On Thursday 9th and Friday 10th of January, Future Yard are kicking off your year with an insightful couple of days. Beacon is packed full of guest speakers who will inspire your future activities and help you open the door on new opportunities to push you towards your goals!
The event is totally free and everyone is welcome. Follow the link to get the lowdown and get registered. The event features gigs both evenings, too!
A couple of weeks back STONE went on a UK tour with an ethos of supporting independent venues in a live music industry that is becoming increasingly difficult to operate in.
They arrived home to find a venue here in a similar circumstance. QUARRY is a bar and venue in the industrial part of Liverpool which has been host to a lot of good events, from gigs to raves to film nights since 2019 – they even have an early live session recorded there back in 2020.
Currently their location is being closed down but the team is raising funds to find a new space for a new venue. Anyone from Liverpool knows the wonderful venues we’ve lost over the years, from the Kazimier, to Sound Basement and Studio 2. Conversations about Liverpool usually bring up this loss of spaces and how antithetical that feels as a city with such a musical heritage. So when they saw the team at QUARRY are raising money they thought they could help.
On the Thursday 12 December they are putting on a night of music with all profits from tickets and merch sales to go to the team in rebuilding a new venue. Big thanks to the acts on their lineup for joining them and supporting this cause – two of their contemporaries who have been a part of Liverpool music along with STONE. Hopefully this will mark a new chapter for the Liverpool scene and can avoid yet another loss to the vibrant scene.
Tickets available here, from 5 December
New courses on Saturdays at Kirkby Gallery – the perfect gift for young artists!
Little BIG Art Club (ages 7-12)
Young Makers Group (ages 13-17)
Saturday 25 January to 29 March 2025, 10.30am-12.30pm at Kirkby Gallery
The Little BIG Art Club is a fun and exciting way for young people aged 7-12 to develop their creative skills, learn about different artists, try new techniques, and make new friends.
The Young Makers Group is a fabulous opportunity for young people aged 13-17 to try new and exciting techniques, have fun and make friends. Participants get to experience working on focused creative projects from a genuine design brief, learning a variety of artistic skills along the way.
The courses are led by friendly and experienced artist tutors, enabling participants to gain confidence in expressing themselves, each week sharing new ways to further develop their creativity.
The courses cost £75 per person for the 10 sessions, and all art materials are included in the price.
They have everything they will need, all you have to do is bring them along to enjoy it!
Booking is essential as places are strictly limited: email galleries@knowsley.gov.uk
Meet the Little BIG Art Club and Young Makers Group tutors!
Pop in to Kirkby Gallery on Saturday 18 January between 10.30am and 12.30am to meet their professional artist tutors. You can ask questions, have a go and get a taster of how the courses work and what the young artists get to experience.
Full course dates for Little BIG Art Club and Young Makers Group:
25 January, 1 February, 8 February, 15 February, 22 February,
1 March, 8 March, 15 March, 22 March, 29 March.
The sessions start at 10.30am and end at 12.30pm.
Please note, on Saturdays, Kirkby Gallery is only open 10am to 1pm. The fee must be paid in full prior to the course starting
Liverpool City Council is seeking proposals from experienced and qualified consultants to work with the Library Service Management Team to inform the development of Liverpool Libraries and Information Services (LLIS) Strategy.
This will be an evidence based review and will result in the development of a new strategy and underpinning action plan that positions libraries as centres of learning, creativity and community.
The strategy will set out a plan for improvement ensuring alignment with the city’s evolving demands and community dynamics whilst developing a vision for bespoke library services.
Fees and Costs
Rates and prices shall be deemed inclusive of all additional expenses howsoever incurred.
It is envisaged that the work will take a total of 35 working days to undertake and a maximum budget of up to £24,750 (excluding VAT where applicable) is available to complete the project. Meeting rooms will be provided for consultation/interviews at no cost.
How to Apply
Submissions for this tender should be on a PDF or Word Document of no more than 6 A4 pages. Evidence should include weblinks wherever possible.
Submissions should be sent by email to christina.matthews@liverpool.gov.uk and will be acknowledged on receipt.
Late submissions will not be considered in the initial review unless on time submissions are not acceptable.
Closing date: 7 January 2025
Liverpool BID are delivering a new arts, culture and entertainment campaign to drive footfall, spend and awareness of Liverpool’s incredible venues. The 4 week long campaign, held 17 February – 17 March, will include schools half terms and aims to encourage visitors to visit during the period and return after the campaign is over.
It will feature:
New Must-See Liverpool brand to be used annually
New Must-See Liverpool website where visitors will be directly to take advantage of the exclusive offers taking place during this period.
