I have a Jaunt round the Glasgow West End notice boards to see what’s going on in the centre of the universe but I also rely on mailing lists and you getting in touch with your events. The listings are free for charitable organisations – small charge for profit making events. USA 1982 Koyannisqatsi – with live score HGY
16 September, 2019, 6.30p.m. Neoclassical post-rockers We Stood Like Kings bring a new soundtrack to Godfrey Reggio’s cult movie Koyaanisqatsi. Reggio’s debut as a film director and producer, Koyaanisqatsi is the first film of the Qatsi trilogy, essays of visual images and sound which chronicle the destructive impact of the modern world on the environment. The title is […]
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Wednesday, September 11, 2019 | Filed under: Cinema
Ad Astra GFT
18 – 26 September, 2019 Astronaut Roy McBride (Brad Pitt) travels to the outer edges of the solar system to find his missing father and unravel a mystery that threatens the survival of Earth. His journey will uncover secrets that challenge the nature of human existence and our place in the cosmos. Buy tickets GFT […]
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Die Tomorrow, GFT
16 – 19 September, 2019 The latest film from Thai auteur and social media sensation, Nawapol Thamrongrattanarit, Die Tomorrow is a poetic and profoundly moving meditation on the brevity of life. Lyrical vignettes from the penultimate days of individuals, unaware they are soon to die, are interspersed with documentary footage of subjects young and old ruminating […]
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Mrs Lowry and Son, GFT
13 – 19 September, 2019 Beloved British artist LS Lowry (Timothy Spall) lived all his life with his overbearing mother Elizabeth (Vanessa Redgrave). Bedridden and bitter, Elizabeth actively tried to dissuade her bachelor son from pursuing his artistic ambitions, whilst never failing to voice her opinion at what a disappointment he was to her. Buy […]
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Preview: The Day Shall Come + Q & A Chris Morris
Tuesday, 17 September, 2019 Master satirist Chris Morris makes a welcome return to the cinema with The Day Shall Come, his first feature since Four Lions. In Miami, where poverty and wealth sit uneasily together, unstable preacher Moses (Marchánt Davis) leads a small band of African-American locals who are angered by racial injustice and preparing for a […]
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Preview: The Last Tree GFT
19 September, 2019 Femi, a British boy of Nigerian heritage, moves to inner London to live with his mum after a happy childhood in rural Lincolnshire. Struggling with the unfamiliar culture and values of his new environment, teenage Femi has to figure out which path to adulthood he wants to take, and what it means […]
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Spanish Civil War Collections The Mitchell Library
10 – 30 September, 2019 Special Collections at the Mitchell Library hold many items relating to the Spanish Civil War, mainly donated by Ethel MacDonald and Guy Aldred. This colourful display celebrates Glasgow’s connection to the Spanish Civil War. Free. Level 5 Foyer. The Mitchell Library, North Street, Glasgow G3 7DN Event on Facebook
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Tuesday, September 10, 2019 | Filed under: Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Seven Song Club: Willie Campbell (Astrid), Bensider, Adriana Spina
Friday, 27 September, 2019, 8 – 11 p.m. Tron Theatre, 63 Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HB Willie Campbell Great to have a rare solo set from Willie Campbell, one of the two singer/songwriters in Astrid who have just released then amazing fourth album, Fall Stand Dance on Edwyn Collins record label AED. A great performer who […]
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St Bride’s Knit and Natter Group, Hyndland.
