Theresa Talbot’s debut novel ‘Penance’
Inspired by the girls of Glasgow’s Magdalene Institution in Maryhill Theresa talks about her book: In 1958 Glasgow’s Magdalene Institution in Maryhill was closed-down after the inmates staged a 3 day ‘riot’. The girls of Lochburn House claimed they were beaten, doused in freezing water and verbally and emotionally abused. The riot consisted of a […]
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Wednesday, December 23, 2015 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events
Mod Street Party, Blackfriars, Dec 31 December, 2015
New Year’s Eve Mod Party Friday Street Hogmanay Party with guest DJ Claire Hyslop Thursday 31 December, 2015 10.00pm – 3.00am Over 18s Further info: friday-street@hotmail.co.uk £8.50 Buy tickets online Thu Dec 31 at Blackfriars 36 Bell St, Glasgow G1 1LG
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Benefit for Scottish Action For Refugees, The Primevals. Stereo, Sat 26 December, 2015
Scottish Action For Refugees Saturday 26 December, 2015 7 PM – 10 PM Stereo Cafe Bar Benefit for Scottish Action For Refugees The Primevals Uncle Judas The Creeping Ivies The Rotations £7 -all proceeds go to SAFR-all bands play for free-please come and support and yes spread the word!! Stereo Cafe Bar20 – 28 Renfield […]
Tuesday, December 22, 2015 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, 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
I AM_WSHOM_NYE, 31 December, 2015, Stereo
I AM_WSHOM_NYE Stereo Thursday, December 31, 2015 10:30 PM – 4:00 AM A New Year, a fresh start or a time to celebrate old friendships as Rabbie B taught us; with an extended party ’til four (amen). DOWNSTAIRS ‘From the basement i AM tackles this with its Janus-like approach – one eye in […]
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Sinatra – The Man and his Movies, GFT 13, 20, 27 December, 2015
Whilst old blue eyes is perhaps best known for his crooning, he also enjoyed a illustrious film career, starring in over 50 feature films spanning several decades. He was born on 12 December 1915, and to celebrate the centenary of his birth, GFT is delighted to screen a selection of his finest cinema works. 13, […]
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Juliet Cadzow, Actor
Juliet stars as Queen Morgiana – Snow White, The Kings, until 10 January, 2016 I have been aiming to add some more interesting West End Characters to the website for quite some time and particularly keen to include more women in this section. Thus I was delighted to meet up with Juliet Cadzow for a […]
Christmas Week at the GFT, 2015
The Apartment 29th December – 30 December, 2015 The Apartment is a 1960 American comedy-drama film that was produced and directed by Billy Wilder, and which stars Jack Lemmon and Shirley MacLaine. Buy tickets The Third Man 27 and 28 December, 2015 Carol Reed’s atmospheric thriller tells the story of Holly Martins (Joseph Cotten), an […]
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A Belter of A Cinderella Story Websters Theatre 3 December 2015 – 3 January, 2016
A Belter of A Cinderella Story Websters Theatre 3 December 2015 – 3 January, 2016 Insideout Productions are back with another fantastic family pantomime for 2015. Presented at Websters Theatre, 416 Great Western Road (at the junction with Park Road, just by Kelvinbridge Underground Station) A BELTER OF A CINDERELLA STORY by Paul Harper-Swan […]
Sunday, December 20, 2015 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Pantos and Christmas Shows in Glasgow, What's on in Glasgow: Theatre and Comedy
Rabbie Hood, Hamilton Accies, 20 December, 2015
Rabbie Hood 20 December, 2015 – 7 p.m. Hamilton Accies Vivace Theatre school senior actors presents Rabbie Hood! The charming Rabbie Hood returns back to Glesga his hometown only to find the evil Sheriff Rankbadyin has taken over! Rabbies gonna need all the help he can get! Come along and join us for a good […]
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Saturday, December 19, 2015 | Filed under: Kids and young people, Pantos and Christmas Shows in Glasgow, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
The Heavy Load Band, The Lucky Break, Clydebank Sunday 20 December, 2015
The Heavy Load Band The world famous lucky break the heavy load band appearing this sunday afternoon at the world famous lucky break Sunday 20 December, 2015 4 p.m. The Lucky Break, 26-30 Glasgow Rd, Clydebank, Dunbartonshire G81 1SE
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Picture House Pop Up Christmas Cinema, The Briggait 19 and 20 Dec, 2015
