Vivaldi’s The Four Seasons is the subject of this concert by the Cosmo Strings ensemble. The group tackles Max Richter’s take on this ubiquitous piece, however, for this evening with a twist. T
he programme also features ‘re-imaginings’ of pieces by Bach, Ravel, Stockhausen and Kurtág, performed by composer, pianist, band leader and RNCM PhD student Bruno Heinen.
Celebrated jazz trombonist Dennis Rollins takes to the stage with the RNCM Big Band to deliver an evening of standout tunes from his album The 11th Gate.
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Step into a wintry tale of magic and mystique as students of the RNCM bring Rimsky-Korsakov’s The Snow Maiden to life for the very first time at the College.
from £15.00
The RNCM’s Autumn Season brings with it an incredibly diverse programme of live music from across the genre spectrum. Here are our highlights.
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The RNCM’s Christmas Family Day sees the WFEL Fairey Band provide live accompaniment to a screening of Shaun the Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas.
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San Carlo Fumo may be part of a chain, but it doesn’t feel like it. Right at the top of Oxford Road, it’s lavishly decorated and specialises in cicchetti, or Italian small plates.
Utility Gift Shop on Oxford Road is all about products that are new, unique, quirky and cool. High street shopping at its best.
Following a major redevelopment, the iconic venue on Oxford Road will be reopening its doors to welcome the public back into the building this autumn.
The Principal Manchester (formerly The Palace Hotel) is one of Manchester’s most iconic buildings.
A hidden gem of a library and museum – a tiny treat hidden on MMU’s All Saints campus
This traditional boozer, surrounded by imposing flats and university buildings, was taken over by Trof (of the Deaf Institute fame). The Sally, as the regulars call it, hosts an energetic, arty crowd – and its recently expanded outside area is another good reason to visit.
Pavement Gallery is a window space on a street corner providing a highly visible stage for the display of international contemporary art.
Events venue, shop, eat and relax at MMU Student’s Union, the heart of Manchester Metropolitan University.
Manchester Metropolitan University Students’ Union building houses a bar and various other facilities for students and staff.
The Deaf Institute is a vibrant gig venue and nightclub for which it is well worth taking a jaunt out of the Northern Quarter.
The Manchester Museum isn’t one of the UK’s leading university museums for nothing – it has six million objects in its stores, including a full size T-Rex skeleton, and that’s just for starters.
Learn some DJ and production skills with DJ Gym Manchester, based in the culturally infused surrounds of Hatch.
from £269
Old Chapel Music studio in Holdback, Leeds is offering an interactive historical music tour that opens its doors and ears to the public.
free entry
Sing a range of songs in the Folk and World Music Choir, learn how to get the most out of your voice whilst making new friends.
A relaxed and friendly choir for over fifties, Golden Voices Choir brings people together from all walks to life to sing, laugh and have fun.
An outstanding orchestra live in a world-class concert hall – read about the BBC Philharmonic’s Autumn Season at The Bridgewater Hall.
from £14.50
The Bridgewater Hall’s flagship concert series brings the best international orchestras, celebrated recitalists and world renowned choirs to Manchester.
from £14.50
An intimate series of evening events taking place in the atmospheric and beautiful surroundings of Manchester Jewish Museum. Step out and experience something new.
from £11.00
The RNCM’s Autumn Season brings with it an incredibly diverse programme of live music from across the genre spectrum. Here are our highlights.
from £8.50
Provocative new writing, glitzy burlesque and big budget shows, our theatre guide spans the festive season and beyond.
Keep warm with festive feasts, Hollywood stars and 90s nostalgia across the North's cinemas this December.
It might be curl-up-with-a-book season, but there's lots to get out and about for and plenty of events where you can stock up on new reads.
Spotlighting global artists who all, in one way or another, break the mould, we preview the best gigs happening this side of Christmas and beyond.
Festive frolics, monstrous theatre and magical outdoor adventures all feature in our latest picks of things to do with the family.
While rainy late autumn may not be the most energising of seasons, there is plenty of new art to see and inspire this month!
We're unapologetically entering into the Christmas spirit here at Tours and Activities with some alternative festive fun.
The best food and drink options in Manchester and the North for the upcoming winter months.
