Lunar New Year
In The Absence of Formal Ground. Digital Window Gallery exhibition at Open Eye Gallery
Formed through a series of connections made through the East and South East Asian Network in Liverpool, the work spotlights three performance artists, exploring how we define our own ways of moving and the importance of building from the ground up. Using the streets of Liverpool as a platform for each individual, the photographs are...
Chinese New Year in Chinatown
The Lunar New Year celebrations will culminate with a day of free fun for all the family on Sunday 11 February. From 11am until 5pm Chinatown will once again play host to the Chinese Dragon, Unicorn and Lion procession, food stalls, art workshops with make and do activities as well as street theatre, storytelling and...
Chinese New Year at Chamber 36
Chamber 36 have teamed up with Ming River & The Baiju Society with some fantastic drink specials to commemorate the Chinese New Year. Kicking off the weekend they will host their very own in-house traditional Chinese Lion Dances on the Friday and Saturday by Liverpool’s amazing Liverpool Ching Wu, followed by their fabulous drinks service...
Lunar New Year Walking Tour of Chinatown
In honour of the Year of the Dragon and the 25th Anniversary of the twinning of Liverpool and Shanghai join Experience Liverpool on a special walking tour. Find out about the colourful street furniture of Chinatown, explore the symbolism and stories of this wonderful part of the city and Chinese culture. Delve into the fascinating...
Birkenhead Central Library Free Family Activities
Come and have fun making dragon puppets, decorations, cards and all things Year of the Dragon with artists Pam Sullivan and Jo Gomez. Sessions are family friendly and drop-in, suitable for age 4+ Location: Birkenhead Central Library Times: 10am-12.30pm & 2-4pm Cost: Free
Lunar New Year Artwork Workshop
Join Dot Art for a unique Lunar New Year celebration at Duke Street Food & Drink Market in Liverpool! This hands-on workshop is designed for adults and children aged 10 or above (children below 13 should be accompanied by an adult). Immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Chinese Painting and Calligraphy, creating beautiful artworks...
Wood Dragon Garden
The grounds of St Luke’s Bombed Out Church will be brought to life with a stunning audio-visual art installation developed by Focal Studios and The Bombed Out Church’s community engagement team. Inspired by traditional Chinese folklore, the ‘Wood Dragon Garden’ has been developed in collaboration with Pagoda Arts, the Bombed Out Church and local artists....
Traditional Chinese Arts, Workshops & Activities
As part of the 2024 Lunar New Year celebrations, visitors will have the opportunity to take part in traditional Chinese activities located right in the heart of Liverpool’s China Town on Nelson Street from 11am to 5pm. Arts Groupie – Shadow Puppetry – Dragon style Create your own dragon shadow puppets from re-usable materials and...
Harmony of Dragons
A special commission, ‘Harmony of Dragons’ is a musical masterpiece that transcends borders, seamlessly fusing the enchanting traditions of the East with the dynamic rhythms of the West. This extraordinary composition celebrates the profound cultural symbolism of the dragon in Chinese folklore, creating a harmonious journey through time and tradition. In collaboration with the iconic...
Harmony of Dragons: A Musical Journey Through Chinese New Year
The Philharmonic Hall’s Music Room will play host to ‘Harmony of Dragons: A Musical Journey Through Chinese New Year’. The event will unfold with a captivating music and dance experience for Chinese New Year. Renowned musicians from the BBC Philharmonic and Halle Orchestra in Manchester will collaborate with Pagoda Arts and West Midland Eurythmy to...