Entertainment in Liverpool
Explore the best entertainment in Liverpool, including music, theatre, comedy, family activities, and top events across the city.
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Queer and Non-Binary Artists Take Centre Stage at Liverpool’s Unity Theatre This Autumn
Queer and non-Binary Artists are shining brightly at Liverpool’s Unity Theatre this Autumn, presenting shows that explore identity, community and solidarity, alongside the return of Homotopia Festival – who launch their 2025 edition at the venue on November 1st, followed by a further 3 shows throughout the month. Serving as a counterpoint to the mainstream, Unity exists to champion diverse arts and platform underrepresented and marginalised voices – and this season’s programme does just that. Unity has been behaving radically onstage…
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Bad Lads: Mike Kenny and Jenny Sealey on Turning Testimony into Theatre
Truth, Trauma and the Power of Telling… Theatre has the power not just to reflect society but to bear witness—and with Bad Lads, writer Mike Kenny and director Jenny Sealey fulfil that charge with uncommon courage and integrity. Rooted in the testimony of men who endured life inside the Medomsley Youth Detention Centre in County Durham during the 1980s, the production reaches beyond drama into urgent social reckoning. Kenny, best known for his versatility and…
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Nick Lane Brings a New Sherlock Holmes Mystery to Life at Shakespeare North Playhouse
From Page to Stage: Stitching Together the Holmesian World… Running from the 5th to the 8th this November, the ever-inventive Blackeyed Theatre brings its latest touring production, Sherlock Holmes: The Hunt for Moriarty, to Prescot’s Shakespeare North Playhouse — promising mystery, intrigue, and a thrilling night at the theatre. Adapted by Nick Lane from the works of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, this brand-new play takes audiences back to London, 1901. The Empire trembles as Queen…
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Weeping Bank’s ‘Way Marker’ to Haunt Liverpool’s Unity Theatre This Halloween
The Chills Are Coming: Liverpool Unity Theatre to Host an Evening of Ghostly Tales… After a sold-out tour of the Midlands and an acclaimed appearance at the UK Ghost Story Festival, the unique and unnerving storytelling of The Librarian of Weeping Bank is set to captivate Liverpool for the first time. On Thursday 30 October the intimate setting of the Unity Theatre will be transformed into the candlelit study of the enigmatic Librarian for a…
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Review: Lost Atoms Liverpool Playhouse Theatre
Lost Atoms is a tightly woven, emotionally resonant drama that delves deeply into the complex themes of memory, identity, and the fragile nature of human relationships. The play unravels the intricate ways in which past experiences shape our present selves and profoundly influence the connections we forge with one another. This production masterfully combines intimate storytelling with inventive physicality, resulting in a performance that feels both immediate and subtly unsettling, inviting the audience to engage…
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A Fairytale Spectacle: The Sleeping Beauty Coming To Liverpool Empire
If you’re after a little magic this October, then step inside the Liverpool Empire and prepare to be transported. English National Ballet are bringing Sir Kenneth MacMillan’s The Sleeping Beauty to town, and it’s an evening that promises pure wonder. We all know the story – Princess Aurora cursed at birth by the deliciously wicked Carabosse, doomed to prick her finger on her 16th birthday. But thanks to the Lilac Fairy’s intervention, death is swapped…
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Lost Atoms – A Frantic Exploration of Love and Memory
Frantic Assembly’s Lost Atoms is a raw, physical dive into love, loss and the fragile nature of memory. Written by Anna Jordan (Yen, The Unreturning, Succession), and directed by Frantic’s Scott Graham, this new production fuses movement, light and sound to explore how we remember — and misremember — the people who shape us. Jess and Robbie (Hannah Sinclair Robinson and Joe Layton) meet in a liminal “No Man’s Land”, where fragments of their past…
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Review: The Last Laugh at Liverpool Playhouse
