Things to do in Liverpool this weekend - 11-13 March - James Martin live, The Royal hospital comedy

From a thought provoking exhibition at Tate Liverpool to celebrity chef James Martin live, we’ve put together a what’s on video guide to some of the best events to enjoy in the city in the coming days.

Lucy Mckenzie - Tate Liverpool

It's your last chance to see the Lucy Mckenzie exhibition at Tate Liverpool. Expert painter, collaborator and creator of high fashion, the retrospective brings together over 80 works dating from 1997 to the present. Visitors can enjoy large-scale architectural paintings, illusionistic works, as well as fashion and design.

In addition, the exhibition highlights themes that have interested the artist throughout her career, such as the iconography of international sport, the representation of women, gender politics, music subcultures and post-war muralism. That's on until Sunday, 13 March.

The Royal, hospital comedy - Royal Court Theatre

The comedy show about Liverpool’s most famous hospital will be back at the Royal Court Theatre this March until April 9. This barmy and totally bonkers play has been written by Lindzi Germain and Angela Simms, who also star in it. Cal McCrystal, who has previously directed The Scouse Nativity and Canoeing for Beginners is also back on the team. The Royal was last on the main stage back in 2017, but it was so popular with audiences that it’s been brought back for 2022.

We Will Rock You - Liverpool Empire Theatre

The worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton, We Will Rock You, is at the Liverpool Empire Theatre from Monday 14 March until Saturday 19 March. Since 2002 over 16 million theatregoers in 19 countries have been entertained by this production. With 24 of Queen's biggest hits delivered in a show that boasts the scale that marked the bands' legendary live performances. Including Radio Ga Ga, Killer Queen, Bohemian Rhapsody and, of course, We Will Rock You!

James Martin Live - M&S Arena

One for all you foodies now, celebrity chef James Martin is coming to the M&S Bank arena on March 19 for his brand-new tour. Expect live demonstrations as the chef rustles up mouth-watering dishes, cooking tasks and featuring some very special guests. James has been entertaining and educating the nation for almost three decades with his expert culinary skills both on-screen and through his best-selling cookbooks.

Try a pie - Liverpool

British Pie Week ends this weekend and if you haven’t yet celebrated by scoffing at least on of the savoury treats than now is the time! We have put together a handy guide to some of the best places to buy a pie in and around Liverpool to help you out.

The Addams Family musical - Empire Theatre

Everyone’s favourite kooky family are coming back on stage in this spectacular musical comedy from the writers of multi-award-winning hit musical Jersey Boys. Starring Strictly Come Dancing’s Joanne Clifton as Morticia. Join them, Uncle Fester, Lurch, Pugsley and more for a heart-warming story of love, family and friendship, with a twist! Featuring a live orchestra and original score. That’s on at Liverpool’s Empire Theatre from Tuesday, March 8, until Saturday, March 12.