Whats on Guide January - April 2026 by Liverpool Philharmonic

Featuring Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan, Lily Allen, Chris McCausland, Naima Bock, Bob Marley Reimagined by The London African Gospel Choir, Janine Harouni, Northern Soul Orchestrated, Afel Bocoum, Catrin Finch, Police Dog Hogan, An Evening with Steve Cradock

In this guide

Contemporary Music Page 4

Classical Music Page 34

Family & Variety Page 48

Funded by

Paul Hamlyn Foundation Endowment

Everything you want, right here.

Two stages, one iconic venue, but a whole world of entertainment. Whether you’re into jazz or blues, classical or rock, folk or hip-hop, comedy or film, big names or rising stars, it’s all here at Liverpool Philharmonic. So whatever you’re looking for, we know we’ll have just the ticket.

Bridget Christie

Saturday 31 January 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

See page 50 for more details

Africa Oyé x LIMF Academy

TRiBE feat. KOJ and Friends

Saturday 7 February 8pm

Music Room

See page 9 for more details

Perfectly Frank

Saturday 14 February 2pm & 8pm

Music Room

See page 10 for more details

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Beethoven with Paul Lewis

Thursday 12 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

See page 41 for more details

Angeline Morrison

Friday 20 March 8pm

Music Room

See page 21 for more details

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 2026

Thursday 2 - Saturday 4 April 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

See page 23 for more details

Chris McCausland

Yonks!

Saturday 11 April 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

See page 54 for more details

Bob Marley Reimagined by The

London African Gospel Choir

Saturday 18 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

See page 25 for more details

Contemporary Music

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

Wednesday 14 January 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£43, £37, £33

Following sold-out performances in the West End and around the globe, the sensational homage to Simon & Garfunkel returns! Using huge projection photos and original film footage, the international hit show tells the story of the origins and meteoric rise of Simon & Garfunkel, blended together seamlessly with a full live band performing all the hits including ‘Mrs Robinson’, ‘Cecilia’, ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’, ‘Homeward Bound’ and many more.

The Classic Rock Show

Friday 16 January 8pm

Saturday 17 January 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£53, £47, £42

An amazing opportunity for rock fans, young and old, to celebrate three decades of the world’s greatest classic rock music, with a stunning multi-million-dollar sound and light show to match. Notefor-note, anthem after anthem, riff after riff and solo after solo, the evening culminates in a show-stopping guitar duel that is definitely not to be missed!

The Simon & Garfunkel Story

LIMF Academy presents For The Love

Friday 16 January 8pm

Music Room

£6

A set of ten-minute collaborations by ten alumni, celebrating ten years of the LIMF Academy.

Alistair Griffin & Tom Speight

Saturday 17 January 8pm

Music Room

£26, £22, £19

The hugely talented Tom Speight and Alistair Griffin return with another night to remember and a host of new songs to enjoy! Tom will be showcasing his acclaimed fourth studio album Perfect Strangers, and Alistair will deliver show-stopping tracks from his latest record Kings & Queens – and of course they’ll perform some of their best loved tunes that have featured on Radio 2 playlists, TV shows and sporting events for years.

Afel Bocoum

Tuesday 20 January 8pm

Music Room

£25, £22

In partnership with

For over three decades, legendary musician Afel Bocoum has been a guardian of Mali’s Niger River musical soul. A musical companion to the late great desert blues pioneer Ali Farka Touré, he released his solo debut album in 1999 and gained international recognition through collaborations with Damon Albarn, including 2002’s Mali Music. A beloved artist and ambassador for endangered instruments like the njurkel lute and njarka fiddle, Bocoum will also showcase music from his new album, Harber

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Beyond the Console: The Music of Video Games

Saturday 24 January 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£65, £55, £45, £40, £35, £25

Featuring music from: The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy, Uncharted, The Last of Us, Fallout 4, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and more!

Robert Ames conductor Elle Osili-Wood presenter

In a concert presented by Sound of Gaming’s Elle Osili-Wood, conductor Robert Ames and the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra fill the Hall with music from the world’s biggest video games. It’s the music that’s accompanied fierce battles and epic journeys. It conjures up other worlds and fires imaginations. Featuring soundtracks from recent blockbusters and nostalgic favourites too, this concert has wowed audiences across the country.

Liverpool Acoustic presents Martyn Joseph

Saturday 24 January 8pm

Music Room

£25, £22, £20

Martyn Joseph creates performances with a huge far-reaching sound that is energetic, passionate and stays with audiences long after the show has ended. In early 2024, he released his new “masterful and careerdefining” (Fatea UK) album, This Is What I Want To Say, which was followed by sell-out shows around the world. With expressive and poignant lyrics, and a career spanning over 40 years and 27 studio albums, he’s created a style all of his own.

HSP presents Naima Bock

Sunday 25 January 8pm

Music Room

£16

In October, London artist Naima Bock released a digital EP titled Live in Toulon, featuring five exquisite live versions of songs from her 2024 album, Below a Massive Dark Land, and her 2022 debut, Giant Palm. Following summer performances at UK festivals like Deer Shed and Green Man, and opening for legends like Dinosaur Jr., and Neil Young and Chrome Hearts, Naima is back on the road to deliver an unmissable show.

The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain

Sunday 25 January 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£42, £36, £27

Formed in 1985 as the antidote to the bluster of the music business, The Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain began giving ‘concerts’ in tiny rooms above old pubs. Four decades later, they’re still thrilling audiences around the world with their off-beat humour and fourstringed virtuosity. With just ukuleles and a menagerie of voices they’ll dash through every kind of musical genre, with ABBA, ZZ Top, Tchaikovsky, Nirvana, bluegrass and Broadway all played on the ‘bonsai guitar’.

Rum Ragged

Tuesday 27 January 8pm

Music Room

£20, £17

HSP presents Dylan

LeBlanc

Friday 30 January 8pm

Music Room

£23, £20

Formed by Aaron Collis and Mark Manning, Rum Ragged takes a bold approach to the distinct folk music of their home: the Eastern Canadian island of Newfoundland. Boasting bouzouki, fiddle, bodhrán, banjo, guitar and button accordion, these new champions of East Coast music enliven and enlighten audiences with both songs and tune sets. With reverence for their roots and a creative, contemporary edge, this young band have quickly become known as the finest purveyors of their great living musical tradition.

Dylan LeBlanc is a singer-songwriter/multiinstrumentalist who often finds himself flirting with the edge. A vagabond since he was a little boy tossed between Texas, Louisiana and Alabama, LeBlanc’s nomadic spirit drew him not only to a life as a touring musician, but also to the beast that titles his newest record. Following 2019’s critically acclaimed Renegade, LeBlanc’s latest release Coyote boasts soaring love songs, boundless slide guitar, honest lyrics and dizzying arrangements –the record LeBlanc always wanted to make.

Events471 presents Liz Owen

Saturday 31 January 8pm

Music Room

£19, £16, £14

Wirral-born artist Liz Owen has toured with legends Midge Ure, Joan Armatrading and Toby Lee, and has had her music played across BBC radio stations. She’s worked with former Iron Maiden frontman Blaze Bayley, and her vocals feature across the album trilogy Infinite Entanglement. Twinning strong passionate vocals with percussive, fingerstyle acoustic guitar to deliver her contemporary blues/folk sound, Liz’s debut album Beautiful Beasts was released to critical acclaim.

30 Years of Music: Seckou Keita plus special guests Natacha Atlas and Samy Bishai

Sunday 1 February 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£32, £27

ParrJazz presents An Intimate Evening with Philip Lassiter

Tuesday 3 February 8pm

Music Room

£23, £20

2026 marks renowned Kora virtuoso Seckou Keita’s 30th year in the music industry. With immense talent and an acclaimed repertoire, he’s celebrating this milestone with exclusive shows featuring special guests and new works. In this explosive concert, he’ll surprise his audience, taking them on a journey from past to present, blending traditional rhythms and modern compositions to create a unique sound. Joining him will be Natacha Atlas – a groundbreaking artist who mixes western and Middle Eastern vocal traditions with mind-blowing dexterity – and violinist Samy Bashai, whose incredible talent bridges genres from around the world.

Trumpeter, composer and arranger Philip Lassiter has been knee-deep in the funk since his days as section leader in Prince’s New Power Generation. An 11-time Grammywinning arranger, he has roots in Texas funk, Alabama gospel, New Orleans jazz and Nashville soul, and has performed at some of the biggest festivals in the world. Lassiter’s top-tier compositions and arrangements - featuring his virtuosic trumpet playing - have landed him gigs with The Isley Brothers, Roberta Flack and many others.

Last Few Tickets

Ronnie Scott’s Jazz Club: The Ronnie Scott’s Story

Friday 6 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£37, £32, £27

Africa Oyé x LIMF Academy TRiBE feat. KOJ and Friends

Saturday 7 February 8pm Music Room

£6

Celebrating 50 Years of Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (1976–2026)

Thursday 12 February 7.30pm

Friday 13 February 7.30pm Music Room

£24, £21, £19

Direct from London’s iconic jazz club, The Ronnie Scott’s All Stars celebrate one of the world’s most famous venues, its music and its history. Mixing classic music from the jazz greats who have performed at Ronnie Scott’s over the years with scandalous tales of old Soho, countless celebrity visitors, miscreant musicians and police raids, life at Ronnie’s is evocatively reimagined in a truly unique evening.

