Cumbernauld Theatre: Uniting through sustainable arts for positive change in Scotland.
Cumbernauld Theatre is a producing theatre at the heart of our community. We make and present bold, meaningful work that brings people together and reflects life in Scotland today.
Our programme includes new plays, musicals, touring theatre, contemporary dance, live music and comedy. We work with professional artists from across Scotland and the UK, and invite local people to be part of the creative process. From drama to dance and multi-arts, we also offer lots of ways for our community to get involved at Lanternhouse through our Take Part programme.
As a producing theatre, our approach is distinctly non-traditional. It is an approach that is rooted in our proud history as leaders in the community arts movement of the 1970’s and 1980’s. We ask the artists we create with to understand our local troubles and challenges. We aim to make our town a better place through our creative ideas and practice, by questioning what has always been the same and by celebrating those who have been missing from our stages.
We believe the arts can inspire change. We champion inclusive stories, support sustainable ways of working and offer creative opportunities for everyone. Our process invites people from our community to be part of the making of theatre and to work with Theatre Directors, Actors, Designers and Managers who are similarly invested.
Our Values
Artistic excellence
Striving for the highest quality in all artistic and creative endeavours.
Community engagement
Placing a high value on local participation, understanding the community’s preferences, and evaluating participant experiences.
Inclusivity
Ensuring that all members of the community feel welcome and represented in the company’s activities.
Collaboration
Actively working with various network groups and agencies of influence to identify community priorities and make communities better places to live.
Innovation
Embracing new approaches and delivery models to enhance the quality of artistic and creative experiences.
Empowerment
Using cultural-led community development as a means to transform communities and improve people’s lives.
Sustainable Lead
Taking proactive responsibility, individually and as a team for reducing our environmental impact and inspiring others in the creative sector to prioritise sustainability.
Our Funding
Cumbernauld Theatre Trust receives funding in support of our work from a range of sources:
- Creative Scotland (Transition Fund)
- North Lanarkshire Council
- Weston Culture Fund
- Equity Charitable Trust
- Foyle Foundation
- Hugh Fraser Foundation
- Levenseat Trust
- Land Trust
- Patersons Quarries
- Robert Barr’s Charitable Trust
- The Robertson Trust
- Trades House of Glasgow Commonweal
You can download a copy of our latest Annual Report and Accounts here.
Cumbernauld Theatre Trust Ltd is a Registered Company limited by guarantee No. SC066490, Scottish Charity OSCR Registered No. SC005050. V.A.T Reg. No. 328 626150
