International Ghost Society

Gallery: McGonagall Night

With McGonagall Night we celebrate the life and works of Scotland’s other poet, review the key events that shaped his life, hear some of his godawful poetry, and raise a glass to his historic ability to make art out of failure.

April 2025

📍 The Beehive Inn, Edinburgh 📍

A group of people seated in a cozy pub, with some wearing headphones and engaging in an event. The background features decorative wallpaper and dim lighting, creating a warm atmosphere.
A man with glasses, dressed in a white shirt and red scarf, stands holding a book while reading aloud in front of a projected portrait of William McGonagall.
A person with long hair wearing glasses makes a silly face and sticks out their tongue while holding a tray with cans. Another person is seen in the background, sitting at a table decorated with plates and other items. A projection of an old portrait is displayed on a screen behind them.
In a pixelated game scene, a character stands on a grassy area during rain, with a message box indicating being stung by a poisonous plant, surrounded by brown plants and barren trees.
A person projected on a screen wearing traditional Scottish attire holds a bagpipe, with the focus on their hands and the instrument.
A speaker reading poetry on stage, with a large illustration of William McGonagall projected behind him, in a cozy pub setting.
A circular container with magnetic words arranged on it, forming an abstract poetic structure.
A circular gray surface displaying cut-out poetry words arranged in various phrases on a wooden table.
A black tray with various cut-out paper words scattered across it, forming a mixed collection of random phrases and single words.
A metal tray covered with various cut-out word magnets arranged in a playful and chaotic manner, featuring humorous phrases and nonsensical combinations.
A lively gathering at The Beehive Inn in Edinburgh, featuring a presentation on William McGonagall. Attendees are seated, some enjoying drinks, while speakers engage the audience against a backdrop of vintage decor and a projector displaying an image related to the poet.
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