From one of the most exciting emerging new stars in the UK’s live stand-up scene,1994 is Edinburgh native’s Connor Burns third solo hour. A prolific joke writer, his Scottish-level cynicism and self-deprecation punctuates a disarmingly relaxed persona and an intelligent, razor-sharp wit. Connor’s burgeoning reputation as “one to watch” was cemented at the 2023 Fringe when he sold out his entire run two months before the festival started.

After a successful visit to the Burgh Hall last year, the hilarious Gary Faulds returns to Dunoon with New Material. “Come and join me at my favourite smaller venues, getting material together for the main tour. This is a unique gig trying untested and raw material. You won’t know any different unless a bit dies on its hole, you will know when that happens because I will bin it and go full terror mode on the front row. I am grateful for your support and can’t wait to see you all!”

With over 100M views online see the longest running panellist from BBC Scotland’s “Breaking The News” live in his first national tour! Stuart Mitchell is now regarded as one of the UK’s top comedians and social media stars with over a 100M views online. You’ve seen him online and now you can see him on his first ever national UK tour, Tips Not Included. Join the longest running panellist of BBC Scotland’ Breaking The News as he shares his amazing life story.

Join us for an evening with GRADO, the beloved star of Two Doors Down, Scot Squad and wrestling & STEPHEN PURDON, the actor behind River City's Bob O'Hara as they hit the road for a hilarious tour across Scotland. The Panto double-act pair will be tag-teaming up for a show that's sure to leave you in stitches. From Shieldinch to Latimer Crescent, the duo will share late tales from their careers in television, wrestling and panto, plus plenty of personal anecdotes.  Boab and Grado promise a night of laughter and fun you won't forget. AGE LIMIT: 14+ Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

The award winning Bookshop Band write and perform songs inspired by books. Formed in 2010 they released their first album two months later and have since released albums collaborating with over 100 authors, including Philip Pullman, Louis de Bernieres and Margaret Atwood. Between them Beth Porter and Ben Please bring the books to the stage along with a multitude of instruments, including cello, harmonium, glockenspiel, guitars and ukuleles which, along with their distinct voices, create a cinematic sound that draws the audience right in to a highly intimate performance, at once touching and mesmerizing, heart wrenching and funny. No previous knowledge of the books is required as the band guide the audience through the stories behind each song's inspiration.

The award-winning performer behind Spam Valley (★★★★★ - The Wee Review) returns with an evening of spellbinding spoken word, uproarious comedy and irreverent chat. Bringing together brand-new pieces and greatest hits from his back catalogue, Kevin P. Gilday is on a mission to make poetry for the masses. Forget everything you know about poetry, this is a show that redefines the artform as a raucous night out in the company of one of the country’s most gifted performers. AGE 16+ Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

Hal Cruttenden is a stand-up comedian and actor renown for his fantastic observational humour and frequent appearances on Mock The Week, Live At The Apollo, and his very own radio show. Cruttenden began acting in television shows in 1983 but soon found his love for stand-up comedy - he was voted Best Newcomer in 2002 at the Edinburgh Comedy Awards and his career took off from there.

Don't miss the hilarious all-star MZA Edinburgh Fringe previews back at Paisley Arts Centre featuring some of the UK’s best headlining comedians! Connor Burns is a brilliant stand-up from one of the fastest rising new stars of Scottish comedy. Stuart McPherson is an award-winning stand-up comedian, writer and actor, probably best known for his appearances in SCOT SQUAD (BBC) Please note these shows are still a work in progress, there will be some strong language and although they might not be slick, they sure will be funny! _Lineups are different for each night and acts are subject to change/availability_ Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

16+ Don't miss the hilarious all-star MZA Edinburgh Fringe previews back at Paisley Arts Centre featuring some of the UK’s best headlining comedians!  Craig Hill's razor-sharp wit and outrageous audience rapport have seen Scotland's favourite kilted comedian also become a superstar in Australia.  Kai Humphries has toured 8 of his own solo shows around Australia as well as a run off-Broadway and a massive 25 date tour around Europe! Please note these shows are still a work in progress, there will be some strong language and although they might not be slick, they sure will be funny! _Lineups are different for each night and acts are subject to change/availability_ Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

