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Pottery Night
Pottery Night
With the help of our ceramicist Emily, you will be supported through the whole design process. From preparing the raw clay to sculpting your creation and glazing to finally firing your work, Pottery Night is perfect for beginners or the more seasoned potter who would like a space to get creative. All equipment from tools to glazes and a shared kiln firing is included in the ticket price. Please be aware that you may need at least two sessions to […]
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We Are Awakened (Ex Sinnergod) | Crushed By Waves | Accidents | Valhalla Sound
We Are Awakened (Ex Sinnergod) | Crushed By Waves | Accidents | Valhalla Sound
One of Wigans finest ever bands, Sinnergod, are back with a new name and some fantastic new songs. Welcome, We Are Awakened. A must see for all you alternative rock fans. Alternative Dj, Valhalla will be playing before, in-between and after the bands. We Are Awakened. 22.00 - 23.00 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087053505003 Crushed By Waves. 21.00 - 21.35 https://www.facebook.com/crushedbywaves Accidents. 20.00 - 20.30 https://www.facebook.com/AccidentsUK Valhalla Sound https://www.facebook.com/valhallasound Tickets only £5 each. Over 16s Event, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an […]
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Pottery Night
Pottery Night
With the help of our ceramicist Emily, you will be supported through the whole design process. From preparing the raw clay to sculpting your creation and glazing to finally firing your work, Pottery Night is perfect for beginners or the more seasoned potter who would like a space to get creative. All equipment from tools to glazes and a shared kiln firing is included in the ticket price. Please be aware that you may need at least two sessions to […]
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Look Photo Biennial
Look Photo Biennial
Open Eye Gallery and Wigan Council are pleased to announce that the LOOK Photo Biennial will be taking place across different venues in Wigan and Leigh this December 2022. The exhibitions are part of the Open Eye Hub, a space to champion local voices and collaboration between communities of Wigan and Leigh and the wider photography community based in the UK and beyond. The hub will be a space to share ideas, bring people together, and through photography, explore and […]
GIMP FIST | Vomit | MC16
GIMP FIST | Vomit | MC16
KDS Promotions are delighted to welcome Gimp Fist back to The Boulevard. Gimp Fist. https://www.facebook.com/gimpfist Vomit. https://www.facebook.com/TinTownrecords MC16. https://www.facebook.com/MC16band Tickets only £13 Over 16s event, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Roxy Magic
Roxy Magic
An Evening Celebrating the Music of Roxy Music & Bryan Ferry as performed by Roxy Magic. Formed in 2004, ROXY MAGIC lovingly recreate four decades of incredible music: from art school retrofuturism, to classic standards via sophisticated, adult-oriented rock. Their aim is to give the audience a fabulously entertaining evening and with a great combination of high quality musicianship and a wonderful Bryan Ferry look and sound-alike in Kevin Hackett, ROXY MAGIC will never fail to impress. You will be […]
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Pottery Night
Pottery Night
With the help of our ceramicist Emily, you will be supported through the whole design process. From preparing the raw clay to sculpting your creation and glazing to finally firing your work, Pottery Night is perfect for beginners or the more seasoned potter who would like a space to get creative. All equipment from tools to glazes and a shared kiln firing is included in the ticket price. Please be aware that you may need at least two sessions to […]
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Shakespeare’s Fool
Shakespeare’s Fool
Will ‘Cavaliero’ Kempe was one of the finest performers of the Elizabethan age. Gentleman player, juggling jester, headmaster of Morris dancers and London’s finest clown, until…he fell out with Will ‘git face’ Shakespeare. Kempe died alone and poverty stricken, not very far from the original Globe Theatre, of which he was an original shareholder and faded into obscurity. A world away from his former life having supposedly originated some of literature’s best-known characters, including Bottom, Dogberry, and Falstaff. Join Cavaliero […]
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Ed Cosens
Ed Cosens
Ed Cosens brings his beautiful heartfelt songs and vocals to the fabulous Old Courts Theatre. Performing a stripped back acoustic and very intimate show, Ed – who is best known for his work with Sheffield band Reverend and the Makers – will be performing songs from his critically acclaimed debut album ‘FortuneFavours’ as well as new songs from his forthcoming record. Definitely one not to be missed.
