Theatre Events in Glasgow in May 2024
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Events in Glasgow
Wheels Of Life
Wheels of Life at Sharmanka Kinetic Theatre is a special show which features some of the earliest and most exquisite work created by Eduard Bersudsky in Russia.
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Drag-Opticon
Drag-Opticon is the monthly live drag show at the Britannia Panopticon which showcases the best of the Glasgow Drag scene!
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A Play, A Pie and A Pint Spring Season
A Play, A Pie and A Pint's fabulous Spring Season features 18 wonderful new plays which will shine a spotlight emerging writers, many of whom have never written for them before!
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Enterteasement: Comedy! Magic! Burlesque!
Enterteasement's Comedy! Magic! Burlesque! show, featuring comedians, international burlesque acts and award winning magicians, is coming to August House!
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Step Right Up
Step Right Up continues the rich tradition of variety shows at the Britannia Panopticon Music Hall with a deliciously diverse regular show!
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Rock, Paper, Scissors
Following on from their sell our shows in 2023, the Tandem Writers are back with a series of three individual 45-minute play readings expanding on their previous stories!
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Sister Act
Brace yourselves Sisters! The Broadway and UK smash-hit musical Sister Act is returning to the King's Theatre Glasgow in 2024!
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Unfortunate: The Musical Parody
Fresh from complete sell out runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and around the UK comes this critically acclaimed hit parody musical! Unfortunate is coming to Glasgow and things are gonna get wet!
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Fields of Performance: Paradise (Lost)
Enjoy ground-breaking new theatre as part of a brand–new festival from final–year Contemporary Performance Practice students at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
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An Evening With James Cosmo
Step into the captivating world of film and television with an evening featuring the esteemed actor, James Cosmo at the Glasgow Royal Concert Hall!
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Fields of Performance: Two Cowboys and The Sky
Two Cowboys and The Sky is a physical theatre performance for young audiences, aged 3-6, featuring live music and improvisation!
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Based on a little known Grimm's fairy tale, this new musical tells the story of one poor boy's journey through life with Death as his Godfather.
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I Hope Your Flowers Bloom, Raymond Wilson's semi-autobiographical show and a hit of the 2023 Fringe, comes to the Tron Theatre in May!
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Maggie & Me
Maggie & Me, Damian Barr's award-winning and darkly witty memoir about growing up gay in Thatcher's Britain comes to the Tron Theatre in May!
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Scottish Opera - La Traviata
This beloved production, which began life at Scottish Opera in 2008, has been seen at opera houses around the world! Don't miss La Traviata when it returns to Glasgow in May!
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Fields of Performance: All the world’s a stage
Enjoy ground-breaking new theatre as part of a brand–new festival from final–year Contemporary Performance Practice students at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
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Fields of Performance: Guess What
Enjoy ground-breaking new theatre as part of a brand–new festival from final–year Contemporary Performance Practice students at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
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Fields of Performance: In an upstairs room
Enjoy ground-breaking new theatre as part of a brand new festival from final year Contemporary Performance Practice students at Royal Conservatoire of Scotland.
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Mmus Opera Scenes
Students on Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's MMus Opera programme perform various scenes from a range of eclectic operas!
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Blues and Burlesque
Following sell-out runs in Edinburgh, Perth and Adelaide, the award-winning live music cabaret show Blues and Burlesque comes to 18 Candleriggs on Friday 10th May!
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Chaka - The Music Of Chaka Khan
Don't miss this exhilarating music show celebrating one of the world's most gifted music icons and multi-grammy award winner, Chaka Khan at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Friday 10th May!
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Irvine Welsh’s PORNO
The sequel to Trainspotting, Irvine Welsh's PORNO returns to The King's Theatre Glasgow in May following a sold-out run in London's West End!
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A Pint & Two Shots Live!
Join Two Doors Down star Grado, River City’s Stephen Purdon & Chris Toal of Scot Squad and Queen of the New Year as they bring their smash hit podcast live to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
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Europe Day: Celebrate the Rich Tapestry of European Culture in Glasgow!
Whether you are a culture enthusiast, a family looking for a fun outing, or simply curious about the diverse flavours of Europe, this event is for you!
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Students on Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's MMus Opera programme perform various scenes from a range of eclectic operas.
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Julian Clary - Fistful of Clary
Julian Clary, renowned homosexual and national trinket, is fixing to saddle up and head on out for his 2024 UK tour and you can catch him at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Sunday 12th May!
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Everybody’s Talking About Jamie
The smash-hit and critically acclaimed musical Everybody's Talking About Jamie returns to Glasgow in 2024, don't miss it at the King's Theatre in May!
