Guided walking tours exploring Liverpool’s theatrical past, led by eccentric Victorian actors, Bartholomew Garrick & Wildman Stageham.

Join the pair as they reveal Liverpool’s hidden theatre gems, starting at The Bluecoat you will be led to the #lightsuponliverpool Theatre History exhibition at The Hornby Library Liverpool Central Library for a special tour of the exhibition.

Plus on two of the dates you have the opportunity to visit the Central Library Archive Rooms and see some of the rare artefacts from the exhibition in the flesh.

Dates:

  • Fri 2nd May – Walk at 11am, meet at The Bluecoat – One Hour Archive Tour (a maximum of 15 people) – 2 till 3pm & 3pm till 4pm
  • Sat 3rd May – Walk at 11am, meet at The Bluecoat – One Hour Archive Tour (a maximum of 15 people) – 2 till 3pm & 3pm till 4pm
  • Sat 24th May – Walk at 11am, meet at The Bluecoat – One Hour

Email: artgroupie@outlook.com and please state the date/time and number of places required to reserve.

Kindly supported, by The National Lottery Heritage Fund thanks to money raised by National Lottery players to offer free heritage activity in connection with the ‘Lights Up on Liverpool’ exhibition currently on display at Liverpool Central Library which launched in November.

‘Lights Up on Liverpool’ is ArtsGroupie CIC’s first public heritage exhibition in partnership with Liverpool Central Library Liverpool Libraries and Information Services. It explores the city’s vibrant theatre heritage, showcasing historic playbills, props, and programmes from the archives at Liverpool Record Office. The exhibition was extended to May 2025 due to its popularity and warm reception from the public.

Event Date: Friday 2nd May 2025 - Saturday 24th May 2025

Location: The Bluecoat to Central Library

Categories: 2025 | Theatre & Performance | Tours & Experiences

Contact Details: ArtsGroupie CIC

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