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7 Things To Do In Southport

Posted on 05/02/2025 | by Uncover

7 Amazing Things to Do in Southport - The Atkinson — Credit: The Atkinson

Southport offers a mix of culture, history, and unique attractions to enjoy. The Atkinson, a stunning 19th-century venue, is the town’s cultural heart, featuring a museum, theatre, art gallery, and a diverse programme of exhibitions and performances. Film lovers can enjoy the Southport Bijou Cinema, an independent, not-for-profit cinema showcasing everything from cult classics to indie gems in a cosy setting. Whether you’re exploring local history, catching a film, or discovering hidden gems, there’s plenty to see and do. Here are seven top attractions to check out in Southport.

1. The Atkinson

The Atkinson is Southport’s home for music, theatre, art, literature and history. Situated in the middle of the iconic Lord Street and just three minutes’ walk from Southport train station.

The venue is a popular destination for families and arts enthusiasts alike. The nineteenth century buildings create a welcoming and accessible multi art-form venue.

The Atkinson is open throughout the year and presents a varied seasonal programme and changing exhibitions, events and lectures, so whatever time you visit, they offer a creative and varied day out.

The Atkinson: Lord Street, PR8 1DB.

2. Southport Beach & RSPB Marshside

RSPB Marshside wetland site is located north of Southport town centre and has some of the best wildlife in the region, with amazing year round viewing opportunities.

In the summer, you’ll see nesting birds like avocets and lapwings, while the skies are full with pink-footed geese and wigeons in the winter.

If you’re new to wildlife watching, they also offer special event days to learn more and help get you involved.

RSPB Marshside: Marine Drive, PR9 9NT.

3. Southport Bijou Cinema

For film lovers, the Southport Bijou Cinema is a must-visit. This independent, not-for-profit cinema offers a cosy and intimate setting, showcasing a mix of classic films, indie gems, and cult favourites. They offer affordable tickets and have a fully licensed café bar. Whether you’re catching a timeless classic or discovering a hidden cinematic treasure, the Bijou Cinema brings a unique movie-going experience to the heart of Southport.

Southport Bijou Cinema: 8 Post Office Ave, PR9 0US

4. British Lawnmower Museum

Southport’s British Lawnmower Museum has now become one of the world’s leading authorities on vintage lawnmowers and are now specialists in antique garden machinery, supplying parts, and valuing machines from all over the world.

They have created a unique ‘turfrific’ exhibition called Lawnmowers of the Rich & Famous including lawnmowers and garden implements by Prince Charles and Princess Diana, Brian May and Eric Morecambe.

The cutting edge museum is a truly unique attraction. Parts of the 2000 Lawnmower collection attracts visitors to take the ‘Unique Experience Personal Guided Tour’ of the museum – See the biggest, the smallest, the first, the most expensive, the fastest & ‘Lawnmowers of the Rich & Famous’ each with untold unique stories from our great British social Heritage.

To book a tour contact – br@lawnmowerworld.com(or call 07793825353).

British Lawnmower Museum: 106-112 Shakespeare Street, PR8 5AJ

5. Southport Little Theatre

Southport Dramatic Club was founded in 1920 and the art deco styled Little Theatre became their permanent home just prior to World War Two.

By the 1960s, the club was putting on seven shows a season. Seasons now comprise of eight productions, including, a regular ‘Out-of-Season’ production in their bar.

They are currently presenting Gym and Tonic, a bittersweet comedy and honest commentary on the state of our times, 20-29 October, 7.30pm.

Little Theatre: Hoghton Street, PR9 0PA.

6. Parks and Gardens

Southport has a number of beautiful parks and gardens to visit. Hesketh Park is one of the largest parks in Southport. The Victorian Park has plenty to offer visitors, a mile walk away from Southport’s centre and with plenty of on street parking, this picturesque park is a perfect place to lose track of time.

The gardens and ornate fountains have been restored and reconstructed, to bring the park back to its former glory. There are numerous nature trails, varied wildlife, a large lake, and a children’s play area.

Hesketh Park: 17 Park Crescent, PR9 9JN.

The 17-acre King’s Gardens features Victorian shelters, a Venetian Bridge, and colorful flowerbeds and displays, carefully tended by the local community. The park often hosts events and also features a charming vintage tearoom.

King’s Gardens: 1 Promenade, PR8 1QY.

7. Seasonal Events

Southport is home to several major events throughout the year, making it a fantastic destination for seasonal celebrations. The Southport Air Show, Southport Flower Show, and British Musical Fireworks Championship are just a few examples of the exciting events that draw visitors from all over. These events offer thrilling displays, live entertainment, and a chance to celebrate the season in style.

Southport Air Show (July)

The Southport Air Show is a thrilling annual event held on Southport beach. Featuring a spectacular display of military, civilian, and historical aircraft, it’s a must-see for aviation enthusiasts. With exciting aerial acrobatics, ground-based attractions, and family-friendly entertainment, the air show offers a day of fun for all ages.

Southport Flower Show (August)

The Southport Flower Show is the UK’s largest independent flower show, held annually in Victoria Park. The event showcases stunning gardens, floral displays, and horticultural excellence. Visitors can also enjoy live music, food stalls, shopping, and expert gardening advice, making it a brilliant day out for green-fingered enthusiasts and families alike.

British Musical Fireworks Championship (September)

The British Musical Fireworks Championship is a dazzling pyrotechnic spectacle held at Victoria Park. Top firework teams compete to create breathtaking displays synchronised to music. The event fills the night sky with colour and sound, offering a magical experience for spectators.

To discover more things to do across the Liverpool City Region check out our What’s On listings.

Have we missed anything in this article? Let us know! Get in touch with Clare at clare@culture.org.uk. We strive to make our features as inclusive as possible, so we’re keen to hear your suggestions.

13 Unmissable Things To Do In Liverpool And The City Region In February

Posted on 03/02/2025 | by Uncover

February offers a fantastic lineup of things to do in Liverpool and the city region with new exhibitions, shows, films, and workshops to explore. Enjoy folk festivals at The Atkinson, discover spring exhibitions at Williamson Art Gallery, experience The Merchant of Venice at Liverpool Playhouse, or catch Jazz Sabbath at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Music Room—there’s something for everyone!

