The Birchvale is a small community theatre which has been the local hub for drama, film and entertainment in Dalbeattie since 1933. Keep up-to-date with further developments by bookmarking our website or visiting our Facebook page where further announcements will be made. Alternatively, you can contact us here.
What's on at the Birchvale:
27th, 28th, 29th & 30th May 2026
Bette & Joan
By Anton Burge
Live Theatre
Bette & Joan depicts the two stars, in adjacent dressing rooms, between takes on the set of Baby Jane. While Joan (Corinne Durand) manages her anxiety by lacing her Pepsi with vodka and signing photographs for her beloved fans, Bette (Julie Rain) chain smokes and muses on her love life, and her ability to pick a decent script, never a decent man. Behind the bitching and the practical jokes, we see each woman's insecurities and regrets, and their rivalry is revealed to be underpinned by grudging respect as they attempt to identify their new roles in life as well as in their careers.
Could they every have been friends?
2:30pm & 7:30pm
Tickets £12.50
12th Jun 2026
Fackham Hall
Film
Fackham Hall is a comedy spoof in the vein of Airplane! and Downton Abbey that follows Eric Noone, a lovable pickpocket who becomes a porter at a, English manor. He forms an odd bond with the youngest daughter, Rose Davenport, while the family deals with a disastrous wedding between their eldest daughter and her caddish cousin
Rated 15
1hr 37mins
26th Jun 2026
Song Sung Blue
Film
Song Sung Blue is a drama based on a true story following Mike (Hugh Jackman) and Claire (Kate Hudson), down-on-their-luck musicians in Milwaukee who find love and success by forming a Neil Diamond tribute band"Lightning and Thunder". The film follows their journey through musical highs, including opening for Pearl Jam, to devastating personal heartbreaks.
Rated 12A
2hrs 12mins
10th July 2026
Blue Moon
Film
On the opening night of Oklahoma!, legendary lyricist Lorenz Hart finds himself watching from the shadows as his former partner Richard Rodgers basks in success. Over one bittersweet night of wit, heartbreak, and reflection, he must confront lost love, fading fame, and the changing world that no longer has a place for him.
Rated 15
1hr 40mins
24th July 2026
Mother's Pride
Film
After the loss of their beloved matriarch, a grieving family must unite to save their struggling village pub. With their community divided and the odds stacked against them, they embark on an unlikely journey into craft brewing, hoping to turn their fortunes around at the Great British Beer Awards.
Rated 12A
1hr 33mins
07th Aug 2026
Midwinter Break
Film
A retired couple escape to Amsterdam for a winter holiday, hoping to rekindle the closeness they once shared. But as old wounds, buried secrets, and unresolved regrets resurface, they are forced to confront the future of their marriage.
Rated 12A
1hr 31mins
28th Aug 2026
California Schemin'
Film
California Schemin' is the hit biographical comedy-drama that marks the directorial debut of Scottish actor James McAvoy. Based on the outrageous true story of real-life hoax rap duo Silibil N' Brains, the film follows two young Scottish musicians who con the music industry by pretending to be successful Californian hip-hop artists.
Rated 15
1hr 47mins
04th Sept 2026
You, Me and Tuscany
Film
After an impulsive trip to Tuscany, a struggling young chef finds herself caught in a web of mistaken identity, family expectations, and unexpected romance. Amid sun-soaked vineyards and Italian charm, she discovers the courage to chase her dreams—and follow her heart.
Rated 12A
1hr 45mins
18th Sept 2026
Madfabulous
Film
When the flamboyant Henry Paget inherits a vast fortune and aristocratic title, his extravagant lifestyle and fearless individuality send shockwaves through Victorian society. Inspired by a remarkable true story, Madfabulous is a vibrant celebration of self-expression, rebellion, and the cost of living life on your own terms.
Rated 12A
1hr 48mins
For Bookings
Box Office Open - Every Wednesday 12pm - 2pm
Online - https://birchvale.scot/
Telephone - 07717 676254
Accessibility
All areas of the theatre are wheelchair accessible with access ramps at each entrance. We have 9 accessible seats that can be removed to allow space for wheelchairs.
Toilet facilities
We have fully adapted toilet and changing facilities.
Hearing Loop
There is a hearing loop in the theatre. We have occasional relaxed performances tailored to special needs. Information will be on the website when these are available.
Guide Dogs are welcome.
Children and babies
We appreciate visits from our younger customers and their parents or guardians and have high chairs and baby changing available.
How to get here
Birchvale is located in Maxwell Street, Dalbeattie, Dumfries and Galloway DG5 4AG, please see our interactive map below.
Getting here by car:
From Dumfries take the A711 to Dalbeattie (30 minutes)
From Castle Douglas take the A745 to Dalbeattie (15 minutes).
Parking:
Parking is accessed via Maxwell Gardens. There are three accessible parking spaces, bike and motorcycle parking and 41 other spaces. It is a well-lit space. Users of this car park do so at their own risk. Birchvale accepts no responsibility for any damage, accident or loss.
By Bus:
Route 501 (Stance 1 at The Loreburn Centre, Dumfries or Stance 5 at Whitesands, Dumfries). Get off outside The Maxwell Arms. Birchvale is 200 metres up Maxwell Street
Route
372A from Dumfries round the coastal route via New Abbey. This bus stops outside Birchvale.
Let's hear it for our funders!
Ms. Nancy B. Lindsay. Norman & Margaret Kennedy. Andy & Anne Kalotka. The Stewartry Area Committee.
We have also been privileged to receive significant anonymous donations from 5 individuals.
Frequently used search terms for people searching for the Birchvale, Dalbeattie: theatres dalbeattie, theatres dumfries and galloway, amateur dramatics groups dalbeattie, amateur dramatics groups dumfries and galloway, cinemas dumfries and galloway, cinema dalbeattie, birchvale theatre dalbeattie, birchvale players dalbeattie.
