An academy dedicated to Brazilian fight-dance activity Capoeira is to open in Liverpool at the site of the former Cain’s Brewery. Mestre Parente will launch the academy, which is the first of its kind in the region, at the new Northern Lights creative space on 7 November. The Capoeira classes will allow ... Read More...
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Liverpool dance company Movema will open a new studio in the former Cains Brewery and has launched a Kickstarter campaign to help transform the space. The company, which recently celebrated its seventh birthday, is looking to raise £3,000 to “fix-up” its new Movema World Dance Studio which will accommodate a varied programme ... Read More...
Schools and youth organisations across Merseyside will be part of Liverpool’s festival season this year thanks to a new participation project. Children will be taught about the music and culture of Madagascar when Africa Oye tours the region with musician Haja, from the African island’s band HAJAmadagascar & the Groovy People. Africa Oye's ... Read More...
Liverpool has been declared a City of Music, joining the select few destinations across the globe to attain the title. UNESCO, which awarded Liverpool ‘World Heritage Site’ status in 2004, has recognised the city’s musical offering which has given the world the likes of The Beatles and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic (RLPO), confirming ... Read More...
A number of Liverpool’s music festivals have been recognised among the best in the world as they are nominated for the 2015 Festival Awards. Running for a 12th year, the Festival Awards recognise the best events around the UK and overseas recognising the hard work, vision and creativity of the festival industry. Winners ... Read More...
Africa Oyé after parties will be held at The Magnet, The Kazimier Garden, 24 Kitchen Street and Envi, organisers have announced. The celebration of African music, food and drink and culture takes place in Sefton Park on 20-21 June and several after parties have been announced once the main festival has ... Read More...
Africa Oye has announced the running order for the 23rd annual festival at Sefton Park on 20 - 21 June. The vibrant festival celebrates African culture, food and music, and a host of African musicians are in the line-up starting from 12.30pm at Sefton Park - and as ever, entry will be ... Read More...
With the temperature set to rise as we reach the summer months, you’re probably on the look-out for things to do in Liverpool. And what better way to enjoy the warmer weather than by checking out some of the city’s best festivals. From returning favourites to interesting newcomers, there’s something ... Read More...
British soul legend Omar will headline Africa Oyé 2015 in Liverpool’s Sefton Park. The singer, who broke through in 1991 and has performed with a host of musical legends including Stevie Wonder, will headline the 23rd annual festival celebrating African music. Omar is joined by Malian stars BKO Quintet and Reunion Island’s Lindigo ... Read More...