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Tom Cox @dj-acid-reflux.bsky.social · 2d

I'm giving away this signed 1st edition h/b of my new novel (it has a tiny jacket rip which means I wouldn't sell it) to one person who reposts this.

You might like it if you like:
Folkloric creatures
Old records
Intricate psychedelic stories
The idea of circular time

All shares much-appreciated.

Joe McLaren's fabulous cover for Everything Will Swallow You

A close up of the small tear on this first edition of Everything Will Swallow You

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Zack Polanski @zackpolanski.bsky.social · Sep 6

Build council homes.

Treat people with dignity.

The threat isn't the migrants - it's the wealth of the super rich.

And the media outlets and the politicians who protect their power.

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Anthony Binns @anthonybinns.bsky.social · Aug 8

Remembering #otd d.1856 Fulham, British actress, singer & impresario Madame Vestris, pioneer of cross-dressing 'belt n breeches' roles & independent female business management 👉bit.ly/3Z18zPz @youngalison.bsky.social @womenknowhistory.bsky.social @billyrough.bsky.social @theatreresearch.bsky.social

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Dr Eilidh Innes @eilidhdaisy.bsky.social · Aug 7

Great event at the Lambeth Archives with the British Music Hall Society. Always excited to see anything on The Grecian Saloon in Shoreditch. #BritishMusicHallSociety #LambethArchives

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British Music Hall Society @musichallsociety.bsky.social · Aug 7

Getting ready for our very 1st SOLD OUT ‘Archive on Show’ event today at our new home @lambetharchives.bsky.social
#MusicHall #Variety #archive

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British Music Hall Society @musichallsociety.bsky.social · Aug 6

A new exhibition at Lancaster Maritime Museum showcases stories of black entertainers from Morecambe’s golden era, featuring items from the BMHS Archive. Researched by Kirsty Roberts, she will be ‘In the Limelight’ at the Water Rats on October 21, 2025. Booking link: buff.ly/KcC0Rtu

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Anthony Binns @anthonybinns.bsky.social · Jul 17

For those interested in theatre, circus & music hall history, Part 2 of my blog on early 19th century comedian 'Joe Cowell in America' is now online 👉
bit.ly/4eWBhrF
@musichallsociety.bsky.social @youngalison.bsky.social @billyrough.bsky.social @roadsw9.bsky.social @victorianlondon.bsky.social

A Dynasty on Stage:Part Two: Joseph Cowell in America (1821-43) - Anthony Binns

Chapter 1 (Continued): The Life of Joe Cowell (1792-1863) Part Two: Joe Cowell in America (1821-43) The Park Theatre, New York 1821 Joseph Cowell and his young wife sailed the Atlantic for approximate...

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · Jul 14

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · Jul 10

One of my favourite #folk things - and found close to where my family crofted too!

Adopt the ‘Ballachulish Goddess’ and help a great museum! Do so and you’ll get this cracking key ring!

www.justgiving.com/campaign/bal...

www.glencoemuseum.com/post/the-mys...

#Ballachulish #Glencoe

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · Jul 9

How’s this for a theatre poster? 1849, Theatre Royal, #Dundee. A bit of a curiosity as it looks like a budding poster designer has sketched out ideas on the back. Always welcome for some thoughts on #Alexander and #Woodward!

#History #Theatre #Pantomime #Turpin #TomKing #Punch

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Anthony Binns @anthonybinns.bsky.social · Jun 3

Anyone interested in theatre & music hall history might enjoy my new blog on the Cowell-Compton-Pelissier dynasty. Pt.One focuses on comedy & circus pioneer Joe Cowell 👉 bit.ly/3Z18zPz
@musichallsociety.bsky.social @youngalison.bsky.social @billyrough.bsky.social @intothelimelight.bsky.social

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · May 30

Still planning the walk!

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · May 30

Not sure if it will help with any sales, but recommended your books in our @uniofstandrews.bsky.social newsletter today 👍🏻

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · May 16

Wonderful end to an excellent #musichallvarietyday 2025!

Laughs a plenty at ‘Duck Soup’ and a splendid intro by Matthew Jarron touching on Chaplin, Keaton, Dan Leno & more! (I did a bit too!)

