What's On at The Atkinson this week with Sleeping Beauty new Keith Grant art exhibition and more

As we head towards Christmas, there is lots to enjoy at The Atkinson in Southport this week – including the new Sleeping Beauty panto!

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Panto Magic Continues!New Exhibition Free events Shop Just Announced…

International artist Keith Grant opens his first British exhibition at The Atkinson on Saturday (14th December 2024).

There are free events including: Southport Strings Ensemble; The Atkinson Wellbeing Choir; plus Story & Rhyme Time, while you can discover great festive gifts in The Atkinson shop.

Panto Magic Continues!

Got Your Tickets Yet?

We’re thrilled to announce that we’re now into the first full week of Sleeping Beauty, and the magic is in full swing!

From dazzling performances to spellbinding moments, this is a show that promises to captivate audiences of all ages.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of the most enchanting experience in all the land—secure your tickets and let the fairytale unfold before your eyes!

This Week’s Availability:

Sunday 8 December: 1pm ️ / 5:30pm
Tuesday 10 December: 7pm
BEST AVAILABILITY Wednesday 11 December: 7pm
BEST AVAILABILITY Thursday 12 December: 7pm
Friday 13 December: 7pm
Saturday 14 December: 1pm ️ / *5:30pm ️

*Relaxed performance.

Join Us In Panto Land!

New Exhibition

Keith Grant Beyond Silence, 1989 Oil on canvas, 68.5 x 118 cm, Private Collection © photographer, Richard Gray

Elemental Nature: Keith Grant

Saturday 14 December 2024 – Saturday 15 March 2025
Free Entry. Monday – Saturday. 10am – 4pm.Keith Grant (b. Liverpool, 1930) is a renowned artist inspired by nature. Fascinated by northern landscapes from a young age, he painted Iceland and Norway’s glaciers and aurora borealis. His travels also took him to tropical and desert regions, including French Guiana, Cameroon, and Israel, capturing rainforests, sand, and rock. Now 95, he resides in Norway, continuing to paint with vigor.

The Atkinson showcases two of his works, celebrating his Southport roots. He studied at Bootle School of Art and debuted as a professional there. This exhibition highlights his 70-year career with paintings and working drawings, marking his first UK gallery show since a 1994 Fitzwilliam Museum retrospective.

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Free events

The Atkinson Wellbeing Choir

Every Tuesday. 10am.

Story & Rhyme Time

Every Wednesday. 11:30am.

Southport Strings Ensemble

Saturday 14 December 2024
10:30 am – 12:30 pm
The Atkinson – Museum & Galleries
Free, drop in event. Donations welcome.

Enchanting Christmas melodies fill The Atkinson’s Art Gallery.

Join us for a heartwarming and festive morning of string music from Southport Strings Ensemble (Juniors).

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It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas…

This week, we’re embracing the festive spirit with our theme: “It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas!”

Every item showcased has been thoughtfully crafted by our talented local makers, ensuring each piece is unique, heartfelt, and perfect for the season.

Celebrate the joy of supporting local artisans while discovering beautifully handcrafted gifts and decorations to make your holidays truly special. From charming ornaments to cosy treasures, there’s something magical for everyone. Let’s make this Christmas a celebration of community and creativity!