Did you know Billy Connolly made his theatrical debut at our previous home, The Cottage Theatre? Our very own People’s Theatre Company is creating a brand new production, Connolly’s Cumbernauld Flourish, celebrating his life and his special connection to the town. We’d love your memories to be part of it.
Were you there that night, or did a family member attend? Do you have a story or tale about Billy you’d like to share?
You can email your story to us or join one of our story share sessions at Lanternhouse. For more information, please contact communityengagement@cumbernauldtheatre.co.uk
Before you judge a man, walk a mile in his shoes. After that who cares?… He’s a mile away and you’ve got his shoes!
Billy Connolly
Connolly’s Cumbrnauld Flourish is showing in our Main Auditorium on Fri 3 Oct – Sat 4 Oct.
Trailer voiceover by ‘Baldy Connolly’ Stefan Livesey.
Cumbernauld Theatre Trust has secured up to £300,000 of strategic investment from the Scottish Government, providing important short-term stability and helping support future planning.
12 Dec 2025
A new panto Baltic, written by Jerry Taylor, comes to our main stage from Saturday 22 November to Sunday 24 December. Take a sneak peak into rehearsals.
13 Nov 2025
First look: A brand-new production from Cumbernauld People’s Theatre Company celebrates Billy Connolly’s life from humble beginnings to his debut at Cumbernauld Theatre in 1972.
Written and directed by Lawrence Crawford and featuring stories from the Cumbernauld community alongside a live band, music, comedy and dance.
19 Sep 2025

