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WELCOME TO OUR WHAT’S ON GUIDE The venue has stemmed from being a magnificent entertainment venue of its day featuring spectacular spaces, including The Great Hall and The Concert Room to a go to destination for heritage and events space. This quarter, we welcome a diverse range of events from the Narnia Experience to DreamWorks Lights and comedy in our Concert Room. Take a look and experience St Georges Hall. The Footman Tours Have you discovered the nooks and crannies of St George’s Hall yet? For the first time in over 160 years, visitors will be invited to discover the magnificent Grade I listed building’s hidden depths and unseen places - from the old rickety wooden structures of the dark corridors above The Great Hall, down to the recently discovered lost tunnel.
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JAN
EXHIBITION
DreamWorks Lights Running until Sat 15 Jan Come and meet Shrek, Alex, Po and
friends at DreamWorks Lights this Christmas, encompassing over 100 spectacular figures of your favourite characters and 25 enlightening and memorable scenes based on three major DreamWorks feature
film productions – Shrek, Kung Fu Panda and Madagascar.
information and to book online for guaranteed entry.
Open daily from 10:00am until 7:00pm.
Where Enter via the plateau
Tickets Visit dreamworkslights. com for full event
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Liverpool Philharmonic Chamber Music Series Sun 8 Jan | 2.30 pm As former BBC New Generation Artists, the Berlin-based Armida Quartet has already established themselves as one of the most striking ensembles on the European scene. 4
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This powerful programme lets them test their mettle against two of the supreme masters of string chamber music – Haydn and Beethoven – plus a new work, from the young serbian composer Marko Nikodijevic˙. Tickets Cost £25 available from the Liverpool Philharmonic box office: 0151 709 3789. Where The Concert Room
EXHIBITION
MUSIC
Art - Life beyond Sight Loss
Orchestra dell’Arte – Julian Boyce
Sat 14 Jan Sun 29 Jan
Sun 22 Jan | 3 pm Julian Boyce, an artist with the Welsh National Opera will be performing at this popular afternoon session.
Since 1915 Blind Veterans UK has considered the study of art and craft skills to be an important element of rehabilitation.
Tickets £11 (including admin fee)
Exploring the impact of arts and crafts on the lives of our veterans, 'Art – Life Beyond Sight Loss' illustrates how it has enabled our veterans to build confidence, selfbelief and independence.
Where The Concert Room
Tickets £3 adults and £1.50 children (contact Victoria. Beech@blindveterans.org. uk for details) Where Enter via The Heritage Centre MUSIC
This Sceptered Isle Sat 21 Jan | 7.30 pm Join Espressivo Chorus as we tour through the musical heritage of our British Isles. With music from the pomp and ceremony of Royal occasions, to the pop and rock of the last 50 years, and a celebration of British cultural creativity in musicals and film, there is certain to be something for everyone. Tickets £13.20 (includes admin fee) Where The Concert Room
FESTIVAL
Winter Ales Festival Thu 26 Jan – Sat 28 Jan Various times
The Liverpool Organic Brewery return with their famous Winter ales festival! With over 200+ real ales and ciders, gin, rum, vodka, processco and local food providers,
the festival is sure to be fun filled! Tickets Available from liverpoolorganicbrewery.com
Where The Great Hall
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EXHIBITION
The Narnia Experience
FEB
8 Feb - 25 Feb Following their sell out production of The Narnia Experience in 2013 and The Alice Experience in 2016, Crosby charity ‘In Another Place’ is repeating the acclaimed Narnia Experience at St George’s Hall in Liverpool from 8th – 25th February 2017! The experience itself is a walk-through theatrical experience, where you can step through a wardrobe of fur coats... stumbling upon a wintery forest full of pine trees. Take on the role of either Lucy or Edmund and follow the story from their perspective, meeting characters like Mr Tumnus, Mrs Beaver and The White Witch! The Experience lasts around 90 minutes. We also have 4 quieter autism friendly sessions on Tuesday 21st February between 6:15pm to 7pm. In addition there will be a couple of BSL signed sessions with dates and times to be confirmed shortly. Tickets Start at £6 for a child, see the TicketQuarter website for full ticket details. Where The Great Hall
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Organ recital Tue 28 Feb | 12.45 pm Professor Ian Tracey organist to the city of Liverpool continues his hugely popular lunchtime recital series on the magnificent Willis organ Tickets £2.50 on the door Where The Great Hall
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Liverpool Philharmonic Chamber Music Series Sun 12 Feb | 2.30 pm Russian-born pianist Kirill Gerstein doesn’t
just play with a lightning virtuosity that recalls the great Russian virtuosi of the past.
romantic pianism: a full performance of Liszt’s jaw-dropping Transcendental Études.