Malin Lewis is an innovative, award winning, multi-instrumentalist melding Scottish West coast tradition with a newly invented, self-made bagpipe. They perform in a trio alongside Sally Simpson (Fiddle) and Ali Hutton (Guitar). Hair tingling, philosophical and dance inducing melodies inspired by European folk traditions, queerness and the universe. Having toured across the UK, Canada and Europe, Malin released their debut album ‘Halocline’ in May 2024 on Hudson Records. A Halocline is a visible layer that forms between salt and fresh water and is home to a unique microbial ecosystem. Halocline is a metaphor for Malin’s trans identity and living in a space in between; a beautiful space between a binary. Malin’s unique timbre is born from the deep connection that comes from making and composing for their own instrument. Their one of a kind two-octave Smallpipe creates a whole new world of sound, captivating audiences at every opportunity. Inspired by the likes of Martyn Bennett, Duncan Chisholm and Sharron Shannon their music is as lively as it is thought provoking and sensitive. Recently Malin has been recording music for The Outrun film, composing for contemporary dance and theatre and been learning the tradition of the extinct Finnish Bagpipes. “The future of Scottish folk is here” – The Wire Magazine Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

Two Tribes is a sharp, funny, and heartfelt comedy-drama set in 1980s Glasgow, exploring family, loyalty, and the Celtic-Rangers football rivalry. Written by Alan Brady, it follows the McCann family as football fanatic Archie and his wife, Rita, prepare for their daughters’ double wedding. With mounting tensions over wedding plans, money struggles, and clashing dreams, the play captures the humour and resilience of working-class life, offering an engaging and nostalgic portrayal of love and tradition. Age 14+ Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

The Great Baldini Family Magic Show The legendary magician the Great Baldini tells the story of his, and Baldwin the magical dog's, life from their first tricks to the height of their careers - attempting Houdini's greatest escape. The show is packed with magic, sweets, puppetry, sweets, water, sweets, eggs, sweets, and escapology. It's hilariously silly.with sweets. Come and see two true magical superstars (Baldini and Baldwin) at the very pinnacle of their powers. The Great Baldini is an award-winning member of the Magic Circle and the Bristol Stage Magic Champion. "Incredible" Front Row, BBC Radio 4 "Charming, engaging, and charismatic. A pleasure." FringeReview

Traditional Celtic music at its best! With fire-driven instrumentals, topical songs, haunting ballads and a good dose of humour, and joined by Scotland’s youngest Clan leader on bagpipes and fiddle, the variety and range of the material they perform is matched only by their enthusiasm and lively Celtic spirits. "Formed from a Paisley pub session in 1968, seminal trailblazers the Tannahill Weavers now also rank as national treasures." -Glasgow Celtic Connections 2018 "The music may be pure old time Celtic, but the drive and enthusiasm are akin to straight ahead rock and roll." -Winnipeg Free Press. Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

Horse, the phenomenal singer-songwriter and true icon of British music, celebrates 35 years since the release of her landmark debut album The Same Sky. Originally released on 18th June 1990, the album has become a timeless soundtrack for countless lives. The record's first single, You Could Be Forgiven, was followed by fan-favourites The Speed of the Beat and Sweet Thing. The final release, Careful—a breathtaking ballad featuring only voice and strings—remains one of Horse’s most enduring songs and was famously covered by Will Young. Following the album's release, Horse toured extensively across the UK and Europe, sharing stages with legends such as Tina Turner and B.B. King. Returning to PAC for this special anniversary show is a poetic full-circle moment, as Horse originally showcased The Same Sky for producer Pete Smith at this very venue. In this exclusive event, Horse will perform the entire album in its original track order, share intimate stories "in conversation," and treat audiences to highlights from her 11-album career, including tracks from her stunning latest release, The Road Less Travelled. “Horse could sing a weather report and make it moving.” — Leicester Mercury “A ridiculously magnificent voice... reasserts herself as the ultimate singers’ singer.” — The Write Angle “One of Britain’s finest singers.” — Q Magazine Don't miss this once-in-a-lifetime celebration of an artist whose voice continues to captivate and inspire Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

