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Design Show Liverpool 2 for 1 offer
Some of the newest makers at the Bluecoat are showcasing their work to a national audience at this year’s Design Show Liverpool (19 - 22 June). Contemporary jeweller Anthony Wong, textile artist Nawal Gebreel and luxury leather goods brand Nook and Willow are all participating in the event, the first of its kind to be held in the city.
Cherie Blair and Les Murray at the Bluecoat
On Wednesday 4 June we have two exciting and diverse literature events. At 6.00pm Cherie Blair will discuss her memoir Speaking for Myself. And then at 8.00pm renowned Australian poet Les Murray will read from his fascinating work. Both will sign books in the Hub.
Late night opening - Wednesday 28 May
The Bluecoat is open once again following a ten day closure due to fire. To celebrate the opening of Variable Capital, we are keeping the galleries open until 10.00pm on Wednesday 28 May. Live artist Susannah Hewlett will be providing the entertainment with her wry take on Saturday night game-shows.
the Bluecoat reopens
The Bluecoat reopens on Friday 23 May, after a temporary closure following a fire. The reopening comes just in time for a weekend of exciting events including Wiley, Howard Marks and our new exhibition Variable Capital.
Fire at the Bluecoat
A fire broke out at the Bluecoat in the early hours of the morning of 13 May. The damage appears to be confined to the kitchen, restaurant and office areas. We are hoping to be able to reopen to the public in the very near future. Please note that during the temporary closure it is only possible to book tickets for forthcoming events online or over the telephone. At present both of these booking methods are only available between the hours of 10.00am and 5.00pm.Coming Soon: Variable Capital
Brian Ulrich Untitled Thrift (Britney) 2006 Following on from the hugely popular opening exhibition Now Then, the Bluecoat collaborates with Common Culture artists David Campbell and Mark Durden to bring together a whole host of international artists' responses to today's consumer culture. From 16 May, the new wing of galleries will be filled with work by artists such as Edward Burtynsky, Melanie Jackson and Andy Warhol.
