South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

One of Scotland's most renowned businessmen, and the longest-serving chairman of Hamilton Accies in the post-war era, Jan Stepek was a prominent resident of Hamilton for over 60 years.

However, his life before he came to Scotland in 1946 at the age of 23 was dramatic and tragic. He lost his home, his country, his father, his mother to starvation, and all his boyhood dreams lay in ruins as he slaved in a Soviet labour camp.

Join his son, Martin, as he explores the astonishing early life of Jan Stepek, as described in Martin's new book; and as it is taking place during Mental Health Month, we will also discuss the impact of trauma Jan experiences, and what creates the resilience it took to turn his destiny around as he sought to find a stable new life in a foreign land, Scotland.

To book your space please phone Fairhill Library on 01698 456360.

Cost: Free

New Victory Players present Harvey, a play by Mary Chase.

Directed by Mary Fairley.

Elwood P. Dowd insists on including his friend Harvey in all of his sister Veta's social gatherings. Trouble is, Harvey is an imaginary six-and-a-half-foot-tall rabbit. After his sister tries to commit him to a mental institution, a comedy of errors begins.

Harvey is a 1944 play by the American playwright Mary Chase. She received the Pulitzer Prize for Drama for the work in 1945. It has been adapted for film and television several times, most notably in a 1950 film starring James Stewart and Josephine Hull.

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

Cost: £15.00

 

Featuring stars from the global hit musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Experience the UK's biggest and best night of musical smash-hits! A concert like no other, with everyone’s favourite West End and Broadway classics. Including songs from Les Misérables, We Will Rock You, Wicked, Phantom of the Opera, and the toe-tapping Jersey Boys.

Draw back the curtains, sing along, and relive all your favourite productions in one epic show. Feel the spine-tingling vocal power of four sensational singers from the hit show Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. They come together for an unforgettable evening of musical theatre. The colourful production is packed with vibrant and uplifting songs from the nation’s most loved musicals. This mega-mix production celebrates the life and work of legendary composers.

Grab your coat of many colours and join us on your Dreamcoat journey where Any Dream Will Do. The show includes some of the biggest musical songs of a generation. This is a show that will raise your spirits in a night of theatre you’ll never forget. Go Go Go get your tickets now!

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

Cost: £27.00

 

Direct from London’s West End, it’s heading down the Atlanta Highway, so bring your jukebox money and get ready to jitterbug. Dress to impress as we spin you around and round to the hits of Wham!, Culture Club, Madonna, Duran Duran and more in a night to remember.

"Wake Me up Before You Go-go, Take on Me, Girls Just Want to Have Fun. . . for those of you who agree that 80s pop tunes are the best, you’ll be in Heaven 17 at new retro show 80s Live!” - Sunday Mirror
 
★★★★★ 5 stars “A riotously fun evening. . . exuberates energy and radiates good vibes” - Adventures in Theatreland

★★★★★ 5 stars “Flawless performances. . . a show not to be missed!” - Musical Theatre Musings

★★★★★ 5 stars “It's a great night out. Wherever you are in the country, get yourself a ticket and ‘go-go’ along. Superb” - Theatre and Tonic

“A bloody good night out!” - Play To See

 "A feel-good and fun night which is impossible not to enjoy" - The Reviews Hub

“. . . it’s difficult not to get swept up in the energy when the hits keep coming” - Sunday Mirror

“Judging by the audience response at the end, did they have a retro party? Yes, absolutely. Would the majority of the audience book again? In a heartbeat." - The Recs

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

Cost: £30.00

 

Scotland’s tribute to Fleetwood Mac.

McFleetwood’s energetic performance will satisfy Mac fans old and new with classic hits such as Go Your Own Way, Don’t Stop, Dreams, You Make Lovin Fun, Gypsy, Little Lies, The Chain and many more.

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

Cost: £24.00