This particular set, recorded at glasgow s apollo theatre, certainly captures a moment in time, when this remarkable band were hitting their stride and reed was creating emotionally honest musical turbulence on stage. Kings theatre glasgow the kings theatre glasgow is one of scotlands most historic and significant theatres. Theatre events in glasgow view all the upcoming theatre events taking place throughout glasgow below or use the calendar to find events taking place on a specific month or date. Get apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland setlists view them, share them, discuss them with other apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland fans for free on. Diddy to chris rock since the apollo has probably exerted a greater influence upon popular culture than any other. Opened as greens playhouse, it shone through the golden age of cinema and ballroom until, for its last 12 years of life, it was the rock venue to. More importantly and emotionally it has always been a. The theatre also has an entrance on vauxhall bridge road. Classic performance from alice cooper recorded live from the apollo theatre glasgow, scotland, feb 19, 1982 on his special forces tour. Glasgows legendary apollo memories of scotlands iconic rock.
Acdc bad boy boogie apollo theatre, glasgow, april 1978. The apollo theaters tour director and ambassador, billy mitchell, traditionally hosts cocacola winter wonderland. This beautifully illustrated book is the companion volume to an. The apollo victoria theatre is a west end theatre on wilton road in the westminster district of london, across from london victoria station. C sheriffs journeys end to richard iii and twelfth night with mark rylance and stephen fry. Check out let there be rock live at the apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland april 1978 by acdc on amazon music. Get the acdc setlist of the concert at apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland on april 30, 1978 from the powerage tour and other acdc setlists for free on setlist. The doormens brutality went down in history at the clashs infamous apollo gig in 1978 with word getting around that it was to be one of the venues last shows.
Broadcast december 28th 1985, i recorded this on scotch betamax l750 tape. Story of the glasgow apollo by russell leadbetter isbn. Rush concert setlist at apollo theatre, glasgow on june 10. It was originally released in the uk and europe on october 1978, in the us on 21 november 1978, and. Ive tidied up the sound a bit but its still a bit rough. Aug 04, 2019 the doormens brutality went down in history at the clashs infamous apollo gig in 1978 with word getting around that it was to be one of the venues last shows. If you want blood youve got it 1,651 words exact match in snippet view article find links to article point, that being raging acdc rock and roll.
The apollo was a rebrand of the previous greens playhouse in the same. Apollo, throughout its history, has always been integral to the uptown community and 125th street, she says. Theatres and halls, past and present, in glasgow, scotland also see edinburgh theatres clydebank theatres. Mar 17, 2020 london theatreland and solt uk theatres close with immediate effect. The 50th anniversary of apollo 11s landing, on 20 july 1969, is being celebrated globally but giant leaps arent necessary for these missions in the uk.
The story of harlems world famous theater fox, ted on. Live at the apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland on the 18th. Apollo memories the glasgow apollo was scotlands premier rock venue. All the more remarkable as it is completely unsubsidised and receives no funding from the scottish arts council and. Its been downloaded over 200 times since it was submitted less than a year ago. Principal doorway of college, from memorials of the old college of glasgow thomas annan. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This is the only full scale history of the world famous apollo theatre. For those of us who werent there backstage or in the audience, this book is the next best thing. Hell aint a bad place to be live at the apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland april 1978. Shirley bassey, diana ross, the who, status quo, tina turner and paul mccartney. They had a vision and with a tremendous amount of hard work and dedication they turned that vision into a reality and created one of the uks leading amateur theatre companies the apollo players. Now heading into its 90th year the theatre has transformed into one of the leading west end venues hosting musicals such as the sound of music with petula clark, camelot with richard harris and fiddler on the roof with topol.
