1935. The Florence Street Flyweight, Benny Lynch conquers the World…and it’s imagination. Read more …
100,000 people welcome him home to Glasgow’s Central Station…100,000 people. “They came in their thousands”. From Gorbals slum, to grandiose glamour. A knockout. Fought and won.
A World First, when pugilism meets performance…as we explore the mindset of a true Champion, his life ,his legend and his legacy. Join Benny Lynch, from boy to boxer…as he battles his demons, “ in and out of the ring.” (1913-1946)
Featuring the boxing youth and future stars of Kelvin ABC, Govanhill and O’Neils ABC, Cambuslang.
Citizens' Theatre, Glasgow from Tuesday February 14, 2017, until Saturday February 18, 2017. More info: www.citz.co.uk