South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

Studio32 and East Kilbride Arts Centre presents Dick Whittington.

Step into a world where the streets are paved with gold and destiny beckons for anyone ready to grab their chance of fame and fortune - Dick Whittington is a high-stakes, "rags-to-riches" adventure that follows our plucky hero and his loyal, rat-catching cat on a journey from the alleys of London to exotic shores.

Studio32 and East Kilbride Arts Centre bring you a heart-warming tale of hope, heroism, and the ultimate happy ending - perfect for the whole family!

* Off-peak prices available on Thursday 3 December and 11.30am on Saturday 5 and Sunday 6 December. All tickets £11.00 on Wednesday 2 December.

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

Cost: £14.50 / £13.00 conc (off-peak £12.50 / £11.00*) (subj to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

Step into a whirlwind of festive mischief and magical merriment with Mrs Claus’ Festive Funhouse - a heart-warming, high-energy Christmas adventure perfect for the whole family.

With Santa busy preparing for the big day, it’s up to Mrs Claus to keep everything running smoothly - no easy task when a troupe of cheeky, unpredictable elves are determined to turn every moment into playful pandemonium. Expect a joyful mix of storytelling, interactive games, mind-boggling magic, and plenty of laugh-out-loud surprises as Mrs Claus tries to wrangle her mischievous helpers and keep the festive spirit alive.

Bursting with charm, audience participation, and feel-good festive fun, Mrs Claus’ Funhouse is a magical treat that celebrates imagination, teamwork, and the joy of Christmas - reminding us all that sometimes a little chaos makes the season even brighter.

Fresh from its acclaimed run at Edinburgh Fringe 2026 and building on last year’s smash-hit success, this delightfully chaotic show invites audiences into Mrs Claus’ lively workshop, where anything can happen… and usually does!

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

Cost: £8.50 / £30 for 4 (+£1.50 trans fee)

 

A musical show for all the family - live on stage!

Choo Choo! All aboard the Toyland Train and join Scotland’s top children’s theatre company for a fun-filled Christmas extravaganza — back by popular demand!

Join Max, Auntie Aggie and Morag the Rabbit as they set off on a festive adventure to the land of lost toys.  They need YOUR help to return the toys to their owners before Christmas!

Packed with singalong songs such as Jingle Bells and We Wish You a Merry Christmas, and lots of audience participation this is the perfect Christmas treat for your little ones (and grown ups too!).  Bring your teddy bear to the show for this perfect introduction to live theatre.

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Created and performed by Ruairidh Forde and Ryan Moir.

Running time: one hour

Recommended for children up to age 9 to enjoy with their families.

McDougalls merchandise will be on sale at the venue.

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

Cost: £13.00 / £46.00 family (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)