Going Potty About Commodes

Thursday 21st May 2026

The Arts Society Stirling & Forth Valley

The Albert Halls - Seated
Date: Thursday 21st May 2026
Door Times: 10.00
Tickets: £12.00

Overview

Janusz Karczewski-Slowikowski

As Sheraton put it – “commodes were never intended for use but for ornament”. Whilst having a chair with a hinged seat under which a chamber pot resides was at times most “Commodus”, the commode served a decorative purpose in the grandest of 18th century rooms. Tracing their French origin in the 17th century to the late 18h century in England they provide an insight into the lifestyles of this period.
June 2026

The Albert Halls

Dumbarton Rd
Stirling
FK8 2QL

01786 47 3544
alberthalls@stirling.gov.uk

  • Opening Hours
  • Getting Here
  • Accessibility
  • Box Office Opening Hours: Week Beginning December 1st, 2025

    Thursday 10-4pm

    Friday 10-9pm

    Sunday 11-3pm

  • Accessibility

    Our accessibility guides are available below for The Albert Halls.

  • To find out more, please see our cafe page below

Frequently Asked Questions

Booking Terms and Conditions

Please Refer to Our – Venues Ticket T’s & C’s

When can we pick up tickets/what are box office opening hours?

Albert Halls

Box Office Opening Hours: Week Beginning December 1st, 2025

Thursday 10-4pm

Friday 10-9pm

Sunday 11-3pm

Tolbooth

Box Office Opening Hours: Week Beginning December 1st, 2025

Tuesday 10am-5pm

Wednesday 10am-8.30pm

Thursday 10am-8.30pm

Friday 10am-5pm

Saturday 10am-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.

The Albert Halls Access Guide

Tolbooth Access Guide

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.

Please read the full details on our Booking Terms and Conditions.

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 shows in the Albert Halls dancing is not allowed at the front or in the centre aisle and must only be at the side or at the back of the hall.

There is no standing in the front row of the balcony.