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Andy Mack + Tom Byrom
Andy Mack + Tom Byrom
We welcome you to enjoy free live music, every Friday & Saturday in the Bailiff Bar. Grab a drink and bask in the great ambience of our local artists. Friday 13th January we present Andy Mack + Tom Byrom Andy Mack SOLO ACOUSTIC HUMAN JUKEBOX – ECLECTIC ECCENTRIC EXCELLENCE Andy Mack Is a fantastic solo acoustic artist, he brings a high energy with his human jukebox performances. Trending on tiktok for his #Andysrequests, here to sing anything you like Andy will […]
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Look Photo Biennial
Look Photo Biennial
Open Eye Gallery and Wigan Council are pleased to announce that the LOOK Photo Biennial will be taking place across different venues in Wigan and Leigh this December 2022. The exhibitions are part of the Open Eye Hub, a space to champion local voices and collaboration between communities of Wigan and Leigh and the wider photography community based in the UK and beyond. The hub will be a space to share ideas, bring people together, and through photography, explore and […]
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Megaslam 2023 Live Tour: WIGAN
Megaslam 2023 Live Tour: WIGAN
The #1 Live Experience for Families - Megaslam is back for it's huge 2023 Live Tour! Taking place in locations around the United Kingdom, Isle Of Man & Republic Of Ireland, the 2023 Live Tour will feature your favourite Megaslam stars and some brand new ones in this 2 hour family entertainment spectacular! Megaslam, established in 2009 is The #1 Live Experience for Families, presenting hundreds of events each year, our live show provides families around the United Kingdom with […]
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Pottery Night
Pottery Night
With the help of our ceramicist Emily, you will be supported through the whole design process. From preparing the raw clay to sculpting your creation and glazing to finally firing your work, Pottery Night is perfect for beginners or the more seasoned potter who would like a space to get creative. All equipment from tools to glazes and a shared kiln firing is included in the ticket price. Please be aware that you may need at least two sessions to […]
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Looking for me Friend
Looking for me Friend
A funny and touching tribute to this much loved and sorely missed national treasure. Written and performed by BBC1’s All Together Now star, Paulus, (‘King of Cabaret’, The Stage) this brand-new show sees him in a fresh light as a lifelong fan and devotee of the Queen of Comedy. Celebrate her unforgettable characters, songs and sketches and the power of friendships forged through laughter. From Mrs. Overall to Barry & Freda, everyone is there. The only thing that’s missing is […]
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The Style Councillors
The Style Councillors
The Style Council epitomised Paul Weller’s transition from out-and-out mod, punk, angsty frontman into the further considered and utterly accomplished songwriter we saw with The Style Council. Formed in 2013 by Darren Fletcher (Paul Weller) and Steve Hayes (Mick Talbot), The Style Councillors have quickly built a loyal fanbase for the group which was Paul Weller’s home for the majority of the 1980’s and where he wrote some of his finest songs. Dani Clay (Dee C. Lee) and Craig Read […]
Sarah Hardman
Sarah Hardman
We welcome you to enjoy free live music, every Friday & Saturday in the Bailiff Bar. Grab a drink and bask in the great ambience of our local artists. Friday 20th January we’ll be welcoming Sarah Hardman to help us get through the last of the January blues Sarah Hardman She’s a super talented musician as well as being a top Wigan girl through and through. Sarah hopes to have you up and dancing with a lively mix of covers (KT Tunstall, […]
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Look Photo Biennial
Look Photo Biennial
Open Eye Gallery and Wigan Council are pleased to announce that the LOOK Photo Biennial will be taking place across different venues in Wigan and Leigh this December 2022. The exhibitions are part of the Open Eye Hub, a space to champion local voices and collaboration between communities of Wigan and Leigh and the wider photography community based in the UK and beyond. The hub will be a space to share ideas, bring people together, and through photography, explore and […]
Weekend Events at Wigan Market
Weekend Events at Wigan Market
We’ve got some amazing events coming up in the next few months here at Wigan Market We’ve compiled them into this post so it’s easy for everyone to check what’s on, and when • Events are 11am-3pm (except Craft Fair) and all events are FREE and full of fun for all the family! January 21st Lantern & Craft Workshop for the celebration of Chinese New Year January 28th World storytelling week, free face painting Feb 4th Craft Market Feb 11th […]
Punk Fest 7 – Drongos For Europe | Knock Off | The Liarbilitys | The Eddies | Biteback | The Sewer Cats
Punk Fest 7 – Drongos For Europe | Knock Off | The Liarbilitys | The Eddies | Biteback | The Sewer Cats
