Live Argyll

YouthSTUFF Presents Xanadu
2026-06-25 19:30 - 22:00 (Europe/London) | Argyll and Bute
Come back to the 80’s with us as a Greek muse inspires love, laughter and the world’s first roller disco!

Doors for Evening Performances 7.00pm and 2.00pm for Saturday Matinee.
Based on the Universal Pictures cult classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly, Xanadu is hilarity on wheels for adults, children and anyone who has ever wanted to feel inspired.

“A Million Lights Are Dancing and
There You Are – A Shooting Star”

Xanadu JR. is done in the style of a classic Greek tragedy and follows a Greek Muse named Kira who chooses to help and guide a struggling artist. This musical comedy features an original hit score by pop-rock legends Jeff Lynne and John Farrar, which includes songs like “Magic”, “All Over The World”, “Evil Woman”, and “Xanadu.”

This Tony Award-nominated, hilarious, roller skating, musical adventure is about following your dreams and overcoming all the limitations life throws at you.

YouthSTUFF is Dunoon’s performing arts group for children and young people aged 9 – 18. Recent productions include Pure Freezin (original pantomime), The Addams Family (musical), and Alice in Wonderland (original musical).

Xanadu JR. is presented through special arrangement with Music Theatre International (MTI).

Tickets £12 (general admission)/ £6 (under 18)/ FREE (under 5)

Summer Classics - Scottish Chamber Orchestra
2026-06-24 19:30 - 21:30 | The Corran Halls, 54 Corran Esplanade, Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA34 5AB, United Kingdom
The Scottish Chamber Orchestra and Conductor Lucas Macias come to Oban with a live performance of Summer Classics.

Summer Classics

Radiant melodies, dazzling agility and theatre from first note to last: join us in a joyful celebration of wind virtuosity and symphonic brilliance.

An evening of wit and Mediterranean warmth awaits you, as Lucas Macias conducts a programme that lets our wind soloists truly shine.

Rossini sets the stage with the effervescent Overture to The Silken Ladder, a playful curtain-raiser brimming with comic charm. Weber then puts the clarinet in the spotlight: SCO Principal Maximiliano Martín brings virtuoso dash to the lively Concertino, before SCO Principal Bassoon Cerys Ambrose-Evans joins him for Stamitz’s elegant double concerto, full of conversational interplay and Classical poise.

Weber’s Andante & Rondo capriccioso gives the bassoon its own star turn, combining tender song with irresistible flair. After the interval, Mendelssohn’s Italian Symphony bathes the hall in musical sunshine, its dancing finale sending you home smiling.
Lucas Macias conductor
Maximiliano Martín clarinet
Cerys Ambrose-Evans bassoon

PROGRAMME
ROSSINI Overture, The Silken Ladder 07’
WEBER, Clarinet Concertino op. 26, 10’
STAMITZ Concerto for clarinet and bassoon in B flat major, 20’
WEBER Andante & Rondo for bassoon and orchestra , op. 34 10’
MENDELSSOHN Symphony No 4 ‘Italian’ 27’

Made in Dagenham - The Musical
2026-05-30 14:30 - 17:00, 2026-05-29 19:30 - 22:00, 2026-05-28 19:30 - 22:00 | Argyll and Bute
Made in Dagenham is a bold, feel-good musical comedy

Made in Dagenham is a bold, feel-good musical comedy inspired by the true story of the Ford sewing machinists’ strike of 1968. Join Cowal Choral Club for toe-tapping songs, big laughs, and an inspiring tale of courage, friendship, and women standing up to change history! Contains strong language – not suitable for children under 14.
Doors for Evening Performances 7.00pm and 2.00pm Saturday Matinee.

JACK DOCHERTY IN THE CHIEF - NO APOLOGIES
2026-05-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Victoria Halls Helensburgh G84 8TU, Sinclair Street, Helensburgh, Argyll and Bute, G84 8TU, United Kingdom
Scot Squad’s Jack Docherty comes to the Victoria Halls for a great night of comedy!

