Steve Backshall's Deadly Live
The BAFTA-winning TV wildlife presenter brings earth's apex predators, venomous snakes and marine giants to life in a high-octane family stage show kicking off school half-term.
The BAFTA-winning TV wildlife presenter brings earth's apex predators, venomous snakes and marine giants to life in a high-octane family stage show kicking off school half-term.
Overview & what to expect
TV naturalist and adventurer Steve Backshall brings his hit show Deadly Live to the M&S Bank Arena for a high-energy Saturday afternoon matinee. Aimed at curious children, budding zoologists, and families, the stage production translates the thrills of BBC's Deadly 60 into a theatrical wildlife masterclass.
Steve shares gripping first-hand stories from the frontlines of wildlife exploration, featuring jaw-dropping high-definition footage of great white sharks, stalking big cats, venomous arachnids, and colossal reptiles. The show blends scientific education with edge-of-your-seat storytelling.
Interactive audience segments, live stage experiments, and stunt demonstrations keep younger viewers engaged throughout, making it the headline family event on Liverpool's waterfront for the start of half-term.
Show schedule
Venue essentials & visiting advice
Age requirements
Recommended for ages 6 and above. Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult.
Entry & admission
Digital tickets scanned on entry. Baby buggies can be checked in at the arena cloakroom.
Bag restrictions
Strict small-bag policy: max A4 size (approx 21cm x 30cm); security searches on entry; no backpacks, holdalls or laptop bags.
Payment methods
100% cashless venue; card, Apple Pay and Google Pay accepted at all food counters and bars.
Content & special effects guidance
- Contains video clips of wild predators hunting in nature and loud sudden sound effects.
Where to eat & drink nearby
Getting there & getting home
Nearest Merseyrail station: James Street (15 min walk) or Liverpool Central (20 min walk)
M&S Bank Arena, 16 Monarchs Quay, King's Dock, L3 4FP
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