Crime drama written by Glasgow doorman to screen at TV festival
The festival, which runs from May 29 to June 1, is the creation of Scottish author, producer, and screenwriter Claire Duffy.
It aims to spotlight Glasgow's TV talent while driving change to help the crisis-hit Scottish TV industry.
Now, a new event has been added to the festival line-up.
On Saturday, May 31, there will be a Q&A and special screening event of the Glasgow crime drama Concrete Jungle.
The drama, which has attracted a large audience on STV Player since its release, was written by former Glasgow doorman Anton O'Donnell.
Anton will appear at the special Glasgow screening to discuss the creation of his hit show.
Some of the cast of Concrete Jungle, including writer Anton O'Donnell (Image: Supplied)
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This adds to the long list of events planned for the festival, including the Glasgow Telly Legends Pick of the Pilots Event on Thursday, May 29, from 7.30pm to 9pm at Maison by Glaschu.
A host of Scottish TV talent, including actors Colin McCredie, Blythe Duff, Sanjeev Kohli, Jordan Young, Karen Bartke, Chris Forbes, Siobhan Redmond, and Maureen Beattie, are involved in the festival activities and events.
The festival will feature a series of events across the city, spotlighting Glasgow's writers, producers, directors, and actors.
The Glasgow public, known for its direct feedback, will be key to spotting potential TV hits through an innovative audience feedback app.
The festival opens with a panel discussion from stars and creators of some of the most iconic Glasgow series.
The final cast has also been revealed for the TV Pilot Open Mic Night, taking place at BAAD on Sunday, June 1, from 2pm to 4pm.
Read more: Scottish TV stars back first-ever Glasgow Telly Festival
Claire Duffy, founder and organiser of the festival, said: "The level of interest in the festival has been incredible, and quite overwhelming.
"From TV talent who want to be involved, to people supporting from behind the scenes, it's been wonderful to see the strength of community that exists within the Scottish TV industry.
"The whole idea behind all of the events is to give actors, directors, and writers - all at any stage of their career - the chance to showcase their work, and to really bring audiences into the fold to share their views.
"I have no doubt that, collectively over time, we can bring creativity, opportunity, and prosperity back into the Scottish TV industry, and the Glasgow Telly Festival is just the start of what will be a very exciting journey."
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