Kelvin Hall
The Lotus Club: Japanese Documentary Series (May)
- Tickets
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Free - ticket required
- Dates and times
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29th May 2024
6:00PM - 7:30PM
- Age
- Adult
- Venue
A lotus flower grows out of the mud and blossoms above the muddy surface of the water. What can be seen above the muddy surface of Japan and Scotland, in the eyes of two Glasgow-based Japanese journalists?
Our new monthly 'Lotus Club' will screen a selection of documentaries, with opportunities for discussion too.
May Screenings
“Design Kimono - Koji Yoshie” (2017, 28 mins)
Koji Yoshie regards himself as a traditional craftsman. He talks about the basics of kimono design and the future of kimono industry.
“Live a tradition in Maramures, Romania” (2014, 26 mins)
Loan Pop, a folk singer, talks about why improvisation is the key to maintaining traditional songs.
Total running time: 54 mins
Free, but please book your place here.
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By train
Kelvin Hall is around 20 minutes walk from Partick Station
Subway
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By bus
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Kelvin Hall is situated on Argyle Street, around 6 minutes from the M8.
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