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Paul Nicholas on his Major role at the Liverpool Empire
When Fawlty Towers was first broadcast in the 1970s, the series attracted millions of TV viewers. But it turns out Paul Nicholas wasn’t one of them. Because 50 years ago, the actor and singer was busy building a career on stage and screen and tended to find himself otherwise occupied at night. “I caught bits of it,” he explains, “but I was working a lot of the time, and it was pre being able to record programmes.” So when the he was asked if he was interested in playing the M
Iron Ladies the stars in Liverpool filmmakers' latest release
A film documentary which tells the story of the remarkable women who were part of the steely backbone of the 1984-85 Miners’ Strike is set to receive a special screening in Liverpool this month. Iron Ladies will be shown at Picturehouse at FACT on November 20 followed by a special Q&A with Rose Hunter of the North Staffs Miners’ Wives Action Group, who is featured in the film, and moderator Abi O’Connor. Tickets are £14.85 for adults with concessions. In addition, there will
Turner inspires at the Walker Art Gallery this autumn
An exhibition which showcases stunning works by JMW Turner along with artists he influenced is now open at the Walker Art Gallery. Turner: Always Contemporary marks the 250 th anniversary of the artist’s birth. Tickets cost from £14 for adults, with concessions. Children aged 17 and under go free. The exhibition runs to February 22 and explores both Turner’s own work and his impact on successive generations of artists. It features around 120 artworks including National Museu
Liverpool Irish Festival 2025 programme of events
Liverpool Irish Festival returns to city venues next week with 10 days of cultural events and activities. The 2025 event runs from...
Kraftwerk announces Liverpool date on 2026 Multimedia tour
Electronic music pioneers Kraftwerk come to Liverpool in 2026 as part of a tour of the UK and Ireland. The hugely influential German band...
Comedy to enjoy in Liverpool this autumn
It’s been quite the summer, but now the nights are drawing in there’s few things better than to settle down indoors and enjoy a good...
About
Catherine jones
Arts City Liverpool
I'm a lover of Liverpool and its cornucopia of cultural events and adventures. A journalist with 25 years' experience, including nearly a decade as Echo arts editor.
Now a freelance arts writer, theatre addict, music lover and champion of the city I'm proud to call home.
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