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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.
Summer Theatre at HOME
At a time when theatres ordinarily begin to wind down for the summer, HOME springs to life with three unique shows that demand to be seen.
Viva la Diva at Buxton Opera House
Packed with laughs, cross-dressing and cases of mistaken identity, this is a brand-new English version of Donizetti’s comic opera, adapted by renowned screenwriter Kit Hesketh-Harvey.
Bridgewater Lates at RHS Garden Bridgewater
This June, head to RHS Garden Bridgewater for a weekly series of entertaining and thought-provoking after-hours talks, discussions and workshops.
One Man, Two Guvnors
The hilarious smash hit comedy One Man, Two Guvnors explodes into the North West this summer in a brand-new production.
Gypsy: A Musical Fable at Buxton Opera House
Treat yourself to a taste of Broadway in the picturesque Derbyshire hills this summer.
The Strokes at Lytham Festival
The Strokes, darlings of the early noughties indie rock scene, are heading to Lytham Festival this summer – their only North of England date this year.
Sounds of the City: Pixies at Castlefield Bowl
Legendary Boston band Pixies will take to the Castlefield Bowl stage this summer, supported by The Slow Readers Club and Klangstof.
The Gruffalo at The Lowry
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories’ magical, musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson’s well-loved picture book.
Barbara Nicholls’ watercolours and ‘Dovetailing’ at Windermere Jetty Museum
Barbara Nicholls’ grand watercolours and the collaborative project ‘Dovetailing’ are on display in Cumbria this summer, right by the beautiful Windermere.
Manchester Psych Fest 2022
Manchester Psych Fest, the UK’s leading psychedelic music and arts festival, returns in September 2022. We explore the line-up.
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Exhibitions
Let’s make the most of early summer, with this month’s selection of brand new art exhibitions from across the North!
Literature
There’s plenty of sunshine-drenched reading to immerse yourself in from established names and emerging talent, poets and prose writers alike, both in real life as well as online.
Classical Music in Manchester and the North
We preview the standout classical music events and venues in Manchester and the north.
Food and Drink
Plan for July’s food and drink outings at some of the best restaurants and bars in Manchester and the North.
Tours and Activities
Get out in the sun this month with tours and activities that will have you engaging positively with the climate, taking the plunge in Salford Quays and getting creative.
Destination Guides
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