Much thanks to @musichallsociety.bsky.social for sponsoring tonight’s screening!

#MHVD2025 #FoodAndDrink

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · May 16

Wonderful #MusicHallVarietyDay 2025 walk - which ended with a very special treat - a look around what was Springthorpe’s Music Hall. Much thanks to Drawing Projects Scotland for the warm welcome!

For more info: linktr.ee/dundeemusich...

#MHVD2025 #FoodAndDrink

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · May 16

Today’s the day! #MusicHallVarietyDay 2025!

Join us tonight for an introduction and rare screening of Laurel & Hardy’s classic 1927 short ‘Duck Soup’.

Free but booking required! linktr.ee/dundeemusich...

#MHVD2025 #FoodAndDrink

Generously supported by @musichallsociety.bsky.social

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · May 16

Today’s the day! #MusicHallVarietyDay 2025!

It’s Sunny Dundee today, ideal for a music hall walk with a very special treat at the end! 😉

Free but booking required! linktr.ee/dundeemusich...

#MHVD2025 #FoodAndDrink

@musichallsociety.bsky.social

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · May 12

Tickets still available for this special screening of Laurel and Hardy's 1927 short 'Duck Soup'! Kindly supported by @musichallsociety.bsky.social as part of #MusicHallVarietyDay 2025

#MHVD2025 #FoodandDrink

More info and to book:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/duck-soup-...

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · May 12

Very excited about our new fully online short course! A collaboration with @vadundee.bsky.social : ‘History of Scottish Design in Six Objects’

Spread the word!

www.vam.ac.uk/dundee/whats...

@uniofstandrews.bsky.social

The History of Scottish Design in Six Objects - In partnership with the University of St Andrews

A brand new online course with the University of St Andrews and V&A Dundee

www.vam.ac.uk

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British Music Hall Society @musichallsociety.bsky.social · Apr 30

If you are in Dundee - come mark #MusicHallAndVarietyDay on Friday 16 May 2025 with a special 'Laurel and Hardy' screening and Dundee music hall walking tour!
To book follow this link: linktr.ee/dundeemusich...
#MHVD2025 #MusicHall #Dundee #Film #Walk

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · Apr 24

Delighted to have been nominated 'Outstanding Teacher (Arts & Divinity)' at this year's Students' Association Teaching Awards.

Much congratulations to all nominees & winners! #EverToExcel

More info: www.yourunion.net/representati...

@uniofstandrews.bsky.social @arthistorysta.bsky.social

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British Music Hall Society @musichallsociety.bsky.social · Apr 23

A perfect warm up for #MusicHallVarietyDay #MHVD2025 on Fri 16th May with food & drink theme…port wine sangarees all round for us, please

Charlie Holland @charlieholland.bsky.social · Dec 22

Saw Léotard at the Alhambra last night. Got elephant’s trunk on Tom & Jerrys, and Mouth Ticklers. #c19th #Circus #MusicHall

The drinks and food menu page, featuring American fancy drinks, in the programme for London’s Royal Alhambra Palace where Léotard flew in 1861

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Dr Rough, FSAScot @billyrough.bsky.social · Apr 22

Tonight’s #AH2901 lecture and a focus on Torres-Garcia with Dr Natalia Sassu Suarez Ferri. #LifeLongLearning #MACombinedStudies #online #art #teaching #learning @uniofstandrews.bsky.social @arthistorysta.bsky.social

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Britannia Panopticon @britpanopticon.bsky.social · Apr 18

Judith Bowers - founder and director of the Britannia Panopticon Music Hall campaign will lead you on an edifying, amusing and sensational tour of the entertainment and #theatre #history of #Glasgow.
Ticket are £12
Click here to book your tour today: www.ticketsource.co.uk/panopticon

#scotland

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Tom Cox @dj-acid-reflux.bsky.social · Apr 18

Hello! I'm giving away 20 (20!) signed paperbacks of this book to the first people to reply to this post. Stephen Fry called it "enchanting" and "hilarious" but some people hate it & that's all cool & what happens with books. Limiting this to UK (but happy to send outside if you can cover postage)..

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