Walk of stars to be installed in Liverpool city centre

The Walk of Stars <i>(Image: Supplied)</i>
The Walk of Stars (Image: Supplied)
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A walk of stars will be installed in Liverpool city centre this month.

Royal Albert Dock and Liverpool ONE have announced the installation, which will feature more than 70 stars, each bearing the name of an artist performing at Radio 1's Big Weekend.

The walk of stars will be present from May 2 to May 26.

The stars will be placed on the street leading from Liverpool ONE to Royal Albert Dock.

This will give music fans the opportunity to take selfies with the star of their favourite artist.

The stars will range from lesser-known artists on the Introducing Stage to the main stage performers.

During the three days of Radio 1's Big Weekend, visitors can showcase their talent at either end of the walk of stars.

Award-winning radio personality Leanne Campbell will host entertainment from 1pm to 5pm.

The dock’s Time to Shine podiums will return from May 23 to May 25 in front of the Martin Luther King Junior building, providing a stage for visitors to sing along to their favourite songs.

Last year, these podiums attracted Sam Ryder, who delighted fans with a surprise performance during the Eurovision Song Contest.

The stars will be placed on the street leading from Liverpool ONE to Royal Albert Dock (Image: Supplied) Similarly, Liverpool ONE will bring back its karaoke truck, located at the bottom of the Sugar House Steps on Thomas Steers Way, where aspiring performers can showcase their singing talents.

Sean Morrison, Royal Albert Dock estate manager, said: "We're thrilled to be partnering with Liverpool ONE to bring this exciting Walk of Stars to life in the lead-up to Radio 1's Big Weekend.

"Seeing the energy of music fans flow from the city centre down to our iconic waterfront, celebrating these incredible artists, will be fantastic.

"And with the return of our Time to Shine podiums, the dock will once again be a stage for everyone to take part in the festivities."

Donna Howitt, place strategy director at Liverpool ONE, said: "Showcasing local talent and putting the spotlight on our city’s thriving music scene is something we’re extremely passionate about at Liverpool ONE.

"The Walk of Stars that we have created with Royal Albert Dock will create some extra special selfie moments in the run up to the event."

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