This collaborative event will explore the eclecticism and depth of the hip-hop genre, bringing together a wealth of talent from Liverpool and the region.

A musical celebration of one of the most iconic figures in American rock history. Over two very special nights, the Tom Petty songbook comes to life in all its glory, spotlighting a legacy of chart-topping hits, Grammy-winning recordings, and cultural influence that transcends generations. Each show will feature a different setlist – containing classic hits, fan favourites and deep cuts, plus works with the Traveling Wilburys, Mudcrutch and Stevie Nicks too – delivering the music that soundtracked a generation.

Perfectly Frank

Saturday 14 February 2pm & 8pm

Music Room

£100 (Valentine’s Package - limited availability), £25 (evening only)

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in style with cabaret seating for two, with a bottle of ThinK prosecco or red/ white wine per table and a grazing board of cheese, charcuterie and antipasti - £50 per person, two people per table. Alternatively, theatre style seating is available for £25 for the evening show only.

Bringing the swing of Sinatra to life, Perfectly Frank by David Knopov, as seen on BBC’s The One and Only, is a tribute to the legendary Frank Sinatra and is without a doubt one of the most successful Frank Sinatra tributes around. David has been performing Perfectly Frank to a global audience for over 25 years, and if you close your eyes, you will swear it’s ol’ blue eyes himself!

Elkie Brooks

The Long Farewell Tour

Sunday 15 February 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£47, £42, £37

After a remarkable 64 years of performing live, ‘British Queen of Blues’ Elkie Brooks embarks upon her Long Farewell Tour. Expect a captivating celebration of Elkie’s illustrious career, featuring some of her biggest hits including ‘Pearl’s A Singer’, ‘Lilac Wine’, ‘Fool (If You Think It’s Over)’ and ‘Don’t Cry Out Loud’, as well as blues, rock, jazz and material from her eagerly anticipated new album, joined of course by her incredible band.

Pagoda Arts presents Tian Qiyi featuring Jah Wobble

Sunday 15 February 8pm

Music Room

£21

During Liverpool’s 2008 Capital of Culture, the Pagoda Youth Orchestra joined forces with the Chinese Dub Commission and bass pioneer Jah Wobble – an experience that would inspire Tian Qiyi to reimagine Chinese traditional music, mixing erhu, yangqin and morin khuur with dub basslines, live loops and post-punk energy. They’ve gone on to release two acclaimed albums and receive airplay from BBC Radio 6 Music and Radio X, and now they return with their father Jah Wobble, celebrating creativity first sparked in Liverpool and now resonating worldwide.

The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III

Monday 16 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£62.50, £53.50, £47.50, £37.50, £27.50

Age restriction 8+

Please note this show is endorsed by Mike Oldfield but he will not be appearing.

A showcase of Mike Oldfield’s boundary-breaking Tubular Bells series, celebrating the brilliance of these iconic and seminal musical pieces. Brought to you by an expansive live group, led and arranged by Mike Oldfield’s long-term collaborator Robin Smith, the show will feature the whole of Tubular Bells I performed in full, along with extended sections of Tubular Bells II and III, as well as worldwide hit single ‘Moonlight Shadow’.

Andy Fairweather Low & The Lowriders

Monday 16 February 8pm

Tuesday 17 February 8pm

Music Room

£36, £33, £31

Andy Fairweather Low came to prominence as the lead singer in Amen Corner, who released hit after pop hit including ‘Bend Me Shape Me’, ‘Hello Suzy’ and ‘(If Paradise Is) Half As Nice’. Now following a hugely successful path as a solo artist, Andy’s career has seen him work with everyone from Eric Clapton, George Harrison, Bob Dylan and Jimi Hendrix to BB King, Emmylou Harris, Mary J. Blige and Kate Bush – plus literally hundreds more.

Tarren and The National Youth Folk Ensemble

Wednesday 18 February 8pm

Music Room

£15, £10 (student and under 18s)

An evening of exceptional music from Tarren and the National Youth Folk Ensemble. Bristol-based Tarren make music that is fresh, dynamic and rooted in the English tradition. They incorporate minimalist musical forms into traditional-inspired material, creating songs with folk dance at their heart. Nurturing the next generation of folk performers, the National Youth Folk Ensemble brings together talented 14-19-year-old musicians to create contemporary takes on traditional tunes, producing a sound that is distinctive, joyful, and diverse.

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Fisherman’s Friends

Friday 20 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£45, £39, £30.50

Having performed together on stages across the world for over 30 years, Fisherman’s Friends return with songs old and new. Now with a huge following, feature films, a documentary, a musical, a book and a BBC Folk Award to their name, they’ve released their fifth album and seen their song ‘Brave Volunteers’ playlisted on Radio 2. Still holding down their day jobs, the band have remained exactly what they always were when they first got together – fishermen and their friends.

Lost in Music

Saturday 21 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£38, £32, £30

Step back into the era of glitter balls and groove – Lost in Music is back with a brand-new show that’s bigger, bolder, and more dazzling than ever before! Expect a spectacular night of non-stop disco anthems as a sensational live band, powerhouse vocalists, and vibrant production reignite the dance floor with iconic 70s hits from Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Chic, Sister Sledge and more.

HSP presents Ondara

Saturday 21 February 8pm

Music Room

£20, £17

After years of searching and restless wandering, Grammy-nominated Ondara returns to the stage transformed. He emerges as Jet Stone –his true name – stepping into a new chapter and embarking on the first full-band project of his career. This concert is a chance to witness transformation in real time. Each night, Ondara, now performing as Jet Stone, will breathe new life into beloved songs from his catalogue while offering a first look at material from his upcoming debut as The Jet Stone Conspiracy.

The ELO Show

Sunday 22 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£42, £32

Liverpool Acoustic presents Paul Dunbar

Sunday 22 February 8pm

Music Room

£18, £15

Plus support from Jenny Colquitt

The world’s greatest tribute to Jeff Lynne and ELO is back with a stunning new show, with amazing musicians and incredible singers playing hit after hit from ELO’s vast back catalogue. With sell-out tours, this tribute gets bigger every year, now featuring a dazzling light and laser show, artwork inspired by ELO’s own show design and even a spaceship! Expect songs like ‘Evil Woman’, ‘Don’t Bring Me Down’, ‘Telephone Line’, ‘Sweet Talkin’ Woman’, the legendary ‘Mr. Blue Sky’, and more!

Liverpool’s Paul Dunbar returns with a powerful night of soul-infused rock and blues, celebrating the release of his new album, The End Fresh off the back of two critically acclaimed singles, ‘Mountain’ and ‘Cities’, Dunbar is a force to be reckoned with. His commanding voice, often likened to Springsteen, delivers raw emotion and grit, backed by songwriting that’s both heartfelt and razor-sharp. Expect a full band of top-tier musicians and a night of music that hits hard and lifts spirits.

Boyzlife

Thursday 26 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£152 (VIP), £50, £44, £39, £33

Boyzlife, comprising Boyzone’s Keith Duffy and Westlife’s Brian McFadden, celebrate the iconic hits of both boybands, who sold a combined 55 million records and have over 21 #1 singles between them. With decades of chart-toppers, the duo will perform all the biggest hits from Boyzone and Westlife including ‘I Love The Way You Love Me’, ‘All That I Need’, ‘No Matter What’, ‘My Love’, ‘I Lay My Love On You’ and ‘Uptown Girl’.

Niall McCabe

Thursday 26 February 8pm

Music Room

£19, £16

With self-effacing humour and stories told of growing up on a remote Irish island, Niall McCabe possesses an effortless charm. Like the wild Atlantic landscape of his home, McCabe’s songs feel timeless and natural yet belie the shaping of a dynamic creative force. Deft, intricate guitar work brings lightness, yet the soul and stories of McCabe’s life breathe a deep cultured sense of discernment through his distinct vocals. McCabe’s eagerly anticipated 2023 album Rituals was released to critical acclaim.

The Earth Wind and Fire Experience by Al McKay

Friday 27 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£67.50, £55.50, £51.50, £39.50, £31.50

A celebration of funk, soul and disco band Earth, Wind & Fire, created by their iconic guitarist Al McKay, who helped shape the group’s legendary sound during their most successful years. Reincarnating the spirit of the original band, the show delivers hit after hit, performed by an all-star line-up of incredible funk and soul musicians. Get ready for tracks including ‘After The Love Has Gone’, ‘Let’s Groove’, ‘Can’t Let Go’, ‘September’ and more, all with their authentic feel.

Luma Creations presents Grupo Luma

Friday 27 February 8pm

Music Room

£17, £14

Grupo Luma returns with their much-awaited album launch, creating a journey of vibrant music that borrows from the abundant Latin American musical heritage of Francisco and Oscar Carrasco. Together with Erik Bichard, Phil Hargreaves, Max Alder and Fran Bass, the brothers present original material many years in the making – a beautifully diverse fusion of music from around the world. As always, they promise to inspire and energise with powerful rhythms, haunting melodies and deeply moving lyrics.

