What`s On brochure Sep-Dec 2016

September to December 2016
Red Riding Hood
and the Wolves of Winter
12-28 December
westlothian.gov.uk
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diary
August
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THEATRE
Funbox: Superheroes!
MUSIC
Findlay Napier
LITERARY EVENT West Lothian Write
MUSIC
BK3 play Fats
CLASS
After School Arts (term start)
DANCE
Tea Dance
ART WORKSHOPCeramic Sculpture
MUSIC
The Stones
ARTIST TALK
From a Distance
MUSIC
Acoustic Open Night
September
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EXHIBITION
The Art Room
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COMMUNITY L&D Horticultural Society
Annual Show
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MUSIC Simple Minded
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MUSIC
Albert Hammond
15THEATRE
Democracy
16 MUSIC
Robin Robertson &
Malcolm Macfarlane
16 THEATRE
Dirty Water
17 CLASS
Voice Rocks (term start)
17 MUSIC The Roy Orbison Story
19 CLASS
Dance Classes (term start)
22 MUSIC
Hank Cash and Cline
23 DANCE
Tea Dance
23 MUSIC Aly & Phil
26 MUSIC
Acoustic Open Night
29-1 COMMUNITY ‘Allo ‘Allo - Livingston Players
30 ART WORKSHOPThe Art Room (CPD)
October
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COMMUNITY ‘Allo ‘Allo - Livingston Players
COMMUNITY Seussical - Broxburn Footlights
THEATRE
Shark in the Park
TALK
Public Art Conference
LITERARY EVENT Can You Hear Me Now
COMEDY
Daniel Sloss: So? ART WORKSHOP The Art Room
MUSIC
Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
MUSIC
The Rubettes ft. A Williams
THEATRE
Bad Guys
MUSIC
Band Showcase
DANCE
Tea Dance
THEATRE
Seriously Dead
MUSIC
Absolute Elvis
DANCE
Day Of Dance 2016
THEATRE
Pride and Prejudice
MUSIC
Bay City Rollers ft. Les McKeown
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FAMILY FUN
MUSIC
Halloween Disco
Acoustic Open Night
November
1-5 COMMUNITY Sunshine On Leith - Shotts St. Patrick’s AOG
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CLASS
After School Arts (term start)
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EXHIBITION
Dialogues with Trees - Tansy Lee Moir
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DANCE
Schools Dance Championships
10 MUSIC
Robyn Stapleton & Claire Hastings
11 DANCE
Russian State Ballet
12 COMMUNITY Rotary Comes Dancing
16 ART TALK
Dialogue with Trees
16 PSYCHIC
Tony Stockwell
18 DANCE
Tea Dance
18 LITERARY EVENT West Lothian Write
18 THEATRE
Singin’ I’m No a Billy He’s a Tim
19 MUSIC
The Billy Joel Songbook
- Elio Pace and his band
25-27COMMUNITY Cinderella - Millennium Stage School
28 MUSIC
Acoustic Open Night
December
12-28THEATRE
17 MUSIC
18 MUSIC
30MUSIC
30 PARTY
31 PARTY
Red Riding Hood
Festive Brass with Whitburn Band
A Swinging Christmas Evening
Skerryvore
Nicht Afore Ceilidh
Hogmanay Party Ceilidh
January
6-8 THEATRE
20 MUSIC
21 PARTY
25-27COMMUNITY
Funbox: Winter Wonderland
The New Jersey Boys
Burns Ceilidh Party with
Rear View
The Odd Couple (female
version) - Livingston Players
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September
Livingston & District Horticultural Society Annual Show
Community
The main event of the society’s calendar, expect a
high standard and wide variety of floral displays,
vegetables, pot plants and bonsais from this
year’s competing entries (includes handcrafts and
handmade cards).
Saturday 3 September, 1 - 4pm. Free entry
Simple Minded
Homegrown
Music
Homegrown - highlighting local talent
Performing the greatest hits and more from
Scotland’s own Simple Minds, Simple Minded are as
close to the real thing as it is possible to be. From
the very early albums through to current material,
the band performs the Simple Minds repertoire
with a faithful attention to detail and pinpoint
accuracy. This high energy show features classic
album tracks as well as all the greatest hits; Don’t
You (Forget About Me), Alive & Kicking, Promised You a
Miracle, Waterfront and many more.
Support: Acoustic Sting
Saturday 3 September, 7.30pm.
Tickets £12 or £10 concession
They’re sounding good to me!
Albert Hammond - Songbook Tour
One of the world’s greatest songwriters, Albert
Hammond has accumulated no less than 360 million
record sales worldwide. Hear the songs, the stories
behind them and the artists Albert has worked
with; Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison, Neil Diamond, Julio
Iglesias, Willie Nelson, Tina Turner and many more.
Celebrate and discover his hit songs, which include
One Moment in Time (Whitney Houston), Nothing’s
Gonna Stop Us Now (Starship), When I Need You (Leo
Sayer), The Air that I Breathe (The Hollies), Don’t
Turn Around (Ace of Base, Aswad). In 2015 Albert
Hammond received the iconic Ivor Novello Award for
his Outstanding Song Collection. A stunning journey
through five decades of music and over forty top ten
hits, Albert will be joined by his four piece band that
includes West Lothian guitarist/vocalist Calais Brown.
Support act: The Genes
Thursday 8 September, 7.30pm. Tickets £25 or £23 concession
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Jim Kerr
Music
September
Democracy
theatre
Rapture Theatre in assoc. with Macrobert Art Centre
Following an acclaimed West End run, Michael Frayn’s
award winning play premieres in Scotland. Democracy
combines the precision and fascination of a John Le Carre
(Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy) thriller with the energy and
dynamism of The West Wing. It’s 1969 in West Germany
and charismatic Willy Brandt has been elected Chancellor.
When Brandt “dares more democracy”, his own party
conspires, plots and tries to destroy him. Witty, thought
provoking and entertaining, Democracy is a compelling
and unmissable night at the theatre. Starring a strong cast
of ten actors from stage and screen, including movie actor
Tom Hodgkins (Red 2 and Hanna), Neil Caple (Brookside)
and Colin McCredie (Taggart, River City).