KDS Promotions are delighted to host our 7th PunkFest at The Boulevard Wigan. Doors open 14.00 Drongos For Europe. 19.05 - 20.00 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063625418421 Knock Off. 18.05 - 18.45 https://www.facebook.com/knockoffpunkband The Liarbilitys. 17.05 - 17.45 https://www.facebook.com/theliarbilitys The Eddies. 16.05 - 16.45 https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100063752342140 Biteback. 15.15 - 15.45 https://www.facebook.com/BITE-BACK-1569109506696866/ The Sewer Cats. 14.30 - 15.00 https://www.facebook.com/thesewercatsband/ Tickets only £15 or £18 on the door! Over 16s Event, Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
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Dr Diablo and His Amazing Circus Sideshow
Dr Diablo and His Amazing Circus Sideshow
MESMERISING. CAPTIVATING. WIERD AND WONDERFUL. COME SEE DR DIABLO AND HIS AMAZING CIRCUS SIDESHOW. FREE. This Sunday, January 22nd. A daredevil show including Fire Eating. The Bed of Nails. Escapology. And much much more. The kids will love this. Performances at 12.30pm. 1.30pm and 2.30pm. From the Event Field. Don’t forget - that this weekend Adults go FREE on our Woodland Adventure Golf Course. (Terms: 1 Adult Free with every full paying child). HAIGH WOODLAND […]
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Pottery Night
Pottery Night
With the help of our ceramicist Emily, you will be supported through the whole design process. From preparing the raw clay to sculpting your creation and glazing to finally firing your work, Pottery Night is perfect for beginners or the more seasoned potter who would like a space to get creative. All equipment from tools to glazes and a shared kiln firing is included in the ticket price. Please be aware that you may need at least two sessions to […]
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Artist Drop In
Artist Drop In
Are you performer, writer, creative practitioner in Wigan? Do you want a space to meet up with other artists? Our new monthly drop in sessions will be a supportive environment to share ideas and build connections with other creative practitioners in the area. Open to all artists, whatever your experience or discipline. Drop-ins will vary – expect networking activity, guest facilitators and platforms for local artists. There will be both in-person and online options, with no commitment required. For this […]
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Spring and Port Wine
Spring and Port Wine
It Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
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Spring and Port Wine
Spring and Port Wine
It Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
Vinyl Vibes
Vinyl Vibes
Join us on the 4th Thursday of every month for Vinyl Vibes for our regular Bailiff Bar gathering for lovers of all things VINYL Host, Haden Boardman, will spin records across genres of a selected classic album. We encourage you to bring your favourite records, LP or singles to play on the night! Or just head down and come relax with a pint in great company. This month, we’re doing something a little different, instead of a classic album, we’ll be […]
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Friday Night Live: Tigers and Flies, Shackites, Pleasure Island & Strangerz
Friday Night Live: Tigers and Flies, Shackites, Pleasure Island & Strangerz
Our Friday Night Live is back for 2023 and were starting off with a bang! An exciting platform for emerging and local musicians to showcase their talents. Tigers and Flies are rich in performance experience, you can find their full album on Spotify with an vast collection of songs which we cannot wait to bring some of that sounds to life on our stage! In case you missed out on the last one Shackites are BACK! This crowd-pleasing band never fail to get […]
Everything is Memory
Everything is Memory
Derek Boak’s solo exhibition ‘Everything is Memory’ opens at our gallery this Friday 27th January 7-9pm. All welcome Derek's work is referenced from experiencing places, surfaces, discarded items and the ever-changing light and weather. From this, he uses a variety of media to build surfaces which attemptt to capture some fleeting memory of these encounters. Derek Boak works in Southport. He taught in secondary and sixth-form education for nearly forty years, encouraging students to work with local and national artists […]
Brother | Citizens Of Intel | Vardy Band | The Surgeiacs
Brother | Citizens Of Intel | Vardy Band | The Surgeiacs
Local rock/indie/blues band Brother will be headlining for us and it’s their first headline of the year, male and female lead singers works really well along with bluesy guitar tones and bassy vibes. Citizens of Intel are a young band who have played some ace sets for us in the past, they called it quits at one point but with so much talent in the band it would’ve been a travesty to lose them. Vardy band are coming to us […]
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Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor
Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor
An exciting new FREE exhibition that celebrates music and entertainment from across the borough opens at the Museum of Wigan Life. We are known world-wide for our rich heritage, incredible venues, and wealth of talent and the dynamic and interactive displays will showcase the very best. From cinemas and local legends to brass bands and northern soul – this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]
Alex Winstanley & Tiny Tree Book Launch Celebration
Alex Winstanley & Tiny Tree Book Launch Celebration
