Bluecoat will celebrate Eurovision this May with an array of special events. The arts centre will host no fewer than three commissions as part of EuroFestival, the cultural festival that will transform Liverpool across a two week period to coincide with Eurovision.
In addition Bluecoat will offer a family-friendly print party where visitors can create their own Eurovision inspired keepsake; themed children’s activity packs and art trails in the legendary Bluecoat garden.
The programme announcement comes after the Bluecoat’s Eurovision Viewing Party sold out in just one week.
Adam Lewis-Smythe, Bluecoat’s Senior Curator said: “We are delighted to contribute to the city’s cultural welcome for Eurovision, both through EuroFestival and our own programme of events and activities. I think Liverpool does solidarity really well, and it’s really important to Bluecoat that we are working with a Ukrainian artist, Alevtina Kakhidze, and the Jam Factory, an art centre in Lviv, on a new exhibition that will bring Alevtina’s powerful work to Liverpool, alongside that of Liverpool-based artist Ellie Hoskins.
“Bluecoat is known for its warm welcome and our programme ensures that there is a way for everyone to enjoy Eurovision this May. Whether you want to celebrate the cultural heritage of Ukraine, get creative making Eurovision-inspired artwork or simply soak up the atmosphere with your family, Bluecoat will have something for you.”
Full details of the Bluecoat’s Eurovision programme can be found here