Article Source: East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure
Last Updated: 11 February 2025 9:46
The impressive lineup includes singer Aled Jones, who will bring his Full Circle show to Eastwood Park Theatre in April, featuring never-before-heard music, tales from the decades and, for the first time, his story in his own words. The theatre will also present an intimate evening with singer/songwriter John Power, who played bass in The La's, formed Cast and secured two platinum selling records before pursuing a solo career. The show mixes John's best-love songs with wild, funny and tender stories. Queen of the West End, Kerry Ellis, who has starred in musical theatre's biggest roles from My Fair Lady to We Will Rock You and Wicked, will take centre stage to look back on her illustrious career in September.
The theatre has lined up a series of comedy shows next month, including A Scottish Comedy Collective, a sensational night of live stand-up comedy with a line up comprising Amy Matthews, Rosco McClelland, Jo Caufield and Mark Nelson. The Big Comedy Roadshow, hosted by Laura Lexx, featuring the best live stand-up comedy from TV names you know and love, including Jen Brister, Sara Barron, Jay Lafferty and Scott Agnew, also takes to the stage. Still Game stars Mark Cox and Jane McCary will feature in an up close and personal show, while one of Scotland's best-known comedy actors, Karen Dunbar, brings her Stand Up Tour to Eastwood Park Theatre in May.
Live music is lined up throughout the first half of the year, with outstanding tribute acts including Ben Thompson Live as Elvis and Jimi Hendrix - The Legend Lives On in March. The Mumford and Sons Story and The Shakin' Stevens Story feature in April, Just Beatles in May, the Power of Celine in June and Bee Gees tribute show Jive Talkin' in July.
The theatre will present the UK's "hardest swinging band" Down for The Count All-Stars in April. Diana and Lionel's Endless Love show, starring a sensational cast, incredible vocals and a stellar live band, will celebrate Diana Ross and Lionel Richie in June. As We Were: The History of Oasis and Beyond will explore the rise, the rift and the reunion of Oasis and the Gallagher brothers in June. Ireland's no.1 folk n roll band Keltic Storm will present The Ultimate Irish Hooley at the theatre at the end of July.
Catering for the kids, the critically-acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar show, a vibrant celebration of Eric Carle's adored classic book, will be presented in March. Following the success of his CBeebies show, Nick Cope, who has been writing and recording unique songs for children and their families for 10 years, will bring his show I've Lost My Bobble Hat to the theatre at the beginning of April and you can also embark upon an incredible adventure into the world of science with The Magical Mr West, who brings Crafty Fools: Adventures in Science to the stage during the Easter school break.
Eastwood Park Theatre has also lined up a series of captivating cinema screenings from National Theatre Live, including The Importance of Being Earnest in February and Dr. Strangelove in March. The Royal Ballet and Opera will present Romeo and Juliet, Turandot, Die Walkure and Ballet to Broadway: Wheeldon Works. Big screen musicals are lined up for March, including Jesus Christ Superstar and Billy Elliot the Musical.
Moira McFadden, Head of Arts and Communities at East Renfrewshire Culture and Leisure, said: “We have a fantastic programme ready to take centre stage at Eastwood Park Theatre in 2025, featuring well-known names, John Power and Aled Jones, top-class comedians, including Karen Dunbar, kids' shows, from The Very Hungry Caterpillar to CBeebies' Nick Cope, as well as theatre productions, live music and a series of cinema screenings from National Theatre Live, The Royal Ballet and Opera and more. With further shows to be announced soon, we can't wait to welcome our audiences this year!”
For more information and to book tickets, visit: www.ercultureandleisure.org/theatre/
East Renfrewshire Council has completed a wide-range of upgrades in parks and play areas across the local authority area.
READ MOREPaisley Food and Drink Festival returns next month and looks set to be the biggest yet with an extended site and more vendors than ever before.
READ MOREOver 2,000 years of history will be celebrated this summer as Historic Environment Scotland announces its 2025 summer events programme!
READ MOREGet ready, Scotland! Ideal Home Show Scotland sponsored by EcoFlow is back at Glasgow's SEC from 23rd - 26th May 2025 and we're delighted to offer free tickets to our followers!
