FEATURED: Liverpool One Bridewell - Battle of the Atlantic weekend 24-27 May
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Set in a 1850s-built former gaol and police station, Liverpool One Bridewell offers a unique place to eat and drink right in the heart of the city. Sit inside the old prison cells and enjoy a delicious meal or sample one of the locally sourced cask ales. This bank holiday weekend there's plenty of great deals and entertainment for all the family.
OUR PICKS: 24 - 30 May 13
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Warships, Candy Floss, Mini Music Festivals and (literally) underground raves... here's our top things to see and do this week.
NEWS: Katie Melua to headline Music on the Waterfront concert
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One of Britain’s best selling female artists will take to the stage as part of Liverpool’s popular outdoor festival – Music on the Waterfront. Global success, Katie Melua will mark the 10th anniversary of her recording career by performing crowd-pleasing favourites such as The Closest Thing to Crazy and Nine Million Bicycles at the FREE Pier Head event on Saturday 8 June from 6pm-10.30pm.
COMING UP: The Christians 26th Anniversary show, The Atkinson, 8 June 2013
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The Christians, the outstanding, soul influenced group who had hits in the late 80’s and 90’s including ‘Forgotten Town’, ‘Harvest For The World’, ‘Born Again’, ‘Ideal World’, and ‘Hooverville’, are celebrating their 26th anniversary with a date at the regions brand new venue The Atkinson in Southport on 8 June, to coincide with the release of their brand new album Speed Of Life plus Deluxe Anniversary editions of their first two multimillion selling albums The Christians and Colour.
NEWS: Legendary Liverpool crime writer Lynda La Plante returns home for ‘In Conversation’ event
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Crime writing legend Lynda La Plante has been confirmed as the latest interviewee in the hugely successful Liverpool In Conversation series, adding to an already impressive list of guests including Paul McGann, David Morrissey and Stephen Graham. She will be returning home to tell her life story at St George’s Hall on 10th September.
NEWS: Emmerdale’s Roxanne Pallet to star in ‘Ladies Day’
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The Royal Court Liverpool will be spending June and July at the races with Amanda Whittington’s fantastic comedy Ladies Day, starring Emmerdale’s Roxanne Pallett. The show will run from 14 June - 13 July.
Pillbox Vintage Fair, Victoria Gallery & Museum, 1 June 2013
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Vintage is back at The Victoria Gallery and Museum, Brownlow Hill when on Saturday 1st June Pillbox Vintage Fairs, in conjunction with the Gallery, returns to this iconic Liverpool Building.
NEWS: KT Tunstall to play first Liverpool show in six years this November
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Scottish songstress KT Tunstall will play her first Liverpool in 6 years on 16th November. With a clutch of summer festival appearances scheduled and the release of her fifth studio album on 10 June the brilliant musician has announced a date at Liverpool Philharmonic Hall on her autumn tour. Tickets go on sale this Friday (24 May) at 9am.
COMING UP: Mixmag Live, East Village Arts Club, 1 June 2013
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Mixmag’s June issue cover stars Disclosure are set to headline the first Mixmag Live show event ever held outside of London. They will be playing alongside Matt ‘Jam’ Lamont and Voyeur at Liverpool’s East Arts Village Club on June 1st. TICKETS
COMING UP: Dom Newton presents 'Atlantis', Studio 2 Parr Street, 26 July 2013
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Dom Newton has developed a cult following within the city for his unique one-off music nights: a blend of original material, superb live performances, and a high-camp theme that lends itself to singing, dancing, and messing around in the fancy dress box. July 26th sees Newton take to the stage in the suitably louche surroundings of Studio 2 Parr St, where he will be premiering his new track Atlantis.
