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MACDONALD BROS "X-MAS" SHOW

The MacDonald Bros are back and raring to take to the stage with their multitude of musical instruments for their fun packed Christmas Production for all the family! 

  • 19th Dec - Lossiemouth Town Hall - click here for tickets

  • 18th Dec - Ayr Town Hall - click here for tickets

  • 12th Dec - Culloden Academy (Inverness) - click here for tickets

  • 5th Dec - Deeside Theatre (Aboyne)- for tickets 01339 886222

  • 3rd Dec - Voluntere Hall (galashiels) - click here for tickets
  • 27th Nov - Lochgelly Centre (Fife) - for tickets 01592 583303

  • 21st Nov - Webster Theatre (Arbroath) - for tickets 01241 435800

Friday 25th September - Pavillion Theatre - CANCELLED

  SHOW CANCELLED - PLEASE TAKE YOUR TICKETS TO THE PAVILION BOX OFFICE FOR FULL REFUND 


Steve McKenna, best known as Real Radio’s drive time presenter on one of the biggest radio shows in the UK, is now live on stage in an unmissable variety show, packed full of laughter, music and comedy, letting you see Steve as you’ve never seen him before…

“The voice in your head is now in your face and he’s bringing a full supporting cast of singers and dancers!”

This action packed, fast paced energetic modern variety show – will have you roaring with laughter, singing along and dancing in the aisles as Steve, with his full supporting cast of singers and dancers, entertain you with the best variety of hits from the past few decades, together with hilarious comedy sketches and routines…Oh!!!... And one or two surprises along the way!

Steve McKenna is a Sony Award winning journalist and presenter with well over a decade’s experience under his belt. His television work has encompassed every major terrestrial and digital channel. Steve has also worked on Radio 1 and 2 whilst also reporting for BBC1 News, BBC3 and Radio 5. He’s also written for various publications including NME, The Guardian and completed a two year stint as a columnist for the Daily Record.

Steve’s wit has led to successful comedy writing for Radio 2 and 4 whilst his expertise in the entertainment industry has taken him around the world: The Oscars, Cuba’s first rock gig, numerous festivals throughout Europe, various events in NY and even half way up a mountain in Switzerland. He has a doctorate in metaphysics, his father’s a retired private detective and his mother’s a faith healer ……his interests are extensive, his knowledge is frightening and his experience is enormous.

Steve McKenna, with a full supporting company, in a ‘Real’ cracker of a show… Definitely not to be missed!

SPECIAL GUESTS - THE MACDONALD BROTHERS – RICKY & LORRANINE FROM DEACON BLUE – COLIN & JUSTIN – LIAM DOLAN – GRAHAM DUFFIN FROM WET WET WET – ADELLE RANKIN – (KYLIE TRIBUTE) & EL VENTURA (STRING ACT)
 

Auchenlarie Holiday Park

The MacDonald Bros, are performing at Auchenlarie holiday park on Saturday 29th August 2009!

The park is situated in Castle Douglas, Dumfries and Galloway

Tickets are £10 per person (including children) but are reduced to £8 on special ticket office days which is, Sunday 12th April (bit late :L)

to book call Jackie on 01556 506 207 or the main office 01557 840 251

Southside festival 2009

The Southside Festival is a celebration of everything which is great about the Southside of Glasgow. The Festival aims to celebrate the cultural diversity and community spirit of this unique area of the city.
 
This year the Festival takes place in Queens Park on the 23 and 24 May.
 
Whether you are a group, a solo artist or a dancer this is your chance to perform on the main stage, at the Southside Festival. This years festival presents Festival Stars, a talent competition to find the future stars of the Southside. X Factor Finalists the MacDonald Bros and Nikitta Agnes will judge the competition. Not only will they be judging the heats and finals but they will also be performing on the night of the Festival Stars Final on 23rd May on the main stage!
 
If you are interested in obtaining tickets, send an e-mail to Southsidefestival@hotmail.co.uk 
 
If you would like to know more about the festival..head on over to their website @ http://www.southsidefestival.co.uk/index.html

8th May - Leapark Hotel (Grangemouth)

Join the MacDonald Bros at the Leapark Hotel on Fri 8th May for a night to remember. This exclusive evening will proceed with a four course meal before dancing the night away to the grooves from our disco and exclusive live performance from the MacDonald Bros.

For tickets - contact the Leapark Hotel on 01324 486733 or email us at reception@leapark.com

Re-Connect (Dumfries)

MacDonald Bros will be the star attractions at Community Learning & Development Nithsdale’s Re-Connect event.

X-Factors 3rd place Diana will open the event which will see performances from local young people who take part in the Youth Work Easter programme that will run across Nithsdale during the school holidays.

The Community Learning & Development Service is Re-Launching Youth Work in Nithsdale with Re-Connect. The event will give everyone the chance to learn more about youth work provision and to find out what is happening within their own area.

The event will be a showcase of local young peoples talents including performances of street dance, drama, trash drumming, DJing. There will also be acoustic performances from young people who have accessed the Oasis Youth Centre over the last few years including Robert Shields and Emma Gillespie.