Thursday 15 September, 7.30pm. Tickets £12.50,
£10.50 concession, £6 West Lothian schools
A gripping night out
The Daily Mail
An Evening of Guitar - Robin Robertson and Malcolm Macfarlane
A must for guitar lovers, acclaimed musicians, Robin
Robertson and Malcolm Macfarlane come together to
play a diverse programme of music from a selection of the
world’s most famous players. Hear a wide range of playing
styles including jazz, blues, fusion and pop, with music
from Wes Montgomery, Django Reinhardt, Pat Metheny,
George Benson and Larry Carlton. Malcolm has played
and recorded with many leading musicians including Jamie
Cullum, Tom Jones and Eddi Reader. Robin has worked
with almost every kind of band from blues to jazz to metal
and has played with the Royal Scottish National Orchestra.
Both guitarists will be joined by fellow musicians Dot Allan
(keys), Jim Drummond (drums) and Andrew Sharkey (bass).
Music
Picture by Ross MacFarlane
Friday 16 September, 7.30pm. (Non auditorium). Tickets £12 or £10 concession
Dirty Water
THEATRE
I Know a Guy Productions
Set in the housing schemes of Glasgow, Dirty Water follows
a misfit team of male cleaners who work for the worst close
cleaning service in the country. The merry band of lads are
led by Jock, who is trying to come to terms with becoming
a father for the first time, Boab “The Shagger”, Crawford
the functioning alky and man of wisdom and Brian the
private school boy and struggling actor. When mounting
complaints lead to their jobs hanging in the balance,
mopping floors starts to look a little harder than they first
thought. A story about love and the jobs we hate to do.
Friday 16 September, 7.30pm.
Tickets £12.50 or £10.50 concession.
Age 16+ contains strong language
well-acted, genuinely funny and
authentically, laugh-out-loud funny in its
scathing language The Scotsman
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September
The Roy Orbison Story - Barry Steele and Friends
This celebration of Roy Orbison’s musical legacy is
quite simply unmissable. Barry Steele takes you
on a musical journey in time, from the early Sun
Records years right through to the late eighties and
the internationally acclaimed A Black and White
Night concert, as well as Roy’s time spent with the
Traveling Wilburys. A fabulous line-up of musicians
and singers will join Barry in this special show that
not only honours ‘The Big O’, but also the legendary
stars that performed with him.
True Identikit Brilliance
Music
The Stage
Saturday 17 September, 7.30pm. Tickets £20.50 or £18.50 concession
Hank, Cash & Cline
Music
Three legendary names in the world of country music are
brought together in one fabulous tribute show. Hank
Williams (Marc Robinson), Johnny Cash (Ricky McKay,
pictured) and Patsy Cline (Sue Lowry) perform their
greatest and best-loved hits, supported by six piece band
The Driftwood Cowboys. Hank Williams’ Jambalaya and
Hey Good Lookin, Patsy Cline’s Crazy and I Fall To Pieces
and Johnny Cash’s Ring of Fire and Walk The Line are all
recreated in authentic and dramatic style.
Thursday 22 September, 7.30pm.
Tickets £18.50, £17.50 senior citizen, student and unwaged, £10 under 16
Aly Bain And Phil Cunningham: Le Grand Anniversaire
Together Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established
themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world
of traditional music. Mike Russell has described them
as “probably the best traditional musicians you are ever
likely to hear.” With their musical magic and quick-witted
humour they will pull your emotional strings one moment
and have you falling off your seat with laughter the next.
2016 sees Aly and Phil mark many milestones. This will
be their fortieth year of working together, Aly has turned
seventy (hard to believe!) and Phil is also celebrating
forty years as a professional musician. To celebrate, they
plan some surprises on their annual trip round Scotland
including a nostalgic backdrop of images and the release
of a new album.
Friday 23 September, 7.30pm. Tickets £19 or £17 concession
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Music
September/October
‘Allo ‘Allo - The Livingston Players
Community
Based on the hugely popular TV comedy series, the stage
version of ‘Allo ‘Allo! follows the adventures of René, a
hapless café owner in occupied France. René and his
wife Edith struggle to keep for themselves a priceless
portrait stolen by the Germans (which is hidden in a
sausage in their cellar). Illicit affairs, a wireless disguised
as a cockatoo and Hitler impersonators are only a few of
the situations that René has to deal with in his efforts to
save his business and his life!
Thursday 29 September to Saturday 1 October, 7.30pm.
Tickets £13 (£11 concession Thurs only)
Seussical - Broxburn Footlights
Community
Seussical is a fantastical, magical, musical
extravaganza! Tony Award winners Lynn Ahrens and
Stephen Flaherty have lovingly brought to life all of our
favourite Dr. Seuss characters, including Horton the
Elephant, The Cat in the Hat, Gertrude McFuzz, lazy
Mayzie, and a little boy with a big imagination--Jojo.
The colourful characters transport us from the Jungle
of Nool, to the Circus McGurkus, to the invisible world
of the Whos. Great entertainment for all the family.
Thursday 6 & Friday 7 October, 7.15pm. Saturday 8, 2.30pm. Tickets £6
Shark in the Park
theatre
Nonsense Room Theatre Company
Timothy Pope is looking through his telescope, but wait, is
that a shark… in the park!? Enjoy all three of Nick Sharratt’s
Shark in the Park books live on stage! From the producers
of the Hairy Maclary and Friends Show, this fin-tastic, family
musical features a highly talented cast of actor-musicians.
Follow Timothy Pope (and his telescope) on three exciting
adventures in search of the elusive shark!
“The very young will enjoy all the changes of perspective and the jokes…
A book that will have them squealing with delight”
The Guardian - reviewing the book Shark in the Park
Sunday 9 October, 2pm. Tickets £9
Can You Hear Me Now
Community
An Evening of new writing as part of the Scottish
Mental Health Arts and Film Festival. Compered
by Dennis O Donnell, new and established writers
from across West Lothian will come together to give
readings of their work. Angela McCrimmon will read
from her newly published book Can You Hear Me Now
and talk about her experiences.
Thursday 13 October, 6pm. Tickets free, booking essential
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October
Daniel Sloss: So?
Don’t miss the stunning new show from Scotland’s
internationally acclaimed and award winning comedian!
With special guest Kai Humphries*, Daniel has sold
out eight consecutive Edinburgh Fringes and toured
extensively across the world. His TV appearances include
Sunday Night at the Palladium, Russell Howard’s Good News,
and five appearances on Conan O’Brien. Hot on the heels
of last year’s incredible eighty-date UK and European
DARK tour, he’s made his New York debut with a smashhit season at the Soho Playhouse followed by a sold out
tour in Australia and New Zealand. So?... what else is
new...?!
