(Image: Colin Mearns/Newsquest)Many stars have written messages, full of warmth and admiration for the hall. Thanks for all the co-operation, looking forward to next time.”Comedian Billy Connolly said: “What a joy to play in a new Glasgow concert hall. It was not until 21 years later, in 1983, that outline planning permission for a new cultural venue for Glasgow was obtained. St Andrew’s Halls cost £101,000 to build in 1877 – Glasgow Royal Concert Hall cost £28m. They remain the fastest-selling group to appear at the venue, with every seat sold in less than two hours.