A celebration of the launch of the ‘My Has’ children’s book series, with Tiny Tree Children’s Books! Giveaways and readings for families! To celebrate the publication of my series of children’s books with Tiny Tree Children’s Books, there will be a celebration event at Wigan Library on Saturday 28th of January at 10.30am! The 5 current books in the series are all inspired and informed by real people, to highlight inclusion and diversity, and start the conversation between families about […]
Weekend Events at Wigan Market
Weekend Events at Wigan Market
We’ve got some amazing events coming up in the next few months here at Wigan Market We’ve compiled them into this post so it’s easy for everyone to check what’s on, and when • Events are 11am-3pm (except Craft Fair) and all events are FREE and full of fun for all the family! January 21st Lantern & Craft Workshop for the celebration of Chinese New Year January 28th World storytelling week, free face painting Feb 4th Craft Market Feb 11th […]
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Wigan Jazz Club – Apitos Pequeno
Wigan Jazz Club – Apitos Pequeno
Exciting 8 piece Latin band featuring Dale Gibson (trumpet) Duncan Winfield (trombone) Andy Scott (saxophone) Paul Kilvington (keyboards) Steve Williams (bass) Chris Manus (conga) Steve Gilbert (drums) Dave Hassell (percussion)
Liam Horrocks’ Sunday Session
Liam Horrocks’ Sunday Session
Finish the weekend off in style and catch Liam for the perfect Sunday session down in The Bailiff. Joining us this Sunday is the super talented, local singer songwriter, Liam Horrocks. He’ll be performing a mixture of covers and original material taken from influences Arctic Monkeys, The Verve, Jake Bugg & Green Day. You might recognise Liam as he is a member of Garden Party @gardenpartybanduk Free
Spring and Port Wine
Spring and Port Wine
It Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
2 events,
Pottery Night
Pottery Night
With the help of our ceramicist Emily, you will be supported through the whole design process. From preparing the raw clay to sculpting your creation and glazing to finally firing your work, Pottery Night is perfect for beginners or the more seasoned potter who would like a space to get creative. All equipment from tools to glazes and a shared kiln firing is included in the ticket price. Please be aware that you may need at least two sessions to […]
Spring and Port Wine
Spring and Port Wine
It Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
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Spring and Port Wine
Spring and Port Wine
It Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
2 events,
Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor
Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor
An exciting new FREE exhibition that celebrates music and entertainment from across the borough opens at the Museum of Wigan Life. We are known world-wide for our rich heritage, incredible venues, and wealth of talent and the dynamic and interactive displays will showcase the very best. From cinemas and local legends to brass bands and northern soul – this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]
Spring and Port Wine
Spring and Port Wine
It Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
1 event,
Spring and Port Wine
Spring and Port Wine
It Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
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Spring and Port Wine
Spring and Port Wine
It Takes A Lifetime To Raise A Family And A Weekend To Lose The Lot! The Crompton’s live in Bolton in the 1960s. The family peace is shattered when the two generations clash. An incident during a family meal causes explosive and often comical moments This amateur production is presented by special arrangement with SAMUEL FRENCH LTD a Concord Theatrical Company
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Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor
Make Some Noise – From Stage Door To Dance Floor
An exciting new FREE exhibition that celebrates music and entertainment from across the borough opens at the Museum of Wigan Life. We are known world-wide for our rich heritage, incredible venues, and wealth of talent and the dynamic and interactive displays will showcase the very best. From cinemas and local legends to brass bands and northern soul – this exhibition brings to life the incredible range of genres our towns have embraced and called their own. Expect to see original […]
Weekend Events at Wigan Market
Weekend Events at Wigan Market
We’ve got some amazing events coming up in the next few months here at Wigan Market We’ve compiled them into this post so it’s easy for everyone to check what’s on, and when • Events are 11am-3pm (except Craft Fair) and all events are FREE and full of fun for all the family! January 21st Lantern & Craft Workshop for the celebration of Chinese New Year January 28th World storytelling week, free face painting Feb 4th Craft Market Feb 11th […]
Look Photo Biennial
Look Photo Biennial
Open Eye Gallery and Wigan Council are pleased to announce that the LOOK Photo Biennial will be taking place across different venues in Wigan and Leigh this December 2022. The exhibitions are part of the Open Eye Hub, a space to champion local voices and collaboration between communities of Wigan and Leigh and the wider photography community based in the UK and beyond. The hub will be a space to share ideas, bring people together, and through photography, explore and […]
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