Many stars of theatre and television have featured, including doyens such as Jimmy Logan, many Scottish stars such as John Stahl, and an up and coming Joe Pasquale.
Even a very young James McAvoy – star of Hollywood blockbuster X-Men – started out at the theatre as Bobby Buckfast!
The doors to the Adam Smith remain closed until June 2023 for refurbishment, so this photo gallery from our archives will bring back many memories.
10. Panto memories
James McAvoy - programme notes from 1999-2000 panto appearance in Beauty & the Beast at Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy. He played Bobby Buckfast. Photo: na
11. Panto memories
Cinderella at the Adam Smith Theatre - Greg Powrie (Verruca), Gordon Brandie (Buttons), James Bryce (Baron Hardup), Kim Shepherd (Cinderella), Ryan Ferrie (Dandini), Blair Robertson (Prince Charming), Ashley Andrew (Fairy Godmother), and Derek McGjie (Flatula) Photo: walter neilson
12. Panto memories
James McAvoy playing Bobby Buckfast in panto at the Adam Smith Theatre, Kirkcaldy in 2000 Photo: na