Friday 14 October, 7.30pm. Tickets £15.50 or £11
concession. *support subject to change
comedy
Brilliantly dark
Sunday Times
Dirty, sweet and clever
New York Times
Genuinely funny!
Time Out
Buddy Holly & The Cricketers
Music
This breathtaking show has rock ’n’ rolled audiences
across the globe and is guaranteed to have everyone
singing along and dancing in the aisles. The show stars
some of the finest actor-musicians in the UK, whose
combined West End credits include Buddy, Lennon,
Forbidden Planet and Jailhouse Rock. Endorsed as Britain’s
most popular Buddy Holly act when the boys guested on
BBC One’s Saturday night programme, The One and Only,
hosted by Graham Norton.
“The audience were dancing in the aisles and roaring
for more” The Stage
“Buddy brilliant!” Graham Norton, BBC One
Saturday 15 October, 7.30pm. Tickets £16.50 or £14.50 concession
The Rubettes featuring Alan Williams
Raise your hat as we welcome one of Glam Rock’s biggest
bands, The Rubettes! Enjoy an evening with original
members Alan Williams, John Richardson and Mick Clarke,
as they play their hits including the worldwide number
one - Sugar Baby Love. Accompanying them is band
member Steve Innes Etherington, who has produced and
played on countless tracks encompassing every style of
music from Shane MacGowan (Pogues) to Hot Chocolate.
On their first solo tour since the seventies, the original
members will retell some of the memorable moments
that brought them sixteen international hits. Hear: Sugar
Baby Love, Tonight, Juke Box Jive, I Can Do It, Foe Dee O Dee,
Baby I Know and many more.
Sunday 16 October, 7.30pm.
Tickets £20 or £18 concession
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Music
October
Bad Guys
Theatre
Three Half Pints
Join family friendly slapstick comedy group the
Three Half Pints - stars of CBeebies Spot Bots and
regular Comedy Club 4 Kids headliners, as they trip
and stumble their way through a brand new comic
misadventure. Derek, Ernie and Dick are really bored
of being good. It’s just got to be more fun being a
baddie. But being an evil scientist, pirate or cowboy is
trickier than they thought. Can the bumbling brothers
learn how to stay out of jail and be real Bad Guys?
Packed with songs, slapstick, silliness and accidental
derring-do! Perfect for children aged 5-11.
Thursday 20 October, 2pm & 10.30am relaxed performance - suitable for those with ASD conditions.
Tickets £9
The Three Half Pints dazzle
***** Three Weeks
Your cheeks will hurt from smiling so much
**** Broadway Baby
Band Showcase
Homegrown
If you like new music, then this is the gig for you! Howden Park Centre is
delighted to again present a diverse night of local musical talent, featuring
three bands that really excite us. Listen to samples of the bands’ music on
our website: howdenparkcentre.co.uk
The Dignities
Influenced by 70’s rock/punk such as The Ramones, Iggy
Pop and Black Sabbath. The Dignities are a unique blend of
bittersweet rock, lead by two female vocalists.
The Changes
A four-piece psychedelic rock & roll band
known for their high-energy performances and fast paced
melodic songs inspired by 60’s and 90’s guitar music.
The Backbeats
Formed in 2014 the band are now five strong, with their
first collection of songs now available on soundcloud.com.
Influences include 60’s mod, punk and britpop through to
current chart acts.
Thursday 20 October, first band 8pm. (Non auditorium, standing concert).
Tickets £7 or £5 concession
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October
Seriously Dead
theatre
You’ll be dying with laughter with this brand new
comedy from the producers of Dirty Dusting. Starring:
Crissy Rock (Benidorm, I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of
Here) and Frazer Hines (Emmerdale, Doctor Who). One
day, a chain of extraordinary events began to take
place in the ordinary little town of Olwinskirk Upon
Sea. The lives of Albert Blunderstone, Betty and Billy
Blenkinsopp, Tristan de Winter and a disgruntled
guardian angel named Thelma become inextricably
linked on a path leading towards the pearly gates.
Also starring: Billy Pearce, Leah Bell and Paul Dunn.
Friday 21 October, 7.30pm. Tickets £21.
Age 16+ adult content and strong language
Absolute Elvis
Music
The King is due to re-enter the building as this rocking
show returns! Starring the multi-award winning Johnny
Lee Memphis, backed by the Graceland Horns, the
Memphis Belles and the fantastic JLM band, to give you an
all-new Elvis experience that will take you on an emotional
rollercoaster. Johnny’s success has led to performances
across the world, and several titles including official World
Cup Champion and 2014 European Elvis Tribute Champion.
The Absolute Elvis show is a must-see for any Elvis fan, as
Johnny recreates the fun and excitement from Elvis’ live
shows.
Saturday 22 October, 7.30pm.
Tickets £17 or £15 concession
Day Of Dance 2016
Community
A fun and friendly day of creative dance workshops
and performances for older dancers. Brought to you
by Generation Arts, including Dance House Glasgow,
Scottish Ballet, The Beacon and Scotland’s leading elder
dance companies. Join us for our biggest event yet, with
more workshop choices and an expanded performance
and screen programme celebrating dancers age 50 plus.
There will be seated options in the workshops for people
with mobility issues.
Part of Luminate: Scotland’s Creative Ageing Festival.
Generation Arts is supported by West Lothian Council, for
more info about the group visit www.generationarts.co.uk
or T: 07521 358239
Wednesday 26 October
Full day: 10.30am - 3.30pm (workshops, lunch and afternoon performances) Tickets £8.
Afternoon performances: 2 - 3.30pm. Tickets £4
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Pride and Prejudice
Two Bit Classics and Richard Darbourne Ltd in
association with Preston Guildhall
Fun, fast and romantic - a highly praised and sparkling
interpretation of one of the most loved stories of all time.
This is a must for Austen fans and those looking for a fresh
and surprising new piece of theatre. Over two hundred
years after the nation’s favourite novel was published, Two
Bit Classics’ adaptation of Pride and Prejudice is “simply the
most entertaining and intellectually stimulating evening spent
in the theatre” according to the Hexham Courant. Every
word that is spoken is Austen’s, every moment is pure joy.
