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East Kilbride Village Theatre

Opened in 1978, this theatre was built around an existing village hall, and now serves as a hub for amateur dramatics in this area. There is a varied programme of events throughout the year, with genres spanning drama, comedy and musicals. There's also a bustling theatre bar on site, should you feel the need to toast the boards with a glass or two.

What's On @ East Kilbride Village Theatre

Stuart Mitchell & Friends: On The Road
The one liners have been sharpened, the quick replies are flowing fast and this time - he's bringing his pals. Following on from his debut sold-out UK Tour join star of social media, TikTok, and all round good guy Stuart Mitchell as he brings his famous weekly Stuart Mitchell & Friends show direct from Glasgow to your front door (nearly). Featuring two special guests from the cream of the comedy crop, don't miss out on a night of laughter that's just up the road.
Dignity - The Deacon Blue Experience

Dignity - The Deacon Blue Experience

31 Jul 2026 - 31 Jul 2026

Dignity - The Deacon Blue Experience is Scotland's Premier 6-piece all-live tribute to the iconic Scottish band Deacon Blue. Playing all the hits from Raintown to Ragman, Circus Lights to Real Gone Kid, The Hipsters to Fergus, join us this December for a night to remember. This is the only dedicated all live tribute to Deacon Blue - don't miss it!
Heaven Can Wait

Heaven Can Wait

24 Jun 2026 - 30 Oct 2027

Carlton Entertainment brings you their brand-new production featuring Meat Loafs greatest hits. Featuring the incredible vocals of Lee Brady and an awesome band made up of the UKs most highly-skilled and reputable rock musicians and female rock vocalists. . . this spellbinding concert will take you on a rollercoaster ride of Meat Loafs 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 Aint Bad Dead Ringer For Love and many, many more.
The Sound of Scotland with the MacDonald Brothers
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 brother’s 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 & get your tickets today!
The Springsteen Sessions

The Springsteen Sessions

29 Aug 2026 - 29 Aug 2026

The Springsteen Sessions From the time The Springsteen Sessions hit the stage, they take you on a musical journey down E Street that will leave you enthralled, excited and exhausted but more importantly wanting more. Covering over five decades of The Boss, this tight unit of accomplished musicians tear into such mighty classics as Born To Run, 10th Avenue Freeze Out, Jungleland and Rosalita to name but a few. For the ‘True Springsteen Fan' this will be a journey that they'll never want to end. So, enjoy the pure sound of Bruce Springsteen and the legendary E Street band, delivered to you via The Springsteen Sessions.
Girls’ Night Oot! 2 Heartbreaks and Promises
Insideout Theatre Productions Ltd proudly present the sensational sequel: Girls' Night Oot! 2 Heartbreaks and Promises: a musical comedy The ladies are back for a night full of song and laughter to help mend a broken heart, then it is off to the dancing to dance the night away! To survive a heartbreak all a lassie needs are her pals. Book now for this hilarious new musical comedy. Music from the 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's and noughties. Starring Donna Hazelton, Natalie Tulloch, Pamela Byrne, Sarah Galbraith Written and directed by Paul Harper-Swan 18 plus
Ready Steady 60's Show

Ready Steady 60's Show

27 Sept 2026 - 10 Oct 2026

The best of the mod 60’s and the British beat boom! Four piece live band performing with high energy and recreating the iconic era...
Pretty as P!nk

