Art in the Maze: Finding Wonder Around Every Corner Let’s start with a confession. Navigating Crossroads at Liverpool Hope University’s Creative Campus is no small feat. The layout meanders, buildings slip past you, corridors tighten, doors open into places you didn’t expect. It’s part art show, part dream logic. And on a busy early evening, with private view visitors gently jostling through narrow passageways, the sense of disorientation only deepens. But here’s the thing; like…
Heat Outside, Hush Within… On a sweltering, airless afternoon in Liverpool, when Prescot Street seemed to shimmer under relentless sunlight, salvation comes in the form of the Bridewell Studios and Gallery—a cool, contemplative refuge tucked away behind thick Victorian walls. Step inside, and the hush is almost monastic. But it’s not silence that fills the space — it’s something charged, something quietly electric. It’s the presence of Caroline Gorick’s latest work. Her painting doesn’t so…
The Culture Network LCR CIC, the new membership organisation championing the Liverpool City Region’s arts and culture sector, is marking a milestone first year since launching in Spring 2024. With 65+ member organisations and growing, the network has quickly become a vital advocate for the region’s creative and cultural sector—driving collaboration, supporting economic growth, and expanding access to culture across the region. A Year of Impact – At a Glance 65+ cultural member organisations and…
Launching just in time for Father’s Day, Antonietta has unveiled Liverpool’s first and only, limited edition Peroni gelato. Renowned for its authentic artisan gelato, freshly baked pastries, exquisite cakes and hand crafted chocolate, Antonietta is Liverpool’s go-to for indulgence. Located in the heart of Liverpool city centre, in the city’s popular Italian Quarter in Williamson Square, Antonietta is part of the P&D Gran Caffe family, providing sweet treats, Italian delicacies and traditional desserts as well as modern flavours, to…
Liverpool’s vibrant cultural tapestry is set to gain new threads this June as Liverpool Hope University unveils a compelling series of events, promising to be a significant platform for emergent and established artistic voices. Eschewing the conventional, these three distinct happenings offer a nuanced exploration of contemporary creative practice, inviting audiences to engage with film, spoken word, and the very processes of artistic production. The proceedings commence on Monday, 16 June, within the architectural embrace…
Planning to propose or getting ready for the big day? Finding the right ring is a pretty special moment, so it’s important to make it feel personal, meaningful, and something you’ll both love forever. Liverpool has some amazing jewellers who really know their stuff when it comes to engagement and wedding rings. So, if you’re looking for something that stands out and feels like you, you have plenty of options to choose from in Liverpool. …
Agitprop Returns to the People’s Stage at Hope Street Theatre. Socialist theatre isn’t some dusty artefact locked away in a museum archive — it’s a vital, breathing part of Britain’s working-class heritage. Born of struggle, fired by solidarity, and carried by conviction, this form of theatre blazed onto the scene in the early 20th century with real purpose. Between the 1920s and the 1950s, the stage became a battleground. It wasn’t about velvet curtains and…
Liverpool-based design studio Dorothy has dropped a brand-new special edition tee that pays homage to the global mecca of dance music – Ibiza. The Discoteca Ibiza T-Shirt is a must-have for house music lovers, clubbing veterans, and sun-chasing ravers, making it the perfect addition to any summer wardrobe. Following the success of their NYC Disco T-Shirt, this latest release maps out the locations of Ibiza’s most legendary venues — from the era-defining sets of DJ…
After standing empty since 2022, the time has finally come to say goodbye to one of Liverpool’s most iconic landmarks: the old Royal Liverpool University Hospital. First opening its doors in 1978, it served the community for 44 years. Now, in its final stages of demolition, its gradual disappearance marks a monumental shift for many Scousers. For decades, those who passed along Prescot Street would glance up at the towering concrete shell, a looming Optimus…
A slice of the Deep South has arrived in Liverpool city centre with the launch of SuSu’s New Orleans Kitchen, now open inside Molly Malone’s on Victoria Street. Founded by American friends Reggie Pulliam and Adam Williams, SuSu’s is serving up a menu of bold and soulful Southern favourites — with dishes like Shrimp Bread, Gumbo, Jambalaya, PoBoys and Baked Oysters making their Liverpool debut. The kitchen officially opened its doors on Monday 9 June,…
