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. The Thistle Gallery: Charismatic Catalonian artist Miquel Torner de Semir until 8th November, 2015
Thistle Gallery 56 Park Rd, Glasgow G4 9JF www.thistle-gallery.com/ Charismatic Catalonian artist Miquel Torner de Semir has nine of his extraordinary paintings currently in the Thistle Gallery in Park Road but for a limited two week run only until November 8th. His works are in numerous public collections in Spain including the Museum of the […]
Saturday, October 24, 2015 | Filed under: Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow
Cradle of Scotland, 3 September 2015 – 3 January 2016, The Hunterian
A major exhibition revealing new discoveries in Scottish archaeology will open at the Hunterian Art Gallery this September. Cradle of Scotland explores the results of 10 years work by the University of Glasgow’s Strathearn Environs and Royal Forteviot Project, known as SERF. Led by a team of archaeologists from the University, the project examines the […]
Read the full article: Cradle of Scotland, 3 September 2015 – 3 January 2016, The Hunterian
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Photography exhibition: ‘Ways We Watch Films in Africa’ The Old Hairdressers 23 October – 1 November, 2015
Photography exhibition: ‘Ways We Watch Films in Africa’ The Old Hairdressers 27 Renfield Ln, Glasgow G2 23 October – 1 November, 2015 Across Africa local film industries are flourishing, and as commercial and independent cinema spaces slowly begin to cater for African cinema, audiences have found a myriad of innovative ways to watch […]
Friday, October 23, 2015 | Filed under: Art, Photography, Exhibitions what's on-glasgow, Cinema
For Ailsa – Women in the Workplace, Monday 26 October, 2015 GFT
For Ailsa – Women in the WorkplaceN/C 12+ Monday 26 October 18:00 Professor Ailsa McKay, Glasgow Caledonian University, was a feminist economist who worked with others to evidence and articulate a radical economic model that recognises all work paid and unpaid. Ailsa died on the 5th March 2014. As part of the film, former First […]
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48 Hour Film Project GFT Wednesday 28–Thursday 29 October, 2015
48 Hour Film ProjectN/C 18+ GFT Wednesday 28–Thursday 29 October, 2015 8.15 p.m. The worldwide phenomenon that is The 48 Hour Film Project returns to Glasgow to celebrate its fifth birthday! Over the course of one weekend, teams of budding filmmakers will produce a series of all-new short films. These legendary screenings offer audiences the […]
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The Shining GFT Sunday 25 October, Tuesday 27 October, 2015
The Shining15 GFT Sunday 25 October, Tuesday 27 October, 2015 This Halloween, GFT brings back one of the greatest horror movies of all time: Stanley Kubrick’s masterpiece of psychological dread, The Shining. 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 […]
Read the full article: The Shining GFT Sunday 25 October, Tuesday 27 October, 2015
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Kill Your Friends GFT Friday 30 October, 2015
Kill Your FriendsN/C 18+ GFT Friday 30 October, 2015 8 p.m. When the road to success is littered with losers and even your closest colleagues are desperate for you to fail, what would you do to make it to the top? In 1997, the British music industry is on a winning streak – Britpop is […]
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Red Army GFT Friday 23–Sunday 25 October, 2015
Red Army15 GFT Friday 23–Sunday 25 October, 2015 Gabe Polsky’s hugely appealing documentary tells the story of Slava Fetisov, a legendary Russian ice hockey player who became a key figure in the intense rivalry between Soviet Russia and America and Canada. Fetisov paved the way for huge changes in the game, as communism gave way […]
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Listen to Me Marlon15 GFT Friday 23–Thursday 29 October, 2015
Listen to Me Marlon15 GFT Friday 23–Thursday 29 October, 2015 A fascinatingly original look at one of Hollywood’s most towering figures, the inimitable Marlon Brando. Innovatively utilising archive media and computer generated reconstructions, Brando’s story is told in his own words, reflecting on the demons that plagued him throughout his life. Less a straightforward biography […]
