November in Glasgow brings big gigs, film festivals, theatre and the first festive events of the year. Here’s what’s on in Glasgow this month, from Scotland Loves Anime at GFT to The Steamie at the King’s Theatre and some huge names at the Hydro.
November highlights
- The Steamie (2 to 14 Nov): Tony Roper’s Glasgow classic returns to the King’s Theatre.
- Scotland Loves Anime (6 to 8 Nov): a weekend of Japanese animation at Glasgow Film Theatre.
- Matilda The Musical (from 18 Nov): the award-winning musical arrives at the Theatre Royal.
- Aladdin (from 21 Nov): panto season begins at the King’s Theatre.
Big events
Scotland Loves Anime · 6 to 8 Nov · Glasgow Film Theatre
Ten anime films come to the big screen, including UK premieres and rarely screened favourites. Individual tickets and weekend passes are available.
Kevin Bridges · Various dates throughout Nov · OVO Hydro
The Glasgow comedian continues his Here If You Need Me run at the Hydro.
Aladdin · From 21 Nov · King’s Theatre
Glasgow’s festive panto season gets underway, with Elaine C Smith and Johnny Mac returning to the King’s Theatre.
Live music and shows
King’s Theatre · Tony Roper’s The Steamie (2 to 14 Nov) and Aladdin (from 21 Nov).
Theatre Royal · Scottish Opera’s Turandot (until 7 Nov) and Matilda The Musical (18 Nov to 5 Dec).
Big gigs · Noah Kahan (5 and 6 Nov), Stevie Wonder (11 Nov), The Script (13 Nov) and beabadoobee (14 Nov) at the OVO Hydro.
More gigs · Courteeners (20 Nov), Ocean Colour Scene (21 Nov), Jungle (28 Nov) and Placebo (30 Nov) at the OVO Hydro.
Comedy · Phil Wang brings UH OH to the Theatre Royal (15 Nov), while Kevin Bridges continues his Hydro shows throughout the month.
Things to do
November at GFT · Throughout Nov · Glasgow Film Theatre
Alongside Scotland Loves Anime, GFT welcomes the French Film Festival, special screenings and filmmaker Q&As.
Burrell Bites Bonanza · Saturday 14 Nov · The Burrell Collection
Discover stories behind the museum’s collection through free bite-sized talks, with sessions running throughout the day.
Christmas markets and festive events · Throughout Nov · Various locations
Glasgow’s festive season begins, with seasonal markets and events popping up across the city. Check individual organisers for dates and opening times.
Know about something we’ve missed? Email hello@glasgowirl.com and we’ll add it. We’ll be back with the December round-up at the start of next month.