St George's Hall to host series of special events to celebrate its 170 year anniversary

Liverpool’s iconic St George’s Hall is to host a series of special events to celebrates its 170^th anniversary this summer.

Under the banner – It’s Yours! – St George’s Hall, which has provided the backdrop for many of the city’s biggest moments, is hosting a programme of cultural events echoing famous eras of the past two centuries.

‘SGH170’ brings together the old and new, blending the rich heritage of one of the city’s cultural crown jewels with an exciting programme of music, comedy and more including new commissions and performances in new spaces.

Key events include:

EONARIUM Enlightenment:

The Great Hall, 6^th July – 29^th September

Times: Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays 3pm – 8.30pm. Sundays 10am – 3.30pm.

Explore the four seasons through a breathtaking visual and auditory experience, and immerse yourself in a unique perspective of spring, summer, autumn and winter. During this 30-minute spectacle, let yourself be enchanted by the iconic melodies of Vivaldi’s “Four Seasons” accompanied by spectacular visuals.

The Jacaranda’s Rock N’ Roll Circus:

The Concert Room,Thursday 1^st August

Performed by a local band of talented singer/ songwriters, The Jacaranda’s Rock N’ Roll Circus official line-up includes Paul Nazole, Bobby West, John Ellwand, Nick East, Naomi Campbell, Dylan Cassin, Tom Lane, Ellis Murphy, Reid Anderson, Fiona Lennon, Jonny Taylor, Ben Cass, Joe ‘The Blow’ Corby, Rowan Reid, Zak Langford-Do, Sean Dagnall, Curtis Stone and Kenny Stuart.

Comedy in the Concert Room:

The Concert Room, Friday 2^nd August

Join us for an evening of laughter in the iconic concert room of St George’s Hall as we celebrate the venues 170th anniversary! Featuring Liverpool’s own Adam Rowe plus Live at the Apollo favourites Josh Pugh and Laura Lexx and hosted by award-winnning comedian Sam Avery.

The Narrative:

The Concert Room, Tuesday 6^th August
The Narrative is a songwriter showcase and networking event featuring 3 incredible songwriters telling the stories behind their songs and performing ‘in the round’. This August, the spotlight will be on local musicians, ZUZU, KOF and MT Jones.

The Wombat Jazz Festival:

The Concert Room, Sunday 1^st September

The Wombat Jazz Festival, the first of its kind in Liverpool, brings together a selection of the best jazz in the city and will debut at the iconic St George’s Hall. The all-day event will see performances from Andrew Ibi, David Kayode, plus a headline set from The Grapes Band with Ni Maxine. More local legends to be announced.

St Georges Hall Beer Festival - Drinks — Credit: St Georges Hall

St George Hall was opened in 1854, after 16 years of construction. Its design was a result of two sperate competitions to create a court and concert space. The winning architect, Harvey Lonsdale Elmes, was aged just 25 years old.

Charles Dickens performed on several occasions in the Hall, giving readings of A Christmas Carol. The venue also recently witnessed popstar Will I Am give an impromptu performance on its Henry Willis Organ.

The building has been at the city’s civic heart hosting victory parades for the city’s two football clubs, acting as the vigil site in the wake of John Lennon’s murder and for the Hillsborough Inquest announcement in 2016.

St George’s Hall has also provided a stunning platform for celebrations such as the opening night of the city’s year as European Capital of Culture in 2008 and for the launch of Eurovision last May, as well as Hollywood blockbuster films like Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them and The Batman.

Reopened on St George’s Day in 2007 by the then Prince Charles, after a £23m makeover, the neo-classical building is now a key events space and regularly hosts weddings.