1. My Big Brother Sammy / Smiles, Unity Theatre (4 – 5 February)

The Unity Theatre presents two insightful and compelling productions for 2025. My Big Brother Sammy follows Jess and her older brother, Sammy, on the night of their Nan’s 70th birthday party. Bold, funny, and thought-provoking, this play dives into the highs and lows of sibling bonds, female empowerment, and complex issues of misogyny.

Smiles follows Makena, a shy and reserved introvert, and Ruby, a loud, unstoppable extrovert who can’t stand being alone. But as life throws unexpected challenges their way, the two opposites form an unlikely friendship that shakes things up—and changes everything.

2. Merchant of Venice 1936, Liverpool Playhouse (4 – 8 February)

Ambition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936, direct from selling out the RSC and London’s West End. Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders, Doctor Who) as Shylock, Shakespeare’s classic is transported to 1930s Britain in this striking new production. The Telegraph described the production as ‘making theatre history’. The show is adapted by Brigid Larmour and Tracy-Ann Oberman.

Don’t miss this unforgettable, electrifying new production of The Merchant of Venice, a fascinating and timely reminder of a key moment in British history.

3. The Plant That Stowed Away, Tate Liverpool (6 February – 11 May)

Through art in the Tate Collection, The Plant that Stowed Away traces the connections between the trading history of cities like Liverpool and the global movements of plants and people. This display is inspired by the Weeds of Wallasey series by Wirral-born photographer Chris Shaw which highlights the battle between nature and the post-industrial landscape of the area where he grew up.

The display includes collage by French modernist Henri Matisse, the Afro-futurist photography of Cristina de Middel, Turner Prize-nominated artist Delaine Le Bas’s textile work and Kader Attia’s caustic film exploring our relationship with oil and sugar.

4. PVTV Fringe Flicks: David Lynch’s The Grand Mother + Short Films, DoES Liverpool (7 February)

Join the team for a night of bold and experimental cinema at Fringe Flicks. Immerse yourself in a captivating evening of unconventional films that challenge the norm and spark conversation. The night begins with David Lynch’s The Grandmother (1970), a surreal blend of live-action and animation that delves into themes of trauma, isolation, and connection. This haunting short film offers a glimpse into the early brilliance of one of cinema’s most iconic filmmakers.

The experience continues with a line-up of compelling short films from around the world and Liverpool, celebrating the weird, the subversive, and the imaginative.

5. Jazz Sabbath – Liverpool Philharmonic Hall Music Room (11 February)

This tongue-in-cheek show is helmed by pianist Adam Wakeman (Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne’s solo band since 2004). Jazz Sabbath are a jazz trio from the UK that plays (instrumental) jazz interpretations of Black Sabbath songs, exploring the boundaries between jazz and the songs that defined heavy metal, echoing already present jazz riffs and discovering new ones.

Presenting themselves as a jazz trio formed in 1968 and being the original writers of the tracks, later made famous by Black Sabbath, they released their self-titled debut album in 2020.

6. Farah Al Qasimi: Everybody was Invited to a Party, Bluecoat (11 – 23 February)

Following on from Lee Tsai, the Bluecoat will screen Farah Al Qasimi’s Everybody was Invited to a Party, which takes inspiration from ‘Iftah Ya Simsim’, a 1980s Arabic version of Sesame Street, and borrows text from translation books found in London.

The film features hand-sewn puppets, voiced by the artist, and captures moments where language falters and breaks down, but in doing so opens up new avenues of meaning. The slippages in language, mispronunciations and awkward translations build a world of melancholy and humour. Everybody was Invited to a Party also features music composed and performed by Al Qasimi.

7. Williamson Art Gallery Spring 2025 Exhibitions (12 February – 20 December)

Williamson Art Gallery and Museum will open for 2025 with six brand-new exhibitions. These include new presentations of rarely-seen works from their collections, immersive experiences, and celebrations of contemporary art from across the Liverpool City Region.

The 80th anniversary of the death of Wallasey-trained war artist Albert Richards will be commemorated in an exhibition and you can take an immersive journey into the inner worlds of soil and the subconscious mind in Subterranean Elevator by Di Mainstone.

Two further exhibitions will celebrate contemporary North West artists: Un/Earthed – A Retrospective by Landlines Studio will immerse visitors in the creative process of Angela Stringer and Nicky Perrin plus award-winning photographer Marge Bradshaw has worked with Liverpool Trans and Enby FC, visually documenting participants’ stories of participating in football at the grassroots club.

Also, an extraordinary life will be celebrated in Elizabeth Smolen: Trailblazer. Smolen was a Polish refugee who settled in Birkenhead and became a champion scooter racer and successful businesswoman.

8. Love Folk Fest 2025, The Atkinson (14 – 15 February)

Join the team at The Atkinson for the much-loved annual Love Folk Festival 2025; a celebration of traditional, upcoming and alternative folk music. Headliners Alex Hart and Blue Rose Code are joined by Greenman Rising, Suthering, and a host of other artists. It’s the perfect opportunity to discover new folk music and enjoy some of the classics.

In addition to the main stage, Fatea will once again be hosting the Busk Love Folk acoustic stage. Throughout the festival, the Studio and Theatre Bar will be offering refreshments, with guest ales from Southport Brewery.

9. Queer sew and sew embroidery workshop with Nicole Marnell, Museum of Liverpool, (15 February)

Join Nicole Marnell at the Museum of Liverpool to celebrate LGBTQ+ History Month with a fabulous embroidery extravaganza! Unleash your creativity and celebrate diversity at their vibrant embroidery workshop, where you’ll learn the art of stitching and embroider your very own empowering tote bag.

Whether you’re a needlework novice or an embroidery enthusiast, this fun and inclusive workshop is the perfect place to express yourself and make new friends.

10. Creative Pattern Design, dot-art, Victoria Gallery and Museum (15 February)

Use the amazing backdrop of the Victoria gallery and museum to inspire your own original patterns for print design. This dot-art Creative pattern design workshop is inspired by the amazing interior treasures of the Victoria Gallery and Museum. Suitable for both newcomers / beginners or those with experience wanting to expand on their skills and knowledge. This workshop is Ideal for anyone who loves print and pattern and who would love to learn how to make their own designs.

The beautiful interior of Liverpool’s Victoria Gallery and Museum is a rich Aladdin’s cave of decorative treasures and sure to provide plenty of inspiration.

