Part One: DaDa Makes Music
6pm – 6.45pm
Join them to celebrate 10 years of the DaDa Ensemble project and wider music programme.
DaDa have commissioned a new short film looking at the work of the DaDa Ensemble over the years. The film features clips from past performances and interviews with the young musicians, the music leaders and project staff. This is an informal celebration event, the film is approximately 6 minutes long and there will be an opportunity to chat before and after the screening.
Part Two: DaDa’s Film Shorts
7pm – 8.30pm
The film shorts programme includes two new commissions to accompany the artists’ recent poems ‘Unwoven’ by Amina Atiq and ‘I Want More Disabled Rage’ by Dolly Sen and ‘Home’, a new work from Dora Colquhoun (featuring original music). Join us to watch all 3 films, an informal Q&A, with an opportunity to meet the artists. Drinks and snacks provided.
Access: Venue access information visit fact.co.uk
The event will be BSL interpreted. Audio Description and Captions will be available to accompany the films.
Booking info: Book tickets via the FACT website: fact.co.uk
About DDFI40:
DaDaFest International returns 8th-31st March 2025 to celebrate DaDa’s 40th Anniversary and this time we are coming with ‘RAGE: A Quiet Riot’.
DDFI40 will showcase work by disabled artists that captures all shapes and sides of rage. From the internal quiet frustrations and righteous rage, to overt injustice and activism, DDFI40 will explore disability rights, disability arts, access, ableism and ‘Rage’ in an explosion of creativity.
Disability Arts Online and Telepresence Stage are delighted to present a symposium discussion and workshop event at FACT on 19th March.
11am – 1pm In the morning, two of the UK’s leading disabled-led theatre companies, Birds of Paradise Theatre Company and CRIPtic Arts, will give presentations and a panel discussion on the benefits, possibilities, and future applications of unique online and hybrid performance outcomes they have developed. This session is hybrid and can be attended in person or online.
2pm – 3pm A practical workshop in the afternoon will provide interactive demonstrations and handson experience for those wanting to gain more insight into Telepresence technology, solutions and tools. This session is designed for in-person attendance only.
Access: BSL interpretation, Captions and Audio Description will be provided at this event. Live Captions will be available during the morning live streamed session.
Booking info: Booking is essential for this event, visit fact.co.uk – Booking link launching soon
About DDFI40
DaDaFest International returns 8th-31st March 2025 to celebrate DaDa’s 40th Anniversary and this time they are coming with ‘RAGE: A Quiet Riot’.
DDFI40 will showcase work by disabled artists that captures all shapes and sides of rage. From the internal quiet frustrations and righteous rage, to overt injustice and activism, DDFI40 will explore disability rights, disability arts, access, ableism and ‘Rage’ in an explosion of creativity.
DaDa are thrilled to be working in partnership with disabled curator Gill Crawshaw and the Young Everyman Playhouse (YEP) Producers group to develop and share this pilot exhibition.
Over 40 years, DaDa has amassed a huge archive of material and memorabilia. Working with the YEP Producers, Gill will be sharing her experience and expertise in curating as a disabled person. The YEP group will be delving into their archive to share a snapshot of DaDa’s history from their own perspective.
Access: For venue information visit everymanplayhouse.com
The launch event will be BSL-interpreted. There will be elements of pre-recorded Audio Description available and supporting audio information.
Booking info: No need to book. Come along to the launch event, or drop in during Everyman opening hours to enjoy the exhibition at your leisure from Wednesday 19th – Monday 31st March
Launch event: Wednesday 19 March 5.30pm, Everyman Theatre Bar, Hope Street. Join us FREE
NB: An online version of this exhibition will be linked here during the festival.
About DaDa
DaDa is an award winning and pioneering disability arts organisation based in Liverpool with international reach and impact. Founded in 1984, we were one of the first disability-led arts organisations in the UK and an integral part of the campaign for greater equality and access for disabled artists across the arts sector.
About DDFI40
DaDaFest International returns 8th-31st March 2025 to celebrate DaDa’s 40th Anniversary and this time they are coming with ‘RAGE: A Quiet Riot’.
DDFI40 will showcase work by disabled artists that captures all shapes and sides of rage. From the internal quiet frustrations and righteous rage, to overt injustice and activism, DDFI40 will explore disability rights, disability arts, access, ableism and ‘Rage’ in an explosion of creativity.
