

# Theater Events, Live Performances In Kirkwall & Shows in Kirkwall

- **Subtitle**: Discover best of Kirkwall performances, theater events & musicals. Experience best of performing arts in Kirkwall & buy the tickets to the best of theatre events.
- **Category**: Performances
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For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in [CITY] are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in [CITY] that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the [CITY] show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Kirkwall

- **Event Name**: KIMMIC
  - **Description**: Scottish Duo Keiran McLean &amp; Christopher McComiskie, better known as KIMMIC, have cemented themselves as one of the fastest rising acts in Electronic Dance Music. The Dundee born lads have gone from strength to strength, selling out shows all over the
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 6
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/kimmic/200029652788750
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Rodeo Lobsters: Late
  - **Description**: For one day only, Stereo Lobsters become Rodeo Lobsters. One of Orkney's most popular bands get a county makeover for a day clubbing event with your favourite country classics being performed live. When the band aren't on stage, DJ Dixie and DJ Revanew wi
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 10
  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/rodeo-lobsters-late/200029605460340
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: rodeo, music, entertainment
- **Event Name**: John Smith in Stromness
  - **Description**: 🎤 Catch John Smith Live at Stromness Academy on Thursday, May 21, 2026! 🎤
Ready to experience the night of your life? John Smith is bringing their infectious energy and hit songs like Far Too Good, Eye to Ey
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Thu May 21 2026 at 05:00 pm – Thu May 21 2026 at 07:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/john-smith-in-stromness/3300029317231245
  - **Venue**: Stromness Academy
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  - **Categories**: entertainment, concerts, music, performances, live-music
- **Event Name**: Northern Divisional Festival
  - **Description**: The Northern Divisional Final of the SCDA One Act Play Festival. Teams compete from Orkney, Perthshire and Aberdeen. 

The running order is as follows:

Thursday 2nd April 
⭐The Wee Perthshire Dram-a Company: A Thousand Invisible Choices by Keith Mackenzi
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 97
  - **Date**: Thu Apr 02 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat Apr 04 2026 at 10:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/northern-divisional-festival/200029743956510
  - **Venue**: Orkney Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, performances, festivals, entertainment
- **Event Name**: Paula Obrien LIVE Orkney - The Orkney Theatre 5th of October 2026
  - **Description**: Join Paula &amp; her wonderful audience on her 2025/2026 Tour, ‘Nothing Medium About Me’ for an evening filled with laughter, tears and enlightenment, which will give you a unique insight into the parameters of both life and death. Paula’s Nothing Medium
  - **Date**: Mon Oct 05 2026 at 07:30 pm – Mon Oct 05 2026 at 09:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/paula-obrien-live-orkney-the-orkney-theatre-5th-of-october-2026/200029271982020
  - **Venue**: Orkney Theatre
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  - **Categories**: art, theatre, workshops
- **Event Name**: K-POP SUPERSTARS (Under 12)
  - **Description**: Doors open 1.30pm. DJ before performance. Band on stage 2.15pm - 3.15pm. Meet &amp; greet 3.15pm - 4.00pm.

Children with tickets must be accompanied by a ticket-holding adult (18+). 1 adult can be responsible for up to 4 children.

Alcohol free event.
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 18
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 01:30 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 04:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/k-pop-superstars-under-12/200029835250935
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: music, entertainment, meetups, meet-and-greet
- **Event Name**: K-POP SUPERSTARS (All Ages)
  - **Description**: Doors open 5.00pm. DJ before performance. Band on stage 6.00pm - 7.00pm. Meet &amp; greet 7.00pm - 7.30pm. 

This show is for all ages. Adults welcome. Under 12s must be accompanied by an adult (18+). Anyone attending the show needs a ticket.

