New Writings Showcase, Scottish Writers with University of Glasgow, CCA,10 October, 2017
Tuesday 10th October 2017: CCA Club Room at 7:00 pm CCA: Centre for Contemporary Arts, 350 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3JD nEW wRITINGS sHOWCASE with the University of Glasgow It takes passion, talent, and craftsmanship to create art with words as a medium – and Glasgow writers and poets are brimming with all three. Partnered […]
Thursday, October 5, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Armando Ianucci Death of Stalin, Q and A, GFT, 11 October, 2017
Wednesday 1 October, 2017 GFT Director Armando Iannucci to attend post-screening Q&A for The Death of Stalin at GFT GFT are pleased to announce that acclaimed Glaswegian director Armando Iannucci (In The Loop, Veep) will take part in a Q&A following a preview of his new feature, The Death of Stalin, on Wednesday 11 October […]
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Building a Nation, Gaelic Arts at Websters Theatre, 13 and 14 October, 2017
Togail Nàisean Websters Theatre, 416 Great Western Road, Kelvinbridge, G4 9HZ A spoken work and sound performance by Martin O’Conner [See English Below] Tha bàrd a dh’ionnsaich a’ Ghàidhlig, Martin O’Connor, a’ cur Building a Nation air àrd-ùrlar le cainnt is fuaim. Tha dualchas Albais gnìomhachais Ghlaschu gu domhainn ann fhèin, is tha e a’ […]
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Black History Month Glasgow October 2017 – Slavery and Abolition George Square
Walk and Talk with Dr Michael Morris Glasgow’s George Square was laid out in 1781 and the statues, erected between 1819 and 1902, are designed to celebrate scientists, writers, miltary figures, politicians and royals. But these sculptures and monuments largely tell a sanitised story of Empire – whether a clean story of trade from the […]
Wednesday, October 4, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Black History Month 2017 – Symposium Glasgow Caledonian University, 10 October, 2017
10 October, 2017 4 p.m. – 6.25 p.m. As part of Glasgow Caledonian University’s commitment to equality and diversity – commemorating Black History Month with a Black History Month Symposium. Guest speakers will discuss a range of topics including: Promoting diversity in education Overcoming racism in society Black and minority ethnic people in politics Life […]
Alasdair Gray at Creative Conversations review by Pat Byrne, October 2017
I had a great time at Creative Conversations yesterday. Some days the West End is the perfect place to be: Alasdair Gray in the University Chapel. What more could you ask for. Alasdair began by explaining to a crowded university chapel that he was going to read a long poem called ‘Humanitad’, which he had […]
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Tuesday, October 3, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events
SQIFF Sad Girl Cinema, CCA, Sat 30 September 2017
Sat 30 September 2017 4.30pm, Free / £1/£3/£5/£7 + £1 booking fee, Theatre 15+ / F-Rated Book online / 0141 352 4900 Sad Girl Cinema is an ongoing documentary film project exploring mental health narratives in screen culture created by queer writers Claire Biddles and Bethany Rose Lamont and designed by Maggie Webster. Sorted into […]
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Friday, September 29, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Cinema, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, LGBT Glasgow
Libraries Week Glasgow 7 – 14 October, 2017
With events from 7 – 14 October, find out what your local Glasgow library can offer you. Some Events in Glasgow during Library Week Book Group Day Saturday 7th October, 1-4pm – Free. Books Groups from across the city are invited for an afternoon of reading celebration with author Louise Welsh The Mitchell Library, North St, […]
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Haunted Cabaret, Ghost Stories, Britannia Panopticon, Saturday 28 October, 2017
Enjoy Hallowe’en in Glasgow Britannia Panopticon, New Wynd, 117 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD Saturday 28 October, 2017 1.30 p.m. and 3.30 p.m. Admission Free Join the legendary Billy Bones for his latest fun filled Halloween Spooktacular! Almost live from the Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, an hour of frightful fun for all the family. Prize for […]
Luminate Festival: Autumn Voices with Carl MacDougall plus open mic at Waterstones, 10th October, 2017
Luminate Festival of Creative Ageing. 1 – 31 October, 2017 Tuesday 10th October, 2017 at 2.15-3.45 pm at Waterstones, Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow. Introduction – Robin Lloyd-Jones Carl MacDougall will talk about his recent short story collection, Someone Always Robs the Poor. (20 minutes) Carl MacDougall Carl MacDougall has written three prize-winning novels, four pamphlets and […]
Tuesday, September 26, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Chavela, GFT, 28 September, 2017
Co-directors Catherine Gund and Daresha Kyi interweave candid stories told by Mexican ranchera singer Chavela Vargas and those closest to her in this multi-faceted biographical film. An incomparable performer, she was also a lesbian woman who defied all social expectations, revolutionising music and challenging the stereotypical macho and hetero cultural norms of the times. This […]
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Friday, September 22, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Cinema, LGBT Glasgow, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Equal Night launch of new collection of poems by Graham Fulton, Streetlevel Photoworks, 16 September, 2017
Equal Night a new collection of poems by Graham Fulton published by Salmon Poetry Streetlevel Photoworks Trongate 103, Glasgow G1 5HD, UK Saturday 16 September , 2017 7pm ‘His myriad sometimes quirky tabulation of objects fashions and local people in action has made Graham Fulton’s poetry a distinct personal telling of urban culture in the […]
Friday, September 15, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Ten Writers Telling Lies, Mackintosh Club, Helensburgh Sunday 5 November, 2017 2 p.m.