Join DaDa on 26th March 10am-11am for this disability-led movement workshop facilitated by Australian artists Amy Claire Mills and Bedelia Lowrenčev.
This online workshop invites participants to move and shake their bodies through sweat and play. This is not about fitness; it’s about liberation, using movement as a tool for self-expression, catharsis, and collective joy.
No experience necessary. Wheelchairs, mobility aids, and rest breaks are welcome.
Supported by Liverpool Biennial.
Access: BSL interpretation and closed captions will be available for this event.
Booking: Book via eventbrite.
About DaDa :
DaDa is an award winning and pioneering disability arts organisation based in Liverpool with international reach and impact. Founded in 1984, we were one of the first disability-led arts organisations in the UK and an integral part of the campaign for greater equality and access for disabled artists across the arts sector.
About DDFI40:
DaDaFest International returns 8th-31st March 2025 to celebrate DaDa’s 40th Anniversary and this time they are coming with ‘RAGE: A Quiet Riot’.
DDFI40 will showcase work by disabled artists that captures all shapes and sides of rage. From the internal quiet frustrations and righteous rage, to overt injustice and activism, DDFI40 will explore disability rights, disability arts, access, ableism and ‘Rage’ in an explosion of creativity.
Battle Lines is a play about working class struggle historically and today. Many of the issues workers face today – low pay, zero hours, bogus self-employment, have arisen because of past Governments’ efforts to break and restrict organised labour and the Trade Union Movement.
The Miners’ Strike that ended 40 years ago was a pivotol event, and one from which younger workers today can take many lessons from. Banner Theatre, in both words and song, explore the struggles of the past and the present.
Theatre Porto is a relatively new theatre located in the old Whitby Hall in Whitby Park. There is some disabled parking adjoining the theatre, but free parking is generally in the main Whtby Park Car Park, with 200 metre walk up to the Hall.
Doors open at 6.30 pm and the play will start a little after 7pm. There will be an interval with light refreshments available. Finish around 9.15 pm.
There are no age restrictions, but the play is aimed teenagers and above.
Returning for a short tour in 2024/25, this will be your last chance to enjoy an evening with this iconic footballer.
Geoff will once again be joined by his great friend and agent Terry Baker, who will interview the England legend – and gently take the respectful mickey with him.
Announcing… The Orff UK International Summer School 2025
Liverpool Hope University (Hope Park Campus)
28th July – 1st August 2025
Residential and Non-residential tickets available.
Our Summer School is for all who work musically and creatively with children and young people
in or out of school. The Orff Approach is a way of teaching that uses words, song, movement, dance, and simple instruments in imaginative and creative ways to develop children’s musical imagination, skills and
understanding.
Workshops will offer an exciting and stimulating range of ideas to develop your skills and understanding of improvising and composing with children.
Tutors include:
Carmen Dominguez Rodriguez
Tamsyn Durrant
Nancy Evans
Movema
Chris Perry
The award-winning creator, executive producer, and host of Somebody Feed Phil, is bringing his live show to Liverpool. Somebody Feed Phil – one of Netflix’s most popular food and travel shows – has garnered a cult-like following and combines Rosenthal’s love of food and travel with his unique brand of humour.
This is a must see for foodies, restaurateurs, travellers, and armchair enthusiasts all over the world.
Cricket legends Aggers and Tuffers are back and ready to bowl you over as they return to the stage with their highly anticipated 2025 tour!
Whether you’re a die-hard cricket enthusiast craving insider stories or looking for a fun evening out, Aggers and Tuffers are sure to entertain, so don’t miss out this spring.
Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.
Age Guidance: 12+
A hilarious and heartfelt show that explores Northern masculinity and society through raucous interactive cabaret.
Four Northern lads are given the impossible task of rebuilding Northern masculinity in one night. Only one of them can become the BIG STRONG MAN and save the North. Which one? That’s up to you!
Surrealist comedy comrades, The Growth House, invite you for a night of Poundland level extravagance, side-splitting comedy and electrifying performances. Featuring song, dance, improvisation, boyband parodies, lip syncs, karaoke and a bear, BIG STRONG MAN is an unforgettable alternative comedy night out.
