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The Art School

The Art School is a unique centre for the arts in Glasgow. The biggest international acts and those in the first stages of individual experimentation will find that music, performance and artistic expression are represented and nurtured here in incomparable style. Amid the changing cultural landscape of Glasgow, The Art School has maintained both a physical and creative presence, flourishing within its Scott Street walls, where it has boldly remained since 1930. Values of innovation, inclusivity and quality have enabled the venue, and those beliefs made manifest within its structure, to remain and regenerate. In its most recent incarnation The Art School has developed its Audio-Visual capabilities and production possibilities to ensure that the most ambitious thoughts and projects can be regularly realised with a quality of sound, light and space to match expectation. The Art School serves as both the beating heart of the Glasgow School of Art Students’ Association and a world-class music and events venue, meaning that whatever your passion you will find a home in this most iridescent institution. The Vic Bar & Cafe at The Art School is situated opposite the historic Mackintosh building. The Vic, as it's affectionately known, was built in 1928 and retains it's iconic original facade. After an extensive refurbishment in 2013, the Vic has become one of the best equipped contemporary dining, music and arts spaces in Glasgow. Serving up a delicious and affordable selection of international cuisine with South African, Vietnamese, Indian and Italian flourishes.

What's On @ The Art School

Jacob Alon

Jacob Alon

27 May 2025 - 5 Jun 2025

Alon began writing songs in school as a way of making friends laugh but never considered a career in music possible until much later. While studying medicine at university, Jacob found themselves deeply confused and unhappy, only finding joy when making music.
Alice Faye
Folk
Music

Alice Faye

19 May 2025 - 29 Aug 2025

With a timeless yet fresh voice, Alice creates intricate musical tapestries, infusing every note with her evocative approach to storytelling. Recognised as the Best Acoustic Act at the Scottish Alternative Music Awards in 2023 and nominated for Sound Of Scotland 2024, Alice recently supported Rufus Wainwright and counts the likes of Nick Lowe, Belle & Sebastien and Nadine Shah as fans, further solidifying her status as one of Scotland's most promising new musical talents. Presented by Akira Live. This is a 16+ event.
Belle Époque @VicBar: Telekinephews + Sloblin + Bojangles + Moonsoup
The lionised Vic Bar, once the meeting ground for Scotland’s top cultural exports including Travis, Franz Ferdinand, Belle & Sebastian, Camera Obscura and The View closed its portal to the future of the arts back in 2014. Gone were the days of freaky live acts in costumes, an incredible array of experimental personalities and the expectation of a night to respect the unexpected. Until now that is. January 23, 2025, marked a significant moment, patching up the torn knee of Glasgow’s tartan skinnies with the reopening of the Vic Bar. On Saturday 17th of May the first instalment of alternative gig nights re-enters the union with Belle Époque. Belle Époque is a new series of events created by DIY music enthusiasts Telekinephews and their event label Big Nephew Music. These events aim to revive the soul of eclectic arts music, channelling the energy of the city’s creative roots and reintroducing The Vic Bar as the heart of Glasgow's underground scene. This series is a direct successor to Dream Fest, the sold-out micro-festival held at the Gallowgate’s multi-arts venue The Dream Machine (RIP January 25).

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