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. Elstree 1976, GFT, 8 November, 2016
Elstree 1976 is a documentary looking at the lives of the people behind the masks and beneath the helmets in the original Star Wars movie. Over the summer of 1976, a wide array of North American and British actors, along with an inexhaustible supply of film extras, donned crazy costumes and headgear to populate George […]
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Thursday, November 3, 2016 | Filed under: Cinema, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Cézanne et Moi, GFT, 5 November, 2016
A sumptuous 19th century period drama from Danièle Thompson (Avenue Montaigne, Le code a changé) starring Guillaume Gallienne as post-impressionist painter Paul Cézanne and Guillaume Canet as Émile Zola. Thompson’s sixth feature charts the decade-long friendship and eventual fallout between Cézanne, who was born into a wealthy family but struggled to make a living as […]
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Richard Linklater: Dream is Destiny, GFT, 4 – 7 November, 2016
Highlighting one of the most innovative American directors, this documentary explores the path travelled by the auteur, from his Texas roots to his warm reception on the awards circuit. Richard Linklater’s desire to create fuelled his work outside the Hollywood system, and his ability to showcase realistic characters and tell honest stories soon had others […]
Read the full article: Richard Linklater: Dream is Destiny, GFT, 4 – 7 November, 2016
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You’ve Been Trumped Too, GFT, 4 – 8 November, 2016
Anthony Baxter’s explosive and timely follow up to You’ve Been Trumped explores the continuing confrontation between a feisty 92-year-old Scottish widow, Molly Forbes, and a billionaire seeking to become the most powerful man in the world. Molly and her family are living in the shadow of the Trump International Golf Links in Aberdeen. When […]
Read the full article: You’ve Been Trumped Too, GFT, 4 – 8 November, 2016
Sonita, GFT, 4 – 7 November, 2016
Sonita, an 18-year-old Afghan refugee and the subject of this unique and inspiring documentary, harbours dreams of being a rapper. But her family has a very different future in mind: as a bride she is worth $9,000. In a culture where women are forbidden to sing, Sonita hopes to find a way to make […]
Daniel Blake, GFT, 25 October – 3 November 2016
GFT 25 October – 3 November, 2016 Daniel Blake (comedian Dave Johns in his feature debut) is a middle-aged carpenter from Newcastle, who after suffering a heart attack and deemed unfit to work, must rely on the state for help for the first time. As he comes up against the absurdities of the British welfare […]
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Lo and Behold Reveries of the Connected World GFT 28 October – 5 November, 2016
Lo and Behold, Reveries of the Connected World (12A) 28 October – 3 November Oscar-nominated filmmaker Werner Herzog chronicles the virtual world in this fascinating documentary. From the origins to the outermost reaches, Herzog explores the digital landscape with the same curiosity and imagination he viewed earthly destinations as disparate as the Amazon, the Sahara, […]
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Africa in Motion Action Commandant (Action Kommandant) – UK Premiere CCA Sat 5 November 2016
Sat 5 November 2016 8pm, £5 + £1 booking fee, Cinema 15+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Related CCA Events Africa in Motion Film Festival Fri 4 November — Sun 6 November 2016 Dir. Nadine Angel Cloete | South Africa 2016 | 1h30m | Afrikaans/English with English subtitles | 15 Action Kommandant is the […]
The Shiverin’ Sheiks, The Rio Partick, 12 November, 2016
Very pleased to announce a show on the 12th November from the kings of Bombastic 50’s pop, Country Gospel, Dancefloor Rock ‘n’ Roll and Doo Wop…………..THE SHIVERIN’ SHEIKS!!! Saturday 12 November, 2016 9 p.m. The Rio Cafe, 27 Hyndland St, Glasgow G11 5QF
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Wednesday, November 2, 2016 | Filed under: Gig Guide plus Club Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Paint Your Jugs Auction, Beatson Fundraiser, Maryhill Burgh Halls, 12 November, 2016
Come along to an exhibition and auction of all of the jugs and bowls painted to raise money for the Beatson Pebble Appeal…. come join for a night of fun to continue to raise money for cancer research. Buy tickets at evenbrite 10 – 24 Garbraid Avenue, G20 8YE Beatson Pebble Appeal Facebook
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Four Men In Search Of A Plot, Waterstones Sauchiehall Street, 4 November, 2016.
