There’s a host of must-see events this November, from new theatre productions to the reopening of Museum of Liverpool’s Wondrous Place gallery.
1. Rossiter
For the first time Jim Blythe’s incredibly touching and thought-provoking play Rossiter will be performed in Liverpool, at the Hope Street Theatre. Actor Toby Harris will bring the much loved and iconic comic actor Leonard Rossiter back to life in his home city once again.
A fascinating insight into one of the leading comic actors of his generation, the play explores the actor’s life, his work and motivations.
Hope Street Theatre, 4-6 November, 7.30pm (3pm matinee show on the 5th).
2. Wondrous Place Gallery
Celebrating the city’s staggering roll call of trailblazing entertainers, musicians, sports people, writers, poets, visual artists and comedians, the gallery continues to showcase Liverpool’s internationally recognised creativity and influence through exciting new displays and immersive experiences.
This includes a new Stage and Screen display, which examines the city as a film set and how it continues to provide an impressive backdrop to Hollywood blockbusters and award-winning TV shows.
Items on display include one of Villanelle’s costumes from Killing Eve worn by Liverpool actress Jodie Comer.
Museum of Liverpool, Wondrous Place Gallery reopens 26 November, 10am-6pm, free.
3. Oxton Art Fair 2021
Williamson Art Gallery are welcoming Oxton Art Fair back after last year’s break. This year’s edition is slightly more compact, with 12 member artists taking part, but no less beautiful and considered than any other year.
Visit to view, discover and purchase originally produced painting, photography, jewellery, ceramics, mixed-media, printmaking and textiles.
As always there is something for everyone!
Williamson Art Gallery, 7th November, 10am-5pm, free.
4. I’m not the sentimental type, but…
An artistic exploration of the feeling of nostalgia: How does nostalgia affect us individually and what lies beneath the initial set of feelings?
This audiovisual album dismantles and reframes footage of the Wirral, whilst spoken word, field recordings and synthesizers create a thought-provoking interpretation of the area.
The work is a culmination of the practice-led research by audiovisual artist Mathew Lomas.
Convenience Gallery, 12 November, 7.30pm, free/donation.
5. ON RECORD 2021
A brand new programme celebrating and exploring Black music on Merseyside has been launched.
ON RECORD, is back for the second year with a raft of brand new in-person, online and audio commissions looking at the impact of Black music on the city region’s communities over the past 70 years.
Running until 7 November, live music performances, documentaries, walking tours, workshops, debates and podcasts will make up the thought-provoking programme.
Various venues, Liverpool City Region, until 7 November.