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Theatre, Glasgow

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A Play, A Pie & A Pint: Killing Brando
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Young prostitute Niamh imagines her life as though she was living as one of the heroines in her favourite movies. She meets Daniel with whom she starts a relationship but is he what she's looking for? The play, written by actress and playwright Alexis Zegerman, has already received a public reading at the Young Vic. Repeated on Wednesday night as A Dinner, A Drama and a Dram (£25, includes dinner).
29 Sep–4 Oct 12.30 Òran Mór, Glasgow
A Play, A Pie & A Pint: Speak The Speech
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New play by Alma Cullen, who has written Emmy-nominated and BAFTA-winning sctripts for 'Inspector Morse' and 'A Touch Of Frost'. Repeated on Wednesday night as A Dinner, A Drama and a Dram (£25, includes dinner).
8 Sep–13 Sep 12.30 Òran Mór, Glasgow
A Play, A Pie & A Pint: Sweet Home Balmaha
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New play about a has been Scottish rocker and his son, Elvis. By Tom Urie. Repeated on Wednesday night as A Dinner, A Drama and a Dram (£25, includes dinner).
15 Sep–20 Sep 12.30 Òran Mór, Glasgow
A Play, A Pie & A Pint: When Clarence Calls
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A new play from comedian Ford Kiernan of Chewin' The Fat and Still Game fame. Directed by Michael Hines, the play follows regular guy Tony Bailey as he journeys through life wondering when his angel is going to call. Repeated on Wednesday night as A Dinner, A Drama and a Dram (£25, includes dinner).
22 Sep–27 Sep 12.30 Òran Mór, Glasgow
Absurd Person Singular
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Alan Ayckbourn's hit comedy about the social climbing Hopcrofts.
8 Sep–13 Sep 7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Adrian Howells: Risk & Vulnerability
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Panel discussion on risk taking work across all performance disciplines. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
20 Sep 4.30 The Arches, Glasgow
An Evening with Sally Morgan
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Sally's psychic powers have been with her since she was nine months old, and she's now taking her wealth of psychic knowledge on tour.
25 Sep 7.30 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
The Angina Monologues
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Written by the Professor of Pharmacology (Strathclyde Institute of Biomedical Sciences) Robin Plevin as part of the Science Engagement project, this play focuses on the causes of cardiovascular disease, drug intervention and associated health issues. It is presented by Focus Theatre Company ahead of its 2009 spring tour. 'Part of the Merchant City Festival '.
26 Sep 7.30 Ramshorn Theatre, Glasgow
Arrow in the Eye
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Multimedia work in which a girl falls in love with a tiny chair, by current GSA MFA student Shelly Nadashi, better known as a visual artist. 'Part of Arches LIVE'
18 Sep 10.00 The Arches, Glasgow
Be Water
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A world where imagination meets reality in this collaborative piece mixing images, movement, drawing and music form Rosalind Masson, Vera Tussing, Andrew MacDonald and JS Rafaeli. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
23 Sep–26 Sep, not Thursdays 8.15 The Arches, Glasgow
Beyond The Barricade
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A selection of the best loved songs from shows such as 'Miss Saigon', 'Phantom of the Opera', 'Cats' and many more.
26 Sep 7.30 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
The Chain
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Described as a 'hidden performance' this show comprises of a random chain of slapstick blunders which trigger a domino effect and cause several disasters that go on and on. This unique and hilarious performance will be around the Merchant City and Festival Club. 'Part of the Merchant City Festival'.
26 Sep–28 Sep (Times vary) Various venues, Glasgow
The Chronicles of Irania
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One-woman show (starring former NTS Young Company member Maryam Hamdi and written by Catrin Evans of Petrified Paradise) set in a transfigured, mystical Iran. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'
18 Sep–20 Sep 9.00 The Arches, Glasgow
Colin Fry
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The phenomenal 'Sixth Sense' star uses his psychic gifts to wow his audience.
27 Oct 7.30 Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
Creative Martyrs
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An evening of cabaret satire featuring mime, song and sketches of a 1930's style. 'Part of the Merchant City Festival'.