Second date just announced to meet incredible demand!

Deaf School: 2nd Honeymoon 50th Anniversary

Friday 24 July 7.30pm Saturday 25 July 7.30pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

1840 Lounge

An experience designed to make your time at Liverpool Philharmonic extra special.

Let’s make a night of it… Before taking your seats for the event and during the interval, join us in our Art Deco-inspired 1840 Lounge. With your host waiting to greet you, you’ll be shown to your private table, where you’ll explore our expertly curated menu – choose from cocktails from our award-winning neighbours Berry & Rye, elegant wines, premium spirits, delicious beers and soft drinks, and Perrier-Jouët Champagnes.

For more info, call 0151 709 3789 or visit liverpoolphil.com/1840Lounge

Please note, the 1840 Lounge is reserved for Members at most Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra concerts. Please check event pages for more information.

Catrin Finch

Saturday 28 February 8pm

Music Room

£24, £21

Catrin Finch performs Notes to Self, a series of reflective and deeply personal new tracks she has composed for her 13-year-old self, and her first album of solo compositions in a decade. Notes to Self weaves together Catrin’s experiences and introspections, exploring themes of vulnerability, expectation, transformation and the unpredictability of a life played out under the public eye. Each composition draws from this extraordinary harpist’s past; a 40-year career as one of her generation’s most adventurous and pioneering artists.

Lily Allen Performs West End Girl

Tuesday 3 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£83, £77, £57, £37

The remarkable Lily Allen, whose new album West End Girl has received rave reviews, plays her first dates in seven years. The show – Lily Allen Performs West End Girl – will see the singer/songwriter play her brand-new album in its entirety, in the order the songs appear on the record.

Tankus

Wednesday 4 March 8pm

Music Room

£21

This is a standing event.

For more than a decade, Tankus have offered a visceral, transcendental rock ‘n’ roll experience. The hardest-working band in town, they’ve criss-crossed the continent playing roughly 1400 shows and built an astonishingly loyal fanbase in the process. A deeply theatrical endeavour, delivering raw power, they’re back with a new album, Valley of Distraction – their most focused and intentional work yet. An astonishing feat of storytelling, it’s a record that thrives on community.

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In partnership with The Tung Auditorium

The Irish House Party

Friday 6 March 7.30pm

The Tung Auditorium

£23

A cliché-free Irish music show straight out of Ireland! No twee costumes or backing tracks here, just incredibly talented musicians and dancers bringing the sound and fun of a real Irish house party to an intimate and homely setting. Featuring All Ireland champion musicians and world champion dancers, the show combines lighthearted audience interaction with fascinating stories about the music and the instruments themselves.

Blazin’ Fiddles

Friday 6 March 8pm

Music Room

£25, £22, £20

10cc

And Another Bloody Greatest Hits Tour

Saturday 7 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£54, £48, £43

One of the most celebrated and best-loved acts on the Scottish music scene, Blazin’ Fiddles features the mastery of Highlands and Islands fiddle virtuosos Jenna Reid, Kristan Harvey and Rua Macmillan, grounded by the driving accompaniment of Angus Lyon (piano) and Anna Massie (guitar). For over 25 years, no-one has quite captured Scottish fiddle music’s variety, energy and sensitivity like Blazin’ Fiddles. Whatever the hall – whether Royal Albert or highland village – they’ll turn it into the liveliest and warmest of hootenannies.

Fronted by co-founder Graham Gouldman, 10cc have undergone a remarkable renaissance in recent years, evolving from cult status into a mainstream concert draw that sells out top venues around the world. Expect a hit-packed setlist including era-defining anthems like ‘Rubber Bullets’, ‘Donna’, ‘Art for Art’s Sake’, ‘Dreadlock Holiday’, and, of course, the eternal ‘I’m Not In Love’.

The Dodge Brothers

Friday 13 March 8pm

Music Room

£24, £21

Comprising Mike Hammond, Aly Hirji, film critic Mark Kermode and Alex Hammond, The Dodge Brothers produce new songs in the old style – a classic Americana hybrid of blues, rockabilly, jugband, skiffle and rock’n’roll. Following their acclaimed album Louisa and the Devil, the band recorded The Sun Set at Memphis’ legendary Sun Studio. Their version of ‘Rock Island Line’ featured in the Brian Epstein biopic, and they packed out The Cavern for the film’s premiere. Playing sold-out shows across the country, The Dodge Brothers always entertain.

Northern Soul Orchestrated

Friday 13 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£87, £67, £51.50, £41.50

Following last year’s hugely successful Northern Soul Orchestrated tour, writer/BBC Radio 6 Music broadcaster Stuart Maconie, the BBC Concert Orchestra and Manchester’s composer/conductor Joe Duddell return! Transporting audiences back in time and capturing the spirit of a movement, this is a celebration of the raw, rare American soul music that inspired an all-night dance culture. Get ready for amazing new arrangements of some of Northern Soul’s biggest anthems, with performances from some very special guest vocalists.

The Dubliners Encore

Saturday 14 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£40, £34, £31, £28.50

The Dubliners Encore is the official stage show celebrating the greatest folk band of all time. Produced by The Dubliners’ John Sheahan, renowned fiddle player and legendary Irish icon, this new show packs 50 years of songs, stories and craic into one unforgettable night. This hugely talented cast captures the magic of The Dubliners, singing all their hits including ‘The Wild Rover’, ‘Seven Drunken Nights’, ‘The Black Velvet Band’, ‘Whiskey in the Jar’ and ‘The Irish Rover’.

Liverpool Acoustic presents Peter’s Field

Sunday 15 March 3pm & 8pm

Music Room

£23, £20

Peter’s Field tells the story of a critical day in working class history. At Manchester’s Peterloo Massacre, authorities attacked and murdered peaceful people who had gathered to hear Henry ‘Orator’ Hunt, a figure who called for working people to have the vote. Comprised of 19 original songs – written by Sean Cooney, performed with Rowan Rheingans and Sam Carter – and a spoken narrative derived from eyewitness accounts, Peter’s Field is an epic musical chronicle born from years of research.

St Patrick’s Day Celebration with McGoldrick, McCusker

& Doyle

Tuesday 17 March 8pm

Music Room

£26, £24

The legendary Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle return with their own blend of folk songs and charming bonhomie – a rare musical treat you’ll savour for a very long time. Renowned composer Mike McGoldrick is a master of flutes, whistles and Uillean pipes and current member of Capercaillie. Formerly of Battlefield Band, John McCusker’s unique fiddle playing has earned him a worldwide reputation. Guitarist/singer-songwriter John Doyle is an Irish music linchpin and founding member of acclaimed group Solas.

Dom

Martin

Thursday 19 March 8pm

Music Room

£24, £21

Dom Martin, the multi award-winning singer-songwriter from Belfast, returns with his intimate acoustic show. At the top of his game, this UK Blues Hall of Fame performer was voted Best Acoustic Artist in 2020/21/22 and Instrumentalist of the Year in 2022/23/25, while his 2024 record Buried In The Hail was voted Album of the Year. Headlining many festivals and tours, both acoustically and with his power trio band, he is also now cutting a swathe right across Europe and beyond.

Angeline Morrison

Friday 20 March 8pm

Music Room

£20, £17

Angeline is one of the freshest artists in English folk music today, a singer, songwriter and multi-instrumentalist celebrated for her soulful, resonant voice, evocative storytelling, and deeply affecting performances. Ranked by Mojo as among the key voices of 2023, Angeline’s music explores ordinary lives with reverence and curiosity. Her groundbreaking album The Sorrow Songs: Folk Songs of Black British Experience –The Guardian’s Folk Album of the Year –illuminated the often-overlooked Black British presence within the folk canon.

Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra

Friday 27 March 8pm

Music Room

£20.50, £17.50

Rob Heron & The Tea Pad Orchestra have been gleefully trampling over genre boundaries for over a decade, chucking rockabilly, blues, country, swing, soul and more into their musical gumbo, but always sounding mostly just like themselves. Playing everywhere from Glastonbury and Cambridge Folk Festival to village halls and barns, the group are well-known for their energetic live shows and dry humour, and have toured with big-name Americana outfits such as Pokey LaFarge, The Dead South, and Sierra Ferrell.

The Brand New Heavies

Saturday 28 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£50.50, £44.50, £37

The Brand New Heavies’ third album Brother Sister changed everything for the band. Propelled by the classic singles ‘Dream On Dreamer’, ‘Midnight At The Oasis’ and ‘Back To Love’, the record achieved huge success (over a million sales and a BRIT nomination) as they cemented their position as the pioneers of acid jazz. Still sounding as fresh and timeless as it did back then, The Brand New Heavies celebrate the album’s 30th anniversary with a very special tour.

LIMF Academy Orchestrated with Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Session Band

Sunday 29 March 7.30pm Music Room

£18

Celebrating the talented young music creators of our city, this annual collaboration brings together musicians from Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Session Band with the best of Liverpool International Music Festival (LIMF) Academy’s musical artists. Join us for this showcase event featuring specially arranged cross-genre originals and covers, spanning the worlds of pop, RnB and more. Returning to its roots in the Music Room, expect an intimate and high-quality performance that showcases the best of Liverpool creativity.

