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George Orwell’s classic Animal Farm comes to Playhouse
Marking 80 years since the publication of Animal Farm, this stage adaptation by Ian Wooldridge, directed by Iqbal Khan (East is East, Birmingham Rep & National Theatre), comes to Liverpool Playhouse from Tuesday 1 to Saturday 5 April. With so many of its themes still relevant today, Animal Farm is Orwell’s enduring and devastating satire...
Thousands attend launch weekend of Borealis at Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
This weekend saw the hugely successful launch of the stunning art-installation ‘Borealis’ at Royal Albert Dock Liverpool, drawing in over 45,000 visitors who were captivated by Dan Acher’s recreation of the Northern Lights. The highly-anticipated installation transformed the dock’s historic Hartley Quay, using beams of light and the elements to create an awe-inspiring illusion of...
Summer fun and festivals for Liverpool From Hope Street to the Waterfront, here are the dates for your diary
Liverpool will see another summer of free festivals and the dates are confirmed for the popular events celebrating some of the city’s historic streets. Managed and supported by Liverpool BID Company, the free events are designed to showcase the best of the city, from food, drink, culture and hospitality. Celebrating Castle Street is confirmed for...
Voting opens for the Liverpool City Region’s top young artists
The search to find the most talented young artists across Liverpool City Region is nearing its exciting conclusion – and now, the public can get involved by casting their votes online. dot-art Schools, in partnership with Edge Hill University, invites the public to vote for their favourite artwork as part of the annual competition highlighting...
Liverpool’s Epstein Theatre to reopen its doors
Liverpool’s much-loved Epstein Theatre is set to reopen after a deal was agreed to breathe new life into the historic city centre venue. The Grade II listed theatre closed its doors in June 2023 following a decision by the city council, which owns the building’s freehold, to withdraw financial support which had helped to keep...
Full Line Up Announced for CamelPhat presents Experience – Easter Weekend Takeover
It’s less than a month to go until Camelphat return to their home city for an Easter weekend takeover, which will see the Grammy nominated electronic duo unveil their brand-new production – EXPERIENCE, and the full line up has just been announced, completing one of the most highly anticipated shows of the year. First up...
Ruby League Ashes: Kangaroos to return to England for ABK Beer Ashes Series
It’s official. Rugby League Commercial today confirms that the Rugby League Ashes will return this autumn after a 22-year absence – with England playing a three-Test series against the Kangaroos at Wembley Stadium, the new Everton Stadium at Bramley Moore Dock and AMT Headingley Leeds. The ABK Beer Ashes Series will be played on three...
Radio 1 launches outreach programme ahead of the festival and HAIM join star-studded line-up
Global pop rock band HAIM have been added to Radio 1’s Big Weekend 2025 line-up, performing in Sefton Park, Liverpool on Sunday 25 May. The Grammy-nominated trio, renowned for their electrifying live performances and critically acclaimed music, join an already stellar line-up featuring some of the biggest names in music including, Sam Fender, Tate McRae,...
Liverpool Biennial announces programme and new venues for 13th edition ‘Bedrock’ opening June 2025
Today, Liverpool Biennial launches the full programme for its 13th edition, taking place from 7 June – 14 September 2025. Titled ‘BEDROCK’, Liverpool Biennial 2025 is curated by Marie-Anne McQuay with Director Dr Samantha Lackey and the Liverpool Biennial Team. ‘BEDROCK’ draws on Liverpool’s distinctive geography and the beliefs which underpin the city. It is...
Artwork wows the public and highlights road technology
A massive glow-in-the-dark painting has been unveiled at Liverpool ONE in the City Centre. Commissioned as part of the The Association of Directors of Environment, Economy, Planning & Transport (ADEPT) Live Labs 2: Decarbonising Local Roads in the UK programme, the painting has been installed at the intersection of Hanover Street and College Lane in...
