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10 Concerts & Shows in Glasgow 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. Royal Scottish National Orchestra
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5.0 based on 3 reviews
2. Watch Closely - An Evening of Magic
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5.0 based on 63 reviews
Scotland's "Close-up Magician of the Year" Billy Reid presents his 5-star show WATCH CLOSELY for your entertainment & wonderment. Hosted by The Bungo, the show takes place beneath the buzz of the bar in the vault, especially transformed into an intimate theatre space for the performance. Here you'll experience a spellbinding evening of sleight-of-hand magic & storytelling as the impossible unfolds inches from your eyes and even in your own hands! The show concludes with Reid's signature 'Caledonia' routine - the most beautiful card trick in the world. "Reid smoothly combines his illustrative & performance skills into a remarkable experience." - World Magic Review. *** Performances on: 12th June, 4th July, August 8th, Sept 4th, Oct 2nd, Nov 6th & Dec 4th. BOOK NOW! ***
Reviewed By 1965sophie
Fabulous evening last night. Billy is a very friendly guy, made everyone feel welcome and relaxed.By keeping the group small everyone can see the table but not see :) his magic skills, (my jokes aren't very good). Steven and I were mesmerised, captivated and in awe. I guess you can tell how much we enjoyed it. Mixture of fun, giggle etc I defy anyone who goes to the show not to be inspired by the skill and how Billy puts this over to his guests.
3. The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall
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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.
4. Citizens Theatre
5. Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre
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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!
6. King Tut's Wah-Wah Hut
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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.
7. Grand Ole Opry
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4.5 based on 83 reviews
Reviewed By 1969dawn
We had a fab night here, people were friendly, dancing was fun and the funniest of the whole night was the shootout! Hysterical, fab place to visit and bonus the drink is cheap!
8. Britannia Panopticon Music Hall
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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.
9. A Play a Pie and a Pint
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4.5 based on 284 reviews
Welcome to A Play, A Pie and A Pint at Òran Mór, the UK's most successful lunchtime theatre programme. Bringing you a new play every week (42 weeks of the year) running from Mondays to Saturdays at 1pm. Whether you are looking for something to do on your lunch break, socialise with friends or want to check out some original drama, come along for A Play, A Pie and A Pint.
Reviewed By scotishtravelbug - Glasgow, United Kingdom
We normally go to this panto every year in the Oranmor. It is very successful and you have to be quick to get tickets as all performances are sold out. The panto is excellent and great fun ~ adult humour and very irreverent. Will be back next year
10. The Stand Comedy Club
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4.5 based on 246 reviews
Reviewed By ScottishGrace - Glasgow, United Kingdom
A really great, rip roaring, belly aching laughter filled night. Fantastic MC, 4 brilliant acts on a Friday night is just a great night out for a birthday. Audience mickey-taking is absolutely hysterical, beware sitting in the front row though. Definitely going back and student son was introduced to comedy club and he's going back with some of his pals.
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