South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

ABBA Forever are recognised as one of the best live recreations of ABBA Live in Concert and theatre audiences worldwide have long enjoyed this superb recreation of possibly the world‘s greatest pop band. A considerable landmark in their career was their sixth sell out theatre tour of Sweden, the home of the original super group ABBA.

In their amazing live show, the unique ABBA sound is replicated with incredible attention to detail, using a six-piece band featuring electric and acoustic guitars, keyboards and piano, drums, and bass guitar. Two outstanding ABBA girls complete the line-up, adding the essential glitz and glamour to a well-polished and gently humorous show.

The wonderful lyrics penned by Benny and Bjorn are sung in wonderful harmony by all six performers on stage. Dynamic non-stop choreography, stunning visuals, top class musicianship and an all-live performance ensures that the ABBA Forever Show captivates audiences whenever they take to the stage.

Packed full of excitement and exuberance, dazzling costumes and authentic lighting design, ABBA Forever will take you on a journey back to the 70’s; the show is guaranteed to delight - from the opening refrain to the final sing-along chorus.

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

Cost: £28.00 / £26.00 concession

Crown Ballet® presents Swan Lake – the greatest of all romantic ballets.

After last year’s successful tour, Crown Ballet® returns this year to the UK to enchant you with the delightful production of Swan Lake.

Magic of classical ballet, performed live on stage.

We present to you this year the most famous ballet of all time. Swan Lake is one of Tchaikovsky’s best works, featuring some of ballet’s most memorable music and breath-taking dance.

Swan Lake is a tale of two young women, Odette and Odile, who resemble each other so strikingly one can easily be mistaken for the other. It is the compelling legend of a tragic romance in which a princess, Odette, is turned into a swan by an evil curse. Prince Siegfried chances upon a flock of swans while out hunting. When one of the swans turns into a beautiful young woman, he is instantly captivated – will his love prove strong enough to break the evil spell that she is under?

Swan Lake is full of mystery and romance and has captured the imagination of generations over the years and it continues to attract worldwide audiences, young and old.

A wonderful evening out and memories which you will cherish long after the final curtain falls!

For more information please visit: www.crown-ballet.co.uk.

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

Cost: £28.00 / £26.00 (concession) / £83.00 family (x4)

 

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Max and Auntie Aggie (the stars of the show) are dressed to impress for their Halloween Party – and you’re invited too! Come wearing your favourite Halloween costume for some fiendish, fang-tastic fun! 

‘The McDougalls: Halloween Party Show’ is filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter! Don’t worry, there’s nothing too scary – just enough to keep your little monsters entertained!

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

Cost: £12.00 / £40.00 family ticket (x4)

Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler - celebrating 25 years in 2024!

Searching for hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake.

Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there? 

Songs, laughs and monstrous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, in the much-loved show that’s toured Britain and the world!

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

Cost: £14.00 adult / £12.00 child / £50.00 family (x4) / £10 groups 10+

Vertigo Theatre presents A Midsummer Night’s Dream.

Lord, what fools these mortals be!”

On the eve of the Duke’s wedding day, deep in the forests of Athens, fairy magic begins to cause chaos for the mortals. The fairy King enlists the help of his servant to play a prank on the fairy Queen. Four Athenians chase one another in an unrequited quest of love. A group of actors have rehearsals for their play cut short when one of them turns into a donkey. Will everything be set right in time for the wedding?

Vertigo Theatre’s performance of Shakespeare’s greatest comedy is back by popular demand. Vertigo is a group for young people and young adults, run by a committee of young people. Most notable for their first-class productions of ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘The Wizard of Oz’, Vertigo Theatre are sure to entertain you.

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

Cost: £12.00 / £10.00 concession (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)