The 28-piece Down for the Count Concert Orchestra and vocalists present a “sonic ride back to the sounds of Capitol Studios in the 1950s” (DownBeat Magazine) as they play timeless classics from The Great American Songbook.
Composers such as George Gershwin, Cole Porter, Hoagy Carmichael and Irving Berlin transformed the art of popular song in the first half of the 20th Century, providing the material that would spring artists such as Frank Sinatra, Nat ‘King’ Cole, Ella Fitzgerald, Peggy Lee, Judy Garland and many more to international stardom.
The music of these great artists and composers will be bought to life by Down for the Count’s Concert Orchestra, featuring some of the UK’s top emerging musicians and arrangers under the baton of musical director Mike Paul-Smith. The orchestra preserve and protect the musical heritage of these unforgettable songs, whilst also looking to the future by presenting original arrangements of classic standards written by members of the orchestra.
Expect to hear hits such as I’ve Got You Under My Skin (Cole Porter/Frank Sinatra), Stardust (Hoagy Carmichael/Nat ‘King’ Cole), ‘S Wonderful (George Gershwin/Ella Fitzgerald) and many more in a joyful celebration of some of the best music of the 20th Century.
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READ MOREStarring a sensational cast, incredible vocals and a stellar live band, Endless Love is the ultimate feel good night out and it celebrates the two legendary artistes Diana Ross and Lionel Richie!
READ MOREScottish born singer and runner-up of The Voice Australia 2023, Nyree Huyser, presents a very special homecoming show – a tribute to the incredible Céline Dion!
READ MOREAs We Were, The history of Oasis and beyond featuring Oasish, comes to Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 28th June!
READ MOREJive Talkin are not simply another Bee Gees Tribute Band, they are THE very best Bee Gees Tribute Band catch them when they return to Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 5th July!
READ MOREGet ready as Eastwood Park Theatre have an unforgettable night of laughter coming your way, headlined by the brilliant Hal Cruttenden!
READ MOREJoin Keltic Storm and an all-star cast of award winning musicians and singers for The Ultimate Irish Hooley at Eastwood Park Theatre on Wednesday 30th July!
READ MORECalling all dino fans... join an interactive adventure to save Volcano Island from a jurassic storm and meet incredible life-like dinosaurs when Dinosaur Adventure Live comes to Eastwood Park Theatre!
READ MOREAn all-star cast from the West End deliver a musical powerhouse of a show that starts with the explosion of Brit Pop in 1962 through to the era of Flower Power and Free Love of the late sixties!
READ MOREWaterstones Newton Mearns presents a Q&A event with internationally bestselling author A.F. Steadman to celebrate the release of the fifth and final book in the blockbuster Skandar series!
READ MOREKevin P Gilday, the award-winning performer behind Spam Valley, comes to Eastwood Park Theatre with Mischief Makar, an evening of spellbinding spoken word, uproarious comedy and irreverent chat!
READ MORETogether, Aly Bain and Phil Cunningham have established themselves as the epitome of excellence in the world of traditional music, don't miss them live at Eastwood Park Theatre on Sunday 31st August!
READ MOREAndré Rieu's Waltz the Night Away!, an all-new summer concert captured live from the stunning Vrijthof Square in his beloved hometown of Maastricht, is coming to Eastwood Park Theatre cinema!
READ MOREThe National Theatre's Inter Alia, a searing examination of modern masculinity and motherhood, will be screened at Eastwood Park Theatre in September!
READ MOREOn what promises to be an entertaining night, Gordon Strachan will be discussing his colourful career and life with Graham Spiers at Eastwood Park Theatre on Friday 5th September!
READ MOREBarbara Dickson has enjoyed a glittering 50-year career in music and theatre. come and hear her in conversation with Graham Spiers and enjoy a song or two as well at Eastwood Park Theatre!
READ MORECome watch this show where scientist turned stand-up comedian Ben Miller explores volcanology, entomology, Hawaiian history, cats, cookies, and more!
READ MOREFollowing a 2024 Spring and Autumn sell out run across Scotland, Kingsman Travelling Theatre Company is absolutely delighted to be bringing Up A Close, Joanna's story to Eastwood Park Theatre!
READ MORESinging songs from the biggest musicals and telling stories about how she came to play roles, this is a unique opportunity to hear Kerry Ellis perform the West End's biggest hits!
READ MOREThe Minerva Club Presents 9 to 5 The Musical, this hilarious story of friendship and revenge in the Rolodex era is outrageous, thought-provoking, and even a little romantic!
READ MORECome and enjoy Tam Cowan's cutting wit at Eastwood Park Theatre where he'll be in conversation with Graham Spiers who, as host on the night, will get to say next to nothing.
