Platform Spring/Summer Season 2018

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What’s On? January — July 2018

PLATFORM The Bridge 1000 Westerhouse Road Glasgow, G34 9JW THE BRIDGE Mon–Fri, 9am–8pm Sat, 9am–5pm Sun, 10am–5pm Building and café bar open late on performance nights

INFO & TICKETS 0141 276 9696 Option 1 for Box Office

platform-online.co.uk info@platform-online.co.uk F L → @platformglasgow LOCAL LINKS Platform’s Local Links scheme offers great discounts to those living in the postcodes below. Once you become a member, you can enjoy a show for as little as £4. Get in touch with Platform to sign up — membership is completely free.

Eligible postcodes: G1 1, G1 5, G4 0, G31 1–5, G32 0, G32 6–9, G33 1–6, G34 0, G34 9, G40 1–4, G69 6–8, G71 7

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PLATFORM is the arts centre at the heart of THE BRIDGE in Easterhouse. We connect local communities with high calibre artists, offering a year round programme of THEATRE, GIGS, EXHIBITIONS, WORKSHOPS and EVENTS.

Located in the East End of Glasgow (minutes from Glasgow Fort shopping centre) we are extremely accessible, well served by bus and train, and have a spacious free car park.

We share the building with Glasgow Kelvin College, Glasgow Life swimming pool and library, and there is a contemporary cafĂŠ bar which is open late on performance nights and is the perfect place to meet, socialise or work.

Welcome to 2018 at Platform! With a carefully 4 curated performance programme taking you right through to June, there are shows for all interests and age groups — from babies and toddlers to adults of all ages.

Highlights include the return of Catherine Wheels’ award winning production White and Caroline Bowditch’s The Adventures of Snigel, both top quality shows for early years audiences.

For children and young people we are delighted to welcome back M6 Theatre Company with A Tiger’s Tale, Greg Sinclair with Animals, The Letter J with Grandad and Me and, for the first time, we look forward to hosting Mamoru Iriguchi and his hilarious performance Eaten.

For older audiences we offer the world premiere of Mark of the Beast, our co-production with Martin O’Connor, Tim Cowbury’s The Claim and the haunting Velvet Evening Séance. With The Occasion’s The Monster and Mary Shelley and a full programme at Outskirts, there really is something for everyone.

Look forward to seeing you here!

PERFORMANCE

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THE CLAIM

By Tim Cowbury & directed by Mark Maughan A comically absurd and quietly shattering journey to the heart of our tolerant and fair society. Who is Serge?

Why is he here? What is he claiming has happened to him? And what has Willy Wonker got to do with it?

Based on the true stories of migrants caught in the most British of interview processes, The Claim asks what happens when your life is at stake and all you have to save it are your words.

Wed 31 Jan, 7pm Age 11yrs+ £8.50 / £5 / £4 (Local Links)

WHITE

Presented by Catherine Wheels Theatre Company Welcome to the beautifully strange world of White. Full of birdsong and birdhouses, it gleams and dazzles and shines in the night. Two friends look after the birds and make sure the eggs stay safe. We watch, we help. The world is bright, ordered and white. But high up in the trees, all is not white. Colour appears. First red... then yellow... then blue. Created by Andy Manley.

Thu 22 Feb, 10.30am Fri 23 Feb, 10.30am Sat 24 Feb, 10.30am & 1.30pm Age 2–4yrs £8.50 / £5 / £4 (Local Links)

PERFORMANCE

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THE ADVENTURES OF SNIGEL

Presented by Caroline Bowditch and Company Join Snigel — the curious snail on an interactive adventure around Platform.

Play in Snigel's bubbles, join them for a picnic, help them clean their shell and even learn some snaily dance moves.

A promenade performance by award winning performance artist Caroline Bowditch, designer Laura Hook and musician Zac Scott. For everyone young at heart.

Wed 7 Mar, 11am Age 0–8yrs £8.50 /£5 /£4 (Local Links)

VELVET EVENING SÉANCE

Presented by Freshly Squeezed Productions (Aberdeen Performing Arts) and Ross MacKay It’s Victorian 1900s. A judge has allowed his jury to witness a séance to establish the guilt or innocence of the accused.