St Bride’s Knit and Natter group meets every Thursday at 11am St Bride’s, 69 Hyndland Road G12 9UX Come along and share knitting and crochet skills while drinking tea, coffee and eating some cake. They knit for family, friends and various charities. Wool and patterns can be provided wool. Level of knitting doesn’t matter. No […]
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Meet the Author, Angela Robb, Fruin Farm
Thursday, 19th September, 2019, 10.30 a.m. Fruin Farm, Glen Fruin, Nr Helensburgh G84 9EE Free event. Angela Robb is a writer of children’s books packed with humour, adventure, and heart. Originally from Dumbarton, she now lives in a village between Glasgow and Stirling. She loves exploring Scotland’s landscapes and cities soaking up ideas for settings […]
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Sarah Kudirka Open Studio The Hidden Lane
Saturday 5th October, 2019 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mercat House, Hidden Lane, 1103 Argyle Street, Finnieston, Glasgow G3 8ND www.thehiddenlaneglasgow.com To celebrate two years of happy and productive work in the lovely creative hub at the Hidden Lane, Sarah Kudirka I will be holding an Open Studio Day. All welcome! Lots to browse at […]
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Joint Book Launch: Tracy Patrick and Fiona Lindsay
Friday 4 October, 2019, 6 – 8 p.m. Paisley Arts Centre New Street, PA1 1EZ Paisley The event is a co-launch, ‘Blushing is for Sinners’ by Tracy Patrick ‘Do Not Disturb’ by Fiona Lindsay. An evening of readings, music and literary entertainment in the bonnie environs of Paisley. ‘Blushing is for Sinners’ Clochoderick Press, (2019) […]
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Monday, September 9, 2019 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events
Careers in Film – Glasgow Youth Film Festival
Saturday, 14 September, 2019 – 12 Noon. Interested in a career in film? Not how to get started or what role would suit you best? Scotland’s young filmmakers share their experience and advice on finding your feet in the film industry. Places are free but must be booked in advance 0141 332 6535 Details of […]
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Pain and Glory, GFT
23 August, – 12 September, 2019 Pain and Glory tells of a series of re-encounters experienced by Salvador Mallo, a film director in physical decline. Some encounters are in person, others remembered: his childhood in the 1960s, when he emigrated with his parents to a village in Valencia in search of prosperity; his first desire; his […]
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Sunday, September 8, 2019 | Filed under: Cinema
The Shiny Shrimps GFT
6 – 12 September, 2019 When World Swimming Championship silver medallist Matthias Le Goff makes a homophobic remark on TV, he is tasked with coaching the flamboyant Shiny Shrimps, a gay water polo team, motivated more by partying than competition. This explosive coach-and-team combo sees The Shiny Shrimps head to Croatia to take part in […]
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Hail Satan GFT
6 – 12 September, 2019 Chronicling the extraordinary rise of one of the most colourful and controversial religious movements in American history, Hail Satan? is an inspiring and entertaining new feature documentary from acclaimed director Penny Lane (Nuts!, Our Nixon). When media-savvy members of the Satanic Temple organise a series of public actions designed to advocate for religious […]
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Saturday, September 7, 2019 | Filed under: Cinema
Rojo GFT
6 – 12 September, 2019 A gripping, noir-like thriller which mercilessly exposes the rotten heart of 1970s Argentina, Benjamín Naishtat’s subtle, twisting tale initially focuses on respected provincial lawyer Claudio (Darío Grandinetti) who is a pillar of the community. One night, he is confronted by a stranger in a busy restaurant, where verbal sparring leads to physical violence. We […]
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Friday, September 6, 2019 | Filed under: Cinema
Pity Party Film Club CCA
Pity Party Film Club Times Square | Suitable Women: Films of Female Friendship Vol. 2 Sat 7 September 2019 12:30pm, £5 + 98p booking fee / Cinema 15+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Pity Party Film Club Fort Tilden | Suitable Women: Films of Female Friendship Vol. 2 Sat 7 September 2019 Pity Party Film Club […]
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Vincent Price: Master of Menace, Lover of Life + The Abominable Dr Phibes GFT
Sunday 8 September, 2019 Author and inspirational speaker Victoria Price presents ‘Master of Menace, Lover of Life’ – an intimate glimpse at her famous father’s life and career. As Vincent Price’s daughter and biographer, Victoria will share rare photos and stories about the King of Horror, who was a true Renaissance man. Victoria will have copies of […]
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The Farewell Opening Gala GYFF 2019