Influencer and social media campaign to drive visitors to participating venues
Advertising campaign
Must-See VIP Pass, where with 3 visits, guests can unlock exclusive offers and early access to later in the year activities (similar to the Foodie Passport from Liverpool Restaurant Week)
What they’re asking from you to take part:
Let them know your offers, events and discounts
Offer a form of VIP experience for the winner of the Must-See Month VIP Pass i.e. box, dinner etc
Offer an exclusive discount or early access pass for those who get 3 stamps on the Must-See Month VIP Pass
Let Liverpool BID Company know via marketing@liverpoolbidcompany.com what events, offers or discounts you want to put forward. The sooner you send over your offers, the sooner these will be promoted via website and press release, and the sooner we can book influencer visits tailored to your venue.
Businesses can put forward up to 15 separate exclusive events and offers. These 15 ideally can not be found at your venue as a regular feature.
Options to get involved are:
1) Exclusive events that do not take place already (this could be a behind the scenes tour, ‘An Audience With’ style event, a seminar with someone from your organisation, an evening drinks etc)
2) Discounts to enter your venues or exhibitions (i.e. group bookings, 2-4-1 admissions, % off), upgrades on tickets/experiences.
3) A new food or beverage offer exclusive to Must-See Month (for venues offering either of the above discounts)
Businesses must ensure staff are fully briefed on the event and offers.
Get in touch for more information at marketing@liverpoolbidcompany.com
What They Need To Know
Company name:
Contact name:
Contact email:
Offer name, description, and URL link (this may come later):
Offer image:
VIP Pass winner prize:
Pass completed special offer or early pass
National Youth Ballet is excited to announce that they will be hosting three-hour Winter Workshops this December at LIPA in Liverpool.
Whether you are looking for an opportunity to explore your own individual performance qualities, or to enhance your company skills by collaborating with other young people, this workshop will allow you the space to become the best artist that you can be.
When: Sunday 8th December 2024
Where: Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts (LIPA)
Bookings close on Mon 2nd December 2024, limited spaces available.
Head here to find out more information and to book on.
The team are excited to announce that The Florrie’s Big Guitar-In is back for its fourth instalment, taking place on December 3rd, 2024 at the iconic St. George’s Hall!
This year marks the third time they’ve hosted the event at St. George’s Hall, bringing together guitar enthusiasts of all ages and abilities for a massive celebration of live music, community spirit, and unforgettable performances. Guitarists will join together to play as one, and this year, they’re aiming to set a new record with 601 guitarists playing together, surpassing last year’s record of 600! Whether you’re a seasoned player or just getting started, this event offers a chance to be part of something truly special in one of Liverpool’s most stunning venues.
This year’s event is shaping up to be bigger and better than ever, with exciting updates coming soon! Keep an eye on their website and social media channels for the latest news.
Be sure to grab your tickets and join them for an unforgettable night of music, fun, and community at St. George’s Hall.
There are separate tickets for guitarists & spectators. Please only purchase a guitarist ticket if you’re going to perform. Acoustic guitars only. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Proceeds from the event will support The Florrie’s ongoing mission to preserve and maintain our Grade II listed building, ensuring they continue to serve as a vital social, cultural, and charitable hub for Liverpool’s L8 community.
They can’t wait to see you there – guitars in hand – for another incredible night at St. George’s Hall!
Buy tickets here
They have a couple of studio / office spaces available for artists / creative SMEs to rent at IWF!
The available spaces are located on their top floor above their main event space with stunning sunset views of the river.
You will join a community of artists, musicians, designers, puppeteers, jewellery makers, producers, film makers, technicians and more.
This offer is not suitable for bands looking for rehearsal rooms, all band rehearsal spaces are currently full ✨
Prices ranging from £140 – £430 p/m
Please register interest via the form on their website and a member of the team will be in touch to answer questions and arrange a viewing
An exhibition that celebrates and highlights the beauty of the imperfect, the quiet, different or unseen.
15th February 2025 – 19th April 2025, The World of Glass
The World of Glass is seeking submissions of original artwork that brings into focus the overlooked elements of our world. In a world dominated by the strive for perfectionism, can we create an exhibition that embraces the ‘imperfect’?
Email up to 3 photos of your artwork in jpeg format to curator@worldofglass.com
2D and 3D works considered
Max size: 150cm by 150cm
Submission fee per piece (if selected) £3
40 per cent commission on all sales (Please price your work accordingly)
Closing date to submit: 10th January 2025
Whether you’re interested in pantomime as a form, want to learn about adaptation or bringing traditional stories to modern audiences, or just how to write a good pun, this is the workshop for you.
Drawing on her years of experience in writing pantomimes, including their production of Rapunzel, Jude will guide you through her approach, and pass on her tips and tricks. All you need to do is bring a notebook and pen.
For tickets, visit here
There’s an option to see Rapunzel at the discounted price of £15 after the workshop. Use code WORKSHOP15 to book your ticket to the show.
If you have any questions, please email boxoffice@everymanplayhouse.com.
Participants must be 18+.