETTER TO THE BIG YIN FROM THE PEOPLE OF SCOTLAND
There’s a guy. You know him. You know…big hair, wee beard, glasses, talks like that. You know? You know. The guy…The Big Yin.
Billy Connolly needs no introduction. He is a national treasure. From the shipyards of the Clydeside to his trailblazing and extraordinary stage and movie exploits, he is woven into Scottish culture.
Everyone has a Billy Story.
An expert team of story gatherers has created a collection of these moving and hilarious tales. Gary McNair, one of Scotland’s best theatre makers, has turned these stories into a special show celebrating the Big Yin and what he means to us.
Gary is hitting the road with a band, collecting more stories as they go, making every show different.
Each one a unique chance to laugh, sing, and celebrate the man and the legend.
Written and performed by Gary McNair, directed by Joe Douglas, Music by Simon Liddell.
Produced by National Theatre of Scotland
Tickets £12/10, if you are aged 14-26 or on universal credit you can sign up to National Theatre of Scotland's Theatre for a Fiver. Sign up on their web site for the discount code http://www.nationaltheatrescotland.com/theatre-for-a...
Age restriction 12+, contains strong language
Venue is Autism friendly please ask about our Chill Out Space.
THE LARK ASCENDING
Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Wednesday 28th June 7.30pm
PROGRAMME
VAUGHAN The Lark Ascending
WILLIAMS
BRITTEN Frank Bridge Variations
PÄRT Cantus In Memoriam Benjamin Britten
BEETHOVEN Symphony No 1
Isabelle van Keulen director/violin
From the haunting to the life-affirming, this concert has it all.
Vaughan Williams's lark leads the way, soaring effortlessly into the skies before Britten takes potshots at the waltz (and a host of other European standards) in a warm tribute to his teacher.
After Pärt's haunting elegy to Britten, it's time for Beethoven to flex his creative muscles in his very first symphony. It may owe a debt to Haydn, but there's a constant undertow of originality, an undeniable sense of greater things to come ...
Scottish Opera Young Company - Maud & Down in the valley
Saturday 29th July 6pm
★★★★★ ‘...if this is the future of Scottish Opera, it’s in excellent hands.’
- ScotsGay Arts on Rubble (2022)
Scottish Opera Young Company moves between centuries to tell stories of young people finding connection and survival within – and sometimes despite – their respective insular worlds.
Maud, composed by Henry McPherson
In midsummer, while picking blackberries in an ancient wood, a child stumbles upon a tiny creature in the undergrowth. Taking her new-found treasure home, however, not everyone shares her love. A retelling of a traditional folk tale, Maud is written and composed by Henry McPherson – composer, improviser, and teacher – and received its premiere in 2018 as a winner of Scottish Opera’s Opera Sparks competition.
Down in the Valley, composed by Kurt Weill
In another time, two young adults in an isolated religious village have fallen in love against their elder’s wishes – and the girl disobeys her mother to go dancing with the boy. When a horrible accident changes their lives forever, they have one night to reckon with their fates. Composer Kurt Weill’s and librettist Arnold Sundgaard’s magical and menacing folk-inspired opera is a bittersweet coming-of-age tale showing the light and darkness of one claustrophobic community.
By connecting the two operas on a single Hebridean-inspired set that transforms before the audience’s eyes, this immersive double bill shows the grit it takes to survive within and against a harsh landscape and even harsher mob mentalities. Directed by Flora Emily Thomson (As The Seasons Turn 2022) and conducted by SOYC Artistic Director Chris Gray, a cast of 11 young performers bring these two stories to life
Kindly supported by Scottish Opera’s New Commissions Circle, Scottish Opera’s Education Angels, the Leverhulme Trust, Professor Richard Rose and Gordon Fraser Charitable Trust
Part of Scottish Opera's 2023/24 season
Fred MacAulay - What (Ever) Next : Again
Saturday 5th August 8pm
In 2022 Veteran (I prefer ‘Legend’ FM) Scottish stand-up comedian Fred MacAulay hit the road again with a summer tour of 18 venues around Scotland ahead of his run at Edinburgh Fringe in August.
Stand-up comedy had been hit pretty hard by the pandemic and gigs were cancelled as soon as the country went into Lockdown. The return of audiences to theatres and Stand-Up venues was a delight to see.
Fred said: “Putting things in perspective though, there were many things far, far worse than your job disappearing for a couple of years, but it was time to get back into theatres and halls for a bit of a laugh.”
