Factory Spotlight: Savanna Darnell + Friends at Aviva Studios

The Hallé invites audiences to a year of classical masterpieces, world premieres and appearances by some electrifying artists and composers.

In a live, 24-hour performance, Ai Weiwei will place himself back inside a room that once governed every aspect of his daily life.

A major new dance work brings Sinéad O’Connor’s uncompromising voice back into the room, responding to a life lived against the grain.

Just announced – Rambert brings Russell T Davies’ acclaimed drama It’s a Sin to the stage, premiering at Aviva Studios before a major UK tour.

From a hamlet on a road to nowhere to one of Manchester’s most desirable suburbs. What’s the story behind Chorlton-cum-Hardy?

Part performance, part conversation, Hannah Maxwell’s work-in-progress invites audiences into the creative process before its Fringe debut.

From years spent languishing in post-industrial decline to being crowned one of ‘the coolest neighbourhoods in the world’. What’s the story behind Ancoats?

Join Jonathan Schofield Tours and explore dark side of Manchester with shocking stories, grubby stories and hilarious stories.

Band on the Wall bring people together to make, as well as watch, music. Join them to learn folk tunes from all over the world.

Join a knowledgable expert for a guided tour of Chetham’s Library and discover one of the city’s richest hidden gems.

Whether you have never put pencil to paper or have been honing your artistic skills for years, Bee Creative studio runs life drawing sessions for people of all abilities.

Visit key locations associated with a moment that helped shape the future of the nation, tracing the footsteps of those who stood for change.