Liverpool Stories

A look back to earlier this year when between 20th & 22nd April, Liverpool was taken over by the Sea Odyssey Giant Spectacular performed by French street theatre company, Royal de Luxe. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

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ipod versionBrian volunteers for ABC Supabed, a scheme for turning waste cardboard into animal bedding. It also helps people with mental health problems back on the road to recovery and employment. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionA nostalgic journey along the scenic coast from Liverpool to North Wales. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionFilmed in Whitchapel Liverpool on a beautiful day last Saturday afternoon. The light was amazing. It could be anywhere, but the voices give it away Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionLocal Historian Les Thomas talks about the now demolished 'Little Scandinavia' and his experiences growing up there. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod version"The Making: featuring Wave Machines, Nathan Jones, Luden AV and friends " An Art Supercollider! Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionI saw these guys while at the Transitions event on Saturday. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionHannah Peel, Sketchybeast and Sam Meech took to the streets on the last night of LIverpool's Capital of Culture year. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionI met some of the group members of 'Families Fighting For Justice' campaigning in St John's Shopping Centre. They're not only a group campaigning for change, but a strong support network offering help and guidance to families who find themselves in similar sad circumstances. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

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ipod versionA short piece following the march on Saturday to highlight their fight for justice and a change in the law to ensure that other families do not have to suffer under similar circumstances. It was an emotional day all round. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

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ipod versionThe Old Brit discovers the joy of Flickr. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionKen Martin takes us on a tour of the New Brighton Floral Pavilion. A film by Sam Meech Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionI was introduced to George via a friend from the local pub. It was a pleasure and a privilege to meet him. He's had an amazing life - this is just a quick snippet. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod formatThis was part of this years Liverpool Sound City, a tribute to the Liverpool Singer Songwriter who died in February 2007. Film and edit by Sam Meech Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionThe Hartley's Village Community are putting in an application to obtain heritage status which well enable them to preserve the history of the area as well as supporting the community. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionIn August, the printing of the Liverpool Post and Echo moved out of the city to a super site in Oldham. I caught up with Paul MacHenry who is part of a 3rd generation working in the printing trade. Since the move he has now retired after 45 years in the business. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionA Small Cinema, is a unique short film event borne out of a fascination and desire to recreate the classic cinematic experience. Complete with smartly dressed ushers, velvet curtains, and popcorn. A Small Cinema offers a refreshing alternative to the multiplex. Saturday saw 'A Small Cinema' on Bold Street, part of the AND Festival and the Bold Street Festival. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod version My Podcast Alley feed! {pca-6fd44d2585b355f102130ccd5410a1db} Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionThe Plaza Cyclists make it to London. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionThe School Desk Project - new ways to distort old graffiti from Nathan Jones. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

To view with Quicktime click here. Connie Lush & Blues Shouter is one of the most stunning & talented Blues band worldwide. They extensively tour throughout the UK and overseas appearing at a variety of venues and Festivals. Blues Shouter is Terry Harris on Bass, John Lewis on Guitar & Vocals & Carl Woodward on Drums. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionGerry Potter is a performance poet, playwright, actor, director and for many years he was Chloe Poems. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod formatTwenty-one years ago, Tommy Callagher started work in Liverpool as the city centre milkman. Through this new status, he became Liverpool’s number one charity fundraiser, his boundless energy and commitment earned him the accolade ‘Milkman of the Year’ and he became a local celebrity. He painted his milk float gold - a shining symbol around the city representing the lives he wanted to transform.In June 2008 Tommy went into retirement and his milkman memorabilia is now relegated to the loft. He is no longer ‘Milkman Tommy’, just Tommy Callagher. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionArtists BEN PARRY & JACQUES CHAUCHAT of Jump Ship Rat unite once again to create a giant mobile water fountain. An endless waterfall 40 meters wide pours from above as if from nowhere, circumventing a narrow boat and hiding it behind a wall of water. Theatrical and playful the gliding water fountain comes to grace the Albert Dock. Erupting from the dock, this is an aesthetic and sensory delight that hypnotises the viewer into quiet contemplation, then passing through tunnels and canals it disappears leaving only the still pool. A Liverpool Commissions project; JSR U-51 celebrates the City's maritime history through the element water. Water is the source of all life on earth, as such it has appeared in culture across the ages as a metaphor for the cycle of life, genesis and power; a spiritual symbol and an evocation of the natural world. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionA re-invented tradition of the public park. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod formatThis film was made by John O'Shea Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionVast in scale and spectacular in execution, this breathtaking new commission from La Machine will spin a tale so magical that an entire city will fall under its spellStory Link:La Machine Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionMick has been digging up clay from construction sites all over Liverpool, and following a lengthy cleaning and refining process is making actual 'Scouse' pots from the end result.Here's the potting bit. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionIncluding some footage from last Sunday at Wellington Dock as well as the Parade of Sail last Monday.Story Link:Tall Ships Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionSome of the work going on behind the scenes as part of the Tall Ships race 2008.Story Link.The GlaciereTall Ships Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionI managed to catch the band playing on the last day of the 2008 Prescot Festival. Beautiful.Story Link:Arts in Prescot Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionOne of the best big dance bands around.Story Link:Prescot Festival Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionStory Link:Arts in Prescot Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

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ipod versionStory Link:Milk and Two Sugars Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionStory Link:Stephanie de Leng Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionGarston Embassy is an installation by artist Michael Trainor which sees a disused Edwardian school (formerly Tocky Tech) being transformed into the headquarters of a mini independent state including its own flag and passports.Story Link:Cultural Village Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionA giant white ball is crawling with tiny figures –who turn, swoop, drop and crawl over, under and between each other– 80 ft in the sky. Part of the 'Streets Ahead' performances this weekend.Story Link:Grupo Puja Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod VersionKnitting hugs to spread around North Liverpool. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionBlack Box Theatre designed for one.Story Link:Bootworks Theatre Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionI filmed Tommy a while ago, but I had a problem with the tape and wasn't happy with the edit. Here's the re-shoot. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod VersionThe second day of events at Edge Hill Station to mark the opening of the Pavilion.Story Link:METAL Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionArtists, Luis Fernando and Juan Manuel Pelaez from Columbia launch Metal's new space with space with a stunning response to the historic location of Edge Hill train station.Story Links:METALBiennial Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionRotunda has been working with landscape architects Gross max to convert a strip of derelict land outside their building into a community garden.Story Link:Rotunda Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionStory Link:Nouveau Django Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionRoll up, Roll up - Liverpool Stories goes live at the Plaza Cinema in Waterloo on Thursday 17th April at 7:00pm. Please come and say hello if you can. Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod versionAn afternoon performance of music and sketching at the Bluecoat. Filmed by me and Sam Meech Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}

ipod formatThe Bluecoat re-opens after a period of refurbishment.Story Link:The Bluecoat Mevio {Mevio-1e9b69dd9c12da148f6a986dc97e182f}