Pretty as P!nk

1 Aug 2026 - 1 Aug 2026

Pretty as P!nk Pretty As P!nk is the UK's premier tribute to international superstar PINK! One of the biggest selling acts in the world, Grammy award winning PINK entertains audiences all around the world with spectacular shows. And Lorraine Colville does just that, bringing dazzling performances to a stage near you.  Accompanied by dancers and fully live band, this show will rock your world with a mesmerising two hour journey through the 20 year career of PINK.  Get your tickets now and step into the FUNHOUSE!  "As close as the real thing" - ‘Pink Dreams' on BBC
Grado & Stephen Purdon | Shellsuits & Spandex 2
Get ready for a night of laughter and entertainment as GRADO, known for his roles in Two Doors Down and Scot Squad, teams up with STEPHEN PURDON, the talented actor behind River City's Bob O'Hara, for a hilarious tour across Scotland. Join this dynamic duo as they share amusing stories from their television, wrestling, and panto careers, along with personal anecdotes that will keep you entertained throughout the evening.  From Shieldinch to Latimer Crescent, Boab and Grado guarantee a night filled with laughter and fun that you'll remember for a long time. Age limit for this event: 14+ VIP meet & greet tickets incudes the chance to meet the Grado & Stephen Purdon backstage in person & have your photo taken with them.  They are happy to sign merch any merch you have too. Please note meet & greet will take place during the first interval.
Karen Dunbar: Aw Roon The Hooses

Karen Dunbar: Aw Roon The Hooses

3 Sept 2026 - 29 Oct 2026

Bafta award winner Karen Dunbar is one of Scotland's best-known comedy actors and DJs.  Starting off in the sketch show Chewin' the Fat, she then went on to star in her own show, The Karen Dunbar Show, which received 4 nominations for the Golden Rose European TV Awards. Karen has trod the boards in everything from Glasgow Panto to West End Classics, performed Burns, Shakespeare, done stand up and DJ-ed in New York and Ibiza, and in 2014 she opened the Commonwealth Games in front of one billion viewers. From Oran Mor to the National Theatre, Karen has captivated audiences with mix of comedy, music and acting talents and last year she toured Scotland playing 80 dates around the whole country and filmed this for BBC. Please note this is a brand new show.  If you've seen Karen before, come back and see her again whilst enjoying some of her old classics!  The Queen of Scottish Comedy will have you laughing all night long.
The Jersey's

The Jersey's

30 Jul 2026 - 30 Jul 2026

The Jersey's Join The Jerseys as we celebrate the timeless music of the 100 million album selling Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons. Incredible falsettos, beautiful acapellas-the authenticity of the sublime harmonies of the60s and 70s-with a huge repertoire including 'Sherry', 'Walk Like A Man', 'My Eyes Adored You', 'Grease', Rag Doll', 'Stay', 'Let's Hang On', ‘Big Girls Don't Cry' before finishing off with headline hit ‘Oh What A Night'! This is much more than just another tribute show-this is a celebration of fantastic music performed by an array of incredible talent. The Jerseys have performed in various prestigious venues, visiting the length and breadth of the UK. Some notable shows include a performance for Her Majesty The Queen on The Long Walk, Windsor Castle for her 90th Birthday Celebrations, and internationally including The Paris Casino in Las Vegas. Along with their LIVE 4 piece band of internationally renowned musicians, this all-singing all-dancing show features hit after hit, comedy and more-the complete night out which will have you dancing in the aisles of the theatre and leave you ‘beggin' for more!
Scotland is a Place Called Home

Scotland is a Place Called Home

23 Jun 2026 - 24 Jun 2026

Scotland is a Place Called Home Downs Connection Theatre Group proudly presents: Scotland Is a Place Called Home Join our incredible cast for a joyful, heart-warming celebration of Scottish culture, community, and identity. Scotland Is a Place Called Home weaves together music, storytelling and humour through a vibrant programme featuring well-loved songs, traditional rhymes, and original moments inspired by the voices of our performers. Performed by young people with Down's syndrome, this uplifting production showcases talent, confidence, and individuality, while championing inclusion and representation on stage. Expect laughter, energy, toe-tapping favourites, and plenty of proud moments as our cast share what "home" truly means to them. This is more than a show, it's a celebration of belonging, connection, and community spirit.
The Naked Neds

