Amy Matthews: Definitions of Toast
Friday 27th November 2026
After selling out Stirling last year, Amy Matthews returns with her brand-new tour Definitions of TOAST.
Overview
(verb): Apply heat and impart irreversible change. Toast can’t be bread again.
(noun, informal): Something that’s finished / over, or doomed to be.
(noun): The act of honouring a sentiment by raising a glass, often to new beginnings.
Amy doesn’t get angry and she’s starting to feel left out, so she’s on a quest to feel fury; from what she can discern from the world around her, it appears to be all the rage… literally.Amy is navigating the joy of her first queer relationship whilst dusting herself off from a string of several alcoholic partners. You’d think she’d have plenty to be cross about, and yet, whilst everyone seems to be more furious than ever, she just can’t seem to tap into her own anger – so she’s challenged herself to learn.This lack of wrath may also have something to do with a processing lag that is becoming increasingly disruptive – and comical – in her life. Her emotions seemed to be delivered by carrier pigeon, if they arrive at all.
This is a show about being awarded Best Supporting Actor in your own life, the beauty of fully embracing queerness in your 30s, and the fact that anger may sometimes look more like nursery rhymes and crying on a bike than punching walls and shouting. It’s worth mentioning that alongside all this soul-searching, this show also tries to fathom why Amy’s mum has started keeping milk in the boot of her car, how a potion from 2002 may have cursed the world, and how a pavement stand-off with a bird became a wake-up call.
As seen on: Her 5-star special, I Feel Like I’m Made of Spider’ (ITVx), Comedy Central Live, Gifted (BBC) and BAFTA-winning Scot Squad.
As heard on: Off Menu, Dan Does Dating (BBC Radio 4), host of the official English Heritage podcast and writer for Have I Got News For You? (BBC One)
Tour support for: Ed Byrne, Josh Widdicombe, Suzi Ruffell, Tom Allen, Sarah Keyworth, Jason Manford, Tom Davis & Jessica Fostekew.
Photo credit: Orlando Gili
Age 16+ Tickets £15 on the door
Reviews
“Drily funny and giddily quirky.”
The Scotsman
“Combining a relaxed charm with a searing wit, she makes the deeply personal feel like a universal truth.”
Rolling Stone
“Technically flawless.”
British Comedy Guide
“Matthews treads the line between stand-up and troubadour.”
Manchester Wire
“The whimsy, the tales, the cleverness.”
Punchline
Tolbooth
Jail Wynd
Stirling
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Tolbooth Opening Hours
Box Office Opening Hours w/c 9th March
Tuesdy 10th 10-5pm
Wednesday 11th 10-5pm
Thursday 12th 10-8.30pm
Friday 13th 10-8.30pm
Saturday 14th 10-8.30pm
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Frequently Asked Questions
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When can we pick up tickets/what are box office opening hours?
Albert Halls
Box Office Opening Hour w/c 9th March:
Tuesday 10th 3-6:30pm
Wednesday 11th 3-6:30pm
Thursday 12th 11-6:30pm
Friday 13th 10-4pm
Tolbooth
Box Office Opening Hours w/c 9th March
Tuesdy 10th 10-5pm
Wednesday 11th 10-5pm
Thursday 12th 10-8.30pm
Friday 13th 10-8.30pm
Saturday 14th 10-8.30pm
We now use e-tickets; allowing ease/speed and customer flexibility when attending our events. Please note screengrabs of e-tickets will not be accepted.
Tickets can also be printed out at home or for a small £1 fee be printed out at Box Office.
Box office will remain open until 30 mins after the show begins.
For standing gigs, is there an accessible area?
We will have an accessible area, the location and capacity varies per event, please contact box office to book your tickets.
Please note – Accessible areas in our events are subject to demand and capacity, and should be booked in advance by contacting box office.
What time does the show start?
Usually approx. 30 mins after doors time but it can vary depending on the show.
What time does the show finish?
We don’t always have this info ahead of time, if you contact box office on the day we will advise on individual shows.
Is there a lift/disabled access?
There is a lift and an accessible entrance at both venues.
Accessible areas in our events are subject to demand and capacity, and should be booked in advance by contacting box office.
Can tickets be posted out?
We no longer post tickets and now use e-tickets; allowing ease/speed and customer flexibility when attending our events. These can be shown on your device. Please note screen shots of e-tickets will not be accepted.
Tickets do not need to be printed but can be done at box office for £1 or printed at home if you do not have a suitable device.
Where can we pick up tickets?
We now use e-tickets; allowing ease/speed and customer flexibility when attending our events. These can be shown on your device. Please note screen shots of e-tickets will not be accepted.
Tickets do not need to be printed but can be done at box office for £1 or printed at home if you do not have a suitable device.
How do I reach the venue via public transport?
Both Venues are a short walk from Stirling Bus Station, and Stirling Train Station.
Is there parking at the venue?
There is no general parking at The Albert Halls, on street parking is available nearby. At the Tolbooth you can use the Old Town Jail Car Park free of charge when attending an event.
Is there accessible parking at the venue?
There is limited accessible parking at the Albert halls, if you require assistance contact box office and we can try to help. At the Tolbooth there is a public disabled parking space outside the venue, but it is out with our control.
Accessible areas in our events are subject to demand and capacity, and should be booked in advance by contacting box office.
Can we get a refund?
Tickets are non-refundable but if the show sells out we can attempt to resell them on your behalf.
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Is there a bar/can drinks be enjoyed at a show?
There is a bar at both venues and drinks can be taken in to shows.
Is there food available in the venue?
There is the Café Bar in the Tolbooth and The Albert Halls, for opening hours please check at Box Office.
Can children attend/age restrictions?
This varies per show and will be detailed on the event webpage. Box office can advise on individual shows
Can we come in late?
This depends on the show, usually latecomers can be admitted at a suitable point in the show but this is not always the case
Who qualifies for a concession ticket price?
Concession’s are:-
*Over 60’s
*Disabled
*Unemployed
*Students / Children
Are there any restrictions on dancing or standing for shows on at the Albert Halls?
For fully seated shows in the Albert Halls dancing is not allowed.
For standing events dancing must be at the side or at the back of the hall.
There is no standing in the front row of the balcony.
Accessible and (Carer) Tickets
A limited number of free carer tickets may be made available to customers, requiring additional support because of an accessible requirement or long-term health condition, as defined by the Equality Act (2010)
