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Theatre in Liverpool
Review: The Merchant of Venice 1936 At The Playhouse Theatre
A single candle flickers, a fragile point of light against the encroaching darkness. Hebrew prayers, ancient and resonant, murmur through the air, a whisper of tradition in a world about to be torn apart. Then, the illusion shatters. This is not the gilded cage of Shakespeare’s Venice, but the grimy reality of London’s East End, 1936. This production of The Merchant of Venice, a bold and unsettling reimagining, is a theatrical time machine, transporting us…
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Theatre in Liverpool
Review: OutHaus – Tenderfoot Theatre Company At Edge Hill University Arts Centre
OutHaus, a work-in-progress production by Tenderfoot Theatre Company, embodies a raw, exhilarating energy that belies its developmental status. This isn’t your typical tentative workshop performance, fraught with nervous glances and hesitant line deliveries. Instead, this 90-minute theatrical romp pulsates with a vibrant, infectious enthusiasm, grabbing the audience from the first moment and refusing to let go. It’s a testament to the company’s commitment to dynamic storytelling and a clear passion for the themes they explore.…
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Things to do in Liverpool
UK’s First Floating Padel Courts Planned For Liverpool Waterfront
Plans are set to be submitted this week for a groundbreaking floating padel facility at Liverpool Waters, marking the first of its kind in the UK. The ambitious project, spearheaded by Peel Waters in collaboration with a team of international experts, will introduce three floating padel courts and a Scandinavian-style clubhouse to Princes Dock. Padel, widely regarded as the world’s fastest-growing sport, blends elements of tennis and squash and is typically played in doubles. The…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Valentine’s Day In Liverpool 2025: The Best Events, Dining & Romantic Things To Do
Whether you’re planning a romantic dinner, a luxurious hotel stay, or a fun night out with friends, Liverpool has plenty of options to make this Valentine’s Day extra special. From indulgent dining experiences to exclusive cocktails and spa retreats, here’s our ultimate guide to celebrating love in the city. Dining Deals Botanico Enjoy a delicious four-course dinner at Botanico with a complimentary glass of prosecco on arrival for £50 per person. The menu features indulgent…
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Music
Live Review: THE HARA, Tropic Gold and Skin Flowers at EBGBS
Promoting the launch of their most recent singles Trophy and The System, Manchester alt-rock outfit THE HARA embark on a UK Tour visiting ‘intimate AF’ venues, bringing them to Liverpool’s EBGBS on Tuesday 4 February. Despite the date falling on a Tuesday night, you would have thought it was the weekend based on the queue of fans snaking down Seel Street around the venue. Minutes after doors open, the standing area in front of the…
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Lifestyle
Why Liverpool Is the Perfect City To Get On The Property Ladder
Liverpool is quickly solidifying its reputation as one of the UK’s most attractive locations for those looking to buy their first home. From its affordability to its unique blend of opportunity and lifestyle, the city is drawing attention from first-time buyers and investors alike. Let’s explore why Liverpool stands out as a gateway to property ownership. A City That’s Affordable and Accessible For anyone dreaming of owning a home, affordability is key—and Liverpool delivers. While…
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Arts and Culture
First Phase of Tate Liverpool Transformation Complete
Liverpool City Region Mayor Steve Rotheram has visited Tate Liverpool today as the project to renew the galleries begins to take shape. The careful removal of the redundant components of the old gallery in the Grade 1 listed building has revealed the original brick walls of the historic warehouse, signalling the end of first phase of the project. The major reimagining of this Royal Albert Dock landmark is designed by 6a architects and will transform the UK’s most-popular…
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Music
Michael Aldag’s ‘Fantasia’: A Synth-Pop Dreamscape For A New Era
Michael Aldag effortlessly spearheaded his way to top of the sonic circuit with his breezy, synth pop since launching his solo career in 2021. With a rising social media presence and fan base, Aldag utilises his platform with innovative charisma, a position most upcoming artists begrudgingly wince at. But where his online presence is thriving, the Merseyside born artist’s music is equally as burgeoning, gaining millions of streams on Spotify. Described as the “beginning of…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
New Restaurant-Bar Kyma Opens In Crosby
Kyma, Liverpool newest restaurant-bar, has opened one South Road in Crosby, providing a Mediterranean escape in the heart of North Liverpool. Replacing a former pub, the team behind Kyma has completely transformed the space, spending over £1.2m to create a modern neutral theme with soft hues throughout, soft lighting and rustic fixtures. Representing an ambiance that you’d typically experience on Greek Islands, Kyma is transporting guests to a space where they can relax, soak up…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Liverpool’s Manifest Introduces New Guest Chef Series ‘Mani-Guest’
An incredibly exciting new guest chef series at Manifest, coined ‘Mani-Guest’, kicks off on 2 March and it’s starting off with bang. The entire chef series, with more dates and chef announcements dropping throughout the year will be a celebration of the most exciting and trailblazing chefs around the UK – chefs who are really setting out to do something totally original. Enter, one of Scotland’s shining stars, Head Chef and esteemed restaurateur, Tomás Gormley of…
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Festivals
