Smithdown Litfest 2024 invite children and grown-ups to this magical storytelling session with local author Patrick Graham. Patrick, author of “The Three Little Jamaicans: English Adventure” will be reading from his latest work-in-progress, a children’s fantasy adventure called “House of Almost All Known Things”. Ideal for children in Years 4 to 6 but all welcome!
Anokosha and her brother Tanaka live in rural Zimbabwe. Little do they know their whole world will be turned upside down. The fairy tales they used to listen to are about to become reality. Anokosha is worried about Tanaka and his strange whispering.
She follows him and learns he’s befriended a creature they thought was the thing of bedtime stories. And, the creature needs their help. Driven by the promise of magic, the reluctant Anokosha and eager Tanaka set off on a quest to find the House Of Almost All Known Things. Along the way they encounter giants, trolls, extremely dangerous Tree Dwellers, envious parents and imaginary beasts. Can Tanaka’s friend be trusted to keep them safe? And, will the house have the answers they need?
This is a free event but please book your free places so they know how many people to expect and can contact you if the weather means they need to move to an indoor venue! The event will take place by the large tree near the Beechbank Road part of the park. Bring along a blanket or chair to sit on.
Join in for a full day of Locking with the Funky Femmes!
Who are they?
A group of likeminded women who have danced together for over a decade and who have a passion for sharing their love of street dance and funk styles.
www.instagram.com/funkyfemmes.liverpool
What to expect –
The workshop is suitable for absolute beginners and will build your knowledge of Locking throughout the day.
10am-12pm – They’ll start the day with short discussion about the history and culture of Locking and other funk styles. They’ll get moving with a warm up and spend the rest of the morning learning the fundamental moves of Locking.
12pm-1pm Lunch Break
1pm-3pm After lunch they will continue to build on their Locking foundations, learn how the music influences their dancing, create their own sets/routines and maybe even throw down in a jam circle!
Just £15 for the full day. Places are limited so booking is essential.
Under 14s must be accompanied by an adult.
Workshop will be held at Studio 2, Arts bar, Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BY
This special event focuses on the transition from music student to music professional through a series of concise expert presentations punctuated by a collaborative workshop, a musical interlude by University of Liverpool students, networking and a closing concert focusing on Opus 1 music compositions.
The performance will feature a diverse range of artists from HarrisonParrott, Foundation partners, and the University of Liverpool with their partners. Enjoy the unique opportunity to deepen your knowledge, and engage in structured discussions – a musical representation of making that first leap from student to professional.
Join them for the whole day, or just the evening concert, in an unforgettable celebration of musical excellence, where each note resonates with the potential for a flourishing career in the arts.
This symposium, presented by The HarrisonParrott Foundation in partnership with Liverpool University, focuses on Higher Education and the Music Industry Pipeline: a dynamic mix of presentations, workshops, and performances designed to engage and inspire.
Symposium is free, concert is free if attending the symposium.
Join the Bluecoat Display Centre every other Saturday, between 2pm – 4pm, for informal conversations and demonstrations with some of their talented makers.
Dates and makers through to December 2024 include:
Saturday 5 October 2024 – Jean White (Ceramics)
Saturday 2 November 2024 – Anne Knight (Ceramics)
Saturday 16 November 2024 – Reptile Tiles (Ceramics)
Saturday 30 November 2024 – Sally-Anne Thompson (Textiles)
Saturday 14 December 2024 – Kayleigh Radcliffe (Mixed Media)
Booking is not required, just pop into the gallery between 2pm – 4pm.
Session 2 of the LMF Development Drop-In! 📝
For their second session they are looking at story structure!
3 act, 4 act, twists, red herrings, why do we need a structure? They will explain the importance of planning and writing within a framework, with practical examples of how different stories fit different techniques.They will also look over some of your work – so please bring a one pager of your writing for feedback!
This writing workshop is all about becoming a writer and sustaining your writing practice, how to write, what write and what skills and techniques to use.
Jenny and Catherine talk about their books – and also offer tips all the way through the talk on overcoming any problems with character, dialogue, place and narrative drive. This will be followed by some time for audience questions.
Catherine Cole is a Visiting Professor at Liverpool John Moores University where she was formerly Associate Dean, Research and Professor of Creative Writing and a member of the university’s Board of Governors. She is also an Honorary Visiting Professor at the University of Wollongong in Australia. She has published 11 books including crime fiction, non-fiction, short stories and memoir. Her poetry, stories, essays and reviews have been published in Australia and internationally and produced by BBC Radio 4.
