Warhol: Bullet Karma, written and performed by Garry Roost and directed by Kenneth Hadley, is a one man show, exploring the life of Andy Warhol and Valerie Solanas’ attempt on his life. Covering his experience with art, obsession with fame and relationship with his mother, this is an original biographical drama, examining the life of […]
Audrey’s Art Club, from Lita Doolan Productions, is a multi-media collection of snippets from the life of Audrey (Lita Doolan) and her relationship with Violet. Written and performed by Doolan, this original piece of theatre is a love story and also explores themes of isolation, loss and the often desperate need to be wanted. The […]
This is Merseybeat, compiled by Cavern Club resident band, The Shakers, is a fun, musical trip down memory lane, showcasing the songs performed by a selection of bands and solo artists on Mathew Street from 1962 onwards. The first half of the show features a projection of the interior of the original Cavern Club, as […]
It felt unusual travelling to the theatre on a very sunny and reasonably warm day to see a pantomime, but everyone’s favourite Christmas activity is making a nationwide spring comeback, with theatres around the UK, resurrecting the festive tradition for the Easter season. The Epstein Theatre’s offering is Sleeping Beauty, the traditional story of a […]
Stone on Stone, written by Frank Kenny and directed by Mikyla Jane Durkan, is a drama inspired by Charlie Chaplin’s infamous visit to John Larkin in Sing Sing Prison, New York in the early 1920s. An exploration of the political views of Larkin, the political education of Chaplin, and the constant peril Chaplin’s position as […]
Explorations is an evening of music to transport you, from the bustling streets of Paris, to the dark and ominous world that can be created with baroque style harpsichord, and finally to the enchanting scenes of Finland’s view of the aurora borealis. Performed by the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra, conducted by Andrew Manze, this was […]
Cosmic, written by Joe McNally and directed by Deborah Yhip, is a comedy drama telling the story of Vinnie (Andy McLeod) and the real world he has uncovered through his enthusiastic investigation into the world of conspiracy theories. His interest in the darker side of society was sparked by the death of his father, Billy, […]
Liverpool Wind Collective’s annual March concert featured a repertoire of exclusively female composers, a nice touch for midway through Women’s History Month. The varied programme allowed each member of the quintet to showcase their skills and the intimate setting of Liverpool Philharmonic’s Music Room created a sense of closeness between the audience and ensemble. Opening […]
The Brodsky Quartet are currently celebrating their fiftieth anniversary, and this concert was a recognition of that milestone in the beautiful setting of St George’s Hall Concert Room. The quartet played a selection of string music featuring both for reflective and joyful themes. The concert opened with Bach’s Solo Violin Sonata in G minor, arranged […]
Jack and the Beanstalk is an all singing, all dancing pantomime, full of Scouse humour, original and fun musical numbers and all of the interactive jokes that make pantomime a great festive experience for all of the family. Written by Christopher Jones and directed by John Garfield-Roberts, assisted by Kazia Cannon, this is a great […]