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Katie Chatburn conductor

The Billy Joel Songbook

Wednesday 1 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£37, £31, £29

After a sell-out 2024 tour, the hugely acclaimed singer-songwriter and pianist Elio Pace and his incredible band are set to thrill audiences once more with the smash-hit award-winning show, The Billy Joel Songbook. This exciting live show pays homage to one of the most iconic musicians, singer-songwriters and composers of the 20th Century, transporting the audience through a catalogue of Joel’s music including ‘She’s Always A Woman’, ‘Uptown Girl’, ‘We Didn’t Start The Fire’ and ‘Piano Man’.

Rumours of Fleetwood Mac 2026

Thursday 2 April 8pm

Friday 3 April 8pm

Saturday 4 April 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£53, £47, £42

Personally endorsed by Fleetwood Mac founding member Mick Fleetwood, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac is the ultimate tribute to one of rock and roll’s most remarkable groups. Channelling the spirit of Fleetwood Mac at their very best, Rumours of Fleetwood Mac offers a unique opportunity for fans, both old and new, to rediscover the songs and performances that have ensured Fleetwood Mac’s place as one of the most loved groups of all time.

An Evening with Steve Cradock

Travellers Tunes

Friday 3 April 8pm

Sunday 5 April 8pm

Music Room

£76 (VIP), £46 (Premium), £31, £28.50

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

A mainstay of British rock since forming Ocean Colour Scene in 1989, guitarist Steve Cradock is responsible for the signature riffs that ignited ‘The Riverboat Song’ and ‘Hundred Mile High City’ and helping OCS earn double-platinum glory with Moseley Shoals. He’s played record-breaking gigs with Oasis at Knebworth, plus joined The Specials and Paul Weller’s band, appearing on all his studio albums. In his debut tour, Steve will be playing and singing hits from the OCS songbook, and much more.

Last Few Tickets

RGL presents

The Music of Zimmer vs. Williams

Sunday 5 April 2.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£60, £51.50, £46, £38, £26.50

Prepare for an unforgettable evening as two of the greatest ever film composers go head-to-head. Legendary scores by Hans Zimmer and John Williams have defined the cinematic landscape for decades, and now they’re brought to life in a thrilling concert. Expect epic soundscapes and timeless melodies from Star Wars, Harry Potter, E.T., Dune, War Horse, Interstellar, Pirates of the Caribbean and many more. Feel the power, emotion and excitement of these worldrenowned soundtracks, performed live by a 70-piece orchestra.

Kris Drever

Wednesday 8 April 8pm

Music Room

£24, £20

Plus support from Annie Dressner

Kris Drever is among Scotland’s most acclaimed and distinctive musicians, celebrated for his warm voice, virtuosic guitar playing, and imaginatively evocative songwriting. Raised in the Orkney Islands, Drever has carved out a unique place at the intersection of traditional folk and modern acoustic music, as a solo artist and as part of the award-winning trio Lau. Kris will be playing songs from his new album, a selection from his back catalogue of originals and storied interpretations of traditional material.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Rushil Ranjan and Abi Sampa present: The Orchestral Qawwali Project

Thursday 9 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£59, £54, £44, £38, £30, £20

East meets West, musical traditions are refashioned, then seamlessly interwoven on a truly mind-blowing scale.

Find out more on page 44.

Anthony Inglis conductor Manchester Concert Orchestra

The Illegal Eagles

2026 Hotel California Tour

Sunday 12 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£46, £40, £37, £34

Renowned for flawless vocals, stunning guitars, and an ability to recreate the Eagles’ legendary sound, the Illegal Eagles return to play the iconic Hotel California album in its entirety, performing classics like ‘Life in the Fast Lane’, ‘New Kid in Town’ and the unforgettable title track, plus other greatest hits from across the Eagles’ timeless back catalogue. With decades of experience, outstanding musicianship and a deep love for the music they perform, the Illegal Eagles promise an unforgettable evening.

In partnership with Africa Oyé Bob Marley Reimagined by The London African Gospel Choir

Saturday 18 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£37, £32, £27

Gospel power meets reggae spirit in this unique, soul-stirring live experience. Following their sold-out success with Paul Simon’s Graceland, the London African Gospel Choir bring an exhilarating take on the music of Bob Marley. More than just a tribute, this is a powerful reinterpretation of Marley’s iconic songs, driven by the soulful intensity of gospel vocals and the vibrant energy of the Choir’s outstanding live band. This is Marley reborn through the spiritual fire and rhythmic heartbeat of African gospel music.

Ranagri

Saturday 18 April 8pm

Music Room

£20, £17

Ranagri is an innovative, award-winning Irish/English folk band. With a unique blend of instruments including voices, guitar, bouzouki, flutes, whistles, harp and bodhrán, they create a mesmerising sound. The band has recorded five albums, with their latest release, Tradition II, named by Folk Radio UK as one of 2022’s top 10 albums. They have performed at prestigious venues and festivals across the UK and Europe, bringing music that’ll make you want to dance, smile and shed a tear.

James B Partridge

Sunday 19 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£41.50, £36.50, £34, £31, £28.50

Primary School Bangers brings the joy of school assembly songs back to the stage for a night of pure nostalgic fun. With millions of TikTok views, sold-out tours across the country, and a Glastonbury set so popular the field had to be shut, James has become a true live phenomenon. Come and join the celebration!

ParrJazz presents

Jeremy Sassoon

Sunday 19 April 7.30pm

Music Room

£19, £16

Jeremy is a hugely in-demand singer/pianist. Either solo, or accompanied by his band, he captivates audiences with his natural soulful voice, his charismatic personality and his own arrangements of jazz, blues and soul classics. Tonight, Jeremy brings his quartet to celebrate the release of his brand-new album Older & Wiser. Jeremy has headlined sell out shows at Ronnie Scott’s, performed at the North Sea Jazz Festival, and headlines annually at Berlin’s premier jazz club, A-Trane.

John Jones (Oysterband)

Tuesday 21 April 8pm

Music Room

£24, £21, £19

John Jones is best known as the charismatic singer from Oysterband, veterans of the folk scene who released over 20 albums, played countless festivals, and recorded with revered folk artists. John also released solo albums Rising Road and Never Stop Moving and now he embarks on his next chapter, alongside two long-standing friends and fellow musicians: Ray Cooper a.k.a. Chopper and Al Scott. Together, they’ll perform songs from each of their back catalogues, alongside new material and traditional numbers too.

In partnership with The Tung Auditorium

Police Dog Hogan

Friday 24 April 7.30pm

The Tung Auditorium

£20

Since coming together in 2010, Police Dog Hogan have fused their country-roots-Americana sound to a wholly British sensibility. They’ve recently released their sixth studio album, Lightning Strike, following on the heels of 2022’s Overground, which spent four weeks on the UK folk album chart. With an emotionally powerful, driving country-rock sound featuring guitar, fiddle, banjo, accordion and trumpet, they’ve played dozens of festivals and sold-out shows across the UK and beyond.

The Easy Rollers

10 year anniversary tour

Friday 24 April 8pm

Music Room

£20, £17

Liverpool Acoustic presents ‘Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?’ with The Jesse Janes

Saturday 25 April 3pm & 8pm

Music Room

£18, £15

The Easy Rollers are a septet who embody the famed spirit and consummate virtuosity of today’s booming British jazz scene and bring it straight back to the music’s roots in 1920s and 30s Harlem, Kansas City and New Orleans. The Easy Rollers have established a reputation for delivering performances that channel the dynamism of the Jazz Age at the height of its cultural grandeur, but ensure that this genre is never presented merely as a nostalgic museum piece.

After two barnstorming sold-out performances, The Jesse Janes return with Oh Brother, Where Art Thou? – another unforgettable celebration of Americana. Inspired by the iconic soundtrack from the Coen Brothers’ O Brother, Where Art Thou?, expect stirring renditions of songs by Johnny Cash, Bob Dylan, Emmylou Harris, Alison Krauss, John Prine, Elvis Presley, The Stanley Brothers, Roy Orbison, Jimmie Rodgers and Gillian Welch. Performing beloved covers and original material, they’ll deliver a show that’s both heartfelt and high-energy.

YES

Saturday 25 April 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£152 (VIP), £77, £70, £64

YES will be performing their 1971 classic platinum album Fragile in its entirety, playing such timeless songs as ‘Heart of the Sunrise’, ‘South Side of the Sky’ and the much loved ‘Roundabout’. They’ll also bring a selection of tracks from right across their illustrious catalogue to the stage, from their legendary 70s releases right up to their current album, Mirror To the Sky.

