Travel on the ferry to Struay to meet one of the best-loved characters in children's books - Katie Morag McColl. She may live on a tiny weather-beaten island, but there's plenty of mischief to get up to, and Katie Morag is always up to something!

Two American kids arrive with their dad to find their Scottish roots, but Katie Morag can't believe how spoiled they are - and the visitors can't believe there aren't shopping malls on Struay! But as they become caught up in a treasure trail, Katie Morag and the visitors soon learn that appearances can deceive...

Meet Eriska the horse and the Struay cats, stumble across ancient ghosts in spooky places, join in with the songs and help Katie Morag find the answers to the riddles.

""Katie Morag and her chums are swinging pirate cutlasses, bouncing about and leading us in a jolly song about hunting for treasure... A lively, lovingly presented wee show about making new friends and not judging people (or places) by appearances"" Mary Brennan, The Herald

""...graphic storybook sets - post office, pier, croft, castle and ferry leaving for Oban - bring little nods and ripples of approval..."" Joyce McMillan, Scotsman

""...a cheery musical romp performed with bags of energy" " Mark Fisher, Hi-Arts

No Mean Company bring you Arthur Miller's classic Death of a Salesman.

"How the hell am I supposed to get heads and bodies for the Poles and the Bunker if I don't kill things?"

Meet Frank Cauldhame - a perfectly ordinary sixteen year old serial killer, living on a small island off the north coast. His mother has deserted him, his father measures his own eccentricities on an imperial scale and his brother Eric has been confined to a secure hospital for setting fire to dogs. But when news of Eric's recent escape reaches the island, Frank must prepare the ground for Eric's impending return...

As Iain Banks' debut novel, The Wasp Factory caused both storm and sensation on first publication. The compulsive, macabre and darkly powerful world of Frank has enabled The Wasp Factory to become one the acclaimed cult novels in contemporary Scottish literature.

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Cumbernauld Theatre's production of The Wasp Factory is touring across Scotland.

Contains nudity, challenging themes and language. Recommended for 15 years and above.

The goal is simple - to recreate the music of U2 as faithfully as possible and to bring it to the public in a show which conveys some of the atmosphere and emotion of a real U2 concert.

With sell out shows spanning the country from Lerwick southwards, as well as prestigious gigs abroad for various corporate clients, Nu2 have deservedly earned their reputation. Every era of U2s successful career is covered in songs from 11 O'Clock Tick Tock through Pride, Where the Streets Have No Name, One, Discotheque, Beautiful Day and Vertigo.

Some consider this to be the most original horror movie ever made.

Enjoy the best of local music in this series of intimate gigs in our studio theatre. With 2 bands each night, there's an opportunity to sample some of the best in local song writing and hear from the artists themselves what has influenced their music.

This series of roundabout concerts is presented by Cumbernauld Theatre in association with Mark Salveta, and is now an established feature - many gigs sell out so remember to book early as the studio theatre has very limited capacity.

The Scottish Flute Trio collaborate with the Curve Foundation Dance Co in a programme featuring new choreography by Ross Cooper for a newly commissioned piece by David Fennessy scored for three flutes, percussion and tape complete with beautiful dancers from traditional and modern backgrounds and music styles ranging from contemporary to classical. The Scottish Flute Trio have given recitals at prestigious festivals throughout the UK. including the Edinburgh International Festival and the Huddersfiled Contemporary Music Festival. They have broadcast on BBC Radio 3 and Radio Scotland.

""with world class choreographers and dancers the company as a whole are great" " Dance Europe

With a popular morning radio show and a string of TV credits that make Carol Vorderman seem camera shy, Fred MacAulay is undoubtedly one of the most famous faces of Scottish comedy today. Join him for the Cumbernauld leg of a national tour in which he presents a brand new package of witticisms about life and living in Scotland today. No matter whether an audience is divided between young and old, alternative or mainstream, the broad appeal of Fred MacAulay always adds up to a side-splitting night out.

Ahoy land lubbers Scotland’s favourite children's entertainers, THE SINGING KETTLE have set sail for their brand new 2008 Pirate Island.

Plundering pirates have made off with the cargo of Treasure Kettles and taken them back to their hideout on Pirate Island. Will the seafaring crew of Artie, Cilla, Gary and Kevin track down and rescue the kidnapped kettles before the pirates return?

Dress up as a pirate, sail the seven seas with the hap hazard kettle crew and help find the buried treasure. This non-stop, fun-packed, swash buckling adventure is guaranteed to captivate and entertain children and adults alike with sea songs.

Pirate Island is treasure trove of fun for girls and boys of all ages.

Remember - Dress up as a pirate!

The Juniors have collaborated to devise this piece around their interpretations of various works of poetry.

This will be a night of poetry in action engaging language and movement as they weave their stories for young and old.

The Seniors have focused on new writing to bring you this exciting double bill;

'Jimmy Chase and the Red Jacket Affair' written by Alan H McDonald. A detective noir set in a modern day high school. When a body is found in the school pool, Jimmy is sucked into a web of deceit and mystery; can he solve the case before the manipulative Chalky Harris can destroy his reputation?

'Ten Minute Transmissions' written and produced by the seniors. A series of ten minute stories and monologues each with its own dark and terrible truth. In adopting the roles of Writers, Performers, Directors and Stage-managers they have a great pride in presenting a work to you that is truly all their own.

Ballet West continues the tradition of performing musical theatre to complement its highly respected classical work. For the Summer of 2008, this young company of over 30 performers will present a specially devised work, "Love Central", which draws on the excellent singing and dancing skills of the talented performers of the Ballet West company.

Love Central begins in the café of Central Station, New York, where two dancers who have lived, loved and danced through the past 20 years of musical theatre reminisce about their careers and relive their past. The show includes many highlights from favourite musicals such as Miss Saigon, Cats, Jesus Christ Superstar and many more - enjoy a night of great songs and dances.

Prior to her concert Julie, a columnist with 'Acoustic' magazine and an experienced workshop leader, will be running an acoustic guitar workshop appropriate for players of all levels of ability.

The first half of the workshop will cover the 'Clawhammer' fingerstyle technique. After a break for informal discussion and refreshments, the second half will discuss effective practice techniques and will examine how to develop your playing by successfully identifying and working towards your goals.

Julie Ellison brings together a unique mix of acoustic guitar instrumentals and original songs that challenge the 'girl with guitar' stereotype. Described by Ralph McTell as "a terrific guitarist who also writes great songs", Julie combines elements of ragtime, country blues, rock and classical music in a distinctive and original concert performance.

'Play' magazine: "Fans of anyone from Bert Jansch to Joni Mitchell will find shades of what they like here. The swift, tight finger picking that entwines with the dark tones and emotional edge of her voice invite comparisons like these, but it seems unfair when you think what other special, and highly individual, qualities are at work here."

Join us for a week long festival of music from Cumbernauld and roundabout. Showcasing the best local talent, emerging bands and singers. To bring this first festival to a close we'll be holding a guests party on the last Saturday night with a special band playing...pick up a festival brochure.