Johnny James

Test Card is a community exploring the development of new software, technologies and techniques in the area of audio-visual performance. On Tuesday 9 October, they hold their first event The Hillary Step.

The Hallé has a bumper Christmas season in store, decking the (Bridgewater) hall with festive pop, cinematic magic and roaring-twenties glamour.

Need a helping hand finding that festive spirit? Look no further than the Hallé Christmas Extravaganza!

Performing Howard Blake’s wonderful score, the Hallé will provide a live accompaniment for a screening of Raymond Briggs’ animated classic, The Snowman.

Perfect for winter, Finlandia will celebrate the two towering figures of Scandinavian classical music – Sibelius and Grieg.

Casino Royale in Concert: For the first time ever, experience Bond on the big screen accompanied by the full force of the Hallé performing David Arnold’s thrilling musical score live and in sync to picture!

Get It Done welcome you to their first Mansion night, a festival exhibition with a brand new idea. Mixing together a host of exciting art, installations, performance, and some of Manchester’s best music, they’re taking Antwerp Mansion back to its artistic roots and providing a treat for all the senses.

At this ‘American Utopia’ concert, David Byrne will draw on solo material as well as his days with Talking Heads. Don’t miss the chance to catch the legendary artist at Manchester Arena in November!

In the nineteen years since Pavement called it a day, Stephen Malkmus has continued to forge a singular path. His most recent album, ‘Sparkle Hard’, feels surprisingly rooted in the modern day, and is among his best.

Parcels are one of the most downright fun bands around at the moment. Fusing funk, disco and pop, they sound like an amalgamation of The Beach Boys and Chic. With a debut album just around the corner, now is the time to indulge in the hip swinging joy of one of their live shows.