Grateful Fred’s have been pioneering Americana and Roots music in Formby, Southport and Liverpool since 2010 and during that time have presented some of the best US, Canadian and World artists.
On the first Wednesday of every month, join the Fredhead’s at The Atkinson for a wonderful night of live acoustic music.
More information about the artist and the evening schedule will be available shortly.
Rodney Branigan with full supporting programme.
Prepare to have your mind blown! Texas-born, London-based Rodney Branigan is a multi-instrumentalist like no other – he masterfully plays two guitars simultaneously, or guitar and piano together, all while singing with a rich, soulful voice. His music is what he calls “progressive folk fusion,” blending rock, folk, flamenco, classical, bluegrass, and jazz in a way that’s been described as “impossibly talented.” Rodney has supported the likes of Jack Johnson, Billy Bragg, and Bob Diddley, and has played everywhere from Glastonbury to festivals across China, India, France, and beyond. Music Connection Magazine wrote: “Rodney Branigan is one of the most amazing artists you will ever see. Not simply because he is unique, but rather because he is impossibly talented.” This is a show you really do need to see to believe!
Please note: Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up.
‘Cake & Classical Music’ takes place on the first Monday of each month, with a different ensembles, individuals and musicians performing 45 minute, lunchtime concerts.
Bach, Vivaldi and more played by our Trio of two violins and piano.
£13 tickets include a hot drink and a piece of cake served at tables on the lower level. Refreshments are served from 12:30pm.
£10 tickets for upper level balcony seating will only be released for sale once the lower level has sold out. The balcony ticket price does not include a hot drink and a piece of cake.
Performance starts at 1pm.
Line-ups are correct at time of purchase but may be subject to change. Customers will not be notified of any changes to the line-up. No refunds will be offered for changes to the line-up, customers are entitled to a ticket exchange, credit note, or can donate the cost to The Atkinson Development Trust.
Inspired by a visit to Holyrood Palace, Mendelssohn’s Scottish Symphony is the perfect partner for the humour and effortless elegance of Mozart. Conductor Aurel Dawidiuk makes his Liverpool debut and introduces Till Fellner – a living legend among Viennese pianists – in Mozart’s joyous concerto.
Mozart Overture, The Marriage of Figaro Mozart Piano Concerto No.22 in E-flat K482 Mendelssohn Symphony No.3, ‘Scottish’ Aurel Dawidiuk conductor Till Fellner piano.
In December 2017, artist and filmmaker Steve McQueen made an artwork in response to the fire that took place earlier that year on 14 June at Grenfell Tower in North Kensington, West London. 72 people died in the tragedy. Filming the tower before it was covered with hoarding, McQueen sought to create a record.
See Steve McQueen’s film installation Grenfell at the Bluecoat from 16 May – 21 June. Screenings of the film will take place at set times. Entry is free but you will need to book a free timed ticket via the Bluecoat’s website.
This national tour is being coordinated by Tate in collaboration with the partner venues and is made possible thanks to support using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England and from Art Fund.
Grenfell in Liverpool is a co-production by Tate Liverpool and the Bluecoat.
Accessibility
The Bluecoat is located on School Lane in Liverpool. There is step free access to all area of Bluecoat’s new wing and garden. The Bluecoat is a Grade 1 listed building so there is limited access to the older parts of the building.
There are lifts to all floors. Alternatively you can take the stairs.
- Toilets are located on the ground and first floor, including disabled toilet facilities
- There are baby changing facilities located on the ground floor
- The nearest Changing Places toilet is located in Liverpool One
- Assistance dogs are welcome in the gallery
- Induction loops are fitted in a number of areas of the building including Tickets & Information, the cafe, the Performance Space and the Sandon Room
Additional seating is also available. Please ask a member of staff if you require assistance.
For more information before your visit:
Check out the Bluecoat’s accessibility information
After dazzling audiences with their sold-out shows of Carole King’s Tapestry and a raucous tribute to Neil Young’s After the Gold Rush last June, Visions of Albion return to the Music Room for a third time – this time celebrating another album whose influence is heard and felt far and wide.
Visions of Albion are harking back to their roots with a tribute to an album as iconic as it was groundbreaking: Fairport Convention’s 1969 magnum opus Liege & Lief. Widely regarded as the record that introduced the world to Britain’s emerging electric-folk movement, Liege & Lief endures as a milestone that challenged and changed the very boundaries of what was possible in popular music.
Alongside the pioneering guitar work of Richard Thompson and the band’s inventive reworkings of traditional British folk songs, Liege & Lief is also remembered for the spellbinding voice of Sandy Denny, whose timeless performances helped define the sound of an entire era.
