What’s On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more.

Pat ByrneI 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. Email me details if you would like me to promote your event..

My Men GFT 11 November, 2016

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  Emma Luchini’s second full-length feature is a tragi-comedy based on the novel by her partner Nicolas Rey, featuring her father Fabrice Luchini in one of the lead roles. Comedian Manu Payet plays against type as the alcoholic, drug-taking Martin. Chronically disillusioned with his life, Martin takes up residence in a mobile home parked in […]

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Havana Glasgow Film Festival Wee Spanish Mobile Library – Havanita Family Screening Wed 16 November, 2016

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Wed 16 November 2016 CCA 11am, Free (unticketed), Cinema All ages 0141 352 4900 Havana Glasgow Film Festival Tue 15 November — Sat 19 November 2016 Come and join The Wee Spanish Mobile Library and visual artist and puppeteer, Sonia Gardés, for a Havanita morning of Cuban cartoons, stories and songs in Spanish. Suitable for […]

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CinemaAttic: Spanish and Latin American Short Film Night, CCA, 11 November, 2016

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CCA Fri 11 November 2016 7.30pm, £5 (£4 students) + £1 booking fee, Cinema 15+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Spanish and Latin American Short Film Nights offer a powerful curated selection of short films, all with English subtitles, as well as networking breaks for the enjoyment of both the Ibero-American community and cinema […]

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Dyslexia Scotland Read Me Differently, CCA 12 November, 2016

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CCA Sat 12 November 2016 2pm, Free but ticketed, Cinema All ages Book online / 0141 352 4900 This Dyslexia Scotland Read Me Differently film screening explores the impact of undiagnosed dyslexia. A shock of recognition in social work school leads award-winning filmmaker Sarah Entine to explore how undiagnosed dyslexia and ADHD have impacted three […]

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Cathy Come Home, GFT, 15 November, 2016

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In 1966, BBC’s ‘The Wednesday Play’ series screened Ken Loach’s Cathy Come Home, a drama about a young family’s slide into homelessness and poverty. With scenes of eviction, separation and loss broadcast on mainstream ’60s television, Loach paints a grim political picture of mid-sixties London. After the screening, homelessness charity Shelter plus a panel of guest […]

Read the full article: Cathy Come Home, GFT, 15 November, 2016

Cuban Film Festival launches extended 2nd year in Glasgow 10th-19th November, 2016

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The Second Havana Glasgow Film Festival has launched its new programme online this weekend. The festival has built on last years’ initial success extending its run from seven to ten days in November and increasing the number of films. This year it features a special day concentrating on Cuba’s low-budget film festival (Cine Pobre). Festival […]

Read the full article: Cuban Film Festival launches extended 2nd year in Glasgow 10th-19th November, 2016

After Love, GFT, 4 – 10 November, 2016

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Marie (Bérénice Bejo) and Boris (Cédric Kahn) are calling it quits after 15 years of marriage. However, as long they are still deciding on their separation agreement they remain living together in the magazine-photo-worthy apartment they both want to claim ownership of. The latest film from acclaimed Belgian director Joachim Lafosse (The White Knights) focuses on […]

Read the full article: After Love, GFT, 4 – 10 November, 2016

Nova Scotia Folk Club, St Andrews Day 2016 , Wednesday 30 November, Torrance

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Nova Scotia Folk Club celebrates St Andrews with song, poetry (maybe even a wee dance) and a buffet supplied by Table 13 Catering courtesy of Nova Scotia Folk Club . Hosted by Gina Graham. Everyone welcome to come to this event. For catering purposes please confirm your attendance get in touch via Facebook Page Victoria […]

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Black Star Screenings at GFT, November/December, 2016

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Black Star is a celebration of the range, versatility and power of black actors on  lm and TV, taking place in cinemas at BFI Southbank and nationwide, on DVD and on BFI Player. Black Star provides a meaningful and high-pro le platform for audiences to explore a galaxy of black actors through history, spotlighting the […]

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Nocturnal Animals, GFT, 4 – 17 November, 2016

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Tom Ford (A Single Man) returns to the big screen after seven years with this riveting adaptation of Austin Wright’s novel Tony and Susan. Susan (Amy Adams) is a successful Los Angeles art gallery owner whose marriage to her second husband appears to be unravelling due to his incessant travelling. As her suspicions begin to […]

Read the full article: Nocturnal Animals, GFT, 4 – 17 November, 2016

A Christmas Carol, Cottiers, 22 – 24 December, 2016

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A Christmas Carol Tickets £14 Adult/£10 Concession (Ticket Price inc. ticket admin fee which will display at the checkout) (fee applicable to all tickets, including tickets bought in person or bought on the day) Concessions for children, OAPs and Students only. ‘There is nothing in the world so irresistibly contagious as laughter and good humour’ […]

