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Scotty D – Soul & Motown

About the event

Scotty D’s journey began at just 12 years old, playing guitar and vocals in his family gospel group, “The Imperial Gospel Singers.” From there, he went on to join multiple bands across the globe, including the “Alabamas Soul Band” in Granadilla de Abona, Tenerife, Spain and “Soul Connection” in Hamburg, Germany.

Mark Nelson: Liquid Gold

Multi award winning Scottish stand up Mark Nelson returns with his brand new tour show. One of the most acclaimed and sought after comedians in the UK and abroad, Nelson brings a distinctive mix of cutting observations, social commentary and hilarious one liners.

Under Milk Wood Under Milk Wood

"Under Milk Wood is arguably Dylan Thomas's most famous and best-loved work. First performed in New York in 1953, this "Play for Voices" was described by the poet himself as "prose with blood pressure".

Up A Close: Joanna's story

Following a 2024 Spring and Autumn sell out run across Scotland, and 2 sell out shows at The Pavilion Theatre in March 2025, The Kingsman Travelling Theatre Company is absolutely delighted to be bringing Up A Close: Joanna's story to Theatre Royal Dumfries for multiple dates.

Very Santana

Join us for a musical time travel experience, where you can enjoy the beautiful guitar melodies and creatively diverse, challenging songs of Carlos Santana.