He brings poetic insight to everything he touches, and this Liverpool recital programme opens amidst the timeless beauty of Bach before Gerstein scales the everest of
Tickets Cost £25 available from the Liverpool Philharmonic box office: 0151 709 3789. Where The Concert Room
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The Gangs of Victorian Liverpool Mon 20 Feb - Sat 25 Feb (various times) Lovehistory and St George’s Hall are pleased to announce the latest in the series of the popular ‘Catacombs of Liverpool’s Darkest History’ tours, to run for six days from 20th-25th February 2017. Following on from the success of Series 6 of the catacomb tours, Lovehistory are about to delve even further into Liverpool’s past and expose more of the savage and lawless Gangs of Victorian Liverpool. Tickets £15 (includes admin fee) Where Enter via The Heritage Centre
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EXHIBITION
Wedding Open Day
MAR
Sun 5 Mar | 2-5 pm Getting hitched? St George’s Hall is Liverpool’s landmark wedding venue which combines romance and heritage to offer a truly unique setting for your day. Come along and view our wedding suites, meet suppliers and soak up our awe inspiring venue! Tickets Free entry Where The Great Hall
COMEDY
Jenny Éclair
Jessie Pavelka
Organ recital
Health and Wellbeing expert Jessie Pavelka is bringing his “4 Elements” concepts to life on his 2017 UK Tour. Noted for his extensive TV works and renowned motivational coaching expertise, you now have the chance to join him in person and learn the tools to flourish in life.
Eclair puts middle age under the microscope and decides whether to laugh, cry or buy a dachshund! You are most welcome to join her, just button your cardi up properly and wipe that lipstick off your teeth. Tickets £17.50 (plus fees) Where The Concert Room
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Sun 12 Mar | 12.45 Professor Ian Tracey, City Organist plays the grand Willis Organ. Tickets Admission £2.50, pay in The Heritage Shop. MUSIC
Organ recital Tue 14 Mar | 12.45 The popular lunch time recital returns with professor Ian Tracey. Tickets Admission £2.50, pay in The Heritage Shop.
FAIR
Antiques and Collectors fair Sat 11 Mar | 9.30 am Asbridge promotions present the Antique and Collectors fair now with vintage fashion stalls. Tickets Admission £2.50 on the door (all adults).
MUSIC
FAIR
Sing-a-long-a Dirty Dancing
LABL Vegan Fair
Fri 24 Mar The producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-Long-a GREASE bring you their latest interactive film. The brand new singalonga screening of the classic film starring Patrick Swayze and Jennifer Grey. Tickets £16.50 (includes admin fee) Where The Concert Room
Sat 25 Mar Our massive event in Liverpool! Helping you to Live A Better Life with 120 stalls offering everything from delicious vegan food and drink to natural beauty and handmade gifts! A vegan bar, cookery demonstrations, talks and workshops will add to the event. Tickets Admission is £2, pay on the door.
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WINTER
ales festival Thurs 26th - Sat 28th January 2017
200 & CIDERS
+ REAL ALES
LOCAL FOOD - WINE - PROSECCO C O N T I N E N TA L B E E R S - L I V E R P O O L S P I R I T S B A R
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VIP Tables Available
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ORGANIC BREWERY
JOINT HEADLINE SPONSORS
*Discount valid on Thursday evening & Friday daytime sessions only, when presenting a valid CAMRA card.
For tickets and further information visit:
www.realaleevents.com
HOW TO FIND US St George’s Hall is situated in the heart of Liverpool’s Cultural Quarter, 3 minutes from Liverpool Lime Street Station. Get to St George’s Hall by train with Merseyrail and enjoy unlimited off-peak travel for £5.10 or less with a Day Saver, or £11 for a family of up to 5 with a Family Ticket. (Off-peak is after 9:30am Monday – Friday and anytime on weekends and bank holidays). Liverpool Central station is 7 minute stroll from St George’s Hall for Northern Line passengers. For Wirral line passengers, rail replacement buses and ticket acceptance on the 10A bus in the city centre will maintain easy access to St George’s Hall during the Wirral loop line track renewal work. Find train times and plan your journey at www.merseyrail.org. Parking –Follow signs for Liverpool Lime Street Station
CORPORATE EVENTS AND WEDDINGS Our multi-purpose venue provides a stunning backdrop for conferences, dinners, award ceremonies and weddings. Contact our events team for more information on 0151 233 3020.
Nearest Bus Stop – Queen Square Bus Station. Sat Nav St George’s Place, Liverpool L1 1JJ Entrance to the Concert Room and The Great Hall is via North Hall (Opposite the Walker Art Gallery). Entrance for the Great Hall may vary, please check with the venue before the event. We are fully DDA compliant.
BOOKING INFORMATION ticketquarter.co.uk | 0844 800 0410 Online 24 Hour Booking | Telephone: 9am – 9pm Mon to Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays 10am – 5pm In person TicketQuarter Box Office, Echo Arena, Kings Dock, Liverpool Waterfront, L3 4FP Opening times 9am - 6pm Mon to Sat, Sun & Bank Holidays 10am - 5pm
BOOKING FEES (+ admin fee) indicates that a 10% per ticket administration fee will be added to the face value of the price of a ticket. Both face value cost and admin fee charge have been stated where applicable. All bookings done online and by phone through TicketQuarter are subject to an additional fulfilment fee of £2.25 per booking. All information is correct at time of printing.
COMING SOON! WE ARE EVOLVING OUR EVENTS PROGRAMME, HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: LESLEY GARRETT 7TH APRIL 2017
THE REGINA MONOLOGUES 15TH APRIL
BRITISH STYLE COLLECTIVE 7TH - 9TH JULY
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