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GO Theatre In Glasgow |
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Theatregoers will be spoilt for choice in Glasgow as there
are so many great theatres within the city centre, including
the King’s, the Pavilion, the Royal and the Citizens
to name but a few. Opened in 1904 and now owned by Glasgow City Council, the King's Theatre [map] is undoubtedly one of the UK's principal theatres. Every year it plays host to many major West End touring musicals and dramas, as well as being renowned locally for its fantastic Christmas pantomime. The spectacular auditorium has seats for 1,785 people along with splendid décor and three elaborate balconies that give the theatre a feeling of grandeur. Glasgow’s second primary theatre is the Theatre Royal [map], which opened in 1867 as the Bayliss Coliseum and Opera House and has twice been destroyed by fire. After a stint as a television studio, the theatre reaffirmed its status as the national centre for opera in 1975 and has since become home to the Scottish Opera Company. In addition to opera, this venue also presents ballet, drama and children's theatre and is definitely the place to be for a bit of high class culture. Famous for its comedy shows, musicals and pantomimes, the Pavilion Theatre [map] is now firmly established as one of the most magnificent venues in Glasgow. With its distinctive domed ceiling, beautiful marble mosaic flooring and elegant mahogany woodwork, the theatre is a stronghold of traditional splendour. If it’s jazz, dance or amateur theatre productions you’re after then head to the Mitchell Theatre [map] housed in a breathtaking building that is guarded by two imposing sculpted Titans. The interior is equally magnificent, while the theatre itself is perhaps best known for its concerts and shows, including jazz, dance and pantomime. As well as providing a showcase for Scotland's theatre companies, the Mitchell is also involved in children's workshops and amateur productions. Housed in a beautiful Victorian auditorium with two additional studio spaces, the Citizens Theatre [map] was founded by the Scottish playwright James Bridie. It is well known for hosting a repertoire of British and European classics along with new plays and has an ongoing commitment to educational theatre work. For something a little different why not visit the Scottish Mask and Puppet Centre [map], which offers a varied choice of performances including Mexican dancing dolls and Japanese mask theatre. The Tramway [map] also offers a unique experience in theatre, dance and performance art, as it is one of the leading contemporary visual arts venues in Europe. A former church that got its name from a public weighing machine, the Tron Theatre [map] is mostly used by touring companies but also hosts a selection of in-house productions. This nifty little theatre prides itself on presenting music, contemporary dance and drama, comedy, children's shows and workshops. But perhaps one of the most atmospheric venues in the city is the Cottier Theatre [map], another converted church that retains the beauty of the original building, including the stain glass windows. The theatre, which offers music, dance and comedy, has a capacity of around 350 and a separate Cottier's bar and restaurant. |
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