Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 22/02/2026This has been in the works for a while and now it's finally happening thanks to Allworthy Records & PRSPR Antrim. 😸 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 07/02/2026Mindful of the state of Arts funding in Northern Ireland, Centre Stage Theatre Co has started a crowdfunder to help get this bold, brilliant production made. 👉 Donate if you can. Share if you can’t. 🫶🏻 www.crowdfunder.co.uk/p/qr/vn97K43...crowdfunder.co.ukBold Girls - Professional Theatre ProductionSupport our professional theatre production of 'Bold Girls', written by Rona Munro and directed by Michael Quinn. 120
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 28/07/2025👌🏻👏🏻👏🏻media.tenor.coma close up of a woman 's face with her mouth openALT: a close up of a woman 's face with her mouth open 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 07/06/2025Simply splendid mash-up. Ah! Oh! Ah! Oh! @sleafordmods.bsky.social #lenelovich 020
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 26/05/2025It's been quite a while since I did a solo run but pleased to be back on a wall at R-Space Gallery at the Linen Rooms, Lisburn. Opening reception on Saturday 14 June 2025 at 2pm. Full details at link 👇🏻 www.rspacelisburn.com/gary-shaw-me... 020
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 20/05/2025Awk sure! 🙄 A letter that's been floating around in the ether for a few months. And surely there needs to be a clear distinction between exchequer support and that of lottery funding. Unfortunately, due to dwindling allocations of the former, lines have become blurred. 110
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 10/04/2025Exit left 👈🏻 or is it right 👉🏻 🤔. The cosmetic clad facelift at Belfast International Airport continues. 🤷🏻♂️🙄 030
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 07/04/2025An interesting Q. 10 years on and the jury is still out. 🤔 bbc.com/news/article...bbc.com10 years of NI 'super-councils' – a shake-up or a let-down?The major changes were meant to save money and empower local communities 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 16/03/2025Oh, Son 'O Man, that season is almost upon us again. Some years ago, before collaborations with Jake O'Kane were uncloaked. 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 14/03/2025A tale of two friends called 'Robert' launching their exhibitions tomorrow, 5 hours apart. 2pm in Lisburn and 7pm in Portstewart. 011
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 07/03/2025New Tool Library coming to Antrim soon. Join my friends & colleagues from PRSPR Antrim at the launch on 22 March 2025. All donations welcome. 🛠️🪛🪚🧰 More information: linktr.ee/positivelyan... 021
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 03/03/2025🧐 m.belfasttelegraph.co.uk/news/norther...m.belfasttelegraph.co.ukPictured: The seven NI buildings shortlisted for Royal Society of Ulster Architects Design AwardsThese are the magnificent seven structures battling to be crowned Northern Ireland’s top architectural project. 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 01/03/2025Seems appropriate today to recycle something from the 45th term. 000
Reposted by Gary ShawColin James Woods @colinjameswoods.bsky.social · 25/02/2025Naomi Long is right about this, 'Government plans to explore formal engagement with paramilitary groups could give them "legitimacy in our communities", Justice Minister Naomi Long has warned.' www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukGovernments explore NI paramilitary disbandment talksThe UK and Irish governments are to appoint an independent expert to see if there is merit to the idea. 021
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 23/02/2025“I think at the moment one of the main things about the art world is this question of Gaza because exhibitions are being shut down, people aren’t allowed to make any mention of it." Peter Kennard. www.leaders-mena.com/gaza-war-is-...leaders-mena.comGaza War is Most Horrific Event after Hiroshima: British Artist Peter KennardThe British artist, Peter Kennard, has criticized the Israeli war against Gaza, describing it as the “most horrific” event after Hiroshima. 000
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 21/02/2025I had some difficulty last night explaining to a friend why I had an unopened tin of peas on my mantle piece inside a mini-saucepan. The blame rests with @fgb.bsky.social 🫵🏻 230
