Theatre events in Lanarkshire in April 2026

A Home for Hamish

Playfully merging dance and British Sign language in a sensory world, A Home For Hamish is a colourful, immersive and interactive adventure for young audiences aged 4-7 and their families.

A Night at the Musicals

From the producers that brought you Girls' Night Oot! Insideout Theatre Productions come to East Kilbride Village Theatre on Saturday 11th April with A Night At The Musicals!

A Night With Gordon Strachan

On what promises to be an entertaining night, Gordon Strachan will be discussing his remarkable career and life at Airdrie Working Mens Social Club on Thursday 9th & Friday 10th April!

An Evening with Jane McCarry & Mark Cox

The Town House Hamilton will host a special event featuring Mark Cox and Jane McCarry, best known for their iconic roles as Tam and Isa in the hit comedy series Still Game!

Artie’s Singing Kettle: Live

Celebrate 10 years of Artie's solo adventures in this fun-filled, sing-along show for all ages at Lanark Memorial Hall on Wednesday 8th April!

Balancing in Freedom

Following a sold-out, standing-ovation premiere at the Scottish Storytelling Centre, Balancing in Freedom returns to the stage in 2026.

Big Kid Circus: Motherwell

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Motherwell Shopping Centre between Wednesday 29th April and Monday 4th May!

Celtic Da’s: A New Play By Phil Differ

Phil Differ brings his new play Celtic Da's, starring Raymond Mearns and Bruce Morton, to East Kilbride Village Theatre on Thursday 9 April!

Celtic Da’s: A New Play By Phil Differ

Phil Differ brings his new play Celtic Da's, starring Raymond Mearns and Bruce Morton, to Airdrie Town Hall on Sunday 19th April!

Celtic Da’s: A New Play By Phil Differ

Phil Differ brings his new play Celtic Da's, starring Raymond Mearns and Bruce Morton, to The Town House Hamilton on Wednesday 29th April!

Cinema Live: NT Live: All My Sons

Filmed live from the West End don't miss this National Theatre Live screening at Airdrie Town Hall of the triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller's classic play, All My Sons!

Cinema Live: Siegfried

Conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky return for the triumphant third chapter of Wagner's Ring cycle. Don't miss it at Airdrie Town Hall on Tuesday 31st March and Sunday 5th April!

Cinema Live: The Magic Flute

Watch Mozart's enchanting quest for love and wisdom at Airdrie Town Hall on Tuesday 21st and Sunday 26th April!

Encore! A Musical Theatre Concert

Immerse yourself in fun, romance, and drama through the heart of musical theatre in this unique, intimate concert, brought to life by Cumbernauld Theatre Company!

Everything in His Hands

See Easter come to life! Drama Kirk presents it tenth annual Passion Play, where the events of the final week of Jesus' life, leading to his death and resurrection, are enacted!

Gary Dunn’s Magical Great Eggscape

Valley View at Goulding's has once again joined forces with Gary Dunn, one of Scotland's most popular family entertainers, to bring you an amazing show that will keep all ages laughing!

Girls’ Night Oot! 2 - Heartbreaks and Promises

The ladies are back for a night full of song and laughter, don't miss the sensational sequel to Girls' Night Oot! at Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 25th April!

High School Musical 2

Performed by the talented young performers of Encore Stars Academy, this feel-good musical promises an unforgettable experience for audiences of all ages!

Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician

The Great Baldini and Peter Clifford bring Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician to Cumbernauld Theatre on Tuesday 14th April!

Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician

The Great Baldini and Peter Clifford bring Holmes & Watson - The Curious Case of the Masked Magician to East Kilbride Arts Centre on Thursday 16th April!

Jessies

From the producer of Dragged Tae the Steamie... Jessies is an award-winning new comedy that's fierce, funny, and full of heart!

K-Pop Forever!

Immerse yourself in the worldwide phenomenon that is K-Pop with this all-action tribute concert coming to Airdrie Town Hall on Saturday 18th April!

Lanark Grammar: Twelfth Night

Lanark Grammar School Theatre Club return to Biggar Corn Exchange in April, this time with the timeless comedy of 'Twelfth Night' by William Shakespeare!

Little Shop of Horrors

Brought to life by Encore Stars Academy's outstanding cast, this thrilling and hilarious production will leave you humming 'Suddenly, Seymour' long after the curtain falls!

Macbeth

In this classic tale of greed and guilt, Flabbergast's Macbeth fuses a rigorous and respectful approach to text and storytelling to bring Shakespeare's blood-soaked tragedy to life.

Magic Gareth: BALLOONATIC!

Magic Gareth, one of the UK's TOP Family Entertainers comes to Cumbernauld Theatre, and this time he is bringing his balloons!

Ministry Of Science LIVE

Expect 20ft liquid nitrogen clouds, exploding oxygen & hydrogen balloons, fire tornados, bottle rockets and even a self-built hovercraft when Ministry Of Science Live comes to The Town House Hamilton!

Ms. R and Friends Show

Join Ms. R and her fabulous friends for a joyful, interactive live show packed with music, movement, and learning fun at the AlonA Hotel on Sunday 12th April!

Nashville Live

Hit country show, Nashville Live, returns for another fantastic night of toe-tapping Country nostalgia. Don't miss it at East Kilbride Village Theatre on Thursday 16th April!