James MacGregor, a medium, is on trial for the murder of his brother. This séance is James’ opportunity to prove his innocence. Amidst the candles and velvet, he attempts to connect with the jury and the spirit world.

Is James a charlatan, or a man who has found the truth?

Written by Suzie Miller.

Fri 2 Mar, 7pm Age 14yrs+ £8.50 /£5 /£4 (Local Links)

Photo credit: Ruth Armstrong

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A TIGER’S TALE

Presented by M6 Theatre Company Based on the extraordinary story of Fenella, the Holmfirth Tiger, A Tiger’s Tale is a high spirited balancing act of circus, puppetry, live music and song.

From a circus train in South Africa, to a steamboat on the Atlantic Ocean and onward to West Yorkshire, a ramshackle travelling troupe tell us the unbelievable true story of a family of acrobats and their adopted tiger cub.

Tue 20 Mar, 10.30am & 1.30pm Age 4yrs+ £8.50 /£5 /£4 (Local Links)

GRANDAD AND ME

Presented by The Letter J Grandad and Me is a living storybook about loss, longing and the treasures of memory and imagination. We meet a young girl who is missing her Grandad — he has gone, even though his favourite job was being her Grandad. Led by found objects and her imagination, she traces his footsteps on a magical adventure through time and space.

“A luscious-looking and tremendously moving show”  The Scotsman Wed 28 March, 10.30am & 1.30pm Age 5yrs+ £8.50 /£5 /£4 (Local Links)

PERFORMANCE

Photo credit: Brian Hartley

FOUR GO WILD IN WELLIES

Presented by Indepen-dance4 A whimsical adventure featuring bobble hats, scarves and tents that have a life of their own — and, of course, lots of fun in wellies! Four Go Wild In Wellies is a brand new show for audiences aged 3-5 years from Indepen-dance4, Scotland's inclusive professional dance company.

Created with the company by director Anna Newell, composer David Goodall and choreographer Stevie Prickett, who have have created work for younger audiences which has toured as far afield as South Africa and off Broadway.

Wed 4 Apr, 11am Age 3–5yrs £8.50 /£5 /£4 (Local Links)

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THE MARK OF THE BEAST

Presented by Martin O’Connor

and Platform It’s the morning efter the night before Yer suddenly sober and know the score Ye leave yer pals and decide tae walk it Cos yer still in charge. A total rocket.

A bold new solo performance exploring alcohol, fusing spoken word and sound design from theatre maker Martin O’Connor, sound artist Nichola Scrutton and The North East Recovery Community.

“A brave and significant dramatic poet in contemporary Scotland.”

The Scotsman Fri 13 Apr, 7pm Sat 14 Apr, 2pm Sun 15 Apr, 2pm Age 16yrs+ £8.50 / £5 / £4 (Local Links)

OUTSKIRTS FESTIVAL

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Presented by Platform

Sat 28 April 3.30pm — late £10 / £7.50 (under 16s free)

Bringing together the very best in performance, music and visual art, Outskirts returns to Platform this April with a stellar line-up of artists.

Taking place in spaces across the building, this festival’s rich programme runs from afternoon into the evening.

A fantastic event in which to soak up a wide range of cross art form experimentation and excellence.

Platform will run a return bus (£5) from Mono, Kings Court to the festival.

Please email info@platform-online. co.uk for more information.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: TURNTABLE

Presented by Michael John McCarthy and Red Bridge Arts Turntable started when MJ McCarthy and his Great Aunt Kathleen connected over a stack of vinyl. Since then the Turntable team has toured its record case around Scotland, inviting listeners to investigate its contents whilst reflecting on the importance of music in their lives.

“The show will make you smile, laugh, feel moved but most of all put a tap in your foot and a song in your heart.”  Edinburgh Reporter

GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL 2018

The 2018 edition will also show an eclectic programme of work by Glasgow International exhibiting artists and include Personal Structures by Jessica Ramm, a screening of Love and Lithium

by Henry Coombes and a curated event by artist collective Love Unlimited.

Full line up to be announced — check website and social media for updates.

PERFORMANCE

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THE MONSTER AND MARY SHELLEY

Presented by The Occasion At the age of 18, having recently watched her premature baby die, Mary Shelley has a ‘waking dream’ and begins to write a story that will haunt and define her for the rest of her life.

