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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 throughout the North.
Band on the Wall Reopening Season
Following a major expansion project, Band on the Wall is throwing open its doors in March 2022, and there’s a huge reopening season on the cards.
Queer Contact Festival 2022
The ultimate celebration of art and creativity in the LGBTQ+ community, Queer Contact Festival returns to the Contact Theatre for 2022.
Jarman at HOME
As part of a collaboration with Manchester Art Gallery and the PROTEST! exhibition, HOME host a complete retrospective of the films of one of the most influential figures in contemporary British culture.
PUSH LAB 2022 at HOME
PUSH LAB 2022 is a week of workshops where you’ll be talking, playing and reconnecting, designed for artists of all disciplines and held at HOME.
Where We Live at Millennium Gallery, Sheffield
The exhibition gathers paintings by five artists who focus on places that are often architecturally overlooked yet close to our hearts – our homes, residential areas and the daily, urban surroundings that so many of us encounter and navigate every day.
Echo and the Bunnymen at Albert Hall
One of the most influential British bands in modern history, Echo and the Bunnymen are celebrating “40 years of magical songs” at the majestic Albert Hall.
RNCM Brass Band Festival at RNCM
The RNCM Brass Band Festival is back with a two-day showcase of some of the UK’s leading brass bands, plus top international soloists.
RNCM Symphony Orchestra with Anu Tali (conductor) at RNCM
The RNCM Symphony Orchestra is joined by organist Anna Lapwood and conductor Anu Tali for an evening of specially selected symphonic works.
RNCM Lunchtime and Spotlight Concerts
It’s not just Symphony Orchestras or big name artists that perform as the RNCM, their lunchtime and spotlight concerts showcase the best student performers in more intimate settings.
Hannah Platt & Good Kids (Work in Progress) at Fierce Bar
A double headlining stand up comedy bill from likeable Midlands sketch-slash-music double act Good Kids and Merseyside-via-Manchester’s finest misanthrope Hannah Platt.
Cancer Revolution: Science, Innovation and Hope
Explore how science is fuelling a revolution in cancer care and offering a hopeful view into the future with Cancer Revolution: Science, innovation and hope.
Fatal Attraction at Manchester Opera House
The Paramount Pictures film was one of the highest-grossing movies of the 1980s, now the stage adaptation is tipped to be one of the hottest theatre tickets of 2022.
Transform Festival 21-22
Leeds’ Transform Festival is an engine room of powerful, urgent and trailblazing performance, visual arts, dance, conversations and adventure.
Motionhouse: Nobody at the Lawrence Batley Theatre
A thrilling dance-circus world premiere from the ever-brilliant Motionhouse – exploring the tension between our inner lives and how we make sense of the world around us.
The Hound of the Baskervilles at The Lowry
Arguably one of the greatest detective stories of all time, the timeless tale is given a fresh and farcical overhaul in Lotte Wakeham’s acclaimed production. A treat for all ages.
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Exhibitions
It’s shaping up to be a wonderful year for exhibitions in Manchester and the North, and January brings with it some very exciting shows.
Literature
As we dive headlong into our reading and writing events for 2022, there’s plenty lined up – some online, some in person and some incorporating a bit of both.
Classical Music in Manchester and the North
We preview the standout classical music events and venues in Manchester and the north.
Food and Drink in Manchester and the North
Start the year with something special and by checking out some of the most exciting restaurants and bars in Manchester and the North.
Tours and Activities
The new year is a perfect time to get creative. It’s all about fresh starts, a shift in ideas and creating space in your life for growth.
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