11. Weird and Wonderful Festival (21 – 23 February)

The Weird and Wonderful Festival is a bold new celebration of creativity, bringing together avant-garde artists, pioneers, and innovators, created by The Studio Below. Featuring mesmerising short films, enthralling theatre, captivating puppetry, and powerful spoken word, this festival is a tribute to the arts that push boundaries and challenge norms.

12. FACT’s Exhibitions (21 February – 11 May)

Bahar Noorizadeh - Free to Choose 2023. Courtesy of the artist — Bahar Noorizadeh – Free to Choose 2023. Courtesy of the artist

If you’re looking for thought-provoking things to do in Liverpool and the region, FACT’s latest exhibitions are a must-see. Presenting two solo exhibitions exploring media, technology, and global politics: Safe Zone by Christopher Kulendran Thomas and Free to Choose by Bahar Noorizadeh are not to be missed. Kulendran Thomas, a British artist of Sri Lankan Tamil descent, examines imperialism and Western individualism through AI-driven video works and paintings. Noorizadeh, a UK-based artist and filmmaker, presents her financial sci-fi opera exploring capitalism and neoliberal economics. Both exhibitions mark their UK premieres at FACT.

13. Pulp Idol 2025 Grand Final (21 February)

The Pulp Idol 2025 Grand Final is set to showcase the best new novelists in the Liverpool City Region. After competing in twelve heats, twelve finalists will battle it out for the title at Liverpool’s Royal Court Theatre Studio on Friday, 21st February. This long-running competition has launched the careers of several successful authors and continues to uncover fresh literary talent. Join the event to support emerging writers and witness the next big name in fiction!

To discover 150+ things to do in Liverpool and the city region check out our What’s On Listings.

Culture Radar – Pravinder Singh (Milap)

Posted on 10/01/2025 | by Uncover

This week’s Culture Radar guest is Pravinder Singh, Head of Programmes & Planning for Milap.

Loved: Shez Raja at Future Yard. A fantastic gig and great to present him on his home turf! Secondly, River of Light. Another wonderful event by Culture Liverpool and for Milap to work with Murugiah for his installation of ‘Rangoli Mirrored Cosmos’ and for all to celebrate Diwali.

Looking forward to: On 16 March, Milap present the internationally renowned, multi-Grammy award winning artist, Rakesh Chaurasia, at the wonderful Tung Auditorium. To me, he is the world’s best flautist, so don’t miss this concert!

I’m also looking forward to Liverpool International Jazz Festival in February and the Darius Brubeck Quartet opening the festival. Milap and LIJF also come together again to present Rekesh Chauhan and Kousic Sen on 22 February.

Trivia: I had graduated from University of Liverpool with a Law degree, when Milap plucked at my heart strings. Nearly 20 years later, I’m still going strong to make Indian Arts accessible to all, in Milap’s 40th Anniversary year! My sisters also happen to be the amazing local and internationally renowned artists, The Singh Twins!!

River of Light 2024 – Map, Times and Installation Full Details

Posted on 20/10/2024 | by Uncover

River of Light 2024 - Bubblesque — Bubblesque. Credit: Visit Liverpool

From 25 October to 5 November, River of Light returns to Liverpool with a playful slant to its latest edition, showcasing twelve supremely eye-catching large-scale installations, created by some of the most talented light artists in the world. Each installation is inspired by the theme of ‘Play’, inviting viewers to enter into the spirit of fun as the river lights up.

From 5 – 9pm each evening you can catch this free event, offering an open-air illuminated gallery along Liverpool’s Waterfront. River of Light features a dynamic loop of light and sound from artists across the world as well as celebrated local and national artists.

Some pieces will transform Liverpool’s Waterfront into a vibrant playground of colour, while others delve deeper, looking at the role of play in our lives, communities, and the city itself.

This year’s event will also see the debut of a collaboration between River of Light and Milap, to celebrate Diwali on 1 November.

River of Light 2024 Installations

Impulse by Lateral Office & CS Design

River of Light 2024 - Impulse — Impulse. Credit: Visit Liverpool

Transforming public space into a big, luminous and interactive playground Impulse invites you into a playful, multi-sensory experience with a standby of childhood play: the seesaw. The installation is a series of teeter-totters that respond to riders’ movements with fluctuating light and sound. With this urban instrument, you will help create an ephemeral environment in constant renewal. However, Impulse’s sights and sounds are not random. Inspired by serialism, a musical method of composition, the installation creates different zones of varying intensity and calm. Impulse is an invitation to play, to laugh and to interact at River of Light 2024. It creates a collective experience of joy and community.

Location: Pier Head

Artist: Lateral Office & CS Design

Rangoli Mirrored Cosmos by MURUGIAH

River of Light 2024 - Rangoli Mirrored Cosmos — Rangoli Mirrored Cosmos. Credit: Visit Liverpool

A 1.8 metre tall fibreglass sculpture with a reflective internal face. Rangoli Mirrored Cosmos is public art light sculpture celebrating Diwali at River of Light 2024. The 3D sculpture also featured large interactive floor graphics at specific slots. Originally Installed as part of the London Design Festival in 2023.

To mark Diwali, the Festival of Light, on Friday 1 November, Culture Liverpool is working with Liverpool-based Indian arts and culture organisation, Milap to programme activity which will take place near to the Rangoli Mirrored Cosmos installation.

Location: Mann Island Atrium

Artist: MURUGIAH

Piano Walk by Amigo & Amigo

River of Light 2024 - Piano Walk. Credit Visit Liverpool — Piano Walk. Credit: Visit Liverpool

Piano Walk invites participants into a captivating musical experience. This installation features 40 interactive keys and piano hammers that strike the strings. The artists were inspired by the intricate details inside a piano, the craftsmanship, the materials and the colours and aimed to reflect these elements elegantly in the installation. Embracing the spirit of musical exploration, every participant is invited to jump on the oversized piano and become part of a collaborative performance, bringing the installation to life.

Location: Pier Head

Artist: Amigo & Amigo

Bubblesque by Atelier Sisu

Bubblesque at Mann Island is an adaptive part of Atelier Sisu’s ‘Bubble-tecture’ collection. This bespoke interactive iteration draws in the audience’s innate sense of curiosity and play, and has been created specifically for the bodies of water around Mann Island. Overflowing onto the land around the water, bubbles fill the area, reminding the audience of a larger-than-life bath tub.

Each interactive module engages a series of water-based droplets. When touched, the bubbles dance with colour, each cycling through series of curated animation sequences. When not interacted with, the bubbles gently flow through colour gradients to ensure that the artwork presents a dynamic presence in the space.