Jack Docherty is Chief Commissioner Cameron Miekelson – your Chief, our Chief, The People’s Chief!
As seen on BBC Scotland’s Scot Squad and The Chief, this national hero will be bringing his wit and wisdom (and let’s be honest, his still simmering good-looks) to a theatre near you.
You may have seen The Chief’s ‘Apology sketch’ – a viral sensation, racking up more than 80 million views – well now’s your chance to see The Chief live in his critically acclaimed, sell-out show, No Apologies.
The show will feature your favourite sketches from Scot Squad and lots of hilarious new jokes as The Chief dissects the state of the nation, from politics to policing, football to families, bams to biscuits.
The Chief will also read excerpts from his forthcoming best-selling memoir, No Apologies, a book that tells his unique personal story of how a white, middle-class, public school educated boy from Edinburgh somehow overcame all the odds to become the Chief Commissioner of The Scottish Police Force.
This is sure to be the theatrical event of this, or any other, year. Don’t miss out!

(Please note – band and radges will be denied entry)

“Sharp Satire…Refreshingly Ridiculous…Hail to the Chief” ★★★★, The Herald“Docherty portrays [The Chief] with a mastery that is as ruthless as it is side-achingly hilarious” – 4*, The Scotsman‘Masterful, superlative’ (Chortle.co.uk).‘A hugely talented comic performer’ (Sunday Times).‘Docherty’s mighty presence fills the room’ (ThreeWeeks).“Caledonia’s closest equivalent to Alan Partridge” – 4*,The Reviews Hub
**** (Evening Standard).
**** (Skinny).

Tartan Noir with Professor David Wilson and Martin Frizell
2026-04-13 19:30 - 21:30 | Corran Halls, Esplande, Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA34 5AB, United Kingdom
Professor David Wilson and Martin Frizell explore the myths of tartan noir and examine the realities of Scottish crime.
What happens when the stories we tell about crime become more powerful than the reality?
Join criminologist Professor David Wilson and journalist Martin Frizell for an engaging evening exploring some of Scotland’s most talked-about crimes – and the stories that have grown up around them.
Drawing on decades of experience in journalism and criminology, the evening looks at why certain crimes continue to grip public attention, how “tartan noir” has shaped Scotland’s reputation, and where the reality of crime differs from its portrayal in books, television, and true crime culture.
Through cases including Bible John, Peter Tobin, Dennis Nilsen, Robert Black, the Dunblane massacre, organised crime in Scotland, and the disappearance of Madeleine McCann, the discussion moves beyond headlines to ask what these stories really tell us about violence, fear, and society.
Alongside the cases themselves, Frizell and Wilson explore:

Why serial killers feature so heavily in Scottish crime fiction despite being rare in reality
How Scotland went from being labelled the “murder capital of Europe” to experiencing historically low homicide rates
The impact of crime dramas and true crime on public attitudes to masculinity, punishment, and justice

Thoughtful, accessible, and often surprising, True Crime Tartan Noir invites audiences to reflect on the difference between myth and reality – and why the stories we tell about crime matter.
A must-see for fans of true crime, criminology, and gripping real-life stories!
About the Speakers:
David Wilson is Emeritus Professor of Criminology at Birmingham City University and the author of more than 25 books on crime and punishment, including A History of Modern Britain in 20 Murders. An award-winning broadcaster, he has presented documentaries for Channel 4 and BBC Scotland, including Interview with a Murderer and David Wilson’s Crime Files, and co-hosts the podcast This Much Is True Crime.
Martin Frizell is a journalist and broadcaster with decades of experience across British print and television media. He has worked on some of the UK’s most high-profile crime stories and was the first journalist to give national coverage to the disappearance of Madeleine McCann. He is the co-host of the podcast This Much Is True Crime, where he explores major cases with a focus on evidence, context, and ethics rather than speculation.

Country Superstars
2026-04-11 19:30 | Corran Halls, Esplande, Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA34 5AB, United Kingdom
This truly unique show tells the diverse story of Country Music and takes us on a journey back through time, meeting some of the most influential icons who shape country music history as well as some modern-day stars.
Dolly Parton said on BBC One Show in front of an audience of over 4.5 million viewers, “I wish them all the best and appreciate them doing Dolly and Kenny so well for so long.”

Easter in Kintyre, Full Day of Multi-sports P1 - P5 on Friday 10th April
2026-04-10 10:00 - 15:00 | Argyll and Bute
Active Schools will be hosting 1 full day of multi-sports in week one of the holiday, open to pupils in P1 – P5.

