CEILIDH is a brand new musical that invites you to step into the heart of one of Scotland's oldest and most beloved traditions. It’s a gathering of songs, stories and dances, all while sharing a dram or two along the way.
Led by a lively caller, you’ll be swept up in a whirlwind of music and memories from the moment you walk through the door. But as the music builds and the night takes hold, a story begins to unfold. A family story. One of love, legacy, and why tonight's ceilidh matters more than most.
Fresh from sell-out seasons in Baltimore and Pitlochry, CEILIDH makes its premiere at Shoreditch Town Hall. This joyous, irreverent, heart-pounding night is created by award-winning duo Scott Gilmour and Claire McKenzie (Noisemaker), and directed and choreographed by Tony Award-winner Sam Pinkleton (Oh, Mary!).
Whether you're on the floor and part of the action, or taking it all in from the balcony, CEILIDH meets you exactly where you are.
**The band's already playing. Find yourself a hand to hold.**
📍 Venue Description:
History
When it opened in 1866, Shoreditch Town Hall was known as one of the grandest Vestry Halls of its time and its ambitious founders wanted the building to embody their progressive values. Until the 1960s, the Town Hall operated as the centre of local democracy and civic life in the borough of Shoreditch.
Throughout the building the motto ‘More Light, More Power’ can be seen beneath the crest of Shoreditch. This motto, together with the statue of Progress on the front of the tower, commemorates the borough’s reputation for pioneering bold ideas such as the building’s revolutionary 1897 Refuse Destructor, which generated electricity and powered street lighting in the borough.
The building has a rich history. It played an important role in East End working-class culture, first as a Music Hall in the late 19th and early 20thCentury, and as a boxing venue from 1955 – 1975. In between, it survived a huge fire in 1904, and two World Wars, before neglect in the 1980s and 1990s led its inclusion on English Heritage’s Buildings at Risk register.
A campaign to save the building was founded shortly afterwards and Shoreditch Town Hall Trust took over the lease in 2002, upgrading the space and forming an events hire business. In 2012, the Trust adopted a more dynamic vision to recognise the building’s full potential as an arts, events and community space. Since then, £2.3m of capital investment has transformed the capability of the building, enabling the development of a distinctive contemporary arts programme, firmly establishing the Town Hall as a vital and unique space on the London cultural map.
🎉 Welcome to Ceilidh The Musical, where dreams come alive and possibilities are endless! 🏛️ Join us at Shoreditch Town Hall in the heart of London, EN for an event that defies expectations. 📅 On October 21st, 2026 at 07:30 PM, be part of something truly extraordinary as we bring together innovation, entertainment, and pure magic. ✨ Every aspect has been carefully designed to ensure an unforgettable experience for all our guests. Whether you're seeking adventure, inspiration, or simply a break from the ordinary, this event promises to deliver beyond your wildest dreams. 💫 Book now at 31.00 GBP. 🎊 Prepare for a journey into the extraordinary!
Event venue
Shoreditch Town Hall , 380 Old St, Shoreditch Town Hall , London, United Kingdom
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