WHAT’S ON... July August

Adam Rowe

July 10 - 13• The Jacaranda

Scouse stand-up comedian, Live at the Apollo regular and podcaster Adam Rowe is doing a mini tour of work in progress gigs to test out material ahead of his actual What’s Wrong With Me? dates, and that takes him back to the Jacaranda Club on Slater Street for four summer nights. He’ll also be bringing some mates with him to try out new jokes.

Liverpool Theatre Festival

July 20 - 30 • St Luke’s Bombed Out Church

The fourth annual Liverpool Theatre Festival returns to Liverpool’s Bombed Out Church, with 11 days of shows including Sober Companion starring Joe McGann and Jake Norton, Fred The Musical, Viva Tenori – A Celebration Of The Three Tenors, Whatever Happened To Billy Kenny, Perfectly Frank, Magic Gareth: Level Up and a tribute to the empress of soul, Gladys Knight …The Story.

ROMEO & JULIET

August 3 • Knowsley Hall

The Lord Chamberlain’s Men, with a history stretching back to Shakespeare himself, will be performing the timeless love story, Romeo & Juliet, in the beautiful gardens of Knowsley Hall. One of the UK’s best touring theatre companies presents the play as Shakespeare first saw it acted – in the open air, by an all-male cast and with Elizabethan costumes, music and dance.

Ricky Gervais

July 20 • M&S Bank Arena

Along with his award-winning TV series and taking down celebs at awards ceremonies, Ricky Gervais is known for his no-holds-barred stand-up tours. They’re definitely not for the easily offended and his latest one, Armageddon, is no exception. Netflix has already bought the rights, so this is a chance to see it live before it makes it onto the streaming service.

Modello On The Mersey

22 July • Pier Head

Experience the River Mersey and Liverpool’s breathing waterfront like never before with a boat party in Liverpool’s striking Dazzle Ferry. Starting by Pier Head dock, cruise along the rippling water with sets from resident DJ’s Charlie Kidd, Eon and Rhythm Inc before heading back as the sun sets over the water.

Miles Kane

August 11 • Hangar 34

Miles Kane was one of the big crowd draws on Liverpool night at the Eurovision Village alongside The Lightning Seeds and now he’s back in the city for a more intimate gig at Hangar 34 in the Baltic Triangle. Known for his solo career as well as work with The Last Shadow Puppets and The Rascals, expect a signature blend of rock and roll, indie and pop.