The Welcome: Soundtrack at Aviva Studios

Name: The Welcome: Soundtrack at Aviva Studios
Start: 2023-11-11T00:00:00
End: 2023-11-19T00:00:00
Location: Aviva Studios

Creative Tourist Last Updated 1 November 2023

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The Welcome: Soundtrack

Aviva Studios, Manchester

11-19 November 2023

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

Free

The Welcome: Soundtrack at Aviva Studios — Image courtesy of Ginny Koppenhol.

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Happening as part of The Welcome, a nine-day celebration to mark the opening of Manchester’s newest arts space, The Welcome: Soundtrack is an exciting showcase of music from across Greater Manchester and beyond. Well, every celebratory event needs an epic soundtrack, doesn’t it?

Shining the light on incredible vocalists, instrumentalists, bands, DJs and more, you’ll find everything from hip hop and soul to afro-funk and punk on offer. Hear the soulful tones of Dija Bhlue and be sure to check out reggae and hip hop from rapper J.Chambers and Indian jazz-rock band Wingspread.

With artists spanning many different backgrounds, genres and musical styles, there’s something for everyone to get on board with. Come, get involved and celebrate the exceptional musical talent of our city.

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A black-and-white image of Ai Weiwei sitting upright on a small stool in a sparse, cell-like room. He faces the camera with his hands resting on his knees. Behind him is a white brick wall, and to his right there is a simple metal bed frame with a thin mattress. The lighting is stark, casting strong shadows on the wall and floor, giving the scene a stark, surveillance-like atmosphere

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Ai Weiwei: Sewing a Button at Aviva Studios

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Space Station Earth at Aviva Studios

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Crippled with Laughter at Aviva Studios

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Group of people line dancing, following the steps of a single person on stage with a glittery backdrop.

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Sip and Paint: Movement and Expression at Aviva Studios

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Illustrated purple hands applauding on an orange background.

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