An atmospheric, moving, darkly comic exploration of fear. Music hall, melodrama, horror and teenage rebellion combined with a pulsing, contemporary cinematic score.

Mary Shelley – the Gothic Girl who electrified the world.

Wed 25 Apr, 7pm Age 12yrs+ £8.50 / £5 /£4 (Local Links)

Photo credit: Geraldine Heaney

ANIMALS

Presented by Greg Sinclair, a coproduction with Perth Theatre ANIMALS is a show about… animals.

Big ones, little ones, wild ones, tame ones. It’s also a show about us, and our emotions. Big ones, little ones, wild ones, tame ones.

Using real and imagined stories collected from 6 year-olds, join us as we interweave live music, dance and film into a celebration of our unique relationship with animals.

Sun 20 May, 2pm Age 6yrs+ £8.50 /£5 /£4 (Local Links)

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EATEN

Photo credit: Matt Delbridge

UNEXPLODED ORDNANCES (UXO)

Presented by Split Britches, Take Me Somewhere, National Theatre of Scotland and Platform Combining a Dr Strangelove inspired performance with a daring forum for public conversation, UXO explores ageing, anxiety, hidden desires and how to look forward when the future is uncertain.

Adopting the characters of a bombastic general and ineffectual president, Peggy Shaw and Lois Weaver (Split Britches) lace this interactive piece with both playful urgency and lethargy, encouraging discussion about the political landscape. With support from Luminate and Outspoken Arts Scotland.

Take Me Somewhere is Glasgow’s new festival of contemporary performance, building on the legacy of The Arches, following its closure in 2015. takemesomewhere.co.uk Sat 26 May, 5pm Age 16yrs £8.50 / £5 / £4.50

Presented by Mamoru Iriguchi What if your food started talking back?

Meet Lionel the lion. He’s just eaten a human called Mamoru. But Lionel has not chewed his food properly. So, Mamoru’s alive and well in his stomach.

Stuck in one body, the two become best friends.

Eaten invites children to the fascinating world of food chains, asking ‘What should we eat?’ and ‘Who should eat us?’

“Scientific fact meets humorous invention.” The Herald Mon 4 Jun, 1.30pm & 7pm Age 6yrs+ £8.50 / £5 / £4 (Local Links)

Photo credit: Manuel Vason

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DOWNS WITH LOVE

Presented by Cutting Edge Theatre Downs With Love tells the story of Beth, a young girl with Down’s Syndrome. She lives a very independent life with the help of a new support worker, Tracy. On Friday nights, Beth goes to the pub to watch Mark, a local singer. Beth loves Mark but the problem is – Mark loves Tracy. Complex and challenging issues arise for all. Moving, funny and thought-provoking.

Sun 10 Jun, 3pm Age 8yrs+ £8.50 / £5 / £4 (Local Links)

In partnership with

GLASGOW KELVIN COLLEGE

We are delighted to host a variety of shows this May from courses across Glasgow Kelvin College. The shows will be presented by students from Acting and Performance, Musical Theatre and Dance courses.

ACTING AND PERFORMANCE

Play (1st year)

10 & 11 May (matinée & evenings)

ACTING AND PERFORMANCE

(2nd year)

17 & 18 May

MUSICAL THEATRE

Musical (2nd year) 23, 24 & 25 May

DANCE 30 & 31 May (evenings)

SUMMER 2018

SUMMER FESTIVALS

We are delighted to announce that two summer festival days return this July.

Packed with fun and entertainment these are great outings for all the family – and best of all, entry is free!

Saturday 28 July marks the return of the Alexandra Park Festival Day within Alexandra Park. Expect live music, food & market stalls, kids activities and inflatables plus much, much more!

The Bridge Family Festival will take place on Sunday 29 July at The Bridge, Easterhouse.

Previous festival days have showcased live music, children’s activities, carnival drummers, sports tasters, a swimming pool party, community stalls and a Made in Easterhouse market with homemade arts, crafts, food and clothes.

There will also be costume and carnival making workshops leading up to the festivals. Contact paul@platform-online. co.uk / 0141 276 9696 for more info.

Please check the Platform website / social media for event updates.

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Kicking off the music season at Platform with two 14 gigs, which form part of the outstanding Celtic Connections festival taking place across Glasgow, the 2018 programme will showcase a varied and vibrant range of musicians.