Sunday 5 November, 201 – 2 p.m. – 5 p.m. Mackintosh Club, 40/2 Sinclair Street, Helensburgh G84 8SU (2 mins from Helensburgh Train Station) Ten Writers Telling Lies is a unique collaboration combining music and writing – which has resulted in a book and accompanying CD. Ten writers have written stories and poems connected with, […]
Wednesday, September 13, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
George Monbiot, Aye Write, 21 October, 2017
George Monbiot discusses his new book Out of the Wreckage and provides analysis of political movements with the focus and direction required to change the world. Mainstream politics is stuck, torn between the redundant doctrines of Keynesianism and neoliberalism. Neither have much to offer a world facing environmental collapse, civic breakdown and a gathering crisis […]
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Tuesday, September 12, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Christopher Brookmyre in discussion with Prof Louise Welsh, University of Glasgow, 19 September, 2017
Professor Louise Welsh, University of Glasgow Creative Writing in discussion with award winning author Christopher Brookmyre. 19 September, 2017 , 6 p.m. – 8 .p.m. Free event Register Online University of Glasgow John McIntyre Building Room 201 (ground floor) G12 8QQ Glasgow
Saturday, September 9, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Sixth Annual Govanhill Baths Poetry Splash, 20 September, 2017
Back again for a 6th year, the annual Poetry Splash has brought together some of Scotlands finest poets and spoken word performers. Past events have included Liz Lochhead, Tom Leonard, Hollie McNish, Jenny Lindsay and many others. This year performing will be: Victoria McNulty, Jim Ferguson, Calum Rodger and Leyla Josephine and more to be […]
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Friday, September 8, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Creative Conversations, Alasdair Gray, University of Glasgow, 2 October, 2017
Novelist Alasdair Gray University Chapel, West Quadrangle, Main Building Gilmorehill Campus, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ Monday 2 October, 2017 1 – 2 PM University Chapel Free & Open to the Public Alasdair Gray is a Scottish writer and artist. His most acclaimed work is his novel, Lanark, published in 1981. It is now regarded as a classic, and […]
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Thursday, September 7, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Glasgow Doors Open Days Glasgow School of Art, Restoring Mackintosh Building, 11 September 2017
Conservation Philosophy: A case study – The Mackintosh Building Restoration Project The Glasgow School of Art 11 September, 2017 Reid Building, 167 Renfrew Street Glasgow G3 6RQ A lecture and panel talk discussing the conservation philosophy guiding the work undertaken to conserve, restore and rebuild the Mackintosh Building, returning it to use as a working […]
Wild Women Writing Workshop with Magi Gibson, Glasgow West End 24 October – 8 December, 2017
New course for autumn 2017 in Glasgow Wild Women Workshop – 8 week course Tuesdays 7 – 9.30 p.m. 24th October – 12th December 2017 What Happens At The Wild Women Writing Course What People Say About The Wild Women Training Courses Do you feel stifled? In a rut? Lacking in self-belief? Want to write […]
Wednesday, September 6, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Courses, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
The Growing Season by Helen Sedgwick, Launch at Waterstones Argyle Street, 7 September, 2017
Helen Sedgwick will be launching my new novel, The Growing Season, in Glasgow at Waterstones Argyle Street. The event will be chaired by the brilliant Heather McDaid with a reading, Q&A, wine and nibbles. Information at Waterstones Here’s the blurb of the book: Now anyone can have a baby. With FullLife’s safe and affordable healthcare […]
Tuesday, September 5, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
He Said She Said I Said, New Writing Scotland launch Waterstones Byres Rd, 6 September, 2017
6 September, 2017 7.30 – 8.30 p.m. Waterstones Byres Road will host the launch of the latest edition of New Writing Scotland. New Writing Scotland is the principal forum for poetry and short fiction in Scotland today. Edited by Diana Hendry and Susie Maguire, She Said He Said I Said includes new work from forty-eight […]
Sunday, September 3, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Gail Honeyman, Byres Road Book Festival, Waterstones, 22 September, 2017