National Theatre Live - All My Sons

Filmed live from the West End don't miss this National Theatre Live screening at Lanternhouse of the triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller's classic play, All My Sons!

Paradise Found

Paradise Found delivers a two hour high octane tribute performance to Meat Loaf featuring an electrifying all star headline band, don't miss it at Lanark Memorial Hall on Saturday 18th April!

Rottenrow-Ra Musical

Set to a soundtrack of big songs and occasional lullaby Rottenrow-Ra Musical is a hilarious and poignant musical comedy that will have you rolling in the aisles at The Town House Hamilton!

Shotgunned

Equal parts hilarious and heart-breaking, Matt Anderson's Shotgunned is a relatable and intimate piece of theatre about how the people we lose can shape who we become.

Sleeping Beauty

Starbright Entertainments have teamed up with Airdrie Town Hall once again to bring you their brand new Easter pantomime adventure... Sleeping Beauty!

The Gingerbread Man

Come join the fun as Stagecraft Entertainment return to Valley View this Easter with another brilliant show, The Gingerbread Man, starring Jamie Mac and Louise Andree Douglas!

The Junkie Miracles

The Junkie Miracles is a new play by Des Dillon, based on harrowing experiences of recovery, don't miss it at Airdrie Town Hall on Friday 17th April.

The Legends Of American Country Show

The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, returns to Cumbernauld Theatre on Thursday 16th April for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!

The Magic of Motown

Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show returns to The Town House Hamilton on Friday 17th April!

The Magic of the Bee Gees

Don't miss this breath-taking concert spectacular, including all your favourite Bee Gees songs, including Night Fever, Stayin’ Alive, More Than a Woman and many more at The Town House Hamilton!

The Shop Around the Corner

The Bookends Theatre Group bring another 1940's Radio Hour to East Kilbride Arts Centre on Sunday 26th April featuring their production of The Shop Around the Corner!

The Utterly Revolting Science Show

Expect enormous bottoms, edible fireworks, burp machines and the world's loudest fart when The Utterly Revolting Science Show comes to Cumbernauld Theatre on Saturday 18th April!

Filmed live from the West End don't miss this National Theatre Live screening at Eastwood Theatre of the triumphantly acclaimed new production of Arthur Miller's classic play, All My Sons!

Watch Mozart's enchanting quest for love and wisdom at Eastwood Park Theatre on Sunday 26th April!

Eastwood Park Theatre has announced Strictly Come Dancing judge Craig Revel Horwood will take to its stage on Thursday 30th April for a fab-u-lous night of big songs, tall tales, and glamour!

Experience live music, powerful performances, and artwork as you enjoy the New Contemporaries Exhibition after dark in the stunning surroundings of the Royal Scottish Academy Galleries!

Join Aljaž and Janette as they dance their way through music history including the work of Cole Porter, Hans Zimmer, Quincy Jones, George Gershwin, David Foster and many more music greats!

Come and experience the iconic sounds of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons authentically recreated by a phenomenal cast and live band at The Queen's Hall Edinburgh on 17th April.

Don't miss Why Not? Musical Theatre Company's production of '9 to 5 The Musical' at Carnegie Hall in April!

Comedy hypnotist Acari brings his brand-new show to The Adam Smith Theatre on Friday 3rd April.

Whether you're a superfan or just looking for a great night out, 'Auld Pals - Stars of Still Game' at the Alhambra Theatre is not to be missed!

With wonderful musicals, hilarious comedies and revealing dramas, there is something for everyone to tuck into at A Play, A Pie and A Pint at Oran Mor Glasgow - alongside pies and pints of course!

Across The Universe is a celebration of The Beatles' studio years 1966-1970. This unique show featuring live band and orchestra is a must-see for all Beatles fans at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!

Join Aljaž and Janette as they dance their way through music history including the work of Cole Porter, Hans Zimmer, Quincy Jones, George Gershwin, David Foster and many more music greats!

Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show JURASSIC! Catch them at Somerset Park between Wednesday 22nd and Sunday 26th April!

Experience the stirring true story of the Boswell's Galloping Farmers in Gallipoli through Sound Escape Theatre's six-part audio drama bringing Alexander Barclay's long-lost WWI memoir to life!

Experience the stirring true story of the Boswell's Galloping Farmers in Gallipoli through Sound Escape Theatre's six-part audio drama bringing Alexander Barclay's long-lost WWI memoir to life!

Playfully merging dance and British Sign language in a sensory world, A Home For Hamish is a colourful, immersive and interactive adventure for young audiences aged 4-7 and their families.

Zyair Circus is coming to GRID, packed with fearless acrobats, jaw dropping stunts and non stop thrills for the whole family, this is edge of your seat entertainment you won't want to miss!

Erskine Arts is thrilled to welcome back the brilliant Darren McGarvey for a sold-out, razor-sharp live show and book signing exploring his gripping new release, Trauma Industrial Complex!

Every hospital, medical-based, Doctors-and-Nurses cliche-ridden drama onstage in a comedy mash-up spoof! It'll have you in stitches!

Liverpool singer-songwriter John Power will explore his extraordinary career in this acoustic-based show featuring hits alongside tales of the band's wild and successful Britpop years!

Sea Dragon is the perfect underwater adventure the whole family will enjoy, featuring handcrafted puppets and original songs, ideal for babies and preschool children!