It's not only Father Christmas who says "Ho! Ho! Ho!" - it's also common amongst gangsta rappers and those who have heard one of my amusing Christmas songs. Here are two of them:
Aunt Matilda by Chris Young Entertains
My Mother's Wooden Tray by Chris Young Entertains
Saturday, 24 December 2011
Saturday, 19 November 2011
Horror and Dread
This weekend is one of horror and dread.
Specifically, I will be conducting another horror walk for Spirit of Glasgow on Saturday, meeting in the Cathedral precinct at 7pm and back for 8pm (there may be space for a few more at a cost of £12 per head).
And on Sunday...
My own personal dread is of failing to assemble adequate words and raiment.
Specifically, I will be conducting another horror walk for Spirit of Glasgow on Saturday, meeting in the Cathedral precinct at 7pm and back for 8pm (there may be space for a few more at a cost of £12 per head).
And on Sunday...
"On Sunday 20th November in the year of 2011, the damned shall be summoned to plead for their souls in verse. Sheriff Dreadful will open the doors of Grim Reality's townhouse the Butterfly & Pig, and demand the accused state their case in the only acceptable way: poetry. A fee of £2 will be defrayed against the costs of production of the Book of the Dread.
Every one of those Summonsed must wear a Mask to hide their hideousness from the Sheriff, his staff and Grim Reality. Any offender who ignores this requirement will be held in contempt of Court and will receive a summary fine of £2:50.
Grim Reality will oversee the trials of these damned souls as they read for their freedom, as they use words to keep the doors of hell closed, to keep the Reaper at bay.
But it is Sheriff Dreadful they must appease. It is he who will make the final judgement. Come the hour cometh the consequences, it is he who will have the final say of life over damnation.
All those deemed to have passed the examination and considered worthy will be entered into the Book of the Dread."
Every one of those Summonsed must wear a Mask to hide their hideousness from the Sheriff, his staff and Grim Reality. Any offender who ignores this requirement will be held in contempt of Court and will receive a summary fine of £2:50.
Grim Reality will oversee the trials of these damned souls as they read for their freedom, as they use words to keep the doors of hell closed, to keep the Reaper at bay.
But it is Sheriff Dreadful they must appease. It is he who will make the final judgement. Come the hour cometh the consequences, it is he who will have the final say of life over damnation.
All those deemed to have passed the examination and considered worthy will be entered into the Book of the Dread."
My own personal dread is of failing to assemble adequate words and raiment.
Monday, 10 October 2011
Miss Smith
I have been rehearsing for this:
It should be good, and it's FREE - so reserve your ticket now!
Wednesday 9 & Thursday 10 November, shows @ 2.00pm & 7.30pm
Pearce Institute, 840-860 Govan Road, Glasgow, G51 3UU
Miss Smith - The Anti-Poverty Musical
Glasgow 2011: a shopping Mecca, re-invented boutique hotels and clubbing heaven, rapidly replacing its industrial ‘hardman’ identity for one of designer clothes and trendy bars. Yet out of town and out of sight little has changed for the majority of Glasgow’s citizens who live in poverty with little hope of change or escape from the townships in which they live. Miss Smith is a drama, music and vocal composition that explores issues of social and economic justice in Glasgow today. Miss Smith uses traditional dances and culture that has either working class or folk backgrounds as a seed to create a gritty, raw, contemporary theatrical event that is spiced with a lightness that captures the rich Glaswegian wit and the complexities of modern-day life in Scotland. Presented by conFAB.
Tickets: FREE. Booking: admin@confab.org.uk or 07811 394 058.
It should be good, and it's FREE - so reserve your ticket now!
Wednesday 9 & Thursday 10 November, shows @ 2.00pm & 7.30pm
Pearce Institute, 840-860 Govan Road, Glasgow, G51 3UU
Miss Smith - The Anti-Poverty Musical
Glasgow 2011: a shopping Mecca, re-invented boutique hotels and clubbing heaven, rapidly replacing its industrial ‘hardman’ identity for one of designer clothes and trendy bars. Yet out of town and out of sight little has changed for the majority of Glasgow’s citizens who live in poverty with little hope of change or escape from the townships in which they live. Miss Smith is a drama, music and vocal composition that explores issues of social and economic justice in Glasgow today. Miss Smith uses traditional dances and culture that has either working class or folk backgrounds as a seed to create a gritty, raw, contemporary theatrical event that is spiced with a lightness that captures the rich Glaswegian wit and the complexities of modern-day life in Scotland. Presented by conFAB.
Tickets: FREE. Booking: admin@confab.org.uk or 07811 394 058.
Wednesday, 21 September 2011
Someday is nearly here...
I'm getting quite excited about this upcoming gig: a brand new venture in Edinburgh, the Someday Supper Club. I will be assisting that great mentalist and magician, Fernando Macaw - paranormal parrot. Also, if I survive that experience (Fernando can be hard work), I will be enlightening the supper-goers with poetry.
Friday 30 September, 8pm-1am
Queen Charlotte Rooms, 56a Queen Charlotte Street, Port of Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7ET
The Someday Supper Club
The club will offer you a retro glamorous evening of entertainment: burlesque, live music, a hearty Scottish supper and a desert island disco finale.
At the debut outing on 30th September, a unique ensemble of entertainers has been lined up for diners: host Pearse O'Halloran, renowned cabaret dancer Verity Power, War of the Wizards winner @ the International MagicFest 2011 Chris Dougall and winner of Glam Slam UK Chris Young.
Tickets (including supper): £21.00, available from www.brownpapertickets.com.
Friday 30 September, 8pm-1am
Queen Charlotte Rooms, 56a Queen Charlotte Street, Port of Leith, Edinburgh EH6 7ET
The Someday Supper Club
The club will offer you a retro glamorous evening of entertainment: burlesque, live music, a hearty Scottish supper and a desert island disco finale.
At the debut outing on 30th September, a unique ensemble of entertainers has been lined up for diners: host Pearse O'Halloran, renowned cabaret dancer Verity Power, War of the Wizards winner @ the International MagicFest 2011 Chris Dougall and winner of Glam Slam UK Chris Young.
Tickets (including supper): £21.00, available from www.brownpapertickets.com.
Saturday, 3 September 2011
I am not Marc Sherland, but...
... I will be hosting Word Play this Wednesday.
Wednesday 7 September, 8pm
Victoria Cafe Bar, Tron Theatre, Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD
WORD PLAY
Open mic opportunity created by the WORD FACTORY.
WORD PLAY is held on the first Wednesday of every month to showcase work coming out of the Factory, whilst also providing a chance for everyone else to participate. Contact Marc Sherland for a reading slot.
Guest MC: Chris Young
Featured Artist: Pauline Valance
Theme: Explorations of the 3rd Dimension.
Entrance: £2 towards our ongoing costs.
Slots: 5 mins max per person.
All performers are advised to rehearse their work and time the presentation prior to appearance.
Wednesday 7 September, 8pm
Victoria Cafe Bar, Tron Theatre, Trongate, Glasgow G1 5HD
WORD PLAY
Open mic opportunity created by the WORD FACTORY.
WORD PLAY is held on the first Wednesday of every month to showcase work coming out of the Factory, whilst also providing a chance for everyone else to participate. Contact Marc Sherland for a reading slot.
Guest MC: Chris Young
Featured Artist: Pauline Valance
Theme: Explorations of the 3rd Dimension.
Entrance: £2 towards our ongoing costs.
Slots: 5 mins max per person.
All performers are advised to rehearse their work and time the presentation prior to appearance.
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