Be Our Guest by Culture Liverpool

Be Our Guest

corporate hospitality with a difference

Be Our Guest exclusive corporate hospitality

We invite you to experience an exclusive and strictly limited corporate hospitality and client entertainment offer for your business. Today, free time for most corporates is at a premium and hospitality must address the big questions: “Will my valued, potential client attend this event and remember it/me/us?” and “Is it a worthwhile return on investment?” Culture Liverpool is confident that the answers to both these questions will be a loud, resounding “YES!”

Be Our Guest and allow the team behind the vibrant 2008 European Capital of Culture Celebrations and the magical ‘Giant Spectacular’ to apply some of that creativity to the hospitality programme which will deliver memorable events, allowing you to pursue your business objectives in an extraordinary environment. Corporate hospitality can deliver new business, create brand awareness and also engender staff loyalty and satisfaction – especially if the event is unique and can live in the memory! Let us create those memories for your company. Football matches – you have all been there. Race days – you have also done that. We are inviting you to be part of a programme of truly unique, once-in-a-lifetime events. From the first exclusive viewings of a UK premier ‘Giant’; part of the city’s major blockbuster spectacle, to high end hospitality and backstage tours at one of the fastest growing music festivals in Europe. We are experts at staging major events and global spectacles. It is your chance to experience some of that magic as we invite you to Be Our Guest and discuss your hospitality requirements for 2014 – the only limits are your imagination!

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International Mersey River Festival - Waterfront Concert Experience IFB Official Cultural Programme Event International Mersey River Festival - ‘All Aboard!’ Tall Ship Hospitality IFB Official Cultural Programme Event International Mersey River Festival - Traditional Naval Mess Dining Experience IFB Official Cultural Programme Event Giant Spectacular by Candlelight - ‘Up Close & Personal’ IFB Official Closing Ceremony and largest UK flagship World War One commemoration events co-commissioned by 14-18 NOW

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Liverpool International Music Festival - VIP Concert Experience One of Europe’s Largest Music Festivals

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Giant Spectacular - Champagne Breakfast IFB Official Closing Ceremony & one of the largest UK flagship Worl War One commemoration events co-commissioned by 14-18 NOW

2. Terms and Conditions •

All opportunities can be purchased exclusively for your company or places reserved on a ‘per head’ basis. The minimum number of guests per event is outlined under each individual section. Please note that where an event attendance fails to reach minimum capacity, the event may be subject to cancellation and a full refund or alternative event sought.

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On confirmation of booking, a 50% non refundable deposit is required with final payment to be received 6 weeks before the confirmed event.

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Event exclusivity is only available until 31st March 2014. Individual requests will be considered after this date.

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Entertainment is subject to availability. If unavailable at the time of booking, suitable alternative entertainment will be sourced.

Music on the Waterfront Concert Experience

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The Event Entertain your clients at a selection of one-off, high profile, waterfront concerts that form part of this year’s programme of International Mersey River Festival - one of Europe’s leading maritime festivals. This will be staged within the UNESCO World Heritage Site – the famous Liverpool waterfront, set against the stunning backdrop of the three Graces. Your guests will be immersed in the breathtaking sights and sounds of up to three exclusive musical spectaculars which showcase our city’s global maritime, architectural and musical heritage.

Location Pier Head, Liverpool Waterfront

Date 13 - 15 June 2014

The Unique Opportunity • The International Mersey River Festival is part of the International Festival of Business Cultural Programme and is a highlighted event for the Maritime, Energy and Logistics sector • 200,000 potential visitor attendance across the weekend • UNESCO World Heritage Waterfront backdrop • Performances from high profile artists

Capacity Minimum of 100 guests Maximum of 200 guests

The Options Option 1 Friday 13 June 2014 6.00pm - 10.00pm • BBC Radio Six Soul & Funk Concert Option 2 Saturday 14 June 2014 6.00pm - 10.30pm • Love Live Music with Smooth Radio Concert Option 3 Sunday 15 June 2015 12.00noon - 5.00pm • Big Band Sound including brass bands and Swing style entertainment

The Experience • • • •

Champagne on arrival (music or brand themed cocktails optional) A sizzling summer BBQ of delicious, locally sourced food (other food options available) Unlimited free bar Exclusive passes to the VIP viewing area where you and your clients will have the best vantage point of the main stage with enviable views of headline artists • VIP Backstage Tour for all your clients • Use of event brand logo and image for personalised and themed invites • Carriages at 11.00pm Minimum of 100 guests Maximum of 200 guests

Cost per Head • £175 • Exclusivity per concert (includes full event naming rights): £35,000

‘All Aboard’ Tall Ship Hospitality

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The Event Impress your clients with the grandeur of our architecture, the drama and romance of our waterfront, the internationalism of our cultural offer and the warmth and hospitality of our staff on board the historic Tall Ship - Mercedes. Moored in the heart of the beautiful Albert Dock, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Mercedes provides the perfect maritime environment to entertain. Two evenings will see the Pier Head come alive with entertainment as we play host to two high profile concerts – a maritime fiesta in a world class city.