Alcohol fre
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 12
  - **Date**: Sat May 16 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat May 16 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/k-pop-superstars-all-ages/200029798499212
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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  - **Categories**: Meetups, Music, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: Drama session
  - **Description**: A chance to go along and do some drama with AmyAbout this EventA fun session taking part in some drama with Drama teacher Amy Watt.   https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/06154ea0-1d68-11f1-8026-d96a43b74
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Wed Apr 15 2026 at 02:00 pm – Wed Apr 15 2026 at 03:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kirkwall/drama-session/100001984514041921
  - **Venue**: Peedie Kirk, Kirkwall URC Church
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  - **Price**: Free
  - **Categories**: performances, art, theatre, entertainment

## Trending Events in Kirkwall

- **Event Name**: Big Country & Scotland v Morocco
  - **Description**: One of Scotland's most successful rock bands make their Orkney debut as part of their Scottish tour. Expect to hear hits including In a Big Country, Look Away, Fields of Fire, Wonderland &amp; King of Emotion. After the gig, enjoy the Scotland v Morocco g
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Orkney Folk Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Join us for our 43rd festival between 21 and 24 May 2026.
  - **Venue**: Orkney Folk Festival
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- **Event Name**: Orkney Blues Festival 2026
  - **Description**: Join us in 2026 for our next edition of Orkney Blues Festival! Save the date, book your accommodation, grab your gladrags and prepare for an unforgettable weekend of soul-stirring music across Orkney's most stunning venues. 

From intimate acoustic sessio
  - **Venue**: KW16 3BS Stromness, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: KIMMIC
  - **Description**: Scottish Duo Keiran McLean &amp; Christopher McComiskie, better known as KIMMIC, have cemented themselves as one of the fastest rising acts in Electronic Dance Music. The Dundee born lads have gone from strength to strength, selling out shows all over the
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Rodeo Lobsters: Late
  - **Description**: For one day only, Stereo Lobsters become Rodeo Lobsters. One of Orkney's most popular bands get a county makeover for a day clubbing event with your favourite country classics being performed live. When the band aren't on stage, DJ Dixie and DJ Revanew wi
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: DIALOGUES: Julien van Mellaerts baritone Errollyn Wallen piano
  - **Description**: For our final concert of the season we're delighted to welcome New Zealand baritone Julien Van Mellaerts. Praised for his 'charisma and vocal elegance' Julien is highly sought after both as a recitalist and on the operatic stage. His many awards include f
  - **Venue**: Stromness Town Hall
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- **Event Name**: Rodeo Lobsters: Day Clubbing
  - **Description**: For one day only, Stereo Lobsters become Rodeo Lobsters. One of Orkney's most popular bands get a county makeover for a day clubbing event with your favourite country classics being performed live. When the band aren't on stage, DJ Dixie and DJ Revanew wi
  - **Venue**: 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom
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- **Event Name**: Big Country in Kirkwall
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience Big Country Live at TBA on Friday, June 19, 2026! 🎤
The countdown has begun! Big Country is taking over TBA on Friday, June 19, 2026, and with hits like In A Big Country, Look A
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- **Event Name**: HMS Pinafore
  - **Description**: Coming up in May - in the centenary of Kirkwall Amateur Operatic Society, two concert performances of Gilbert and Sullivan's HMS Pinafore in aid of Malawi Music Fund. https://malawimusicfund.org.uk

These will be held at 3pm and 7.30pm in Orkney Arts Thea
  - **Venue**: Orkney Arts Theatre
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** KIMMIC (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:30 pm at 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom), Rodeo Lobsters: Late (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:30 pm at 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom), John Smith in Stromness (Thu May 21 2026 at 05:00 pm at Stromness Academy), Northern Divisional Festival (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 07:00 pm at Orkney Theatre), Paula Obrien LIVE Orkney - The Orkney Theatre 5th of October 2026 (Mon Oct 05 2026 at 07:30 pm at Orkney Theatre).
- **Q**: What are the top free Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Drama session (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 02:00 pm at Peedie Kirk, Kirkwall URC Church).
- **Q**: What Performances events are happening in Kirkwall in April 2026?
  - **A:** KIMMIC (Sat Apr 18 2026 at 10:30 pm at 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom), Rodeo Lobsters: Late (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 10:30 pm at 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom), Northern Divisional Festival (Thu Apr 02 2026 at 07:00 pm at Orkney Theatre), Drama session (Wed Apr 15 2026 at 02:00 pm at Peedie Kirk, Kirkwall URC Church).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Kirkwall on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Kirkwall include 18 Bridge Street, KW15 1HR Kirkwall, United Kingdom, Stromness Academy, Orkney Theatre.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Kirkwall?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Kirkwall include Garden Square, Melody Mapper, SCDA Northern Division.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Performances events in Kirkwall?
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