EXHIBITIONS
4 April – 1
June
Local Heroes:
The Art of the
Graphic Novel
The evolution of the graphic
novel as a ‘serious artform’, from its humble beginnings in newspaper cartoon
strips and superhero comics, has been rapid and revolutionary. Its influence in
cinema, popular culture and literature is beyond doubt, while the subject
matter of illustrated works grows increasingly diverse. This exhibition draws
on material from the Library’s vast collections to tell the story of how comics
have ‘grown up’ over the past 40 years, and the influential role Scots artists
and writers have played. The Broons,
the superheroes and villains of Marvel comics and international work such as Tintin and Japanese Manga all feature, alongside the seminal work of
Alan Moore, Art Speigelman and Frank Miller. Scottish artists featured include
Grant Morrison, Alan Grant and Cam Kennedy, whose original artwork from the
graphic novel adaptation of Kidnapped will
also be on show. Put your creativity to the test with a host of interactive
exercises.
Opening Hours: 10am
to 8pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm Saturday and 2pm to 5pm Sundays
19 April – 22
June
Films from the
Empire Exhibition
Venue: The Lighthouse, 11 Mitchell Street, Glasgow
To mark the 70th anniversary
of the 1938 Empire Exhibition held in Bellahouston Park, The Lighthouse and Scottish Screen Archive present a selection
of rare documentary and amateur films, recording the exhibition and its place
in Glasgow's cultural history, as part of a larger
city-wide series of events.
For further details visit: www.thelighthouse.co.uk. Tel: 0141 221 6362
On permanently
The John Murray
Archive
Lord Byron, Charles Darwin
and David Livingstone were just a few of the figures found in this remarkable
publisher’s archive that shaped the world as we know it. State-of-the art
technology brings their work, personalities and ideas to life. In April, Jane
Austen gets her turn in the spotlight. Learn how these people contributed to
one of the greatest periods of human progress and creativity and see if you
could publish your own international bestseller.
Opening Hours: 10am
to 8pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm Saturday and 2pm to 5pm Sundays
EVENTS
Booking essential for free
events.
Events Line: 0131 623 4675
or e-mail [email protected]
Wednesday 9
April 7pm
Illustrated
talk
Cam Kennedy and
Alan Grant in
Conversation
Meet the creators of the
graphic novel versions of Kidnapped and Jekyll and Hyde, and comic book
veterans of 2000AD fame. Who were their early influences? How did they get into
the world of comics? How has the political climate around comics changed? Chair:Hanna Sommerseth
Sunday 13 April 3pm
Venue: Edinburgh Filmhouse, Lothian Road, Edinburgh.
Tickets: Tickets and info: 0131 228 2688 and
www.filmhousecinema.com.
Scottish Screen
Archive on Tour
Ruth Washbrook presents a
specially curated programme, looking at some of the key events of the 20th
century, as shown on film. Watch rare footage of Edinburgh, made available with support from the Heritage
Lottery Fund.
Tuesday 15
April 1pm
Illustrated
talk
Getting to
Grips with Graphic Novels, Comics and Manga
Dr Mel Gibson talks about
the history of the comics, and how parents, children and professionals can gain
the most from their understanding and involvement with this fascinating medium.
Thursday 17
April 8pm
Venue: Queen’s Hall, Clerk Street,
Edinburgh.
Tickets: £7.50, £9.50 and £12.50 from QH Box Office on
0131 668 2019 and [email protected]
Concert
A' Adam's
Bairns
Commemorating 200 years
since the abolition of the slave trade, this concert features contemporary folk
adaptations of songs based on the Library’s music manuscript collections,
arranged by Dr Fred Freeman. The show explores Scotland's history as a multicultural society struggling
to maintain its egalitarian values. An impressive line-up of singers includes
Rod Paterson, Tich Frier, Nick Keir, Steve Byrne, John Morran, Ross Kennedy,
Dave Taylor, Emily Smith, Wendy Weatherby and Gillian McDonald accompanied by
Sandy Brechin, Aaron Jones, Frank McLaughlin, Stevie Lawrence, Shona Mooney,
Richard Werner and Chris Agnew.
The A’ Adam’s Bairns project is
supported by the Heritage Lottery Fund.
Wednesday
23 April 7pm
Illustrated
talk
Metaphrog in
Conversation
Graphic novelists Metaphrog
(Sandra Marrs and John Chalmers) have been working together for over a decade.
Creators of the critically acclaimed Louis series, they have received
prestigious Eisner and Ignatz award nominations, and have collaborated with the
renowned FatCat record label.They are currently working on a new book, Louis -
Night Salad. Chair: Lisa Otty.
Thursday 24
April 2pm
Tickets: Tickets and info available from Hamilton Town
House Library: 01698 452122.
Scottish Screen
Archive at Hamilton Library
The Scottish Screen Archive
presents a special film show as part of Local History Week. Key events from the
20th century feature alongside special footage of the South Lanarkshire area.
Friday 25 April 2pm
Tour
Meet Your Local
Heroes
Curator John Birch gives a
guided tour of the exhibition. Go behind the scenes and learn more about your
favourite comics and graphic novels, and their creators.
Tuesday 29
April 7pm
Illustrated
talk
From Electric
Soup to Superman
Meet Scottish graphic artist
Vincent Deighan, the man behind the pseudonym Frank Quitely. Quitely is the
creator of the underground comix title Electric Soup and The Greens (a
parody of The Broons). He has also illustrated Neil Gaiman’s Sandman: Endless Nights and DC Comics’ All Star Superman, and was responsible for The Batman:The Scottish Connection. Chair: Lisa Otty.
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