If you would like to know about how you can put on an event to help fund raise for Britannia Panopticon Music Hall, please Judith at: judith@britanniapanopticon.fsnet.co.uk
Please note that Britannia Panopticon Music Hall is a conservation project and therefore not suitable for many types of events and performance.
Below Are Some of the Events You have Missed!
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Christmas Show
3rd December 2011
1 & 3pm
The Britannia Panopticon Music Hall Company present traditional music hall shows at the last weekend of the month from May until October (see events page for this years dates and times). The photo album below contains pictures from last years shows.
Christmas Music Hall Memories
Saturday 4th December
Shows at 1pm and 3pm
The most nostalgic Christmas show in town!
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"Dark Nights Make for Brighter Days"
February 27th 2009
Doors open at 2.30pm, show starts 3pm
London based singer-songwriter Samantha Whates performs music from her forthcoming release "Dark Nights Make for Brighter Days" in the unique setting of the Britannia Panopticon.
In this special concert, Samantha is joined by Frevo Quartet and pianist Mira Opalinska, adding atmosphere and breadth to her reflective and poignant songs. And, as a special Music Hall treat - to complement the wonderful surroundings of the Panopticon, Samantha will also perform a short selection of her Grandad's original songs from the 1920s & 1930s. Frevo Quartet will perform the Bordel 1900 movement from Astor Piazzolla's famous Histoire du Tango. "
www.samanthawhates.com
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14th - 20th Sept 2009
Built Heritage Week and
Doors Open Day
This year Graham Hunter designed an exhibition of costume from 1914 - 1920's which was complimented by film from the same era which was supplied by Scottish Screen Archive.
The photo album below contains a small selection of photo's of the exhbition taken by David Walker.
11th & 18th August 2009
An evening of traditional & contemporary music with the Broads and support.
for more info: www.rowanarts.co.uk
Friday17th & Saturday18th October 2008
The Creative Martyrs first appeared in 1883*, performing cabaret song and speciality acts in music halls, circus, travelling shows and public houses in Glasgow and London. However many of their audiences felt The Creative Martyrs were far ahead of their time and as such it wasn’t until their Weimer Cabaret acts of 1920’s that the, by then jaded Martyrs, found a sympathetic ear. They further developed their cynicism in the vaudeville shows of 1940’s America by which time they were considered passé. In recent years The Creative Martyrs have returned to their roots, suffering for their art in Glasgow and Edinburgh, although in this modern age of international travel they ply their wares in any place that will have them and the many that won’t.
Ever eager to provoke and if necessary entertain, let us introduce ourselves… We are The Creative Martyrs.
* please note that this is in the imagination of the Creative Martyrs
Dumb Instrument
August 2nd 2008.
Dumb Instrument provided an evening of music in their own inimitable style. Have a squint at the Ayrshire bands website at:
www.myspace.com/dumbinstrument
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Built Heritage Week & Doors Open Day 2008
Doors open day 2008 saw over 3500 people visit the Britannia Panopticon Music Hall to enjoy not just the famous auditorium, but also to peruse the wonderful costumes on display (provided by the inimitable Mr Graham Hunter, costumer of stage and screen).
This wonderful exhibition also included a selection of pre WW1 films of Glasgow which were supplied by Scottish Screen and the NLS (National Library of Scotland). These provided an illuminating insight into the early 20th century experience of "Goin' doon the watter for the Fair" (when the men wore hats and moustaches and the women wore huge bonnets) and a poignant peice of footage of the tram drivers parading across George Square prior to joining the front - line of WW1; from which many (sadly) did not return.
Please note that due to the nature of Britannia Panopticon there are many restrictions which limits the kind of performance that can be staged in Britannia Panopticon.
Music Hall Memories
Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th October 2008
1pm & 3pm
Come and join us back in 1908 for afternoons of magic, songs, sing-a-longs, comedy sketches and novelty acts. Check out our You Tube video clip at: www.myspace.com/britanniapanopticon
Admission is free but please leave a donation. Entrance via the New Wynd
Please note that there is no heating in the auditorium so please dress for the weather!
The gallery below includes some photos by Fiona Wilson, Judith Bowers & Graham Hunter taken at "Music Hall Memories" on the 26th & 27th July 2008. If you would like to add your own photos of shows in Britannia Panopticon please send them to judith@britanniapanopticon.fsnet.co.uk (please do not send large files by email).