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 19/02/2025Excellent idea. How about also taking a % from Entertainment Licence fees to reinvest in skills development. Look at lower fee thresholds for venues that host 'real' live music. 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 12/02/2025'Development Trusts Northern Ireland is calling for the establishment of a £70 million NI Community Ownership Fund....' www.dtni.org.uk/dtni-calls-f...dtni.org.ukDTNI Calls for a £70m NI Community Ownership Fund and Legislative Action on Community Rights - Development Trusts NIDevelopment Trusts Northern Ireland is calling for the establishment of a £70 million NI Community Ownership Fund to drive community-led regeneration, 001
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 10/02/2025After exiting that other place (twiXter), I decided it was about time to create a visual presence on Instagram. A repository of things including snippets from the past and stuff yet to find itself in a gallery space. You can follow at link: www.instagram.com/garyshawvisu... 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 08/02/20251998, the bi-centenary of the Irish Rebellion. My friends & colleagues at Centre Stage Theatre Co staged Jack Loudan's great 3-act play to mark the occasion. Later reprised for the opening of the Old Courthouse, Antrim - the scene of Henry Joy McCracken's supposed crimes. 030
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 06/02/2025Hidden in plain sight. www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...bbc.co.ukNI young people still experience paramilitary-related trauma - reportThe study reveals significant levels of trauma that continue to impact all communities across generations. 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 06/02/2025Update: I hope my sister is impressed. Bespoke Irish linen tea towel by my friend, Robert Peters. www.artscreative.me 000
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 06/02/2025'...the fruit of a research project and showing images of those ten days of the fleeing column of mainly civilians, chased by Franco’s fascist troops.' Absolutely gutted at missing this. I've been so intrigued by this story. www.theseasidegazette.com/2025/02/1124...theseasidegazette.comSalobreña Desbandá ExhibitionYou had better hurry because you have until this coming Sunday (the 9th) to view the photo exhibitions that are set up in the Municipal Library of Salobreña with the subject of the Desbanda in 1937. 000
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 02/02/20252006 and planning for the restoration & development of Antrim Castle Gardens began to intensify. Traffic management was a challenge. This early option was ambitious with a new footbridge across the Sixmilewater River with the primary car park located beside Antrim Stadium accessed via Lough Road. 100
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 02/02/2025As a former member of the Arts Managers Group NI, I feel obliged to leave this here for prosperity. Michael Longley, the legendary dragon slayer. ✊🏻 020
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 30/01/2025Launch of Antrim & Newtownabbey PeacePlus Local Community Action Plan today at Theatre at the Mill, N'abbey. @seupb.bsky.social Roll out of pre-market engagement to potential service providers expected over the next few months. 011
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 30/01/2025Sad news on the passing of Marianne Faithfull 😢 Local trivia: One of the many icons that graced the stage of the Flamingo Ballroom, Ballymena. Worth reading some interesting interpretation panels located in the Front Page bar just across the street from the Flamingo. 151
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 26/01/2025Speaking truth to (illegitimate) power. Chapeau @bbcstever.bsky.social 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 000
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 23/01/2025A wonderful way with words and not only in a literary sense. Interview extract: Michael Longley and Jody Allen Randolph 2003. 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 20/01/2025Hey @cliffdotmac.bsky.social 👋🏻 ......some potential here for a thematic photobook. #AntrimNoir 🤔 110
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 16/01/2025Dreadful news on the passing of David Lynch. My first encounter with his work was in my student days at a screening of Eraserhead in the old Metro Cinema in Derby. And what a lasting impression & screen legacy. 010
Gary Shaw @garyshaw200.bsky.social · 04/01/2025Truth-teller. Mind you, what about those making ill-informed choices. 000
Reposted by Gary ShawRon Filipkowski @ronfilipkowski.bsky.social · 01/01/2025A real photo and perfect metaphor heading into 2025. 21117914717447