This chance to catch the five Bennett sisters and the whole
world of Austen brought to life by just two actors is a treat
not to be missed.
theatre
A uniquely theatrical experience...an acting
tour de force ***** Oxford Times
... revitalising the characters in a way that no
TV adaptation has succeeded… **** The Stage
Thursday 27 October, 7.30pm. Tickets £12.50, £10.50 concession, £6 West Lothian schools
Bay City Rollers starring Les McKeown
Music
Bay City Rollers icon Les McKeown returns to rock West Lothian and test
the venue’s foundations once again. Jump onboard this unique voyage
back to the 1970s, when Les and his legendary band ruled the world’s
pop charts and The Bay City Rollers’ music became the soundtrack for a
generation of teenagers. Les brings back all the thrill and excitement of
Rollermania, performing all the original hits including Bye Bye Baby, Shanga-Lang, Summerlove Sensation and Give A Little Love, as well as songs from
the new album that is in the works!
Friday 28 October, 7.30pm. Tickets £23 or £21 concession
Halloween Disco
dance
Bring the whole family and enjoy some spooktacular
fun at our Halloween disco. Dress as something scary
and take part in our fancy dress parade. Each child will
be given a juice, snack and a gruesome treat.
Saturday 29 October, 2 - 4pm. Tickets children £6, adults £5 (includes tea or coffee
and cake)
Sunshine On Leith - Shotts St. Patrick’s Amateur Opera Group
Community
This vibrant smash hit musical features the songs of The
Proclaimers. Sunshine On Leith follows the highs and lows
of two friends as they return home to Leith from the army.
Families, friendships and life are not all plain sailing in this
funny and moving story about love and life. Audiences
have fallen in love with this new show, featuring the band’s
global hits such as I’m Gonna Be (500 Miles), I’m on My Way
and Letter From America.
Tuesday 1 to Saturday 5 November, 7.30pm. Tickets £14 (£11 concession Tues to Thurs only)
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November
West Lothian Secondary Schools Dance Championships
Community
A fun, competitive event that features pupils from
all eleven secondary schools in West Lothian.
Pupils must form groups and choreograph their
own pieces, to be judged by four of the best dance
professionals in West Lothian. The standard of
dance in this competition is always extremely high
and it is a fantastic opportunity to see the creativity
of pupils in West Lothian.
Wednesday 9 November, 6.30pm. Tickets £5 or £3 concession
Robyn Stapleton and Claire Hastings
Both winners of BBC Radio Scotland’s Young
Traditional Musician of the Year (2014 and 2015), this
duo of Scots singers met whilst studying Scots Song at
the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland. Between them,
Robyn (vocals) and Claire (vocals & ukulele) have
already managed to share the stage with a host of big
names including Katherine Jenkins, Lulu, Jamie Cullum
and Deacon Blue. Enjoy a wide repertoire of traditional
and contemporary songs from these talents.
Thursday 10 November, 2pm. (Non auditorium).
Tickets £12 or £10 concession
Russian State Ballet
Music
“With a poise and feeling for her material that
belie her 25 years.” The Scotsman (Robyn)
“Hastings’ talents not just as a musician but as a
compelling storyteller were obvious.”
The Herald (Claire)
dance
Howden Park Centre is extremely excited to welcome
to the stage, Russian State Ballet - one of the world’s
leading dance companies originally formed by a
member of the Bolshoi Ballet. This very special
performance will feature extracts from the classic tale
The Nutcracker, performed by eight professional dance
soloists. The group will visit West Lothian in the run
up to the show, working with local secondary school
dance students, who will take part in this performance.
A night not to be missed! Choreographer Ahundov
Vitaly Vjacheslavovich.
Friday 11 November, 7pm. Tickets £12.50, £10.50 concession, £6 West Lothian schools
Rotary Comes Dancing
Enjoy an evening of dance as couples compete.
Organised by the Rotary Club of Livingston in aid
of four charities; First Steps, River Kids, Children of
Chernobyl and CHAS. Why not come dancing, have fun
and dress up for the occasion, while helping to make a
difference to the lives of others.
Saturday 12 November, 7pm. Tickets £15
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November
An Evening of Mediumship with TV Psychic Tony Stockwell
Psychic
The popular star of TV’s Street Psychic, Psychic Private
Eyes and Psychic Academy, Tony has been working
tirelessly for over 25 years to demonstrate his belief
that those who have passed can communicate with
their loved ones. Delivered with emotion, sensitivity
and humour, Tony hopes nobody can fail to come
away untouched by the experience. Please note this
show is for entertainment purposes only.
Wednesday 16 November, 7.30pm. Tickets £23.50
premium (rows A-E), £19.50 (rows F-M)
West Lothian Write
literary event
Hosted by Alan Bissett
Enjoy an evening of poetry, reading and storytelling
in the company of local writers. Guest host Alan
Bissett is a playwright, novelist and performer who
lives in Glasgow. This session is an opportunity to
present a short piece of writing (up to six minutes) in
a supportive environment. We recommend that you
practice and time your reading as the event is very
popular, with reading places limited. Please book in
advance to guarantee a performance slot and inform
the box office if you intend to read.
Friday 18 November, 7pm. Tickets £3.50, performers free. Age 16+
Singin’ I’m No a Billy He’s a Tim
theatre
NS4 Productions
On the day of an Old Firm clash, a Rangers and Celtic
fan end up sharing a courtroom cell. Their only hope
of escape is betting on the match to pay their fines.
While taking turns to watch the game on a TV through
their cell door, the pair bicker their way through
every entrenched cliché of ‘Scotland’s shame’. Since
first scoring critical acclaim at the Fringe in 2005,
Des Dillon’s brilliant satire has been a near-constant
fixture in theatres in Scotland.
“Really funny. I’d urge anyone to go see it” Alistair McGowan
Friday 18 November, 7.30pm.
Tickets £13 or £11 concession. Age 16+
contains strong language
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November/December
The Billy Joel Songbook
performed by Elio Pace and his band
theatre
Singer/songwriter and piano-player, Elio Pace has
thrilled audiences around the world for over twentyfive years with his soulful voice and amazing piano
playing. He appeared live on-air to millions as the
featured artist on BBC Radio 2′s Weekend Wogan
throughout 2010, which helped firmly place him in the
hearts and minds of the station’s listeners. Following
on from his highly acclaimed reunion concerts with
Billy Joel’s original touring band, Elio delivers this
sensational tour celebrating the phenomenal music
of Billy Joel. Featuring the massive hits, Uptown Girl,
Just The Way You Are and My Life, as well as other fan
favourites. Supported by his magnificent six piece
band, don’t miss this electrifying concert from one of
the best in the business.