26 Sep 8.00 Transeurope Cafe, Glasgow
Cria
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Megan Barker and Neil Docherty, the team behind last year's Traverse Fringe hit 'Pit', have created a dark, complex fusion of fantasy and realism that dances around the aftermath of the Spanish Civil War. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'
18 Sep–20 Sep 7.15 The Arches, Glasgow
Demises
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A series of playful predictions about how you're going to die. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
25 Sep 10.00 The Arches, Glasgow
Don Juan
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A new adaptation of Carlo Goldoni's original source text directed by Jeremy Raison and Maxine Braham. The Spanish legend of master seducer Don Juan has been interpreted by everyone from Mozart to Johnny Depp, but this 21st century version focuses on what happens when a woman refuses to succumb to his charms.
17 Sep–3 Oct, not Sundays, Mondays 7.30 (4 Oct 2.30 & 7.30) Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
Equal & Opposite
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Gary McNair's play examines the possibility of parallel universes. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
26 Sep–27 Sep 8.45 The Arches, Glasgow
Evita
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Brand new world tour of the political musical melodrama made even more famous by Madonna. Altogether now: 'Don't cry for me, Argentiiina!'
1 Sep–13 Sep, not Sundays 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
Fame
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Legwarmers at the ready, as the high-kickin' kids from the New York Academy of Performing Arts sing their bodies electric all over again. Oh, will you get 'down' off that taxi?
19 Jan 2009–24 Jan 2009 7.30; Fri 5.00 & 8.30; Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
Finding Nemo
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Disney and Pixar have conspired to bring the little fish who could to an ice arena near you.
12 Sep–21 Sep, not 15 Sep 7.00; Sat 12.00, 3.45 & 7.30; Sun 11.00am & 2.45 Braehead Arena, Glasgow
Foot Washing For the Sole
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Adrian Howells - out of drag - offers to wash your feet as theatre therapy in a one-on-one encounter. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'
18 Sep–20 Sep (Times vary) The Arches, Glasgow
For the Love of Mrs Brown
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The latest antics of the irrepressible Mrs Brown starring Brendan O'Carroll.
21 Oct–1 Nov 7.30–10.00 Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
Glasgay!
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Europe's largest queer multi-arts festival takes over Glasgow with comedy, music, film, theatre, visual art, performance art, literature, club nights, educational events and community arts projects. This year's line-up includes performance from Stephen Petronio Dance, Scotland's Theatre Cryptic; Pacitti Company, Simon Fischer Turner and Black Sifichi. There will be exhibitions from David Trullo and Gregor Laird, and comedy from the likes of Dilly Keane, Paul Sinha and Tim Fountain. This year…
1 Oct–9 Nov (Times vary) Various Venues, Glasgow
Glasgay! Launch Night
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This year Scotland's massive gay-oriented multi-arts festival has gone all 40s chic by incorporating the Tennessee Williams Festival and giving the playwright his dues. Start the festival with cocktails, canapes, music from R-P-Z's DJ Hushpuppy and sneak previews of the programme.
12 Sep 8.00 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
The Hair on My Head is Dead
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A series of performed installations by Ginger Cuinn. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
23 Sep–24 Sep The Arches, Glasgow
I Samba
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Julia Taudevin directs TamaRiki's first play about death, departure lounges and goldfish. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
23 Sep–24 Sep 9.00 The Arches, Glasgow
Idolon
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A mix of performance, video, projection and sound from visual artist Greg Grant and musician/writer Iain Campbell. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
26 Sep 6.30 & 8.00 The Arches, Glasgow
La Voix Humaine (The Human Voice)
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Theatrical installation originally created by Jean Cocteau but tailored to the unique qualities of the Arches - a mini-tragedy played out without actors. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
18 Sep–19 Sep 6.00 The Arches, Glasgow
Little Vikings Are Never Lost
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An original theatrical installation, inspired by sweeping Norwegian landscapes and contemporary Scandinavian music, where the audience inhabit an installed other-world. 'Part of Arches LIVE'
18 Sep–20 Sep 7.10 The Arches, Glasgow
Looking for Nessie
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Do you believe in Nessie? Maybe keeper of the loch Angus McGregor can help you spot him. Fun and laughter with Talking Heads puppets for ages 3+.
13 Sep 2.00 Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, Glasgow
Lost Property
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New theatre work about the missing object people leave behind them, by Sacha Kyle. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'
18 Sep–20 Sep 6.00, 6.30, 7.00, 8.00, 8.30 & 9.00 The Arches, Glasgow
The Men of Las Vegas
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A night Chippendale's style hot beefcake action.
