Community Post Type: Callouts

In early 2025, Liverpool City Council are developing a new strategy and delivery plan to address community cohesion and strengthen communities, following the widespread disorder last summer. They want to invite local voluntary, community and faith groups to work alongside us in the strategy development.

In the lead up, they have been awarded £57,000 from HM Government to deliver some local projects, and we would like to invite the voluntary, community and faith sector (VCF) in Liverpool, to apply to run small projects within your local communities.

Liverpool based VCF organisations can apply for a one-off grant of any amount up to a maximum of £2,500. Eligibility criteria and a list of project examples are provided within the Grant Specification available here.

Organisations will be required to feedback what has been delivered, and they would like groups to commit to helping develop the cohesion strategy during 2025 – this might be through a written submission, a survey, or an informal meeting/conversation, whichever suits your organisation and community. They are looking to work with both long-standing and also more recently established groups across the city.

The grants must meet one of the criteria specified below (these are determined by MHCLG HM Government)

1. Improves the capability of places to respond to periods of community tensions through initiatives that strengthen community connections, promote unity and shared values.
2. Improves local partnership approaches to supporting community resilience by funding projects to strengthen ‘bridging’ social capital in at-risk places.
3. Improves the capability of places to tackle the extreme narratives and ideologies that are driving our communities apart.
4. Brings communities together to improve cohesion and reduce divisions in places facing extremism challenges.

Apply here

If you have a query that is not included in the Grant Specification please email communitiestogether@liverpool.gov.uk

Closing date: 14 February

Join the team for a fascinating journey into the world of one of the most celebrated and versatile plants – the ginger family, Zingiberaceae.

Whether you’re interested in the botanical wonders of ginger or its rich cultural & local histories, this event has something for everyone. From the plant’s ancient roots to its modern-day significance, we will explore its fascinating journey & impact through the lens of both science & culture.

Spice Stories is a unique collaboration between the Liverpool Botanical Trust and the Research Institute for Literature and Cultural History at Liverpool John Moores University.

Expect an engaging day of talks, discoveries, & insights, with lunch & refreshments included in the ticket price!10.15 – Welcome by Dr Kate Walchester, Director of Research Institute of Literature and Cultural History, LJMU and Steve Lyus, Chair of the Liverpool Botanic Trust

10.30-11.30 – Axel Dalberg Poulson, Zingiberales Taxonomist, Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh: ‘The Diversity of Gingers of the World’

11.30-12.00 – Tea break.

12.00-1.00 – Steve Lyus, Chair of the Liverpool Botanical Trust: ‘“Roscoe’s Baby”, The first Monograph for the Gingers’;
Donna Young, Curator of Herbarium, World Museum, Liverpool: ‘The Liverpool Herbarium and its Gingers.’

1.00-2.00 – Lunch and exhibition, featuring contributions by botanical artist Sue McHugh, LJMU graduate Anna John and Athena Nursery

2.00-3.00 – Richard Baines, Curator at Logan Botanic Garden: ‘Growing Gingers in Great Britain.’

3.10-3.40 – Rebecca Bailey, Senior Lecturer in English Literature: “What’s ginger, I pray ye?”: an exploration of ginger in early modern England’.

3.40-4.00 – Conclusion, tea, and evaluation.

To book on the event, visit here

Held at Croxteth Hall Park, see their website here

Actors Wanted – For play to be performed at the Leverhulme Drama Festival and Hope Street Theatre.

Audition Date: Monday 17th Feb, 7pm
Venue: Valley Theatre, Childwall Valley Rd, Liverpool L27 3YA

Valley Theatre are looking for experienced and non-experienced actors for a variety of roles in this year’s entry for the Leverhulme Drama Festival. Valley have won a variety of awards at the festival over the years and are looking to do the same with this year’s entry – “Next Edition”, a play about theatre groups from different generations, and the work they produce. The play will also be performed in June at Hope Street Theatre, Liverpool.

They will be casting for a wide range of roles and ages, shorter pieces and more demanding. No preparation needed. Short extracts from the play will be at the audition and time given to look over before presenting them.

A great acting opportunity with a welcoming company. All welcome.
Leverhulme Drama Festival performance date: Tuesday 22nd April, eve.
Hope Street Theare date: June 6th -8th.

More details info@valleytheatre.co.uk Put “audition” in the message box. Or simply turn up on the night.
https://www.valleytheatre.co.uk

Africa Oyé invite applications for the roles of Trustees and Chair of the Board as the charity enters an exciting new era.

As announced, 2025 will be a ‘fallow year’ in terms of Oyé festival activity. Africa Oyé the Liverpool institution, is looking to strengthen its board ahead of this exciting new era. We are looking for authentic, strategic thinkers with a strong commitment to our aims and be part of our Oyé Family.

This is an incredibly exciting time to join us, as we embark upon an ambitious new future.

For more information, visit africaoye.com/work-with-us

Please submit your CV and cover letter by email to ally@africaoye.com

The deadline for applications is midnight on 10 February 2025.

Liverpool BID Company is launching its third year of the Arts & Culture Fund for projects and events taking place in Liverpool city centre.

The fund has two levels of grants; one for small grants of less than £5,000 which can cover 100% of the project, and a larger grant which can cover up to 50% of the total cost of the project which has a maximum cap of £10,000.

Eligible projects should align with Liverpool BID’s objectives, including driving footfall to the city centre, improving the city perspective, showing innovation and helping to showcase Liverpool as a thriving city, ensure the arts have a future in the city, meet both sustainable and ESG objectives, identity a commitment to equality and diversity.

