South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

South Lanarkshire College, based in East Kilbride, is proud to present the work of its HND Photography students at the East Kilbride Arts Centre Gallery in a celebration of their achievements over the past two years of photography studies.  

The exhibition is set to showcase the talents and skills of this creative group of students, with a variety of work being displayed – from portraiture and documentary projects, to sports, fashion and fine art!

The students are delighted to be showcasing their work in our local community and look forward to seeing you there.

Cost: Free admission

 

A stellar new show based on the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.

A joyful tale of star-crossed aliens.

Soar into space with this exciting adaptation of the award-winning book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. On a far-off planet, Smeds and Smoos can’t be friends. So when a young Smed and Smoo fall in love and zoom off into space together, how will their families get them back?

Music, laughs and interplanetary adventures for everyone aged 3 and up. From Tall Stories – the company that brought you The Gruffalo live on stage.

“Magnificent… a tour-de-force family show.” ★★★★★ One4Review

“Enchanting and incredibly engaging…a beautiful adaptation.” ★★★★★ edinburghfestivalsforkids.com

“Catchy songs, good gags and interactive action.” ★★★★The Scotsman

“Perfect family viewing.” ★★★★★ beyondthecurtain.co.uk

“Their enthusiasm is infectious... tremendous fun.” ★★★★ East Midlands Theatre

“A magical blend of catchy songs, adept storytelling and audience participation that youngsters lap up.” ★★★★ East Midlands Theatre

The Smeds and The Smoos © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2019, published by Scholastic.

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

Cost: £13.00 / £11.50 group (10+)

 

Bring Me to Life exhibition is back for a second year running at East Kilbride Arts Centre.

Keeping the theme of bringing art to life using recycled materials and found goods to create life size sculptures, Alice in Wonderland and friends will be on display alongside a new underwater theme section to the exhibition.

South Lanarkshire born and raised artist Michelle Keenan continues to involve the local community in collecting recycled materials and found goods that go into the heart of each Sculpture.  Michelle has also involved up and coming young artists to participate and the exhibition by providing a drawing or painting to be displayed, this will be transformed and brought to life by Michelle in the form of a lifelike sculpture.

Michelle provides interactive, thought-provoking art that captures the viewers’ attention as well as making an impact on recycling within the arts.

Cost: Free admission

 

The Revive festival is taking place at East Kilbride Arts Centre, 12:00pm-5:00pm on Saturday 8 and Sunday 9 July 2023. There will be things to do and see for people of all ages, with a range of workshops, activities and displays.

Revive your weekend at our arts, culture and green festival. It's free!v

Visit our studios and rooms, where you can paint ceramics, make wonderful works of art in rooms displaying drawings and paintings from our classes, and most of all, join in the fun of creating items to take home.

Let yourself be magically transported by exciting stories and characters from our storytellers in the garden.

The theme is recycle, reuse, and renew.

Indoor and garden displays

Our classes have been working on displays, using everyday items we'd normally throw away, to decorate the centre and walled garden. Everything has a second life... Nothing is just rubbish!

Arts workshops

Workshops are free to attend.

Please book a space at Reception for one of the time slots below:

• 12:00pm-1:00pm
• 1:15pm-2:15pm
• 2:30pm-3:30pm
• 3:45pm-4:45pm

There will be three indoor workshops each day:

Pottery studio – Insect pals

Insects are everywhere and very important to the environment and us, so have fun painting your own special insect created by our marvelous in-house potter.

Drawing and painting room – Recycle art

Create your own beautiful masterpiece from old works.  Get creative with one of our fabulous tutors reworking a beautiful piece of art from things found in our building.

Rehearsal room – Make your flag

Come in and enjoy making your own flag for his Majesty the King, from arts and crafts and take home to impress everyone with your creation.

Acoustic café sets

We’re looking for budding musicians to perform an acoustic set in our gardens, anything from 15-45min slots.

If you’re an acoustic musician and want to get your talent and music out there, then get in touch with us about performing a set at our Revive Festival.

Those interested in performing should email ekartscentre@southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk for details.

Green craft fair

We are holding a sustainable craft fair. The aim is to showcase local crafters who produce eco-friendly, upcycled, recycled and locally produced products.

If you'd like further information, please get in touch claire.armour@southlanarkshireleisure.co.uk.

Cost: Free

 

When all of his friends go away, Norman Price decides to find adventure in Pontypandy and become the star of a visiting circus. But with a tiger on the loose and faulty lights, the adventure soon turns to danger. Can Fireman Sam come to the rescue and save the circus?

Join Sam, Penny, Elvis, Station Officer Steele and Norman in an all singing, dancing, action-packed show. You can become a fire-fighter cadet and then watch the magic of the circus.

So, come along to Pontypandy and watch the adventures unfold!

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

Cost: £16.50 / £15.50 concession / £60.00 family (x4)