The event will close with a 45 minute set from the MacDonald Bros who will perform a range of top Scottish hits from Franz Ferdinand and Proclaimers as well as their own songs.  

Real 'Eggs Factor' Launch - Saturday 11th April 2009

http://promo.gmgradio.com/3264/regent.asp

Saturday 11th April 2009 - 12pm till 3pm

Thanks to the Regent Shopping Centre, Hamilton and our very own special real radio friend - Steve McKenna who will be judging the contest 

listen to Real Drive Home, weekdays from 2pm-6pm for more info.

See you all there!!

Friday 23rd January 2009: Crown Plaza Hotel Glasgow - Caleidh to celebrate rabbie Burns

Saturday 24th January 2009: Ayr Cental, Ayr

Fri 21st Nov:       Youth Awards (Dundee)
Sat 22nd Nov:     Christmas Lights Switch On (Stirling)
Sun 23rd Nov:     Christmas Lights Switch On (Ayr)
Fri 28th Nov:       Christmas Lights Switch On (Belfast, Ireland)
Sat 28th Nov:      Christmas Lights Switch On (Lossiemouth)
Sat 13th Dec:      X-Factor Finals Event (Edinburgh)
Fri 19th Dec:       Radio Forth Event (Edinburgh, 13-16 year olds Jingle Ball)
Sat 20th Dec:      Radio Forth Event (Edinburgh)
Wed 31st Dec:   "Hogmanay During The Day" (Balloch)
 

Ayr Xmas lights switch on!

The guys will once again be the stars of the show at the xmas lights switch on in their home town of Ayr.

Provost Winnie Sloan will declare the festive period well and truly started when she flicks the switch at 5pm on Sunday, November 23.

De Ville, kids’ favourite Magic Malky and the Paul McKenna band will also be there to ensure that the family fun day has something for everyone.

The switch-on will take place at Wellington Square and for the first time it will be broadcast on a big screen.

Provost Sloan explained: “This is a real family event, with something for people of all ages. The fun starts at 3pm and I will switch the lights on at 5pm.

“If you live in South Ayrshire, or know that you will be in Ayr on that date, come along, join in the fun and have a great time.”

"Young Celts" Winter Tour 2008

Fri 24th Oct : Denny Civic Theatre, Dumbarton

Tickets on sale from Vale Of Leven Swimming Pool, Alexandria (01389 756931), The Meadow Centre, Dumbarton (01389 734094), & The Play Drome, Clydebank (0141 9514321)

Sat 25th Oct : Motherwell Theatre

Tickets on sale..........contact 01698 403120

Fri 31st Oct : Bathgate Regal Theatre

Tickets on sale..........contact 01506 433634

Sat 1st Nov : Theatre Royal, Dumfries

Tickets on sale..........contact 01387 254209

Sun 2nd Nov : Whitehall Theatre, Dundee

Tickets on sale..........contact 01382 434940

Fri 7th Nov : Gaiety Theatre, Ayr (New Date Added)

Tickets on sale..........contact 01292 611222

Sat 8th Nov : Gaiety Theatre, Ayr (SOLD OUT)

Tickets on sale..........contact 01292 611222

Fri 14th Nov : Rothes Halls, Glenrothes

Tickets on sale..........contact 01592 611101

Fri 5th Dec : Buccleuch Centre, Langholm

Tickets on sale..........contact 01387 381196

Thursday 11th Dec: New Elgin Town hall

Tickets on sale from WH Smith Elgin, IV30 1EA, or contact 01343 550002

Friday 12th Dec: New Elgin Town Hall

Sold out!

"Young Celts" Instore signings

The Macs will be shortly embarking on their WORLD RECORD attempt for "Highest Number Of Instore Signings In One Week!" Stores are still being lined up at the moment so you may see a few more stores added in the next few days. Hope to see you there!

Sunday 12th October

09:00 Linwood (Paisley) - ASDA
11:00 Largs - WHSmith
12:30 Ardrossan - ASDA
14:00 Irvine - ASDA
15:30 Kilmarnock - ASDA
17:30 Girvan - ASDA
19:30 Ayr - ASDA


Monday 13th October

09:00 Hamilton - ASDA
10:30 Newmains - ASDA
12:00 Coatbridge - ASDA
13:30 Clydebank - ASDA
15:00 Silverburn (Glasgow) - TESCO
16:30 Argyle Street - WHSmith
18:00 Govan - ASDA
19:30 Bearsden - ASDA
21:00 Newton Mearns (Closes 10pm) - ASDA
22:30 Dumbarton - ASDA


Tuesday 14th October

09:30 Dunbar - ASDA
12:00 Edinburgh (Brunstane) - ASDA
13:30 Edinburgh - TESCO
15:00 Edinburgh (Cameron toll) - WHSmith
16:30 Edinburgh (Chesser) - ASDA
19:30 Livingston - ASDA