Location: Mann Island Basin

Artist: Atelier Sisu

Illusion Hole by UxU Studio

River of Light 2024 - Illusion Hole — Illusion Hole. Credit: Visit Liverpool

Illusion Hole is the sixth artwork in the ‘Use Your Illusion’ series by UxU Studio. This series, which utilizes meteor lights, was born from the studio’s curiosity about how visitors experience the dynamic movement of light. UxU Studio believes that light, while not a physical substance, can be shaped and transformed into something meaningful, creating new interpretations and perceptions.

In Illusion Hole, light is arranged in a precise geometric pattern, creating the mesmerising illusion of water flowing into a mysterious, unknown black hole. As we observe this captivating display, UxU Studio prompts us to question our perceptions: Are we truly aware of the existence of the water beneath the light, or do we accept the illusion as reality, blurring the lines between what is real and what is false? This thought-provoking installation challenges our understanding of reality, encouraging us to explore the boundaries between truth and illusion.

Location: Royal Albert Dock, Inner quay (on the water)

Artist: UxU Studio

Positive Spin by Liz Harry

River of Light - Positive Spin — Positive Spin. Credit: Visit Liverpool

Positive Spin is a 5.5m high machine from the collective minds of artistic experience creators Invisible Wind Factory and illustrator Liz Harry that invites you to step up and receive a random fortune.

Inspired by a love of summers spent at beach front arcades it’s part immersive experience and part spectacle, this brand new commission aims to share the importance of looking forward positively.

Location: Royal Albert Dock – back of Maritime Museum building

Artist: Liz Harry

Lightbattle III by VENIVIDIMULTIPLEX

River of Light 2024 - Lightbattle III — Lightbattle III. Credit: Visit Liverpool

Lightbattle III is an exciting and immersive experience that celebrates the joy of cycling. The installation features two interactive arches of light, with six bicycles each other from opposite sides. Participants hop on and pedal as fast as they can, with the speed of their cycling causing the lights to intensify in colour. The fastest cyclist is rewarded with a dazzling burst of light, adding to the thrill of the competition.

For the Liverpool exhibition, the installation has been specially adjusted to enhance accessibility and inclusivity. Two of the bicycles have been replaced with hand bikes, making it possible for everyone to join in the fun.

Location: Martin Luther King building – Royal Albert Dock

Artist: VENIVIDIMULTIPLEX

LAPS by Olivier Landreville

River of Light Liverpool 2024 - LAPS Artwork — LAPS. Credit: Visit Liverpool

LAPS is a modern take on the traditional hourglass that gives us the opportunity to literally take control of time. From the top of their 7.8 ft, the 6 giant modules invite the public to change time by turning the steering wheel at their desired pace, in one direction or the other, and to take another look at their perception of time. Time catchers are rewarded with a sound and light experience that inspires immediate wonder.

Take control for a full lap of LAPS; hold your breath, sing a song, clap your hands, propose marriage, do whatever inspires you. Everyone gets to choose the time they want to spend here; this passage of time is truly yours!

Location: The Strand alongside Salthouse Dock

Artist: LAPS was created by Olivier Landreville in collaboration with Serge Maheu, produced by Init and is powered by Creos.

Bunch of Tulips by Koros Design

River of Light 2024 - Bunch of Tulips — Bunch of Tulips. Credit: Visit Liverpool

When you think of tulips, you think of vibrant colour and beauty. This installation by Koros Design inflates this iconic flower to epic proportions, putting it into historical context. Did you know that tulips saw an enormous surge in popularity in the 1630s, a period famously known as ‘tulipmania’?

Koros Design Studio wanted to recreate a bouquet of tulips on a grand scale. The work embodies elements of Pop Art, where the sheer quantity, size, and colour of the tulips reflect and celebrate our culture of mass consumption—a playful, kitschy take on a historical and widely recognised symbol.

Location: Liverpool ONE, Thomas Steers Way

Artist: Koros Design

No Place Like Gnome by Amigo & Amigo

River of Light 2024 - No Place Like Gnome — No Place Like Gnome. Credit: Visit Liverpool

No Place Like Gnome invites participants on a whimsical journey, where each gnome transforms into a charming companion for a photographic exploration of iconic landmarks and hidden treasures. Embracing the essence of global adventure, every gnome carries its own distinctive character and narrative, encouraging River of Light visitors to embark on a captivating quest through their local precinct.

Discover the secret hideouts of these travellers and uncover the magic they bring to every corner of your journey.

Location: Derby Square

Artist: Amigo & Amigo

Checkmate by Amigo & Amigo

River of Light 2024 - Checkmate — Checkmate. Credit: Visit Liverpool

Chess, a timeless symbol of strategic play, transcends cultures and languages, fostering connections among people from diverse backgrounds. Checkmate aims to bring this universal appeal to public spaces, ensuring accessibility and engagement across all ages and cultures. Like an intricate dance of ‘mini sculptures’, each chess piece embodies its own rules and movements, inviting players into a poetic interplay of intellect and concentration.

By transforming this iconic symbol into a monumental spectacle, the public is invited to undertake a wondrous and expansive journey of extraordinary proportions. Each chess piece draws inspiration from the 20th Century Bauhaus movement, a pivotal era where art and design converged, shaping modern aesthetics. This artwork reverently pays homage to Bauhaus’s historical impact, celebrating its fusion of creativity and functionality.

Location: Exchange Flags

Artist: Amigo & Amigo

Firefly Field by Studio Toer

River of Light 2024 - Firefly Field — Firefly Field. Credit: Visit Liverpool

What is the collective noun for a group of fireflies? A swarm seems too beastly. A lantern? A twinkle? A shimmer of fireflies?

Firefly Field is a mesmerising light installation of numerous flying light points that simulate the movements of these nocturnal Lampyridae. Glowing. Darting. Hovering above the ground. The ever-changing bioluminescence of each one is reflected in the grassy slope. On mass, they create a dynamic light scene that triggers visitors’ curiosity and awe.

With Firefly Field, Studio Toer shares their fascination for the aesthetics and movement of these tiny winged creatures and their interest in the way dynamic moving light can express a mood. This minimalist arrangement consists of specially developed LED light points that seem to hover in mid-air. Their unique dynamic composition gives each firefly its unpredictable and natural movement.