READ MOREFind out more about the life of the pioneering lady entrepreneur Catherine Cranston, who spent many happy years in Barrhead, from Historian Lorraine Murray.
READ MOREGet ready as Eastwood Park Theatre have an unforgettable night of laughter coming your way on Saturday 27th September, headlined by the sensational Gary Delaney!
READ MOREPacked with singalong songs such as Row Row Row Your Boat and A Sailor Went to Sea, join The McDougalls for a fun-filled afternoon at Eastwood Park Theatre!
READ MOREThis Family History Workshop, led by experienced genealogist Lorna Kinnaird, PGDip, ASGRA, FSA Scot, will give you the skills and knowledge you need to begin your family history research!
READ MOREThis course led by an experienced genealogist will get you started on carrying out a house history in Scotland and will get you accessing some pretty amazing records!
READ MOREDesperados will deliver a rip roaring set from the outstanding back catalogue of one of the greatest band's in history, The Eagles at Eastwood Park Theatre on Friday 3rd October!
READ MOREReady Steady 60's Show presents a showcase of the great bands of this unforgettable decade, don't miss it at Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 4th October!
READ MOREOMG you guys! Theatre Guild Glasgow proudly presents the musical spectacular Legally Blonde, coming to Eastwood Park Theatre in October!
READ MORECombining physical comedy and puppetry, Hercules the Bear tells the wild, funny and touching true story of how a very special grizzly bear became a folk legend.
READ MOREExperience the powerful star vocals of four Josephs, coming together for a magical evening of West End and Broadway musical classics at Eastwood Park Theatre!
READ MORECalling all Swifties! Don't miss The Eras Experience, a Taylor Swift Tribute by Xenna, at Eastwood Park Theatre on Friday 17th October!
READ MORECome and listen to Mhairi Black in conversation with Graham Spiers at Eastwood Park Theatre and hear her take on the highs and lows of political life.
READ MOREExperience this electrifying fusion of rhythm and artistry as Los Angeles-based UnitOne and Glasgow's Tsuchigumo Daiko join forces for a celebration of Taiko drumming!
READ MOREJoin local historian Lorraine Murray to separate fact from fiction as she discusses Witchcraft in the Shire of Renfrew at Barrhead Foundry on Tuesday 28th October.
READ MOREGet ready for a 'World Class' evening with Rangers Legends, as three football titans, Mark Hateley, John Brown, and Ian Durrant and host Graham Roberts, come to Eastwood Park Theatre!
READ MOREFor the first time, journalist Bill McFarlan lifts the lid on the story behind the stories and the laughs and tears behind the headlines when he comes to Eastwood Park Theatre!
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READ MOREJoin Cosgrove Care for a big band evening at Eastwood Park Theatre on Sunday 2nd November featuring That Swing Sensation!
READ MOREThe one liners have been sharpened, the quick replies are flowing fast and this time – he's bringing his pals... don't miss Stuart Mitchell & Friends at Eastwood Park Theatre!
READ MOREFollowing rave reviews in Edinburgh and London, the gripping play Born in the USA is coming to Eastwood Park Theatre in November!
READ MOREEastwood Park Theatre has announced its panto production for 2025 will be the magical fairy tale, Cinderella!
READ MOREBuddy Holly and the Cricketers once again herald in the Yuletide festivities with Holly at Christmas, the show that is now as traditional as mulled wine and mince pies!
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READ MOREScottish born singer and runner-up of The Voice Australia 2023, Nyree Huyser, presents a very special homecoming show – a tribute to the incredible Céline Dion!
READ MOREGet ready for an unforgettable afternoon at BoozéBrunch at The Redhurst Hotel! Expect a delicious brunch, flowing cocktails, and unbeatable vibes, all soundtracked by DJ Stevie Lennon & live sax!
READ MOREEaglesham's first and only beer festival returns on Saturday 5th July offering craft beer, fine wines, thirst-quenching cider, great food and live entertainment!
READ MOREJive Talkin are not simply another Bee Gees Tribute Band, they are THE very best Bee Gees Tribute Band catch them when they return to Eastwood Park Theatre on Saturday 5th July!
READ MOREDust off them boots and get yer tickets now for a rootin', tootin' Country & Western Hoedown at Whitecraigs Rugby Club on Saturday 19th July!
READ MOREJoin Keltic Storm and an all-star cast of award winning musicians and singers for The Ultimate Irish Hooley at Eastwood Park Theatre on Wednesday 30th July!
READ MOREFoodies Festival, the UK's biggest celebration of food, drink and music will return to Rouken Glen Park in August with headliners The Wanted 2.0, Scouting For Girls and Symphonic Ibiza!
READ MOREThe annual Giffnock Beer Festival returns for its annual outing to GHA Rugby Club on Saturday 23rd August!
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