Location Albert Dock, Liverpool Waterfront

Date 13 - 14 June 2014

The Unique Opportunity •

The International Mersey River Festival is part of the International Festival of Business Cultural Programme and highlighted event for Maritime, Energy and Logistics sector

• UNESCO World Heritage Site • 200,000 potential visitor attendance across the weekend • 2 Waterfront Concerts featuring high profile artists

The Options Option 1 Friday 13 June (late afternoon into evening) Option 2 Saturday 14 June (late afternoon into evening)

Capacity Minimum of 120 guests Maximum of 140 guests

The Experience • An unlimited free bar serving a choice of complimentary beverages including sparkling wine, red/white wine, aperitif, draught beers, soft drinks or hot drinks throughout the evening •

The chief chef and his team prepare delicious food with the focus on excellent meat and fish specialties. Choose from canapés, flying buffets, classic buffets and barbecues on deck

• Live entertainment including a mezzo soprano classical singer • Use of event brand logo and image for personalised and themed invites • Carriages at midnight

Cost per Head • £155 • Exclusivity £21,700

Traditional Naval Mess Dining Experience

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The Event An exclusive and rare opportunity to experience and gain insight into the true British Royal Navy custom. Steeped in tradition, your clients and your company will partake in a truly unique and memorable naval mess dinner aboard a mighty, historic vessel, berthed at the heart of the iconic UNESCO World Heritage Waterfront. In the company of Officers of Her Majesty’s Royal Navy, your guests will experience the formal ‘Passing of the Port ‘and the prestigious ‘Loyal Toast’ - raising a glass to a salute and expressing good wishes to distinguished guests. The evening will be rounded off by a spectacular performance from the Queens Royal Marines Band of Scotland and Mezzo Soprano Danielle Louise Thomas – an experience for your valued clients that will live long in the memory.

Location Liverpool Cruise Terminal, Princes Parade, Liverpool Waterfront

Date 14 - 15 June 2014

The Unique Opportunity •

The International Mersey River Festival is part of the International Festival of Business Cultural Programme and highlighted event for Maritime, Energy and Logistics sector

• UNESCO World Heritage Site

The Options Option 1 Saturday 14 June 2014 (evening) Option 2 Sunday 15 June 2014 (evening)

Capacity Minimum of 30 guests Maximum of 50 guests

The Experience • Personal welcome on board from the Ship’s Commanding Officer • Champagne reception with canapés • A traditional naval mess 3 course dinner with all of the trimmings • Prestigious live entertainment • After dinner drinks • Use of event brand logo and image for personalised and themed invites • Carriages at 11.00pm

Cost per Head • £170 • Exclusivity £8,500

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Memories of 1914 - 18 by Candlelight

‘Up Close & Personal’

The Event Who could forget the ‘Sea Odyssey’ in 2012 when the city became a backdrop for one of the most magical pieces of street theatre ever witnessed? We are inviting you to take part in a truly unique, once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. It will be a candlelight dinner like no other - beginning with a three course dining experience in the beautiful surroundings of the Golden Concert Room at St. George’s Hall. This wonderful evening will become all the more special when you invite your guests to an exclusive preview – Up Close and Personal - a UK premier by Royal de Luxe, the world’s leading street theatre production company.

