Join Queen Jesus in Liverpool for two nights only at St Bride’s Church in the heart of the city’s Georgian Quarter.
The Gospel According to Jesus, Queen of Heaven is a unique, emotive, one-woman theatrical piece that “leaves everyone feeling blessed” as it seeks to end trans discrimination. Jesus has returned to earth as a trans woman and this is your chance to come and meet her even if you don’t normally go to church.
The show is written and performed by Jo Clifford (TAMING OF THE SHREW, EVE) – one of Scotland’s most renowned playwrights with over 100 plays to her name, Stonewall role model and recently elected an Elder of the United Reformed Church.
Described as having “one of the most remarkable journeys in recent theatre history” (Joyce McMillan, The Scotsman) the show has indeed had an incredible journey over the last fifteen years since its premiere as part of the Glasgay festival in 2009. From being the subject of hate, abuse and a mass protest outside the initial show, to hundreds of critically acclaimed and sold-out performances in the UK and Brazil. Indeed, the Brazilian version has become the most talked about work in the country and is at the epicentre of the struggle against censorship and bigotry.
This is Jo’s first time performing her show in Liverpool, and it is a chance for the audience to be blessed with a sense of shared connection. There has never been a more important time for such a simple message of hope and of love.
“I wrote The Gospel According to Jesus, Queen of Heaven because I wanted to resist. Resist the profound and damaging shame and fear and guilt that has been with me almost all my life. The shame and the fear and the guilt that comes on almost all of us trans women and men born into this hostile world.” – Jo Clifford
Meet the playwright in conversation on
Friday 25th April
7.30pm
entrance by donation and no booking required
Theatre Performance
Saturday 26th April
7.30pm
Performance duration 55 minutes.
Concessions £10
Full price: £15
Sales over the cost of production donated to Open Table Liverpool.
The critically acclaimed production of The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show created by Jonathan Rockefeller features a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets.
The production faithfully adapts four stories by author/illustrator Eric Carle: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubber Ducks, The Very Busy Spider and of course, the star of the show – The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The Very Hungry Caterpillar has delighted generations of readers since it was first published in 1969 selling more than 48 million copies worldwide. Brown Bear, Brown Bear – now celebrating 50 years – has sold more than 18.2 million copies.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show is a vibrant celebration of Eric Carle’s adored classics and the perfect introduction to live theatre.
Five birthdays. Two unhappy marriages. One possessive mother.
It is 1976. Dennis tinkers in his garage, cheerfully indifferent to wife Vera’s impending breakdown. Marjorie hovers in the background, making tea and finding fault. Neil has planned a birthday surprise for his wife, but Pam doesn’t share his enthusiasm, preoccupied by frustrations of her own.
In perhaps his most emotionally charged play, Alan Ayckbourn masterfully evokes a world of hidden tensions and suppressed hostility. He skilfully navigates the tightrope between comedy and tragedy, guiding us towards a hilarious, yet chilling finale.
An Olivier and Tony Award winning playwright, Alan Ayckbourn’s ninety plays have been produced worldwide. Notable successes include: The Norman Conquests, Relatively Speaking, Bedroom Farce, A Chorus of Disapproval and Communicating Doors.
Following successful tours of Absent Friends (2015) and Absurd Person Singular (2020-21), Alan Ayckbourn’s 1976 masterclass in suburban comedy and heartbreak will form the centrepiece of London Classic Theatre’s 25th Anniversary celebrations.
The Citadel is a powerful, timely drama tackling the challenges of contemporary Britain and the struggles of a legitimate asylum seeker trying to make a home here.
Set in Merseyside and wedged somewhere between Arthur Miller’s A View from the Bridge and Charles Fuller’s, A Soldier’s Play, The Citadel exposes the tensions between people of colour when jobs are at stake.
Doors: 6pm
Show: 6:30pm – 8:30pm
Q&A: 8:30pm – 9pm
The performance is presented on a ‘pay what you decide’ basis, with the opportunity to make donations on the evening.
The Citadel is the first play to be developed by Merseyside Script Lab – a new initiatlve supporting plays and playwrights from across the region.
Presented in association with The Black-E.
Hey improv enthusiasts! Get ready to level up your skills at this Intensive – Improv Tune Up! event.
Join them at Liverpool Arts Bar for a day filled with laughter, creativity, and plenty of improv exercises. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to sharpen their improv game. Come mingle with fellow improv lovers, learn new techniques, and boost your confidence on stage.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to fine-tune your improv skills in a fun and supportive environment.
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!
Off the back of the roaring success of the Unity Variety Night Fundraiser, they are delighted to announce a brand-new monthly scratch night coming to Liverpool this Autumn.
At their Open House Session one of the biggest parts of feedback was that their community needed a place to come and test out new ideas, so they are delighted to be launching this new series for artists to come and experiment on the Unity stage.
Introducing a new series of mid-week scratch nights:
- Wednesday 25th September
- Wednesday 23rd October
- Thursday 21st November
Do you want to get involved or perform?
These nights are open for artists to come and test out new material on a live audience. See what works and what doesn’t as we develop together.
If you are interested in performing, it can be any genre, any stage of development or length. Please register your interest via the link provided here.
Join Nat for a workshop exploring some of the techniques and approaches she used making her new solo show, co-created with Jamie Wood.
The workshop will be an opportunity to play, share and experiment, in a supportive environment, with new, old or yet to be conceived ideas.
They’ll move, write and hopefully do some stuff they can’t even imagine at this point.
Award-Winning Actor David Morrissey Returns to Liverpool Everyman for a Special Evening
The Everyman’s 60th birthday celebrations continue with a special event, An Evening with David Morrissey on Thursday 24 October. A Liverpool native and alumnus of the Everyman Youth Theatre, David returns to the stage where his career began.
David Morrissey has enjoyed a long association with the Everyman; from discovering the youth theatre in his early teens, to appearing on stage in the title role of Macbeth in the Everyman’s final production at the old building before its redevelopment in 2011, and as a trustee for the charity which runs the Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse.
The Everyman Youth Theatre played a significant role in igniting David’s acting career. As soon as he stepped through those doors, David found a supportive space that provided a safe environment, fostering not only his passion for the stage but also valuable life skills and confidence. He also met the inspirational Roger Hill, the Everyman Youth Theatre organiser, a man with a punk spirit and unwavering belief in theatre’s power. Roger’s inclusive approach left a lasting impression on David and many of his peers.
Join the team for an exciting session of creativity, connection, and fun!
Through a series of playful drama and improvisation games, they’ll dive into new ways of storytelling without words. Experience the joy of improvisation as you create spontaneous scenes and turn simple ideas into adventures.
Please Note you only need to book places for children. If you are an accompanying parent or guardian there is no need to book.
Come play, create, and discover the magic of wild storytelling together!