Applicants can be levy payers, or non Levy Payers. This can include charities, CICs and CIOs committed to increasing public access to the arts. Organisations can include, but are not limited to, museums, galleries, historic houses, archives, libraries, agencies, local authorities, and festivals. After a successful year of funding in 2024, where we have seen local arts groups, city-wide dance projects, exhibitions, walking tours and more funded.

The funding has reopened with the next deadlines on:

• 28th March 2025
• 26th September 2025

Download the funding support pack here

A call out from Charlie at Dogtale Theatre, seeking actors for their Unity Theatre show, 14 March.

‘Hello all! I’m Charlie and I run a theatre company called Dogtale Theatre. We’re brand spanking new and we’ve got our first show on the 14th March this year! We need some actors!

The show is Boxes: Three Stories- a comedy anthology of three short stories, one of which has toured round the North East to great reviews. It’s funny, moving, and super short and snappy. It should be a great night!

There’s two roles we’re looking to fill, in the first and third stories, so it’ll be a multi-role situation with a lot of range and character’

ROLES AVAILABLE:

MICHEAL/COLIN (20s)

Michael is a regular at church. He’s not religious in the slightest, but he comes to confession about three times a day, every day. His questions range from “why don’t you believe in god anymore father?” to “what’s your favourite ride at alton towers father?”. He’s a pain in the arse. In truth, he’s a deeply wounded lad going through an unbearable trauma, covering it up with humour. But he’s still a pain in the arse.

Colin is the son of Fred, the epitome of “old enough to know better”. He’s spoilt, belligerent, foul-mouthed and loyal to whichever cause will cause the biggest scene. He’s deeply insecure about himself, but won’t look anyone in the eye long enough for you to know. He’d rather spit at them and run away. He’s been taken to the swimming baths by his dad, but his late auntie (whom he deeply respected) told him to “never show his nipples to a catholic”. So now he won’t come out the changing room.

FATHER GARVEY/FRED (OVER 30s):

Father Garvey is a priest in a small Liverpool parish. He’s near enough lost his faith, worn down by the weight of other people and his own head, but still smiling through it. He didn’t always used to be like this, but he is now. His latest woe is Michael- a young lad who comes to confession three times a day with the sole purpose of driving him insane.

Fred is a single dad, struggling to raise his militant son Colin. He loves him deeply, but it takes effort. He’s nearly 20 now, he shouldn’t still be a terrible two. Fred’s just lost his sister, Colin his auntie- a thoroughly intense woman. In a last ditch attempt at fun, Fred’s took Colin to the swimming baths. Which isn’t going well. Fred has a heart of gold and the (tested) patience of a saint.

If these look of interest to you and you fancy getting involved, email dogtaletheatre@gmail.com and they’ll send some sides over for a self tape!

PLEASE NOTE

This won’t be a paid gig, but it will be a boss opportunity to perform in front of some top industry professionals and have a laugh making some theatre. It’s a one-night-only show, with no more than three rehearsals needed, which they’ll plan and arrange around you. They’re a dead friendly bunch, and if you fancy it, get in touch. They’d love to hear from you! 🙂

No specific qualifications or experience is needed, just a passion for performing and telling stories. They’ll structure the rehearsal process around you and what works for you, with a minimum of two rehearsals needed. The audition process will be based on a single self tape, with sides being sent to you after an expression of interest 🙂

Do you have a 0-5-year-old with special educational needs and disabilities? Sefton Council are hosting a coffee morning, and you’re invited! Head along to meet their team, see how they can support you and your child, and get to know other families with SEND children in the community.

Join us on the
📆  14th February
🕙  10am – 2pm
📍  First Steps Family Wellbeing Centre, Farnborough Road Infant School, Birkdale, PR8 3DF

You can chat to:
🔵  Early Years School Inclusion Consultants
🔵  Early Years Intervention Officers
🔵  Aiming High

There will be free resources and sensory play ideas for all those who attend…and of course, there will be plenty of tea, coffee, and biscuits!

Trader applications are now OPEN for the May 4th Liverpool Alternative Bazaar and close at midnight on March 1st!

To apply, fill out the Google form in the bio. Please read it carefully. There is also a new website FAQ to check any queries you may have before submitting your application!

They can’t wait to see all your work!

Are you seeking ways to inspire creative learning and add value to your arts education programme?

To support your important work in community engagement, they’ve worked closely with cultural institutions to develop free-to-access resources that demonstrate how Arts Award can enrich your activities.

Arts Award gives young people recognition for their participation in creative projects while helping them develop valuable skills and knowledge. It also provides a clear framework to support your impact assessment.

Discover six free resources specially designed for cultural venues like yours:

• An Arts Award workbook, brimming with engaging activities, used by students to enrich their visit to the gallery at Lowry.
• A facilitator pack, student worksheet and accompanying video from Brave Bold Drama to lead children on a unique, top-secret Arts Award mission around Bristol Museum & Art Gallery.
• A workbook from 20Twenty Productions aimed at Year 5 students, designed to develop imaginative writing and illustration skills inspired by an author visit.
• An arts log from Art Classes Group that helps young people document their visual arts projects, showcasing their activities, learning and personal reflections.

Get your Resource Pack here

As part of our three year partnership with Barclays, they are offering grants of up to £1,000 to community-led initiatives aiming to champion and uplift LGBT+ communities in Liverpool City Region 🌈

Local groups and individuals are encouraged to submit their community-driven projects and ideas, with support and advice to apply available at www.lcrpride.fund.

They are particularly keen to hear from underrepresented groups, those working in the wider boroughs and initiatives not currently taking place in the region.