Visions of Albion will be joined by a full live band, bringing to life the passion, power, and poetry of this landmark album – an enduring celebration of tradition, reinvention and the spirit of folk music itself.Support is from Andy Connally, a singer songwriter and multi instrumentist who crafts his own vulnerabilities and life experiences into song and music. Raised in a musical family from Ireland, Andy came through Liverpool Comhaltas competing in Fleadh Cheoils over the years before venturing into song and music writing. Having performed and toured with many bands, Andy’s repertoire of writing and performance holds influence from traditional, modern, and contemporary folk. Andy lays bare his soul in words and music in a way that will connect and resonate. Insights and details behind lyrics and why they were written give you a sense of inclusion with each song. “Great storyteller… evocative and wistful” (festivals uk online magazine review) Vocals, flute, whistles, bouzouki, guitar, and piano.
The tour will see YES performing their 1971 classic album Fragile in its entirety, including such timeless songs as ‘Heart of the Sunrise’, ‘South Side of the Sky’ and the much loved ‘Roundabout’, as well as a selection of songs from right across their illustrious catalogue, from their legendary 70s releases right up to their current album, Mirror To the Sky.
Fragile was the fourth album by YES, cracking the Top 10 in the UK in 1971, achieving Platinum status along the way, and was the first to feature keyboardist Rick Wakeman. The single ‘Roundabout’ was a Top 20 hit in the States with the album breaking into the Top 5 on the Billboard chart, and receiving a Double Platinum certification in the process.
The current line-up of YES features Steve Howe, whose association with Yes began in 1970, along with Geoff Downes, a member of the 1980 Drama era line-up. Jon Davison has been lead vocalist in Yes since 2012 while bassist, Billy Sherwood, who was hand-picked by original bassist Chris Squire, has been involved with YES since 1990s. Jay Schellen, who worked closely with Alan White on drums, completes the line-up.
The Blue boys are back in town! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan are ready to make new memories with the news that they will release their all-new studio album Reflections in January 2026 – the first taste of which comes with today’s lead single ‘One Last Time’.
Blue are firmly established as one of Britain’s biggest pop forces of the 21st century. Just look at their catalogue: the iconic mega hits ‘All Rise’ and ‘One Love’, three #1 smashes in the shape of ‘Too Close’, ‘If You Come Back’ and ‘Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word’ (with Elton John) PLUS another six Top 10 singles.
Jethro Tull – one of the most unique and groundbreaking progressive rock bands of all time – will be performing music from much of their 24 album catalogue starting with 1968’s This Was through to their acclaimed Curious Ruminant released earlier this year.
As formidable as they are iconic, it would be easy to say that Jethro Tull are merely still enjoying the fruits of their early labour as they announce a tour in what will be their 58th year but this couldn’t be further from the truth. Curious Ruminant was released in March 2025 and this was preceded by the release of 2022’s The Zealot Gene and 2023’s RökFlöte. Add to that over 50 shows a year all over the world, including The Seven Decades Tour in 2024 and it becomes clear that Ian Anderson remains as committed to the creativity of Jethro Tull as he has ever been.
On this tour, Ian will be accompanied by long-standing Tull band musicians David Goodier (bass), John O’Hara (keyboards), Scott Hammond (drums) and new boy Jack Clark (guitar). The show will be enhanced by full-scale video throughout.
One of Britain’s most celebrated and best-loved tenors, Alfie Boe, OBE, has announced a brand-new UK tour celebrating his most iconic hits, fan-favourite classics, and powerful new material from his highly anticipated upcoming album, ‘Facing Myself’.
Speaking on the new tour, Alfie said:“I’m thrilled to be hitting the road again for my tour across the UK next Spring. I can’t wait to sing the songs you love, share some fantastic newsurprises, and celebrate with you in venues up and down the country.”
Alfie has enjoyed an extraordinary career spanning stage, recording, and television. A hugely successful, multi-platinum selling artist, Alfie has released over a dozen studio albums, several of which have topped the UK charts. His collaborations with Michael Ball—including the record-breaking albums ‘Together, Together Again,’ and ‘Back Together‘—have become some of the fastest-selling releases of the decade. Their tours have sold out arenas across the UK, delighting hundreds of thousands of fans.
The Tony Award winner has conquered the world’s greatest opera stages and arenas and led the cast of Les Misérables in his defining role as Jean Valjean. Most recently, Alfie starred in the concert tour of Les Misérables in Australia as well as the Arena Spectacular tour across the UK.
Ma Bessie returns for an unforgettable evening of music and storytelling, weaving through the intoxicating sounds of the 1920s and 30s Prohibition era. Celebrating the legendary voices of Bessie Smith, Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday and more, this captivating new show will leave you spellbound and wanting more.
Ma Bessie performs with George Webster on piano, Clare Hirst on sax/clarinet, Dom Geraghty on bass and Luke Trenwith on drums.