Read the full article: Listen to Me Marlon15 GFT Friday 23–Thursday 29 October, 2015
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The Program GFT Friday 16–Thursday 29 October, 2015
The Program15 GFT Friday 16–Thursday 29 October, 2015 When an Irish sports journalist becomes convinced that champion cyclist Lance Armstrong is using performance-enhancing substances to fuel his Tour de France victories, he begins hunting for evidence that will take down the legend. Stephen Frears (The Queen, Philomena, High Fidelity) tackles the now legendary case that […]
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The Lobster GFT Friday 16–Thursday 29 October, 2015
The Lobster15 GFT Friday 16–Thursday 29 October, 2015 The first English-language film by Dogtooth director Yorgos Lanthimos, The Lobster brings an all-star cast but retains the obscure explorations of humanity seen in the director’s previous work. Set in a dystopian future where single people are forced to The Hotel and must find a romantic partner […]
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Suffragette GFT Monday 12–Thursday 29 October, 2015
Suffragette12A GFT Monday 12–Thursday 29 October, 2015 At the turn of the century, British women suffered at the hands of the patriarchy – forbidden the right to vote and basic equality. This film tells the story of the select few who stood up to the social norm, working women who radicalised the status quo and […]
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Sweet Aerobics & The Scream Machine All Day Halloween Party! Saturday, October 31, 2015 Saturday Something
Sweet Aerobics & The Scream Machine All Day Halloween Perty! Saturday, October 31, 2015 Creatures of the day, unite…. at Saturday Something So, we want YOU to come down and get yer freak on for a day of silliness, smiles and games – The perfect warm up dance to get some positive halloween vibes flowing […]
| Filed under: Hallowe'en in Glasgow, Halloween in Glasgow 2015
Africa in Motion’s film screening of “Tar El-Layl – Narrow Frame of Midnight” Thurs, October 29, 2015 Rosemount Lifelong Learning
Africa in Motion’s film screening of “Tar El-Layl – Narrow Frame of Midnight” Part of Black History Month Thursday, October 29, 2015 at 8:30pm Rosemount Lifelong Learning Rosemount Lifelong Learning is hosting Africa in Motion’s film screening of “Tar El-Layl – Narrow Frame of Midnight” in partnership with Black History Month Scotland. Come […]
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Saturday Something: More than A Market! *Halloween Launch* Sat, Oct 31, 2015 10:00 – 4:00 On the Corner
Saturday, October 31, 2015 10:00 – 4:00 On the Corner Hello One and All! from On the Corner After many chats over many cups of Tea with our team, we have decided to revamp our what was formally Market on the Corner, to make way for something a bit more frequent in nature…. […]
Free Popcorn Horror Hallowe’en Film Party Queen Margaret Union 30 October 2015
The ultimate Halloween party at Queen Margaret Union 30th October 6 p.m. A FREE alternative to the traditional Glasgow Halloween nights. Bringing together all the best parts of Halloween, with host Lacy Rain (lacyrain.tumblr.com) kicking off the night with short film screenings. The films will showcase the best of indie horror, including the work […]
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The Hellfire Club Americana Hallowe’en, The Griffin Bar, 31 October, 2015
The Griffin Bar – 266 Bath St, Glasgow G2 4JP 8.30 p.m. Saturday 31 October, 2015 ‘To mark the return of The Hellfire Club to the Griffin, and on Halloween night too, we invite you to join us for a night celebrating the many American song writers that have been a focus of our previous […]
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Thursday, October 22, 2015 | Filed under: Gig Guide plus Club Events, Hallowe'en in Glasgow, Halloween in Glasgow 2015
Witches’ Sabbath. McChuills, Friday October, 30th, 2015
Witches’ Sabbath Hosted by Fanny Pelmet and the Bastard Suits Friday, October 30, 2015 7:30pm McChuills – kicking off Hallowe’en Weekender Kick off the McChuill’s Halloween Weekender with an enchanted evening; featuring The Creeping Ivies, Fanny Pelmet & The Bastard Suits and Di Curious plus very special guest DJs. Kosher Pickles Annual Halloween […]
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Milngavie Christmas Market, Town Hall, 19 November, 2015, 7 – 9 p.m.