13 September, 2019 8.30 p.m. Preview Screening – Glasgow Youth Film Festival 2019 Opening Gala Chinese-born Billi (a heart-felt performance from Awkwafina, Crazy Rich Asians) lives in New York City with her parents. When her beloved grandmother, matriarch Nai Nai, is diagnosed with terminal cancer, the family decide not to tell her. To spend time with […]
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Pity Party Film Club CCA
Muriel’s Wedding | Suitable Women: Films of Female Friendship Vol. 2 Sat 7 September 2019 6pm, £5 + 98p booking fee / Cinema 15+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Related CCA Events Pity Party Film Club Times Square | Suitable Women: Films of Female Friendship Vol. 2 Sat 7 September 2019 Pity Party Film Club Fort […]
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Book Launch: The Siren Awakes by Linda Jackson
4, November, 2019 (note change of date) Avant Garde The first of three memoirs – with Special Guest Charlie Gracie Music Linda Jackson Band: Featuring Morph on Guitar, Gordon Dickson on Saxophone, Steve Buchanan on Bass and Stevie Reilly on Piano. Call and book your seat. This should be quite a night. These guys are […]
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Margaret Atwood – Live in Cinemas
10 September, 2019 GFT On Tuesday, September 10th, the wait is over…. The Testaments, Margaret Atwood’s highly anticipated sequel to The Handmaid’s Tale, is revealed. The momentous literary event will be celebrated with an exclusive live cinema broadcast, as Fane Productions present an evening with the Canadian novelist, poet, literary critic and inventor. The publication of Atwood’s The […]
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Script to Stage Renfrewshire
Wednesday 25 September, 2019 Stow Brae Kirk, 82 Causeyside Street, Paisley PA1 1YP Script to Stage Renfrewshire presents a night of short plays as part of the Tannahill Arts Festival Submissions Wanted Seeking submissions by deadline at midnight on Friday 13th September, 2019 Email your script to script@tannahillarts.com following the submission guidelines on our Facebook […]
The Stornoway Way Cottiers Theatre
Thursday 10 October, 2019, 7.30 p.m. Cottiers, 93-95 Hyndland Street, G11 5PU Dogstar Theatre Company in association with An Lanntair The Stornoway Way by Kevin MacNeil A musical tragicomedy Director Matthew Zajac Set & Costume Design Ali Maclaurin Lighting Design Andrew Wilson Sound Design Pippa Murphy Video Jim Hope Original Songs by Willie Campbell, […]
Access Film Club: Blinded by the Light at Glasgow Film Theatre
Tuesday 10 September , 2019 at 8.00 p.m. From Gurinder Chadha, the director of Bend it Like Beckham, Blinded by the Light is a joyous coming-of-age story. Set in 1987, during the restrained days of Thatcher’s Britain, the film follows a teenager who learns to live life, understand his family and find his own voice through the […]
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‘Creatures as Natural Hunters’ Damian Henry Glasgow Print Studio
5- 29 September, 2019 Preview 5th September, 2019 6 – 8 p.m. All welcome. Glasgow Print Studio, 48 King Street, Trongate, Glasgow. “This talented artist’s crossings of style and influences from Leger to Picasso to comic strip characters creates an immediately appealing original vision.” Bob Buck, former director, The Brooklyn Museum www.damianhenry.com www.gpsart.co.uk
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Wednesday, September 4, 2019 | Filed under: Art & artists Glasgow West End, Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow
Harvest Festival North Kelvin Meadow and The Children’s Wood
Saturday 7 September, 2019 12 noon until 4 p.m. Come along to the Harvest Festival and Volunteer Action day at North Kelvin Meadow The Children’s Wood and North Kelvin Meadow, Kelbourne/Sanda/Clouston Street, G20 8QW Brass, Aye? will be joining us. They are a vibrant street brass band from Glasgow with a penchant for the gold […]
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Arlington Baths Club Glasgow Doors Open Days 2019
Free guided tours Saturday 21 & Sunday 22 September, 2019 Tours: Every half hour 10am – 4pm; Tour meeting point: Members Lounge Booking not required About Arlington Baths Club Arlington Baths Club opened in 1871 and was the first private club of its kind in Europe. It is a fine example of Victorian architecture […]
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Tuesday, September 3, 2019 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Glasgow Doors Open Days
Memorial Evening for Janet Paisley CCA
3 December, 2019, 7 p.m. CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3JD Memorial Evening for the late Janet Paisley Tickets: £9 Phone 0141 352 4900 for tickets Performers celebrating this wonderful Scottish Writer Sheila Templeton Janet Crawford Liz Niven Christie Williamson Alan Riach plus more to be announced Music from Wendy Weatherby Band and Linda Jaxson […]
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