Active Schools will be holding 1 full day of Multi-sports in Week One of the Easter Holidays, on Friday 10th April from 10.00 – 3.00pm targeting pupils in P1 – P5.
The day will allow the pupils to experience a number of various sports & activties and enjoy some down time too. Children can either bring a packed lunch or go home for lunch.
The session will be taking place at Campbeltown Grammar School, Campbeltown .
For information on the junior concession eligibility, please visit our website HERE
For our inclusion statement, please visit our website HERE
For our behaviour policy, please click on the link Active Schools Behaviour Procedure – Live Argyll

The Journey Back
2026-03-28 19:30 | Victoria Hall, Aqualibrium Ave, Campbeltown, Argyll and Bute, PA28 6EG, United Kingdom
We’re bringing the best Rangers night out to Campbeltown.
The beloved show that’s wowed audiences arenas over will be doing a regional theatre tour in 2026 and we can’t wait to have a sing song with the Rangers support in Campbeltown!
Unreserved seating. Sit where you want!
Under 16’s to be accompanied by adult. Be advised strong language is used throughout.

The Journey Back
2026-03-27 19:30 | Corran Halls, Esplande, Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA34 5AB, United Kingdom
We’re bringing the best Rangers night out to Oban.
The beloved show that’s wowed audiences arenas over will be doing a regional theatre tour in 2026 and we can’t wait to have a sing song with the Rangers support in Oban!
Unreserved seating. Sit where you want!
Under 16’s to be accompanied by adult. Be advised strong language is used throughout.

Junior Intermediate Gymnastics Bute (TUESDAY), 4-4.45pm
2026-03-17 16:00 - 2026-03-31 16:45 | Argyll and Bute
Junior Intermediate Gymnastics Bute (TUESDAY), 4-4.45pm

In this class, the gymnasts will work on skills such as handstands, headstand, cartwheels, and round-offs. This class will also be an apparatus-based class practicing their vault work and jumps. The gymnasts will start to link different gymnastics skills together to make a basic gymnastics routine.

For information on the Junior Concession eligibility, please visit: https://liveargyll.co.uk/qualifying-criteria-liveargyll/#junior
For our inclusion statement, please visit our website: https://liveargyll.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/liveArgyll-Inclusion-Statement-4.6.21.pdf
For our behaviour procedure, please click the link: https://liveargyll.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/AS-Behaviour-Procedure.pdf

Junior Beginner Gymnastics Bute (TUESDAY), 3.15-4pm
2026-03-17 15:15 - 2026-03-31 16:00 | Argyll and Bute
Junior Beginner Gymnastics Bute (TUESDAY), 3.15-4pm

In this class, we will teach your child the basic skills that they will require for gymnastics such as coordination, rolling, jumping, and balance. The gymnasts will also get a chance to use all the different gymnastics apparatus and develop their confidence. They will also get a chance to develop their basic gymnastics skills such as forward/backward rolls, handstands, and cartwheels.
For information on the Junior Concession eligibility, please visit: https://liveargyll.co.uk/qualifying-criteria-liveargyll/#junior
For our inclusion statement, please visit our website: https://liveargyll.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/liveArgyll-Inclusion-Statement-4.6.21.pdf
For our behaviour procedure, please click the link: https://liveargyll.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/AS-Behaviour-Procedure.pdf

Parent and Toddler Play Gym Sessions(18months-5yrs)
2026-03-17 14:00 - 2026-03-31 14:30 | Argyll and Bute
Parent and Toddler Play Gym Sessions(18months-5yrs)

Parent & Toddler Play Gym
Our Parent & Toddler Play Gym sessions offer a fun and welcoming space for young children and their parents or guardians to enjoy free play using a variety of gymnastics apparatus. LiveArgyll/Active Schools staff will be on hand to oversee activities and provide assistance throughout the session.
These sessions encourage children to be active while exploring movement, balance, jumping, and coordination in a safe and supportive environment.
Please note: All children must be accompanied by an adult parent or guardian at all times.
For our inclusion statement, please visit our website: https://liveargyll.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/liveArgyll-Inclusion-Statement-4.6.21.pdf
For our behaviour procedure, please click the link: https://liveargyll.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/AS-Behaviour-Procedure.pdf

Whisky Galore
2026-03-06 19:30 - 2026-03-07 22:30 | Corran Halls, Esplande, Oban, Argyll and Bute, PA34 5AB, United Kingdom
Benderloch and North Connel Drama Club present Whisky Galore
Catch the show at Corran Halls on:
Friday 6th March @ 7:30pm
Saturday 7th March @ 2:30pm
Saturday 7th March @ 7:30pm
