Join us in celebrating the 70th Birthday of Cumbernauld new town with a free Community Gathering. Activities include theatre performances, cinema screenings, workshops, pop-up events and a silent disco. All welcome!
Please book the below activities in advance to secure your place.
PERFORMANCES & EVENTS
Unicorn Dance Party
Join us for a joyous, fun, interactive show for little ones aged 3+ and their families. You are invited to clap your hands, shake your tails, and move and groove to some rockin’ jams! With easy-to-follow along dances and visual spectacle, this show unlocks the joy within us all!
Times: 13:45–14:30 / 15:45–16:30
Auld Lang Sing
Anam Alba presents a new take on old words, Auld Lang Sing features a series of old Scots poetry, including works by Burns, Robert Louis Stevenson, Mary Queen of Scots, and Thomas Campbell as you have never heard them before. The show promises new songs and music, coupled with drama to bring history and folklore alive on stage, in celebration of some of Scotland’s finest writers.
Times: 14:00–15:00 / 16:30–17:30
Silent Disco
Pop on a pair of headphones and join the fun at our Silent Disco. Dance to the music at your own pace, sing along with friends, or simply enjoy the atmosphere. Suitable for all ages, it’s a fun and unique way to get moving.
Times: 12:30–13:15 / 14:45–13:30 / 16:45–17:45
WORKSHOPS
HIP HOP/STREETDANCE WORKSHOPS with THREE60 Dance Company
Come along for Hip-Hop/Street Dance taster sessions with high energy, big vibes, and plenty of time to learn fresh moves, build confidence, and have fun in a relaxed, supportive environment. No pressure, just rhythm, creativity, and good music.
Times (ages 8-16): 12:15–13:00 / 14:15–15:00
Times (ages 18+): 16:15–17:00
Drama Workshops with Atta Yaqub
Join Scottish actor Atta Yaqub (Ae Fond Kiss…, T2 Trainspotting, Lip Service) for an interactive acting workshop for ages 8–16. Using games and practical exercises, this session is a chance to explore performance, build confidence and try something new in a relaxed, welcoming space.
Times: 13.15–14:00 / 15.15–16:00 / 17:15–18:00
Smoke and Mirrors workshops with Kenny Bean
Drop-in visual art workshops for all ages with artist Kenny Bean. Make amazing glowing images on light sensitive paper and experiment with the Light Box equipment to make special effects using mirror tubes, torches, and kaleidoscopes.
Times: Drop in 12:00–14:00 / 15:15–17:15
15–20 minutes. Maximum 8 participants.
CINEMA SCREENINGS
Titles coming soon.
