Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn
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On 22 January 2027 at the Tron Theatre in Glasgow City Centre, *Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?* presents an evening dedicated to the songs of Matt McGinn. A cast of performers revisits the legendary folk singer's repertoire, blending sharp social observations with tender ballads and playful family favourites. Delivered in the unmistakable spirit of Glasgow, the concert paints vivid portraits of everyday life while inviting audiences to laugh, reflect, and sing along. The show will highlight both his best-known works and hidden gems, showcasing the craft and humanity that made him a beloved figure in Scottish folk music.
The Songs of Matt McGinn celebrates one of Glasgow’s most distinctive and enduring songwriting voices. Audiences can expect an evening rich in humour, storytelling and song, as a cast of performers revisits the much-loved repertoire of the legendary folk singer whose words captured the character, resilience and wit of working-class Scotland. From sharp social observations and political commentary to tender ballads and playful family favourites, McGinn’s songs continue to resonate across generations. Delivered in the unmistakable language and spirit of Glasgow, they paint vivid portraits of everyday life while inviting audiences to laugh, reflect and sing along. The concert will shine a light on both his best-known works and hidden gems, highlighting the craft and humanity that made him such a beloved figure in Scottish folk music.
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Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn takes place on Friday, 22 January 2027 at 19:30. The event runs until Sunday, 24 January 2027.
Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn is held at Tron Theatre in Glasgow (63 Trongate, Glasgow City Centre G1 5HB).
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Tron Theatre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
Tickets for Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn can be booked via whatsonglasgow.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn
19:30until Sunday, 24 January 2027
Tron Theatre · Glasgow
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On 22 January 2027 at the Tron Theatre in Glasgow City Centre, *Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?* presents an evening dedicated to the songs of Matt McGinn. A cast of performers revisits the legendary folk singer's repertoire, blending sharp social observations with tender ballads and playful family favourites. Delivered in the unmistakable spirit of Glasgow, the concert paints vivid portraits of everyday life while inviting audiences to laugh, reflect, and sing along. The show will highlight both his best-known works and hidden gems, showcasing the craft and humanity that made him a beloved figure in Scottish folk music.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
The Songs of Matt McGinn celebrates one of Glasgow’s most distinctive and enduring songwriting voices. Audiences can expect an evening rich in humour, storytelling and song, as a cast of performers revisits the much-loved repertoire of the legendary folk singer whose words captured the character, resilience and wit of working-class Scotland. From sharp social observations and political commentary to tender ballads and playful family favourites, McGinn’s songs continue to resonate across generations. Delivered in the unmistakable language and spirit of Glasgow, they paint vivid portraits of everyday life while inviting audiences to laugh, reflect and sing along. The concert will shine a light on both his best-known works and hidden gems, highlighting the craft and humanity that made him such a beloved figure in Scottish folk music.
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WhereTron Theatre
63 Trongate, Glasgow City Centre G1 5HB
Before you goFrequently asked questions
When is Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn?
Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn takes place on Friday, 22 January 2027 at 19:30. The event runs until Sunday, 24 January 2027.
Where is Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn taking place?
Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn is held at Tron Theatre in Glasgow (63 Trongate, Glasgow City Centre G1 5HB).
Is there anywhere to stay near Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn?
Yes — hotels within walking distance of Tron Theatre can be compared using the accommodation search further down this page.
How do I get tickets for Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn?
Tickets for Have You Seen My Red Yo-Yo?: The Songs of Matt McGinn can be booked via whatsonglasgow.co.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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