Theatres and halls, past and present, in glasgow, scotland. Glasgow is located on the clyde river, in the lowlands of scotland, near rich coal and iron fields. Discover recipes, home ideas, style inspiration and other ideas to try. The alhambra theatre, glasgow opened on 19 december 1910 at the corner of waterloo street and wellington street, glasgow under the direction of sir alfred butt and was acknowledged as one of the best equipped theatres in britain, planned to accommodate 2,800 people. The apollo was a rebrand of the previous greens playhouse in the same building. Recorded at the glasgow apollo theatre, scotland february 19th 1982 album notes detailed release information coming soon released on vinyl only for record store day in april 2020 as a limited edition of 7000. The doormens brutality went down in history at the clashs infamous apollo gig in. Situated at the top of renfield street, the establishment, which started life as a cinema and ballroom called greens playhouse, attracted and played host to many of the major and up and coming pop and rock bands of the times. This recording is largely unreleased with only three tracks who do you think we are, under my wheels and model citizen being previously released. Formerly known as greens playhouse cinema, the apollo theatre. If you book with tripadvisor, you can cancel up to 24 hours before your tour starts for a full refund. Designed by the architect lewin sharp for owner henry lowenfeld, it became the fourth legitimate theatre to be constructed on the street when it opened its doors on 21 february 1901, with the american musical comedy the belle of bohemia. Get the rush setlist of the concert at apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland on june 10, 1980 from the permanent waves tour and other rush setlists for free on. Apollo theatre, london official box office nimax theatres.
The west end and uk theatre venues shut down until further. View glasgow apollo s concert history along with concert photos, videos, setlists, and more. Welcome to the only website dedicated to the memory of the world famous rock and pop venue, the glasgow apollo. Acdc concert setlist at apollo theatre, glasgow on april 30. Defying all the odds, glasgows pavilion regularly purveys variety to this day. Alice cooper live from the apollo theatre glasgow feb. Additionally, in the spirit of giving, the apollo is a designated location for a toy and book drive benefiting charities servicing children in need. Apollo theatre tickets are known to sell out fast, and sameday tickets may not be available.
Citys renfield street from 1927 to 1985, is closely associated with glasgows history. Get apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland setlists view them, share them, discuss them with other apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland fans for free on setlist. From 1927 until 1985 the glasgow apollo was a landmark in glasgow s architecture and culture. Scottish cinemas and theatres the apollo archive photographs. Music video by acdc performing rock n roll damnation. Glasgows legendary apollo memories of scotlands iconic. The concert history of glasgow apollo glasgow, uk concert. The apollo theatre and the eight days that defined its. It was originally hurtig and seamons new burlesque theater, which enforced a strict whites only policy.
The concert history of the glasgow apollo glasgow, concert. Cowcaddens area in the 1970s glasgow scotland, glasgow, city. The great, the good, the bad and the downright ugly have all played the apollo. Later that evening, young and crazy horse opened their show at the glasgow apollo with the old laughing lady. Opened as a cinema in 1930 the now apollo victoria is a 2,328 capacity theatrical venue brimming with art deco design. Home the glasgow apollo was scotlands premier rock venue.
Apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland concert setlists. Taped from the balcony of the glasgow apollo on my very basic cassette recorder. Kings theatre, glasgow box office buy tickets online atg. The legendary swing of the glasgow apollo balcony or just to recapture the glory days of the sahb christmas shows its all here. Here is some glasgow pictures which i have obtained from a variety of good sources over the years. One of scotlands most historic and significant theatres, kings theatre glasgow opened in 1904 and has played host to top stars and shows ever since. The apollo glasgow news newspapers books scholar jstor december. A musical was first produced in 2009 titled, i was there. The concert history of apollo theatre glasgow, scotland. Photo gallery of glasgow the largest city in scotland photographs of old buildings in glasgow. Glasgow scotland edinburgh family history book glasgow city the good old days holiday travel newcastle old photos places to visit. When it was over, young asked grigor to synchronize the sound and film for later editing. Well known for its christmas pantomimes, it also provides glasgows flourishing amateur groups with a highprofile stage.
Stories of the bands and the fans a brief history of the legendary glasgow venue. The kings theatre and theatre royal glasgow have hosted amazing productions for over a hundred years. Apollo theatre london 2020 all you need to know before. Traces the history of the famous harlem theater, and describes the experiences of the many performers who have appeared there. Presented by alvin stardust with interview clips from status quo, phil collins, b. Apr 08, 2020 one of the most prominent theatres in scotland, the kings theatre dates back to the beginning of the 20th century. Glasgows history traced through its old cinemas glasgows network of movie house landmarks gives a fascinating insight into the citys social history and its love of film, writes alistair.