Fred: “I was so pleased to see so many people coming to those shows in 2022 – especially the venues which sold out! I’ve been very fortunate in my career and have done a lot of radio and television shows over the years ….. but what I absolutely love more than anything (about my job) is standing on stage and making a room full of people hoot with laughter …… especially in Scotland”.
So…..there was only one thing for it. Get back out in 2023 and get to some of the places I hadn’t been to in 2022 with an updated show. You can’t stand still in comedy (well you can if the microphone cable is very short) but when much of our lives is concerned with politics…..well we know just how quickly things can change! I’d barely got my pencil sharpened to write gags about Liz Trust and she’d GONE! And she took the UK economy with her.
Expect to hear more tales of Lockdown weddings, gags about complying with the regulations, getting back to work after a long lay-off, things that bound us together …. (like finding out that your bottle bins were too small), the tribulations of getting a train ticket refund, nuisance phone calls …… and ….. OH YES…….becoming a grandparent for the first time!!
Still regarded as one of the top Scottish comics of his generation, Fred MacAulay can be heard on the radio every Sunday morning from 10:00am till 1pm with a mix of music and chat: (Clyde2/Forth2/Tay2/Westsound/Northsound/MFR).
Crisis Live
Saturday 2nd September 7.30pm
Local Rock Band Crisis are Live & Loud at Barrfields Theatre. Get your dancing shoes dusted off and come and join us for a night of classic and modern rock as we fundraise to support all the upcoming shows at Barrfields Theatre.
Pre-booked tickets £5, £8 on the door.
Bar opens at 7pm
Artie's Singing Kettle
Sunday 3rd September 2pm
Wear a funny hat and join Artie who is guaranteed to get the family audience singing along. Singing Kettle favourites all the way. “Boa Constrictor”, “Irish Sea”, “Bunny Fou Fou” and, of course, the most popular of all the Singing Kettle repertoire, “Ye Cannae Shove Yer Granny Aff the Bus” are all likely to feature.
Nostalgia for adults and great fun for kids! A chance to wear your favourite funny hat and join in this unique event for the whole family. Bring Granny too and we'll promise not to "Shove Granny off the Bus"
The Singing Kettle's founder Artie on the road with his original Kettles.
Clues to favourite songs inside - Music Man, Bunny Fou Fou, Eelly Alle 0
The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Wednesday 13th September 7.30pm
The Simon and Garfunkel Story (The International Hit Show)
Following SOLD-OUT performances in London’s West End, a Worldwide tour and standing ovations at every performance, The Simon & Garfunkel Story continues to stun audiences across the globe, making it a must-see international sensation. Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show also features a full live band performing all the hits including Mrs Robinson, Cecilia,Bridge Over Troubled Water, Homeward Bound and many more. Get your tickets fast as this is an evening not to be missed!
"Fantastic” - Elaine Paige, BBC Radio 2
"Authentic and Exciting” - The Stage
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Low Flying Pigeon Presents
Scott Gibson - SLEDGEHAMMER
Friday 6th October 8pm
Scott Gibson, Glasgow’s critically-acclaimed and award-winning son, is back with a brand new hour of darkly comedic storytelling.
Delivered in his trademark, breathlessly inimitable style, Gibson guides you through the turbulent world of Love, sex and relationships. Expect deep, dark and meaningful dives into what it means to be in love, to feel loved and dating women in their 40’s. Covering everything from life in ‘The New World’ to the confusing bond between women and their hair.
When it comes to the subject of Love, sometimes only a ‘Sledgehammer’ can crack through to the good stuff.
Onwards!
‘Riotously funny' ★★★★ The Herald
‘Gut-bustingly funny’ ★★★★ Broadway Baby
‘Gibson has a gift for comedy’ ★★★★ The Guardian
‘Irvine Welsh meets Billy Connolly’ ★★★★ Evening Standard
Que Sera Sera
Saturday 7th October, 2.30pm
Que Sera Sera is a magnificent show that pays homage to one of Hollywood’s greatest stars – Doris Day.
Que Sera Sera is a show that celebrates the lady and the music as we take our audience on a factual musical timeline through Doris Day’s career in music and film.
We start at the beginning of her career during the big band days and then take you on a ‘Sentimental Journey’ to the Hollywood movies that made her the legend that is Doris Day.
This show will be your ‘Secret Love’ as our three international vocalists supported by a team of professional dancers perform these beautiful songs leaving you feeling ‘Bewitched, Bothered and Bewildered’ and full of nostalgia – simply wishing we were back to those good old days. Que Sera Sera has wonderful music and great costumes all complimented by stunning choreography and video projection depicting some wonderful vintage footage of a bygone era.
