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Glasgow, this weekend

Found 129 performances of 128 events.
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Saturday 18 October
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Glasgay! Europe's largest queer multi-arts festival takes over Glasgow with comedy, music, film, theatre… Various Venues, Glasgow
HOME Exhibition An exhibition by a furniture design, restoration and recycling project from the Gorbals. 'Part of… Tron Theatre, Glasgow
No Age, Los Campesinos and Times New Viking Punk and power pop from an LA band influenced by both Crass and Squeeze, which sounds very healthy… Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow
Jamie Barnes & Cochise, Staid As Quo and The Fakes Blues veteran and band, plus Status Quo tribute (we presume). Rockers, Glasgow
Kids @ Citz Weekly drama classes in confidence building, improvisation, storytelling and role-play that come… Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
Bridging the Gap As part of the multi-arts event in The Platform the Positive Mental Attitudes Creative Writing… Platform, Glasgow
Document 6 The International Human Rights Documentary Film Festival returns with another strong programme of… CCA, Glasgow
Gymnastics Grand Prix The top gymnasts from around the world converge on Glasgow's Kelvin Hall for a weekend of athletic… Kelvin Hall International Sports Arena, Glasgow
The Tracks and The Dirty Demographic Powerpop from The Dirty Demographic. Classic Grand, Glasgow
9:00am–2:00pm Queen's Park Farmers' Market Local produce, from local people. Queen's Park, Glasgow
9:00am–5:30pm Helen Nunn An exhibition of the artist's illustrations. 'Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts & Film… Platform, Glasgow
9:00am–5:30pm Inside Out Platform's huge windows will be given a stained glass effect by members of the Positive Mental… Platform, Glasgow
9:00am–10:00pm Paddy Shanks Paintings A series of oil and acrylic paintings by this Glasgow-based artist. Offshore Gallery, Glasgow
9:30am–5:00pm Weird and Wonderful The Hunterian collection contains over a million objects many of which are world famous. There are… Hunterian Museum, Glasgow
9:30am–5:00pm Lord Kelvin: Revolutionary Scientist This permanent display is based around the life and work of Lord Kelvin. An exciting mix of… Hunterian Museum, Glasgow
9:30am–5:00pm Boucher and Chardin: Masters of Modern Manners This exhibition focuses on Jean Siméon Chardin's 'Lady Taking Tea' and François Boucher's 'Madame… Hunterian Museum, Glasgow
10:00am–2:00pm Art Trek Retrospective Project Ability and the GSA present an exhibition of the Art Trek artists' last decade's worth of… The Glasgow School of Art, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm Lives in Motion An exhibition co-ordinated by the Research Centre for Museums and Galleries, University of… Museum of Transport, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm Robert Heindel: Encore Original works by the artist who worked with British ballet over the past three decades, some of… Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm My Africa, My Glasgow The culmination of six months of Afr-I-can workshops, this exhibition celebrates African culture… Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm Jo Spence Retrospective of the hugely influential British photographer (1934-92), comprising her… Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm Colours of the Silk Road: Suzani embroideries from Uzbekistan A display of fine embroidered wall hangings from Uzbekistan and an insight into the lives of their… Burrell Collection, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm Life After Iraq Joint exhibition by award-winning photojournalist Angela Catlin and writer Billy Briggs, who… St Mungo Museum of Religious Life and Art, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm Altered Images An exhibition by 12 adult students taking inspiration from the Jim Lambie exhibition 'Forever… Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm Gadburn School A display of clay project work created by pupils at Gadburn School, as part of the Sense over… Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
10:00am–5:00pm Uncovering Industry: The M74 Dig An exhibit of the finds by those archaeologists who have been exploring sites along the route of… Scotland Street School Museum, Glasgow
10:00am–5:30pm Tom Sander: The Happening Life Printworks inspired by sculptural installation works. Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
10:00am–5:30pm Ian Elliot Solo Show A new collection of Scottish landscapes by a scotlandart.com gallery favourite. scotlandart.com, Glasgow
10:00am–5:30pm Alasdair Gray: Works in Print Art works produced by the prolific writer. Glasgow Print Studio, Glasgow
10:00am–0:00am Upwards Into the Depths Exhibition from Swedish photographer Tor Jonsson. The Arches, Glasgow