Waterstones Byres Road, 22 September 7p.m. Gail Honeyman will be at Waterstones, Byres Road as part of the Byres Road Book Festival, when she will talk about her incredible debut novel ‘Eleanor Oliphant is completely fine’ While Gail was writing Eleanor Oliphant, it was shortlisted for the Lucy Cavendish Fiction Prize as a work in […]
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Saturday, September 2, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
How to Get Published? Scottish Writers Centre, Tuesday, 24 October, 2017
Calling all writers. Are you ready to get published! The Scottish Writers’ Centre in Partnership with Red Squirrel Press are hosting a publishing panel of literary experts in response to writers who want to publish a book or learn about how to make it into print. The panel, a group of literary experts will answer […]
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Wednesday, August 30, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Women With Fierce Words Launch, The Griffin, 11 September, 2017
On the first day of the 2016 Edinburgh Fringe, fifteen women gathered in front of the Scottish Poetry Library in Crichton’s Lane in the heart of the Canongate of Edinburgh. They had answered a call to come and perform their poetry on the street, share their words. No censorship, no self -censorship, a group of […]
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Monday, August 28, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
An Evening with Val McDermid hosted by Louise Welsh, Waterstones Sauchiehall Street, 30 August, 2017
Wednesday, 30 August, 2017 – 6.45 p.m. Celebrating the launch of the 10th book in the Tony Hill and Carol Jordan series. This will be a great evening of ‘thrilling chat’ between two of Scotland’s most popular crime and thriller authors, Val McDermid and Louise Welsh. Number one bestseller, Val McDermid returns with her pulse-pounding, […]
Louise Welsh, Sara Sheridan and surprise author, Byres Road Book Festival, 24 September, 2017
24 September, 2017 5.30 – 6.30 p.m. Hillhead Library, 348 Byres Rd, Glasgow G12 8AP At Bloody Scotland Festival twelve of Scotland’s best crime writers use the sinister side of the country’s built heritage in stories which are gripping, chilling and redemptive. Louise Welsh and Sara Sheridan will be joined by a surprise author to […]
Tendai Huchu, Byres Road Book Festival, Sunday 24 September, 2017
12.30 – 1.30 p.m. Hillhead Library, 348 Byres Rd, Glasgow G12 8AP Tendai Huchu’s first novel The Hairdresser of Harare was released in 2010 to critical acclaim, and has been translated into French, German, Spanish and Italian. His multi-genre short stories and nonfiction have appeared in the Manchester Review, Interzone, Space and Time Magazine, Ellery Queen […]
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Glasgow Writers: Kevin Scott
Kevin Scott is a Glasgow-based author and journalist. His debut novel ‘Dead Cat Bounce’ was published in May, 2017. It tells the story of two estranged brothers forced into reconciliation when the coffin containing their 11 year-old half-brother is stolen the day before his funeral, ‘Dead Cat Bounce’ has been well-received and was shortlisted for The Sceptre Prize. A graduate of the University […]
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Thursday, August 24, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, writers
Byres Road Book Festival 2017, Kevin Scott, Andrew Ferguson And Margot Mccuaig, Waterstones, 21 September, 2017
Thunderpoints Are Go… Thunderpoint Publishing authors Andrew C Ferguson, Margot McCuaig and Kevin Scott get dark, menacing and surprisingly funny for this year’s Byres Road Book Festival. Join them on September 21st at Waterstones as they get to their heart of their Glaswegian and Edinburgh characters and settings. The three authors, whose novels incorporate missing […]
Dogtooth, GFT, 21 August, 2017
This screening will be preceded by a short introduction and followed by an accessible and informal post-screening discussion hosted by James Mooney, lecturer in film and philosophy (Centre for Open Learning, University of Edinburgh). In Greece, three siblings are trapped in their suburban home by parents who inform them that they cannot leave until their […]
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Friday, August 18, 2017 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, Cinema, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