Firefly Field premiered at VIVID Sydney in 2019 and has been exhibited at several worldwide events ever since. It now arrive at River of Light for 2024.

Location: Our Lady and St Nicholas Church Garden

Artist: Studio Toer

River of Light 2024 Diwali Celebrations

River of Light 2024 will feature a special Diwali celebration in partnership with Milap on 1 November. The event includes performances by Europe’s top Indian brass band, Bombay Baja, offering three lively sets blending Indian melodies with Dhol rhythms for a Bollywood and Bhangra dance experience. Pianist Bhav will play beautiful Bollywood tunes to enhance the atmosphere near the stunning Rangoli Mirrored Cosmos installation, created by artist Murugiah. Programmed by Culture Liverpool, the installation represents interconnectedness and adds to the vibrant Diwali festivities at Mann Island Atrium, Liverpool Waterfront.

River of Light 2024 Map

River of Light 2024
24 October – 5 November, 5-9pm
Liverpool Waterfront
FREE

For more information about River of Light Liverpool 2024 visit visitliverpool.com/riveroflight.

Must-See Theatre Shows In Liverpool And The City Region This Autumn

Posted on 23/09/2024 | by Uncover

Liverpool’s theatre scene is set to dazzle this autumn with an eclectic mix of theatre shows in Liverpool and the city region that cater to all tastes. From heartwarming musicals to gripping dramas, the Liverpool City Region’s stages will be filled with unforgettable performances.

Highlights include the inspiring tale of Made in Dagenham, the chilling gothic of Dracula, and Girls Don’t Play Guitars, which tells the powerful story of The Liverbirds, Liverpool’s first all-female rock band. Whether you’re in the mood for a pop-fueled journey with & Juliet, a blood-splattered dark comedy like The Lieutenant of Inishmore, or a poignant wartime romance in Birdsong, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your guide to the best theatre shows in Liverpool and the region this season.

The Lieutenant of Inishmore – Everyman Theatre (until 12 October)

Mixing cats, killers and casual violence, The Lieutenant of Inishmore is shocking, savage and sadistically funny, winning the Olivier Award for Best Comedy. From the acclaimed writer of In Bruges, The Pillowman and The Banshees of Inisherin, comes this breathless, blood-splattered tale of revenge.

Girls Don’t Play Guitars – Liverpool Royal Court (27 September – 26 October)

Girls Don’t Play Guitars is the untold true story of The Liverbirds! From The Cavern to Hamburg’s Star Club Mary, Sylvia, Val and Pam did it on their terms, turning down Brian Epstein, hanging out with Jimi Hendrix and driving Chuck Berry wild. This foot-stomping musical will be packed with all of the great 60s songs that shook The Cavern, including the Liverbirds smash hits Peanut Butter and Diddley Daddy.

The Lodger – Unity Theatre (4 – 5 October)

Dora Colquhoun presents The Lodger, starring George Jenkins. Four humans and one hoofed mammal, all on a mission to find home. This hilarious and sometimes tragic tale follows a lodger’s journey as she encounters a menagerie of characters, all yearning for a sense of belonging.

Birdsong – Liverpool Playhouse Theatre (8 – 12 October)

Sebastian Faulks’s epic story of love and loss returns to the stage marking the 30th anniversary of the international best-selling novel. The critically acclaimed Birdsong returns in a brand-new production for 2024. The show tells the story of one man’s journey through an all-consuming love affair and into the horror of the First World War.

The Trials – The Brindley, Runcorn (9 – 12 October)

The near future…The climate emergency is gathering pace and our generation is being judged. The jurors are children. But are they delivering justice – or just taking revenge? A timely and troubling speculative drama that imagines the grim repercussions of our current climate emergency. Dawn King’s searing play The Trials received its British premiere at the Donmar Warehouse, London, in August 2022, directed by Natalie Abrahami.

There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly – Floral Pavilion, New Brighton (13 October)

Bringing one of the world’s best loved nursery rhymes to life just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Pam Adams’ best selling book! There Was an Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly has been written especially for grown ups to enjoy with their children, so come and relive the delights of this most charming of tales complete with a feast of sing along songs, colourful animal characters and heart warming family fun.

Must-See Theatre Shows In Liverpool And The City Region This Autumn/Winter 2024 - Made in Dagenham

Made in Dagenham – Gladstone Theatre, Wirral (16 – 19 October)

Inspired by a true story and based on the hit movie, Made in Dagenham is the uplifting British musical comedy about friendship, love and the importance of fighting for what is right. Funny, touching and timeless, Made in Dagenham shows how ordinary people can do extraordinary things when they stand together.

The Book of Horror Volume II

The Book of Horror Volume II – Hope Street Theatre (23 – 26 October)

4AM Productions returns with their spine-chilling Halloween spectacular after last year’s huge success. This year, the Curator and his eerie minion are back to unleash more tales from the sinister “Book of Horror”—a collection of six terrifying short plays guaranteed to leave you trembling.

Must-See Theatre Shows In Liverpool And The City Region This Autumn/Winter 2024 - & Juliet

& Juliet – Liverpool Empire (28 October – 2 November)

Irreverent West End hit musical & Juliet embarks on its first UK tour with a stop at the Liverpool Empire in autumn 2024. Join Juliet on a journey of self-discovery and second chances, told through a soundtrack of top pop anthems from the last three decades composed by songwriter Max Martin. Max has an incredible songwriting pedigree, from writing Baby One More Time to Since U Been Gone, and Everybody (Backstreet’s Back) to Roar.

Must-See Theatre Shows In Liverpool And The City Region This Autumn/Winter 2024 - Dracula

Dracula – The Atkinson, Southport (5 – 6 November)

Adapted by Nick Lane, this brilliant, theatrical treatment of Bram Stoker’s adventure blends Victorian Gothic with the Contemporary, showcasing Blackeyed Theatre’s trademark ensemble performance style. Dracula features a haunting soundscape, powerful performances and innovative design for an exhilarating theatrical experience.

To discover even more theatre shows in Liverpool and the city region check out our What’s On listings.

Adventure Awaits: Your Guide to Outdoor Activities in the Liverpool City Region This Summer

Posted on 26/05/2024 | by Uncover

By Ade Blackburn

Liverpool Crosby Beach - Photo Credit - Eyes Wide Photography — Crosby Beach. Photo Credit: Eyes Wide Photography

Looking for ways to soak up the sun and enjoy the outdoors around the Liverpool city region this summer? There’s a variety of activities from open-air theatre to relaxing walks and encounters with adorable farm animals to thrilling water sports. Whether you’re seeking cultural experiences, family adventures, or a chance to commune with nature, there’s something for everyone. Let’s explore some of the highlights that await.