More gigs will be announced throughout the season — please keep an eye on the Platform website and social media for updates.

CELTIC CONNECTIONS 2018

Platform is proud to host two shows as part of Celtic Connections

ALASDAIR ROBERTS IN COLLABORATION WITH JOASIHNO

Joasihno is a German electronic duo featuring Nico Sierig and Cico Beck, who are often accompanied by a robot orchestra. Alasdair Roberts is an acclaimed Scottish folk musician, renowned songwriter and interpreter of traditional songs.

We have invited these seemingly disparate musicians to collaborate and interpret aspects of Scottish and German folk music. What appears at first to be an odd pairing starts to make sense when the audience hears the innovative way that Joasihno create delicate and subtle melody throughout their graceful, mesmerising music — which is then paired with the drama, tragedy of the subject matter and the intuitive masterful beauty of Alasdair’s guitar playing.

Both acts will play sets of their own material followed by a collaboration.

Presented in partnership with The Goethe Institut.

Photo credit: André Habermann

Sat 20 Jan, doors 7pm All ages £12.50 / £7.50 (Local Links/conc)

Photo credit: Ben Webb

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CELTIC CONNECTIONS 2018

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Photo credit: Nigel John

RICHARD DAWSON

+ support Rising up from the bed of the River Tyne, a voice that crumbles and soars, that is steeped in age-old balladry and finely-chiselled observations of the mundane, Richard Dawson is a skewed troubadour at once charming and abrasive.

Shambolically virtuosic guitar playing stumbles from music-hall tune-smithery to spidery swatches of noise-colour, swathed in amp static and teetering on the edge of feedback. Richard’s songs are both chucklesome and tragic, rooted in a febrile imagination that references worlds held dear and worlds unknown.

Sun 28 Jan, doors 7pm All ages £12.50 / £7.50 (Local Links/conc)

HEADING TO PLATFORM FROM GLASGOW CITY CENTRE? A bus will leave Mono (12 Kings Court, Glasgow) at 6.30pm and return after both Celtic Connections shows.

A return ticket costs £5 and can be purchased in Monorail.

Please email info@platform-online. co.uk to reserve a ticket.

MUSIC

SPRING BIG BAND TEA DANCE

Presented by Platform

Look out those dancing shoes and join us at one of our traditional tea dances this spring! Led by live 6 piece band, That Swing Sensation, with a dance troupe on hand to kick start the dancing, guests will enjoy tea, cakes, guest vocalists and more than enough quicksteps, foxtrots and waltzes to satisfy first-timers and veterans alike.

With a nod to nostalgia, the auditorium will be transformed into an amazing ballroom featuring beautiful handmade art works and table cloths created by local people.

Fri 20 Apr, 1pm All ages £8.50 / £5 / £4 (Local Links)

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Our visual arts programme includes residencies,18 commissions and exhibitions that take place on Platform’s exhibition wall and throughout the public spaces of the building. We work with artists at every stage of their career, from students to emerging and established artists working internationally.

The thought-provoking and poignant exhibition

by Helen de Main, You Know, Things Like That continues into February followed by our annual project with students currently studying at the Glasgow School of Art. A key part of our visual arts programme this season is the return of Glasgow International to Platform. We are delighted to be part of this renowned festival of contemporary visual art.

This year we are exhibiting a packed programme of activity and exciting new work by Jessica Ramm.

VISUAL ARTS

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HELEN DE MAIN: YOU KNOW, THINGS LIKE THAT

Presented by Platform

A unique exhibition that has been created by Helen following a series of open discussions with Platform’s knitting group. The women from the group shared thoughts on their lives - from work and education to motherhood.

Foxy, one of the woman who took part, said a few words on the project: “It’s been great meeting Helen and being part of the group conversations.

Despite our different ages and backgrounds, it was apparent that we’ve all faced common issues and that in some respects, not much has really changed for women throughout recent decades.

“I also had the opportunity to visit Helen in Glasgow Print Studio and help her to print some of the images. It was amazing to watch the process and see the work come to life... who knew some old childhood photos could be made into something so beautiful.”

Free Until Sun 11 Feb

SEA AT PLATFORM

Presented by Glasgow School

of Art in association with Platform Now in its 7th year, SEA is the annual exhibition by selected 4th year students from the Sculpture and Environmental Art department at The Glasgow School of Art. The students are invited to specially create artwork for public spaces at Platform and The Bridge.