Location The Golden Concert Room, St. George’s Hall

Date Wednesday 23 July 2014 (evening)

The Unique Opportunity • Memories of 1914 - 18 is the official closing ceremony of the International Festival for Business staged over 5 days • The event is co-commissioned by 14 - 18 NOW as one of the flagship UK Government’s Cultural Commemorations of World War One • 1.2m potential visitor attendance • Partnered with the BBC for national prime time television

Capacity Minimum of 70 guests Maximum of 90 guests

The Experience • Champagne reception and canapés on arrival • Unlimited free bar • An exclusive opportunity to view one of the Giants • Three course gala dinner • An evening of live 1914 inspired music and entertainment • Use of event brand logo and image for personalised and themed invites

Cost per head • £250 • Exclusivity £22,500

VIP Concert Experience

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The Event Music is at the core of Liverpool’s identity and international reputation, so it seems fitting to entertain your clients at a selection of high profile greenfield park concerts, which form part of the Liverpool International Music Festival’s 2014 programme. Your guests and your company can watch performances by some of the biggest names in music past, present and future at one of Europe’s biggest and fastest growing music festivals attracting over 200,000 visitors. With the best views of the main stage, artist meet and greet opportunities and backstage tours; indulge your clients with a VIP Concert Experience which cannot be matched.

Location Sefton Park, Liverpool

Date 22 - 25 August 2014

The Unique Opportunity • 3 live outdoor stages • 100+ fringe venues • Partnered with 2 international television media partners • 200,000 potential visitor attendance • £365m+ reach - media coverage

Concert Options Available Option 1 - Friday 22 August 2014 6.30pm - 9.30pm Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Concert Option 2 - Saturday 23 August 2014 12.00noon - 6.00pm British Invasion Option 3 - Sunday 24 August 2014 (Daytime) 12.00noon - 6.00pm World Music Option 4 - Monday 25 August 2014 (Daytime) 12.00noon - 6.00pm Summer Sessions with Juice FM

Capacity Minimum 100 guests Maximum 150 guests

The Unique Opportunity • 2-3 live outdoor stages • 100+ fringe venues • Partnered with 2 international television media partners • 200,000 potential visitor attendance • 365m+ reach - media coverage

The Experience • Champagne on arrival (music or brand themed cocktails optional) • Festival themed canapés throughout the day • Unlimited free bar • Backstage VIP tour around the Artist Village • VIP access into the exclusive viewing area which provides enviable, unobstructed views of the headline artists. • Use of event brand logo and image for personalised and themed invites

Cost per Head • £170 • Exclusivity £25,000

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Memories of 1914 - 18

Champagne Breakfast

The Event Transport your guests back to 1914 to enjoy a historic morning of giant networking opportunities. Your future clients and colleagues will be treated to a traditional champagne breakfast of smoked salmon and scrambled eggs in the grand surroundings of St. George’s Hall. You will be escorted to the exclusive private viewing area where you will witness the spectacle, as the story unfolds before thousands of excited spectators. A once in a lifetime opportunity.

Location St. George’s Hall

Date Friday 25 July (early morning)

The Unique Oportunity • Memories of 1914 - 18 is the official closing ceremony of the International Festival for Business staged over 5 days • The event is co-commissioned by 14-18 NOW as one of the flagship UK Government’s Cultural Commemorations of World War One • 1.2m potential visitor attendance • Partnered with the BBC for national prime time television

The Experience • Tea and coffee on arrival • Champagne breakfast & networking • Personal escort to exclusive viewing area and rare photo opportunity

Capacity Minimum of 100 guests Maximum of 150 guests

Cost per Head • £130 • Exclusivity £19,500

Friends of Culture We would like to personally thank ‘Friends of Culture’ who actively support the City by contributing towards the staging of Liverpool’s world class major events programme. Why not add that final special touch to your clients experience by booking them into one of the city’s top hotels and rest assured that every last finite detail of their great day has been experienced. A stone’s throw from Liverpool’s historic waterfront and immersed in the city’s commercial district, Hotel Indigo is perfectly located in the heart of the city centre. This glamorous, boutique hotel is inspired by its historical and cultural surroundings: from the design of the bedrooms right down to the music played throughout the lobby. The colourful four star bedrooms offer the latest in modern luxury, with oversized beds and invigorating rainfall showers, they are the perfect place to relax and unwind.

www.hotelindigoliverpool.co.uk Welcoming Liverbirds and culture vultures, this rare bird offers breathtaking Manhattan style with the twist of Mal. Perched at the heart of the city’s stylish docklands, you’ll find rooms to make you coo, a divine brassiere serving simple, ultra tasty cuisine and a bar you absolutely need to be spotted in.

www.malmaison.com/Liverpool

For further information on booking an event, please contact: Lesley Beattie Head of Commercial and Visitor Economy

Susan Finnegan Visitor Economy and Commercial ManagerÂ

Culture Liverpool The Capital Building 10th Floor 39 Old Hall Street Liverpool L3 9PP

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