Liverpool Arts and Culture magazine
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Entertainment in Liverpool
Fiesta Bombarda Returns To Sefton Park Palm House
Fiesta Bombarda’s first carnival of 2016 will be hosted in the amazing glass structure of Sefton Park Palm House. They return to the amazing venue after the near-instant sell-out and incredibly memorable carnival there in early 2014. Full line-up announcement coming shortly. Follow the Facebook page to keep up with the latest news: www.facebook.com/fiestabombarda
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Entertainment in Liverpool
‘Cult Classic’ Film Screenings At The Lantern Theatre Kicking Off With ‘Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy’
We are excited to announce we will be hosting regular ‘cult classic’ film screenings in the cosy surroundings of The Lantern Theatre in 2016. The screenings will begin with a firm comedy favourite ‘Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy’ on 27th February. The night will include special Anchorman treats for fans of the film, free popcorn & snacks and themed cocktails including the ‘Sex Panther’, ‘Milk Was A Bad Choice’ & ‘Smelly Pirate Hooker’. Tickets…
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Activities in Liverpool
Kids’ Event ‘Square Pegs FESTIVal’ To Bring Children’s Creativity Out of Hibernation
Bring your child’s creativity out of hibernation this winter for a second helping of Square Pegs’ feast for the imagination. The Pegs, along with the guys from everyone’s favourite Baltic warehouse, Constellations have been working like elves since their last event to put together an act that will do more than entertain: little ones become immersed in a magical world where individuality triumphs and wonders never cease. The collaboration will be bringing a host of…
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Comedy Clubs
Laughterhouse Live Returns To Liverpool Philharmonic
No less than seven giants of comedy will come together in Liverpool this Christmas to perform at Laughterhouse Live on Sunday 13 December 2015. Presented by Laughterhouse Comedy in the wonderful setting of Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, the line-up will be headlined by Irish comedy sensation Tommy Tiernan. Known for his unique style of humour, comedy circuit favourite Tommy is known for his live performancesincluding Live At The Apollo and Michael McIntyre’s Comedy Roadshow. He burst onto…
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Bands in Liverpool
The Coral Announced As Headliners For Sound City 2016
Wirral band The Coral have been announced as headliners for Sound City 2016 for the two day music festival at Bramley Moore Dock. The announcement follows the news from the band that they will be heading out on a European tour next year. The first wave of acts were announced this week including Circa Waves, Sleaford Mods, The Dandy Warhols, Band of Skulls and Young Fathers. Sound City 28th & 29th May 2016 Tickets For…
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Entertainment in Liverpool
New Catacombs Tours Confirmed For 2016 With Victorian Gangs Special
Explore The History of Liverpool St George’s Hall Through Promenade Theatre – The Catacombs of Liverpool’s Darkest History. The increasingly popular promenade theatre Catacombs tours of St George’s Hall Liverpool return by popular demand in 2016 with new darker stories of Liverpool’s Victorian gang scene. Lovehistory and St George’s Hall are pleased to announce the latest in the series of the popular ‘Catacombs of Liverpool’s Darkest History’ tours, to run for six days from 27…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Archie’s Burgers & Shakes Unveils New Handmade Smashed Burger Menu
Archie’s is hoping to add more sparkle to its ever-popular menu with the addition of five new smashed style burgers. The Star Burger range features fresh patties that are made using a unique process called ‘smashing’ and are served with a selection of tasty toppings. Diners can now enjoy them at the eatery’s biggest venue to date, which recently opened on Liverpool’s Ranelagh Street, and the company’s two other sites in Manchester. Owners of Archie’s,…
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Liverpool Events
Freeze Prepare For Final 10th Anniversary Shows Featuring Greg Wilson & Gilles Peterson
December sees two final amazing parties take place at The Garage in Liverpool for Freeze’s 10th anniversary year. Two truly venerable icons see 2015 out in sublimely fine style, with the first dropping in on Saturday 5th December. Starting his career in the local clubs of the region back in the 70s, Greg Wilson is now recognised as one of the most important figures on the UK dance scene and a mainstay of the festival…
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Bars in Liverpool
Viva Brazil To Reopen 26th November
The new-look Viva Brazil restaurant will re-open on Castle street on 26th November after an extensive refurbishment following a fire earlier in the year. After keeping customers happy with a temporary pop up venue in the Met Quarter, they will be back in their original home and better than ever next week. Viva Brazil: 36 Castle Street, L2 0NR Visit Their Official Website Here.