Outer Waves Festival: New, Immersive Music & Arts Festival Is Celebrating Liverpool’s Rich Underground
Outer Waves is a new alternative arts festival designed to fill a cultural gap in Liverpool’s existing festival landscape. Inspired by the city’s rich underground music and art history, the festival’s aim is to celebrate and strengthen Liverpool’s grassroots creative communities while inviting international artists and audiences to participate. By blending live music, visual arts, interactive performances, and educational initiatives, Outer Waves will not only provide an unforgettable festival experience but will also foster long-term…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Panoramic 34 Welcomes New Owners Paolo & Donato Cillo and Sham Jagota
Renowned for their popular venues in the heart of Liverpool city centre and South Liverpool, brothers Paolo and Donato Cillo have taken over the city’s famous Panoramic 34, bringing their wealth of experience in the hospitality sector to the iconic restaurant. In collaboration with close friend and fellow hospitality business owner Sham Jagota, Paolo and Donato have taken on Panoramic 34, adding to their collection of venues that include Il Forno that has successfully operated in…
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Football
The Ultimate Guide To Experiencing A Matchday At Anfield Like A True Red
Liverpool FC matchdays are legendary—filled with electric anticipation, roaring chants, and unforgettable moments on the pitch. But the magic of an Anfield experience isn’t just about the 90 minutes of football. It’s about the build-up, the traditions, and the city’s unmistakable buzz when the Reds are in action. For those lucky enough to be heading to Anfield, this guide goes beyond just finding tickets—it’s about soaking in the full matchday experience like a true Red.…
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Music
Last Night A DJ Saved My Life: Bill Brewster & Frank Broughton Bring Iconic Dance Music Book to Liverpool
Liverpool’s dance music lovers are in for a treat as legendary authors Bill Brewster and Frank Broughton bring their acclaimed book Last Night A DJ Saved My Life to Rough Trade Liverpool for a special night of conversation and music. The event, presented by Liverpool-based design studio Dorothy in collaboration with Rough Trade, takes place on 20 June, combining a book signing, an in-depth Q&A, and a live DJ set from the duo. Since its…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
A Brew Like No Other: LEAF’s Immersive Tea Experience Returns
Explore tea rituals and art with LEAF’s resident tea guru, Tea Tony at the Immersive Tea Experience. LEAF know a thing or two about tea – it’s very much in their DNA. From creating a punk tea-shop in Liverpool over 15 years ago as a counter-balance to more traditional affairs, to embracing tea rituals and its culture as a way of being, tea is certainly enjoying its renaissance in the city. And this is being…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Groundbreaking Dual-Heritage Author Jacqueline Roy Is In Conversation At The Reader This February
The author Jacqueline Roy will be in Liverpool discussing her ‘forgotten’ novel The Fat Lady Sings, republished as part of Booker-winner Bernardine Evaristo’s Black Britain: Writing Back series, and her latest novel, In Memory of Us. Liverpool-based The Reader is welcoming back dual-heritage author Jacqueline Roy to talk about two of her groundbreaking novels exploring issues of mental health and identity affecting black, British-born women post-Windrush. The Manchester-based writer(The Gosling Girl) will be In Conversation…
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Things to do in Liverpool
Designer On BBC’s Money For Nothing Is Leading Free Workshops For The Reader’s Upcycling Group
The Reader’s dedicated community Upcycling Group, which has been running for more than five years, is looking to expand and is offering free workshops for members. Two friendly and open weekly volunteer group sessions committed to restoring or ‘upcycling’ furniture and other items meet every Friday at The Coach House – one ofthe Liverpool charity’sspaces in Calderstones Park, in the same courtyard as the Ice Cream Parlour and The Storybarn. They take place between 10am-1pm;…
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Liverpool News
Everton Way Takes Shape: First Stones Laid in Landmark Project
The first stones have been laid on Everton Way, as the biggest personalisation project at a UK stadium gets underway. The meticulous six-month programme to install around 36,000 individually engraved granite stones in a unique paved walkway at Everton Stadium commenced this week. And, following an extension by popular demand, supporters still have an opportunity to cement their own place in history by purchasing a stone that celebrates Evertonians’ births, marriages, anniversaries and loved ones. …
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Things to do in Liverpool
The Whitechapel Centre Launch A Treasure Hunt With A Twist – Fill A Bag Event
Who doesn’t love a bargain? And now you can get a bag full – and help a great cause. Open Door, The Whitechapel Centre’s charity shops, announces the next date for its hugely popular Fill A Bag event – Monday 10 March. For just £12 you can grab a bag full of clothes – from designer, to vintage, to almost new or needing a little love. Update your wardrobe with unique and affordable finds while supporting…
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Film & TV
First Look At ‘This City Is Ours’ Liverpool Drama, Premiering On The BBC This Spring
The BBC has released first look pictures of This City Is Ours, the brand-new crime drama from Stephen Butchard (The Good Mothers, The Last Kingdom, Five Daughters), directed by BAFTA award-winning Saul Dibb (The Salisbury Poisonings, The Sixth Commandment). Set and filmed in Liverpool, the eight-part series is made by Left Bank Pictures for BBC iPlayer and BBC One. The new pictures give a first look at the This City Is Ours ensemble, including two-time…
