Sophie Lukacs masterfully blends Mandingue kora tradition with a modern singer-songwriter voice.
Her award-winning debut album, Bamako, follows seven years of study in Mali with kora legends like Toumani Diabaté. The Budapest-born artist delivers a unique fusion that proves music truly has no borders, only bridges waiting to be built.
Presented in partnership with Africa Oyé
Miyazaki Dreams is a concert dedicated to the films of renowned Japanese director and Academy Award winner Hayao Miyazaki. Mystery Ensemble presents music from his animated films, as well as compositions inspired by his work.
The programme includes well-known pieces by composer Joe Hisaishi from My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away, Howl’s Moving Castle, Laputa: Castle in the Sky, and other films. It also features works by other composers influenced by Miyazaki’s films.
The music introduces audiences to the worlds of Miyazaki’s stories, featuring memorable characters, heroines, and elements inspired by Japanese folklore.
Please note that the programme may be subject to change
This concert will last approximately 1 hour with no interval
Promoted by Red Events & Distribution Limited
Viral sensation and Britain’s favourite teacher James B Partridge is bringing his hit live show Primary School Bangers to Liverpool as part of his biggest ever UK tour.
What began as a few playful performances for his pupils has grown into a full-blown national phenomenon – from classroom singalongs to Glastonbury, BBC appearances and sell-out theatre shows across the country.
Join James for a joy-filled, tongue-in-cheek trip back to the songs, laughter and innocence of childhood. Expect massive singalongs, throwback mash-ups and plenty of heartfelt humour as James leads audiences through the unforgettable soundtrack of our school days – from He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands to Autumn Days and beyond.
Warm, funny and completely genuine, James has become the UK’s most beloved musical nostalgia act. Audiences leave beaming, singing, and feeling like they’ve shared something truly special.
Gather your mates, colleagues or family for a night of laughter, memories and pure nostalgic joy – the ultimate communal singalong for grown-ups who never quite grew up.
Known globally as the “King of Waltz”, André Rieu will take the stage with his Johann Strauss Orchestra, promising an unforgettable evening of musical magic, laughter, romance, and joy. His Liverpool performance will be a highlight of a tour that includes some of the UK and Ireland’s most iconic venues.
Audiences can expect a spectacular concert filled with classical favourites, musical surprises, and, of course, the waltzes that have made Rieu a household name. From stunning costumes to dazzling stage production, every detail of the show is designed to captivate and inspire.
With over 40 million albums sold worldwide and more than 700,000 concertgoers each year, André Rieu is one of the most successful live performers of our time. His UK presence is nothing short of phenomenal, with 13 Top Ten albums and cinema concert films that have consistently smashed box office records.
Get ready to see the world more curiously, because Blippi is coming to your hometown in the all-new Be Like Blippi Tour!
Join Blippi and Meekah live on stage for a one-of-a-kind interactive adventure that inspires kids to move like, play like, and explore just like Blippi!
This brand-new show is packed with high-energy music and surprises, featuring fan-favorite songs like “The Excavator Song,” “Monster Truck,” “Dino Dance,” and “Curious Like Me.” With Blippi’s signature mix of play, learning, and exploration, families can get curious together while singing, laughing, and dancing along during this unforgettable adventure full of fun and discovery.
The Be Like Blippi Tour invites you to break out your orange Blippi glasses and ignite that spark of curiosity that lives inside every single one of us and share in an unforgettable experience that encourages kids to… Be Like Blippi!
For the Be Like Blippi Tour, the characters Blippi and Meekah will be played by professional stage performers selected specifically for the tour.
Bring the whole family to M&S Bank Arena for Bluey’s Big Play, the official theatrical adaptation of the Emmy® award-winning children’s television series. Packed with music, laughter, and brilliant puppetry, this show is an unforgettable experience for children and adults alike.
⭐ Perfect for little ones: recommended for ages 2+
⭐ Runs around 50 minutes with no interval – easy to fit into your day
⭐Engaging puppets, original songs, and stories inspired by imaginative play
⭐Designed for family enjoyment – adults will laugh just as much as the kids
No props. No costumes. Just people telling a story that has shaped cultures and conversations for centuries.
A simple, powerful live performance that brings history’s most influential story to life.
The Mark Drama invites you to explore big themes – justice, compassion, power, sacrifice, and hope – through an unforgettable shared experience. It is a theatre-in-the-round performance, and in just 90 minutes, you will see every event and hear nearly every word spoken by Jesus as recorded in the book of Mark in the Bible.
Whether you’re familiar with the story or hearing it for the first time, come along and join the conversation.
Get ready, Liverpool! The smash-hit Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live™ Glow-N-Fire tour is returning to M&S Bank Arena on Saturday 4th and Sunday 5th April 2026, bringing bigger thrills, hotter stunts, and the world debut of brand-new truck Rhinomite.
Fresh from winning Pollstar’s Family Show of the Year 2025, Glow-N-Fire is set to light up the arena with incredible monster truck action, jaw-dropping stunts, and family fun for all ages. Fans can look forward to seeing their favourites including Mega Wrex™, Tiger Shark™, HW 5-Alarm™, Bone Shaker™, Bigfoot®, Skelesaurus™, alongside FMX riders performing gravity-defying tricks – including the all-new No-Handed Front Flip.
Families are invited to experience the magic of The Wiggles live in The Wiggles Tree of Wisdom Spectacular, their biggest and brightest show yet. This high-energy, all-ages concert promises a joyful celebration packed with surprises, sing-along moments and plenty of dancing from start to finish ?✨
Audiences can enjoy beloved classics including Rock-A-Bye Your Bear, Fruit Salad Yummy Yummy and Hot Potato, alongside newer favourites such as Big Red Ute and Bin Night. Whether it’s a first Wiggles concert or a family tradition, this colourful live experience is designed to create lasting memories for fans of all ages.
SONG present the extraordinary and uplifting tale of Whistle Down the Wind.
Prepare to be swept away by this powerful and moving musical originally created by legendary composer Andrew Lloyd Webber, with lyrics by Jim Steinman.
Inspired by the beloved novel by Mary Hayley Bell, Whistle Down the Wind explores trust, redemption and the enduring power of hope. After discovering a mysterious stranger hiding in their barn, a group of local children fiercely protect him – unaware of the danger hidden behind their innocent faith.
With a soaring score, heartfelt storytelling, and moments of tender drama, SONG are thrilled to bring this compelling production to stage.
This amateur production is presented by arrangement with The Really Useful Group.
Age guidance 11+ with parental discretion.