Read the full article: A Christmas Carol, Cottiers, 22 – 24 December, 2016

Snow White and the Seven Wee Muppets, Websters Bar 1 – 31 December, 2016

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From the producers that brought you last year’s smash hit pantomime ‘A Belter of a Cinderella Story’ Insideout Productions in association with Websters Theatre Proudly Present SNOW WHITE and the SEVEN WEE MUPPETS By Paul Harper-Swan An all Singing, all Dancing Wickedly Wonderful Family Panto with a modern twist on the classic tale. Starring Jamie […]

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Beauty and the Beast, Eastwood Theatre, 29 November – 3 December, 2016

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Beauty and the Beast Local Group Eastwood Entertainers Tuesday 29 November – Saturday 3 December, 2016 Tuesday – Friday, 7.30pm Sat Matinee 1.30pm, Sat Evening 6.30pm Eastwood Entertainers proudly present our funny, fabulous, family friendly annual pantomime ‘Beauty and the Beast’.  Come and meet Belle and her two horrible sisters. What will the lovable Dame […]

Read the full article: Beauty and the Beast, Eastwood Theatre, 29 November – 3 December, 2016

Aladdin – A Panto-Opticon Spectacular, Britannia Panopticon, – various dates December 2016

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Aladdin: A Panto-Opticon Spectacular 10th December 2pm & 7.30pm 11th December 2pm 17th December 2pm & 7.30pm 18th December 2pm The Britannia Panopticon Music Hall is putting on it’s first panto since it closed down in 1938! Come join us for a magical performance of a beloved classic, Aladdin! Tickets can be bought from Tickets […]

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Glen Michael’s Theatre of Memories, The Britannia Panopticon, 27 November, 2016

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Glen Michael’s Theatre of Memorie 27th November – Doors 1.30pm – Show starts 2pm Tickets £15 Concessions £10 Glen Michael STV’s Calvacade presenter, actor and performer tells us about his early days in theatre and film. He’ll tell us about the differences in Scottish and English theatre and how it was working with some of […]

Read the full article: Glen Michael’s Theatre of Memories, The Britannia Panopticon, 27 November, 2016

The Panopticon Esperanza, Fundraiser, Classic Grand, 19 November, 2016

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The Panopticon Fundraiser   19th November 12pm – 20th November 3am   A day and night of live music, cabaret, musicians, burlesque & much more! All Day 12pm-3am £13.00 Day 12pm-6pm £5.00 Evening 6pm-3am £10.00    Buy tickets online   The Classic Grand, 18 Jamaica St, Glasgow G1 4QD  

Read the full article: The Panopticon Esperanza, Fundraiser, Classic Grand, 19 November, 2016

The Snaw Queen, The Tron, 29 November 2016 – 7 January, 2017

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She’s no’ just frozen…. she’s Baltic! Kristine Cagney Kringle and her toy workshop are gearing up for the biggest, bestest festive season yet. However, there’s a magic mirror just waiting to be dropped, and once it is, Christmas will be gone FOREVER!  Join us on the ultimate quest to save the pantosphere from the evil Snaw Queen and her […]

Read the full article: The Snaw Queen, The Tron, 29 November 2016 – 7 January, 2017

The Night After Christmas, The Tron, 29 November – 31 December, 2016

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Twas the night after Christmas, All the presents unwrapped, Santa and Rudolph away for a nap, We know they’ll be hungry when they wake from their sleep, Why don’t we make them a nice tasty treat? Two elves do the cooking, A feast to prepare, Grab a knife and a fork, And we’ll see you […]

Read the full article: The Night After Christmas, The Tron, 29 November – 31 December, 2016

Simon’s Magical Christmas Socks, Citizens Theatre Glasgow, 8 – 31 December, 2016

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Royal Conservatoire of Scotland An intimate, interactive and fun-filled festive show for little ones aged 3-6 years. Simon Smith is an ordinary boy who is given extraordinary socks from a mysterious stranger. When he finds out that Santa is in a pickle and needs his help, his magic socks and a merry band of friends […]

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Hansel and Gretel, Citizens Theatre Glasgow, 6 December, 2016 – 7 January, 2017

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A delicious festive treat for all the family this Christmas! Abandoned in a deep forest with no way of finding their way home, Hansel and Gretel stumble upon an extraordinary house. Tired and hungry, the siblings are lured inside by a cruel witch who plots to devour them. Hansel and Gretel must use their combined […]

