We are researching what constituted crime? What demographic were imprisoned, and for how long? What were the circumstances that lead them to be in that situation? This and many more elements are being covered and also looking at the comparisons of the history of Barlinnie 130 years ago up to the present day.
Our amazing researchers have already come up with some truly remarkable and very interesting facts, that represent society's views, primarily on people from poorer backgrounds. A surprising amount of people were imprisoned for non payment of fines. So simple, so wrong.
We've set up a blog looking for any more contributors with any stories linking to Barlinnie, If you find out more about your relative, we'd love to hear about it on here or email jules@theatrenemo.org
Also, we, Theatre Nemo, run a series of creative workshops within Barlinnie and have set up a mentorship programme for those who are coming to an end of their engagement with Barlinnie. This link is from stage one of Barlinnie: A Living History project. An exhibition of artworks, visual art and audio all created by participants within Barlinnie.
PLEASE WATCH this short video.
http://local.stv.tv/glasgow/magazine/223291-barlinnie-prisoners-with-mental-health-problems-helped-by-theatre-nemo-arts/
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