Latest news with #StillGame
Scotsman
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Up close and personal with Still Game's Gavin Mitchell in Bathgate
Gavin Mitchell, who played Boabby the Barman in BBC and Netflix's Still Game, is heading to the Reconnect Regal Theatre in Bathgate on Friday 27th June with his latest production, Look Who It Isnae – An Audience with Gavin Mitchell. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... Gavin, an acclaimed actor and comedian, became a household name after playing the role of Boabby the Barman in Still Game across nine series, receiving the 'Best Actor' award at the Scottish Comedy Awards 2019 for his role along the way. He has also starred in comedy television shows Velvet Soup and Happy Hollidays, as well as the comedy-drama film Being Human, with Robin Williams. Away from comedy, Gavin has appeared in TV dramas such as Monarch of the Glen and The Field of Blood. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Gavin is now embarking on an intimate tour, presenting an up close and personal show where audiences will be taken on a journey through his illustrious 30 plus year career in entertainment. With behind-the-scenes stories and insight from years of working in theatre, film, TV and radio, this is a chance for fans to engage with a beloved figure in Scottish entertainment. There are even a limited number of VIP meet and greet tickets available, giving a handful of fans the opportunity to meet Gavin in-person before the show. Gavin Mitchell - Look Who It Isnae - Show Image 1 Ahead of his show, Gavin said, "I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to share stories from my glorious career, whilst spilling the beans on all the behind-the-scenes gossip from Still Game. It's going to be an unforgettable experience for the fans, and for me as well!"
BBC News
5 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Peregrine falcon chicks hatch on Glasgow University tower
The University of Glasgow has named its two new peregrine falcons chicks Jack and Victor after the lead characters from BBC Scotland sitcom Still birds of prey hatched on the rooftop of the Gilbert Scott tower last university said the falcon parents Bonnie and Clyde, who are officially considered staff at the university, have nested on the rooftop of the tower each spring since were named in reference to the phrase "Bonnie Scotland" and for the River Clyde - as well as the notorious crime duo. The university installed cameras in the nesting area at the top of the Gilbert Scott tower and saw the eggs appearing to move last and Victor hatched on 27 April and the Glasgow Peregrine Project said it observed a "big change" in Bonnie and Clyde's behaviour at the project is led by the Scottish Ornithologists' Club, the University of Glasgow and the RSPB, with support from a number of other groups.A spokesperson said: "Once peregrine chicks hatch, the adults (especially the female) become fiercely protective, chasing away any threat including birds, mammals, and even humans."The parents "worked hard" to feed the chicks over the following weeks to keep up with their growing appetites. Last week, staff scaled the 278 feet (85m) tall Gilbert Scott tower to the rooftop so that the chicks could be tagged, weighed and swabbed for rings were fitted to their legs which contained tiny electronic microchips that act like allows researchers to identify and track the birds throughout their lives so they can gather data on survival, movement and university previously welcomed four peregrine falcon chicks on the tower last year. Clarke Elsby, building surveyor at the University of Glasgow, said: "We're keen that Bonnie and Clyde, and now Jack and Victor, are kept in the best possible condition while sharing their stories with our Glasgow community."Thanks to this project, we're not only preserving these remarkable residents, we're also inspiring a new generation of wildlife enthusiasts across the city."John Simpson, Clyde area bird recorder, said: "We're delighted to be able to contribute to the work of the Glasgow Peregrine Project, and today's work was vital in following the stories of Bonnie and Clyde."In recent years the Glasgow Peregrine Project has held peregrine watches at the university, allowing people to see the birds in their nest.