READ MORECineworld, the UK's leading cinema chain, will be holding its eighth annual IMAX Film Fest on Saturday 15th March, with tickets on sale for only £5!
READ MOREA beautiful city with a rich history, high street favourites, independent boutiques and a giant adventure to explore around every corner, there is no shortage of incredible experiences to be had!
READ MOREDobbies Garden Centres is welcoming applications for Dobbies Community Gardens, offering local schools, charities and community groups the opportunity to receive support for their green spaces.
READ MORESix by Nico's Road Trip, inspired by Chef Nico Simeone's Italian heritage and travels, will take you on a culinary journey through Italy!
READ MOREAn array of action films is screening at Vue venues in Scotland throughout the month of March, kicking off with the king of the genre, Arnold Schwarzenegger.
READ MOREPupil and published author, 16-year-old Vidhi Chanyal, hosted a World Book Day event for fellow school pupils at the library that encouraged her love of reading and supported her writing journey.
READ MORECheck out the Glastonbury artists that music fans can catch in Glasgow, straight off the heels of their Worthy Farm performance at TRNSMT Festival!
READ MOREThe Alona Hotel in Strathclyde Country Park is to host a sparkling Wedding Fayre featuring a stylish fashion show and a host of exhibitors who will be showcasing the latest wedding trends.
READ MOREKirsty MacLaren, Kyle Gardiner and Finlay McKillop lead a multi-talented ensemble as the Clown and the Wolfman take to the road once again!
READ MOREDobbies Garden Centres is inviting the nation to get excited for the busiest season in the gardener's calendar with its Spring Launch Weekend, taking place 6-10 March!
READ MOREThe UK Pantomime Association is delighted to announce a significant new sponsorship partnership with Trafalgar Entertainment and ATG Entertainment (ATGE).
READ MOREThe UK's largest outdoor cinema, Adventure Cinema announces its most spectacular season to date with incredible films at new magical locations!
READ MOREDobbies Garden Centres is hosting two free workshops this March for gardeners of all ages; Prepare to Propagate and Beyond the Secret Garden.
READ MOREThe Scottish Homebuilding & Renovating Show, Scotland's only dedicated consumer exhibition for self-builders, home renovators and improvers, is back and we have free tickets up for grabs!
READ MOREThornliebank Primary pupils joined councillors, contractors and the project team to help unveil the latest project in a programme of over £600k UK and Scottish Government investment in Thornliebank.
READ MOREBritish kids will go head-to-head on Roblox to be crowned the Gaming Challenge UK champion.
READ MOREAldi Scotland has proudly announced Children's Hospices Across Scotland (CHAS) as the official charity partner of its long running and hugely popular Supermarket Sweep initiative for 2025.
READ MOREDobbies Garden Centres is welcoming families and four-legged friends to hop along and get set for spring at its brand-new Easter-themed events, taking place across the UK.
READ MOREThe initiative enables customers across the UK to donate pre-loved children's books in-store, for onward gifting to families with fewer books of their own.
READ MOREPlanning permission has been granted for a new leisure centre and theatre in Eastwood Park.
READ MORETo celebrate the Home Release of Paddington in Peru, Marston's has created a limited-edition marmalade-inspired children's menu, which will be available in over 250 Marston's pubs nationwide!
READ MORECommunities across Scotland are being invited to make a visible show of support for LGBTQ+ young people this Purple Friday.
READ MOREThe Gaelic language is set to be celebrated around the world in less than two weeks' time as Seachdain na Gàidhlig, World Gaelic Week, gets set to return from 24th February - 2nd March.
READ MOREEastwood Park Theatre has announced its brand new programme of live music, comedy, drama, family entertainment, cinema screenings and more for 2025.
READ MORETHE organisation behind one of Scotland's most historic travel traditions is calling for young people to join its board as it seeks to capitalise on a surge in interest amongst Gen Z travellers.
READ MOREEast Renfrewshire Libraries have partnered with the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) to deliver a brand new programme of events and activities.
READ MORE