Imagine this: a stage, spotlights, a rock and roll band – and the main character in nothing but his speedos. This isn't a joke; it's a real musical about Michael Cullen, known as Speedo Mick...
Let's talk about the man who turned the Liverpool theatre scene into a place where you want to laugh, remember your childhood, and feel at home. Fred Lawless is a playwright, screenwriter, and director from...
20th-century British show business had many bright stars, but Ken Dodd held a special place among them. He is remembered in history as a comedian with an endless supply of jokes and as a singer,...
There are places in Liverpool that are forever etched into the city's cultural map. The Grafton Ballroom is one of them. The venue opened in 1924, survived booms and busts, saw performances by The Beatles...
Jamie Webster grew up in Norris Green, a working-class area of Liverpool where songs are sung just as loudly in kitchens as they are on stadium terraces. His first gigs weren't on a stage or...
The Liverpool Comedy Festival is a vital annual event in the city's cultural calendar, dedicated to stand-up comedy, sketches, cabaret, and Liverpool's unique brand of humour. Here's a brief overview of its history, development, and...
Liverpool's history has some fascinating twists and turns, one of which unexpectedly leads right onto the stage. If you're familiar with Shakespeare's name but not his stomping grounds beyond London, it's worth taking a peek...
In Liverpool, drag has long been more than just an extravagant or stunning show. The local balls are a vital part of the city's culture, complete with their own history, beloved venues, and even museum...
LOOK Photo Biennial is a platform that truly changes our perception of photography. In 2024, the Liverpool Biennial adopted the overarching theme of Beyond Sight, highlighting the multidimensionality of photographic art, though previous years also...
Composer, singer, writer, and even painter – all these titles describe Paul McCartney, the eminent Liverpudlian who arguably brought more fame to the city...
The history of Liverpool International Music Festival is a journey that confirms Liverpool's reputation as a music capital. The Beatles, Gerry and the Pacemakers...
LOOK Photo Biennial is a platform that truly changes our perception of photography. In 2024, the Liverpool Biennial adopted the overarching theme of Beyond...