Events
Climate. Emergency. Hope
The Turnpike Civic Square, LeighThe Turnpike Gallery is presenting an exciting new exhibition exploring some of the urgent issues around the climate emergency. It includes a range of artwork by local, national and international artists, curated by a team of young people. Our Young Curators have been meeting since October 2022, facilitated by creative practitioner, Liz Postlethwaite. Arising from discussions, presentations and gallery visits, the exhibition aims to share young people’s voices through the work of artists. Included in the exhibition are video, photography, […]
Women of the Titanic by Brian Joyce
Museum of Wigan Life Library Street, WiganOn the anniversary of the Titanic tragedy, join Brian Joyce for this illustrated talk where he will examine the disaster from the viewpoint of some of the women on board. After examining the main features of the vessel and its fate that night, he will outline the numbers and the roles of the female crew on board. He will then highlight the experiences of four female survivors, two of which were First Class passengers and one each from Second and […]
Friday Night Live
The Old Courts Crawford Street, WiganFriday Night Live, a classic showcase of various up and coming artists! Join us this April to support three amazing local bands, starting the night we have the brilliant Ask Elliot, Describing themselves as “Your friendly local neighbourhood indie band”they are defiantly here to make a strong start to the night. We will also be welcoming Kubrick Stare an alternative / indie-rock band that’s built on friendship between 5 people who share a love for music, they are a bold […]
Corvus & The Morning Star | Wide Eyed Tribe | Red Clogs | Nicknames
The Boulevard 17A Wallgate, WiganJoin Corvus & The Morning Star as they launch their debut E.P into the world with special guests Wide Eyed Tribe, Red Clogs & Nicknames. Big thanks to Sounds From The Street for helping put on the event! Tickets: £7.00 plus booking fee skiddle.com/e/36264801 Age restriction: 18+