Opening event: Mon 19 Feb, 6pm (free) Exhibition: Tue 20 Feb — Sun 4 Mar (free)

TEENAGE KICKS

Presented by Travelling Gallery Travelling Gallery’s Spring 2018 exhibition, in partnership with the Museum of Childhood, Edinburgh, will explore our formative years as contemporary artists exhibit their work alongside teenage archives from yesteryears.

March (check website for updates) Free

GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL 2018

This April we welcome Glasgow International to Platform. GI 2018 runs from Fri 20 Apr – Mon 7 May across the city.

PERSONAL STRUCTURES

Presented by Jessica Ramm Jessica will create a new art work that is informed by and responds to our setting: our architecture and people.

Working closely with Platform, Ramm reflects upon the emotional effects of the spaces we live and work in, presenting performances and sculptures that explore the possibilities of ‘homemade’ architecture as an aesthetic and political statement.

The construction processes Ramm uses are influenced by her experience of growing up in an 80s squatting community with a radical DIY ethos.

Developed in the run up to the festival through a programme of workshops and events led by Ramm, these structures will present new versions of familiar domestic spaces; restaging an urban environment that resembles Easterhouse.

Opening event: Sat 21 April (free) Exhibition: Fri 20 April — Sun 27 May (free)

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GLASGOW INTERNATIONAL 2018

As part of GI 2018, Platform will host a series of events throughout the festival

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LOVE UNLMITED

Love Unlimited is a Glasgow based artist collective. For GI 2018 they will curate a series of events, inviting a group of artists to take over The Bridge swimming pool.

Sat 21 Apr, Wed 25 Apr & Sat 28 Apr – shown during Platform’s Outskirts festival

INKIND Presented by Janie Nicoll and Ailie Rutherford A temporary pop up installation, INKIND will look at the hidden economies of the GI 2018, focusing on and examining the ‘below the waterline’ economy of the arts.

Sat 27 Apr — Wed 2 May Free

LOVE AND LITHIUM

Henry Coombes Love and Lithium is a new experimental film by Henry Coombes. Combining documentary with cinematic surrealism the film follows the life of Marcella Macintosh — a 68 year old larger than life Glaswegian character.

Film screenings: Sat 28 Apr — shown during Platform’s Outskirts Sun 29 Apr, 2pm — free (ticketed)

We offer a wide range of free and low cost 22 workshops, classes and activities for all ages, including music, drama and art. From painting to performance, sewing to socialising and everything in-between, there really is something for everyone.

Some of our classes are free and drop in whilst others are low cost with affordable payment plans available. For more information or to book any of our classes, call Box Office on 0141 276 9696 (opt 1) or email info@platform-online.co.uk If you would like to try out one of the classes then speak to one of the Platform team and we’ll arrange your first session for free.

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For babies & toddlers to adults of all ages

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TAKING PART: PERFORMANCE

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For age 8yrs to 25yrs

CREATION STATION

Our drama group for 8 – 11 year olds meet every Monday evening to have fun, develop performance skills and build confidence.

Mondays, 6pm–7.30pm Age 8–11 years

PLATFORM YOUNG COMPANY

Offering a pathway from youth theatre to the industry, the Platform Young Company has created and staged a number of performances over the last two years. Open to everyone aged 16–25 years regardless of experience.

LAB STATION

Weekly drama workshop for 12–16 year olds. Open to all regardless of experience, with regular performance opportunities.

Mondays, 6pm–7.30pm Age 12–16 years Both Creation Station and Lab Station will run from Mon 22 January for 10 weeks until Mon 26 March. A second block of classes runs from Mon 16 April for 11 weeks until Mon 25 June. Each block costs £50 (Local Links/concession).

Saturdays, 1pm-3.30pm Age 16–25 years The first block of Platform Young Company will run from Sat 20 January for 10 weeks until Sat 24 March. The second block will start on Sat 21 April for 10 weeks until Sat 23 June. £50 per block.

TASTER SESSIONS

Fancy giving one of the above a go?

Places are available for all of the drama workshops – please email matt@ platform-online.co.uk to arrange a free taster session.

