There is plenty happening at Cumbernauld Theatre just now. We wanted to take a moment to update you on where we are at, what is coming up, and what is happening behind the scenes as we plan for the future.
Our programme is packed with music, theatre, film and community events running right through until March 2026. We would love to see both familiar faces and new audiences at everything from the Folk Club’s Summer Hoolie next week to Wonder Fools Òran, our People’s Theatre Company with Connolly’s Cumbernauld Flourish, Senior Dance Club, Youth Theatre and this year’s panto Baltic with Ginger and Jester Productions.
Behind the scenes, interim CEO Patricia Stead has been with us for two months. She has been working closely with the team and consultants to make sure the organisation is in the best financial shape to prepare for the next phase. Currently that phase, from April 2026, sees the loss of Creative Scotland funding support and means we need to be ready for significant change.
Our priority is making sure the work Cumbernauld Theatre has delivered for over 60 years, and the incredible new Lanternhouse venue, can continue to benefit our audiences and communities well into the future. We are working through various ways to achieve that and are in discussions with both North Lanarkshire Council and Creative Scotland. We are grateful for their time and engagement.
By early October, we hope to have made a decision about our future, along with a clear plan to manage the transition. We will need the support of everyone who values Cumbernauld Theatre, and we will be launching a campaign in the autumn that we hope you will get behind. In the meantime, if you would like to help, please get in touch.
Due to travel limitations and public safety concerns with Storm Floris, The Ultimate Irish Hooley will not go ahead tonight (Mon 4 Aug). Ticket refunds are being processed.
We hope to reschedule for next year and apologise for any inconvenience.
The Met Office has issued an amber weather warning for high winds across North Lanarkshire. Please take care and stay safe.
4 Aug 2025
Ginger and Jester Productions announces the cast for its upcoming panto at Cumbernauld Theatre, Baltic, written by Jerry Taylor. The lineup includes Alex Robertson of Still Game fame and two talented graduates of the local New College Lanarkshire, making their panto debuts on the Cumbernauld stage.
3 Jul 2025
Chief Executive Sarah Price is to step down this summer after seven years, having led Cumbernauld Theatre through one of the most transformative chapters in its history.
Patricia Stead, former Executive Director and co-CEO of the Tron Theatre in Glasgow, will join Cumbernauld Theatre Trust as Interim Chief Executive later this month.
3 Jun 2025