Category: Arts
At Liverpool Today, our Arts News section is dedicated to capturing the creative energy that flows through every street, stage, and studio in our city. Liverpool is more than just a place; it’s a cultural movement, and we’re here to tell its story.
Whether it’s a bold new theatre production, a grassroots exhibition in the Baltic Triangle, or a new voice emerging from the spoken word scene, we’re on the ground covering the moments that inspire, provoke, and shape Liverpool’s identity.
Arts News
Celebrating Creativity in the Cultural Capital of the North
From the heart of the Baltic Triangle to the stages of the Everyman and the walls of Tate Liverpool, Liverpool Today brings you the latest in local arts, culture, and creative talent. Our Arts News section shines a spotlight on the people, projects, and performances that make Liverpool a city like no other.
Whether you’re a theatre lover, gallery-goer, or simply passionate about Liverpool’s creative scene, we’re here to keep you connected to the soul of the city.
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Bold Street Mural Sparks Citywide Street Art Revival
A new mural on Bold Street, painted by rising local artist Mia Faye, has inspired a grassroots movement to turn derelict spaces into public art galleries. Charlie Smith explores the growing momentum behind the “Walls of Expression” project.
Liverpool Philharmonic Launches Free Summer Concert Series in Sefton Park
The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra is heading outdoors with a six-week run of free performances across the city’s parks – bringing classical music to new audiences in unexpected places.
Queer Arts Festival Returns to Camp and Furnace With Expanded Line-Up
Now in its fourth year, the Queer Arts Festival has grown into one of the city’s most anticipated cultural events. Expect drag, dance, visual art, and powerful spoken word, all championing Liverpool’s LGBTQ+ creative voices.
Local Filmmaker Victor Ibarra Wins Best Short at Manchester Film Festival
Liverpool-based director Victor Ibarra has won critical acclaim for Moss Street, a short film exploring youth identity and displacement. The film will be screened at FACT later this month.
Walker Art Gallery Announces Exhibition on Radical Women of Merseyside
A new exhibition titled Voices of Resistance will highlight the untold stories of women activists and artists from Merseyside’s past 100 years. Featuring rare archive materials and contemporary installations, it opens this September. Why not also read our local news section?
Ongoing Features
Artist of the Month: A profile of emerging and established talent in the Liverpool arts scene.
Backstage at the Everyman: Exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the city’s most iconic theatre productions.
Gallery Watch: What’s new and unmissable in Tate Liverpool, Bluecoat, and Open Eye Gallery.
Voices of the City: Conversations with Liverpool’s poets, playwrights, and cultural changemakers.
Do you have an exhibition, book supplier event, performance, or story you’d like us to cover?
Get in touch with the team today – we’d love to hear from Liverpool’s vibrant creative community.