Factory International Membership

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor
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Image courtesy of Jody Hartley (2023)

Factory International Membership at Aviva Studios, Manchester Until 18 January 2025 Tickets from £45.00 — Book now

If you’ve made a promise to experience more arts and culture in 2024 – you’re in the right place. A Factory International Membership will unlock a year of unforgettable art experiences and cultural goodness.

Whether you want to try something new or fill your calendar with everything you love – a Factory International Membership means you’ll be first in line for the hottest tickets. Get closer to top-notch theatre, art, music and much more. Whatever you fancy, a Factory International Membership makes accessing world-class culture plain sailing, all year round.

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Image courtesy of David Levene (2023).

With brand new, evocative shows just announced for Factory International’s thrilling 2024 season at Aviva Studios, we can’t think of a better time to become a Member. Experience the explosive theatre production Dark Noon following a phenomenal UK premiere at Edinburgh Fringe 2023, and the thought-provoking must-see show, The Long Shadow of Alois Brunner, by Syrian playwright Mudar Alhaggi. Plus, there are also two special performances from Mercury Prize-winning singer, songwriter and producer Sampha happening in February. And, if you’re looking for something a little different, there’s a four-day takeover of workshops, people’s assemblies, talks and performances brought to you by Hard Art (a collective that includes Brian Eno, Es Devlin and Jeremy Deller). We understand that more show announcements will be made soon too – we’ll bring you the full details once we have them.

Once you’re a member, you’ll have access to 12 months of priority booking for all Factory International shows and events, meaning you get first dibs on the best seats in the house. In addition to priority booking, you’ll receive exclusive offers and discounts at Aviva Studios (great for pre-show catch-ups), preview groundbreaking digital content before anyone else, and get invitations to special events too. Members can also stay bang up-to-date with all the latest news via a Members-only e-newsletter and there will be an exclusive Members’ gift for you to pick up on your first visit.

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Image courtesy of Matthew Curtis (2023).

Membership is an absolute steal at just £45 for the whole year. Plus, when you purchase a Factory International Membership, you’ll also be supporting some of the organisation’s fantastic training and engagement programmes with emerging artists and communities across Manchester.

Now is the time to become a member. Get that diary filled with arresting art and explosive culture. Make 2024 extraordinary – buy your Factory International Membership online today.

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Factory International Membership at Aviva Studios, Manchester Until 18 January 2025 Tickets from £45.00 Book now

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