Head to the Exchange and catch the last performance of this superb Caryl Churchill double bill on International Women’s Day.

On 7 March, Grub’s hosting a special International Women’s Day Quiz. Not only will you be showcasing your knowledge, but you’ll also be supporting a fantastic cause! Every Month Manchester, a dedicated period poverty charity, is running this event to raise funds and awareness. Part of Lass Fest, a week of events taking place at three venues: Grub, Fairfield Social Club and Cultplex.

Throughout 2025, the team at Elizabeth Gaskell’s House is taking a deep dive into Ruth, one of the famous 19th-century author’s most shocking texts. Her novel about a single mother was “banned, burned and denounced from the pulpit” for its controversial storyline.

The exhibition is organised by Tate Britain and has previously toured around the country. Its newest edition at the Whitworth has been specially curated with consideration of Manchester’s local history, and is the first free-to-enter iteration of the show.

While the thematic concerns of the makers are wide-ranging, they all share a fascination with the material of clay and its seemingly endless possibilities, showcasing the breadth of contemporary fine art ceramics. All three exhibitions are underpinned by feminist ideas, challenging gender stereotypes and colonialist practices, while often employing humour as an effective form of visual communication.

Her Productions gives Noel Coward’s classic farce – Blithe Spirit – a Northern makeover this February. Fierce, funny and feminist, Her Productions are back with their first new show for 2025, premiering at Hope Mill Theatre before transferring to The Dukes Lancaster.

In this illuminating talk, cultural historian and Creative Producer Dr Debbie Challis will guide audiences through the literary influences and social circles of mid-Victorian artist Ann Mary Severn Newton.

An in-person event presented by Nubian Noire. Bringing together industry professionals, creatives, and audiences, the evening will shine a spotlight on female-driven storytelling and the power of authentic representation.