Saturday 19 November, 7.30pm.
Tickets £22.50 or £20.50 concession
Elio rocks!
Brian May
Elio Pace is fierce
Lulu
Cinderella - Millennium Stage School
Community
Coming this Christmas, the panto of all pantos
presented by Millennium Stage School. OH YES IT
IS! This successful local stage school is celebrating
its sixteenth year of bringing top shows to West
Lothian and Her Majesty’s Theatre in London. Former
pupils have been accepted to schools in London, won
scholarships and performed on cruise ships and with
touring companies.
Friday 25 November, 7pm. Saturday 26 November, 2pm.
Saturday 26 November, 7pm. Sunday 27 November, 4pm.
Tickets £14 adults, £12 children, £50 family of 4, groups 10+ 1 free, group discounts
Linlithgow Burgh Halls Christmas Party Nights
Come along and enjoy a scrumptious Christmas
dinner and dance the night away with friends and
our DJ until 1am. You can even text your music
requests to our DJ on the night.
Venue: Linlithgow Burgh Halls
Friday 9, Saturday 10 and Friday 16 December,
7.30pm - 1am. Tickets £30
For more information or to book please call
01506 282720 email: [email protected]
or visit www.linlithgowburghhalls.co.uk
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PARTY
Howden Park Centre Presents
New family pantomime, full of songs, jokes and frosty winter fun!
We all know the story of Red Riding Hood don’t we? Or do we? How did our young heroine
Rosie get such a strange nickname? Come and hear the whole true story, as we share Rosie’s
journey with her best friend Peter and his clever dog Patch. Sing along with Grandmother
Babushka Blossom and boo at the wicked Ice Queen as she sends out the wolf pack from
Snow Mountain. Wonder at the mysterious Prince Nikoli; should his eyebrows really join up
like that? He seems very hairy for a prince. Might he be the Big Bad...surely not? From the
creative team that brought you Aladdin (2015) and Cinderella (2014). Written by Murdo Monro.
December
Mon 12,10am (limited) & 1pm
Tue 13, 10am (limited) & 1pm
Wed 14, 10am (limited) & 1pm
Thu 15, 10am (limited) & 1pm
Fri 16, 10am (limited) & 7pm
Sat 17, 2pm & 7pm
Mon 19, 10am & 1pm
Tue 20, 1pm & 7pm
Wed 21,1pm & 7pm
Thu 22, 2pm & 7pm
Fri 23, 2pm & 7pm
Sat 24, 10am & 2pm & 6pm
Tue 27, 2pm
Wed 28, 2pm
Tickets £15 adults, £13 children, £54 family of 4, groups 10+ 1 free, £7.50 West Lothian schools
box office: 01506 777666
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December
Festive Brass with Whitburn Band
Music
Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the festive
season, for an evening of light-hearted Christmas
music from one of Europe’s premier brass bands,
Whitburn Band. Join the SBBA Scottish Band of the
Year 2015 for a relaxed evening of classic and current
Christmas favourites, giving a traditional concert in
an intimate setting.
Saturday 17 December, 7.30pm. (Non auditorium).
Tickets £11 or £9 concession
A Swinging Christmas Evening with Peter Gill
Music
Boogie woogie and swing pianist/vocalist Peter Gill
returns this Christmas for another evening of swing
standards, boogie woogie classics and Christmas
gems such as White Christmas, Santa Claus Is Comin’
To Town, Baby It’s Cold Outside, Winter Wonderland,
Bad Bad Leroy Brown and Mr Bojangles. Peter will
be joined by his super-cool swing band and special
guests to provide a special night of sublime swing,
boogie and blues, interlaced with plenty of festive
cheer and good humour.
Sunday 18 December, 7.30pm. Tickets £17 or £15 concession
Skerryvore
Skerryvore return for what has now become a
traditional visit to Howden Park Centre. If you’re
unfamiliar with the band, then these multi-award
winning Scottish lads create a trad-rock fusion that
is truly fit for the 21st Century. Skerryvore have
successfully married the traditional instrumentation
of accordion, fiddle, pipes and whistles with solid
bass, drums and keyboards, overlain with exacting
guitar and meaningful lyrics to give their unique
sound. Once again bringing their high-energy
performance to Livingston, this special concert will
feature songs from across their extensive repertoire,
including new arrangements of favourites, alongside
some newer material.
Music
Skerryvore are the most promising young
band in Scotland today
Mick MacNeil, Simple Minds
Friday 30 December, 8pm. Tickets £19 or £17 concession
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December/January
Nicht Afore Ceilidh
party
Come and dance the night away with The Gallivanters
traditional ceilidh band. Whether you’re an
experienced reeler or a complete novice, the band
will play a wide variety of music to get you twirling
and reeling, with a caller to lead you through the
dances. There is also a short quiz during the interval
and a supper. Put on your dancing shoes and come
gallivanting with the Gallivanters!
Friday 30 December, 7 - 11.30pm. Tickets £20
Hogmanay Party Ceilidh
PARTY
Celebrate the New Year in style with a night to
truly remember, with traditional dance, food and
song. Live music will be performed by the highly
experienced ceilidh band, The Gallivanters. Enjoy a
welcome drink on arrival, traditional (or vegetarian)
haggis, neeps and tatties at 9.30pm and sparkling
wine at midnight. The band will play until 12.30am
and there will also be a short fun quiz!
Saturday 31 December, 8pm - 12.30am. Tickets £36
Winter Wonderland - FUNBOX
MUSIC/THEATRE
The brand new family show from Anya, Kevin and
Gary (formerly of The Singing Kettle). The FUNBOX
gang are on top of the world - literally, as their
latest seasonal spectacular takes them to the North
Pole. They’re wrapped up cosy and warm for an
Arctic adventure packed with songs, silliness and
snow. Fluffy and Flossie the Funsters are on hand
to help and of course everyone’s favourite cheeky
dog, Bonzo, is along for the sleigh ride. Packed with
singalong favourites and brand new songs. Bring a
torch to light up the night and who knows, you may
even get to help on stage!