Read the full article: Hansel and Gretel, Citizens Theatre Glasgow, 6 December, 2016 – 7 January, 2017

Aladdin, SECC, 10– 31 December, 2016

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Aladdin     SECC – Clyde Auditorium     Exhibition Way, Glasgow G3 8YW 10th Dec 2016 to 31st Dec 2016 Packed with all the traditional panto ingredients, Aladdin features laugh out loud comedy, stunning scenery and beautiful costumes. Expect flying carpets, a wish-granting genie, an evil sorcerer and a lamp-full of laughs. With Marti Pellow and […]

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FUNBOX presents Christmas Wonderland, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 16 – 18 December, 2016

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16 – 18 December, 2016 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall 2 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow, G2 3NY Anya, Kevin and Gary are on top of the world – literally, as their latest seasonal spectacular takes them to the North Pole. They’re wrapped up cosy and warm for an Arctic adventure packed with songs, silliness and snow. The […]

Read the full article: FUNBOX presents Christmas Wonderland, Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, 16 – 18 December, 2016

Cinderella, The King’s Theatre Glasgow, 2 December, 2016 – 8 January, 2017

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The Mother of All Pantos Returns to The Kings   The Kings Theatre, 297 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4JN Cinderella – Overview Yes – we’ll all go to the ball! This Christmas the Kings Theatre welcome back the magic of the Fairy Godmother, the sparkle of a pair of glass slippers and of course the […]

Read the full article: Cinderella, The King’s Theatre Glasgow, 2 December, 2016 – 8 January, 2017

Elfie’s Magical Adventure, The Pavilion, 24 November 2016 – 15 January, 2016

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24 November 2016 – 15 January 2017 Full of slapstick fun and sing-along Christmas Songs. With Liam Dolan, Nicola Park, Stephen Purdon, Grado, Craig Glover, Ewen Cameron and Cat Harvey. Pavilion Theatre 121 Renfield St, Glasgow G2 3AX  Booking information Box Office Telephone: 0141 332 1846

Read the full article: Elfie’s Magical Adventure, The Pavilion, 24 November 2016 – 15 January, 2016

Mary Irvine’s Blog: The Living Memory Association, Leith and The Mitchell Library

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Two Visits The first was a visit to THELMA. No, not a new female friend. The Living Memory Association in the Ocean Terminal Shopping Centre, Leith. The association has been in existence for thirty years and recent moved to their new premises where, as a charity, they do not pay rent! It is not a […]

Read the full article: Mary Irvine’s Blog: The Living Memory Association, Leith and The Mitchell Library

Amy Liptrot, Creative Conversations, University of Glasgow, Monday 7 November, 2016

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Monday 7 November 1 p.m: Amy Liptrot ‌ Creative Conversations University Chapel, West Quadrangle, Main Building Gilmorehill Campus, University of Glasgow, Glasgow G12 8QQ Amy Liptrot has published her work with various magazines, journals and blogs and she has written a regular column for Caught by the River out of which The Outrun has emerged. As […]

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Helen Lothian and The McOpera Ensemble, Hyndland Parish Church, Saturday 3 December, 2016

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Helen Lothian and The McOpera Ensemble Hyndland Parish Church, Glasgow G12 9JE An exciting line up of performers , including  Helen Lothian (Soprano ), Derek Clark (Piano) and musicians from Scottish Opera -The McOpera Ensemble -Tony Moffat,Terez Korondi ,Rachel Davis and Sarah Harrington.        Join them for a wonderful evening of Christmas music ranging from […]

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Carlton Live at The Coyote Bar, Mondays from 7 November, 2016

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The Coyote Whisky Bar, 72 Howard Street, Glasgow G1 4EQ First Monday of the month, Carlton Studios presents Carlton Live Sessions@ Coyote Bar. November features ‘Acting Strange’, pop, rock, Indiie, ‘ramshackle, exciting’,’ Lou Reed supplanted to one of Scotland’s most deprived areas’ https://soundcloud.co/acting-strange and Howson. Excellent way to spend a Monday night. Free entry. Event […]

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George Duff, Kevin McLeod and Leo McCann. Partick Folk Club, Friday 25 November, 2016

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    This month’s guests at Partick Folk Club on Friday 25th November are superb singer/guitarist George Duff, mandolin/bouzouki player from The Occasionals Kevin McLeod and renowned Northern Irish box player Leo McCann.   This will be a fabulous night of songs and tunes.   Partick Folk Club, St Peter’s Church Hall, 66 Chancellor Street, […]

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