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Thursday 9th April 2008
7pm
The Raymond Scott Project
celebrating the famous Jazz man of the 1930's who's music formed the score for many a 30's, 40's & 50's "Looney Toons" cartoon. This is a real treat for the ear drums whether you love jazz or loathe it, everyone loves Raymond Scott!
Catch them at the City Halls during the Jazz Festival and listen out for their new album which will be launching soon. For more information check out
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Saturday 18th July 2009
Strawberry Jam
Doors open 5.30pm
A night of music, magic, comedy and dance in aid of Breast Cancer Care, the UK’s leading provider of breast cancer information and support.
Breast Cancer Care is a registered charity in England and Wales (no. 1017658) and Scotland (no. SC038104).
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Built Heritage Week
&
Doors Open Days
15th - 20th September 2009
Open 11am - 5pm
This year a selection of films from the Scottish Screen film archive will feature local reels from WW1. The auditorium will also feature a number of wonderful costumes from Graham Hunters amazing collection.
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MoB Academy
presents
Fan Dancing Classes
2008
Tuesday 11th August - 6pm - 9pm - Traditional Burlesque Fan Dancing Class
Tuesday 18th August - 6pm-9pm Vegas Style Fan Dancing Class
Full sized Ostrich Feather fans supplied.
Please wear comfortable exercise clothing and bring a pair of small heels.
Each three hour class is £20.00
Places are limited and must be booked in advance through
viva.misadventure@castlist.co.uk
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Saturday 15th August 2008
An Evening of Scottish, Country and Blues with The Broads & CO.
Doors open 6.15pm for 6.45pm start
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8th August 2009
Steam Punk Society Invites you to join them in a day of entertainment inlcuding small craft fair. From noon to 6pm More information email
This event was spectacular!
Here's some photo's so that you can see what you missed!
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21st & 22nd March 2008
8pm - 9pm Doors Open 7.45pm How Do I Get Up There?
Is a new and exctitng sketch comedy show that heralds a new era for Scottish comedy. Three young single males unlucky in love and unlucky in life deliver a unique performance in one of the most historic theatres in Scotland. The Britannia Panopticon Music Hall where the legendry Stan Laurel first perfromed.
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27th & 28th March 2009 7.30pm - 9pm Doors Open 7.15pm Numpties Need Love Too! Through the medium of comic recitation Mr Robin Cairns demands a better quality of love life for those who were stuck in the cludgie when common sense got raffled. Starring Mr Robin Cairns and support.
Not suitable for children and those of a delicate disposition.
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October 31st 2008
The Magic of Halloween
Halloween comes but once a year and this year Britannia Panopticon invites you to join us for an evening of magic and mystery.
Trick or Treat?
Doors open 6.30pm
admission is free but please leave a donation.
entrance is via the New Wynd
November 15th
Lazy Mist Records Ltd
Proudly Presents
The Broads : Live in Concert with Support Music
Haunted Cabaret
31st October
1pm & 3pm
Please note this event may not be suitable for very small children.
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Oxjam
24th October
JONNY JACK
PAUL MCGRANAGHAN
PURE BRASS
COMPERE: Improv Dogs
7pm- 9pm
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12th December 2009
1pm & 3pm
Your favourites of the Panopticon stage return for a Dickens of a show overflowing with seasonal cheer.
Lots of songs to sing-a-long to!
Lots of merry moments!
Lots of festive magic!
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Tuesday 14th September - Sunday 19th September
Exhibition of Costume
and
Early Film of Glasgow
Open 11am - 5pm (last admission 4.30pm)
Trade the hustle of the 21st century for the bustle of the 19th and view this stunning exhibition of Victorian and Edwardian outfits and accessories. Complimenting the collection the earliest moving pictures of Glasgow will be also be shown. Traditional refreshments from the era will be available to add to the flavour of the experience.
Please see our event archive for pictures of last years exhibition
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Sunday 5th September 2010
12 noon - 9pm
(last admission 8pm)
' Ooh La La'
- A Tasty Treat of Burlesque, Vintage and Hand-Crafted Fashions. Dolly Tartan is delighted to bring some 'Ooh La La' to the Panopticon. A hand-picked group of designers will have their latest creations paraded by Burlesque models, and specially selected stalls will display the finest vintage, burlesque and hand-crafted goodies to satisfy your retail cravings! The event will be open from 12noon-9pm, with Fashion Parades at 2pm, 4pm, 6pm and 8pm. Look out for extra tricks and treats designed to incorporate the Panopticon's unique history!
Admission £1
*PG rated - a wee bit saucy!