Wednesday 15th October

09:00 Grangemouth - ASDA
10:30 Falkirk - TESCO
12:00 Stirling - TESCO
13:30 Alloa - ASDA
15:00 Dunfermline - WHSmith
16:30 Kirkcaldy - ASDA
19:00 Perth - ASDA
21:00 Dundee, Kirkton - ASDA
22:30 Dundee, Milton - ASDA


Thursday 16th October

11:00 Arbroath - WHSmith
12:30 Montrose - WHSmith
14:30 Portlethen - ASDA
17:30 Aberdeen (Bridge of Dee) - ASDA
19:00 Aberdeen (Middleton Park) - ASDA
20:30 Aberdeen (Beach) - ASDA
22:00 Aberdeen (Dyce) - ASDA


Friday 17th October

10:00 Aberdeen St Nicolas Centre - WHSmith
12:00 Peterhead - ASDA
15:30 Huntly - ASDA


Saturday 18th October

09:30 Elgin - WHSmith
12:00 Inverness - WHSmith
16:30 Fort William - WHSmith
19:30 Oban - TESCO


Sunday 19th October

13:00 Cumbernauld - ASDA
15:30 Motherwell - ASDA

Black and gold gala dinner

Preparations for the 10th anniversary of Kingdom FM is currently under way, but what you may not know is that they are holding an exclusive Black & Gold Gala Dinner at the Rothes Halls on Friday the 10th of October to celebrate!

This black-tie event includes a drinks reception, 4-course meal with complimentary wine and a spectacular line-up of entertainment including ‘X Factor’ Finalists THE MACDONALD BROS, stand up comedienne and ‘Have I Got News for You’ guest Jo Caulfield, a Rat Pack Tribute and Cabaret from one of London’s top live bands, The Bogus Brothers and fresh local talent and winners of Talent School 2007, Fife’s very own Glenwood Soulsa Band.


Tickets for this unique event are £80 each, and you can call to secure your place at The Black & Gold Gala Dinner now.


The reservation hotline number is 01592 753 753.

X-Factor Reunion Tour

Highlands and Islands Tour 2008

The MacDonald Brothers are set to embark on the first part of their 2008 Summer Tour!!

The dates and venues I here you ask... well ask no more because here they are!!!!

Tue 22nd July: Brodick Hall, Arran..Tickets available by contacting The Music Kitchen at info@themusickitchen.co.uk State the number of tickets you require in the e-mail and send a cheque for the appropriate amount and tickets will be posted out to you once a postal address has been supplied.                                               

Thu 24th July: Strathpeffer Pavilion (Tickets on sale……contact 01997 420124)

Fri 25th July: The Lido, Peterhead (……contact 01779 484000)                              

Sat 26th July: Lossimouth Town Hall (Tickets on sale from Lossimouth Post Office)         

Sun 27th July: Aboyne Community Centre, Aberdeenshire (Tickets on sale…….contact 01339 886222) 

Mon 28th July: Aboyne Community Centre, Aberdeenshire (NEW DATE ADDED)

Thu 31st July: Pitlochry Town Hall (Tickets on sale…….contact 01796 473866)                                             

Fri 1st Aug:   The Sunart Centre, Strontian (Tickets on sale…….contact 01397 709228)

Sat 2nd Aug:  Argyleshire Gathering Halls, Oban (Tickets on sale…….contact 01631 569407)

Sun 3rd Aug:  The Nevis Centre, Fort William (Tickets on sale…….contact 01397 700707)

Thu 7th Aug:  Rothesay Pavilion, Isle Of Bute (Tickets on sale……..contact 01700 504250)

Fri 8th Aug:   Webster Theatre, Angus (Tickets on sale……..contact 01241 435800)

Sat 9th Aug:  Bettridge Centre, Newtonhill (Tickets on sale……..contact 01569 731320)

Wed 13th Aug:  Aros Centre Auditorium, Isle Of Skye (Tickets on sale…….contact 01478 613649)

Thu 14th Aug:  The MacPhail Centre, Ullapool Tickets on sale…….contact 01854 613336

Outdoor events in July

Sat 5th July: Queens Square, Clydebank

On stage at 3:15 pm

Sat 12th July: Levengrove Park, Dumbarton

The Macs will be opening the show

Choices for Life 2008

Aberdeen AECC: 06/05/2008

Aberdeen AECC: 07/05/2008

Glasgow Clyde auditorium secc: 12/05/08

Glasgow: Clyde auditorium 13/05/2008

Glasgow: clyde auditorium  14/05/2008

Glasgow Clyde auditorium: 15/05/2008

Glasgow Clyde auditorium: 16/05/2008

Kirkwall - The pickaquay centre: 20/05/2008

Edinburgh The Highland hall, royal highland centre: 21/05/2008

Lerwick clickimmin: 22/05/2008

Inverness sports centre: 27/05/2008

Inverness sports centre: 28/05/2008

Inverness sports centre: 29/05/2008

Westlife Home Tour - 2nd leg!

Friday 16th May - Aberdeen AECC

Saturday 17th May - Glasgow SECC