10:30am–1:00pm Saturday Art Club Art activities run by a different art educator each week relating to the art on display with… Gallery of Modern Art, Glasgow
10:30am–5:00pm The Lighthouse Architecture Series: Gareth Hoskins Architects The first in a five-year programme of exhibitions celebrating architectural talent emerging on the… The Lighthouse, Glasgow
11:00am Penguin Storytime Stories followed by crafts all to do with those loveable, waddling, tuxedo-wearing, flightless… Borders Books, Glasgow
11:00am–4:30pm Hillside Quilters Bi-Annual Exhibition A selection of quilting craftwork will be on display in the Coach House at Greenbank. Greenbank Garden, Glasgow
11:00am–5:00pm Plastic Pastorals Gregor Laird, founder of Edinburgh's queer clubs Disko Bloodbath and Heroes, displays countryside… Q! Gallery, Glasgow
11:00am–5:00pm Alex Frost: Compassion Fatigue The London-born and Glasgow-based artist displays some of his sculpture and mixed media work in… Sorcha Dallas, Glasgow
11:00am–5:00pm Group Show Group show of five Glasgow based artists: Michael Kent, Kendall Koppe, Ariki Porteous, Darren… Transmission Gallery, Glasgow
11:00am–6:00pm CALQ Residency: Martine H. Crispo The sound artist takes up residency at the CCA with an installation concentrating on the sounds… CCA, Glasgow
11:00am–6:00pm Autoconstruccion Mexican artist Abraham Cruzvillegas charts the evolution of his sculptural practice. CCA, Glasgow
11:30am–5:30pm Wee Gems A collection of small paintings by regular gallery artists. Gatehouse Gallery, Glasgow
12:00pm–3:00pm Writers' Mind Discussions chaired by Professor Willy Maley by writers who have used the theme of mental health… Mitchell Library, Glasgow
12:00pm–3:00pm Drawing on Africa A Black History Month and The Big Draw event to explore Africa through art and use printing… People's Palace & Winter Gardens, Glasgow
12:00pm–5:00pm Monika Sosnowska New sculptural works by the Polish artist. The Modern Institute, Glasgow
12:00pm–5:00pm Fly: Suzanne Chong A collection of oil paintings which comment on the concept of female identity in society. Ricefield Gallery, Glasgow
12:00pm–5:00pm Matthew Smith New work from the London-based artist following exhibitions at home, in Paris and in New York. Mary Mary, Glasgow
12:00pm–5:00pm Jerwood Photography Awards 2008 Together with the magazine portfolio, Street Level Photoworks presents the works of the five… Street Level Photo Works, Glasgow
12:00pm–6:00pm Coincidence & Necessity Curated by Kai Schupke of Metro Gallery, Berlin, this is a display of film, new media and… Market Gallery Market Gallery, Glasgow
12:00pm–6:00pm The Front Row An exhibition on couture fashion with work from illustrators and fashion designers inspired by… Recoat, Glasgow
12:00pm–6:00pm DUNK! Through the Looking Glass World premiere of a mixed media group show by Danish artist-run exhibition space DUNK!… +44 141 at SWG3, Glasgow
12:30pm A Play, A Pie & A Pint: Videotape Inspired by the Radiohead track of the same name, Oliver Emmanuel's 'Videotape' is a short play… Òran Mór, Glasgow
1:00pm Kelvingrove Organ Recitals Free lunchtime organ recitals every day by different organists. Kelvingrove Art Gallery & Museum, Glasgow
1:00pm Royal London Watches Grand Prix Snooker Semi finals and finals of the snooker championships. SECC, Glasgow
1:30pm–3:30pm Keep Young and Beautiful Find out how to make creams and gifts from natural materials. Please book in advance as spaces are… Glasgow Botanic Gardens, Glasgow
2:00pm The Lighthouse Keeper A clown tale for ages 3+, which sees loveable fool, Oscar, going round the twist as a lighthouse… Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre, Glasgow
2:00pm Electron Club Open Day The Electron Club is a voluntary-run space where people interested in open source software… CCA, Glasgow
2:00pm–5:00pm George Penman Jazzmen George Penman is a bassist and bandleader standing up for traditional jazz in Scotland. King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow
2:15pm Scottish Opera: The Secret Marriage Domenico Cimarosa's Italian operatic comedy about Geronimo and his two daughters, both of whom he… Theatre Royal, Glasgow
2:30pm Can't Smile Without You A new Barry Manilow musical starring 'all' of his hit songs. Ex-popstar Chesney Hawkes steps into… King's Theatre, Glasgow
2:30pm Mother of all the Peoples Mike Gibb's play returns telling the remarkable story of Mary Slessor's journey from the slums of… Mitchell Theatre, Glasgow
3:00pm–6:00pm Marco Cafolla Quartet Modern jazz and funk. Brel, Glasgow
4:30pm Abba The Show Tribute to the mighty Swedes. SECC: Clyde Auditorium, Glasgow
5:00pm–8:00pm The Michael Deans Quintet Quintet led by tenor saxophonist Deans, playing a modern blend of bebop, jazz and funk. Bloc+, Glasgow
5:00pm–3:00am This Is . . . James Lithgow and Max Asante playing funky indie. Common, Glasgow
6:00pm The LaFontaines, The Down & Outs, The Blue Rozes, The Deals, The Mode, Playtone and The Shakes Next Big Thing showcase of unsigned bands, with line-up completed by Sneaky Pete and Someones Son. Carling Academy, Glasgow