Three of Britain’s most prolific comedians are brought to life in this hilarious yet poignant adapted play centered around the lives of Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse. Take a trip down memory lane and join the trio on a witty, uproariously sentimental journey through the years. Described as a ‘Love letter to the golden age of comedy’. A guaranteed gleeful and entertaining night out! This is a performance for all, fans old and…
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Jim Jefferies Brings New Tour Son of A Carpenter To Liverpool
Acclaimed comedian Jim Jefferies is set to bring his brand-new stand-up tour, Son of a Carpenter, to Liverpool’s Empire Theatre on Tuesday 4 November 2025. Known for his sharp wit, brutally honest storytelling, and ability to challenge beliefs with humour, Jefferies has become one of the most influential voices in global comedy. The Liverpool date is part of an extensive UK tour that also includes shows in Manchester, Glasgow, Cardiff, and London. The Australian-born, UK-forged…
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Review: Shake It Up Baby at the Epstein Theatre
The Epstein Theatre’s world premiere of Shake It Up Baby revisits one of the most unique chapters in popular music history — The Beatles’ apprenticeship in the clubs of Hamburg — and does so with an infectious vitality that makes the evening as much a gig as it is a play. Rather than attempting to pin down the precise chronology of events, Stephen Fletcher’s production embraces atmosphere and energy, treating the story as a memory,…
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Review: Night Collar at St Helens Theatre Royal
Having been shown previously in 2010 and 2011 at the Theatre Royal, one of Merseyside’s favourite theatres, Night Collar returns and sweeps you into the dark heart of Christmas Eve, where a solitary taxi serves as a portal to a city’s hidden rhythms. Over the course of this performance, playwrights Tony Furlong and Jimmy Power, under the direction of Regal Ents. Chantelle Joseph guide us through skimpily lit streets, brash encounters, and fleeting glimpses of…
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Valley Community Theatre Brings Powerful Double Bill to Liverpool
This October, Valley Community Theatre presents a striking double bill of theatre that blends history, activism and raw contemporary storytelling. On Monday 6 October (Valley Theatre, Childwall Valley Road) and Tuesday 7 October (The Studio Beyond, Wood Street), audiences can experience The Ballad of Crooked Lane and Wake – two works that promise to challenge, move and inspire. At the heart of the evening is The Ballad of Crooked Lane, a new play that shines a light on one of…
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Review: Stayin’ Alive at Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre
A Powerful, Darkly Comic Dive into Grief and Self-Discovery. Written and presented by Victoria Oxley with support from Emma Bispham ‘Stayin Alive’ ran for two nights at Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre (24 & 25 September). If there’s one thing you can’t accuse Stayin’ Alive of, it’s pulling its punches. Victoria Oxley’s debut play, a dark comedy imbued with raw honesty, doesn’t shy away from the kind of emotional complexity that most theatre scripts tend to…
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Review: Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell at Liverpool Playhouse
Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell tells its story without words. On a small Liverpool Playhouse stage, solitary characters leave cramped rooms and gather in a smoky 1930s Soho pub. Each dancer seeks connection, and the tight space makes every hope and heartbreak feel immediate. The performance unfolds a wordless dance drama set in the underpasses and back streets of 1930s London. Inspired by Patrick Hamilton’s interwar tales, it tracks a cast of solitary figures escaping…
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Shakespeare North Playhouse Unveils Exciting Winter/Spring 2025–26 Season
Shakespeare North Playhouse has announced its winter and spring programme for 2025–26, offering a vibrant mix of theatre, music, film, and community events in Prescot. Tickets are now on sale, with priority booking for supporters from 10 September. Memberships start from just £5 a month, giving audiences first access to tickets while supporting the Playhouse’s year-round work. Theatre Highlights Kicking off the season is Jim Cartwright’s acclaimed play TWO, directed by Lisa Allen. Set in…
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Review: Treasure Island At The Hope Street Theatre
