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10 Concerts & Shows in City Centre That You Shouldn't Miss
As Scotland’s largest city, Glasgow is famed for its culture, shopping and people. Spend your day exploring a wide range of fascinating free museums and galleries, enjoying the UK’s best shopping outside of London, and taking advantage of tips from friendly local people on the city’s hidden gems — then choose from 130+ weekly musical events for a special night out. Glasgow is also the perfect base for exploring more of Scotland, with great connections to the Highlands and the islands.
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1. The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 798 reviews
Most of the city's major musical performances and operas are held here.
Reviewed By LinguiJosh - Gosport, United Kingdom
I came here from Edinburgh on 3rd February for the Boyzlife (support 'Katie Kittermaster') concert, and was immediately welcomed into the venue. The front of house usher was very friendly, directing me where to go and ensuring that I was aware of anything necessary. They made all the adjustments for others that you could possibly ask for, and were accommodating. During the concert itself, the staff were very lenient but firm when they needed to be (and given the type of concert that it was, unlike many others), this is something I imagine they needed to take into consideration greatly. Presentation-wise, it's clear that they care greatly; the toilets were spotless, the venue itself was immaculate, and they made good use of the function room afterwards for the merchandise stalls. I had absolutely no issues here, and was happy with the service I received.
2. Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 377 reviews
Hundreds of carved figures and pieces of old scrap perform an incredible choreography to haunting music and synchronised light, telling the funny and tragic stories of the human spirit as it struggles against the relentless circles of life and death. Audiences in many countries have been fascinated by its magic. In Glasgow it has gained a reputation as one of the city’s hidden treasures. Very gripping theatre. - The Times Unforgettable experience. - The Herald An icon-painter for our times. - Scotsman For SEASONAL TIMETABLE OF SHOWS please visit our website. Special / group shows out-with the opening hours can also be booked via the website. For ticket prices and TO BOOK TICKETS please visit our website. Advance booking is highly recommended.
Reviewed By sofiasW5271KN
A truly unforgettable cultural experience: the pieces are rich with symbolism and the accompaniment of music, lights and movement turned it into a performance that was both touching and entertaining. The gallery manager was enthusiastic and informative in his explanations on the art pieces; and he was attentive and professional in regards to all the measures put in place for Covid-19 safety. I would definitely recommend Sharmanka to anyone looking for a cultural experience in Glasgow!
3. King Tut's Wah-Wah Hut
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 154 reviews
Reviewed By jackmorris93 - Bromsgrove, United Kingdom
Filmed with Liam Gallagher here for his most recent video. If you are into music then you should be into King Tut's! great atmosphere, great aesthetically and a lovely beer! Everyone has stopped here at some point so get down there and check it out.
4. Britannia Panopticon Music Hall
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 105 reviews
Britannia Panopticon is the worlds oldest surviving music hall. It opened in 1857 above a pub called the Britannia Vaults and it served the working classes who made Glasgow the Industrial Capital of the World. For over 80 years Britannia entertained, and in addition to being a music hall, the building also accommodated early cinema, wax works, carnival amusements, freak show and basement zoo. Famous debut performances include Stan Laurel in 1906 and Jack Buchanan in 1911. Open Tuesday-Saturday noon-5pm (unless a show is programmed) for general viewing. Britannia Panopticon is also open for music hall shows, silent movie and Laurel & Hardy film nights, marts, festivals and other events. Admission is generally free (we charge to get out). Please donate when you visit to help us raise money to conserve this wonderful historic survivor from the heyday of music hall and early cinema. Britannia Panopticon is also available for private hire (conditions apply).
Reviewed By hairdy - Preston, United Kingdom
A must visit if you are in the Trongate area, step off the street into another time, very interesting history, volunteers are really passionate and quite rightly so.
5. Royal Conservatoire of Scotland
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 27 reviews
The Royal Conservatoire of Scotland is proud to be one of Scotland's busiest performing arts venues, facilitating more than 500 performances every year in Drama, Musical Theatre, Dance and Music. Our busy Box Office issues over 52,000 tickets annually.
6. Tron Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 70 reviews
Tron Theatre is an internationally respected and critically acclaimed venue. With an emphasis on Scottish, UK and world premieres, and a mixed bill of new writing and re-workings of established texts, Tron Theatre is the place to experience new theatre first.
Reviewed By mariey0da - Glasgow, United Kingdom
Saw this play tonight-story and cast fantastic. Lovely small intimate theatre with bags of character and atmosphere. Highly recommend a visit.
7. Old Fruitmarket
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 52 reviews
Reviewed By JoanneMcT - Darlington, United Kingdom
My husband got me tickets for Brittany Howard at The Old Fruitmarket in Glasgow so we could make it a weekend trip and what a place to go for a gig! You walk in the doors of what looks like a modern civic centre then through a door into an old wooden auditorium made from old fruit market stalls, it looks amazing and the acoustics for Brittany's voice was just amazing! Loved it and I would put it up there with Barrowlands for one of the top places for gigs!
8. Scottish Youth Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Scottish Youth Theatre - giving young people in Scotland the opportunity to explore and to reach their creative potential through a quality theatre arts experience.Using the youth theatre/drama process to develop not only creativity and performance skills but also transferable skills in participants, Scottish Youth Theatre puts particular emphasis on each individual's personal & social development
9. The Blue Arrow
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By sisterraysaid
Went to see Arun Gosh during the Glasgow Jazz Festival and was blown away by the care and attention put into creating this venue. Decor and ambience tasteful with a slight jazz decadence feel. The staff are most attentive. The sound system is first rate. It was cash only on our list which is worth being aware of as there are often queues for free ATM's in Sauchiehall street. We will be back to see some local talent.
10. Enterteasement
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Monthly comedy, magic, burlesque show featuring 'As Seen On TV' comedians, international burlesque acts and award winning magicians. Perfect if you're looking for a good night out that's a little different. Show on the second Saturday of the month.
Reviewed By NJMacEwan - Glasgow, United Kingdom
My husband & I first went to Enterteasement around 7 years ago & have been back most months since then. The night is a great mix of magic, comedy & burlesque and for around the same price as a cinema ticket, you get an fantastic evening that is different every time plus the chance to win amazing prices at the raffle. The staff are all lovely - they give the night such a friendly & welcoming atmosphere. No wonder we (and several others) keep going back. If you’re in Glasgow the 2nd Saturday of the month, come along & see for yourself. You won’t regret it.