Outdoor Theatre

Step into the wilderness this summer for tales of the woodland weird, unholy rites and ancient places of cosmic power with the ArtsGroupie CIC production of Midsummer Night’s Scream. They continue to revive the storytelling tradition with a summer solstice slant, performed by local authors John Maguire and David Griffiths at performance gardens across the city, 11 – 19 June. There are also excellent outdoor theatre productions being staged this summer at The Reader at Calderstones Park.

Festivals

Following record breaking attendances last year, Africa Oye will take over Sefton Park once again for two packed days of live music, dance, workshops, DJ stages, food stalls, traders and more. The much-loved event will this year take place 22 – 23 June 2024 with the festival running from 12:30pm to 9:30pm both days.

The On The Waterfront Festival at the Pier Head, 20 – 23 June, is also worth checking out, with performances from Ocean Colour Scene, Deacon Blue and Ben Hemsley.

For something more genteel, the Southport Flower Show, 15 – 18 August, offers spectacular floral displays, gardening advice and cookery demonstrations.

Sports

Looking to get wet and wild? Wirral Watersports Centre, based at West Kirby Marine Lake, offer a full range of water sport activities in a scenic and calming location, ideal for a family day out.

Crosby also has the Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre, offering a host of water sports and outdoor activities. Plus, Southport’s Marine Lake has self-drive motorboats and a wild jet boat ride, not for the faint hearted!

Beach trips

Escape from the hustle and bustle of the city and take the short train journey to Crosby Beach, which is home to Antony Gormley’s ‘Another Place’ – a fascinating display of outdoor art. Another Place consists of 100 cast-iron, life-size figures spread out along three kilometres and stretching almost one kilometre out to sea.

The Liverpool City Region has over 50 miles of coastline, including the scenic West Kirby and Formby Beaches, which are also ideal for the family.

Walks and wildlife

Enjoy a family day out at Croxteth Hall and Country Park, discover the wildlife, take part in their orienteering walk or visit the miniature railway track, admission to the park is free.

Another excellent area to discover is Childwall Woods, a 39 acre woodland and a designated Local Nature Reserve in the south of Liverpool, the woods have views overlooking the Lancashire and Cheshire plain. You can also take part in one of their nature trails.

For something different and perfect for kids, Rice Lane City Farm is the ideal place to see some farm animals up close and all for free! There is even a petting farm where you can help take care of the animals. The farm is situated in Walton just outside the city centre,

Parks

A park in the middle of the city is the perfect place to escape. Head up to Chavasse Park for a picnic, there’s often different events and activities taking place to enjoy and it’s a great sun trap in the summer.

Birkenhead Park helped inspire the design of Central Park in New York City and is also an impressive park in its own right. There’s lots to do including a large adventure playground for children, tennis courts, bowling greens, football pitches and two large fishing lakes. Head on the Merseyrail Wirral Line to West Kirby and get off at Birkenhead Park Station.

Bike Trails

Hop on two wheels and enjoy a ride out along the Leeds to Liverpool Canal, or the Transpennine Trail. There are many cycling routes that start and end in Liverpool.

St Helens also has some great bike trails, from easy to expert level, including the Spike Island loop from St Helens Central.

The Wirral Way, which forms part of Wirral Country Park, is also perfect for cycling, a 12 mile traffic-free ride running from West Kirby to Hooton.

If you’re still looking for more things to do around the Liverpool city region take a look at our What’s On listings.

Sound City 2024: Preview

Posted on 16/04/2024 | by Uncover

Sound City captures the vibrancy of the city with an unforgettable three day music festival. It sees established names perform alongside a stream of local, national and international emerging talent. Numerous successful iterations of Sound City have been held across three different continents over the last 17 years.

This year, they’re welcoming Caity Baser, The Snuts, Michael Head & The Red Elastic Band, Venus Grrrls, Dream Machine, Red Rum Club, The Rolling People, and many more names to independent Liverpool venues between 4-5 May.

The festival also features talks and conferences with the Sound City Forum, providing help for artists to further their careers in the music industry.

Here are a selection of festival highlights and new acts to watch out for this year:

The Dream Machine

Over the past two years, Wirral acid-pop band The Dream Machine have released a trio of splendid 4-track EPs. The releases saw them explore wildly different styles, whilst still maintaining their colourful 60s infused sound.

Influenced by iconic punk and psych songwriters, such as Patti Smith and The Brian Jonestown Massacre, they blend smooth vocal harmonies with hypnotic grooves. Their debut album was released in 2023 by the city’s Run On Records to much acclaim and accompanied by a residency at Jimmy’s in Liverpool.

Michael Head and The Red Elastic Band

There are few songwriters to ever surpass the genius of Michael Head’s output, either on his own, with The Pale Fountains, Shack or his most recent iteration Michael Head and The Red Elastic Band. Now in his fifth decade of making music, he is producing some of his finest work.

His 2022 album, Dear Scott, was as cohesive and coherent as any album he’s made and produced by the acclaimed ex-Coral member, Bill Ryder-Jones. A true Liverpool legend, Michael Head is one not to miss at this year’s festival.

Caity Baser

Loud, funny, vibrant and sensitive: words that describe British singer, songwriter and pop provocateur Caity Baser, just as easily as they describe her music. Her varied influences include Etta James, The Carpenters and Rizzle Kicks, which all make for an inspired mixture of original songs.

Caity has had four entries in the UK singles chart and rave reviews from the NME. An artist wise beyond her years but packing enough teenage energy to still cause trouble.

Venus Grrrls

Inspired by the feminist 90s rock movement Riot Grrrl, Venus Grrrls are an alternative indie band from Leeds. With their eerie synth motifs and raw guitar lines, the girls present the dark yet empowering discourse surrounding their own experiences.

With singer/rhythm guitarist Grace Kelly (GK) fronting the band, their raw energy live is something to behold, they give Bikini Kill and Babes in Toyland a run for their money.

One of the hot tips of last year, their music has been featured on BBC 6Music, Radio X, and BBC Introducing.

