chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: July 2013
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/2013_07_01_archive.html
Who is Chris Young? Tuesday, 30 July 2013. It's been remarkably sunny (he said, jinxing it), though I did nearly lose an eye on several occasions the other day at the Merchant City Festival thanks to the scourge of our time - umbrellas. The poem that follows, as recorded at the Pleasance Cabaret Bar by the Edinburgh University Literature Society at one of their poetry slams, records my loathing of these contraptions. And, don't worry! Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Keep up with Chris. Original material rema...
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: August 2012
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/2012_08_01_archive.html
Who is Chris Young? Tuesday, 14 August 2012. Uke can do it! Date for your diary: Wednesday 22nd August. Chris Young Entertains presents Johnnie Suave, the 1920s song-and-dance man. Johnnie's songs will leave you both tickled and intimately touched as his impressive banjolele brings tears to your eyes. For one night only, come and experience Johnnie's slot - as part of Tricity Vogue's very modern cabaret evening. TRICITY VOGUE'S UKULELE CABARET. AUG 2-26 at 9.30-10.30pm. Tuesday, 7 August 2012. And follow...
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: Fresh poetry with fresh people
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/2014/09/fresh-poetry-with-fresh-people.html
Who is Chris Young? Thursday, 11 September 2014. Fresh poetry with fresh people. Edinburgh University Literature Society and Soap Box together, tonight, present the Freshers Poetry Slam. From 7.30pm at the Pleasance Cabaret Bar. I will be among the competitors. This year I shall feel slightly less of an interloper, having recently collected my own student card, albeit at a different university. Now, how topical do I want to be? Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Keep up with Chris. I am genuinely worried.
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: September 2014
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/2014_09_01_archive.html
Who is Chris Young? Thursday, 18 September 2014. This looks set to be my last poetic offering before the polls open in the referendum. Should Scotland be an independent country? Is a powerful word. It stood alongside my grandfather and fought the fascists. As opportunistic nationalism swept through Europe. It did not appease; it did not acquiesce. Knew that the right answer is not always yes. No matter how convinced and optimistic other people are. Not afraid to make waves,. Is often a kind word. And it ...
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: Modelling
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/p/modelling_11.html
Who is Chris Young? Since 2010, I have worked as a model at the Glasgow School of Art, the University of Strathclyde and elsewhere, specialising in life modelling, dynamic poses and anatomical studies. I have worked with photographers and innovative artists in various media, one project having been featured in a Random Act on Channel 4. If you are interested in making art with me, do get in touch. 169; Pete Thomason. 169; Pete Thomason. Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). Keep up with Chris.
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: Greetings from Glasgow
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/p/greetings-from-glasgow.html
Who is Chris Young? My début poetry pamphlet, Greetings from Glasgow. Was published by Red Squirrel Press. In 2014 (launched 26 July at the Scottish Poetry Library) and was short-listed for the 2015 Callum Macdonald Memorial Award. It is available to purchase here. As well as at selected bookshops (priced £6). Alternatively, if you see me performing at an event, the chances are that I will have a copy or two for sale, which I will be happy to deface with my cryptic scrawl. Tunnel of Lovin’. Original mate...
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: Calendar
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/p/calendar_17.html
Who is Chris Young? Subscribe to: Posts (Atom). My debut poetry pamphlet Greetings from Glasgow. Is published by and available to order from Red Squirrel Press. It was short-listed for the 2015 Callum Macdonald Memorial Award. If you see me at an event, or even out on the street, chances are that I will have a copy or two for sale (cover price £6). Keep up with Chris. Please feel free to like and subscribe to my Chris Young Entertains Facebook page. And follow my all-purpose Twitter account.
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: July 2012
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/2012_07_01_archive.html
Who is Chris Young? Saturday, 28 July 2012. Tonight's booking is sold out, but you may be interested in booking a murder mystery courtesy of Spirit of Glasgow. Death by Chocolate" is the name of what I'll be doing tonight - a tale of doomed romance in Victorian Glasgow. Among the many reasons to pick this for your celebration, be it a hen night, birthday or works night out, is the opportunity of seeing this dashing young fellow:. Saturday, 14 July 2012. Do it for the fluffy animals! And do it soon! Round...
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: On the streets and between the sheets
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/2015/04/on-streets-and-between-sheets.html
Who is Chris Young? Thursday, 30 April 2015. On the streets and between the sheets. After a long break (dominated by studying, politics and dodgy health), I have two exciting pieces of poetry-related news! 1 This Sunday (3 May), I will be performing on the streets of Glasgow as part of Hidden Sexology. In collaboration with a small team of sexologists, this is a walking tour complete with powerful poetry (you have been warned). SUNDAY 3 MAY, 14.00, 15.00 AND 16.00. 2 Greetings from Glasgow. Is published ...
chrisyoung.biz
Chris Young Entertains: October 2014
http://www.chrisyoung.biz/2014_10_01_archive.html
Who is Chris Young? Monday, 13 October 2014. I wish to propose. Today it has been announced that the first same-sex marriage ceremonies in Scotland will be held this Hogmanay, with conversions from civil partnership available from 16 December. Now all I need is a partner. I wrote the following poem almost exactly 22 years ago. Though supremely on-topic, it is now no longer what one might consider "topical". Hurrah! I wish to propose. I wish to propose. That we spend a few days,. A few nights,. In a fog,.
SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT