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Unmissable things to do in Manchester and the North
Discover acclaimed music and stand-out exhibitions, groundbreaking theatre, family, cinema and literary events in Manchester and the North.
Our top picks
Jacques Greene at YES
Aptly named Dawn Chorus, Jacques Greene’s latest album signifies a new chapter in the French-Canadian producer’s musical journey. Be a part of it at YES.
The Strange Tale of Charlie Chaplin and Stan Laurel at HOME
Described as ‘immensely charming’ by The Stage, this hilarious homage to the masters of slapstick and silent comedy comes to HOME Manchester.
BBC Philharmonic: Szymanowski/Myaskovsky at The Bridgewater Hall
Joined by celebrated violinist Liza Ferschtman, the BBC Philharmonic presents two Eastern European masterpieces and an epic symphony by Myaskovsky.
Night of the Living Dead – Remix at Leeds Playhouse
imitating the dog and Leeds Playhouse bring a unique shot-for-shot stage recreation of George A. Romero’s classic 1968 zombie movie.
House of Suarez + Contact: Vogue Ball 2020 at Manchester Academy
Daring, fabulous and with a nautical twist for 2020, House of Suarez are back to host the ultimate battle for dance supremacy.
2020 Banner Display at People’s History Museum
Visit People’s History Museum’s 2020 display of political banners from across the years – including several that will go on public show for the first time.
Ho Tzu Nyen: The Critical Dictionary of Southeast Asia Volume 10: N for Nameless at CFCCA
CFCCA presents Singapore artist Ho Tzu Nyen’s alternative ‘A to Z’ account of Southeast Asia, focusing on the region’s neglected histories.
People’s History Museum 10th Birthday
People’s History Museum – Manchester’s national museum of democracy – celebrates its 10th birthday with a special weekend of events.
Video Jam Presents ‘Spaces-in-between’ at Royal Northern College of Music
Movies meet music as Video Jam presents an evening of five commissioned short films by international artists, each scored by a different UK composer.
Utopias at the Whitworth
How have visions of utopia and the visual culture that helped form it impacted upon the Brexit debate? A new exhibition at the Whitworth explores.
Anna Meredith at Gorilla
Straddling a multitude of genres, from techno to contemporary classical, Anna Meredith’s new album Fibs is a sheer delight. Her gig at Gorilla will be, too.
Yelena Popova: The Scholar Stones Project at The Holden Gallery
After growing up in the closed city of Ozyorsk – the birthplace of the Soviet nuclear weapons programme – Yelena Popova’s work reflects a fascination with nuclear history.
PN Review 250th issue launch at Christie’s Bistro
The Carcanet 50th birthday celebrations continue, with a very special launch party for the spring issue and 250th edition of the poetry publishing house’s literary journal, PN Review.
Digging Deep at The National Coal Mining Museum
In their first ever exhibition looking at the role of immigrants in the coal industry, Digging Deep explores black miners’ stories.
Co-lab Theory at Gorilla
Featuring eight emerging artists from Manchester and the north, Reform Radio presents the culmination of their latest artist-led project, Co-lab Theory.
Culture Guides
Exhibitions
Power and conflict, rock and reggae, and rebellious acts by the over 60s all feature in this month’s pick of exhibitions from across the north.
Literature
Our shiny new diaries are filling up fast as details of prize-giving galas, poetry and prose launches, and some old favourites announce dates and details.
Classical Music in Manchester and the North
We preview the standout classical music events and venues in Manchester.
Food and Drink in Manchester and the North
Looking to eat some of the North’s finest food in January 2020? Kick the decade off with our guide to all things to eat and drink in Manchester and beyond.
Tours and Activities
Start the decade with a new experience and take inspiration from our January Tours and Activities guide.
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