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
Top Regional Businessmen Gather For Groundbreaking Art Project
A local artist is gathering key male leaders from Merseyside to take part in a unique wellbeing project that aims to open up conversations around preventing suicide and promoting wellbeing for young men. Big Love My Brother, is a collaboration between artist Clare Campbell and innovative social organisation, Knowsley Youth Mutual, and follows the success of Big Love Sista programs, which involved more than 100 high-flying females and CEOs including MP Luciana Berger and Morecrofts’…
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
Capstan’s Bazaar Announce Free Pop-up Festive Arts & Crafts Market At Constellations
Capstan’s Bazaar are excited to announce their family-friendly winter market on Sunday 13th December at Constellations, Liverpool. Expect to see much more of their usual artistic and intriguing stalls, but with a festive twist. As always, there will be a diverse variety of makers selling everything from quirky clothing to creative prints and seasonal gifts. Rummage through vintage and up-cycled clothing from Junkbox Vintage, amazing illustrations from Caroline Dowsett and original screen prints from Alex…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
New Mexcican Restaurant Wahaca Opens In The City Centre 20th November
The award winning Mexican restaurant chain Wahaca will be opening it’s doors on College Lane, Liverpool One on 20th November. Already a popular eatery with several restaurants across London and the likes of Bristol and Mnachester they are bringing their ‘Mexican Market Eating’ to Liverpool. And It’s opening just in time to show off its winter & Christmas menus, giving a Mexican twist to the festive season. For More Info Visit The Official Website Here.
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
Winter Arts Market 2015 At St Georges Hall 5 & 6th December
The seventh annual Winter Arts Market will take place on 5 & 6th December 2015. The Winter Arts Market is Merseyside’s largest arts and crafts market. Held in Liverpool’s glorious Grade-I listed St George’s Hall, it’s the perfect place to pick up some truly unique, handmade Christmas gifts for all those hard-to-buy for friends and family. See this beautiful neo-classical space transformed into a hive of festive activity with thousands upon thousands of items for…
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Entertainment in Liverpool
Watch Classic Film ‘Brief Encounter’ At The Philharmonic 3rd December
David Lean’s 1945 film traces the affair of a married doctor and suburban housewife who meet on a train platform. It is one of the most popular romantic British films of all time. The soundtrack features Rachmaninov’s Piano Concerto No.2 throughout: in fact, the film helped to popularise this epic work. Brief Encounter: Thursday 3rd December, 11am. You can also add an option of brunch or two course lunch for £16. Tickets for the film screening…
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Bars in Liverpool
Host Pan Asian Restaurant Team Up With Liverpool Craft Beer Co For A Series Of Events After Successful Launch Night
Host, Liverpool’s original Pan Asian restaurant and bar concept in Hope Street held a night with The Liverpool Craft Beer Company dedicated to demonstrating craft beer as the perfect accompaniment to Pan-Asian food. Following discussions with the Love Lane Liverpool City Centre-based business, Host will now be collaborating on a series of similar events beginning in the new year. The Liverpool Craft Beer Company’s Jess Doyle said: “For a long time now, people have thought…
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
Threshold Six: Festival Puts Out Call For Visual Artists
With less than a month until their submission window closes, Threshold are on the look out for applications from artists to be part of Threshold Festival 2016. For 2015, their exhibition was entitled ‘Contrasting Geometries’ and platformed the work of over 30 artists across 3 venues in the Baltic Triangle including the fantastic Liverpool Craft Beer Space, a warehouse on the cusp of renovation that was turned into a pop-up gallery. As they look forward to their 6th Festival, the…
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Art Exhibitions in Liverpool
Sound City+ 2016 Passes On Sale Now in Partnership with Skiddle
The Sound City conference will return in 2016 as Sound City+ Taking place on Friday 27th May at the mesmerising Titanic Hotel, the UK’s premier international music & digital business conference will feature Sound City’s most incisive conference programme yet. Sound City+ passes are now on sale in partnership with Skiddle. For £150 + booking fee, your pass will grant you access to all Sound City+ has to offer AND entrance to the Sound City music…
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Bars in Liverpool
Innovators Behind Liverpool’s Bar Scene Reveal Latest Plans; Rodizio Pizzeria, Santa Maluco
Graffiti Spirits Group, the innovative bar & restaurant company widely regarded in Liverpool as prime innovators behind Liverpool’s progressive new cocktail, bar and dining scene has submitted plans to Liverpool council to bring one of Castle Street’s most iconic buildings back into use. Director Matthew Farrell, one of the partners behind the fiercely independent group who already operate city centre bars Santa Chupitos, El Bandito, Salt Dog Slims, 81 Ltd and their ‘smokehouse and cocktails’ venue Slim’s Pork Chop Express revealed that they…
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Bands in Liverpool
Free Recording Studio Opening In Liverpool
Backbone Studios will become Liverpool’s first free recording studio when it opens on Friday 13th November. The studio is in partnership with Mode Training, who provided the location and £11,000 to help fund the project based in the Alima Centre on Sefton Street close to the city’s Baltic Triangle area. It will also give music technology students from Mode valuable work experience opportunities as well as providing a great facility for the city’s up and…
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Food and Drink in Liverpool
Hard Days Night Hotel Unveils New Autumn Afternoon Tea Menu
Hard Days Night Hotel has unveiled its new Afternoon Tea menu devised with the autumnal months in mind. Served in the North John Street hotel’s exclusive Lounge & Bar, the fab-foursome of Afternoon Tea selections are sure to whet the appetites of Beatles fanatics and the general public alike. Including classic choices such as Tradition Afternoon Tea and Cream Tea, the menu also comprises the limited edition John Lennon 75 Afternoon Tea and High Tea…