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Boasting an impressive, worldwide celebrity client list, Stuart Michael - Psychic Medium brings his quick-witted humour, sensitivity, and compassion to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
READ MOREThe Bar at the Edge of Time
The Bar at the Edge of Time is a multi-sensory spectacular for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities.
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Modern Ballet Annual Performance
Be swept away by Royal Conservatoire of Scotland's BA Modern Ballet students as they take to the New Athenaeum stage for their annual dance showcase!
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New Year, New Work - A Night of New Music & Theatre
After a twice sold out event back in January, Wonder Fools are excited to announce the return of New Year, New Work for another night of exciting new music and theatre!
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Thank You For The Music
Smash-hit tribute show, Thank You For The Music, brings all of ABBA's No. 1 hits to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in a production like no other!
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Dead Girls Rising
Dead Girls Rising is a furious coming-of-age punk cabaret show about trying to survive in a violent patriarchy, our deepest fears, and how we seek to control them.
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That'll Be The Day returns to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow for another momentous celebration of the most iconic moments in music and comedy from the 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s!
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The Fallen
Based on true events, The Fallen at Websters Theatre explores the stories of lives that were changed forever when unmarried mothers were forced to give their babies away for adoption.
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The Murder Trial Live
Take part in a live jury experience produced by real barristers based on a true story when the Murder Trial Live comes to Glasgow!
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Cirque - The Greatest Show
Cirque, the award-winning, smash-hit circus musical that is fun for all the family, will return to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th May!
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King & Caboodle Cabaret: Queertures Of The Night
On Saturday May 18th, cross over into an alternate dimension full of bonkers beasts - that's right, the Southside of Glasgow, for the special King & Caboodle Cabaret 'Queertures Of The Night' edition!
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Andalucia - Flamenco
The award-winning Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company presents its long-awaited 2nd production Andalucia, a stunning flamenco production accompanied by a chamber orchestra!
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Cutty Sark Theatre: I See My Sister Preview
A new piece of writing from emerging theatre company Cutty Sark, I See My Sister explores wilderness, trauma and the bond between sisters.
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Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals
Catch your favourite Pros as they waltz their way across the UK when Strictly Come Dancing: The Professionals returns to the SEC Armadillo on Sunday 19th May!
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Edward Scissorhands
Matthew Bourne's magical dance production of the classic Tim Burton movie Edward Scissorhands is coming to the Theatre Royal Glasgow in May!
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TSP present Kinky Boots
Following their hugely successful Kings Theatre debut with Grease, Theatre South Productions return to the stage - this time in higher heels - for their production of the sensational Kinky Boots!
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When Mountains Meet / Jub Milain Pahaar: A musical adventure from Scotland to Pakistan
Scottish/South Asian influenced music, storytelling, and striking visual images combine for a musical adventure from Scotland to Pakistan!
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An Evening with The Vivienne
The Vivienne's 2024 headline tour An Evening With The Vivienne arrives at Glasgow's Old Fruitmarket on Wednesday 22nd May!
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Dear Billy: A Love Letter To The Big Yin
Produced by the National Theatre of Scotland, Dear Billy is a love letter to The Big Yin from the people of Scotland, don't miss it at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in May!
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Glasgow Blythswood Festival
Glasgow Blythswood Festival Fortnight blends arts, music, performance, exhibitions, heritage and culinary delights in this celebrated area of Glasgow city centre!
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So Far So Good
So Far So Good is an adventurous new contemporary circus show for anyone who has ever asked 'Are we there yet?' Because however high we get, are we ever really there?
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The Sensational 60’s Experience
The biggest and best 60's show touring the UK, will return to The Glasgow Royal Concert Hall with a brand new production in celebration of their 60th anniversary!
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Lauren Graham: Have I Told You This Already?
Spend an evening with actress and New York Times bestselling author Lauren Graham at the Old Fruitmarket to celebrate the paperback launch of her latest book, Have I Told You This Already?
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Should I Delete That?
Join Em & Alex for a night of embarrassing stories, DMCs and general Should I Delete That? chaos as they bring their first ever live tour to Oran Mor Glasgow on Tuesday 28th May!
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The 39 Steps
Featuring four fearless actors, playing 139 roles in 100 minutes of fast-paced fun and thrilling action don't miss Alfred Hitchcock's classic spy thriller, The 39 Steps at the Theatre Royal Glasgow!
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An A to Z of Orchestral Triangle Playing
Join Mick Doran, English National Opera's Principal Percussionist, as he exposes the real world of the orchestral musician in this one-man show at Websters Theatre!
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Marina Summers
Runner up of Drag Race Philippines and direct from slaying the stage on UK vs The World Season 2, Marina Summers is bringing her solo tour to The Glee Club Glasgow on Wednesday 29th May!
