Folk legends set for theatre date

TWO events of note are on at Cumbernauld Theatre this weekend:

This Friday (October 8) at 7:45pm popular traditional Scottish music duo Gaberlunzie returns to Cumbernauld Theatre for a night of entertainment.

Gordon Menzies and Robin Watson have performed as Gaberlunzie for more than 40 years and are well known for their distinctive take on traditional Scottish songs and contemporary music. They also boast a wealth of self-penned material infused with a healthy dose of Scottish humour.

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Adult tickets are 12.00 or 10 for concessions/under-18s. To book call 01236 732887.

The following night, Saturday October 9, film and television actor John Cairney will visit the theatre with his one-man show, The Greasepaint Monkey. John will talk about his experiences in movie roles including the Harryhausen-tastic Jason and the Argonauts and Titanic flick A Night To Remember, as well as a string of West End shows and television parts.

John will regale the audience with a glittering array of true and almost-true stories about life in the world's second-oldest profession in this event which is part of Words 2010, North Lanarkshire Council's festival of books and writing.

This show starts 7:45pm and all tickets are 5. Call 01236 732887 to book.

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Next week, wee ones can enjoy a dance workshop at the theatre.

We Dance, Wee Groove this year has an international theme in which a team of dancers will introduce kids aged 6 months-4 years to an eclectic mix of sounds and dance styles, as well as giving performances.

There are two sessions at the theatre on Tuesday October 12, at 10am and 1pm. All tickets are 4. To book or for more information call the theatre box office on 01236 732887.

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