South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture SCIO and New College Lanarkshire proudly present Jack and the Beanstalk.

Fee, Fi, Fo, Fum… to our panto, you must come!

Welcome to a mystical magical fairytale pantomime kingdom… somewhere in the deepest, darkest depths of South Lanarkshire… where the locals are under threat from the gruesome Giant Greedyguts and his loathsome enforcer, Fleshcreep.

The Giant has gobbled up all the animals in town… except Moomoo: the disco dancing coo-coo of Dame Trot and her two kids… Jack and Jessie.

Jack loves Princess Lulu - Lulu loves Jack. But he’s just a commoner and surely they can never be wed. Or can they?

Trainee Fairy Farquhar loves Jessie - Jessie has her head in the clouds. And even if she realised, fairies can’t marry mortals. Or can they?

When Princess Lulu is kidnapped by the Giant, and Fleshcreep tricks Jessie into selling Moomoo for a bag of beans, is all hope lost? Or will Fairy Farquhar be able to use the explosive power of beans to get Jack and his friends up to the Giant’s castle in Cloudland before his lunch is served?

Find out in this year’s magical family panto, as we climb the magic beanstalk for a roller-coaster journey of adventure, laughter, thrills and spills.

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

Dates and times:
Wednesday 10 December 2025, 9.45am / 1.00pm (schools shows)
Thursday 11 December 2025, 9.45am / 1.00pm (schools shows)
Saturday 13 December 2025, 1.30pm / 7.00pm
Sunday 14 December 2025, 1.30pm / 7.00pm
Monday 15 December 2025, 7.00pm
Tuesday 16 December 2025, 7.00pm - BSL Signed Performance
Wednesday 17 December 2025, 7.00pm
Friday 19 December 2025, 7.00pm
Saturday 20 December 2025, 1.30pm / 7.00pm
Sunday 21 December 2025, 1.30pm / 7.00pm
Monday 22 December 2025, 1.30pm / 7.00pm
Tuesday 23 December 2025, 1.30pm / 7.00pm

Cost: £16.50 / £15 conc / £51.00 family / £11 group 20+ (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

"The Taylor Swift Effect" is the name of a popular tribute show to Taylor Swift, touring the UK.

It features a self-confessed "Swiftie" performer with dancers, costume changes, and recreates the energy and atmosphere of a real Taylor Swift concert.

The show includes many of Taylor Swift's hit songs and aims to provide an "ultimate experience" for fans.

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

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

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

Celebrating Scotland's musical artists.

After selling out shows in 2025 – The Sound of Scotland with the Macdonald Bros returns in 2026 with a stunning new production which will take you on a musical journey celebrating Scotland’s greatest songs and artists.

Join our outstanding live musicians The MacDonald Bros as they celebrate their 20th anniversary since bursting into the public eye on the X Factor.

This show truly highlights the brothers' multi-instrumental talents including accordion, fiddle, piano, guitars and Irish whistles as well as their unique vocal harmonies which has seen them referred to as "The Scottish Everly Bros”.

These talented guys perform some of the biggest hits from The Proclaimers to Deacon Blue and from Runrig to The Bay City Rollers plus a whole lot more!

Joining the brothers on stage will be an amazing supporting cast of dancers, and stunning video footage accompanies every number - ensuring an unforgettable evening of Scottish music variety.

The Sound of Scotland celebrates everything wonderful about Scotland and has been described as a Scottish Music Extravaganza - so get your tartan scarves at the ready!

This production is truly one of the best shows touring Scottish Theatres in 2026!

Join us for a night to remember and get your tickets today!

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

Cost: £25.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

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

"Oh What a Night! " 

A tribute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons and much more.

The hit show continues to play to sell-out audiences and standing ovations throughout the U.K. 

Featuring the amazing falsetto voice of Einar Vestman and the humour of all-round entertainer Gary Gould, the packed two-set programme guarantees an evening of superb harmonies, stunning solo spots and light comedy.

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

Cost: £25.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)