Watch out for Janet and John – promoting Scottish creativity
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Reindeer Run 5k and Toddler Dash, Sense Scotland 13 December, 2015
Reindeer Run 5k & Toddler Dash Sunday, December 13. 2015 10:30am Bellahouston Park First Annual Reindeer Run. 5k entries get antlers and a goodie bag for all of their hard work. Toddler Dash open to kids on the day! Sponsorship Target: £50 Santa’s reindeer have to keep fit to be able to pull […]
Read the full article: Reindeer Run 5k and Toddler Dash, Sense Scotland 13 December, 2015
Wednesday, October 21, 2015 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Sport, Walks, Cycling in Glasgow
Southside Sessions Halloween Party Saturday, October 31, 2015 Lebowskis
Southside Sessions Halloween Party Saturday, October 31, 2015 8:30pm Lebowskis Pop Up Halloween 2015 with the Southside Sessions at this ace Southside music venue! Head through to the main stage area and enjoy live music from a range of local acts including Graeme Quinn, Roy Henderson, Barefoot Bren, Charly Houston, Heather Laughland, Howlin’ Radio and […]
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Win tickets to Country Living Christmas Fair Glasgow 2015
Pick the Perfect Present at the Country Living Christmas Fair Glasgow’s SECC 19 – 22 November, 2015 12 pairs of tickets to be won COMPETITION NOW CLOSED Come along to meet makers, designers, artisans and growers and discover unique gifts to delight your loved ones. You’ll also find inspirational ideas and beautiful decorations to bring […]
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Writers Block 22 October, 2015 The Rum Shack
Writers Block 22 October, 2015 The Rum Shack Glasgow657 – 659 Pollokshaws Road, Glasgow G41 2AB Created for The Rum Diaries Presents Showcasing new writing by new and established writers, performed by professional actors. We also welcome short film submissions from new and aspiring filmmakers. If you have a segment from a script […]
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Walk Of Champions FireWalk – Drumchapel Food Bank Sunday, 6 December 2015
Walk Of Champions FireWalk – Drumchapel Food Bank Sunday, 6 December 2015 from 15:30 to 19:00 (GMT) In conjunction with HeadStrong The Drumchapel Foodbank has teamed up with Headstrong to hold a Firewalk fundraising event for their Drumchapel Christmas drop in. ‘At Christmas our service provides each individual who attends our drop in with a […]
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Tuesday, October 20, 2015 | Filed under: Christmas in Glasgow, Events, Fairs, Festivals and Fundraisers, Food banks
The Smallest Show On Earth Theatre Royal, Glasgow Monday 26 – Saturday 31 October 2015
A New Musical Comedy with Music & Lyrics By Irving BerlinBy Special Arrangement With StudiocanalDirected By Thom SoutherlandStarring Liza Goddard & Brian Capron The Smallest Show On EarthTheatre Royal, Hope Street, GlasgowMonday 26 – Saturday 31 October 2015 Mercury Theatre Colchester, Brian Eastman and Christabel Albery present a new musical comedy based on the StudioCanal […]
| Filed under: What's on in Glasgow: Theatre and Comedy
The Word Factory, The Tron, Every Friday 1 p.m.
Regular creative writing workshop, where participants prepare material for a monthly open mic event, Word Play. The Tron Theatre Friday 23 October – Friday 4 December, 2015 1 p.m. – 3.30 p.m. Telephone: 0141 552 4267 WORD PLAY events are innovative spoken word opportunities working to a novel theme, where visiting musicians and performers find […]
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Cry at Midnight – Mavis Gulliver at the hub! The Language Hub Saturday, 24 October, 2015
Cry at Midnight – Mavis Gulliver at the hub! The Language Hub community interest company Saturday, 24 October, 2015 4:00pm – 5:00pm Islay based author Mavis Gulliver will be introducing her book ‘Cry at Midnight’, the first story of her ‘The Hagstone Chronicles’. Meet Mavis and the story which is set on the isle of […]
The Mexican Day of the Dead, The Mitchell, 2 November, 2015
The Mexican Day of the Dead ‘Courage in the Name of Freedom of Expression’ Hosted by: Journalist and Author: Jean Rafferty of Scottish PEN Monday, November 2nd 2015 @ 5:30 pm The Mitchell Library: The Mitchell Room, North St, Glasgow G3 7DN An Aye Write Event – Free to all Scottish PEN, in conjunction with […]
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Monday, October 19, 2015 | Filed under: Books, Talks, Poetry and Creative Writing Events
Road 29 Oct and 30 October, 2015 Websters Theatre
Road Performance Date: 29 Oct 2015 – 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm Websters TheatrePerformed by West College Scotland Final Year Students. Darkly comic, ROAD by Jim Cartwright is the brutal and gritty portrayal of working class life in a Lancashire town. It is 1987, Maggie Thatcher has just gained her third term in office as […]
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The Magic Cave of Salamanca, Websters Theatre, 23 October, 2015
Off World Productions bring their exciting new production of a choice selection of ’Interludes’ by Miguel Cervantes including ‘The Magic Cave of Salamanca. Best known and loved for Don Quixote, the ground-breaking comic precursor of the modern novel, Cervantes led an extraordinary life every bit as colourful as his works. Born the son of a […]
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