Saturday 7 January, 1pm & 3.30pm
Sunday 8 January, 12noon & 3pm
EARLY BIRD OFFER - book by Fri 30 Sept for £10 tickets.
Standard tickets £13.50, £50 family of 4, £11 groups 10+ (plus 1 free with 10),
£15.50 parent & child (up to 12 months with no seat allocation)
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January
The New Jersey Boys
Music
If you are a fan of the West End show The Jersey
Boys, then don’t miss your chance to see where it all
began with The New Jersey Boys. The New Jersey Boys
will take you back to a magical time in music history,
when four American boys from the wrong side of the
tracks invented their own unique sound. With all the
favourites hits including: Oh What A Night, Walk Like a
Man, Big Girls Don’t Cry, Sherry and many more.
Friday 20 January, 7.30pm.
Tickets £16 or £14 concession
Burns Ceilidh Party with The Rear View Band
PARTY
Celebrate Burns night with live music from The Rear
View Band. This Burns evening is jam-packed with
foot tapping jigs and reels to tempt you onto the
dance floor all evening. Enjoy background music
while you enjoy your buffet meal, then afterwards
the dancing will begin with Rear View, one of
Scotland’s most popular party bands. Known for
their tight performances and energy, they seamlessly
blend contemporary music with traditional Scottish
ceilidh. A special evening from a band that certainly
knows how to work a crowd.
Saturday 21 January, 7pm. Tickets £20
included haggis (meat or veggie) neeps and tatties
and a wee nip to address the haggis
Craig Hill - Up and Coming
MZA & CHiLL Productions
Hot on the heels of last year’s sell-out tour, your
favourite jet-fuelled kilty pleasure shoots back to
Howden Park Centre like a rocket full of fun! Craig is
certainly ‘up’ and most definitely coming, so book early!
“Riotously funny” The Independent
“Flat-out hilarious... I’ve not heard a room laugh so long and hard... There
isn’t anyone better at working a crowd... the audience was in absolute
paroxysms of laughter... He has a wide appeal and it is genuinely funny.”
***** Mirror
“Funny as hell” Scotland on Sunday
“Absolutely hilarious... An hour with Hill makes for a cracking show.” ****
The List
Friday 10 February, 7.30pm. Tickets £16 or £12.50 concession.
Age strictly 16+ adult content and strong language
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The Odd Couple
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- The Livingston Players
February
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MUSIC The Simon and Garfunkel Story
16 DANCE Swan Lake - Ballet West
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MUSIC Johnny Cash Roadshow
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MUSIC Back to Bacharach
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Dance party - Age 5-15
Any style of dance including breakdancing,
street dance, salsa and Broadway musical
numbers.
Arts and Craft party - Age 5-15
Get creative with a fun printmaking or
painting party or make your own mask,
puppet, kite or piece of jewellery. (£2.50 per
head surcharge for jewellery making).
Please give a minimum of 30 days notice of your intended party date. For more information and to
check on availability please telephone 01506 773853 or email [email protected]
box office: 01506 777666
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Regular events
Acoustic Open Nights
Hosted by Jason Sweeney
Come along and join in or sit back,
relax and listen. Special guest
artists will be speaking about
their approach to writing songs,
as well as performing them. A
great chance to showcase your
talents. Turn up and play.
Mondays 29 August, 26
September, 31 October, 28
November, 7.30 - 10pm. Free
Tea Dances
Dance to great music at the popular monthly tea dance and enjoy
an entertaining afternoon with friends old and new. Presented in
association with West Lothian Leisure & Ageing Well, supported by
West Lothian On The Move.
Friday 26 August, 23 September, 21 October, 18 November,
16 December, 1.30 - 4pm. Tickets £2.50 including tea,
coffee and biscuits
Livingston Art Association
Art and ceramics classes for all abilities and at various
times to suit all lifestyles. New members welcome.
Come along and give it a try and start a new,
absorbing interest.
For more information contact Linda Lincoln on
T | 01506 440449
E | [email protected]
W | livingston-art-assoc.org.uk
Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Fridays 10am - 12noon
Thursdays 10am - 12noon & 7 - 9pm
Pottery: Tuesdays 10am - 12noon and 7 - 9pm
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Exhibitions
Mon to Fri 9am until close. Sat & Sun 10am - 5pm. Free entry
The Art Room
The Art Room is a UK charity that works with children to increase
self-esteem, self-confidence and independence through art. The
first branch in Scotland opened in Wester Hailes Education Centre
in 2014, providing therapeutic interventions for young people in the
local community. The organisation strongly believes that art can help
children learn and achieve success. This exhibition showcases some
of the artwork created as part of these art as therapy sessions and
demonstrates the power of art to change lives.
Friday 2 September to Sunday 30 October
Dialogues with Trees - Resident Artist Tansy Lee Moir
Tansy Lee Moir is an Edinburgh based artist with a passion for trees.
Her sensuous works in charcoal and pastel capture the movement
and complexity of trees, seeing them as a solid representation of
time. Tansy spent the early part of 2016 exploring West Lothian’s
‘treescapes’, including Calderwood and Beecraigs. This exhibition
features some of the dramatic tree forms she found there, along with
others from around Scotland and her native Peak District.
Friday 4 November to Sunday 23 April 2017
Adult workshops: age 14+
The Art Room - CPD for Head Teachers
Running alongside The Art Room exhibition, Jessica Beale will discuss
the inspiration and concepts behind the Art Room charity. Focusing
on methodology and theory contextualised within a typical Art
Room session and what a project looks like, Jessica will explore the
additional attachment figure, the practical application and look at
referrals and endings and how art as therapy differs from art therapy.
She will explore several common questions about the organisation
such as, why does The Art Room work? How is it different from normal art activity? Where
do the Art Room students end up? A question and answer session will close the session.
Friday 30 September, 2 - 3.30pm. Ticket £5
The Art Room – A Practical Art Session for Parents and Carers
Have fun creating your very own lampshade and experimenting
with decorative techniques in this session from experienced tutors
from the charity The Art Room. Take inspiration from a beautifully
illustrated book and learn how an Art Room referral helps children build
confidence and self-esteem, learning and achieving through art and
re-engaging with education. There will be time for group discussion and
questions where you can find out how to use similar ideas in different
settings. Tutors: Jessica Beale And Katie Rowland.