Guy Davis

Sunday 26 April 8pm Music Room

£22, £19

Multi-instrumentalist Guy Davis is a Grammy-nominated musician, actor, author and songwriter. Not ‘just a bluesman’, he’s a troubadour of the folk tradition, blending roots, blues, folk, rock, rap, spoken word and

Alfie Boe

Performing his hits, fan favourites & tracks from his new album Facing Myself

Alfie Boe

Monday 27 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£177 (VIP), £112 (VIP), £82, £72, £57, £39.50

With special guest JESSICA

SWEETMAN

Jethro Tull

Tuesday 28 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£63, £57, £49.50, £44.50

Jethro Tull – one of the most groundbreaking progressive rock bands of all time – deliver music from across their 24-album catalogue, starting with 1968’s This Was through to their acclaimed Curious Ruminant released earlier this year. Now in their 58th year, and still as formidable as they are iconic, over the last few years they’ve released three new albums and toured the world. It’s clear that Ian Anderson remains as committed to the creativity of Jethro Tull as ever.

Blue

Thursday 30 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£87, £77, £67, £57

HSP Presents Katie Nicholas

Thursday 30 April 8pm

Music Room

£16, £13.50, £11

The Blue boys are back! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan make new memories as they release an all-new studio album in January and head back out on the road. Blue are firmly established as one of Britain’s biggest pop forces of the 21st century, with a catalogue of iconic hits including ‘All Rise’, ‘One Love’, ‘Too Close’, ‘If You Come Back’ and ‘Sorry Seems To Be The Hardest Word’, plus another six Top 10 singles.

Award-winning singer-songwriter Katie Nicholas showcases a cluster of musical releases and new and unheard compositions with a fresh sonic soundscape. After the completion of her prolific 50-song Songwriter Diaries series in 2024, Katie celebrates multiple EP releases – from acoustic sessions captured at Nashville’s prestigious Blackbird Studio, to conceptual collections reimagining her most popular tracks. Known for her poetic lyricism, competent crosspicking and disarming presence on stage, Katie Nicholas is a grassroots artist with an ever-changing musical universe.

Christmas Highlights at Liverpool Philharmonic

A Feeling of Christmas with Rebecca Ferguson

Saturday 6 December 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£102 (VIP), £52, £47, £39.50, £34.50

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

A Christmas Gaiety: A Fabulous Festive Extravaganza

Saturday 13 December 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£65, £55, £45, £40, £35, £25

Please note, this concert has an age restriction of 18+ and will contain adult themes.

Join Rebecca and friends to start the celebrations this Christmas. Lighting up Liverpool this December, this festive show will bring the perfect mix of Christmas favourites and dance anthems too. Expect classics such as ‘Santa Baby’, ‘White Christmas’ and ‘The Christmas Song’ accompanied by The Syd Lawrence Orchestra, before Rebecca and her band bring you ‘I Hope’, ‘Backtrack’ plus other hits from her own catalogue, and incredible covers of iconic dance tracks including ‘Ain’t Nobody’, ‘Freed From Desire’ and ‘Show Me Love’. Come along and kick off the festivities in style!

Edwin Outwater conductor Peaches Christ presenter Baga Chipz, Ginger Johnson, Kyran Thrax, Le Gateau Chocolat and Kerry Ellis

Forget those Christmas lights, it’s our Queens shining on stage tonight… Drag sensations Peaches Christ, Baga Chipz, Ginger Johnson, Kyran Thrax, and Le Gateau Chocolat come together with Queen of the West End Kerry Ellis, conductor Edwin Outwater and the Orchestra for a Queer Christmas extravaganza. Together, our stars will werk the Philharmonic Hall stage, serving some shady Christmas roasts, bringing outrageous festive fun and belting Christmas classics as you’ve never heard them before (‘Slay Ride’, anyone?). So whether you’re on the naughty or nice list, gather your friends and chosen family, step into your fiercest festive apparel, and let’s sashay into Christmas!

Post-concert Event: More Christmas Gaiety!

Saturday 13 December 10pm-midnight Music Room

£30

Please note, a ticket for this event does not also grant entry for A Christmas Gaiety: A Fabulous Festive Extravaganza. A separate ticket is needed for the concert.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Spirit of Christmas

Friday 19 December 7.30pm

Saturday 20 December 7.30pm

Monday 22 December 7.30pm*

Tuesday 23 December 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£65, £57, £50, £47, £42, £39, £37, £25

BSL interpretation provided at the 22 December performance only – see page 56 for booking details.

Santa’s Christmas Party

Saturday 20 December 11.30am & 2.30pm*

Sunday 21 December 2.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£30, £19, £16 (adult)

£19, £15, £11 (child)

BSL interpretation provided at the 2.30pm performance on 20 December only – see page 56 for booking details.

A Christmas Gaiety might be over, but let’s keep the party going! Join us in the Music Room after the concert for even more fun and fabulousness… Liverpool’s own It’s Charlie will be your DJ for the night, serving up only the biggest dancefloor anthems and everyone’s favourite Christmas classics. And we’re throwing in a special little festive treat from us – every ticket includes one free drink at the bar. It’s going to be iconic.

Matthew Hamilton conductor

Benjamin Appl baritone/presenter

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir

Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir

Paul Whittaker OBE & Stephen Heselton BSL Interpreters*

They’re the star of the season – our legendary Spirit of Christmas concerts! In the biggest and best celebration in town, we’ll bring you classic carols, seasonal readings, audience singalongs and festive fun, all wrapped up and delivered by the fabulous baritone Benjamin Appl. He’ll be hosting the entire extravaganza and of course treating us to some musical magic along the way… So come along and join Benjamin, Matthew, the Orchestra and our Choirs in Liverpool’s great musical festive tradition – it just wouldn’t be Christmas without it!

Alasdair Malloy presenter

Ellie Slorach conductor

Liverpool Philharmonic Children’s Choirs

Kate Labno BSL Interpreter*

There’s only a few sleeps to go until the big day, but Santa Claus is getting ready to throw his little elves an absolute cracker of a Christmas party – and of course you’re invited! With the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and our Children’s Choirs providing a sparkling soundtrack, get ready for seasonal singalongs, plenty of dancing, and fun and games galore in this family festive extravaganza. RSVP as soon as you can – Santa can’t wait to see you there!

Family concerts are approximately 1 hour long and are designed for 5-10 year olds

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Film Screening

It’s A Wonderful Life (cert U)

Sunday 21 December 7.30pm

Wednesday 24 December 3pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£23, £19, £15, £12

Film Screening

The Muppet Christmas Carol (cert U)

Wednesday 24 December 11am

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£23, £19, £15, £12 (adult)

£20, £16, £12, £9 (child)

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Jurassic Park in Concert

(12A)

Sunday 28 December 2pm & 7pm

Monday 29 December 7pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£65, £55, £45, £40, £35, £25 £18 Under-25s (limited availability)

Director Frank Capra

Starring James Stewart, Donna Reed, Henry Travers

Beset with problems, George Bailey –played by James Stewart – finds his previously happy life falling apart around him on Christmas Eve. His impish guardian angel shows him what his hometown would be like without him, and shocked by what he sees, George begs to return to the problems of the present. Beautifully crafted, its humour and gentleness imbued at times with an almost Dickensian darkness, the film is now a cult classic and one of the most enduring of all Christmas traditions.

Director Brian Henson

Starring Michael Caine

The Muppets reimagine Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol by adding a hilarious and heartfelt touch of Muppet magic. Ebeneezer Scrooge is a wicked, cold-hearted moneylender, angered by the Christmas spirit of his colleague Bob Cratchit (played by Kermit the Frog) and those around him. However, the arrival of the ghosts of Christmases Past, Present and Future teach him to embrace the warmth and good will that comes with Christmas time.

Dirk Brossé conductor

The action-packed adventure pits man against prehistoric predators in the ultimate battle for survival. Featuring visually stunning imagery and groundbreaking special effects, this epic film is sheer movie magic 65 million years in the making. Now audiences can experience Jurassic Park projected in HD with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra performing John Williams’ iconic score live to picture. Welcome... to Jurassic Park.

This performance will be approximately 2.5 hours long and will include an interval.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

New Year’s Eve: Boogie Wonderland

Wednesday 31 December 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£70, £62, £52, £47, £44, £29

BSL interpretation provided at at this performance – see page 56 for booking details.

RGL presents New Year’s Day Proms

Alfonso Casado Trigo conductor

Gloria Onitiri, Ako Mitchell and Nick Shirm vocalists

Amy Lawson BSL Interpreter

2026 might be just around the corner, but tonight we’re heading back to the 70s and straight to the disco… It’s New Year’s Eve – the greatest of all Boogie Nights – so get dressed up in your finest disco attire and join the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra and sensational vocalists for dancefloor fillers such as ‘I Will Survive’, ‘YMCA’, ‘Dancing Queen’, ‘Blame It on the Boogie’, ‘It’s Raining Men’ and more! And the sparkliest of occasions calls for the sparkliest of drinks, so all tickets include a glass of fizz delivered to your seat.

Thursday 1 January 3pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£54, £47, £39, £27, £20.50

Featuring New Year’s Day favourites including: Nessun Dorma Hornpipe

Auld Lang Syne Land of Hope and Glory

Manchester Concert Orchestra

John Andrews conductor

Begin the new year in style with a rousing celebration of classical favourites, uplifting anthems, and beloved operatic gems. Expect a joyful afternoon of stirring music that captures the spirit of the season and sets the perfect tone for the year ahead. Whether you’re a classical aficionado or simply looking to start 2026 on a high note, this spectacular concert promises joy, grandeur and unforgettable musical moments.

