A huge giant red ball has arrived in the city centre and it'll remain in Liverpool for until later this month.
The installation is part of an iconic artwork that has made its way across the globe. The RedBall Project has been spotted in a variety of famous locations around the world, including Sydney, California and Paris.
It arrived in Liverpool today, Friday, July 15 and will remain here until Sunday, July 24. On its first day in the city, it descended on the Royal Albert Dock, known and loved for its extensive history and vast array of cultural and retail options.
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Over its 10 days in Liverpool, the 15ft-diameter RedBall Liverpool will venture to several areas around the city. Some locations will be tourist hotspots, like today's arrival at the docks, while others will be more local. The art work will even pop up in unexpected residential areas, allowing audiences to discover the spectacle on their own streets.
It was created by American artist Kurt Perschke, who believes the simplicity of the work is what makes it so impactful. The large-scale piece aims to offer audiences a moment of joy while encouraging them to think differently about the places around them, seeing something new and intriguing in a variety of locations they may walk past or through every day.
The artist commented: "Art is about people, and I look forward to seeing how Liverpool responds to the invitation RedBall offers. The project is not about a ball; it's about what the combination of the site, the piece, and everyone's energy creates together in that day."
The artwork has been brought to the city thanks to a partnership between Culture Liverpool, Arts Council England and Global Streets.
Liverpool's cabinet member for Culture and Visitor Economy, Councillor Harry Doyle, said: "You can always rely on Liverpool to embrace the unusual, and RedBall is ticking all those quirky and wonderful boxes. It's amazing how a simple concept can have such a huge impact, and without a doubt our city is going to provide an amazing backdrop to this artwork.
"We love public art which makes us think differently about locations which we know and love – it's about bringing new energy to the familiar and we will definitely achieve this for 10 days in July."
Toby Smith, project director at Global Streets, said: "Over 10 summer days, thousands of Liverpudlians will come face to face with this big red ball, in the heart of the city or in their local neighbourhoods. Liverpool's architecture will provide a unique backdrop for a playful artwork that encourages people to look at the places where they live and work through fresh eyes. I can't think of a better way to launch a summer season of Global Streets events, internationally connected and locally rooted in neighbourhoods and communities across England."
Where and when to see RedBall Liverpool
Friday, July 15 - Royal Albert Dock Liverpool
Saturday, July 16 - Pier Head
Sunday, July 17 - St George's Hall
Monday, July 18 - Chinatown
Tuesday, July 19 - Dale Street
Wednesday, July 20 - Windsor Street, Toxteth
Thursday, July 21 - Lord Street
Friday, July 22 - Baltic Triangle
Saturday, July 23 - Everton Brow
Sunday, July 24 - Liverpool ONE
As well as the main event, a number of engagement projects linked to the RedBall performance will be taking place in and around Everton Park and Toxteth. For more information and times the work will be on display, click here. For further information about the wider RedBall Project and its previous travels, click here.
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