What to do in Glasgow: February
January 28th, 2008 Posted in Glasgow, ScotlandThere are two major events to be entertained by while in Glasgow, Scotland during the month of February. There’s the Glasgow Film Fest and the Scotland International Festival of Live Arts.
This year, the Glasgow Film Festival will last from Feb. 14 through Feb. 24, and the Scotland International Festival of Live Arts (better known as the New Territories Festival) will be held from Feb. 6 until March 8.
The Glasgow Film Festival shows all sorts of films, from silent films to Hollywood blockbusters. They show small upcoming stars of the independent scene to well-known, internationally-known celebrities. There’s a little something for everyone at the Glasgow Film Festival.
The New Territories Festival is held in the Tramway Building and showcases a fresh array of new talent featuring experimental performances, video and art installations, and music from around the world.
This year’s performances feature Rui Horta, Compagnie Thor, Goat Island, Tedd Robinson and the 10 Gates Dancing, Inc, Kurt Hentschlager, and the Societas Raffeallo Sanzio. All of the performances are sure to expand the mind and open up a whole new world of art to anyone who experiences it.