Que Sera Sera doesn’t mimic the sound and movements of Doris Day – we think she is worth much more than that!
The show is a fan’s tribute to the fantastic songs and memories that Doris Day and her music gave every generation. You'll hear all these classic songs including:
Sentimental Journey
Bewitched, Bothered, Bewildered
Ready, Willing & Able
Teachers Pet
Pillow Talk
Tea for Two
Secret Love
Que Sera Sera
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Endless Love - A Tribute to Lionel Richie & Diana Ross
Friday 13th october 7.30pm
Get ready for the ultimate feel-good show celebrating the music of legendary hitmakers - Lionel Richie and Diana Ross.
Starring a sensational cast, incredible vocals and a stellar live band, the show is packed with Motown classics and timeless smash hits such as ‘I’m Coming Out’, ‘Dancing On The Ceiling’, ‘Upside Down’, ‘Say You Say Me’, ‘Chain Reaction’, ‘All Night Long’, Ain’t No Mountain High Enough’, ‘Hello’,’ Can’t Hurry Love’ plus many more classics from these two legendary artistes featured together for the first time in one amazing production.
Featuring authentic live arrangements taken from both Lionel’s and Diana’s original touring shows, Endless Love is an electrifying, joyful and emotional rollercoaster guaranteed to get you singing along and on your feet! This wonderfully produced show brilliantly captures the glitz, glamour and sentiment of soaring love songs with audiences rocking out to 80s classics and gettin’ down to outright dancefloor fillers.
You already know the words… so, singing voices at the ready and dancing shoes on, grab your tickets and let’s party All Night Long!
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A Beautiful Noise the Definitive Neil Diamond Tribute
Sunday 29th October 7.30pm
From London’s West End, this internationally acclaimed production celebrates the music of Neil Diamond. From the hits he penned during his time in the Brill Building to the Jazz Singer and countless live concerts, Neil Diamond is a musical icon, selling over 130 million albums throughout his exceptional career.
This is the only show starring the extraordinary FISHER STEVENS, undeniably one of the BEST Neil Diamond impersonators you will ever see! Together with the fantastic cast of professional musicians and singers who performed at the Lyric theatre in Londons’ Shaftesbury Avenue.
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★★★★★ "The legendary music of Neil Diamond is brought to life for a night you won't forget, and as tributes to the greats go, you'd struggle to get more bang for your buck in the West End.” Broadway World Review - 2019
Join us in celebrating all the classic hits. This musical adventure, unrivalled by any other, revisits more than five decades of sparkling musical gems, including Love On The Rocks, Sweet Caroline, Forever In Blue Jeans, Song Sung Blue, I am …I Said, America, Cracklin Rosie, Red Red Wine, I’m A Believer and many more.
★★★★ A Beautiful Noise "The atmosphere is electric. In lieu of the great man himself, A Beautiful Noise is a worthy tribute to Neil Diamond and his music legacy.”
Breaking the Fourth Wall
★★★★ Designed to be a crowdpleaser, you will leave the theatre feeling uplifted and highly entertained by it all – oh and singing ‘Sweet Caroline!
Love London Love Culture
★★★★ “A consummate showman, he has the relaxed stage presence that wins us over from the start.”
The Spy in the Stalls
★★★★ "With his sincere and charismatic stage presence Fisher Stevens may as well be the real Diamond; the audience is putty in his hands.”
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Theatrical Trailer
Oh What a Night
Friday 10th November 7.30pm
OH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
Valli’s unmistakable voice dominated the airwaves for more than two decades with classics such as Sherry, Let’s Hang On, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Can’t Take My Eyes Off You, My Eyes Adored You, December 63 (Oh What A Night), Bye Bye Baby, Who Loves You and many, many more. Selling over 100 million records worldwide, Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons secured their place in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1990.
OH WHAT A NIGHT! combines infectious personalities, amazing vocals, slick harmonies and even slicker dance moves to deliver a show full of energy and nostalgia which always leaves audiences wanting more. Don’t miss the ultimate celebration of one of the world’s greatest Rock & Roll bands!
The Freddie & Queen Experience
Saturday 18th November 7.30pm
Along with the many fans who mourn the loss of Freddie Mercury, The Freddie & The Queen Experience, aim to celebrate the wealth of talent that came together in Queen by recreating, with breath taking accuracy, the style and excitement of a LIVE Queen concert, which sadly, will never be seen with Freddie Mercury again.
The Freddie & QUEEN Experience are the UK's Premier Queen & Freddie Mercury Tribute Band who are internationally & critically acclaimed.
