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Summerhill Community Centre

Mon, Feb 1, 2027
Summerhill Community Centre
2:00 PM 6:00 PM

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Christopher MacArthur-Boyd: Howling at the Moon

Christopher MacArthur-Boyd: Howling at the Moon

Theatre Royal Dumfries
Thu, Feb 4, 2027 8:00 PM
Theatre Royal
Comedy

CHRISTOPHER MACARTHUR-BOYD: HOWLING AT THE MOON TOTAL SELL-OUT RUN AT THE EDINBURGH FRINGE 2025 One of the hottest tickets at the Fringe in 2025, Howling At The Moon is CMB’s new show of nocturnal stand-up about neurodivergence, sexuality and lunacy. Host of the Here Comes The Guillotine podcast alongside Frankie Boyle and Susie McCabe. Star of the comedy specials Oh No and Scary Times. Host of the BBC New Comedy Award and star of Scotland Stands Up, with appearances on Frankie Boyle’s New World Order. Christopher has previously opened for comedians such as Kevin Bridges, Shane Gillis, Kerry Godliman, Jason Manford and David Cross. ‘Scotland is producing some compelling young comics right now, with CMB chief among them’ Chortle ‘Seriously fine-tuned his act and turned the offbeat humor up to 11’ The New York Times ‘Has the audience roaring with laughter from start to finish’ \*\*\*\* The Scotsman 'The gold standard of Scottish stand-up: funny, thoughtful, gently weird, and utterly relatable.’ \*\*\*\* One4Review ‘A charming charisma that makes him such a natural at stand-up’ \*\*\*\* FEST Mag ‘Funny and sharp and beautifully performed’ \*\*\*\* EntertainmentNow ‘Effortless, big laughs in pretty much of all the strange ports he stops in’ \*\*\*\* The List **Doors open:** 19:00 **Please note:** Age 14+ (swearing and adult content)

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Summerhill Community Centre

Mon, Feb 8, 2027
Summerhill Community Centre
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Summerhill Community Centre

Mon, Feb 15, 2027
Summerhill Community Centre
2:00 PM 6:00 PM

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Absolute Classics Series: Ivan Sendetsky, cello & Vladimir Stupnikov, accordion

Absolute Classics Series: Ivan Sendetsky, cello & Vladimir Stupnikov, accordion

Absolute Classics
Sun, Feb 21, 2027 2:30 PM
Easterbrook Hall
Live Music

**Programme:** Bach, Sonata for Viola da Gamba and Harpsichord in G Major, BWV 1027 Rameau, Gavotte et six Doubles Ligeti, Sonata for Solo Cello Interval Stravinsky, Suite Italienne Piazzolla, Le Grand Tango **Artists:** Ivan Sendetsky, cello & Vladimir Stupnikov, accordion **Ivan Sendetsky, cello** Presently studying with Josephine Knight at London’s Royal Academy of Music and Danjulo Ishizaka at the Hochschule für Musik Basel, Ivan Sendetsky is a graduate of the Hochschule für Musik Hanns Eisler Berlin and the New England Conservatory. He won top prizes at the Grunewald Competition in 2024, Vienna Music Competition (2024), Schoenfeld Competition (Harbin, 2023) and Tchaikovsky Competition (2023). As a chamber musician, he performs in the SenS Duo with accordionist Vladimir Stupnikov. Besides appearing at the Verbier, Schlern, Vivacello and Avilés festivals, his concert engagements have taken him to major Russian concert halls, Vienna Musikverein, Philharmonie Berlin and Tonhalle Zürich. Having collaborated with conductors such as David Geringas, Teodor Currentzis and Pablo Heras-Casado, he has performed with artists like Aylen Pritchin and Konstantin Emelyanov. **Vladimir Stupnikov, accordion** Vladimir Stupnikov is one of the brightest representatives of the young generation of accordionists, winner of many international competitions, musician who performs on the most prestigious concert stages of the world, active member of different musical ensembles. Vladimir was born on the 31st of August, 1996 in Ufa, Russia. In 2009, he graduated with honours from Music School №5 where he was taught by R.Hamatiarov. After that, he moved to Saint Petersburg in order to attend the Special Music School as a student of professor Dmitriev A. At the age of 12 Vladimir won his first prize at the International competition in St. Petersburg. Since that time, he has started his successful musical career. Every year he wins international competitions, takes part in different festivals and concerts in Russia and abroad. Several times, he performed at “International Accordion Festival” in St.Petersburg. Vladimir is a prize-winner of more than 20 International competitions, including the Competition of Accordionists in Сastelfidardo (Italy 2011, 1st prize), Competition of Accordionists in Klingenthal (Germany, 2014, 1st prize), Trophee Mondial (Switzerland 2015, 1st prize), Coupe Mondiale (Finland 2017, 1st prize), Competition of Accordionists in Mons (Belgium 2017, 1st prize). **Tickets** - Full £20 (+ booking fee) - Under 26s – free