NEWS: Atlantic Tower by Thistle unveils newly refurbished Vista Bar & Restaurant
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The Atlantic Tower by Thistle hotel has officially unveiled its newly refurbished Vista Bar & Restaurant on its first floor. Following two months of work, the space has undergone a considerable transformation with a four-figure sum refurbishment that has seen the hotel’s main dining room redesigned into a contemporary setting. The hotel’s stunning views over the River Mersey and Liver Building are now framed by luxurious cream and lilac furnishings, while feature walls and modern lighting complete the new look.
NEWS: Brazilica offers host of exciting volunteer roles for samba spectacular
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Samba fever is set to hit the streets of Liverpool again this summer with Brazilica 2013, and members of the public are invited to be a part of the action by volunteering. Now with more chances than ever to participate, volunteers will be treated to an inside look at one of the country’s most exotic and vibrant festivals, a chance to indulge in new experiences whilst gaining invaluable work experience.
WRITING ON THE WALL 2013: Writers pit their wits against Dragons
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Can you get your story past the Dragons? Come and see writers pitch their work to win industry advice and support from the ‘Dragons’, AL Kennedy (pictured) (Costa award-winning novelist, Day, The Blue Book), Kate Haldane (multi-media agent at PBJ Management), Esther Wilson (playwright, Ten Tiny Toes, Tony Teardrop) and Gordon Wise (literary agent, Curtis Brown).
NEWS: Popular sporting names announced for BBC Radio 5 Live’s Big Day Out 2013
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More popular sporting names have been added to the bill for BBC Radio 5 live’s Big Day Out 2013 at the Echo Arena. Everton legends Peter Reid and Neville Southall, former Liverpool striker John Aldridge and Liverpool boxer David Price join hosts Colin Murray, Robbie Savage and Mark Chapman for the live event on 1 June. Plus there will be music from acclaimed rockers Primal Scream.
COMPETITION: Win tickets to Circus at East Village Arts CLub, 26th May
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Circus is back with its second bank holiday May party of the year, again taking place on Sunday in a true celebration of house and techno. Now based in its new home, the East Village Arts Club, Circus is back where it truly belongs, with the club’s founder and main resident, Yousef, back in his favourite room too: The Theatre. Enter our competition for your chance to win a pair of tickets.
NEWS: NHS Trust to partner with Liverpool Pride 2013
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Liverpool Community Health NHS Trust (LCH) has announced it will be official partner to Liverpool Pride for the fourth consecutive year. Taking place on 3 August, Liverpool Pride is a festival celebrating Liverpool’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender (LGBT) culture.
COMING UP: Rutherford & Son, Liverpool Playhouse, 21-25 May
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The incomparable Northern Broadsides return to Liverpool with an adaptation of Githa Sowerby’s powerful domestic drama Rutherford & Son. Under the direction of the esteemed Jonathan Miller, and featuring Barrie Rutter in the lead role, this critically acclaimed production comes to the Playhouse from 21 to 25 May. TICKETS
REVIEW: Bob Bob Bob and Bob, Bierhaus (Birkenhead)
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Legendary Birkenhead band Bob Bob Bob and Bob returned for their customary once a year concert at the newly opened Bierhaus, in Birkenhead. Once again they drew a capacity crowd who were duly entertained by one of the very best bands to come out of Merseyside. Shaun McCoy reviews…
COMING UP: Mellowtone presents artists from Viper Label, Sefton Park Palm House, 23 May
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Mellowtone have announced a night showcasing Viper Label’s finest contemporary singer songwriters in the beautiful setting of Sefton Park’s Victorian Palm House on 23rd May. The night features Edgar Summertyme-Jones (solo set), TG Elias, Chris Elliot, Beaten Tracks DJs and live visuals from Howard be Thy Name. TICKETS
NEWS: Lee Evans announces Echo Arena dates for ‘Monsters’ tour
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The legendary Lee Evans is embarking on his most ambitious tour to date. ‘Monsters’ is Lee’s amazing new show with over 50 nights in the biggest arenas in the country, including a visit to Echo Arena on 31 October & 1 November 2014. Lee will be playing to more fans than ever on this hotly anticipated tour of the UK and Ireland. TICKETS