Lots to enjoy at The Atkinson in Southport with Ground Rules, Libraries Week, Swan Lake and more

Libraries Week: 2-8 October 2023

In 2023, Libraries Week becomes Green Libraries Week! Find out why using a library is eco friendly by clicking the link below.

Cake & Classical Music: Mozart Gran Partita

Monday 2 October 2023
12:30 pm – 1:45 pm
The Atkinson – Studio Clubstyle
£13

A special treat today: a masterpiece in seven movements for 12 winds and double bass, conducted by Edward Peak.

Refreshments served from 12:30pm. Performance starts at 1pm.

Swan Lake

Tuesday 3 October 2023
7:30 pm – 9:30 pm
The Atkinson – Theatre
£25 / £23 concessions / £18 under 16s.

Swan Lake is full of mystery and romance and has captured the imagination of generations over the years and it continues to attract worldwide audiences, young and old. A wonderful evening out and memories which you will cherish long after the final curtain falls!

Henry Blundell and his collection of Roman sculptures. A talk by Dr Chrissy Partheni

Wednesday 4 October 2023
7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The Atkinson – Museum & Galleries
Free for members / £5 for public. Pay cash on the door.

Join the antiquities curator of World Museum to find out about Henry Blundell and his collection of Roman sculptures, his thoughts and taste for Roman art, important details and hidden stories of certain works.

Grateful Fred’s: Americana & Roots Music

Wednesday 4 October 2023
7:30 pm
The Atkinson – Studio Clubstyle
Advance £13 / Doors £15

On the first Wednesday of every month, join the Fredhead’s at The Atkinson for a wonderful night of live acoustic music.

7.30pm – The Silver Freds
8.00pm – Mark Pountney
8.40pm – Interval
9.00pm – Pierre Schryer & Sean Gray

National Poetry Day

Thursday 5 October 2023
6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
The Atkinson Library
£5 – Tickets available from Southport Library.

Each year we come together for National Poetry Day because voices, words and stories help to bridge understanding in our community. This year, the theme is Refuge. At Southport Library, local writer Gillian Floyd will be sharing her poetry.

£5. Ticket price includes a hot drink and a piece of cake.
Please contact Southport Library to book.
0151 934 2118 / southport.library@sefton.gov.uk

Eric Chapelle’s Ground Rules

Thursday 5 October 2023
7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
The Atkinson – Theatre
£17.50 / £15 concessions.

Eric Chapelle’s final play ‘Ground Rules’ is a thought-provoking production that delves into human relationships, trust, and love. A captivating exploration of the human condition, Eric Chappell’s comedy is by turns hilarious and poignant, preposterous and touching. By the end, nobody’s relationships – or perhaps even partners – will ever be the same again!

Ukulele Lending Library: Launch Day

Saturday 7 October 2023
11:00 am – 2:00 pm
Southport Library at The Atkinson
Free, drop in event. Donations welcome.

Find out how you can loan a Ukulele from Southport Library the same way you would loan a book. Enjoy a jam session and gain access to music and connect with your local community.

Hot Water Comedy Club All Stars

Saturday 7 October 2023
8:00 pm – 10:30 pm
The Atkinson – Studio
£20. Age 18+

The world famous Hot Water Comedy Club bring their legendary triple headline shows to The Atkinson, Southport. Expect the very best in live stand-up comedy.

New Exhibition

The Palette Club Invitation Exhibition

30 September – 35 November 2023
Free Entry. Monday – Saturday. 10am – 4pm.

The Palette Club’s fifth Invitation Exhibition presents artists who were selected to display work through The Palette Club in the 2023 Sefton Open. Artworks are available to purchase.

Shop

Shop Picks

Over the past 20 years, artist Bev Bush has created her style and techniques working with watercolour and mixed media. Her coastal themed scarves and pouches are the perfect accessory for a Sefton resident to wear with pride!

Monday – Saturday. 10am – 4pm.

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