The National
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Police warn public not to approach missing man last seen in Edinburgh
The 29-year-old is described as being around 5ft 8ins, thin build with blonde hair. READ MORE: Still Game actor among stars backing TV festival letting public pick next big show
The National
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- The National
Glasgow Telly Festival flips script with one-minute pilots
As part of the inaugural event, people in Glasgow will be able to see actors from some of the country's most beloved TV shows, like Still Game, in short one-minute pitches in a bid to unearth the country's next big series. The festival, which is the brainchild of Scottish author, producer and screenwriter Claire Duffy, aims to shine a spotlight on Scotland's TV sector and has been backed industry stalwarts like actors Dawn Steele, Blythe Duff, Colin McCredie, Joe McFadden and Shauna Macdonald, along with presenter Carol Smillie and Still Game and Chewin' The Fat Director Michael Hines. Originally from Glasgow, Duffy has worked across film and TV for more than 20 years and across the world, including London, Vancouver, and Stockholm, and has launched the festival after always being 'frustrated' by the industry. READ MORE: Scottish screenwriter pays tribute to Palestinian journalist killed by Israeli strike Duffy said: 'I had come up with this idea to look at sort of different ways of getting projects straight to audiences, which I think is something that the industry badly needs right now.' The one-minute pilots, which there are 57 confirmed to be shown so far, are designed to cut out the middleman of pitching to executives who are 'incredibly risk-averse' and are aimed at seeing what the Scottish public really wants to see on their screens. Duffy envisioned the project as a version of the industry where creatives just came together and 'jammed' like a bunch of friends in a band. And according to her, that's exactly what has happened. 'I keep calling it the playing to manky pubs and student unions,' Duffy (below) said. (Image: Shots by Sherrie) 'It's the level of the industry where new talent, but also new ideas from established talent, can just get out there into the world and start to be developed and start to see if people are interested in it. 'I just think that it's so much more robust than what we do right now.' People will be able to watch the short pilots in around 20 pubs and cafes in Glasgow and will be able to simply say if they like or didn't like what they watched by voting on the festival's dedicated app. According to Duffy, the pilots have been created by Scottish filmmakers from across the industry, ranging from students all the way to veterans of the industry, and cover 'almost every genre'. The guerilla-style campaign is also a response to how Scottish TV reflects the country's society, which Duffy said there is very little that actually authentically represents Scots on the small screen. 'There's really precious little,' she said. 'Even more so with the sort of imminent end of River City. 'There's very little that Scottish people can look at on screen and see actual, authentic representations of all of the wonderful sides that make up Scotland, and that really resonates with us. 'I always say that you switch on the TV to watch something Scottish, and you've either got sexy Jacobites or gloomy crime drama. 'And we're so much more than both of those.' Duffy argued that although there is a place for 'sexy Jacobites or gloomy crime drama,' it is also 'really important' for Scottish people to have TV series that they can relate to. She added that series like Taggart and Still Game are great examples of TV programmes which have gone down well with Scottish audiences due to them being more authentic in their representation, but highlight that they are around a decade old. 'I don't know when I've seen a Glasgow that I really truly recognise on screen, and I think that's a problem,' she said. Duffy believes that by including audiences right at the beginning of projects will help offer invaluable insight into creating shows that Scots will want to watch. 'People out there in the world, the audiences, are just looking for something to entertain them. 'They are so much more open-minded and discerning and sophisticated than the powers that be often give them credit for.' Duffy said that at the end of the festival, she aims to take all the data that is collected from those who vote and develop the 'real standouts' into future projects to be shown on digital platforms. A series of events at the Glasgow Telly Festival will be held across the city, from May 29 to June 1, putting Scotland's talented writers, producers, directors, and actors centre stage. Other planned events include rehearsed readings - where audiences can watch live performances of TV pilots - with the opening event co-hosted by Scottish Producers Circle's Maureen Hascoet. There will also be the TV equivalent of an open-mic night, where actors, writers, and directors will perform short pilots of new drama series in front of an audience who will get to decide which ones they'd want to see more of. You can click here for tickets and more information for events.
Glasgow Times
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Glasgow Times
Still Game stars share secrets behind their iconic scene
Still Game creators, Greg Hemphill and Ford Kiernan, delighted fans by sharing the story behind the Glasgow show's celebrated p*** pot skit. The pair, who played best mates Jack Jarvis Esq and Victor McDade, posted the revelation on their shared Instagram account, tied to their blended Scotch whisky brand, Jack & Victor, which they launched in 2021 in homage to their much-loved alter egos. READ MORE: Legendary band announce UK tour leg - with only one Scottish date The distilled spirit was a crowd-pleaser from day one and has remained a sales phenomenon since its May 2021 debut. While watching the show, the pair shared a few secrets—not just how they came up with the idea, but also what was really in the pot. Greg Hemphill said: "We used to write at Ford's house. "He had a big carpet and we used to take turns going and making the tea. "Whenever one of us came in, pretty much about once every two weeks, one of us would pretend to trip on the carpet and throw an empty cup over the other." Despite knowing the joke, they never tired of catching each other off guard. This eventually inspired the writing of the popular scene. Ford admitted that when it came to going bigger, they stuck to one rule—do it the Still Game way He said: "The way to top out on that is to fill a big pot with p*** and throw it over your pal." However, in a bid to manage fans' curiosity, Hemphill put an end to the speculation of what was actually in the pot. He explained: "It's apple juice, apple juice and orange juice, because that was what they put in it to make it 'aw cloudy'." READ MORE: Noughties popstar shares love for Glasgow ahead of Hydro gig The joke went down well with fans, who were quick to comment on their excitement. One fan admitted: "Doesn't matter how many times I see that bit, it's still funny." Another commenter expressed hope that the duo could collaborate again, saying: "I love Still Game, hopefully, Ford and Greg can do another show." While a third fan added: "That'll be me away to binge it again." Jack and Victor's drink is described as "wonderfully balanced" with flavours of sweet malted barley, honeyed orchard fruits, vanilla and oak spice, and a delicate peat smokiness.