Classical Music

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra Messiah

Saturday 10 January 7pm NB start time

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£65, £57, £47, £42, £39, £25

This concert will last approximately 2 hours 35 minutes, including an interval.

Messiah

Laurence Cummings conductor

Fflur Wyn soprano

Reginald Mobley countertenor

Nick Pritchard tenor

George Humphreys baritone

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir

Matthew Hamilton Director of Choirs and Singing

Hallelujah! Handel’s Messiah isn’t just an oratorio, it’s a national treasure. From Ev’ry Valley to For Unto Us a Child is Born, and of course the Hallelujah chorus, everybody already knows some of the tunes, but to hear the whole thing performed live is pretty much as good as music gets. Baroque music expert Laurence Cummings and the full Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir storm the heavens tonight. For many, it’s an annual tradition. Why not make it yours?

Chamber Music

Mark Simpson Wind Ensemble

Wednesday 14 January 7.30pm

The Tung Auditorium

£31

Gary Carpenter Pantomime for 13 winds

Simon Holt Amistad No. 2 for basset

clarinet and bassoon

Mark Simpson Geysir

Mozart Gran Partita

Mark Simpson clarinet/director Wind soloists of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Iceland’s volcanic Geysir is a force of nature – an unstoppable blast of supercharged energy. You could say the same for composer and clarinettist Mark Simpson, and today our Artist in Residence leads his own all-star wind ensemble in a programme that begins with that elemental explosion, and ends with the single greatest piece ever written for 13 wind players. Merseyside composer Gary Carpenter adds his own fantastic homage to Mozart’s masterpiece.

Reginald Mobley © Richard Dumas

Handel

Out

Lunchtime Concert Ensemble of St.Luke’s

Monday 19 January 1pm Music Room

£16, £12

Beyond the Console: The Music of Video

Games

Saturday 24 January 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£65, £55, £45, £40, £35, £25

Mozart String Quartet No.4 in C K157

Verdi String Quartet

Wolf Italian Serenade

Alexander Marks violin

Elizabeth Lamberton violin

Robert Shepley viola

Gethyn Jones cello

Mozart wrote his quartet in Milan whilst working on his opera Lucio Silla, whilst Verdi wrote his string quartet in downtime from overseeing an Aida production in Naples. Meanwhile Hugo Wolf absorbed literary influences for his Italian inspiration.

Prokofiev Suite, The Love for Three Oranges

Dobrinka Tabakova Accordion

Concerto (UK premiere) Co-commission with Stuttgarter Philharmoniker

Rachmaninov Symphony No.3

Andris Poga conductor

Ksenija Sidorova accordion

Thought you knew the accordion? Well, in the hands of Ksenija Sidorova, it takes on magical properties. Her previous visits to Liverpool have been sensational, and now she returns with a brand-new, bespoke showcase by the spectacularly imaginative British-Bulgarian composer, Dobrinka Tabakova. Andris Poga’s welcome return begins with Prokofiev’s cheeky musical fairytale and ends with the bittersweet beauty of Rachmaninov’s Third Symphony – a song of exile by a master of melody. This will be a treat.

Featuring music from: The Legend of Zelda, Final Fantasy, Uncharted, The Last of Us, Fallout 4, The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim and more!

Robert Ames conductor Elle Osili-Wood presenter

BEYOND CONSOLE THE

The Music of Video Games

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Ensemble 10:10

Kaleidoscope –

Ensemble 10:10

Wednesday 28 January 7.30pm

The Tung Auditorium

£22

A grant from the ABO Trust’s Sirens programme (supporting the promotion of music by historical women composers) made this performance possible.

Anna Clyne Within Her Arms

John Adams Shaker Loops

Julia Perry A Short Piece for Orchestra

Mathilde Wantenaar Serenade (UK premiere)

Aaron Breeze The Haçienda (world premiere)

Chloe Rooke conductor

A tapestry of contrast. A whole spectrum of colour. In her Ensemble 10:10 debut, Chloe Rooke pairs John Adams’ ecstatic masterpiece with Anna Clyne’s fragile, yet hauntingly powerful, lament. We see the energy of musical trailblazer Julia Perry captured in gritty, pulsating lyricism, before Mathilde Wantenaar’s creation, serene and enchanting, restores calm – for now. But the night is young, so Aaron Breeze – Highly Commended in the 2024 Rushworth Composition Prize – conjures up a snapshot of a night at a famous club.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Bruckner Symphony No.6

Thursday 5 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£59, £54, £44, £38, £30, £20

Schubert Overture, Die Zauberharfe (Rosamunde)

Saint-Saëns Cello Concerto No.1 Bruckner Symphony No.6

Domingo Hindoyan conductor

Guy Johnston cello

There’s something special about the music of Anton Bruckner – his huge symphonies create a world of towering peaks and glowing vistas that speaks straight to the soul. For Domingo Hindoyan, Bruckner’s symphonies are a passion – “so poetic, so suffused with fresh air, so free in spirit” wrote one critic – and the Sixth Symphony might be the most beautiful of them all. But judge for yourself – and enjoy, too, the sheer flair of British cellist Guy Johnston in Saint-Saëns’ ardent concerto.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Classic FM Hall of Fame

Sunday 8 February 2pm NB start time

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£59, £54, £44, £38, £30, £20

John Williams Main Theme from Star Wars

Grieg Morning and In the Hall of the Mountain King from Peer Gynt

Rodrigo Concierto de Aranjuez Chabrier España

Orff O Fortuna from Carmina Burana

Puccini Humming Chorus from Madame Butterfly

Karl Jenkins Palladio (Allegretto)

Mascagni Intermezzo from Cavalleria rusticana

Verdi Triumphal March and Gloria all’Egitto from Aida

Domingo Hindoyan conductor

Carlotta Dalia guitar

Ritula Shah presenter (Classic FM)

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir

Matthew Hamilton Director of Choirs and Singing

The Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra present the ultimate countdown of the world’s favourite classical music. These are the works that have soundtracked epic moments, that have appeared in beloved films – the pieces you feel you’ve known your entire life. Now,, alongside Classical fm presenter Ritula Shah, superstar international guitarist Carlotta Dalia and the massed voices of the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir, the Orchestra bring them all to life in awe-inspiring symphonic sound. A truly magnificent celebration of so many of the all-time greats.

Close Up Concert

Joana Rodrigues and William Bracken

Monday 9 February 8pm

Music Room

£23, £20

Arvo Pärt Fratres

Messiaen Le baiser de l’Enfant-Jésus from Vingt Regards sur l’Enfant-Jésus

Messiaen Theme and Variations for violin and piano

Beethoven 12 variations on ‘Se vuol ballare’ from Mozart’s Le Nozze di Figaro

Beethoven Violin Sonata No.10 in G major Op.96

Joana Rodrigues violin

William Bracken piano

As we celebrate his 90th birthday this season, Joana Rodrigues and William Bracken take on Arvo Pärt’s Fratres, and also perform heavenly music by Messiaen. These modern classics then make way for virtuosic works by an old master – Ludwig van Beethoven.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Tchaikovsky Symphony No.6, Pathétique

Thursday 12 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£59, £54, £44, £38, £30, £20

Dvořák Overture, Carnival

Anna Clyne Glasslands for saxophone and orchestra

Tchaikovsky Symphony No.6, ‘Pathétique’

Jonathan Bloxham conductor

Jess Gillam saxophone

Pathétique – it’s a funny name for a great symphony. But don’t be misled: it means ‘emotional’, and Tchaikovsky’s heart-rending final masterpiece is exactly that. Conductor Jonathan Bloxham will bring out its drama, its longing and its unforgettable melodies tonight. And he joins saxophone sensation Jess Gillam in a showcase created especially for her, inspired by a terrifying Irish legend – if you’ve heard Gillam on the radio, you’ll already know that she’s great company. But before all that, Dvořák’s Carnival Overture gets us off to a truly exuberant start.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Tchaikovsky Romeo and Juliet

Saturday 14 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£65, £57, £47, £42, £39, £25

At Seat drinks

Pre-order drinks in advance and have them waiting at your seat in the auditorium for your arrival.

Interval drinks

Pre-order your interval drinks at the bar before the performance starts, and your drinks will be waiting for you at the collection point. For

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Mozart with Paul Lewis

Sunday 15 March 2pm NB start time

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£59, £54, £44, £38, £30, £20

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Elgar Serenade for Strings

Thursday 26 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£59, £54, £44, £38, £30, £20

Post-concert Question Timestarts 15 minutes after the concert ends (in the Music Room) with Artist in Residence Mark Simpson, conductor Daniela Candillari and lyricist Melanie Challenger.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Grieg Piano Concerto with Alexandra Dariescu

Sunday 29 March 2pm NB start time

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£59, £54, £44, £38, £30, £20

Debussy Prélude à l’après-midi d’un faune Mozart Piano Concerto No.27 in B-flat K595

Berlioz Symphonie fantastique

Adam Hickox conductor Paul Lewis piano

Take a young composer with a heart full of unrequited love and a head full of wild imaginings. Add bells, witches, guillotines and a super-sized orchestra, and – well, let’s just say that they don’t call it the Symphonie fantastique for nothing. Adam Hickox conducts Berlioz’s extravaganza today, but first, we’ll join Claude Debussy in a garden of otherworldly delights, and Paul Lewis performs Mozart’s final piano concerto. It might be his loveliest.