19 and 20 December, 2015 Winter Wonderland Picture House Pop Up The Briggait – Glasgow, Glasgow City G1 5HZ GB Picture House Pop Up welcomes all ages to immerse themselves in an enchanting, nostalgic and exclusive pop up cinema experience this Christmas. We bring you two days of your favourite Christmas flicks in the heart […]
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Friday, December 18, 2015 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Cinema, Kids and young people, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
When Harry Met Sally GFT 18 – 20 December, 2015
When Harry Met Sally Dec 18– 20 December, 2015 GFT Featuring career-best performances from Billy Crystal (as Harry) and Meg Ryan (as Sally), the film follows the friends over twelve years of chance encounters in New York City as they both search for love in all the wrong places. A touching and funny film that […]
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The Bishop’s Wife 19 – 23 December, 2015 GFT
Classic Christmas at GFT The Bishop’s Wife 19 – 23 December, 2015 GFT Raising funds for a new cathedral, Bishop Henry Brougham has his prayers for divine guidance answered in the form of a guardian angel named Dudley. When Dudley assumes the identity of a guest in their home over Christmas, Brougham’s life is turned […]
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Hector Fri 11-Sun 20 December, 2015 (Preview 9 Dec) GFT
Hector Fri 11-Sun 20 December, 2015 (Preview 9 Dec) GFT Each year Hector journeys from Scotland to London. This year however, he takes the path less travelled, reconnecting with his past and those he left behind – stirring up memories, resentments, regrets and a fresh hope for the future. A gentle and sympathetic look at […]
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Centre for Open Studies, University of Glasgow: Writing Fiction: the short story 12/o1/16 – 15.03.16
Writing fiction: the short story 12/01/16 – 15/03/16 Tuesdays 19.00 – 21.00 Tutor: Alan McMunnigall This course will focus on the discussion of students’ writing and will look at a range of approaches to the creation of fiction. Literary techniques will be examined in order for students to use them to develop their own […]
Push It: New Years Eve! The Old Hairdresser’s, 31 December, 2016
Thursday, December 31 at 9 PM – 2 AM The Old Hairdressers 20 – 28 Renfield Lane, G2 6PH Glasgow, United Kingdom Buy tickets: www.stereocafebar.com Push It: New Years Eve – drop your glasses, shake your asses, and get ready to bring in New Years EVE with a bang- cos we’re gonna blow […]
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From Page to Opera Stage: ‘The Devil Inside’ Prof Louise Welsh and Stuart MacRae Wednesday, 13 January 2016
From Page to Opera Stage: ‘The Devil Inside’ Prof Louise Welsh and Stuart MacRae Wednesday, 13 January 2016 from 17:30 to 19:30 Free Event Register online Seminar Rooms A&B Sir Charles Wilson Building, University Avenue, Glasgow G12 World Premier Event at the Theatre Royal From Page to Opera Stage: ‘The Devil Inside’ Prof Louise Welsh […]
Wednesday, December 16, 2015 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Relaxed Performance of Snow White 8 January, 2016 Kings Theatre
For the 2nd Year the King’s Theatre hosts aRelaxed Performanceof Snow White Friday 8 January 2016 at 11am Photo Credit – Ian WatsonBack Row – Conor Park (Linwood, aged 10), Jenny Paterson (NAS Director); Front Row – Des Clarke (Muddles), Joseph Bates (Erskine, aged 8), Jenny Hayley-Douglas (Snow White); Katie Muir (Paisley, aged 7) The National Autistic […]
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Celtic Routes: On The Fringe With Nova Scotia Folk Club Showcase, February 2, 2016
Celtic Routes: On The Fringe With Nova Scotia Folk Club Showcase Tuesday, February 2, 2016 at 8 PM – 11 PM Glasgow’s Grand Ole Opry NOVA SCOTIA FOLK CLUB presents: Celtic Routes On The Fringe CATERAN (Bill Hughes, Wullie Allan, Jack Fay, Michael Canavan, Willie Kerr, John Fitzgerald); Katee Kross; John Graham & Jim Jack; Michael Gaitens […]
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Scottish Opera: The Devil Inside, Theatre Royal Glasgow Tuesday 26 January, 2016
Scottish Opera: The Devil Inside, Theatre Royal Glasgow Co-commission & co-production with Music Theatre Wales Tuesday, 26 January, 2016 7.15 p.m. Buy ticket online WORLD PREMIERE A bottle with the power to grant your heart’s desires could be yours. Sounds appealing? There’s a catch. You can only sell it for less than you paid for […]
Tuesday, December 15, 2015 | 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
The Commitments, Theatre Royal, Glasgow Monday 12 – Saturday 30 December, 2016