Glasgow theatres whats on in glasgow theatres online. Noddy holder of slade talks to bbc scotland about the legendary apollo theatre in glasgow. Book your theatre tickets direct at the official box at the theatre. The apollo players was founded in 1966 by a handful of talented. View apollo theatre s concert history along with concert photos, videos, setlists, and more. Aug 01, 2016 reflections on the legendary status of the glasgow apollo theatre 197385, is available on the etheses site of my own institution. Apollo victoria theatre box office buy tickets online. Cinema theatre local history glasgow old photos scotland dancing street view memories cinema movie. A quick lick of paint round its interior though saw the playhouse resurface as the apollo theatre and between then, despite a few changes of ownership it survived on an increasingly shaky peg. Let there be rock live at the apollo theatre, glasgow, scotland. The apollo operated from 5 september 1973 until closure on 16 june 1985 and was glasgow s leading music venue during this period.
The building which later became the apollo theater was built in 1914 and was designed by architect george keister, who also designed the first baptist church in the city of new york. The apollo was a music venue at 126 renfield street in glasgow city centre, scotland. If you want blood youve got it live by acdc on amazon. Glasgows role as a city of music, an outline of glasgows history, its. Backwaterjust take me status quo apollo theatre glasgow duration.
See all 5 apollo theatre tickets and tours on tripadvisor. If you want blood youve got it is the first live album by australian hard rock band acdc, and their only live album with bon scott as lead vocalist. Jul 31, 20 music video by acdc performing bad boy boogie. Since then, this famous london west end stage has a seen a number of iconic productions from r. The apollo theatre is located on shaftesbury avenue, near to piccadilly circus in londons west end. A grade ii listed theatre on shaftesbury avenue, the apollo theatre first opened in 1901 with american musical comedy. Its primarily known for its world class musicals and pantomimes, however also receives many top touring comedies, dance performances and circus productions.
From hit musicals to spine tingling plays our glasgow theatres have something for every taste. Discover whats missing in your discography and shop for apollo theatre, glasgow releases. Mar 14, 2015 new book celebrates glasgows iconic music venues. Apollo theatre, glasgow, april 1978 c 2007 leidseplein presse b. Academy still in use alexandra music hall alexandra theatre alhambra theatre alston street playhouse the athenaeum athenaeum theatre royal colosseum theatre and opera house still in theatrical use. Lou reed live at apollo theatre glasgow, sep 24, 1973 at. Among the artists who appeared in the days of the apollo theatre were. For the chance to experience a show at this popular west end. The pavilion theatre is now the only privately run theatre in scotland and one of a few unsubsidised independent theatres left in britain.
Opened in 1930 as a cinema and variety theatre, the apollo victoria became a venue for musical theatre, beginning with the sound of music in 1981, and including the longrunning. Welcome to the glasgow theatre guide, book theatre tickets, find out whats on and all theatre information. New book celebrates glasgows iconic music venues the scotsman. Who played when the glasgow apollo was scotlands premier rock venue. Between 1973 and 1985, the apollo theatre in glasgow was one of scotlands leading concert venues. Acdcs concert at the apollo theatre in glasgow, scotland on 30 april 1978 was used for the live tracks it. Ted fox has given a precious gift to all who are passionate about this music. Where there are performances on a sunday, the box office will open from 10am until the start of the final performance of the day. View the glasgow apollo s concert history along with concert photos, videos, setlists, and more.
Explore releases from the apollo theatre, glasgow label. Acdc bad boy boogie apollo theatre, glasgow, april 1978wakey wakey. Written in a similar style to the legs mcneils please kill me oral history of punk rock this is a very satisfying book. The apollo theatre is a grade ii listed west end theatre, on shaftesbury avenue in the city of westminster, in central london. Showtime at the apollo is a great readfun, fast, and entertaining. Photos of apollo theatre in glasgow, gb cinema treasures. The apollo theatre with the billy connolly advertisement. Old rutherglen images scotland travel, glasgow, glasgow. West end and regional shows have been postponed until further notice as the corona crisis rages on with europe now at the epicentre. The apollo theatre and the eight days that defined its status in glasgow history heres our list of some gigs we found online that you can turn up the volume on and enjoy or reminisce about if.
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