South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

Timothy Pope is looking through his telescope – but wait, is that a Shark, in the Park!?  

From the creative team behind ‘The Hairy Maclary show’ and ‘You Choose’ - see all three of Nick Sharratt’s ‘Shark in the Park’ books live on Stage!

Featuring all three of the ‘Shark in the Park’ Series – Shark in the Park, Shark in the Dark and Shark in the Park on a Windy Day – this fin-tastic, family musical follows Timothy Pope (and his telescope!) on three exciting adventures…

“Nick Sharratt's clever and simple keyhole books for early years have had a triumphant makeover for the stage.” The Stage

"Another foot tapping musical delight of show.” Edinburgh FestivalForKids

Available to book online or by calling Rutherglen Town Hall on 0141 613 5700.

Cost: £10.00

 

Douglas McKechnie has been producing paintings, sculpture and mixed media projects from his early teens.  The artist has been on a mixed journey which has seen him gain a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Glasgow School of Art (1972) and create artwork for musicians such as blues legend John Martyn.

His artworks are now part of private collections in Scotland and abroad.  Over the years, Douglas has travelled extensively studying the works of artists he has long admired from Catalonia, Italy and France.  He has been creating works which have mirrored his universal influences, including artists such as Miro, Kandinsky, Hepworth and Mondrian.

His work fuses this myriad of styles to create personal statements of joy, loss, pain and the wonder of the human condition.  Over the last few years Douglas has created and exhibited his Line Man abstract series, which has further extended his joy of colour and form.

Cost: Free admission

 

Aspiring actress Eve Harrington shows up sad and forlorn in the dressing room of Broadway mega-star Margo Channing. She tells a melancholy but engrossing life story of growing up poor in Wisconsin and losing her young husband during World War II.

Margo feels so sorry for Eve that she takes her under her wing – even taking her to live in her own home.
Eve turns out to be extremely capable… and more than a little manipulative.

Acting as both secretary and adoring fan, she manoeuvres herself into Channing’s life, ultimately threatening Margo’s career, her friendships and her personal relationship.

Available to book online or by calling East Kilbride Arts Centre on 01355 261000.

Cost: £16.00

Get ready to leave your troubles far far away as Shine presents Shrek the Musical at Hamilton Town House from August 8th to 11th! Join Shrek and Donkey on their quest to rescue Princess Fiona from the fearsome dragon with a heart-warming story and an unforgettable cast of characters, this musical extravaganza promises an adventure you won't want to miss.

 Experience the magic of toe-tapping tunes like 'I'm A Believer', 'Big Bright Beautiful World', and 'I Know It's Today' that will have you humming all the way home. Perfect for the whole family, this award-winning show guarantees a musical spectacular for audiences of all ages. Secure your seats today and become part of the adventure with Shrek and his friends – because in this kingdom, everyone is welcome!

Shine’s in-house creative teams have crafted lavish new sets, artwork and costumes, tailored for this ogre-sized production.

Available to book online or by calling The Town House Hamilton on 01698 452299.

Tickets:
Stalls – £24.00
Gallery Left and Right – £18.00
Gallery Rear – £20.00
Circle – £18.00

Cost: from £18.00

Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift in this electrifying show featuring the incredible: Xenna. A celebration of the iconic pop sensation's music, style, and unrivalled stage presence. Xenna embodies every essence of Taylor Swift, capturing her voice, signature looks, and magnetic charisma.

Audiences will be transported to Taylor's world as they sing along to timeless classics like "Love Story," "Blank Space," and "Shake It Off". With stunning replica costume changes, captivating storytelling, and incredible dancers, that ensures an unforgettable ‘Eras Tour’ experience for fans of all ages.

Whether you're a die-hard Swiftie or simply love great music, this is the ultimate homage to one of the biggest stars in the world. Get ready to relive Taylor Swift's greatest hits in a show that's as close to the real thing as it gets!

*A limited number of Meet and Greet tickets will be available - this includes meeting Xenna preshow, selfie and signed poster.

Available to book online or by calling Lanark Memorial Hall on 01555 673199.

Cost: £19.00 / £25.00 meet and greet