The Snuts

The Snuts recently become the first Scottish band to achieve a UK number one for 14 years, with their debut album W.L. selling over 20,000 copies. The album encapsulates the band’s journey of four working class kids, growing up with a dream in Whitburn, West Lothian.

The band have played prestigious support slots with Louis Tomlinson and Kings of Leon, plus recorded a live album, performed in the resplendent surroundings of Stirling Castle.

Red Rum Club

Liverpool’s Red Rum Club have been impressing audiences with their live shows since their inception in 2017. Released on Modern Sky, the band’s first album Matador introduced their trademark mix of indie and Mariachi – styled brass.

Their latest album, Western Approaches, has propelled them to new heights this year. The band played a sold-out show at the M&S Bank Arena and were inducted into the Cavern Wall Of Fame. Red Rum Club play the Saturday Afternoon Headline slot and are sure to give one of the highest energy performances of Sound City 2024.

The Rolling People

At just 18 years old, Stockport-based The Rolling People have taken the indie music scene in their stride. Gaining a reputation for energised performances and feral crowds to match. The band have earned their reputation as the next ‘must-see’ act with repeated sold out shows across the country.

Now ready to release their long-awaited debut EP, the meteoric rise of The Rolling People looks all set to continue.

King No-One

There’s few bands that embody the DIY-spirit quite like Manchester’s indie favourites King No-One. The success and community they’ve built via the band, has all been achieved through the musical underground, courtesy of their own hard work, sacrifice and a lot of determination.

The band’s recent single Manchester Rain perfectly encapsulates life in the North of England in 2024 – facing up to hardship but with a defiant attitude.

Sound City Forum

The festival has a full programme of talks in their Sound City Forum – the disruptive conference in the north, curated for beginners through to seasoned veterans. Their theme this year is Sustainability in the Music & Entertainment Industry and they’re questioning whether it’s time to #SoundTheAlarm

To help them dive into this topic, they’re welcoming Sacha Lord, Korda Marshall (Virgin Music UK), TikTok, SoundCloud, BPI, PRS, and many more industry titans.

Plus they’ll have exclusive in-conversations with Red Rum Club, and The Lottery Winners.

Sound City 2024
4 – 5 May
Various city centre music venues
Tickets

To discover more music events and festivals visit our Whats On listings.

10 Fun Activities To Do This Spring In Liverpool And The City Region

Posted on 27/03/2024 | by Uncover

There’s so much to love about the spring season, with the warmer weather, longer days and blooming flowers. In this guide, we’re got 10 activities that will help to make your spring unforgettable. From immersing yourself in the city region’s history at local museums and exploring art galleries to reconnecting with nature through invigorating walks and gardening adventures. So, dust off your walking shoes, grab your gardening gloves and check out our list of fun spring activities in Liverpool and the city region.

1. Nature Walks

There are so many great local nature walks to take on Merseyside and springtime is perfect to see them at their best. The Sefton and West Lancashire coastal path and Undiscovered Formby walks are lovely scenic routes to see the River Mersey and surroundings. There’s also the beautiful Wirral Circular Trail, a longer walk with stunning views of the Dee Estuary.

Have a read of our Spring walks on Merseyside article for even more walking inspiration.

2. Spring Planting

Get planting this spring for a very colourful summer and a way to reconnect with nature. Summer bulbs are ideal for patio containers and add colour to mixed borders without taking up much space.

Bulbs such as Alliums, Agapanthus and Cannas can be planted in spring, when the soil is beginning to warm up. The National Trust and the BBC have some great planting tips to get you started.

3. Take A Course

Try something new this spring and start a new course or volunteer for a charity. You could learn British Sign Language (BSL) or check out these arts and crafts classes like drawing, painting, pottery making, photography courses and more.

4. Volunteer

You may also like to volunteer or an event or charity and you can check out lots of opportunities on our website here.

5. Museums & Art Galleries

Visit a gallery or museum and take in the exhibitions currently on display. Liverpool City Region galleries and museums:

Open Eye Gallery (Photography)
FACT (Contemporary art)
Bluecoat
Tate Liverpool / RIBA North
National Museums Liverpool (World Museum, Walker Art Gallery, Museum of Liverpool, Sudley House, Lady Lever Art Gallery, International Slavery Museum and the Maritime Museum)
Port Sunlight Museum
The Atkinson
Williamson Art Gallery
Kirby Gallery and Museum

6. Nature Watching

As spring comes into life, it’s good to get outdoors with the family to discover birds and wildlife. The RSPB have a comprehensive set of online resources for identifying birds and signs of spring.

The BBC also have many resources for spring online, including archives and activities based around their Springwatch programme. The site includes tips on feeding and photographing wildlife.

7. Walking Tour

There’s lots of great walking tours you can go on around Liverpool including Reel Tours’ Film & TV location tours, Shiverpool’s Historic Ghost Tours, a Beatles walking tour and more – check out our full guide to the city’s walking tours here.

Reel Tours Gary Lunt — Gary Lunt of Reel Tours Liverpool Film & TV location tours

8. Arts Markets & Farmers Markets

Support local by visiting arts markets where you can find lovely gifts for friends family and yourself. There’s also some great farmers markets selling fresh, seasonal produce.

9. Ferry Across The Mersey

You won’t get many better views of the city than you do when you’re on the Mersey ferry. Bring your camera or your phone and capture some photos of the famous skyline!

10. Relax In The Park

With an abundance of beautiful parks in the city region why not head to the likes of Sefton Park, Calderstones, Birkenhead Park or wherever your favourite green space is and just relax as the weather starts to get warmer and the evenings stay lighter for longer.

To find out what’s happening across the Liverpool city region have a look at our What’s On event listings.

Family Easter Craft Events In Liverpool and The City Region

Posted on 18/03/2024 | by Uncover

By Ade Blackburn

Easter is the perfect time to start crafting again, these seasonal workshops are ideal to add some colour to your home with an Easter themed creation.

1. Easter Bonnet Workshops

Join the team at Crosby’s Lakeside Adventure Centre for a fun-filled Easter Bonnet Workshop of creativity and crafting.

Get ready to unleash your imagination and create a beautiful Easter bonnet or hairband that your child can wear during the School Easter Parade. The team will be on hand to provide guidance and inspiration, so you can let your creativity run wild.

Crosby Lakeside Adventure Centre, 23 – 24 March, various times.

Alternatively, you and your little one can have fun making an Easter Bonnet at Bee Early Years.