You’ve probably been here before—there’s a buzz, whispers of the next big thing, a surge of social media hype—and then the inevitable crash of disappointment when it turns out to be all surface and no soul. New Merseyside combo Credits could easily have fallen into that trap. Instead, they’ve emerged with substance, style, and a generous helping of Scouse swagger. Their debut headline show at Liverpool’s ARC, tucked away in the effortlessly cool Baltic Triangle,…
This is your Liverpool health and wellness guide. Health, fitness, and self-care are no longer luxuries—they’re essential practices for navigating modern life. Whether you’re looking to elevate your fitness, recover after a tough workout, or discover a peaceful wellness retreat, Liverpool offers some amazing spaces to help you meet your health goals. From top-quality gyms and relaxing saunas to rejuvenating massage therapists and mindful yoga studios, there’s something for everyone. This guide will take you…
Critically acclaimed singer-songwriter Father John Misty has announced a highly anticipated Liverpool show as part of his 2025 summer tour. He will perform at Liverpool Olympia on Friday 27 June, with support from special guest Loren Kramar. The announcement follows the release of his latest album Mahashmashana, which entered the UK album chart at number 12 in November 2024 and earned rave reviews. The album features eight expansive tracks, including singles I Guess Time Makes…
This year’s Liverpool Biennial (7 June – 14 September) – the 13th edition – is titled BEDROCK, and it’s all about what lies beneath: from Liverpool’s sandstone foundations to the social, cultural and ancestral roots that shape us. Curated by Marie-Anne McQuay, BEDROCK brings together artists from around the world to explore themes like identity, memory, family, migration, belonging and the environment. Liverpool Biennial 2025: What to Expect More than 35 international artists Free exhibitions,…
Liverpool Arab Arts Festival (LAAF), the longest running annual festival of Arab arts and culture in the UK, returns for its 23rd year this July – and has just announced more events for this year’s edition!LAAF exists to support and champion creatives from across the Arab region and its diaspora, in the belief that art and creativity have the power to express a shared humanity. The festival also celebrates Liverpool’s unique identity; a city, with…
From Shakespeare to ABBA, a brand new summer cinema brings iconic stories to life in Liverpool’s most scenic garden. This summer, a brand-new open-air cinema is coming to Liverpool, promising magical movie nights beneath the stars in the leafy surrounds of Calderstones Park. Launching in July, the outdoor screen will take pride of place in the gardens of the Grade II listed Mansion House, home to national Shared Reading charity, The Reader. Running from Wednesday…
Akram Abdulfattah is a Palestinian-American violinist who combines jazz with middle eastern and Indian music. Akram’s music is influenced by Hindu, Turkish, and Persian styles, reflecting the rich legacy and culture of oriental sounds in a modernized fashion. In 2023, his multinational group visited the UK for the first time, performing a debut London show, and appearing at Knockengorroch and Cambridge Folk festivals. Akram’s talent has received international recognition as he’s won prestigious awards and engaged in various international and cross-culture projects.…
A Celebration of Emerging Creativity… There’s something special about June in Liverpool, and it’s not just the promise of the returning sunshine. It’s degree show season—when the city’s art schools throw open their doors and let the creativity spill out into the world. And this year, Liverpool Hope University’s Fine Art Degree Show is shaping up to be a must-see on the cultural calendar. On Friday 13 June, the Creative Campus will come alive as…
A unique tribute to the music of The Beatles, which has been over two years in the making, will be performed for the first time ever in Liverpool this July. Another Seven Symphonies will see 39 different Beatles songs – divided over 7 symphonies performed by a full symphonic orchestra without the use of any rhythm section or vocals. WedgeView Music Netherlands will present this world premiere at the exquisite Tung Auditorium, that aptly resides inside the Yoko Ono Lennon Centre. The Antwerp Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by the Brazilian Alexandra Arrieche considered one of the most exciting and unique conductors of her…
This June, love will be in the air as Backyard Cinema’s critically acclaimed production of Romeo + Juliet returns to St George’s Hall, Liverpool, for a spectacular week-long cinematic residency. Taking place from 23 – 29 June 2025, this immersive reimagining of Baz Luhrmann’s 1996 cult classic promises to be one of the city’s most atmospheric and talked-about events of the summer. This is not just a film screening. Audiences will step into the grandeur of St George’s Hall – a…