Saturday 15 October, 10am-1pm. Tickets £18 or £16 concession
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Adult workshops: age 14+
Artist Talk: Dialogue with Trees
Exhibiting artist Tansy Lee Moir will share stories
of her personal encounters with trees and her
creative process, which is inspired by them. She
has a particular interest in the ecology and history
of ancient woodlands and spent several months
exploring, drawing and photographing Calderwood
in preparation for her exhibition. She will discuss
this and other locations that have inspired her work,
how they relate to her studio practice and invites
questions from the audience.
Wednesday 16 November, 7-9pm. Free, booking essential
Drawing in the Trees
Exhibiting artist Tansy Lee Moir will lead a drawing
workshop inspired by some of Howden Park’s trees.
She will demonstrate her expressive drawing methods
with charcoal, conté and pastel, giving guidance as
you go out in the park to sketch the local trees. All
materials will be provided but you are welcome to
bring your own photographs to work from in the
studio. No experience necessary, just an enthusiasm
for trees and some suitable outdoor clothing.
Saturday 25 February 2017, 10am1pm. Tickets £18 or £16 concession
Public Art Conference - What’s Up with Public Art?
Join us for an in-depth look at the many facets of public
art engagement practices. From the large spectacle to
hands-on sessional activities, artists work in a range of
different contexts to stimulate and encourage creativity.
The inception and development of many of these projects
are years in the making and this conference highlights
some of the complexities of working with communities
over the longer term. During the conference you
will have a chance to speak to planners, artists, local
authority arts officers and private commissioners to gain
some insight into how public art as a sector functions in
different parts of Scotland today.
The conference would be useful to art professionals in the industry, artists looking to gain
more information about public art open competition processes, new graduates in art,
urban planning or landscape architecture, as well as the general public.
Wednesday 12 October, 9.30am-4pm. Tickets £33 or £30 concession (includes light
refreshments and lunch) booking for this event must be done online at
www.eventbrite.co.uk search for - What’s Up with Public Art?
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Artist residency with Tansy Lee Moir
In conjunction with her exhibition Dialogues with Trees,
artist Tansy Lee Moir will explore some of West Lothian’s
woodlands and create newly inspired works.
“Personal encounters with trees form the basis of my work,
with research done literally ‘in the field’, usually during the
winter and early spring when the trees are free from leaves.
Walking, driving, poring over maps, gathering local knowledge,
all contribute to my hunt for those trees with something
particular to say. Once found, I make repeated visits to sketch,
photograph and study, often over many years.”
Tansy will explore four themes connected with her
exhibition. She will look at local trees, particularly those
in designated ancient woodlands such as Calderwood.
She will investigate the responses other artists have to
trees as their main subject matter and the diversity of
those responses. She will also include the social activism
surrounding the development of a ‘Tree Charter’, a
national campaign around collectively caring for the
nation’s trees and finally her personal explorations of trees
in her work, their history, their role in our environment and
their many layers of cultural meaning.
Adult dance classes: age 14+
Term 3: week beginning 19 September to
21 November Term
Ticket £43.50 or £39.50 concession.
Term 1: week beginning 16 January to 20
March 2017 Classes and ticket prices TBC
Level 1: Complete beginners, no
experience
Level 2: At least one or two terms of
experience
Level 3: At least one year of experience
Classes are very popular so book early to avoid disappointment.
Pilates: Level 1 - 2
The use of pilates techniques is especially good to correct postural problems
by stabilising the core muscles of the body. The class is taught at a gentle pace
and movements are focused so that the abdominal and back muscles are
strengthened. Increasing flexibility helps to improve posture and reduce the
risk of back problems or injuries. Please bring your own exercise mat.
Mondays 19 September to 21 November, 6.15 - 7.15pm
Tap Dancing: Level 3
Focusing on more complex and demanding steps and rhythms, you will
work on a fun routine which will build each week.
Mondays 19 September to 21 November, 7.30 - 8.30pm
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Adult dance classes: age 14+
Ballet: Level 1 - 2
A soft, gentle and beautifully elegant style. For all those people who either did
ballet a long time ago or never had the chance to try it… now is your time!
Mondays 19 September to 21 November 8.30 - 9.30pm
Strictly Come Dancing: Level 1 and 2
If you’ve enjoyed watching the stars from TV learn the waltz, cha-cha, quick
step and tango and think you would like a go… then this is your chance. This
class will take you through the basics in a fun and relaxed manner.
New level 2 class available for those with one or two terms experience.
Tuesdays 20 September to 22 November 7 - 8pm Level 1
Tuesdays 20 September to 22 November, 8 - 9pm Level 2
Gentle Pilates: Level 1
A seated and standing pilates class with no mat work, suitable for all ages, abilities
and those with health or mobility issues. Focusing on postural awareness,
strength, balance and coordination, with a mindful approach to movement.
Sessions will feature the use of resistance bands and pilates balls (both provided).
Wednesdays 21 September to 30 November (No class 26 October), 11am - 12pm
Tai Chi:
Level 1 - 3
Gentle movement for your body and mind. Slow gentle movements that
gently aid mobility and suppleness. The exercises can be adapted for those
with physical limitations. Beginners always welcome.
Wednesdays 10 - 11am. Tickets £4.50 or £4 concession
Tap Dancing: Level 2
Introducing a few complex steps and rhythms and working on a fun routine
which will build each week.
Wednesdays 21 September to 23 November, 7.30 - 8.30pm
Generation Dance:
Level 1 - 3
This is a fun and relaxed creative movement and dance session suitable
for men and women aged over 60 of all abilities. Take part seated or
standing, be creative, improve general fitness and socialise. You can also
join in tea dances and intergenerational projects throughout the year.
Thursday 1 September to 1 December, 11.30am - 12.30pm. Donations
General Yoga: Level 1 - 2
Renew and rejuvenate your body and nervous system by learning gentle
stretching and simple breathing techniques. Yoga postures will slowly
improve flexibility and strength, balance the body and bring its response
systems back into equilibrium. Please bring your own yoga mat.
Thursdays 22 September to 24 November, 6 - 7pm.
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Children’s classes
After School Arts
Join our art club for young artists and develop your creative skills in this fun
and practical class. Learn to paint, use mixed media and find inspiration
from the changing exhibitions in the gallery. Always lively, always fun.
All materials provided, old clothes advised.
