South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

Shona Halford MTDA Performing Arts Centre proudly presents its spectacular annual pantomime for 2026!

Trouble is brewing in Nottingham!

The wicked Sheriff is growing richer by the day, squeezing every last penny from the poor townsfolk with his outrageous taxes. But his most dastardly scheme is yet to come…

Recently orphaned Pip and Penny are heirs to a vast fortune and now that they have been placed in the Sheriff’s care, he is plotting to get his greedy hands on their inheritance and marry the beautiful Maid Marion into the bargain!

Standing in his way are the brave and dashing Robin Hood and his band of Merry Men, the fearsome Nanny Coddle, Dangerous Dave Knave the world’s most unlikely wannabe outlaw and one very overworked Fairy!

Can our heroes protect Pip and Penny, save Maid Marion and put an end to the Sheriff’s villainous plans? Or will Nottingham fall into his wicked hands forever?

Expect plenty of laughter, adventure, music, mayhem and all the traditional panto fun you know and love!

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

Cost: £19.50 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

Welcome to a long-forgotten, fairy-filled kingdom… a land of crowns, curses… and chaos! The wicked sorceress Carabosse has placed a nasty curse on Princess Beauty: on her 18th birthday our lovely princess will prick her finger on a spinning wheel and maybe even die!

The kingdom is thrown into turmoil and greeting about it won’t help! Only the brave, bold and slightly bonkers Fairy Monty and his magical band of sparkles, laughter and confusion can keep hope alive.

Can they protect Princess Beauty from her fate? 

Will true love — and a very heroic prince — really be enough to break the curse of Carabosse?

Along the way there’s silliness, royal romance, wicked tricks, dazzling songs, and more jeers and hisses than you can shake a giant spindle at!

You’ll cheer the goodies… you’ll boo the baddie… you’ll be shouting, clapping and singing along – just mind and don’t let Carabosse hear you!

Come join us for a magical panto full of giggles, thrills and fairytale spills - because in this kingdom, true love’s kiss conquers all.

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

Cost: £18.50 / £16.50 / family £54 / grp 20+ £12 (+£1.50 trans fee)

 

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)

Lanark Panto Club Seniors present Aladdin .

Lanark Panto Club pantomime stars local adults and children from Lanark and the surrounding areas, dedicated to putting on a great show every Christmas. The cast rehearse weekly in the Memorial Hall on a Tuesday evening. Budding actors of all ages can join either juniors or seniors by contacting the club directly.

This year we welcome them back with their production of Aladdin.

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

Cost: £14.50/£12.50 conc/£42 family (4) (+£1.50 trans fee)

 

Get into the festive spirit with a Georgian style candlelit supper! Our grand banqueting room, filled with evergreens, holly and ivy, will be illuminated by candlelight to create a warm, intimate, and slightly mysterious atmosphere.

Main

Traditional turkey served with all the trimmings
or
Cumin, butternut squash and lentil wellington served with seasonal vegetables

Dessert

Trio of mini chocolate desserts served with fresh cream
or
Rhubarb and ginger delicacy served with fresh cream

Followed by tea and coffee

Spaces are limited. To book, contact reception on 01698 426213.

Book by 20 November 2026 to receive a glass of prosecco on arrival!

Full payment and any dietary requirements are required at time of booking. Please arrive at 6:00pm. Dinner will be served at 6:30pm.

Cost: £28.50 per adult