The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow
It's great for comedy. It's great for music. It's great for variety. It's great for you! The Pavilion Theatre is Glasgow's favourite variety theatre!
About The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow
| 121 Renfield Street, Glasgow City Centre G2 3AX | |
| 01413321846 | |
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Designed by Bertie Crewe for Thomas Barrasford, the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow opened at the corner of Renfield Street and Renfrew Street, Glasgow on the 29 February, 1904. It was regarded as luxurious for its time with its decor being described by the owners as "pure Louis XV". An electrically operated sliding roof ensured good ventilation.
Performances in the early days were mainly variety, melodrama and pantomime. Many of the leading music hall artistes of the period appeared at the Pavilion, including Marie Lloyd, Little Tich, Harry Lauder, Florrie Forde, Will Fyffe, Sarah Bernhardt and a then unknown Charlie Chaplin.
Since the 1930s, the Pavilion Theatre began to host pantomimes with top name stars of the Scottish variety scene, such as Harry Gordon and Dave Willis. In more recent times it has produced plays, such as 'The Sash' and 'The Steamie'.
The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow is now the only privately run theatre in Scotland and one of a few unsubsidised independent theatres left in Britain.
It remains one of the treasures of Glasgow, a genuine variety theatre, showing varied shows with literally something for everyone.
We are literally a 30 second walk from Buchanan Street Bus Station, less than 5 minutes walk from Queen Street Station and Central train stations and Buchanan Street Underground station. Also a number of buses stop right outside our door and there is a taxi rank in Renfield Street right outside.
There is on-street parking around the theatre and a number of multi-story carparks within a very short distance of the theatre, the local area is well served with a number of excellent restaurants and bars.
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Upcoming Events at The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow
Simply ReRed
This world class seven piece band recreates every slick groove and perfect melody from Mick Hucknall's remarkable global career, don't miss Simply ReRed at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
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Magic Of Motown - CANCELLED
Music fans are invited to the biggest party of the year at The Pavilion Theatre as the unstoppable Magic of Motown show steams into town!
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Fastlove - Everything She Wants Tour - CANCELLED
The World's largest George Michael celebration FASTLOVE is back with a brand new show for 2021, don't miss it at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 13th March!
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Islands In The Stream - The Music Of Dolly Parton & Kenny Rogers - CANCELLED
Enjoy a superb score and supreme musicianship with the ultimate tribute to two country music legends, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers when 'Islands in the Stream' comes to the Glasgow Pavilion!
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Gordon Smith - Best Of Both Worlds
Hailed as one of the world's most accurate mediums this is your chance to join Gordon Smith for an evening of mediumship at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
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Iain Stirling: Failing Upwards
Iain Stirling is taking his 'extremely funny' comedy back on the road for his biggest ever nationwide tour, don't miss him at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on March 27th 2021!
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One Night In Dublin
The Wild Murphys promise one glorious night of high-energy Irish Music and more than a little bit of Irish Craic at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Thursday 22nd April!
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The Francie & Josie Sketchbook
Enjoy a trip down memory lane which will have you laughing out loud when The Francie and Josie Sketchbook comes to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in May!
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Jason Fox: Life At The Limit
Jason Fox will bring to the Glasgow Pavilion stage the remarkable story of his daring exploits in a distinguished career as an elite operator in the UK Special Forces!
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Sydney Devine
Sydney Devine, one of Scotland's most successful and unique performers, returns to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in May!
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Rally Roon The Rangers
From the team that brought you Singin I’m No A Billy I’m A Tim, and Witches Fae Easterhoose comes: Rally Roon The Rangers, the HILARIOUS true blue comedy by Ned Sollid!
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The Ladyboys of Bangkok
The Lady Boys of Bangkok return to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow with their latest sizzling and seductive production!
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Ireland: The Show
An all-star cast of Ireland's most talented singers and performers bring Ireland: The Show to The Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Sunday 8th August 2021!
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A Vision Of Elvis
A Vision Of Elvis at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 4th September promises a musical experience you will never forget!
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Jonathan Pie: The Fake News Tour (Corona Remix)
Jonathan Pie's critically acclaimed sell out show FAKE NEWS finally returns, updated and remixed for a post-Corona world, catch him at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on 12th September!
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Mo Gilligan: There’s Mo To Life
Fresh from his smash hit global Netflix release, BAFTA nomination and No. 1 trending entertainment show, Mo Gilligan is back with a brand new show, catch him at The Pavilion Glasgow in September 2021!
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Jethro Tull: The Prog Years
Ian Anderson and Jethro Tull Band will bring 'The Prog Years' tour to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Tuesday 28th September 2021!
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Katherine Ryan: Missus
Canadian comic Katherine Ryan has announced her new tour 'Missus' for 2021, catch her live at The Pavilion Theatre on 7th October!
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Talon - The Best of the Eagles
The World's definitive Eagles tribute show, Talon, return by popular demand to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on Saturday 9th October 2021!
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John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right
John Lydon is touring the UK to coincide with the publication of his new book, the brilliant, funny and insightful 'I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right' catch him at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
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Totally Tina
Re-creating the look and feel of Ms Turner at her best, Totally Tina at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow is one spectacular show!
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The Legends of American Country Show
The UK's no.1 country music tribute show, The Legends of American Country, return to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country classics!
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Ed Byrne - If I’m Honest
Join Ed Byrne at the Glasgow Pavilion as he takes a long hard look at himself and tries to decide if he has ANY traits that are worth passing on to his children!
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The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella
Classic family pantomime, The Magical Adventures Of Cinderella, comes to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow in December 2021 featuring an all star cast!
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John Bishop: Right Here, Right Now
Comedy superstar John Bishop will bring his brand-new, highly anticipated Right Here, Right Now' World Tour to the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on 3rd February 2022!
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Jason Manford: Like Me
It's been a busy few years for Jason Manford since his last smash-hit stand up show, but now he's back with 'Like Me', catch him at Pavilion Theatre Glasgow on 10th February 2022!
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Jimeoin - Turn It Up!
Don't miss an unforgettably hilarious evening of world-class stand-up at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow with Jimeoin!
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Milton Jones In Milton: Impossible
Milton Jones reveals the truth about being an international spy, before being given a disappointing new identity which forced him to appear on Mock the Week, Live at the Apollo!
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Lionel: A Tribute To Lionel Richie
Malcolm Pitt delivers a powerhouse and breathtaking performance in this high octane show celebrating the music of Lionel Richie and the Commodores, don't miss it at the Pavilion Theatre Glasgow!
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