For over a 100 years Lancashire has supplied some of the nation’s best entertainers from Stan Laurel and Eric Morecambe to Peter Kay. Why has the region produced so many comedians? The answer could be linked to the unique history of the Industrial Revolution in Lancashire which provided great conditions for the creation of a comic tradition. This entertaining free talk, hosted by Showtown in the Pavilion, traces the evolution of local comedy and Dr Tom Preston impersonates some of the great Lancashire comedians of the past.
Created by BBC Radio’s Paul Quinn and playwright Liam Gillies, Edquiring Minds with Stephen Edwards is a half-scripted half-improv show described as Alan Partridge meets Curb Your Enthusiasm. It sees Stephen, the protagonist interviewer, talking to a series of odd guests as he struggles to find podcast fame. Stephen’s desperate attempts to gain internet acclaim backfire again and again as the guests he books to appear on his show never give him the award-winning interviews he needs, but turn the show into a ludicrous back and forth full of surprise twists and comic moments. The free event is hosted by…
During this talk with Pete Lindup he will be bringing to life a canvas, painted by his father, celebrating 100 famous entertainers who appeared in Blackpool. Rowland Lindup painted the 50 metre canvas which shows off his skill as an artist and caricaturist. There are three talks taking place across the weekend in which Pete will showcase sections of the artwork and bring to life entertainers like Ken Dodd, Norman Wisdom, Tessie O Shea, plus a whole host of other stars who brought laughter to Blackpool's theatres. Sat 8th July, 11am, 12noon, Horseshoe Bar Sat 8th July, 4.30pm-5.30pm, Pavilion Sun…
Blackpool Libraries and Blackpool Social Club present author Claire McGlasson in conversation. McGlasson will be discussing a historical novel about the disgraced Rector of Stiffkey and his Blackpool sideshows in the 1930s. Find out more here.
Blackpool Comedy Festival features a side-splitting line up of entertainment. A collaboration between Showtown, the Winter Gardens, The Comedy Station, The Old Electric and House of Secrets there's a range of events for the whole family. On 8th and 9th July in the Pavilion and Horseshoe there'll be family shows, craft activities, storytelling, talks, dress up and much more.
Join in with stories and songs suitable for little ones up to about four years old and their grown ups. Older siblings welcome during the summer holidays. Free sessions to enjoy time together and spark your child's love of books and reading. No booking required.
A free drop in session for ancestry advice and practical demonstrations. No need to book, just turn up.
Free drop in sessions for ancestry advice and practical demonstrations. No need to book, just turn up.
Founded 1894 Lytham Club Day and Rose Queen Festival features a parade, a vintage procession, morris dancing and a fair on Lytham Green in the day. Over at Lytham hall from 1pm the vintage cars will be on show, a brass band, dancing, the Rose Queen crowning, a samba band, music and theatre performances and children's entertainment.
Singer-songwriters, duos, bands, poets and any other performers are welcome at the Waterloo's monthly open mic night.