Street Culture Takeover at Aviva Studios

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Street Culture Takeover at Aviva Studios
Image courtesy of Factory International.

Street Culture Takeover at Aviva Studios, Manchester 18 November 2023 Entrance is free — Visit now

Factory International are bringing the rebellious spirit of the streets to Aviva Studios. Expect a day packed with some of the best of Manchester’s rich street culture.

Happening as part of  The Welcome, a nine-day celebration to mark the opening of Manchester’s newest arts space, Street Culture Takeover invites some of the hottest street artists and collectives into Aviva Studios. Expect a true Manchester affair celebrating the different cultures that make up the city – from hip-hop to the latest in dance and fashion.

Exhilarating and celebratory, expect to see artists going head-to-head in rap battles, BMXing, skate demos and performances. There will also be a series of free workshops happening throughout the day too. We’ll bring full details as soon as we know.

Street Culture Takeover at Aviva Studios, Manchester 18 November 2023 Entrance is free Visit now

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