29 Sep 7.30 Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
Merchant City Festival
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A lively four day programme featuring many events including exhibitions, plays, concerts and a street parade, centred on Glasgow's vibrant cultural quarter. The Festival showcases new talent alongside established names, promising something for everyone.
25 Sep–28 Sep (Times vary) Various venues, Glasgow
Noises Off
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Michael Frayn's highly frantic farce about the backstage antics of a second-rate company performing a highly frantic farce.
22 Sep–27 Sep 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
Oklahoma!
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Glasgow Light Opera Club presents one of Rodgers and Hammerstein's classic musicals featuring songs such as 'Oh What a Beautiful Morning' and 'People Will Say We're in Love'.
21 Oct–25 Oct 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
Oliver!
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The Apollo Players recreate Lionel Bart's grim satire of greed, poverty and corrupted innocence. With a company of over sixty adults, one hundred local children and a full professional orchestra, 'Oliver!' is packed with well known hits like 'Food, Glorious Food', 'I'd Do Anything' and many more.
18 Nov–22 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.00 & 7.30 Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
One Flew Over The Cuckoo's Nest
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Here is your chance to sit in on a rehearsal of the play by Dale Wasserman. Taken from the novel by Ken Kesey, the boisterous story of the lives of those in a Mental Ward has been transformed for the stage. An informal discussion with the director will follow. Book in advance. 'Part of the Merchant City Festival'.
27 Sep 2.00 Ramshorn Theatre, Glasgow
Parfait Etat De Marche
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Follow this unusual character as he walks, moves, shouts and generally entertains around the city in walkabout performance. 'Part of the Merchant City Festival'.
27 Sep–28 Sep 1.15 & 3.45 Various venues, Glasgow
The Past Drop
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One man show from Murray Wason looking at frustration, aggression and rage. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
23 Sep–24 Sep 7.00 The Arches, Glasgow
Quantum Physical
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A unique social networking experience, give your name, date and place of birth and your mobile number and you will receive a text message with 'further instructions (click on www.quantumphysical.org). 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
23 Sep–24 Sep 6.00 & 9.45 The Arches, Glasgow
Richard Alston Dance Company
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Expect an exhilarating evening of quick-fire choreography and uplifting music as Richard Alston returns.
20 Feb 7.30 Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Romeo and Juliet
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No less a company than the RSC takes on Shakespeare's hot-blooded classic, with a boldly theatrical new staging by acclaimed director Neil Bartlett.
28 Oct–1 Nov 7.30; Wed & Sat 2.30 & 7.30 Theatre Royal, Glasgow
Scratch Night
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Join well known and up-and-coming performers as they get ten minutes each to try out new ideas in front of an audience and seek feedback. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
25 Sep 7.30 The Arches, Glasgow
Singin' I'm Not a Billy He's a Tim
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Des Dillon's classic anti-sectarian play sees two Rangers and Celtic fans locked up together in a cell for the duration of an Old Firm match.
20 Sep–21 Sep 8.00 SECC, Glasgow
Six Acts of Love
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Ioanna Anderson's new play is set in Ireland and focuses on 55 year old Katherine whose life has landed her a few dramas. A tale of love, life and death, the play is warm, enlightening and humorous. This is a world premiere from Tron director Andy Arnold who looks set to use his previous success with 'The Drawer Boy 'to make this play a contemporary classic.
26 Sep–11 Oct, not Sundays, Mondays 7.30 (4 Oct 2.00 & 7.30) Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Six Acts of Love (Previews)
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Ioanna Anderson's new play is set in Ireland and focuses on 55 year old Katherine whose life has landed her a few dramas. A tale of love, life and death, the play is warm, enlightening and humorous. This is a world premiere from Tron director Andy Arnold who looks set to use his previous success with 'The Drawer Boy 'to make this play a contemporary classic. 'Part of the Merchant City Festival'.
26 Sep–27 Sep 7.30 Tron Theatre, Glasgow
Slava's Snowshow
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Melding hilarity and poignancy with stunning spectacle and fantastical images, this is an unmistakably unique, comedy masterpiece not to miss.
11 Nov–15 Nov 7.30; Thu & Sat 2.30 King's Theatre, Glasgow
A Slice of Salvation
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Horror and absurdity from Molly & Me as bizarre stories are played out through song and dance. 'Part of Arches LIVE!'.
26 Sep–27 Sep 9.45 The Arches, Glasgow

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