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Summerhill Community Centre

Mon, Feb 22, 2027
Summerhill Community Centre
2:00 PM 6:00 PM

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Summerhill Community Centre

Mon, Mar 1, 2027
Summerhill Community Centre
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Devine Tension’s 10th Anniversary Drag Extravaganza

Devine Tension’s 10th Anniversary Drag Extravaganza

Theatre Royal Dumfries
Fri, Mar 5, 2027 7:30 PM
Theatre Royal

*"From underground clubland culture, to opening for Chappell Roan in-front of 30,000 people, Devine Tension is a formidable force within Scotland’s drag scene. In 2027, she’s celebrating 10 YEARS of drag excellence - and you’re invited!* *Join Dumfries & Galloway based drag legend, Devine Tension, as she celebrates a decade of rural drag excellence at this all-singing, all-dancing, drag extravaganza in the heart of Dumfries. Expect fierce production, expect killer performances, expect jaw-dropping looks, expect the unexpected. With a decade in the entertainment industry under her belt, and various sold out shows, Devine knows a thing or two about putting on a show!* *Devine Tension’s 10th Anniversary Drag Extravaganza is guaranteed to leave you wanting more and more, with a show-stopping lineup of Scottish Drag Excellence who have made a significant impact on Devine’s career across this last decade. This line-up is truly insane, from live vocals and fierce lip-syncs to performance art, with something for everybody to sink their teeth into:* *- Dumfries-based drag legend, THE VOICE of the Scottish drag scene,**Madame Jo Mama*** *- Edinburgh-based drag legend, THE SHAPE-SHIFTING force of nature,**SYR*** *- Glasgow-based drag legend, THE MASTERCLASS of alternative drag,**Frans*** *- Glasgow-based drag legend, THE MODEL AND MUSE of Scottish drag,**Latex*** *This is a once-in-a-lifetime event, that you DO NOT want to miss out on. You only celebrate 10 YEARS of drag once!* *Whether you’re a drag aficionado, or well-versed in the art form, there is something for everybody at Devine Tension’s 10th Anniversary Drag Extravaganza. So fire up the group chat, and get those ticket’s booked NOW!* *ABOUT DEVINE TENSION* *Devine Tension is a drag artist, and producer, based in Dumfries & Galloway, Scotland. In 2017, Devine’s drag was born in London from a fascination with the intersection rural grit with cosmopolitan glamour. In 2018, she returned to Dumfries & Galloway, and never looked back. With a mission statement to create accessible LGBTQ+ nightlife spaces within the rurality of Dumfries & Galloway, Devine created “Club Queer” at Chancers Nightclub, which began building a community of LGBTQ+ individuals and their allies whom engage within the local nightlife scene. Having worked with numerous venues across the region, and building a network of clients across the country, Devine has produced upwards of 300+ events since her inception. In 2025, Devine opened for Chappell Roan at the Edinburgh Highland Showgrounds. In 2026, she opened for drag legend Peaches Christ on her European Tour. Ten years later, she’s still going strong (and constantly refining her craft).* *ABOUT DEVINE TENSION PRESENTS \[DTP\]* *DTP are a Dumfries & Galloway based LGBTQ+ focussed production company, led by local drag superstars Devine Tension and Madame Jo Mama, responsible for the regeneration of Dumfries’ queer nightlife scene since 2021. With a plethora of events, ranging from**Dine’n’Drag**at Home Restaurant and**STEAMIN'**at Chancers Nightclub to, DTP have welcomed renowned queer artists from across the country such as Lawrence Chaney, Cheddar Gorgeous & Lawrence Chaney from RuPaul’s Drag Race UK. Additionally, DTP are known for producing “Slay The Spirits” - an online drag-infused paranormal investigation collective.”* **Doors open:** 18:30

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Summerhill Community Centre

Mon, Mar 8, 2027
Summerhill Community Centre
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