South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

Still Painting After All These Years

From the artist

My full name is Robert Hair Miller, and I was born in Dalmarnock Road in Bridgeton, Glasgow in 1954. I attended Thomson Street Primary School in Dennistoun then Whitehill Senior Secondary School. I did have the honour of reaching the highest mark in my art higher in the history of the one-hundred-year-old school at the time.

I became a carpet designer at Lyle’s Carpet Factory after leaving school but was made redundant after only two years when the factory was closed. I decided to go to Glasgow School of Art at the age of twenty-one but left there after two and a half years to make my living playing keyboards in various pop bands.

I didn't lift a paint brush for about twenty years.

I decided to paint again when I was forty mainly because it has always been my passion.

This exhibition is really to show I have many interests in the art world although portraiture will always be top of my list.

I have painted many faces through the years but one of my favourite images is of Amy Winehouse. Amy's mum Janis has one of my paintings and I have a treasured photo of Janis holding the painting of her daughter.

I hope this selection of paintings interests the people who take the time to visit, thanks in advance, Robert.

Cost: Free admission

 

Crowned ‘2024 Ultimate Elvis Tribute Artist World Champion’ by Elvis Presley Enterprises at Graceland, Emilio Santoro brings his award-winning Elvis Presley show to the UK.

Performing with his authentic 50’s live band, The Creoles, Emilio celebrates Elvis’ younger years in spectacular style, taking you back in time to when Elvis changed the world and music forever! Celebrating Elvis in spectacular fashion from the early recordings, through the movies, right up to the 68’ Comeback Special.

Put on your ‘Blue Suede Shoes’ and get ‘All Shook Up’ for the greatest Rock ‘n’ Roll hits of all time including Jailhouse Rock, Devil in Disguise, Can’t Help Falling in Love, Hound Dog, Suspicious Minds and many more.

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

Cost: £29.50 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

Now in its second year, the FP Arts Short Film Festival is hosted by Fulfilment Pictures and continues to grow as a platform for filmmakers and storytellers. The festival presents screening events at East Kilbride Arts Centre throughout the year, leading to a three-day annual celebration across venues in the Village.

The festival’s mission is to connect creatives with film professionals from across the globe, showcasing diverse short films and unproduced scripts. All films screened at the screening events are nominated for the annual event, where major awards — including a £2,000 Best Short Film Prize — will be presented. Alongside screenings, the annual event features networking, panel discussions, live music, and much more.

Local and international voices, FP Arts Short Film Festival celebrates creativity, inclusivity, and discovery in independent filmmaking.

For more information and tickets, visit: www.fulfilmentpictures.com.

Cost: From £15.00

 

Retired private eye Nick Charles thought he had left his successful career behind when he married wealthy heiress Nora. The couple are living the high life with their little terrier Asta and are spending Christmas in New York City.

While in the Big Apple, Nick is pressed back into service by Dorothy Wynant, the daughter of former client Clyde Wynant who left on a secret business trip and has now mysteriously disappeared.

Dorothy convinces Nick to take the case, with the assistance of his socialite wife, who is eager to see her husband in action.

Lunchtime performance - soup, sandwiches, tea/coffee served at 12:30pm, performance at 1:15pm.

Afternoon tea performance - sandwiches, cakes, tea/coffee served at 2:45pm, performance at 3:30pm.

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

Cost: £17.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

*** 12 February fully booked - additional date 1 October now available to book ***

The one liners have been sharpened, the quick replies are flowing fast and this time - he’s bringing his pals.

Following on from his debut sold-out UK Tour join star of social media, TikTok, and all round good guy Stuart Mitchell as he brings his famous weekly Stuart Mitchell and Friends show direct from Glasgow to your front door (nearly).

Featuring two special guests from the cream of the comedy crop, don’t miss out on a night of laughter that’s just up the road.

Over 18's only.

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

Cost: £22.50 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)