MMU Birley Campus
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Birley is Manchester Met’s world-class centre for Education and Health Professionals and the university’s flagship community campus.
What's on near MMU Birley Campus
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RNCM Autumn Season
From soul legends to fantastical opera, live art to dance’s cutting edge, we select our highlights from the RNCM’s Autumn Season.
from £8
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Inspirational Artists at RNCM
The RNCM launches its brand new Inspirational Artists series, spotlighting a huge range of touring musicians and ensembles, each bringing something unique to the stage.
from £12.50
RNCM Big Band with Madeline Bell (vocals) at RNCM
This December, legendary singer Madeline Bell joins the RNCM Big Band for a night of soaring soul.
from £12.00
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Chabrier: L’étoile at RNCM
Step into the eccentric world of Emmanuel Chabrier’s L’étoile, an opéra bouffe bursting with wit, satire, and fantastical music.
from £15.00
RNCM ArkEnsemble with Company Chameleon at RNCM
ArkEnsemble and dancers from Company Chameleon unite to produce an immersive experience that transcends the ordinary.
from £12.00
Buster Keaton and Charlie Chaplin Double-Bill at RNCM
Organist Darius Battiwalla and RNCM students perform a live improvised soundtrack to accompany two of silent cinema’s most iconic comedy films.
from £12.00
RNCM Symphony Orchestra: La valse at RNCM
As part of the RNCM’s new Dance:Music initiative, the RNCM Symphony Orchestra presents a stunning programme born from dance.
from £11.00
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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 MMU Birley Campus
Manchester
Manchester School of Art
The Manchester School of Art, of which the Holden Gallery is a part, is a beautiful neo-Gothic building that’s part of MMU’s All Saints campus.
Manchester
The Holden Gallery
Manchester School of Art’s Holden Gallery at Manchester Metropolitan University, offers an ongoing programme of exhibitions that are open free to the public.
Manchester
MMU Student’s Union
Events venue, shop, eat and relax at MMU Student’s Union, the heart of Manchester Metropolitan University.
Manchester
MMU Student Union
Manchester Metropolitan University Students’ Union building houses a bar and various other facilities for students and staff.
Manchester
The Salutation
This traditional boozer, surrounded by imposing flats and university buildings, was taken over by Trof (of the Deaf Institute fame). The Sally, as the regulars call it, hosts an energetic, arty crowd – and its recently expanded outside area is another good reason to visit.
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
All Saints Library
Formerly the Sir Kenneth Green Library, All Saints Library is part of Manchester Metropolitan University.
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
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)
Manchester
BrewDog Manchester Outpost
Situated on Oxford Road, BrewDog Manchester Outpost is a great spot to enjoy tasty BrewDog beers and a wide-spread guest selection.
Manchester
Contact Theatre
Following a major redevelopment, the iconic venue on Oxford Road will be reopening its doors to welcome the public back into the building this autumn.
Manchester District Guides
Culture Guides
Literature Events in Manchester and the North
Our reading matter lately has included lots of festival programmes, with Manchester Literature Festival already underway and Litfest in Lancaster due to start very soon.
Family things to do in Manchester and the North
Autumn's packed with arts and cultural fun for families. Read our latest picks, from theatrical classics to interactive activities.
Music in Manchester and the North
From DIY gigs to blockbuster multi-media events, we’ve covered the lot in our latest round-up of unmissable live music.
Theatre in Manchester and the North
Experimental performance, Halloween-themed cabaret and an eclectic selection of dance all take top spots in our new guide.
Exhibitions in Manchester and the North
Autumn may just be the best season for new exhibitions - this month's guide has it all, from Turner Prize nominees to joyful ceramics.
Cinema in Manchester and the North
A host of Halloween horrors, London Film Festival in Manchester, plus silent movie masterpieces are amongst our highlights this month.
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.
Tours and Activities in Manchester and the North
Seek out beauty in the mundane, or seek it out in the selections of the UK's best rising visual artists in this month's Tours and Activities guide.