Big Burns Behavin’

Join us to celebrate oor Burns in style with a cabaret night in the heart of Dumfries High Street.

Creative Spaces presents Big Burns Behavin’ – a perty like no other with live music, open mic and the chance to elect our new toon bard! Join us for an evening in the Stove Cafe this winter where we’ll be boogying oan doon like oor Rab in 1791.

Behavin’ is a cabaret night celebrating the talent of Doonhamers and beyond. Kicking off with an open mic, join us as we address the haggis, raise a dram to the big bad bard himself, elect Dumfries’ 21st Century toon poet and enjoy a smashing set from our headliner.

Slainté mhath!

Open Mic

“Oh the gift that God could give us, to see ourselves as others see us.”

Whether your words are spoken or sung, grab a dram and get ready to perform for oor audience. Entries may be taken on the night subject to timings so you’d better get your name down to guarantee your spot.

Scran

“Some hae meat and canna eat, And some wad eat that want it, But we hae meat and we can eat, And sae the Lord be thankit.”

Canapes provided by The Stables – Vegan options available

Citizen Hame – Elect the Toon Bard

“Now’s the day and now’s the hour.”

Although us Doonhamers will always raise a glass to Rabbie, we are on the hunt for the new Toon Bard. Hear from our electees as they share their rhythmic policies and take a vote on who’s taking hame the croon – heckling welcome.

Headliner: MALIN LEWIS

“UNTIL I AM COMPLETE MASTER OF A TUNE, IN MY OWN SINGING.”

Innovator, award winning, multi-instrumentalist Malin Lewis melds Scottish West coast tradition with a newly invented, self-made bagpipe alongside. 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.

Listen Now – Halocline

Accessibility Information 

Access to the Building:

• Level Access is available at the rear of the building through the adjacent close located to the left-hand side of the Café (when facing the front of the building). 

Hearing Loop:

• We have a hearing loop system installed in the café to support individuals using hearing aids or cochlear implants.

Personalised Assistance:

• If you have any specific access needs, please let us know, and we’ll be happy to accommodate. You can reach Sal at [email protected] or call us at 01387 252435 to speak with a member of our team.

Additional Support Available:

• Walk-throughs of the building can be arranged prior to your visit so you can familiarise yourself with the space.
• Reserved Seating can be arranged to ensure comfort and accessibility; please let us know if you would like seating assigned before arrival.

We’re committed to making your experience as enjoyable and accessible as possible. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch with any questions or specific requirements.