TAKING PART: MUSIC LESSONS For children to adults of all ages

Fancy learning to play an instrument?

We run weekly Keyboard, Fiddle, Guitar and Drums classes for juniors and adults. Whether you are starting from scratch or polishing your skills, we have well respected musicians on hand to help you in a relaxed and fun environment.

KEYBOARD Mondays £65 /£50 (Local Links/conc) 6pm, 6.40pm & 7.20pm (juniors) 8pm (teens and adults)

FIDDLE Tuesdays £65 /£50 (Local Links / conc) 6pm (junior beginners) 6.40pm (junior improvers) 7.20pm (adult beginners) 8pm (adult improvers)

GUITAR Tuesdays & Wednesdays £65 /£50 (Local Links / conc) 5.45pm (juniors) 6.50pm (juniors) 8pm (teens and adults)

DRUMS Thursdays £65 /£50 (Local Links / conc) 4pm, 4.40pm, 5.20pm, 6pm, & 6.40pm (juniors) 7.20pm & 8pm (adults)

DATES & FEES Block 1 of 10 classes runs from Monday 22 January to Thursday 29 March.

Block 2 runs for 10 weeks from Monday 16 April — Thursday 21 June.

Each 10 week block costs £65/50 (Local Links / concessions) — which is from only £5 per week.

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TAKING PART: WEEKLY ART CLUBS

For children age 4yrs to adults of all ages

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NU GENERATION

Our weekly arts group challenges teenagers to make artwork that represents their interests, exploring identity and what it’s like to be a teenager in 2018.

Tuesdays, 5pm–7pm Age 11yrs+ Free, drop in The first block of Nu Generation runs for 10 weeks from Tue 23 January until Tue 27 March. The second block starts on Tue 24 April to Tue 26 June.

Weekly art workshops for anyone interested in drawing, painting, sculpting or in general making. These creative sessions, for all ages, are also designed to develop skills, gain confidence and make new pals!

WEE ARTS CLUB

A playful and creative art session that gives young artists the chance to draw, paint, make and get messy!

Every Sat, 11am–12pm Age 4–7yrs Drop in: £5 / £3 (Local Links)

BIG ARTS CLUB

Ideal for older kids looking to learn and gain more insight into techniques to perfect their creative skills.

Every Sat, 12–1.30pm Age 8–11yrs Drop in: £5 / £3 (Local Links) The first block of Wee and Big Art clubs will run from Sat 20 January for 10 weeks until Sat 24 March. The second block will start on Sat 21 April for 10 weeks until Sat 23 June.

ART FACTORY

Visual arts and crafts drop in studio for adults who wish to learn to draw, paint or make things. With no experience required, an artist is on hand to offer help and advice and guide you all the way.

Every Tues, 1–4pm Age 16yrs+ Free, drop in Art Factory is on all year round

OUR PEOPLE, OUR COMMUNITY

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CREATIVE OPPORTUNITIES IN THE SCHOOL HOLIDAYS

Are you 13 to 17 years old and living in Easterhouse? Do you have a passion for all things creative? Are you interested in developing your arts skills?

To celebrate the Year of Young People 2018, Platform is delivering an inspiring new project supported

by Creative Scotland’s Cashback for Creativity fund. The programme will take place during school holidays (Easter, summer and October mid-term) and give young people a chance to coproduce events and try out a range of activities.

If you would like to get involved or if you work with young people who would benefit from taking part, please contact James Dean at james@platformonline.co.uk or on 0141 276 9675. @CB4Creativity

A word from one of our Art Factory participants... Robert Haughie who attends the group on Tuesdays said: “I’ve been coming to Art Factory for a few years now. I really enjoy painting and drawing at the group.”

“It’s great to meet new people and the artists who lead the sessions are very helpful”.

CAFÉ BAR

The café bar at Platform offers a relaxing environment in which to meet friends for lunch, socialise over our fresh Barista coffee or to find a space to work or relax. Opening hours are extended on performance evenings and the space plays host to group activities, evening events and meetings.

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Free top ups of filter coffee and tea Loyalty cards and special offers Affordable kids menu offering exciting treats Relax with a Barista coffee or speciality tea Free Wi-Fi

To enquire about conference catering call 0141 276 9704

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LOCAL LINKS DISCOUNT PROGRAMME

Our Local Links programme offers great discounts to those living in one of the local postcodes outlined below.

