News & Updates — Likeminded Productions

Plug-In: 97+

97+ debuted last year at the Liverpool theatre festival and ended with a standing ovation. Tom Cain Theatre is now bringing 97+, to The Space UK for the company's debut run at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. The performances will take place from the 14th to the 19th of August, starting at 19:00

In a gripping portrayal of resilience and trauma, the theatrical drama “97+” brings the untold truth of the Hillsborough tragedy to audiences, aiming to raise awareness and support survivors still grappling with its aftermath. The play, set in 2012, delves into the lives of Hillsborough survivors John and Steve, played by Colin Kilbride and Leslie Longley.

The creative WireMegan McDonald7 August 2023the creative wire, plug inComment

Plug-In: Plays In The Key Of Life

Born out of an initial idea from Steve and Liz, the four local writers joined forces and established Writers Inc Productions in April 2023. Their debut show “Plays In The Key Of Life” will be part of the Liverpool Fringe Festival and will run from 13th- 14th October at the Hope Street Theatre. Each writer has produced a 30-minute piece of writing. That’s right, four plays for the price of one! What more could you ask for!

The creative WireElaine Louise Stewart5 August 2023the creative wire, plug inComment

The Moondogs: The Documentary

You are all in for a treat as The Moondogs celebrate their first anniversary. The team behind this lively, unexpected take on the Beatles early years have announced the release of a special two-part documentary delving into their extraordinary journey to bring it to the stage.

LikemindedChristopher Woodward3 August 2023LikemindedComment

Cruel Summer

Make it Write is a social enterprise and collective of artists aiming to improve opportunities for new writing and fringe performance in Liverpool and the North West. In their latest project, the writers were welcomed and invited to explore the theme of "Cruel Summer" in the writing competition. With over 70 applicants applying across the Northwest. They were asked to weave their tales using a limited number of words while retaining the essence of character, story, plot, and setting.

The creative WireAmy Brennan1 August 2023Comment

"Who's Afraid of M!key Garland?" Is Back!

Coming off a successful run at The Hope Street Theatre in February with one reviewer saying "It is raw, powerful, unashamedly queer, and hopeful —a remarkable performance from Garland." ArtsGroupie is bringing back the powerful and emotionally charged one-man show, rapper M!key Garland takes the stage to share his personal journey of homelessness, challenging societal stereotypes, and shedding light on the class divide in the UK.

The creative WireMeg Kay30 July 2023the creative wireComment

THE BRIT FEST

A brand new world-class family-friendly music festival celebrating the very best of Britain has been unveiled, and it's set to take place in Cheshire during the summer of 2024. The Brit Fest Cheshire promises to be a unique event, featuring three days of live music from talented artists hailing from the shores of Great Britain. However, it's not just about the music. This festival aims to showcase a true celebration of British culture, including the arts, fashion, food and drink, classic cars, and more.

The creative WireSam Matthews28 July 2023the brit festComment

The Hunt for the Yorkshire Ripper Unfolds Once More.

Old Fruit Jar Productions, a name that’s linked to 5* shows over the years are set to return to the stage with their gripping production, The incident Room. Having earned rave reviews during its previous run of The Incident Room- The North West End, hailed "THE INCIDENT ROOM" “as a remarkable piece of drama” during its earlier run. The effort that these guys put into a show is very inspiring and their promotional strategies are unmatched.

The creative WireAmy Brennan26 July 2023LTF, the creative wireComment

Liverpool Fringe: October 2023

The Liverpool Fringe Festival is back with a bang this Autumn, offering an exciting mix of theatre, comedy, and more. The Liverpool Fringe will take place in a range of venues across our great city from 5th to 14th October 2023, with an exciting line-up of productions showcasing the fantastic talents that the city has to offer. Including shows from Writers Inc Productions, Keyhole Theatre, Grin Theatre, and Valley Community Theatre, to name a few.

The creative WireElaine Louise Stewart24 July 2023liverpool fringeComment

Plug-In: Transistor

By arrangement with Dark Horse Theatre Chiang Mai and Chiang Mai Drama Centre comes 'Dark Horse Theatre Chiang Mai' - a theatre company based in northern Thailand, and they are coming to The Hope Street Theatre, Liverpool next week! Following a hugely successful run in Chiang Mai, they received messages from the audience in the weeks that followed who had been moved by the story, the characters and issues raised. The company knew that they weren't ready to leave it there, that it needed to come to Liverpool.

The creative WireElaine Louise Stewart22 July 2023transistor, plug inComment

Liverpool Theatre Festival is here!

The fourth annual Liverpool Theatre Festival opened yesterday evening (Thursday 20 July) with a sold-out show of opera entertaining audiences in the warm Summer open air. The outdoor event now runs daily through to Sunday 30 July 2023 at St Luke’s Bombed Out Church in Liverpool city centre.

The creative WireSam Matthews21 July 2023LTF, the creative wireComment