Treasure Island, the iconic pirate novel by Scottish author Robert Louis Stevenson published in 1883, tells the classic tale of buccaneers and buried gold set in the 18th century. Consistently being reimagined by modern directors, this Off Topic Theatre production at The Hope Street Theatre and directed by Clayton Travis found a fresh take on the humor and dialogue which could easily have come off as dusty as a hidden treasure map. Long John Silver,…
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Unity Theatre Announces Autumn & Winter Programme
Liverpool’s thriving combined arts venue – Unity Theatre – has announced its brand new Autumn / Winter 2025 season, featuring a varied programme of high-quality theatre, arts, music and performance. Serving as a counterpoint the mainstream, Unity exist to champion diverse arts and platform underrepresented voices – and this season’s programme does just that. Unity has been behaving radically onstage since the 1930s, with its roots in The Unity Theatre movement – a national theatrical…
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Review: I Am Steven Gerrard, The Epstein Theatre
I Am Steven Gerrard opened at the Epstein Theatre 11 September an ideal venue for not only this highly personal performance but for the wider artistic scene in Liverpool. The story boldly captures the journey of Shane, an unwavering supporter of Liverpool Football Club. His fervent desire to emulate his hero, Steven Gerrard, propels him into an emotionally charged exploration that is both compelling and profound. The play masterfully weaves together humour and honest introspection,…
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A Christmas Carol Coming To St George’s Hall This December
GINIFICENT Theatre Company are bringing their acclaimed production, A Christmas Carol, to St George’s Hall this December. A must-see this Christmas, the company steps into the awe-inspiring Great Hall with a brand-new haunting interpretation of Charles Dickens’ timeless classic. Running from 12–24 December 2025, this atmospheric retelling marks GINIFICENT’s 23rd consecutive year of performing Dickens’ ghostly tale — in their signature ‘true to the book’ authentic style with language of the era. For the past eight years,…
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Preview: Matthew Bourne’s The Midnight Bell – Liverpool Playhouse 16 – 20 September
A Dance of Lonely Hearts Arrives in Liverpool. Matthew Bourne, the UK’s most acclaimed and popular choreographer, is bringing his latest production, The Midnight Bell, to the Liverpool Playhouse this September 2025. A poignant and deeply human work, the ballet draws inspiration from the novels of renowned British author Patrick Hamilton, known for his powerful and truthful portrayals of London life in the 1930s. Hamilton, whose most famous works, Rope and Gaslight, were adapted into…
Liverpool is a city that knows how to entertain. From live music and theatre to comedy, film, nightlife, and family-friendly attractions, there’s always something happening to keep locals and visitors engaged. Our Entertainment in Liverpool category brings together the best experiences across the city, offering guides, reviews, and insights to help you make the most of your time in Liverpool.
The city’s live music scene is world-renowned, from legendary venues like the Cavern Club to contemporary spaces such as Camp & Furnace, Invisible Wind Factory and Arts Club. Liverpool’s entertainment extends beyond music, with theatre productions, comedy shows, and immersive experiences available across the city. Whether you’re into gripping drama at the Everyman Theatre, experimental performances at FACT, or stand-up comedy at Hot Water Comedy Club, Liverpool has entertainment to suit every taste.
Family-friendly entertainment is also a big part of the city’s offering. Attractions such as museums, science centres, escape rooms, and interactive experiences provide fun days out for all ages. Seasonal events, pop-up attractions, and festivals add extra variety to the city’s entertainment calendar, ensuring there’s always something new to explore.
Food and drink often go hand in hand with entertainment in Liverpool. From bars and cafés offering live music to themed nights at restaurants, the city’s social scene complements its cultural offerings. Our guides highlight the best spots where you can enjoy a full evening out, combining dining and entertainment in one experience.
Liverpool’s entertainment scene is vibrant, diverse, and constantly evolving. Whether you’re seeking the latest events, insider tips, or recommendations for top venues, the Entertainment in Liverpool category is your essential resource. From casual nights out to special experiences, we cover everything you need to enjoy the city to the fullest.