Membership is FREE and once you join Local Links, you can enjoy a show at Platform for as little as £4 — which is less than half price.

Eligible postcodes are: G1 1, G1 5, G4 0, G31 1–5, G32 0, G32 6–9, G33 1–6, G34 0, G34 9, G40 1–4, G69 6–8, G71 7 To become a member please call our Box Office on 0141 276 9696 (opt 1) or pop in and speak to one of the Platform staff.

Annie Love from Cranhill has been visiting Platform over the last few years and is a member of Local Links.

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Local Links discount to see Platform performances — it’s a brilliant way to enjoy lots of different shows for heavily discounted prices. Culture Café on a Sunday is also wonderful. It’s free and drop in and I like going for the company and interaction — plus there’s a different activity each week to enjoy.”

Annie said: “I take part in drama groups, visit art exhibitions and use my

FILM CLUB AT GRIERS

Presented by Platform

We are continuing our collaboration with our local pub Griers to deliver a programme of films to be shown in the Lounge on the last Monday of every other month. To accompany your viewing you can enjoy a free pie, pint or soft drink.

29 Jan, 3pm 26 Mar, 3pm 28 May, 3pm Age 18yrs+ Free (drop in) Griers, 24 Bogbain Road, Easterhouse

AT A GLANCE

JANUARY

FEBRUARY

Taking Part

Helen de Main: You Know Things Like That

Various dates from Jan – July, p.22-27

Helen de Main: You Know Things Like That Until Sun 11 Feb, p.19

Alasdair Roberts in collaboration with Joasihno

Until Sun 11 Feb, p.19

SEA at Platform

Mon 19 Feb – Tue 20 Feb, p.19

White

Thu 22, Fri 23 & Sat 24 Feb, p.5

Sat 20 Jan, p.15

Richard Dawson Sun 28 Jan, p.16

Film Club at Griers Mon 29 Jan, p.29

The Claim

Wed 31 Jan, p.5

MARCH Velvet Evening Séance Fri 2 Mar, p.6

The Adventures of Snigel Wed 7 Mar, p.6

A Tiger's Tale Tue 20 Mar, p.7

Film Club at Griers Mon 26 Mar, p.29

Grandad and Me Wed 28 Mar, p.7

Teenage Kicks March, p.19

MAY Glasgow Kelvin College Shows

10, 11, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25 30 & 31 May, p.12

Animals

Sun 20 May, p.10

Take Me Somewhere Sat 26 May, p.11

Film Club at Griers Mon 28 May, p.29

APRIL

JUNE

Glasgow International 2018

Eaten

Fri 20 Apr – Mon 7 May, p. 20 & 21

Four Go Wild In Wellies

Mon 4 Jun, p.11

Downs with Love Sun 10 Jun, p.12

Wed 4 Apr, p.8

The Mark of the Beast Fri 13, Sat 14 & Sun 15 Apr, p. 8

Spring Big Band Tea Dance Fri 20 Apr, p.17

OUTSKIRTS FESTIVAL Sat 28 Apr, p.9

The Monster and Mary Shelley Wed 25 Apr, p.10

JULY Summer Festivals Sat 28 & Sun 29 Jul, p.13

Book tickets and keep up to date with all the latest news from Platform on our website and social media. platform-online.co.uk info@platform-online.co.uk F L → @platformglasgow GETTING TO PLATFORM

BY FOOT A short walk from

the Glasgow Fort shopping complex and situated next to Glasgow Kelvin College, Easterhouse Library and Swimming Pool (all part of The Bridge).

BY BUS It couldn’t be easier with Stagecoach X19 and First Buses 38/A/B/C/E 41 43 46 60/60A/M60 stopping right outside the entrance on Westerhouse Road.

BY TRAIN From Queen Street take the lower level east bound to Easterhouse. From Edinburgh get the Helensburgh train on the Airdrie to Bathgate line. Platform is around a 15 minute walk from the station.

DRIVING Take M8 Junction 10.

Entry is via Westerhouse Road – just look out for the wind turbine. There is a large free car park and there is further parking at Shandwick Square.

PLATFORM The Bridge 1000 Westerhouse Road Easterhouse, Glasgow G34 9JW

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