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| The globally renowned Tramway Theatre
in the South Side of Glasgow is a cutting-edge venue that showcases
contemporary visual and performing art. This Glasgow theatre is highly
acclaimed for its commitment to hosting the most innovative and authentic
work by Scottish and international artists alike. The Tramway's distinguished
character and the history of the building have ensured that it is
in the forefront to produce and display the best works in the world
of contemporary art. |
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| The building dates back to 1893 when it
opened as Copelawhill Tram Shed, serving as Glasgow's principal tram
depot and workshop. Subsequently, The Tramway Building was home to
Glasgow's Transport Museum from the 1960s following the demise of
trams and in 1986, the City council relocated the museum to a larger
venue at Glasgow's Kelvin Hall. Sadly, this monumental edifice faced
threat of demolition and in 1988; the Tramway Organisation was launched
saving this magnificent building and reviving it to its former glory.
The first performances at the Tramway were Peter Brook's Mahabhatara, his only UK performance at that time. In 1989, acclaimed British sculptor staged the Tramway's main gallery space with his internationally renowned, Snowballs in Summer. From 1990 onwards, new works in performing and visual arts have been commissioned, creating scope for local artists to stage their work in an international context. Douglas Gordon's 24 Hours Psycho and Christine Borland's exhibition, From Life were both commissioned by the Tramway in 1993 and 1994 respectively. During the 1990s, The Tramway's 'Dark Light' commissions programme supported well-established theatre companies, namely, Suspect Culture, Cryptic, Theatre Babel and Boilerhouse. Each of them pushed the limits of experimentation and innovation and at the same time, bringing a new dimension for theatre and performance for the 21st Century. The Tramway Theatre was awarded National Lottery Funding for an extensive refurbishment programme of this vast building and in June 2000; the venue opened its doors with improved facilities and extended exhibition spaces, better-equipped theatre, café bar, rehearsal rooms and workshop spaces. Since then, The Tramway has aimed to maintain and increase its reputation as a leading venue of contemporary visual art. For more information about the Tramway's events and exhibitions, please contact us by using the telephone number above. Below is guide to events in October and November 2005. |
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15 Belhaven Terrace Glasgow, G12 OTG Scotland, UK
Tel: 0141 339 3222
Fax: 0141 339 2212
E-mail: Glasgow Hotel
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