South Lanarkshire Leisure and Culture

For reasons outwith his control, Fred had to cancel his 2025 Edinburgh Fringe shows and his Autumn Tour - “Fred MacAulay: No podcast - LIVE”. Now, thankfully, due to reasons completely within his control, he is now preparing to hit the road in 2026 with the 2025 show repackaged and updated and simply called “GOOD EVENING!”.

So what happened? Simply put: Fred suffered a freak accident and then an unrelated prostate cancer diagnosis. Is there humour in either of these? In the words of a famous Scotland footballer “Maybes Aye, Maybes Naw”.

Now in the fourth decade of his comedy career, Fred MacAulay still loves being on stage doing what he does best ...... quite simply it's STAND-UP and his appetite for performing is as strong as it was all those years ago when he took a massive side-ways step from a career as an Accountant and Company Secretary into the world of entertainment.

A career which has taken him all over the world (apart from South America) (and some other continents) where he has worked in television and radio. But it’s always been and always will be as a stand-up that Fred wants to be remembered. It's because of stand-up that he’s been asked to do all the 'celebrity' things that he’s done.

He might talk about some of them, but he's more likely to talk about what is current - having been a guest on the famous Radio 4 News Quiz show for almost 18 years he has some previous in this respect. And as a family man he'll no doubt be talking about the latest stage of that aspect of life ..... grandchildren. "I can remember the joy of having our kids just after I'd embarked on my career in comedy ..... what a great source of material they were! I mean, that wasn't the main reason for having kids ...... but I hope the same applies to the grandkids!"

Fred hates the word ‘celebrity’ yet he’s done Celebrity Mastermind (twice) and Celebrity Masterchef (once) and who can forget his Celebrity Fame Academy for Comic Relief (Answer: hopefully everyone). Asked twice to do ‘I’m A Celebrity Get Me Out Of Here’ Fred said No! “I’m waiting for the Scottish version ….. “So You Think You’re A Celebrity, Get The **** Out Of Here!”

Asked for a snappy quote for publicity, Fred sent this: “I really hope that a lot of people come out to see this tour. I think it’s the best show I’ve done since the last one.”

Here’s what others have said:

‘ONE OF THE BEST STAND-UP COMEDIANS BRITAIN HAS EVER PRODUCED’ - Richard Osman, Pointless

'FRED MACAULAY IS AN ELITE COMEDIAN' - Kevin Bridges

‘RIB-ACHINGLY FUNNY, ONE OF THE FUNNIEST MEN ALIVE’ – Sunday Times

 ‘A MASTERCLASS’ – The Evening Express

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

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

A tribute to the music of Meat Loaf.

Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loaf’s greatest hits.

Following a SOLD OUT tour of Spain in 2024, this showstopping concert launched across Europe in 2025.

Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Brady and an awesome band made up of the UK’s most highly-skilled and reputable rock musicians and female rock vocalists. . . this spellbinding concert will take you on a rollercoaster ride of Meat Loaf’s greatest hits of all time, including: Anything For Love – Bat Out Of Hell – Paradise by the Dashboard Light – Took The Words Right Out Of My Mouth – Two Out Of Three Ain’t Bad – Dead Ringer For Love and many, many more.

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

Cost: £28.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

Geez a Break productions present When We Were Young.

The public and critically acclaimed multi-award winning show is back for 2026.

This five star show goes beyond the tabloid stereotype of ‘Neds’ to tell a powerful and hilarious story about the realities of gang culture and young team mentality in Glasgow during the 90’s, as we follow the lives of one of the many young teams who polluted the streets of the city during a time it was as The Murder Capital of Europe

This show contains strong language, adult humour and blood and is recommend for audiences aged 16+.

***** Utter class - DAILY RECORD 

***** A triumph , one not to be missed - GLASGOW THEATRE BLOG

**** Comedy that rages fast and furiously in this drama that offers a great night out for audiences - THE SCOTSMAN

**** So well conceived and beautifully presented - LISA IN THE THEATRE 

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

Cost: £18.00 / £16.00 concession (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

After Selling Out the venue in 2025, The Vintage Explosion are heading back to Lanark in 2026!!!

The Vintage Explosion burst on to the scene in Nov 2022 when a video of them performing Sam Cooke's 'A Change is Gonna Come' went viral on TikTok and Facebook. Since then they have achieved four No.1 Albums on iTunes Worldwide Blues Chart as well as reaching the top ten on the US Billboard Blues Charts. The band made their first television appearance in March when they were specially invited to perform at the BBC Big Birthday Bash as the house band; quickly followed by an exclusive performance on ITV's This Morning. They sold out a 14 date UK and Ireland tour in 2024.

Their explosive live show has already progressed to theatre stages with sell out shows at Glasgow Royal Concert Hall and Usher Hall, Edinburgh. As well as collecting many new fans along the way, they are also making an impression with music legends:

Sir Rod Stewart recently stated 'This guy....The Vintage Explosion, is the best white soul singer i've ever heard'.

Kiss frontman Paul Stanley said ‘WOW!! Absolutely blown away by The Vintage Explosion. The singer comes off as good as any of the greats!’ 

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

Cost: £28.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)

The Best of the Mod 60s and the British Beat Boom.

Step back in time with this four-piece live band, dedicated to bringing the energy and excitement of the iconic 60s music scene to life! With stunning vocals and high-energy performances, they recreate the magic of this unforgettable era, delivering a fantastic two-hour show you won't want to miss.

Join us as they pay homage to the legends of the time, including The Kinks, The Who, The Beatles, The Rolling Stones, Small Faces, The Move, The Hollies, and The Animals. The authentic sound and passionate performances have earned them the title of the UK's top authentic-sounding 60s show!

Whether you’re a lifelong fan or new to the music, the dynamic setlist and engaging stage presence will have you singing along and dancing in no time. Experience the best of the Mod 60s and let them transport you back to a time of revolutionary music and unforgettable memories!

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

Cost: £26.00 (subject to £1.50 transaction fee)