Friday, 4 November, 2016 Waterstones, 153 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3EW An evening of intrigue when four Scottish crime writers will be discussing and answering questions about all aspects of crime novels, including plotting, writing, plus general death and destruction. With G.J. Brown, Neil Broadfoot, Mark Leggatt and Douglas Skelton G. J. Brown lives in Scotland […]
Christopher Tower Poetry Competition, Open to Students aged 16 – 18 years, Closing Date for Entries 17 February, 2017
All UK students, between 16-18, are encouraged to enter the 2017 Christopher Tower poetry competition. This year’s theme is ‘STONE’ and the judges are Sarah Howe and Vahni Capildeo. First prize £3,000; second prize £1,000 and third prize £500. Closing date 17/2/17. www.towerpoetry.org.uk/prize The 17th Christopher Tower Poetry Competition, the UK’s most valuable prize for […]
Thoroughly Modern Millie, 6 – 11 February, 2017, King’s Theatre
LEADING TELEVISION AND STAGE ACTRESS MICHELLE COLLINS JOINS THE 2017 UK TOUR OF BROADWAY’S MULTI AWARD-WINNING MUSICAL COMEDY THOROUGHLY MODERN MILLIE WITH STRICTLY COME DANCING’S JOANNE CLIFTON AS MILLIE KING’S THEATRE, BATH STREET, ~GLASGOW MONDAY 6-SATURDAY 11 FEBRUARY 2017 Michelle Collins will join the cast of Thoroughly Modern Millie as […]
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In Process Masterclass with Lesley Glaister, CCA, Tuesday, 8 November, 2016
‘In Process Masterclass’ with Lesley Glaister With Scottish Writers Centre, Club House, CCA, 350 Sauchiehall Street, G2 3JD Lesley Glaister has published thirteen books by major houses which for most of us, as aspiring writers, is the ultimate dream. Despite this she sometimes loves writing and sometimes loathes it and finds inspiration by writing in […]
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Clann an Drumma, Fundraiser in aid of Motor Neurone Disease Scotland, Clydebank Town Hall, 21 January, 2017
Clann an Drumma are hosting a fundraising evening in aid of Motor Neurone Disease Scotland £10 Buy Tickets Email:clannandrumma@rock.com or via performers or ClannAnDrumma Facebook
Tuesday, November 1, 2016 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Gig Guide plus Club Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
John Simpson – We Chose to Speak of War and Strife Saturday, 26 November, 2016
Glasgow Royal Concert Hall Part of Book Week Scotland celebrations: John Simpson, the BBC’s World Affairs Editor talks about his new book We Chose to Speak of War and Strife. In corners of the globe where fault-lines seethe into bloodshed and civil war, foreign correspondents have, for hundreds of years, been engaged in uncovering the […]
Ed Gamble – Stampede, The Stand Comedy Club Glasgow, Sunday 13 November, 2016
Show Information Gamble thunders into town with a wagonload of misguided opinions and wild conjecture. A brand new stand-up comedy show from a big white face you may have seen on Mock the Week (BBC2), Almost Royal (E4), Drunk History (Comedy Central), Conan (TBS), Russell Howard’s Good News (BBC3), Edinburgh Comedy Fest Live (BBC3), Man Down […]
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Dougie Wilkinson: Wedding Piper
Experienced Piper for all Events Dougie Wilkinson. A professional piper and composer, who can provide you with a tailored and personal service to fit with your wedding plans. A well turned out piper who will help make your day memorable. Available for: Piping to greet guests on arrival at the ceremony venue Piping bride’s arrival […]
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Monday, October 31, 2016 | Filed under: Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Pat's Home Page Blog, Weddings, Weddings Glasgow
Beloved Poison with ES Thomson and Adrian Searle, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Glasgow 21 November, 2016
Author ES Thomson chats with publisher Adrian Searle (Freight Books) about the inspiration behind her Victorian medical thriller, Beloved Poison. Set in Edinburgh in 1846, Beloved Poison follows apothecary Jem Flockhart who makes a gruesome discovery in the gloomy chapel of St Saviour’s Infirmary. The story takes the reader from the bloody world of the […]
Unwrapped: Christmas Exhibition at Thistle Gallery, 5 November – 24 December, 2016
Thistle Gallery, Scottish Contemporary Art, 56 Park Rd, Glasgow G4 9JF 0141 334 3444 www.thistle-gallery.com/ Unique Gifts – ‘Unwrapped’ Thistle Gallery’s much anticipated Christmas Exhibition runs from November 5th until December 24th with an exceptional array of unique and bespoke gifts …..from some of our leading Scottish contemporary artists. Whether it’s a painting, jewellery, ceramics, […]
