Exhibition Review: Rachel Hey at HIVEArts
Blackpool artist Rachel Hey has opened her first solo exhibition at HIVEArts. Pencil and Paper brings together colourful abstract collages, highly detailed pencil portraits and digitally inspired character work shaped by years of artistic experimentation. David Simper went along to the exhibition launch and caught up with the artist. I’ve followed Rachel’s work for some […]
Happiness! The Ken Dodd Exhibition
Opening on 24 June and running until 2 January, this major new exhibition brings Sir Ken Dodd’s extraordinary world of comedy, laughter and happiness to Blackpool in spectacular style. Packed with iconic costumes, famous tickling sticks, rare memorabilia, original notebooks, hilarious props and interactive experiences, it’s a joyful journey through the life and career of […]
Theatre Preview: The Land Beneath Our Feet
Real-life stories gathered from Blackpool residents will take centre stage at the Edinburgh Fringe this summer, but first audiences can catch the show for free in parks, libraries and community spaces across the town. Blackpool writer and performer Nathan Parker is taking local voices to one of the world’s biggest arts festivals this summer. The […]