Term 3: 24 August to 12 October Term 4: 2 November to 21 December
Wednesdays 5.30 - 7pm, Tickets £40 or £37 concession. Age 7-12
Rush Dance Company
Dance class open to young people with an interest in learning different
dance styles, creating new dances and performing at the annual Youth
Dance Showcase.
Tuesdays 20 September to 22 November, 5.30 - 7pm
Term ticket £40.50 (includes 1 free class). Pay on the day tickets
£4.50 subject to availability. Age 13 - 18
Voice Rocks
A free weekly Pop/Rock choir experience for young people in West
Lothian. Over the course of the workshops, participants will be taught
in an easy-to-learn style. No formal training, sight singing or reading
of music or theory is required. Participants will listen to and discuss
songs in the Rock/Pop genre and decide as a group which ones to
rehearse. A showcase will follow the workshops on Wednesday 18
January, 7.30-8.30pm.
Junior – Ages: P5 - P7, 10 - 11.30am or 11.30am - 1.00pm
Senior – Ages: S1 - S6, 1.30 - 3.30pm, Saturdays 17 September to 14 January 2017.
Places are free but must be booked in advance
FIREFLYARTS
enriching young lives...
THEATRE, FILM AND DRAMA FUN
FOR CHILDREN AND YOUNG PEOPLE
T: 01506 333005
Join us at Firefly Arts for weekly workshops with
children and young people aged 5 - 18 years. Our
autumn programme ranges from creative play and
drama games for younger children, to theatre skills,
performance and film-making projects for young
adults. For more details, fees and other information
please contact us using the details below.
E: [email protected]
W: www.firefly-arts.co.uk
Registered Scottish Charity, No: SCO02848
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The perfect venues
for your next event
With a range of different spaces
available for hire, Howden Park
Centre and Linlithgow Burgh Halls
are the perfect venues for social
events, meetings, conferences,
parties, weddings and community
performances.
For more information or to arrange a viewing, contact:
Howden Park Centre
T: 01506 773853 | E: [email protected]
W: howdenparkcentre.co.uk
Linlithgow Burgh Halls
T: 01506 282720 | E: [email protected]
W: linlithgowburghhalls.co.uk
CaféBar
H OW D EN PAR K CEN T R E
Enjoy a great choice of
hot and cold beverages, cakes
and sweet treats seven days a week
in a beautiful parkland setting. Delicious
salads, fresh sandwiches and soup are also
available Monday to Friday.
Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. Saturday & Sunday 10am - 5pm
Performance Evenings: the bar will be open for pre-theatre and interval drinks.
Opening hours subject to change. Please see our website for up to date information.
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Free Wi-Fi
booking
Howden Park Centre, Livingston, West Lothian, EH54 6AE
New Box Office Hours
Booking: 01506 777666
By telephone or in person
Monday to Thursday 10am - 4pm
Friday and Saturday 12noon - 4pm
Sunday closed.
Book online: www.howdenparkcentre.co.uk
Tickets will be subject to an online booking fee.
Group reservations and booking
Tickets can be reserved by groups of 10+ only.
Group discounts are available on selected shows
only, for more information contact the box office.
Concession tickets
Available to senior citizens, children 16 and
under, full- time students, unwaged, those in
receipt of income support, disabled people
and their helpers. Proof of entitlement must be
shown when collecting tickets.
West Lothian School Groups
Available on selected shows, to organised school
and nursery groups that are listed on West
Lothian Council’s Establishment and Partner
Providers lists. If you are unsure if your group is
eligible please contact the box office.
Performance space
Subject to change.
Refund policy
Tickets for performances or workshops cannot
be exchanged or refunded unless the event is
cancelled. If an event has sold out and we have
a waiting list, we will try to find someone to buy
your tickets if you let us know in advance that
you cannot attend.
Other Charges
Mailing of tickets £1. Change of seat requests £1.
Late for the show?
We regret that if you arrive late for some shows
you may have to wait until a suitable break in
the performance, occasionally until the interval,
before you can take your seat.
Impaired Mobility/Disability
The Auditorium has 4 wheelchairs spaces and 10
seats for customers with impaired mobility.
Children in the Auditorium
Children aged 2 and over must have a paid seat
booked for them, (under 2s can sit on your knee,
for some shows they may also require a paid
ticket - please ask at the time of booking).
Booster seats are available free of charge.
Prams and buggies are not permitted in the
auditorium. Baby carriers can be taken in if a seat
is booked and paid for to sit the carrier onto.
Access all areas - Howden Park Centre’s public areas are fully accessible for those with limited mobility.
Please let us know at the time of booking if you have access requirements. Assist dogs are welcome.
Information is available in braille, tape, large print and community languages.
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on
01506 park
280000
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Livington Road
Houston
Interchange
Almondvale Boulevard
On Foot
10 minute walk from Livingston Shopping
Centre and bus terminal. Head along
Almondvale Boulevard following the pedestrian
signs for the Civic Centre. Walking past the
entrance to the Civic Centre use the pedestrian
crossing on Howden South Road, follow the
path ahead through Howden Park to the Centre.
By Bus
Howden Park Centre is well served by buses.
It is a 10 minute walk from the bus terminal at
Livingston Shopping Centre. The closest bus
stops are on Howden East and at the entrance
to St John’s Hospital, with both a 2 minute walk
away.
By TraIn
Edinburgh Waverley to Livingston North
Journey time: from 23 mins.
Glasgow Queen Street to Livingston North
Journey time from 41mins.
We suggest putting a Livingston taxi number in
your mobile and telephoning from the train if
you are arriving outside peak times.
By Car
Directions
HOWDEN PARK CENTRE, HOWDEN, LIVINGSTON
EH54 6AE
From Edinburgh: M8, come off at Livingston
(J3). Slip road to dual carriageway (A899).
From Glasgow: M8, come off at Livingston (J3).
1st exit off roundabout onto the dual
carriageway (A899).
Dual Carriageway to Howden Park Centre
A899 towards town centre exit Almondvale
junction - exit marked Craigshill South (brown
HPC tourist sign). At the bottom of the slip get
into the right hand lane, take the 2nd exit from
the roundabout. Left hand lane at the lights
and follow the brown HPC sign. Through the
roundabout to the next one (Civic Centre on
your left) and take 3rd exit. Turn left at the next
Howden Park Centre sign (into Toronto Avenue).
Left into Howden Park. Follow the road to the
end. You have arrived.There is free parking.
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