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7pm
The One Ensemble &
Sarah Kenchington
Play a musical score
"Dummy Jim"
Inspired by the diaries of a profoundly deaf man who cycled to the Arctic.
Please dress for Arctic conditions - pop along to our charity shop at 49 High Street for some cosy clothing.
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14th November 2009
The Great Panopticon Sale
In
Britannia Panopticon Music Hall
Saturday 12th June 2010
10am - 4pm
For One Day Only!
Don't miss this opportunity to buy at prices you won't believe
Bric-a-brac, colletables, vintage, costume, clothing, books, music, film, kitchenalia, ceramic, glass...
Missed it this time? Don't worry it will return, keep an on our calendar or email
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Happy Bi-Centennial Chopin!
2nd October 2010
1pm
International pianist Mira Opalinska
Invites you to join her in a celebration of Chopin's music to commemorate his Bi-centennial.
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Glasgow by Gaslight
3rd October 2010
Midday - 5pm
Back for the second year, Glasgow University Steampunk Society presents a magnificent spectacle of Victorian entertainments including magic, jugglers, song and verse, comedy and live music. In addition our market stalls display the finest in Victorian and Victorian-inspired merchandise – all manner of clothing, jewellry and heretofor unseen gadgetry!
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Movers and Shakers
8th April 2010
The girls and boys of Glasgow's existing and emerging Burlesque circuit move and shake to raise much needed funds for our beloved music hall. Naughty but nice!
You must be on the guest list to get in. For full details please contact the ever adorable Vendetta Vain on vendettavain@yahoo.co.uk
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Magner's Glasgow International Comedy Festival
27th & 28th March 2010
4pm on Sat 27th & Sun 28th March
Robin Cairns in stand-up gives you ...
Severe Malcom the Byres Road Hardman
In Glasgow's urban jungle one great beast rules. Fearlessly he strides the mean streets between University Avenue and Great Western Road. Catch him ruthlessly selecting salad leaves in Roots & Fruits. See him sipping viciously at a coffee in Tinderbox. Robin Cairns gives you Severe Malcolm, Byres Road Hard Man. What a ferocious big fanny!
Not suitable for children, the easily offended or those who are not familiar with the native humour and tongue of the Weegie.
Admission only with a Severe Malcom Man Bag available from our shops at 45 & 49 High Street, Glasgow, Tel: 0141 552 4467
Or
book through www.ticketsoup.com
Or
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Magner's Glasgow International Comedy Festival
28th March 2010
"The Sublime and the Ridiculous"
Wireless nostalgia from Gladstone's Bag; the wit of Flanders and Swann, and the surrealism of Erik Satie from Roger Lang and Wendy Weatherby; the cabaret of Kurt Weill from Lucy Tanat-Jones; and the bizarre multi-instrumentalism of John Sampson.
Doors open at 12.30pm and show starts at 13.00.
Tickets: please leave a donation
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Wednesday 6th October 2010
Laurel & Hardy Film Nights
Bought to you by
The Sons of the Desert
the World wide fan club for Laurel & Hardy
For more info email:
Laurel and Hardy Film Night will be on screen on:
Doors open 6.30pm
film fun starts at 7pm.
It's the last one of the season - arrive early to avoid disapointment
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The Magic of
Music Hall Memories
October 30th & 31st 2010
Shows will be at 1pm & 3pm
A traditional music hall show with all the popular acts of 1910. With magic, music, comedy antics, speciality and novelty acts, sing-a-longs and exhibition - leave the 21st century behind for an hour or so - go on, it's free!
For Halloween there will be more emphasis on the magic of music hall by the Great Aziz.
11th December 2010
' Ooh La La'
-A Tasty Treat of Burlesque, Vintage and Hand-Crafted Fashions. Dolly Tartan is delighted to bring some 'Ooh La La' to the Panopticon. A hand-picked group of designers will have their latest creations paraded by Burlesque models, and specially selected stalls will display the finest vintage, burlesque and hand-crafted goodies to satisfy your retail cravings! The event will be open from 12noon-7pm, with Fashion Parades at 2pm, 4pm and 6pm. Look out for extra tricks and treats designed to incorporate the Panopticon's unique history! Admission £1 *PG rated - a wee bit saucy!
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December 3rd 1pm & 3pm
A festive variety show with songs, sing-a-longs, magic, jugglers, novelties and prizes.
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Victorian Christmas Fayre
Sat 10th & Sun 11th December
Noon - 5pm
Lots of festive cheer, stalls and Santa Claus.
A truly nostalgic
Christmas treat.