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The Adam Buxton Podcast
Ramble along with comedian and writer Adam Buxton, as he heads out on his first ever live podcast tour, which will stop off at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Wednesday 29th May!
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Picked and mixed with the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland third-year BA Acting cohort, [BLANK] is a series of scenes bringing to life fragmented snapshots of criminal [in]justice and [dis]connection.
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The Last Pearl
From the team that created the multi award winning productions Shackleton and The Third Policeman, Blue Raincoat Theatre Company bring their newest devised piece, The Last Pearl, to the Tron Theatre!
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Gone But Not Forgotten
Starring an all star Scottish cast, don't miss the laugh out loud comedy, Gone But Not Forgotten at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
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Theatre Events in East Renfrewshire
Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On East Renfrewshire:
Anything Goes The Musical
Runway Theatre Company are delighted to return to Eastwood Park Theatre with the latest version of modern classic musical, Anything Goes!
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Live Cinema Screening: The Winter’s Tale
Shakespeare's profound story of love and loss, artfully adapted into a contemporary three-act narrative ballet by Artistic Associate Christopher Wheeldon, returns to the Main Stage!
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Cinema Screening: 42nd Street
Starring national treasure Bonnie Langford as Dorothy Brock and featuring iconic songs 42nd Street, We're In The Money and Lullaby of Broadway, this is pure magic on the big screen!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Edinburgh:
The Tortoise and the Hare
The perfect introduction to live ballet and music, your little ones will be cheering along as a playful cast of characters re-tell this classic tale.
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Big Girls Don’t Cry
It’s time to hang on to what we got and celebrate one of the worlds treasures in two hours of non-stop hits with Big Girls Don’t Cry!
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Dead Girls Rising
Dead Girls Rising is a furious coming-of-age punk cabaret show about trying to survive in a violent patriarchy, our deepest fears, and how we seek to control them.
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Fife:
Godfather Death: A Grimm’s Musical
Based on a little known Grimm's fairy tale, this new musical tells the story of one poor boy's journey through life with Death as his Godfather.
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The Bar at the Edge of Time
The Bar at the Edge of Time is a multi-sensory spectacular for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities.
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Artie’s Singing Kettle - Greatest Hits
Get ready to be transported into a world of nostalgic tunes as Artie finds clues inside the original Singing Kettle’s to your favourite songs.
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Lanarkshire:
I Hope Your Flowers Bloom
I Hope Your Flowers Bloom, Raymond Wilson's semi-autobiographical show and a hit of the 2023 Fringe, comes to Lanternhouse on Thursday 2nd May!
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Mister Shakespeare
Direct from an acclaimed run at the Edinburgh Festival this powerful new play comes to Airdrie Town Hall on Wednesday 29th May!
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Cinema Screening: Macbeth: Ralph Fiennes & Indira Varma
A couple corrupted by their relentless lust for power have blood on their hands. Witness the gripping tale of greed, murder, deception, and superstition at this screening of Macbeth at Lanternhouse!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Renfrewshire:
The McDougalls: Space Adventure
Join stars of stage and screen, Auntie Aggie and Max, as they fly past the planets on an intergalactic musical expedition at Johnstone Town Hall!
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Disney’s The Little Mermaid
Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, Disney's The Little Mermaid this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs!
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Stuart Michael - Psychic Medium
Boasting an impressive, worldwide celebrity client list, Stuart Michael - Psychic Medium brings his quick-witted humour, sensitivity, and compassion to Beacon Arts Centre!
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Here's a selection of Theatre Events you can find over on our sister site, What's On Stirling:
When Mountains Meet
When Mountains Meet is a captivating, cross-cultural tale following the true story of musician Anne Wood, as she meets her father, family and heritage for the first time.
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Dirty Dancing Tribute Night
Get ready to have the time of your life on 11th May at Stirling Court Hotel's Dirty Dancing Tribute!
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James V - Katherine
Rona Munro’s renowned James Plays continue with this fifth standalone production, presenting an up close and intimate performance, with focussed, raw storytelling. Catch it at Macrobert Arts Centre!
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Big Kid Circus: Kilmarnock
Roll Up, Roll Up! The Big Kid Circus is in town with their brand new show ILLUMINATION! Catch them at Kilmarnock Rugby Club between Thursday 2nd and Monday 6th May!
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That’ll Be The Day
That'll Be The Day returns to The Gaiety Theatre for another momentous celebration of the most iconic moments in music and comedy from the 50s, 60s, 70s & 80s!
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Short Attention Span Theatre
Six mini masterpieces are on the menu as Ayr’s leading cultural hub serves up another series of treats for theatre fans.
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