Jenny Newman has been writing for over thirty years, usually fitting it in around a busy teaching life, and was formerly head of the Creative Writing department at Liverpool John Moores University. She has written two novels and non-fiction. Her short fiction has been broadcast on BBC Radio 4 and published in, among other places, The London Magazine and Riptide. Her new novel, In the Blood, will be published in September 2024.
Event supported by the Research Institute for Literature and Cultural History, Faculty of Arts, Professional and Social Studies at Liverpool John Moores University.
Join Cameroonian-Kuwaiti actor and performance-maker Colette Dalal Tchantcho to explore some foundational tools for using your life experience to create performance material.
Date: Wednesday 25th September 2024
Times: 12 – 3:30pm
Cost: £7.21 (includes booking fee)
Venue: Bluecoat, School Lane, Liverpool, L1 3BX
In this workshop Colette Dalal Tchantcho will help you to explore how to find your voice as a performance maker, ways of working in collaboration, and how to create layers in your work with music.
The workshop will be tailored for new makers looking to work with autobiography and experienced makers who are looking to refine their creative instincts. They will aim to create a warm, curious and collaborative space that is welcoming, inclusive and empowering to all.
If you have any questions concerning accessibility or would like to share your access requirements in advance please email admin@arabicartsfestival.co.uk.
In partnership with Shubbak.
About
Colette Dalal Tchantcho (Cole) is a Cameroonian-Kuwaiti Actor and Performance Maker who trained at Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts. They are interested in bringing the unspoken into proximity with sacred acts and spaces in their work. Cole is currently developing Dreamer; a semi-autobiographical performance piece and body of work exploring how the nuanced reality of Arab society intersects with race, class and gender politics.
Join Jogja Disability Arts and DaDa for an exploration into disability arts practice in Indonesia.
Jogja Disability Arts is an organisation based in Yogyakarta, Indonesia. Using art and the cultural model of disability, JDA aims to create space and access for meaningful participation for disability artists in Indonesia. JDA actively advocates models for inclusivity and equal opportunities for disability artists through various programs, such as festivals, exhibitions, research and art collaborations.
On Friday 13th September, Nano Warsono (Visual Artist, Lecturer at Indonesia Art Institute and Board Member of Jogja Disability Arts) and Triarani Utami (Researcher, Learning Facilitator and International Partnership Coordinator at Jogja Disability Arts.) will be offering a presentation and Q&A session to introduce the work of Jogja Disability Arts to Liverpool. This will include details of their current the British Council funded PRISM project.
Learn To DJ Experience: A Five Week Beginner DJ Course At Arts Bar Hope Street – Liverpool
What Is This?
Welcome to their Learn To DJ Experience at Arts Bar Hope Street Liverpool! This 5-week beginner course is your chance to go from a complete beginner to a confident DJ. You’ll learn all the mixing fundamentals and key creative and performance techniques to make you stand out from the crowd!
Plus – have the option of showcasing your new skills at their regular showcase nights in front of friends, family, and other students.
When Is This?
Tuesday nights: 18:00 – 19:15PM or 19:45 – 21:00PM (Choose course time when purchasing ticket)
Five Sessions: 17th Sept, 24th Sept, 1st Oct, 8th Oct & Finishing on the 15th of October.
With a virtual (Zoom) 15 minute welcome & software set up on Tuesday the 10th of September – to be confirmed and booked via email.
Where Is This?
Arts Bar Hope Street Liverpool: 22 Hope Street, Liverpool, England L1 9BY
They’ve chosen to host their Learn to DJ nights at Arts Bar Hope Street due to its relaxed atmosphere and big creative spaces. Classes will be conducted in a private studio and their showcase event will be held in the main bar. It’s truly a great setting to learn to DJ in.
Why This Course?
- Fun – the course has been designed to be so simple to follow, you need absolutely no experience in music or DJing.
- Affordable – their course is up to 50% cheaper than other DJ courses out there.
- Social – Learn to DJ whilst meeting fellow music fans in your class.
- Relaxing – The course is hosted in the best local venues, with great drink deals, so you can unwind whilst learning.
- Full of opportunities – They host regular performance showcase events so you can showcase your skills to friends and family.
- Expert Tuition – Their instructors are industry veterans who have a wealth of performance and teaching experience, ensuring you get the result you’re looking for.