Elgar Serenade for Strings Mark Simpson The Immortal Sibelius Symphony No.2

Daniela Candillari conductor Rory Musgrave baritone* EXAUDI vocal ensemble

When you find your voice, you’ve got to make it heard. Sibelius poured all the hopes and fears of a new nation into a Second Symphony that flows and swells like a mighty river – crowned with a tune you’ll never forget. In 2015, Artist in Residence Mark Simpson astonished the world when he premiered his supernatural oratorio, The Immortal. With the help of conductor Daniela Candillari and a star vocal line, he’s bringing it home tonight. The evergreen favourite Serenade for Strings by Elgar sets off the evening.

Barber Overture, The School for Scandal Grieg Piano Concerto Sibelius Symphony No.2

Daniela Candillari conductor Alexandra Dariescu piano

Sibelius’ Second Symphony begins with a gentle pulse and a playful little tune. By the end, it’s reaching for the stars – an awe-inspiring soundscape, complete with ringing trumpets and a melody for the ages. But any concert is a journey, and Daniela Candillari is your guide on an adventure that begins with Samuel Barber in 1930s America and sees pianist Alexandra Dariescu return to Liverpool for Grieg’s hugely popular Piano Concerto. You’ll know it when you hear it!

Lunchtime Concert

Last Few Tickets Haydn The Seven Last Words of Christ Trad. (arr. Danish String Quartet) Easter Sunday - Polsk after Rasmus Storm

Liverpool String Quartet

Monday 30 March 1pm Music Room

£16, £12

Chamber Music

Chaos String Quartet: Wiener Blut

Sunday 19 April 2.30pm

The Tung Auditorium

£31

Supported by

Schubert String Quartet No.10 in E-flat major, D87

Webern String Quartet, Op.28

Korngold String Quartet No.2 in E-flat major, Op.26

Chaos String Quartet

‘No superlatives can do it justice. It simply has to be heard.’ – Music Web International

Chaos doesn’t have to mean mayhem – it can contain unbounded energy and limitless creative possibilities. That’s certainly the case with these four young string players, who’ve made quite a stir since they were chosen as BBC New Generation Artists in 2023. Hear why today, as they dive headlong into two centuries of Viennese music for string quartet: a dizzying, dazzling whirl of lilting tunes, sumptuous waltzes and glinting modernist colours.

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir A Choral Celebration

Thursday 23 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£40, £35, £25, £15

Rossini Petite messe solennelle Works performed by the Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir

Matthew Hamilton conductor

Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir

Rossini wrote his magnificent Petite messe solennelle towards the end of his life and a whole 30 years after he wrote his operas. Tonight, you’ll hear it in all its glory in this ‘a cappella’ choral concert. Our Liverpool Philharmonic Youth Choir will also take to the stage before the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir perform a new work by 2024 Rushworth Composition Prize winner and Choir member, Andrew Barney.

Andrew Barney If It Were For Peace (Commissioned for the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Choir)

Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra

Tchaikovsky Symphony No.5

Sunday 26 April 2pm NB start time

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£59, £54, £44, £38, £30, £20

Rimsky-Korsakov Russian Easter Festival Overture

Prokofiev Piano Concerto No.2

Tchaikovsky Symphony No.5

Domingo Hindoyan conductor

Alim Beisembayev piano

Sparks fly when Chief Conductor Domingo Hindoyan teams up with Kazakh keyboard dynamo Alim Beisembayev, returning to Liverpool once again after his win at the 2021 Leeds International Piano Competition. Prepare for the grand passions and endless melodies of Tchaikovsky’s Fifth Symphony, a glittering celebration from RimskyKorsakov and – right at the centre of things – the unique chemistry of Hindoyan and Beisembayev in a concerto that Prokofiev forged in the fires of revolution.

Ensemble 10:10

Reich and Adams: American Giants –Ensemble 10:10

Wednesday 29 April 7.30pm

The Tung Auditorium

£22

Josephine Stephenson In Time Like Air (UK premiere)

John Adams Gnarly Buttons

Steve Reich Reich/Richter

George Jackson conductor

Mark Simpson clarinet

Two iconic American contemporary masters meet tonight. John Adams’ work travels through musical history, and the composer’s own history too, and is brought to life tonight by Artist in Residence Mark Simpson. Then, it’s one of the great Steve Reich’s most remarkable recent works – cool, elegant music inspired by art and written for film. Before that, George Jackson kicks off his Ensemble 10:10 debut with the beautiful, unique voice of the multi-genre composer Josephine Stephenson.

Family & Variety

RGL presents Glenn Miller Orchestra

Sunday 11 January 3pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£41, £38, £34, £27, £19

The Very Best of Frankie Valli - Starring Peter Andre

Thursday 29 January 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£102 (VIP), £53, £47, £42

The Glenn Miller Orchestra brings the spirit of the 1940s to life, celebrating the big band sound of Glenn Miller and the golden age of swing with wartime chart-toppers and beloved hits. Special guest Ray McVay will join the orchestra on stage, and there’ll be special touches to offer a truly immersive experience of this nostalgic era. Swing along with the UK’s most celebrated big band and relive the music that defined an era. Step back in time with timeless music, thrilling performances, and unforgettable memories.

Starring Peter Andre, get ready for a spectacular celebration of timeless music from one of the biggest-selling groups of all time. Expect all your favourites including ‘Sherry’, ‘My Eyes Adored You’, ‘Big Girls Don’t Cry’, ‘Can’t Take My Eyes Off You’ and many more. Featuring a supporting cast of performers from smash-hit West End musicals, The Best of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons will leave you saying ‘Oh, What A Night!’

Under-5s Concerts: Magic Forest

Saturday 21 February 1pm & 2.45pm Music Room

£13 (adult and child)

£6 (6-12 months)

Tickets for under-6 months are free but must be booked in advance with an adult ticket.

Join presenter Claire Henry and musicians from the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra as they take you on a journey through an enchanted forest. Claire might need some magical help along the way!

Family Concert: Woodland Wanderers

Sunday 8 March 2.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£24, £17, £15 (adult)

£16, £14, £10 (child)

Family concerts are designed for 5-10 year olds, but all the family are welcome!

Tickets for children under 18 months are free, but must be booked in advance.

Family Concerts are approximately one hour long without an interval.

BSL interpretation provided at this performance – see page 56 for booking details.

St Mary’s College Festival of Music

Saturday 21 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£17

Here We Go Gathering Cups in May

Friday 27 March 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£42, £37, £32

Programme to include:

Beethoven Symphony No.6, ‘Pastoral’: Movement 1

Dai Wei The Dancing Moonlight Vaughan Williams The Wasps, Overture

Doyle Music from Brave

Lucy Drever presenter

Charlotte Corderoy conductor

Kate Labno BSL Interpreter

Muddy puddles, creepy crawlies, and maybe even a few furry friends – follow the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra as they set off on a magical, musical nature trail. Whether it’s the bottom of the garden, or the woods round the corner, there’s always something to discover when you step into nature, and today our Orchestra brings the outdoors inside with a spectacular showcase of works inspired by the countryside. So put on your wellies, and let’s have an adventure!

St. Mary’s College, Crosby deliver another showcase of the musical talents of its pupils. The concert will feature gifted soloists and musical ensembles including the College’s award-winning Symphony Orchestra, Symphonic Wind Band, Stage Band, Chamber Choir and Preparatory School Concert Choir. Presenting a musical journey through time, these talented young musicians will perform works including Rimsky-Korsakov’s Scheherazade and Capriccio Espagnol, the William Tell Overture by Rossini, extracts from Hairspray and the symphonic suite from Star Wars.

Presented by Peter McDowall and featuring Reds legends Phil Thompson, Alan Kennedy and Jimmy Case plus singing narrator Marc Kenny, this is the story of Liverpool in Europe. From Shankly to Klopp, on the wine in Gay Paree to jelly legs in Rome, that night in Istanbul and Divock in Madrid, when the Reds go Gathering Cups in May, the fans go gathering stories and songs. Our finest tales from days in Europe, all told in one night.

Comedy & Spoken Word

Dead Ringers

The 25th Anniversary Tour

Friday 30 January 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£40, £34

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

To mark its 25th anniversary, BBC Radio 4’s legendary, multi-awardwinning topical satire show takes to the road. Starring long-standing cast members Jon Culshaw, Jan Ravens, Lewis MacLeod and Duncan Wisbey, the show will take you on a trip through a quarter century of classic sketches and unrivalled impressions, alongside the series’ trademark razor-sharp topical humour.

