15th February 2022 - The Glasgow Guardian



From the page to the stage: capturing the essence of books in screen adaptations

15th February 2022

Divya explores what is gained and lost when translating between different mediums: literature and cinema/television. *Spoiler alert* Content warning: Suicide My standard response after watching several adaptations of great books has long been: “The book was better.” However, the 2020 series Normal People served to challenge that view by being nearly as good as the ...


Where are all the statues of women in Glasgow?

15th February 2022

Melanie Goldberg guides us through the few statues of women in Glasgow, and offers suggestions for those who deserve equal commemoration.  Glasgow is often revered for its artistic reputation, a fact emphasised by the fair share of successful alumni from the Glasgow School of Art. Another notable aspect of Glasgow is the abundance of statues. ...


A toast to Sondheim and his contribution to musical theatre

15th February 2022

In light of his recent passing, Micaela reflects on the prolific career of musical genius Stephen Sondheim. It’s impossible to look back at the state of theatre in 2021 without honoring the passing of Stephen Sondheim. Discussing modern musical theatre in general is impossible to do without acknowledging the impact of Sondheim’s work. Mentored by ...


The RSC’s Afrofuturistic Much Ado About Nothing faces backlash

15th February 2022

Artistic director Erica Whyman speaks up on the racist comments after the performance’s cast was announced. The Royal Shakespeare Company’s upcoming production of Much Ado About Nothing, the bard’s classic comedy of love and divided loyalties, will take on an Afrofuturist style, and star an all-black cast. This has led to some backlash, and comments ...


Buchanan Galleries shopping centre to be demolished

15th February 2022

The demolition of the 23-year-old shopping centre is to open up space for offices, homes and more shops. Glasgow shopping centre Buchanan Galleries is set to be demolished and replaced with a new multi-purpose development featuring retail, leisure and office space as well as a residential area.  Glasgow City Council is considering financing the project ...


PODCAST: Weekly Round Up

15th February 2022

Episode 8: Weekly Round-Up, 14 February 2022. Join Fraser with Kimberley, David and Lucy on this week’s biggest stories on the UCU staff strikes, Scotland’s drug policy, yet another Boris-Party-picture and the conversation around footballers’ ethics! Get in touch with your thoughts! Click here to listen....


First ever UofG Arts Ball announced

15th February 2022

Students of the Arts can look forward to the first ever Arts Ball this March. The first ever ball for students in the University of Glasgow’s College of Arts is to be held on 23 March at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel. The event is open to students in the School of Critical Studies; School ...


SRC reiterate endorsement for strikes

15th February 2022

The SRC have reiterated their endorsement for the 10-day UCU strikes which began today (Monday 14 February) following a dispute between University staff over pension cuts, lower pay, failing equality standards and worsening work conditions. Their reiterated endorsement was made on Twitter, where they provided a link to their original statement on the strikes from ...