from £130
Glasgow • United Kingdom
The Art School Union
The New School Arnold Hall, West 13th Street, Glasgow, 10011 Open in Google Maps
The Art School Union, Glasgow, hosts 1 upcoming event on 24 Sep 2026, with tickets from £130. General admission from £164.86.
Tickets from £130
On sale now 1 upcoming event
Upcoming shows and schedule
Across September 2026, The Art School Union hosts 1 upcoming event. Featured headliner is Arkells. Tickets currently start from £130.
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Upcoming events at The Art School Union
How much are tickets at The Art School Union?
The lowest price each part of the house has been listed at across 1 upcoming date. Seats are sold by individual block, so a specific date may differ.
| Where you sit | Tickets from | Dates listed |
|---|---|---|
| General admission | £164.86 | 1 |
What time do doors open at The Art School Union?
The main entrance is directly on Canal Street, clearly marked with the venue's signage. Queue lines form outside, generally managed by stanchions, and can extend along the sidewalk during popular events.
Most upcoming dates start at 19:00 (1 of 1 listed date); each event page carries its own start time.
Door times vary by event — check your ticket or the venue's own website on the day.
About The Art School Union: Layout, History & Architecture
The Art School Union, originally constructed in 1905 as the 'Union Electric Works' factory, underwent a comprehensive adaptive reuse project completed in 2018. The architectural style blends its original industrial functionalism – characterized by expansive brick walls, exposed steel girders, and significant ceiling height – with contemporary interventions. The main auditorium maintains a largely open-plan configuration, offering a maximum standing capacity of 1,500. A steel-framed mezzanine, spanning the rear and sides of the hall, provides a seated capacity for 300, offering elevated sightlines over the main floor.
The stage is a fixed, raised platform, approximately 1.2 meters high. While the open design generally ensures unobstructed views from most positions on the ground floor, sightlines from directly behind supporting pillars for the mezzanine can be partially impeded. Acoustically, the hall's hard surfaces and considerable ceiling height mean a natural resonance is present. While this can lend an expansive quality to sound, the venue relies heavily on its installed, multi-array PA system for precise sound reinforcement and clarity across the space. The mezzanine seating areas typically receive a more direct sound field, offering a different auditory experience from the ground level.
The Live Experience & Current Schedule
Entry to The Art School Union is managed through the main doors on Canal Street, where queues typically form under a sheltered canopy. Upon passing through security, attendees enter a spacious, industrial-chic foyer featuring two dedicated bars serving a range of beverages. The ground floor transforms into a dense standing pit during high-capacity events, fostering a direct and energetic connection with the stage. Those seeking a less physically immersive experience or an elevated vantage point will appreciate the mezzanine, where tiered seating offers clear sightlines over the main crowd and performance area. The atmosphere typically reflects the genre of the performance, from focused attentiveness during spoken-word events to an uninhibited energy during live music sets. With 1 live performances scheduled, upcoming entry prices start from £130. The next confirmed event on the calendar is Arkells on 24th September 2026.
How do I get to The Art School Union, Glasgow?
The Art School Union is at The New School Arnold Hall, West 13th Street, Glasgow, 10011. Open in Google Maps
By train and tube
The nearest subway hub is Canal Street Station, serving the N, Q, R, W lines (Broadway exit), the J, Z lines (Centre Street exit), and the 6 line (Lafayette Street exit). From any of these exits, the venue is a 4-minute walk west along Canal Street.
By bus
Several MTA bus routes provide convenient access. The M20 (South Ferry - Lincoln Center), M55 (South Ferry - Midtown), and M103 (City Hall - East Harlem) all have stops within a 2-minute walk of the venue on Canal Street, specifically at the intersections of Canal St/Lafayette St and Canal St/Broadway.
By car and parking
Public parking is available at several garages in the vicinity. The LAZ Parking facility at 295 Canal Street and the Icon Parking Systems garage at 200 Canal Street are both within a 3-minute walk. Expect high hourly rates, typically ranging from $25-40 for a few hours. Advance booking via apps like SpotHero or ParkWhiz is strongly advised to secure a space and potentially reduce costs, as street parking is highly restricted and competitive.
Entry and security
The main entrance is directly on Canal Street, clearly marked with the venue's signage. Queue lines form outside, generally managed by stanchions, and can extend along the sidewalk during popular events. A standard bag search and metal detector screening are in effect. Large bags, backpacks, and professional camera equipment are not permitted. Patrons are advised to arrive 30-45 minutes before the advertised door time to ensure ample time for entry and to secure preferred viewing positions, especially for general admission standing events.