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Brian Epstein statue Liverpool City Centre location revealed
A statue of Brian Epstein is planned for the Liverpool city centre street where he had his business. It is hoped the bronze of the late...


Brian Epstein Project relaunch widens legacy appeal for 'fifth Beatle'
A Liverpool-led campaign to commemorate late Beatle manager Brian Epstein has been re-launched under a new name and with a wider focus....


Shows to look forward to in Liverpool this Autumn
The world still seems like a very uncertain place right now – so why not look ahead to what’s in store in Liverpool arts venues later in...


Sheridan Smith to play Cilla at Liverpool Empire
Cilla the Musical is returning to the Liverpool Empire where it all began – and Sheridan Smith is set to star as the Scottie Road...


Review: Cilla the Musical at Liverpool Empire ****
When Bill Kenwright decided to cast the central role in Cilla the Musical through open calls, he had no idea who would walk through the...


Andrew Lancel on playing Epstein in Cilla the Musical
“I said to Kara – your life is about to change. I’ve never seen a standing ovation in the middle of a show before.” I’ve caught up with...


Cilla the Musical steps inside the Liverpool Empire
BAFTA-winning screenwriter Jeff Pope’s Cilla was a hit with audiences and critics alike when it was shown by ITV three years ago. So he...


Cilla star revealed ahead of Liverpool Empire premiere
The young actress set to star in Cilla the Musical has been revealed. Kara Lily Hayworth beat more than 2,000 applicants who flocked to...


Hundreds of hopefuls at Liverpool Cilla auditions
The actress who wins the role of Cilla in a new stage musical about the Liverpool singer’s rise to fame will need to combine confidence...


Calling all Cillas - a new musical needs you
Could the star of a new stage show celebrating the life of Cilla Black come from Liverpool? Auditions are being held in the city next...
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