South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

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Cost: various

 

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

Fancy following in the footsteps of some of Rutherglen's funniest folk? 

Well now's your chance to emulate the likes of Stan Laurel, Robbie Coltrane and Andy Cameron by taking to the stage and sharing your favourite funny stories, memories, anecdotes or even historical tales and myths about the Royal Burgh from any point across its 900 years. 

But don't be daunted if you've never taken to the stage before as we've former Scottish Comedian of the Year and two-time Sir Billy Connolly Award nominee and journalist at The Rutherglen Reformer Scott Agnew in to help out.

He'll whip your wisecracks into shape over a five-week course before a showcase night at Rutherglen Town Hall telling your favourite funny stories about life and love or whatever else has made you laugh about Rutherglen. 

So, get your thinking cap on and bring us stories of growing up, working or wild nights out in the Royal Burgh or perhaps even recount some old yarns passed down your family over the years. Let's hear them!

This is an excellent opportunity to learn some new skills, including a taster for creative writing, public speaking and performing in a relaxed and supportive environment celebrating 900 years of Rutherglen and honouring the old Royal Burgh!

The Comedy Showcase will take place on Friday 20 March 2026.

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

Cost: £50 for 5 week workshop

 

Carol McGee is a medium with a huge online following. Hi-energy, straight-talking psychic medium known for live theatre shows and viral short-form readings. Carol blends heart, humour, and evidence-led messages to create unforgettable audience moments on tour across the UK and worldwide.

Even from an early age, Carol was aware of seeing people around her that others could not see. She often heard her name being called by someone unseen, and it was also common for her to be aware of events before they happened. To Carol all this was normal. A self-taught natural medium, she has soared through the ranks to be voted one of the world’s top mediums.

* VIP includes seat in the first three rows, with Q&A after the show.

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

Cost: £25.00 / £30.00 VIP (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

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Stuart Mitchell is now regarded as one of the UK’s top comedians and social media stars with over a 100M views online. You've seen him online and now you can see him on his first ever national UK tour, Tips Not Included. Join the longest running panellist of BBC Scotland’s "Breaking The News" as he shares his amazing life story.

"One of Scotland's rising stars, Stuart Mitchell is a comedian worth catching before he becomes mega." Sunday Mail.

"Please go and see Stuart Mitchell" Will Ferrell.

"Work of genius" ★★★★★ Daily Record

Suitable for age: 16years+

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

Cost: £20.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)