The Naked Neds

13 Aug 2026 - 14 Aug 2026

The Naked Neds are back! Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughter, tears, and maybe a few awkward moments with Paul, Jamie, Tony, Harry, and Bev! ‘The Naked Neds' follows a group of Glasgow lads as they navigate the turbulent aftermath of their best friend's suicide. In a world where politicians' expenses seem to matter more than NHS waiting lists, they decide to take matters into their own hands. After a string of failed fundraising attempts and just when their lives couldn't get any more complicated, one of the boys finds a lump, throwing their plans - and everything else - into a whole new perspective and they realise there's only one thing they can do; take their clothes off!
An ABBA Dream

An ABBA Dream

24 Jul 2026 - 19 Dec 2026

An ABBA Dream An ABBA Dream Scotland's top ABBA tribute show featuring all the class hits.  Come along and sing along to all your favourites and get dressed up - it's a lot of fun! 
Artie’s Singing Kettle Halloween Show
Artie's Singing Kettle Halloween Show Ticket:£12.00 / £11.00 Join Artie's Singing Kettle "Halloween" show for a spooktacular extravaganza! Bring your Halloween spirit and don your most creative costume for a show bursting with magic and merriment.  This year, solve brand-new spooky Singing Kettle mysteries, and sing along with favourites like "Bunny Fou Fou", "The Ghost Hunt", and the hilarious "Ye Cannae Shove Yer Granny Aff the Bus." Celebrate the season with fun that's enchanting for kids and entertaining for adults—nothing too spooky, we promise! Nostalgia for Adults, Singalong Fun for Kids.
The Scottish Comedians EK Show

The Scottish Comedians EK Show

9 Oct 2026 - 9 Oct 2026

‘The Scottish Comedians' is probably the best comedy show you will see in 2026 - with an amazing variety of 4 Scottish comedians on the bill, all worthy of their own show! After a hugely successful tour in 2025 - the 2026 show promises to have another outstanding line up of headline comedians and we are excited to say the show will be hosted by the brilliant LIAM DOLAN! Des Clarke, Raymond Mearns, Liam Dolan & Comedy Legend Dean Park ! The Scottish Comedians are all brilliantly funny and all are performing for you on one special night!  We are bringing the best in Scottish Comedy to EAST KILBRIDE!  The Scottish Comedians brings you different styles of comedy from the finest comedians from Scotland. This is guaranteed to be one of the funniest nights out you will have in 2026! DON'T DELAY & GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!
Turn a Different Corner

Turn a Different Corner

7 Aug 2026 - 18 Sept 2026

Turn a Different Corner Behind every face on the street lies a story untold. Set in a Glasgow homeless drop-in centre, Turn a Different Corner explores the lives of five people fighting to survive and to be seen in a world that has looked away. Told with humour, humanity and live music, it shines a light on the people behind homelessness and on the strength, wit and hope that refuse to disappear. Gritty, funny and unflinchingly real, this is Scottish drama with heart and purpose.
The McDougalls: Farmyard Fun

The McDougalls: Farmyard Fun

27 Jul 2026 - 20 Sept 2026

A singalong show for all the family - live on stage! E-I-E-I-O! Its time to join everyones favourite childrens theatre company on a brand new farm-tastic musical adventure! Auntie Aggie, Max and Morag the Rabbit are trotting down to the farm for the Big Barn Dance. But before the dancing begins, the animals need YOUR help! Packed with singalong songs like Old MacDonald Had a Farm, Hey Diddle Diddle and Five Little Ducks, this moo-sical day out with the kids will have you singing til the cows come home! Dont be sheepish - you can even come dressed as your favourite farmyard animal for a quacking good time! The McDougalls have becomethe countrys biggest stars of family entertainment the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones. Find out more by following The McDougalls on social media, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for FREE singalong songs. Created and Performed by Ruairidh Forde & Ryan Moir. Running Time: One Hour Recommended for children up to age 9 to enjoy with their families. McDougalls merchandise will be on sale at the venue. About the company: Everyones favourite childrens theatre company- Daily Record A fun-filled musical stage act designed to entertain and enthral. A magical theatre experience The Scotsman
Sister Act The Musical