The band performs all over the world with sell out shows in the UK & abroad, with most recently in UAE & Europe. They deliver a passionate & energy packed show full of all QUEEN's greatest hits!
Ian as Freddie Mercury replicates Freddie Mercury's live shows with the looks, mannerisms, vocals, charisma, passion, high energy & showmanship that Freddie was so loved, adored & famous for. The band is made up of some of the finest musicians in UK, including the well established & accomplished professional Brian May Tribute Andy Wills.
The fully live 5 piece band perform with replica outfits instruments & perform a full recreation of QUEEN's Live shows, based around QUEEN at there very best, the 86 'Magic tour'. It's simply a great show not to missed!
'NEW' - The Freddie & QUEEN Experience HD Promo video "edit one' Performed Live!
'NEW' - The Freddie & QUEEN Experience HD Promo video 'edit two' Performed Live!
'NEW' The Freddie & QUEEN Experience HD Promo video "190 mins longer edit' Performed Live!
This Carpenters Masquerade
Saturday 16th December 7.30pm
WYRLEY MUSIC AND PROMOTIONS, IN CONJUNCTION WITH ROB NORMAN MUSIC BRINGS YOU “THIS CARPENTERS’ MASQUERADE”, TAKING YOU THROUGH AN ENTHRALLING STORY FEATURING THE MUSIC OF THE CARPENTERS.
Come with us through various points of Karen’s life, from the origins of the Dick Carpenter trio through to Karen’s premature passing. Witness the highs and lows of this incredible music, performed by an ensemble of some of the top professional musicians and vocalists, hand-picked to truly do justice to this amazing catalogue of songs. So, sit back, relax and celebrate with us the legacy that is the Carpenters.
2024 Shows
Ready Steady 60's Show
Saturday 17th February 7.30pm
Britain’s No. 1 tribute show brings alive the magic of the Sixties, with their tribute to The Mod 60’s and British Beat Boom songs of that era. The show encompasses a kicking live band with stunning vocals plus video screen flashbacks from television history, including: TV programmes, adverts and footage from the original bands.
Ready Steady 60’s Show presents a showcase of the great bands of this unforgettable time. The fantastic music of The Small Faces, The Kinks,The Beatles, The Animals,
The Hollies, The Who, The Dave Clark Five, Spencer Davis Group... to name but a few – all recreated in this fabulous live show.
Join us for a night of sixties nostalgia!
Check them out on YouTube, you won't be disappointed.
Just Beatles
Saturday 24th Febuary 7.30pm
Just Beatles, Scotland’s home-grown ensemble of musicians, will perform their spectacular critically acclaimed show that gives you a concert experience of 120 minutes of pure Beatles’ nostalgia.
You’ll Get Back to where you once belonged, take a trip down Penny Lane or perhaps even Twist and Shout when you join Just Beatles as they faithfully re-create the revolutionary sounds of The Beatles.
Expect a set that includes tracks from the early years of the Cavern, through to the psychedelic masterpiece of Sgt. Pepper right the way to the Apple Rooftop show of 1969.The Beatles’ music is timeless, appealing to audiences of every age, bringing back memories and touching the hearts and souls of each new generation.
This concert promises to be a fantastic night to remember for all Beatles fans, young and old, new or long-standing
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Fraser Penman - A Night of the mind
Saturday 20th April 7.30pm
Artistes International Management Presents
Featured across UK radio, social media and podcasts, going viral with over 450,000 views and 60,000 likes on his Tik Tok channel, Fraser Penman is described as ”Scotland’s answer to Derren Brown”.
Known as the World’s Most Unique Hypnotist & Mentalist, Fraser combines his unique look, talent and skills to present A Night of The Mind, his hilariously entertaining family friendly show.
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Totally Tina
Saturday 18th May 7.30pm
Come shake a tail feather with the UK’s supreme Tina – Justine Riddoch – and her talented cast.
This breathtaking recreation of a live Tina Turner concert celebrates the golden anniversary of the Queen of Rock ’n’ Roll’s signature tune Proud Mary. Tina’s no-holds-barred take on the song established a reputation for fearsome live performances – and those never-ending legs!
Early hits, including River Deep - Mountain High and Nutbush City Limits, were just a taste of what was to come. We Don’t Need Another Hero, Simply the Best, What’s Love Got to Do With It, I Don’t Wanna Lose You and When the Heartache is Over propelled Tina to stadium concert stardom.
Supported by her dazzling dancing girls in sequins, feathers and diamonds, Justine recreates those famed live performances for one night only
Thank ABBA for the Music
Friday 6th September 7.30pm
Grab your platforms and flares for a journey back in time to when ABBA dominated the charts and ruled the airwaves. Featuring all of ABBA's greatest and most memorable hits, Thank ABBA For The Music really is the ultimate feel good, party style tribute concert.
