What’s On at The Atkinson this week with Cinderella opening and last chance to see Windrush exhibition

Final Chance!

Windrush: Our Story, Our Community

Until Saturday 18 January 2025.
Free Entry.

The Windrush generation and their legacy.

Did you know that the Windrush generation made a significant impact on our local community? Do you know the impact of the Windrush Scandal?

This project celebrates the contribution of the Windrush generation and their descendants to our community, from healthcare to arts and culture.

Hear first-hand accounts of their experiences and challenges. Meet the people behind the stories, through photography by Ean Flanders and video by Christopher Chadwick. This thought-provoking exhibition explores the Windrush journey, and showcases original material borrowed from the participants.

Guest curators: Southport African Caribbean Heritage Association

Lunchtime Talk:

An Alchemy for the Afterlife: A talk by Zahed Taj-Eddin

Wednesday 15 January 2025
1:00 pm
The Atkinson – Studio
Free. Donations welcome.

Join Zahed to learn the story about the current Shabti invasion around The Atkinson and of the things that influence and inspire him

Born in Aleppo, Syria, Zahed possesses a deep fascination with history and ancient art. His sculptures are shaped by the echoes of archaeology, mythology, and the timeless beauty of ancient artifacts. Having worked on numerous archaeological digs across the Middle East, his hands have unearthed fragments of ancient ceramics and glass, studied their mysteries, and, in turn, felt compelled to craft forms that resonate with sublime simplicity and truth.

This talk will be followed by a short artist-led tour around the exhibition.

It’s Panto Time! (Oh, yes it is!)

Cinderella: A Modern Family Pantomime

Opening Night – Thursday 16 January 2025: 7:30pm 
Saturday 18 January 2025: 2pm  & 7:30pm 
Sunday 19 January 2025: 2pm 
Thursday 23 January 2025: 7:30pm 
Friday 24 January 2025: 7:30pm 
Saturday 25 January 2025: 2pm  & 7:30pm 
Sunday 26 January 2025: 11:30am  & 4:30pm 

The stage is set, and Cinderella is at home, dutifully dusting, unaware that her life is about to take a magical turn.

Her wicked stepsisters are up to their usual mischief, making her life miserable. Get ready to meet these troublesome duo and let the boos and hisses fly!

All Souls Dramatic Club have been performing at The Atkinson since the mid 1970s and promise to bring a spectacular and magical pantomime.

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Did You Know?

You can enjoy unlimited weekend daily travel for £2 with Merseyrail.

Enjoy unlimited weekend daily travel between any of Merseyrail’s 69 stations for just £2 in January. Why not start the new year by gliding into the city centre to explore local landmarks or to catch the January sales?

The opportunities this offer brings are endless, start afresh and head on out there.

The Atkinson is only a 3 minute walk away from Southport Train Station. Hop on board and come along!