Yoruba Sonic — ‘a powerful tribute to the resilience and creativity of the African diaspora’
Yoruba Sonic was a vibrant and immersive event that beautifully blended academic research with rich cultural performances. The atmosphere was warm and welcoming, with a diverse mix of audio recordings, African dance, drumming, and live performances. The artists delivered captivating explorations of African knowledge systems and embodied cultural expressions. The event, supported by the University of Glasgow, offered a powerful tribute to the resilience and creativity of African and diaspora communities, making for an enriching and unforgettable experience. Here are some snapshots from the event.
Art on Your Doorstep: Unveiling Southside’s Creative Spaces During Glasgow International
The 10th iteration of Glasgow International commenced on June 7th and continues through Sunday, June 23rd, 2024. As customary, the festival unfolds across the city, encompassing Glasgow's Southside. Resident and photographer Laura reflects on her experience exploring three lively exhibitions at Tramway, Queen’s Park Glasshouse and Celine on Victoria Road.
Take Me Somewhere Returns In 2023 [AD]
The international biennial festival, Take Me Somewhere, returns to Glasgow for the first time since 2019. Performances will take place across the city with many site-specific installations, including at Tramway, from 13 to 28 October 2023.
Places to visit in the Southside as part of Glasgow Doors Open Days
The annual event, which this year runs 12th-18th September, celebrates Glasgow’s heritage and culture by throwing open the doors of over 100 historic buildings to the public, for free.
Set the SEEN - Bringing Invisible Illness into the Spotlight
Rhiannon Davies meets the organisers of Set the SEEN a new community festival for Govanhill that highlights and celebrates invisible illness.