Featured Events in Glasgow in December 2024 (May Updated)

Established in 1986 this gallery is an intimate Glasgow city centre space for art enthusiasts, collectors and first-time buyers to browse through an exciting collection of paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture by prominent 19th to 21st century British artists, Glasgow Girls & Boys, Scottish Masters, Modern British, St. Ives School and regular exhibitions of current Contemporary Scottish artists.

Established in 1986 this gallery is an intimate Glasgow city centre space for art enthusiasts, collectors and first-time buyers to browse through an exciting collection of paintings, drawings, prints and sculpture by prominent 19th to 21st century British artists, Glasgow Girls & Boys, Scottish Masters, Modern British, St. Ives School and regular exhibitions of current Contemporary Scottish artists.

This 2-day workshop is an introduction to Japanese papermaking and printmaking within a comfortable, professional artist studio in Glasgow. During this particular weekend workshop, Parade Artists will be hosting their Winter sale within the gallery space at Hanson Street, bringing a festive energy to those visiting the building. Pulp will also provide some seasonal treats for participants during the weekend course, so come and enjoy a fantastic learning experience with tutors Alison Newman and Elspeth Lamb and begin the Festive season. During the workshop itself, participants will process and use specialist Oriental plant fibres such as Kozo, Gampi and Mitsumata to make a lovely selection of papers in various sizes on the first day. An introduction to Japanese Mokuhanga printing will then unfold over the following day. Woodblocks will be carved and a small edition printed on Japanese papers using traditional cutting knives, Japanese inking brushes and barens (printing pads). Printing on beautiful Kozo paper, you will produce unique prints in the Japanese woodblock tradition. Demonstrations and samples of work will also be shown. Taught by expert printmaker / artist Elspeth Lamb in combination with Alison Newman @ PULP: Paper Arts Workshop. Both are experienced tutors and have visited and studied with masters in Japan. Limited spaces available and suitable for all levels. Dates: 30th November + 1st December 2024 Time: 10am - 4.30pm (clear up) Location: PULP, Wasps Factory, 77 Hanson St, Glasgow G31 2HF Cost: £155 Inclusive of all materials (Booking fee applies through Eventbrite ticket purchase) Information Source: PULP: Paper Arts Workshop | eventbrite

Established in 1982, Peckham’s is an institution in the heart of Hyndland. We are excited to announce the return of Peckham’s Comedy Club with varied acts, great food and plenty of laughs. We've finalised our events programme for the year and can’t wait to show you what we have in store. With great transport links nearby, you can find us no problem! So, what are you waiting for? Let’s get this show on the road... Information Source: Peckham’s of Hyndland | eventbrite

Experience the captivating world of poet Jeda Pearl at Creative Conversations in Glasgow. Delve into the intricate themes of belonging, disability, and womanhood in her debut collection, Time Cleaves Itself. Through a blend of ancestral languages and imaginative storytelling, Jeda Pearl challenges societal norms and embraces her Caribbean and Scottish heritage. Join this Scottish Jamaican writer on December 2, 2024, at the University Chapel for a live event that explores memory, empathy, and resilience. Immerse yourself in Jeda Pearl's lyrical observations and thought-provoking narratives, all delivered with a touch of defiance and tenderness. Admission is free, offering a unique opportunity to engage with the poetic brilliance of Jeda Pearl in person or online via Zoom with captioning available. Don't miss this chance to be part of a transformative literary experience.

This is the launch event for the Image and Text: Textual Editing and Visual Art exhibition (3rd-15th December 2024, open to all) curated by the Textual Editing Lab at the University of Glasgow. The exhibition will comprise artworks by Storm Greenwood, Jane Hyslop, Saul Pankhurst and Anna Chapman Parker. These artworks explore various dimensions of the intersection between text and image, and include illuminated manuscripts, works in book form, and film. The exhibition launch with drinks reception will take place 6-8pm on Monday 2nd December 2024, and feature short talks from each of the artists. Attendance is free but please sign up for catering purposes. For further information please email arts-textualeditinglab@glasgow.ac.uk Information Source: University of Glasgow | eventbrite

This is the launch event for the Textual Editing and Visual Art exhibition (3rd-15th December 2024, open to all) curated by the Textual Editing Lab at the University of Glasgow. The exhibition will comprise artworks by Storm Greenwood, Jane Hyslop, Saul Pankhurst and Anna Chapman Parker. These artworks explore various dimensions of the intersection between text and image, and include illuminated manuscripts, works in book form, and film. The exhibition launch with drinks reception will take place 6-8pm on Monday 2nd December 2024, and feature short talks from each of the artists. Attendance is free but please sign up for catering purposes. Information Source: University of Glasgow | eventbrite

Our Beginner's Drop-In Improv Workshop is the perfect opportunity to try doing improv for the first time in a supportive environment! Learn some of the basics of improvisation and get some practice being onstage and getting out of your comfort zone 6.30pm - 8pm Upstairs at The Old Hairdressers (Renfield Lane) £10 full price / £5 concession 2 free scholarship spots on every class This workshop must be booked in advance to attend Please arrive on time for the start of the workshop at 6.30pm Followed by a free improv jam 8.15-9.00 Attendees should be aware that the event will be happening in a room that is up two flights of stairs Email glasgowimprovtheatre@gmail.com or contact us through our socials if you have any questions @improvglasgow improvglasgow.co.uk Information Source: Glasgow Improv Theatre | eventbrite

Experience the fusion of text and image at the "Text and Image: Textual Editing and Visual Art - Exhibition Launch Event" in Glasgow. Hosted at the Advanced Research Centre (ARC) at the University of Glasgow, this enlightening event will take place on December 2, 2024. Immerse yourself in the creative atmosphere and explore the intricate relationship between textual editing and visual art. Admission is free, offering everyone the opportunity to engage with this unique showcase of artistic expression. Don't miss this captivating exhibition that promises to inspire and provoke thought.

Calling all local improvisers! Come along to this FREE improv jam to get some practice, stagetime, and those all-important reps in. A practice opportunity and a chance to meet and perform with new people you might not have had a chance to play with! Doors 8pm Jam 8.15pm to 9pm (after the Beginners Drop In Workshop) Upstairs at The Old Hairdressers (Renfield Lane) FREE! @improvglasgow facebook.com/improvglasgow twitter.com/improvglasgow instagram.com/improvglasgow improvglasgow.co.uk Information Source: Glasgow Improv Theatre | eventbrite

Watch two different improv teams improvise a comedy show on the spot! Featuring The Glasgow Improv Theatre's Brand New Harold teams! F.L.U.S.H. and Raintown! Doors 7pm Show 7.30pm Pay-What-You-Want The Old Hairdressers (Upstairs) Glasgow Harold Night is a monthly improv comedy show that has been running since 2016. Harold Night is on the first Tuesday of each month The Harold is a classic improv structure developed by Del Close and popularised at the Upright Citizens Brigade theatre in Los Angeles and New York, and Chicago's iO theatre. @improvglasgow www.improvglasgow.co.uk Information Source: Glasgow Improv Theatre | eventbrite