Mother’s Ruin
Creative Tourist
Hosted by Timberlina and starring an inimitable mix of beautiful, radical performers from the North West and beyond.
What's on at Contact Theatre
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Manchester Literature Festival 2024
Now in its 19th year, Manchester Literature Festival returns this autumn, running city-wide across a variety of venues from 4 to 20 October.
from £10.00Where to go near Mother’s Ruin
Manchester
Manchester Metropolitan University Special Collections
A hidden gem of a library and museum – a tiny treat hidden on MMU’s All Saints campus
Manchester
Kimpton Clocktower Hotel
The Principal Manchester (formerly The Palace Hotel) is one of Manchester’s most iconic buildings.
Manchester
The Deaf Institute
The Deaf Institute is a vibrant gig venue and nightclub for which it is well worth taking a jaunt out of the Northern Quarter.
Manchester
Catalog Bookshop
Find Peter and his Christiania cargo bike around All Saints Park, a hop, skip and a bunnyhop from Manchester Poetry Library.
Manchester
Sandbar
Sandbar, just off Oxford Road in Manchester, is a well-loved watering hole, with a great selection of ales and some eccentric seating.
Manchester
Johnny Roadhouse
Buffeted by fried chicken outlets, legendary musical instrument emporium Johnny Roadhouse has been serving the local music community for over 50 years.
Manchester
Manchester Metropolitan University Grosvenor East Building
The home of Arts & Humanities, the Manchester Writing School, Manchester School of Theatre and Manchester Poetry Library at Manchester Metropolitan University – off All Saints Park (Grosvenor Square)
Oxford Road
Pavement Gallery in Manchester
Pavement Gallery is a window space on a street corner providing a highly visible stage for the display of international contemporary art.
Manchester
Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM)
The Royal Northern College of Music is both a music venue and an academic institution for the country’s finest music students.
Manchester
Eighth Day
Eighth Day is a co-operative shop that sells ethically-sourced food, wine and cosmetics. There’s also café that serves hearty, healthy meals in the basement.
Manchester
The Proud Place
Based in the heart of Manchester on Sidney Street, The Proud Place houses The Proud Trust and serves as a community hub for the wider LGBT+ population across Greater Manchester and beyond.
What's on: Theatre
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Factory International Gift Membership
If you’re hunting for the perfect present – a Factory International Gift Membership could be just the ticket.
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Factory International Membership
Get priority booking on the best seats, special discounts, invitations to exclusive events and much more. Are you in?
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A Midsummer Night’s Dream at the Royal Exchange Theatre
This contemporary adaptation promises a “whirlwind of sweaty dance-offs” and “drum and bass love anthems” in a celebratory nod to Manchester’s dance, music and rave culture.
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Ephemeral Ensemble: Rewind at the Bluecoat
Performed on the 51st anniversary of the military coup that took place in Chile, this acclaimed play offers a perceptive portrayal of oppression and dissent in Latin America.
from £16.50
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Gwyneth Goes Skiing at Hope Mill Theatre
Packed with the same absurdity as the Wagatha Christie trial, Gwyneth Paltrow’s 2023 ski trial caught the imagination of the ever-brilliant Awkward Productions.
from £23.00
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A Raisin in the Sun at Leeds Playhouse
Director Tinuke Craig joins forces with leading theatre company Headlong for a fresh new production of A Raisin in the Sun.
from £15.00
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Encounter Festival in Preston
Expect a joyous weekend loaded with outdoor performances, live music, hands-on family events, and of course, Preston’s signature Torchlight Procession and firework display.
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Family things to do in Manchester and the North
Summer is in full swing and Manchester and the north is brimming with fun activities for families.
Cinema in Manchester and the North
Look out for Widescreen Weekend, a celebration of Women of the West and a Leeds Cinema Crawl as we head into leafy Autumn.
Theatre in Manchester and the North
Punchy verbatim shows, comedy festivals and rave-fuelled Shakespeare feature in this month’s eclectic pick of live theatre.
Classical Music in Manchester and the North
Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.
Music in Manchester and the North
From synth pop and jazz punk to meditative piano and Indian classical, read about the autumn shows that have piqued our interest.
Exhibitions in Manchester and the North
From intricate textiles to a medieval poem-inspired arts festival, there is lots of new art to see before the autumn rains start for good.
Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North
Develop a new skill with this month's workshop and learning based tours and activities guide.
Food and Drink in Manchester and the North
Take some eating-out tips from this month's guide to food and drink in Manchester and the North.
Literature Events in Manchester and the North
In this round-up, we have bookmarks as well as books, plus plenty to do both on- and offline.