7:00pm Royal London Watches Grand Prix Snooker SECC, Glasgow
7:00pm Funeral for a Friend Over-14s show. Increasingly mainstream rocking from nice Welsh emo lads who are popular with the… ABC, Glasgow
7:00pm Bring Me the Horizon, The Legacy, Deez Nuts and Dead Swans Over-14s show. Punk metal quintet from Sheffield who won 'Kerrang''s Best British Newcomer Award… The Garage, Glasgow
7:00pm Nearly Dan A tribute band covering Steely Dans' hits note for note. The Arches, Glasgow
7:00pm Young States Over-14s show. Local indie rockers with Glaswegian twang. ABC2, Glasgow
7:00pm Lahannya Anglo-German industrial goth rock four-piece. Soundhaus, Glasgow
7:00pm Jenny Lewis Over-14s show. Lewis is better known as the singer with alt.country outfit Rilo Kiley, who are big… Queen Margaret Union, Glasgow
7:30pm Any Color Black, The Amazing Rolo and Epic 26 Electro sleaze rock duo from Glasgow play live at this intriguingly-titled Touch Me In The Buff… The Buff Club, Glasgow
7:30pm Creative Martyrs An evening of cabaret satire featuring mime, song and sketches of a 1930's style. Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, Glasgow
7:30pm Mother of all the Peoples Mitchell Theatre, Glasgow
7:30pm Can't Smile Without You King's Theatre, Glasgow
7:30pm Reflections on the River Five new short plays written and performed by the Citizens' YOUNG Co working with professional… Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow
7:30pm To Kill a Kelpie A new play by Matthew Smith that focuses on two men talking to the children they used to be about… Studio at Q! Gallery, Glasgow
7:30pm Punch & the Apostles Blues, funk, punk and jazz influences from this band. Stereo, Glasgow
7:30pm Jongleurs Comedy Club Alex Boardman, Al Pitcher and Geoff Boyz are the weekend's entertainment of choice. The ticket… Jongleurs, Glasgow
7:30pm Royal Scottish National Orchestra: The Great Concertos Stéphane Denève, aided by pianist Steven Osborne, conducts Berlioz ('Roman Carnival Overture')… Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, Glasgow
7:30pm The Lesson Benchtours presents Eugene Ionesco's absurdist play about an intense professor, a sparky young… Tron Theatre, Glasgow
7:30pm Jane McDonald Light entertainment chanteuse presents an evening of music and laughter. Pavilion Theatre, Glasgow
7:30pm One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest Dale Wasserman's adaptation of Ken Kesey's classic novel. 'Part of the Scottish Mental Health Arts… Ramshorn Theatre, Glasgow
7:30pm Come on Gang!, Vendor Defender, The Soviets and The Mixups Touted Edinburgh trio headline. Nice'n'Sleazy, Glasgow
8:00pm Casta Divas with Lev Atlas and Stephen Adam The critically acclaimed Casta Divas perform a programme of vocal works with Russian violinist Lev… Adelaide's, Glasgow
8:00pm Electrolite, The Oco, Muddy Face, The Streetlight Conspiracy and Zoobizaretta Wailing guitar, hard beats and meandering melodies from the headliners. Box, Glasgow
8:00pm Abba The Show SECC: Clyde Auditorium, Glasgow
8:00pm Vulture Speak Minimalist psych folk sounds. Tchai-Ovna House of Tea, Glasgow
8:00pm Tigers on Vaseline and Alex Harvey Tribute Tribute to Bowie and the late Alex H. The Hold (under Admiral Bar), Glasgow
8:00pm After Dark The folk from Huntley and Palmer's Audio Club and Wrong Island get together to curate a new… Stereo, Glasgow
8:00pm Moishe's Bagel Jazz inflected klezmer and Balkan dance music. Òran Mór, Glasgow
8:00pm Elysian Fields: The Life and Curious Death of Tennessee Williams A new play by Derek McLuckie about Tennessee Williams in his dotage - old, lonely, drink addled… The Arches, Glasgow
8:30pm Hot Club De Paris, Sky Larkin and Copy Haho Offbeat Scouse combo who like to 'drop it till it pops'. With support from grungey indie sorts… King Tut's Wah Wah Hut, Glasgow
8:30pm Dinny Cinematic electronica from this singer/songwriter, influenced by kd lang and Annie Lennox. Art de Caf, Glasgow
8:30pm–3:00am Salsa in the Buff Hosted by Academia de Salsa, who pull in a decidedly salsa dancing crowd, this sexy club night… The Buff, Glasgow
9:00pm Cancer Bats Mix of hardcore, punk and southern metal from Cancer Bats, playing their second gig of the night… Barfly, Glasgow
9:00pm The Stand Susan Morrison hosts a very genial line-up for the weekend, with acts such as Rob Deering, Nick… The Stand, Glasgow
9:00pm Over the Wall, Barn Owl and Kaput Electro pop duo who add kazoos, mandolins, hurdy gurdys and cowbells to the mix, supported by the… The 13th Note Café/Bar, Glasgow
9:00pm–2:00am Bunker Saturdays Toast drops indie bits, rock picks and student anthems. 4 Oct is a special Dirty Pretty Things… Bunker, Glasgow
9:00pm–3:00am Hanoi Rocks DJs Joe Smith and Craig Wilson play indie from past and present to a discerning music crowd. Firewater, Glasgow

Found 129 performances of 128 events.
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