What’s On at The Atkinson in Southport: Zog and the Flying Doctors, Peatbog Faeries, Summer Reading Challenge and more

Cake & Classical Music

Calderbank Duo

Monday 8 July, 12:30pm
£13

Duets for violin and viola are not often performed. Today is a great opportunity to explore some of the repertoire with Pam and Allison. Ticket price includes a hot drink and a piece of cake. Refreshments served from 12:30pm. Performance starts at 1pm.

Children’s Theatre

Zog and the Flying Doctors

Tuesday 9 July: 4:30pm
Wednesday 10 July: 10:30am & 4:30pm
£14 / £13 Groups 10+ (Recommended Age 3+)

Based on Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s bestselling sequel, Freckle Productions return to The Atkinson for another ROARsome adventure!

Object of the Month

Eternal Summer: Paintings by Philip Connard
A talk by Stephen Whittle

Wednesday 10 July, 1pm
Free. Donations welcome.

The Atkinson’s Principal Manager Stephen Whittle brings together representative examples of Philip Connard’s many achievements, putting the work of this multi-faceted artist back into the spotlight

Live Music

Peatbog Faeries

Thursday 11 July, 7:30pm
£24

Hailing from the Isle of Skye, the legendary Scottish trailblazers have created a glorious mixture of traditional sounds and dance-floor grooves. Drawing upon a dazzling myriad of influences from jigs and reels through dance music, jazz, African, and more, they bring the sound of Scotland fresh-faced and breathless to new audiences around the world.

Local Dance Company

CREÓ Goes Around the World

Saturday 13 July, 7pm
£15 / £12.50 Under 10s.

CREŌ Dance Company is venturing around the world taking you on a performance journey to remember. From the excitement at the Moulin Rouge, to Cuba for a fiesta, to blasting off to The Moon!

Southport Library

Launching at Southport Library on 6 July 2024!

Take on the Summer Reading Challenge! This year is about getting CREATIVE. Music, junk-modelling, photography, dancing, story-writing… the possibilities are endless. Discover fantastic new books, unlock rewards along the way, and achieve something amazing this summer. Sign up at Southport Library!

Shop

On display in the Foyer

Face-to-Face

This new exhibition of portraits depicts members of the Armed Forces community in the Southport area. It encompasses members of The Royal Navy, Army, Royal Air Force, both regular and reserve, Royal Fleet Auxiliary and Ministry of Defence.

RAuxAF 100: The Story of 611 Squadron

On 9th October, 1924, King George V signed the Air Order-in Council establishing the Auxiliary Air Force. (now the Royal Auxiliary Air Force). This year, 2024, the Force celebrates its Centenary, and it is referred to as RAuxAF 100.

Southport Flower Show

Celebrating 100 years of Southport Flower Show

Tickets for Southport Flower Show can be purchased over the counter at The Atkinson by visiting our Box Office, Shop or Library. Local residents with a PR8 / PR9 postcode can purchase tickets for £18, just bring proof of address with you. Full price tickets are £26. Visitors are in for a special treat this year, as the show celebrates its centenary year!