MONDAY 12 – SATURDAY 30 DECEMBER 2016 The Commitments – review by Pat Byrne The Commitments The Theatre Royal Nearly thirty years since The Commitments first burst from the pages of Roddy Doyle’s best-selling novel, the world’s hardest working soul band will be touring the UK. Direct from a record-breaking residency at the Palace […]
Monday, December 14, 2015 | Filed under: What's on in Glasgow: Theatre and Comedy
Nova Scotia Folk Club Celebrates Hogmanay, Meet Me At The Corner, Milngavie 31 Dec 2015
Nova Scotia Folk Club Celebrates Hogmanay Thursday, December 31, 2015 7:30 PM – 1:00 AM 1 January, 2016 Meet me at the Corner House Party with entertainment being provided by some of the regular performers. Comedy sketches from Ann Graham, Alan Parker and Arnie Faichney and music spots by Steven Clark, Gavin Paterson, John Minelly, […]
Sunday, December 13, 2015 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Gig Guide plus Club Events, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Scottish Writers’ Centre Have Yourself a Literary Christmas, 22 December, 2015
Scottish Writers’ Centre Have Yourself a Literary Christmas Tue 22 December 2015 CCA 7pm, Free, Clubroom Ages 18+ Hosted by Robin Cairns. It’s that time of year again and we’re rocking the SWC Christmas Party with live readings from our members and guest host, Robin Cairns. Please join us, bring along something to read, perform, […]
Tinsel Tales, GoMA Thursday, December 17, 2015
Tinsel Tales Thursday, December 17, 2015 2 PM – 6 PM Gallery of Modern Art Created for Federation of Writers (Scotland) GoMA Library Glasgow Federation of Writers (Scotland) are holding our usual Christmas event at GoMA on 17 December.Slots and places fill up fast so please book early! To book yours anytime […]
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Project Ability Christmas Party Thursday, December 17, 2015
Project Ability Christmas Party Thursday, December 17, 2015 7 PM – 9 PM Project Ability Save the date! Our last fundraiser of the year is our Christmas party, on Thursday 17 December, 7pm-9.30pm! Join us for an evening of holiday fun, with music by DJ Tom Bevan (who used to work at Project Ability), party […]
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Class Acts 2015 Lillie Gallery, Milngavie
Class Acts 2015 Lillie Gallery Saturday 13 – Thursday 17 December, 2015 An exhibition of artworks by senior pupils highlighting a wealth of young, visual art talent from East Dunbartonshire’s eight Secondary Schools. Also until 19th December – Christmas Arts and Crafts Exhibition at the Lillie Gallery Exhibitions at the Lillie GalleryLillie Art GalleryStation RoadMilngavieGlasgowG62 […]
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Saturday, December 12, 2015 | Filed under: Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
DEBRA Christmas Film Screening and Afternoon Tea 13 Dec 2015
DEBRA Christmas Film Screening and Afternoon Tea The Holiday Sunday 13 December, 2015 The Blythswood Square Hotel Tickets are priced at £35pp and include a glass of fizz on arrival, afternoon tea, private cinema screening and popcorn. DEBRA is the national charity that looks after people with the horrific skin blistering condition Epidermolysis Bullosa (EB). […]
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Friday, December 11, 2015 | Filed under: Cinema, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, What's On Glasgow West End: cinema, clubs, theatre, music, events, festivals, community and more
Choose Life and The Bishop’s Wife Govanhill Baths 11 and 12 December, 2015
Choose Life and The Bishop’s Wife Govanhill Baths 11 and 12 December, 2015 Govanhill Theatre and Govanhill Young Theatre Makers A joint show featuring a short performance as a culmination of GYTMs series of workshops with young local people. Film – The Bishop’s Wife The 15 minute performance is followed at 7.30pm by Radio Theatre […]
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SQIFF: I Do? – Homotopia CCA Tuesday 15 December, 2015
SQIFF I Do?: Homotopia Tue 15 December 2015 7pm, £4 (£3 concessions) + £1 booking fee, Free to people who are unemployed or seeking asylum, Cinema CCA Ages 18+ Book online / 0141 352 4900 Yoshi falls in lust with someone he met in a park bathroom while reading Frantz Fanon’s Black Skin, White Masks. […]
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Peggy Guggenheim: Art Addict GFT 13 – 15 December, 2015
DocumentaryPeggy Guggenheim: Art Addict (15) GFT 13 – 15 December, 2015 Peggy Guggenheim’s life and loves are examined in this fascinating documentary from director Lisa Immordino Vreeland. One of the most prominent art collectors of the 20th century, Guggenheim helped kick-start the careers of artists such as Wassily Kandinsky, Jean Cocteau, Salvador Dali, Louise Nevelson, […]
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