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Swallow Theatre

Moss Park, Ravenstone, Whithorn, United Kingdom
Performance Art Theatre

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The Swallow Theatre is a restored and converted byre about 3 miles from Whithorn.  Seating just 50 people, it is Scotland's smallest theatre. The Swallow Theatre is a restored and converted byre situated in the countryside three miles from Whithorn in Dumfries and Galloway. Seating just 48 people, it is Scotland's smallest theatre. Operating as a professional theatre for over 20 years, The Swallow Theatre presents a wide range of events: drama, music, workshops, family events and play readings. With an on-site self-catering cottage, it is an ideal location for venue hire and use as a creative retreat or development space.

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Dominic Goodwin, director of Find the Lady, along with fellow cast members Amelia Gillen and Bromwyn Jennison, had a fun time on BBC Radio York this lunchtime, explaining how this brand new stage show has been devised from the book that inspired Hitchcock's The Lady Vanishes. You can listen to their interview, which includes an excerpt from the play, at 1:37:40 into the programme. Don't miss this hilarious comedy when it comes to Easingwold Galtres Centre on Tues 25th and Weds 26th July, Moffat Old Well Theatre on Fri 28th July and Swallow Theatre on Sat 29th and Sunday 30th July.

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Feeling quite pleased with our new flower bed, planted up today by the theatre door.

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Our autumn brochure will be out very soon - and you can have one posted to your home by becoming a Friend of The Swallow Theatre! Your membership will also be helping the theatre and showing your support for our charming little venue. Membership until 31 March 2018 starts at just £12. Join now by filling in the online form using the link below ...

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This weekend is Creative Whithorn's Arts & Crafts Trail 2017, and here's the brochure with a handy map of what's going on where.

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Congratulations to all the delegates on the Young Persons Drama Weekend. A group of 14-25 year olds came together under the expert guidance of tutor Leyla Josephine to devise, write and perform a short piece of drama based on the theme of 'waiting'. Interesting insights and thought-provoking scenes were delivered in a slick and professional performance. Thanks to The Swallow Theatre Association and RYT/ Carolyn Yates for organising and funding the weekend, and to Wigtown Community Shop for support towards the event.

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Find the Lady is a brand new comedy based on the story which inspired Hitchcock's classic film 'The Lady Vanishes'. Dominic Goodwin leads a cast of six in this fast-paced farce! It's here at The Swallow Theatre on Sat 29 & Sun 30 July. Book your tickets now for a hilarious night out! This Dominic Goodwin & Swallow Theatre co-production is also at Easingwold Galtres Centre on 25 & 26 July and Moffat Old Well Theatre on 28 July. Please tell your friends!

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The brilliant Tannahill Weavers will be at The Swallow Theatre on Thurs 7 Sept! Get your ticket now at https://thelittleboxoffice.com/swallowtheatre#

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Also happening today just along the road from us ... the lovely Woodfall Gardens have a charity open day. Scotland's Gardens

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Going on today down at the Isle of Whithorn ...

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This afternoon, Sunday 9 July, at 3pm in Sacred Heart Church, Wigtown, Lucy Russell of the Fitzwilliam String Quartet plays Partitas No 1 and No 2 for solo violin by JS Bach. The recital is free and un-ticketed; donations gratefully received. Presented by The Swallow Theatre Association. All welcome.

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As the train leaves the station and sweeps away into the night, Iris Carr, a lonely young lady on a journey across Europe to London, becomes involved in a hazardous and exciting adventure. She befriends middle aged spinster Miss Froy, but while Iris is having a doze Miss Froy disappears, but..........no-one seems to know her...... no-one seems to remember her....... and no-one knows where she is! A glorious, funny and exciting romp freely adapted by a Stuart Fortey, the pen behind the award-winning Holmes and Watson: The Farewell Tour, and Up Frankie. Inspired by 'The Wheel Spins' - the story behind Hitchcock's classic film 'The Lady Vanishes' Starring and directed by Swallow Theatre's audience favourite Dominic Goodwin. Find the Lady Saturday 29 July & Sunday 30 July 2017 - 7.30pm Tickets : £13.50 Book online at www.swallowtheatre.co.uk or telephone 01988 850368.

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As the train leaves the station and sweeps away into the night, Iris Carr, a lonely young lady on a journey across Europe to London, becomes involved in a hazardous and exciting adventure. She befriends middle aged spinster Miss Froy, but while Iris is having a doze Miss Froy disappears, but..........no-one seems to know her...... no-one seems to remember her....... and no-one knows where she is! A glorious, funny and exciting romp freely adapted by a Stuart Fortey, the pen behind the award-winning Holmes and Watson: The Farewell Tour, and Up Frankie. Inspired by 'The Wheel Spins' - the story behind Hitchcock's classic film 'The Lady Vanishes' Starring and directed by Swallow Theatre's audience favourite Dominic Goodwin. Find the Lady Saturday 29 July & Sunday 30 July 2017 - 7.30pm Tickets : £13.50 Book online at www.swallowtheatre.co.uk or telephone 01988 850368.

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