Get ready for a day of fun and fantastical frolics as the Serious Nonsense Festival returns to Prescot this Saturday, 23 August.
From 11 am to 6 pm, the town centre will be transformed into a vibrant hub of music, mayhem, and marvellous capers, with a spectacular line-up of FREE family entertainment and performances.
The festival, which celebrates Knowsley’s fascinating connection to literary nonsense writer Edward Lear, promises a full day of entertainment that will delight all ages.
Don’t miss the packed musical program with something for every taste. The “super charged 11-headed ska monster” Baked A La Ska will be rampaging through the town with their energetic sound, while Silk Street Jazz brings toe-tapping Dixieland classics and New Orleans rhythms.
Visitors can also enjoy the unexpected from Splintered Ukes, the crowd-pleasing hits of the Pop Vox Choir, and the vibrant Bhangra performances of Nachda Sansaar, complete with live dhol drums and a chance to learn some new moves.
Beyond the music, the streets will come alive with a range of jaw-dropping acts. Don’t miss the high-flying action of Futureshock Wrestling, the explosive performance of “twisted fire starter” Danielle De La Wonk, or the gravity-defying dance-circus production of WILD from internationally renowned Motion House.
At Shakespeare North Playhouse, there’s a series of ticketed events throughout the day. Families can join the interactive “Storyplay with Lucy” for a hilarious storytelling adventure or witness the magical journey of “Up & Away” by Tmesis Theatre, a show filled with puppetry and physical theatre. The day culminates with an evening of laughter as stand-up powerhouse Dan Nightingale headlines “Serious Nonsense with Dan Nightingale & Friends” in the Cockpit Theatre.
Cllr Shelley Powell, Knowsley’s Cabinet Member for Communities and Neighbourhoods said: “The Serious Nonsense Festival is a fantastic opportunity for our community and visitors alike to come together, have fun, and experience something truly unique. We are incredibly proud to bring such a vibrant and diverse line-up to Prescot, and we can’t wait to see the joy and laughter these incredible acts will bring to our streets.”
Plan Your Day
Here’s the programme and timings for the performances to help you plan your day.