Bridget Christie

Saturday 31 January 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£32.50, £26.50

Age guidance 14+

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

“One of the brightest and best around.” – The Independent

A kidney stone. A stray cat. An eye-themed fetish. Bridget Christie –creator and star of Channel 4’s The Change, Taskmaster legend, and Annie in BBC’s Ghosts – hits the road again with a brand-new show.

Jacket Potato Pizza

Janina Ramirez‘Legenda’ In Conversation

Friday 6 February 7.30pm Music Room

£47, £26, £23.50, £18.50

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Serena Terry Therapy

Saturday 7 February 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£33, £27

Age guidance 14+

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Vittorio Angelone: you can’t Say Nothing any more

Friday 13 February 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£34.50, £28.50, £23, £19.50

Age guidance 14+

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Ross Noble

Cranium of Curiosities

Wednesday 25 February 8pm Liverpool Philharmonic Hall £38, £32

Age guidance 15+

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

In Legenda, historian Professor Janina Ramirez peels back the layers of time to reveal how the identities of women have been co-opted by those intent on crafting national identities. Their names are well-known, but medieval women like Joan of Arc and Lady Godiva have been misrepresented, while other ground-breaking women have been forgotten. Tonight, best-selling author, presenter, lecturer and researcher Professor Ramirez questions established narratives and searches for the real women behind the legends.

This event will also feature an audience Q&A and book signing.

With sell-out tours and having created viral sensation Mammy Banter, comedian Serena Terry should have been feeling on top of the world, but instead, she found herself in the middle of depression. After a hiatus and an exhaustive list of therapies, she’s back to her best! Still medicated, still perimenopausal and a little bit mentally unstable, but functioning and ready to tell you about her journey to recovery and the life-altering events that came in between.

Vittorio Angelone has always denied any involvement in stand-up comedy or standup comedy related activities. Despite this, after two completely sold-out tours, he’s heading back on the road with a brand-new show. One of the fastestrising names in comedy, Vittorio has built a loyal and attractive following. He co-hosts Mike & Vittorio’s Guide to Parenting with fellow comedian Mike Rice, and is a co-creator of Fin vs The Internet. As seen online, unless your algorithm hasn’t blessed you thusly.

Roll up, roll up! He is the Wizard of Waffle, The Rambler Royale, The Noodlers’ Noodler, and now Ross Noble is back live on stage to tour a tornado of tangents. What the show will be about is anybody’s guess, but that’s all part of the fun when you look inside his Cranium of Curiosities.

Two Mr Ps in a Podcast: Live – Let That Be A Lesson…

Saturday 28 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£35.50, £29.50

Age guidance 18+

Join the Two Mr Ps as they take their awardwinning podcast back on the road! Prepare for an evening filled with laughter as they share hilarious stories and anecdotes about the challenges teachers, parents and school staff face while working with the most unintentionally funny comedians of all – children. Drawing from their uproarious classroom experiences, as well as the most embarrassing, cringeworthy and downright hilarious tales from educators across the UK, you’ll be laughing until your cheeks hurt.

The nation’s favourite clairvoyant medium and star of Peter Kay’s Phoenix Nights, Clinton Baptiste is back with a new live show! In a rudderless world, mankind needs an envoy to gather solutions from the all-knowing Afterlife. But who should it be? Of course, there’s only one man for the job – Clinton Baptiste. Receiving the audiences’ queries and earthbound dilemmas, Clinton will then reach out to spirits for answers. He will probe sensitively. Spiritual connection. Mystical congress… Spectral Intercourse.

ONE, TWO OR THREE COURSES

Wednesday to Saturday 12pm-5:30pm

Janine Harouni

Saturday 7 March 7.30pm

Music Room

£18

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Two-time Edinburgh Comedy Award nominee and ‘unstoppably entertaining’ ( The Times), Janine Harouni hits the road with a brandnew, joyful stand-up show. Fresh off a world tour, the New York native returns with a razor-sharp show about marriage, parenting, and all the other wonderful milestones that slowly degrade your sleep and sanity. With over 100 million views online, an Amazon Prime special, and regular TV appearances, Harouni is one of the most electric comics working today.

Alison Spittle

Sunday 8 March 7.30pm Music Room

£18

Age guidance 14+

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Following an award-winning sold-out run at the Edinburgh Fringe, Alison Spittle is touring “her finest show to date” (The Scotsman). A man told Alison to sit down and now she’s doing a whole stand up show about it. After an encounter with a man on a train triggers a series of events that change Alison’s life, she ponders if it’s easier to change herself than the world around her. This is a big show about making yourself smaller.

Harry Enfield and No Chums

Monday 9 March 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£52, £46.99, £38.99, £32

Age guidance 18+

Join us for a rare and entertaining evening with legendary satirical comedian and self-styled ‘stupid idiot’, Harry Enfield. From the meteoric rise of Loadsamoney, a Thatcherite Visionary, to the fury of Kevin the Teenager, Harry will reflect on 40 years of arsing about in comedy and bring some of his favourite characters vividly back to life on stage. Then it’s over to your questions! Don’t miss an unforgettable evening with a brilliantly silly and strikingly insightful comedian.

The Eternal Shame of Sue Perkins

Wednesday 11 March 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£36, £30

Age guidance 16+

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

You may know her as Bake-Off Sue, Taskmaster Sue or Just A Minute Sue – but stand-up Sue is full of surprises. In her first live show in over a decade, she shares the unlikely happenings from a career in the spotlight. What happens when your pituitary gland goes haywire on live TV? And when intimate photos get splashed all over the internet, how do you switch the shame to dignity and joy?

The Extra Mile: An Evening With Kevin Sinfield

Monday 30 March 7.45pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£54 (VIP), £40, £34

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Kevin Sinfield is one of rugby league’s most successful players, having won championships and Challenge Cup successes with great teams. He’s also earned individual accolades including a CBE for services to motor neurone disease awareness – of course, he was a great friend of Rob Burrow, sharing victories and facing challenges together. Kevin’s achieved everything with an amazing mindset and humbleness, and now we have the pleasure of hearing all about it. A night of inspiration, motivation and leadership awaits.

Chris McCausland Yonks!

Saturday 11 April 8pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£38, £32

Age guidance 16+

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Following his sold-out shows in 2025, Chris returns with Yonks! You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Last Leg, and tons more as well. He’s been called an “overnight success” – even though he’s been doing this for bloody yonks! Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making.

Film

Film with Live Orchestra

Twilight in Concert (cert 12)

Monday 9 February 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£72.50, £52.50, £42.50, £32.50

Film with Live Band

Jim Henson’s

Labyrinth

In

Concert

Friday 17 April 7.30pm

Liverpool Philharmonic Hall

£78.50, £72.50, £52.50, £42.50, £32.50

Experience Twilight as never before with this breathtaking live-tofilm event. With over a thousand twinkling candles illuminating the stage, a 12-piece ensemble of outstanding rock and orchestral musicians will perform the film’s beloved score in perfect harmony with a full cinematic screening of the movie. You’ll be transported into the heart of the story, reliving all the romance, passion and excitement. Whether you’re already a fan or discovering Twilight for the first time, this is an unmissable event.

Starring the iconic David Bowie, fans will be transported to Goblin City in an exciting fusion of film and live music in Jim Henson’s Labyrinth: In Concert. Celebrating the film’s 40th anniversary, experience the iconic world of Jim Henson’s Creature Shop on the big screen, and immerse yourself in the film’s unique soundtrack and memorable melodies, featuring original Bowie songs like ‘Magic Dance’, ‘Underground’ and ‘As the World Falls Down’.

How to Book

Online: liverpoolphil.com

Telephone: 0151 709 3789

In Person: Liverpool Philharmonic Hall, Hope Street, Liverpool, L1 9BP

For opening times, visit liverpoolphil.com/get-tickets

For directions, public transport and parking details, as well as information on refreshments, access and FAQs, visit liverpoolphil.com/plan-your-visit

Ticket prices may vary, subject to demand.

British Sign Language

We’re delighted to offer British Sign Language interpretation on a selection of events. To book, please email Box Office at ticketing@liverpoolphil.com or call 0151 709 3789 for further details on how to book the most suitable seats.

Booking Fees

Online & Phone: 10% per ticket administrative fee. A £2.50 postage fee will be applied on all orders if opting for postal delivery.

In person: No charge

Tickets may include a venue restoration levy included in the ticket price. This fee supports building investment at the Grade II-listed Liverpool Philharmonic Hall.

£10 tickets

For most Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra performances, under-25s, students and those in receipt of Universal Credit or Jobseekers’ Allowance can purchase tickets for just £10.

£10 tickets can be purchased from Box Office in person, by phone on 0151 709 3789 or online.

Proof of eligibility required on collection.

For more information and the latest updates on what to expect during your visit to Liverpool Philharmonic, please visit liverpoolphil.com/FAQs

December

January

February

Mon 16 7.30pm The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III 11

Mon 16 8pm Andy Fairweather Low & The Lowriders 11

Tue 17 8pm Andy Fairweather Low & The Lowriders 11 Wed 18 8pm Tarren and the National Youth Folk Ensemble 11 Thu 19 7.30pm Ravel Mother Goose Suite 39 Fri