Honeycomb House, Birkenhead, Wirral. Wednesday 5 April.

2. Easter Wreath Making Workshop

Celebrate the spring season with a handcrafted Easter wreath for your door.

During this Easter Wreath Making Workshop at Duke Street Market, you’ll work with a stunning range of bulbs and carefully chosen bedding flowers to bring your wreath to life, starting with making the base from scratch using fresh and ethically sourced materials.

Immerse yourself in a world of flowers and learn a range of methods for preparing and arranging your wreath with guidance from Nat, an experienced florist at Somerset Blooms.

Duke Street Food & Drink Market, 30 March, 12 – 2pm.

3. Supersized Easter Egg Decoration Workshop

Join World of Glass for this kids Easter Workshop aimed at 3 – 6 year year olds. Your child will be decorating a supersized image of an egg using water spray as the glue and colourful shaped acetate for the decoration.

It’s a great chance for children to learn more about colour shape and pattern and an opportunity to take a photograph of your budding artist with their first public artwork.

All tickets are for children only with 2 adult spaces to accompany each child.

World of Glass, St Helens, 12 April, 11 – 11.45am.

4. Felt Easter Decorations

Get ready for Easter and join in with this Easter Textiles Workshop to create your own cute felt decoration, perfect for bringing spring vibes to your home.

Waterstones, Birkenhead, 24 March, 11am – 1pm.

5. Easter Family Activities at RIBA North + Tate Liverpool

Fill your Easter holidays with free creative activities workshops for the whole family.

Enjoy free, hands-on art activities at Tate Liverpool + RIBA North this Easter. Get your whole family involved with activities designed for all ages and available every day throughout the school holidays. Their free Art Games booklets are also available to pick up and take home.

Tate Liverpool + RIBA North, Mann Island, 29 March – 14 April. Daily at 10am – 4pm.

6. Easter Egg Painting

Artist Dot Rodgers will show you how to paint your own version of a Ukrainian Easter egg in this Make it! workshop. A pysanka egg is usually decorated with traditional Ukrainian folk designs and you can display your pysanka in a window at home to show you #StandWithUkraine.

All materials provided. Children must be supervised at all times. Recommended age 6+.

The Atkinson, Southport, 4 & 11 April, 11am – 3pm.

7. Easter Crafts

Join Lark Lane Wellbeing Hub for an afternoon of Easter crafts and fun workshops. Kids get to be creative making a range of Easter activities. Treats are also provided for the little ones as they play and craft.

Lark Lane Wellbeing Hub, 23 March, 1 – 3pm.

What Art Can Do To Help Uncover Things About Ourselves

Posted on 11/02/2024 | by Uncover

By Ade Blackburn

Last week Bluecoat launched their The Lives of Artists season, comprising of exhibitions, commissions, residencies, events and workshops. The Lives of Artists asks audiences “what might be uncovered about ourselves when we listen to the testimony, histories, and stories of artists reflecting on their lives?”

Here we’ll look into the transformative power of art, exploring how artists’ expressions of their lives and experiences can help us understand our own identities, navigate cultural contexts, and tap into our subconscious minds.

Understanding & Identity

At the centre of The Lives of Artists are two exhibitions; Thanks for Having Me by Babak Ganjei and and it feels like I just got home by Joshua Clague.

Ganjei reflects on his life and career as an artist. The deferential title of his exhibition, Thanks for Having Me, looks back on his life of operating on the margins and never quite being sure where he belongs. In a new work, Ganjei has stacked all of the books he owns but has never read to the exact height of the artist, creating a crude portrait of the artist’s aspirations and shortcomings.

In and it feels like I just got home Clague is interested in enduring memories of the female voice in his life. The exhibition often riffs on the pop-icons and divas that he once emulated. His work also lays out how his sense of self changes at different times, in different places.

Seeing the expressions of artists laid out can give us a better understanding of our own lives and crucially, make us feel less alone. Artists are often at the vanguard of culture and act as a kind of weather vane for people who follow their work and lives.

Cultural Context

Art can also help us make sense of the cultural context in which we live and relate to each other. This is especially relevant with issues of race and gender. Artists can fight for a cause and highlight contradictions and prejudice.

Writer Jennifer Lee Tsai who performs in The Lives of Artists season as their featured writer, looks at the second generation immigrant experience, with themes of ancestral trauma, loss and belonging. Tsai draws on her own life and the lives of others around her to create beautiful and powerful work that helps us understand each other and resonate with our own sense of self.

Their work serves as a mirror reflecting the complex nature of human identity. As we engage with these reflections, we may find aspects of ourselves mirrored in the art, leading to a deeper understanding of who we are. This can be both affirming and challenging, prompting us to question our preconceived notions as well as encouraging personal growth.

Bluecoat - Babak Ganjei - Thanks For Having Me — Babak Ganjei – *Thanks For Having Me*

Subconscious

Additionally, art has a unique ability to tap into the subconscious mind, bringing to light thoughts and feelings that lurk beneath the surface of our awareness. Surreal paintings and abstract compositions often act as windows into the hidden recesses of our minds, prompting us to confront and explore our own thoughts.

The Lives of Artists has two billboard commissions, Horse Big by Tess Gilmartin and Liverpool Waterfront by Ottman Said, in which both artists use abstraction as a way to create beautifully complex landscapes. They feel rooted to the landscape, and reflect this sense of belonging in their work.

In the New York Times 2023 bestseller, Your Brain on Art, How the Arts Transform Us, Susan Magsamen argues “We talk about meditation and mindfulness as a way to make us feel better; the arts also allow us to change our state of mind”.

Connection

It can be incredibly empowering to see these expressions from an artist, particularly in today’s alienating culture. Art provides a safe space for the expression of our own emotions and has the power to bridge gaps and foster empathy by providing an insight into the lived experiences of others. When we engage with art that portrays diverse narratives and perspectives, we broaden our understanding of what it is to be human. Through this interconnectedness, we can discover commonalities that unite us as well as understanding and respecting each others differences.

The Lives of Artists at Bluecoat

Babak Ganjei: Thanks for Having Me – 9 February – 14 April
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Joshua Clague: and it feels like I just got home, 9 February – 1 April
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Ottman Said: Liverpool Waterfront, 8 Feb – 10 Mar
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Tess Gilmartin: Horse Big, 16 Mar – 14 Apr
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All exhibitions are free, just drop-in.