23rd January – 30th May 2009 Through this exhibition, you can explore the works of James McNeill Whistler; master of etching. The exhibition is drawn entirely from Glasgow University’s world-famous art collection. Although Whistler’s full output is richly represented, the exhibition is not only comprised of art. It also presents some of the artist’s working tools, copper…
9th June 2009: Taking place in Glasgow Green, Barnado’s Big Toddle is the UK’s biggest event for children under 5!
Discover what it’s like to be a time lord… Meet scary monsters that could scare the pants off you… And on top of that, take a close look at the costumes, props and special effects used in the world’s longest running science fiction show.
Until 31st March 2009 The exciting and terrifying Alien Wars set is back home in Glasgow, where it all began. Originally staged in 1992, this total reality experience is back in Glasgow, in The Arches. An alien spacecraft has been found in the basement. Are you brave enough to go along and investigate? For more information…
7th Feb – 4th May 2009 Ancient Greeks: Athletes, warriors and heroes is a major touring exhibition from the British Museum, and will be on display in The Burrell Collection from Feb-May 2009. The exhibition focuses on the theme of competition in the Ancient Greek world, expressed through sport, politics, drama and music. Ancient Greeks features one…
25th April 2009 – 3pm Owen and Olly put the ‘O’ into ‘Wow’ as we discover which instruments have the X Factor. Feel the tension build as the contestants battle it out with show-stopping performances as they showcase their unique talents. Which section of the Orchestra deserves to be in the running to become your…
23rd – 25th January Glasgow’s City Chambers will be illuminated with the story of Scotland’s favourite poet, Robert Burns, told in sound and light from Friday 23rd to Sunday 25th January. Over the weekend, artist Ross Ashton, famed for his outdoor building illumination, will tell the poet’s story in a wonderful sound and light presentation which…
Throughout 2009 In 2009, Scotland will host its first homecoming year in order to celebrate Scotland’s great contributions to the world. Such contributions include golf, whisky, technological and medical innovations, a rich ancestry and culture, and the work of Robert Burns whose 250th anniversary is in 2009. Homecoming Scotland will incorporate a year long programme…
1st January – 16th May 2009 View a selection of works of the ‘Glasgow Boys’ including George Henry, James Guthrie and John Lavery. The works on display highlight drawings and watercolours from the Hunterian collection, mainly belonging to the second half of the artists’ careers. This exhibition will be on display in the Hunterian Art…
25th October 2008, 3pm A time vortex has opened over Scotland but fortunately Alasdair “Time Lord” Malloy is on hand with his sonic screwdriver and some musical magic to help us travel safely through it. Prepare for an adventure through time and space with plenty of astral antics and audience participation along the way. Avoid…
13th September 2008 On Saturday the 13th of September, the 2008 Tour of Britain, Britain’s leading professional cycle race, will leave from Glasgow, before the final stage of the tour in Liverpool on Sunday the 14th. Cyclists will leave from Glasgow Green at 10.15am, and will cycle 153km south to Drumlanrig Castle in Dumfries and Galloway, taking…
13th September 2008 Get your picnic packed and get ready to celebrate the Last Night of the Proms in true Scottish style (with some waterproofs just in case of course…) Join the BBC Scottish Symphony Orchestra (BBCSSO) on the 13th of September, conducted by Robert Siegler, and the National Youth Choir of Scotland for this brilliant evening in…
If you’re looking for something to do with the kids this weekend, there’s loads on at the Glasgow Science Centre in their Easter Egg-Stravaganza. Bunnyland is absolutely brilliant for kids under 7 years (and everyone else too). Bunnyland is set in a big room in the Science Centre where the kids get to hunt for Easter eggs,…
Glasgow has won the right to host the Commonwealth Games in 2014. Michael Fennell, the president of the Commonwealth Games Federation (CGF), made the historic announcement on Friday 9th of November during the CGF General Assembly in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The news delighted many thousands of flag-waving supporters all over Glasgow on Friday, and many more…