Birds, Exhibition at ProjectAbility by Scott Smith 4 – 26 November
Project Ability is pleased to present an exhibition of new work by Scott Smith. Scott works in our Aspire studios and has a varied practice of painting and drawing from life and memory. This body of work was made over the past few months, in a flurry of focus and productivity. The theme […]
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Kirsty Logan, Creative Conversations, University of Glasgow Monday 31 October, 2016
31 October: Kirsty Logan 1 p.m. – Free event. Reading a brand new horror story for Hallowe’en Kirsty Logan lives in Glasgow and is a writer of fiction and journalism. Her books are The Gracekeepers and The Rental Heart & Other Fairytales. Her short fiction and poetry has been published in print and […]
Snout, A Play, A Pie and A Pint, OranMor, 31 October – 5 November, 2016
Mon, 31 October, 2016 — Sat, 05 November, 2016 By Kelly Jones | Directed By Kenny Miller Produced in association with the Sherman Theatre. Featuring Claire Cage, Michele Gallagher and Sally Reid. Pigs Viv, Coco and Lacey are on their way to the slaughterhouse. Time is running out, the heat is unbearable and they’re desperate to […]
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HAMELDAEME by Damian Mullen. A Play, A Pie and A Pint – 7 November – 12 November, 2016
HAMELDAEME Mon, 07 November, 2016 — Sat, 12 November, 2016 By Damian Mullen A Play, A Pie and A Pint OranMor, Top of Byres Road, G12 ‘Three women, a coffin and a very long night’ The night before Bobby’s funeral. The Wake is over, the mourners have left. A time for calmness, reflection, prayer. …Not […]
Friday, October 28, 2016 | Filed under: What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more, What's on in Glasgow: Theatre and Comedy
Interfaith Family Fun Day, 20 November, 2016, Hillhead Primary School, Glasgow
FREE EVENT! This year our annual Interfaith Week Family Fun Day will take place on the 20th November (2-4.30pm) in Glasgow’s West End (the large hall at Hillhead Primary School, 110 Otago St, Glasgow G12 8NS). As well as performances, free food, face-painting, and henna, you’ll also have the opportunity to learn about different religious […]
The Exorcist, Director’s Cut, 28 October, 2016 (11 p.m.) GFT
The Exorcist – The Director’s Cut (18) 28 October GFT This Halloween weekend we’re bringing back one of the most iconic horror films of all time. When an actress suspects an evil spirit has possessed her daughter, two priests risk their lives to perform the rites of demonic exorcism. Join us for a rare chance […]
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Drive In Scary Movies Riverside Museum, Fundraiser Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice 30 October, 2016
Hocus Pocus – 6pm The hilarious Hocus Pocus, starring Bette Midler and Sarah Jessica Parker Friday the 13th 9pm (18 + only) Directed by Sean S Cunningham. Riverside Museum, 100 Pointhouse Rd, Glasgow G3 8RS Tickets cost £25 per car, per screening. Buy your tickets online. Fundraiser for Prince and Princess of Wales Hospice www.princeandprincessofwaleshospice.org.uk/event-article/social-events/drive-in-movie
The Shining, GFT 30 October – 1 November, 2016
30 October – 1 November, 2016 GFT Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece of modern horror is widely considered to be one of the most terrifying movies of all time. Based on Stephen King’s bestselling novel, this tale of a family man and would-be writer going mad as winter caretaker of the cursed Overlook Hotel is a seminal […]
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The Clan, CCA, Wednesday 2 November, 2016
Curzon Home Cinema & The List present: The Clan Wed 2 November 2016 CCA 7.30pm, £6 (£5) + £1 booking fee, Cinema 15+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Curzon Home Cinema, in association with The List, bring you The Clan. Directed by Pablo Trapero and produced by Pedro Almodóvar, this shocking thriller is based […]
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The Man Who Laughs, Hallowe’en Silent Movie, Britannica Panopticon, 29 October, 2016
Hallowe’en Silent Movie The Man Who Laughs October 29th 7pm As is tradition Britannica Panopticon will be screening a silent horror movie for halloween with live musical accompaniment and sound effects! This year showing the expressionist classic ‘The Man Who Laughs’. Gwynplaine is the son of a nobleman who angered King James II. With his […]
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