_'THE HANGAR'_ is brand new evening curated by musicians SUSHIL K DADE (_The Soup Dragons / Future Pilot AKA_) & RADHIKA, bringing together Scotland’s alternative artistic community for a multi-arts celebration of MUSIC, FILM, AND UNEXPECTED COLLABORATIONS. Each night will feature special guests, exclusive performances, and handpicked films that inspire and challenge the way we experience art. Alongside ad-hoc music from Radhika and Sushil. STUART BRAITHWAITE (MOGWAI) TAKEOVER — WITH SPECIAL GUESTS CLOTH Join us for an unforgettable evening hosted by STUART BRAITHWAITE, guitarist, author, and founding member of Scottish post-rock pioneers MOGWAI. As part of his takeover, Stuart will be joined by rising alt-pop duo CLOTH, fresh off the release of their stunning new album _Pink Silence_ on MOGWAI’S ROCK ACTION RECORDS. Expect a genre-blurring journey through sound and story as Stuart shares excerpts from his book, "SPACESHIPS OVER GLASGOW", interspersed with some of his favourite music, and a screening of the new MOGWAI DOCUMENTARY FILM _— ‘IF STARS HAD A SOUND’_. SPECIAL GUESTS: CLOTH (LIVE SET) Cloth are twins Rachael and Paul Swinton. Championed by BBC Radio 6 Music DJs Mary Anne Hobbs, Huw Stephens, and Guy Garvey, the band’s new album, _Pink Silence_ will be released on April 25th 2025 via MOGWAI’S ROCK ACTION RECORDS. Produced by Ali Chant (Perfume Genius, PJ Harvey, Yard Act), _Pink Silence_ comes after the band shared new singles 'Stuck', ‘Golden’ and ‘Polaroid’, their first new music since the release of their acclaimed and Scottish Album Of The Year Award nominated 2023 album for Rock Action, _Secret Measure_. Blending intricate alt-rock guitar interplay with Rachael’s signature gossamer-thin vocal, Secret Measure received critical acclaim from The Guardian, Pitchfork, CLASH and Uncut and was shortlisted for the 2023 SAY Award. FILM SCREENING: _IF THE STARS HAD SOUND_ _If the Stars Had Sound_ is the brand-new feature-length documentary about Mogwai, released April 28. Directed by longtime collaborator ANTONY CROOK, the film is a raw and intimate portrait of the band’s 25-year journey — from their 1995 beginnings to the making of their tenth studio album. Built from UNPRECEDENTED ACCESS AND UNSEEN ARCHIVE FOOTAGE, the film captures Mogwai’s transformation from Glasgow outsiders to international cult icons — known for their EMOTIONALLY EUPHORIC, GENRE-DEFYING LIVE PERFORMANCES. At its heart, this is a love letter to the band’s fans — a powerful celebration of the deep emotional connections formed through Mogwai’s music. 16+ Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access requests/advice: [email protected] Tel: 0300 300 1210

The Topic for June's History Cafe will be the Archaeology of Paisley. We will look at a range of archaeology sites across Paisley, focusing on the Abbey and the surrounding area.. Grab a drink and lets talk history!

For this History Cafe session, we will turn our attention to the archaeology of the county of Renfrew. From Prehistoric Hill Forts, Roman Forts and fortlets to medieval Castles and Churches, the County holds a surprising amount of accessible archaeology and upstanding remains.

This month, we are going to explore Paisley and Renfrewshire church records and their usefulness for family history research. Despite official registration coming in in 1855, Churches continue to maintain birth, marriage, and occasionally death records to this day. You will receive an automatic email when you book and a further email just before the event confirming locations, etc.

This month, we are going to explore Paisley Poor Relief from the Churches' point of view. Records dating back into the late 18th Century for the combined Paisley Session give an indication of the Income the churches received from their parishioners and how the money was distributed to the town's poor lets get a coffee and talk Family History!.

This month we are going to explore Paisley and Renfewshire church records and their usefulness for family history research.

_ONSALE FRI 30TH MAY 10AM_ Scotland’s hilarious kilt swingin’ highland flinging standup is back with his new riotous show! 2025/2024/2023 Sir Billy Connolly Spirit of Glasgow Award nominee. ‘Genuinely funny’ ★★★★★ (Mirror) ‘Absolutely hilarious!’ ★★★★ (List) 18+ Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

_+ SPECIAL GUEST MATT DEIGHTON_ Kathryn Williams is a British, Mercury music prize-nominated singer-songwriter. With 17 albums under her belt in the last 27 years, her last solo album, _Night Drives_ debuted at #2 in the official folk album charts, while her last album,a collaboration with Withered hand titled _Willson Williams_ was nominated for the SAY and AMA awards. Label One Little Independent celebrated her career (thus far) with a 20-CD and 2-book box set, Anthology, strewn with her artwork. Her novel _The Ormering Tide_ debuted to critical acclaim, and she also hosts her own popular podcast, _Before the Light Goes Out_, which appeared in the Top Ten best music podcasts by the Guardian. Kathryn tutors at the Arvon and Moniack Mhor Foundations, and writes with many diverse artists around the world including Paul Weller, Chris Difford, Ed Harcourt, Beth Nielsen Chapman, and Michele Stodart. She is the only female included in the Top Ten list of Greatest Liverpool songwriters of all time. Her latest album, MYSTERY PARK will be released this Autumn. Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210

Explosive physical performance by two men wrestling with their relationship to violence, fusing high octane fights with stories from the performers’ lives. A show for anyone who’s enjoyed a violent action movie (but felt weird about it). madeinscotlandshowcase.com 14+ _ _ _Use of haze. Contains violence (including use of prop weapons and fake blood), strong language (including use of racial & homophobic slurs) & reference to suicide. _ Please note, wheelchair accessible spaces are not available to book online. Please email or call the box office to book a wheelchair accessible space or for any other access  requests/advice:  [email protected]  Tel: 0300 300 1210