South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

 

Our hugely popular, long running Tea Dances return on Thursdays on the following dates;

• 15 January
• 19 February
• 19 March
• 16 April
• 21 May
• 25 June

Time: 1.30pm to 3.30pm

Tickets: £2.50

John Findlay provides the live music for our series of Tea Dances with a mixture of sequence and ballroom to suit all tastes.

Tea and biscuits provided.

Book early to avoid disappointment! Call Rutherglen Town Hall on 0141 613 5700.

Cost: £2.50

 

Part of the Young at Festival.

A multidisciplinary pianist and composer of Nigerian-Filipino ancestry, Adam Heron is the winner of the 2020 Harriet Cohen Bach Award. Born in Hong Kong, then adopted by his Irish mother, Adam achieved widespread recognition in 2018 following his television debut as a BBC Young Musician category finalist. Through his cosmopolitan heritage, coupled with a flair for storytelling, he strives to become a leading ambassador for classical music.

As a soloist, Adam commands a thrilling diary of international concerts and outreach engagements, having performed at distinguished venues and, as devoted ensemble pianist, collaborated with numerous fellow musicians. Adam joined Live Music Now Scotland in 2025 and is a PhD Researcher for the University of Glasgow, where he holds the James McCune Smith scholarship.

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

Cost: Free, but must be booked in advance

 

"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)

 

Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the King of Pop. This is the Man in the Mirror.

The brand new, must - see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ, one of the world’s greatest Michael Jackson tribute artists and supported by a talented cast of performers and musicians who capture the essence of Michael Jackson's unique style and charisma like no other. This scintillating production will keep you on the edge of your seats.

Featuring all his greatest hits you know and love, including Thriller, Billie Jean, Beat It, Smooth Criminal, and of course, Man in the Mirror. Complete with dazzling choreography, stunning visual effects, light show and authentic costumes.

This is the show that pays tribute to Jackson's musical legacy. So, whether you're a lifelong fan or experiencing the magic of Michael Jackson for the first time, get ready as we take you back in time, for a night like no other.

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

Cost: £32.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

 

Scottish songwriters Michael McGovern and Josie Duncan joined Live Music Now Scotland as a duo in 2025.

Josie Duncan is a captivating folk-inspired songwriter and award-winning singer from the Isle of Lewis. With a voice that radiates warmth and vulnerability, she weaves together soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, drawing deeply from the rich musical heritage of the Western Isles. Winner of the BBC Radio 2 Young Folk Award, Josie has since written for Celtic Connections’ prestigious New Voices commission, toured internationally, and performed at festivals from Canada and Australia to Denmark and the UK, including commissions for HebCelt and appearances at Sidmouth. Her magnetic artistry and fearless storytelling continue to enchant audiences worldwide.

Michael McGovern is a Glasgow-born folk singer-songwriter whose debut album Highfield Suite earned widespread critical acclaim across the UK and Ireland, praised by BBC Radio, RTE Lyric, and Hot Press Magazine, and endorsed by folk legend Paul Brady as “an unexpected gem.” Known for his fingerpicking guitars, wide vocal harmonies, and heartfelt lyrics influenced by Bob Dylan, Paul Simon, and Leonard Cohen, Michael has toured extensively across Europe, supported Mary Black on a sold-out Irish tour, and played prestigious festivals including Cambridge Folk Festival, Belladrum, and HebCelt. He was also selected to represent Scotland for Global Music Match and for Kings Place’s Scotland Unwrapped 2024. Work is now underway on his highly anticipated second album.

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

Cost: Free, but tickets must be booked in advance