Sister Act The Musical

8 Sept 2026 - 12 Sept 2026

When disco diva Deloris Van Cartier witnesses a murder, she is placed in protective custody in the one place she won't be found - a convent! Disguised as a nun, Deloris struggles to fit into her new life but soon breathes new life into the choir, inspiring the sisters with her amazing voice and lively spirit. As she builds an unlikely bond with her fellow nuns, Deloris helps them find their voices - while finding her own in the process. Filled with uplifting music, outrageous comedy, and powerful gospel numbers, Sister Act is a sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, sisterhood, and music.
The Pairty

The Pairty

26 Feb 2027 - 27 Feb 2027

The Pairty The Pairty Returns to East Kilbride: Bigger, Brighter and Ready for Hogmanay Magic. Following their completely sold‑out run at the East Kilbride Arts Centre in 2026, _The Pairty_ is set to return to EK, this time taking to the stage of the Village Theatre in February 2027. The much‑loved Glasgow play, produced by Purple Daisy Chain Productions, promises even more laughter, heart and nostalgia as it brings Castlemilk of the late 1960s vividly back to life. Set in Castlemilk, 1968, the story follows four women and one very work‑shy janny, as they prepare their local community centre for a Hogmanay celebration their families will never forget. With humour, honesty and a good dose of Glasgow spirit, the play blends comedy, emotion and song into a night that audiences have described as "powerful", "real" and "completely brilliant". Written by Lynne Beaton and directed by Dave Bennet, _The Pairty_ struck a deep chord with audiences earlier this year. Audience feedback included: "The play tonight was completely brilliant." "The characters were compelling and the speeches about their lives and stories were fantastic." "All of your energies made something very powerful and very real." "You should try and get it filmed for TV—perfect Hogmanay viewing." "Funny, emotional, a perfect way to spend a cold Friday night." "Reminded me of some of my favourite things from the 60s - _The Family Way_, _Kind of Loving_." With its mix of humour, heartache and unforgettable songs, _The Pairty_ is a celebration of Glasgow life, community and the women who hold it all together. Don't Miss Out _The Pairty_ returns to the East Kilbride Village Theatre, February 2027. This is a Glasgow play not to be missed. 
The McDougalls: Halloween Party

The McDougalls: Halloween Party

11 Oct 2026 - 13 Oct 2026

The Mcdougalls: Halloween Party  A Musical Show for all the Family - Live on Stage! Everyone's favourite children's theatre company THE MCDOUGALLS are back with their spook-tacular stage show for all the family - live on stage. HAPPY HALLOWEEN!  Max and Auntie Aggie (the stars of the show) are dressed to impress for their Halloween Party - and you're invited too!  Come wearing your favourite Halloween costume for some fiendish, fang-tastic fun!   Max has been carving the pumpkins and putting up the decorations while Auntie Aggie has been practicing her best Trick or Treat jokes!  They've sent out party invitations, but which frightfully funny characters are going to turn up? Packed with singalong songs and ghoulish games such as The Hokey Kokey, Incy Wincy Spider, and Head Shoulders Knees and Toes, this is a wickedly entertaining day out for the whole family this autumn.   ‘The McDougalls: Halloween Party Show' is filled with tricks and treats, guaranteed to have you screaming with laughter!  (Don't worry, there's nothing too scary - just enough to keep your little monsters entertained!) The McDougalls have risen to become the country's biggest stars of family entertainment - the perfect introduction to live theatre for your little ones. Find out more by following The McDougalls on social media, and subscribe to their YouTube channel for FREE videos. Created by Ruairidh Forde & Ryan Moir Running Time: One Hour Approx. The McDougalls Merchandise will be available at the show! 

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