This two-hour theatre spectacular really does capture all the magic and excitement of one of the world's most successful and entertaining live bands. With superb vocals and clever ABBA trademark harmonies throughout, stunning replica stage costumes, a light sprinkling of tongue-in-cheek Swedish humour and plenty of audience participation, you're sure to be having the time of your life!
The band is backed throughout by interactive video projection which, at regular points throughout the show, depicts key moments throughout ABBA's musical career together with clips of interviews from celebrities and music experts alike.
All of ABBA's greatest and most memorable hits are here including Dancing Queen, Waterloo, Take A Chance On Me, Mamma Mia, Gimme! Gimme! Gimme! (A Man After Midnight), Knowing Me Knowing You, Does Your Mother Know, Fernando, Money Money Money, The Winner Takes It All, Super Trouper, Lay All Your Love On Me and many, many more.
The Elvis Years
Saturday 16th November 7.30pm
Six decades after Elvis Presley first walked into Sun Studios in Memphis as a teenage truck driver, the story of ‘The King’ is being brought to life on stages across the UK in the form of an outstanding musical production.
‘The Elvis Years’ is an authentic concert production, featuring Mario Kombou from the highly acclaimed West End musical ‘Jailhouse Rock’ and led by legendary producer, musical director and Ivor Novello award-winner David Mackay.
The complete theatrical experience.
This energetic show is a complete theatrical experience, transporting the audience on a musical and emotional journey they will never forget. The Elvis Years features the highs and lows of Elvis’s life – including his first legendary Sun session, the ‘Grand Ole Opry’ & ‘Louisiana Hayride’, the death of his beloved mother, his time in the army, the ‘Hollywood’ movie years, the ‘68 Comeback Special, and the incomparable ‘Las Vegas’ concerts.
With a world class cast of actor/musicians, authentic costumes and nostalgic film footage, The Elvis Years features over 50 massive Elvis hits including ‘That’s Alright Mama’ , ‘Hound Dog’, ‘Blue Suede Shoes’, ‘It’s Now or Never’, ‘Just Can’t Help Believing’, ‘The Wonder Of You’, ‘Suspicious Minds’ , ‘American Trilogy’ and many more, as well as lesser known tracks such as ‘Rock A Hula Baby’ and ‘Patch it Up’.
The Elvis Years cast comprises talent from some of the biggest and most successful West End shows of recent times including Les Miserables, Starlight Express, Buddy, Return to the Forbidden Planet and many more.
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About
The Barrfields Theatre in Largs is one of Scotland's most significant entertainment venues, the last fully operational seaside pavilion theatre in Scotland.
First opened in 1930, designed by architect William Barclay, the theatre was built as a popular variety theatre and concert hall (originally 1003 seats) and throughout most of the twentieth century, well into the 1970s was the home of one of Britain's most respected summer variety seasons.
Over the years, top names such as Billy Connolly, Marti Pellow, Rikki Fulton, Stanley Baxter, Frankie Vaughan, Chic Murray, Jimmy Logan, Elaine C Smith have all headlned shows at Barrfields...even Kylie Minogue made an appearance for a BBC recording at one point.
Barrfields is run by volunteers in conjunction with KA Leisure and is a registered charity (SC052380).
Support Us
Barrfields theatre would no longer be here if it wasn't for the wonderful band of volunteers that keep the place running. If you are interested in joining us as a volunteer then get in touch at audience.barrfields@gmail.com
No technical expertise is required, if you are interested in getting involved backstage, front of house or even online with our promotional work, we would love to hear from you.
We are also keen to form a working relationship with any local businesses that would be able to volunteer their time to help us make improvements to the theatre.
Promoters
Why not bring your show to Barrfields
For over 80 years, Barrfields Pavilion Theatre has served as an entertainment venue for Largs and its many surrounding towns and villages, presenting comedy, music, variety, pantomime and drama.
Situated on Scotland's beautiful Clyde coast, with fantastic views from the view of Scottish islands, Barrfields is Scotland's oldest seaside pavilion theatre - dozens of which used to grace the shores of tourist resorts.
With 440 seats, it can accomodate a wide range of events.
We can also oversee all promotion and advertising for your production from national and local press, to regional and local radio.
Backstage dressing rooms are well equipped, complete with showers, and a green room for cast and crew can be provided upon request.
We look forward to welcoming YOUR production to Barrfields Theatre.
