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This month

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The Mini Met: Playwriting from local queer voices workshop with Ellie Harrington

Connect to Manchester’s LGBTQ+ history with Bury-based scriptwriter and director Ellie Harrington. A FREE playwriting workshop in Bury's Mill Gate Shopping Centre as part of the Mini Met project.

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Meet Me at The Met

Meet Me at The Met is a social arts group for over 50s. Join us at The Met for a fun, relaxed and social time with friends old and new.

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Leaps and Bounds

Incorporating different dance styles for children aged 5–10, Leaps and Bounds is for young people of all abilities.

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The School of Curiosity (Spring term 12 Jan – 30 Mar 2026)

Is your child aged 10-14 and bursting with creativity? Do they love reading and telling stories? Do they have a passion for the world of imagination? Then look no further!

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Learn Harmonica (spring term 12 January – 9 March 2026)

A course in harmonica playing all levels, led by former British blues harmonica champion Mat Walklate.

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Bury Youth Dance

Join us in Bury Youth Dance to develop skills, create new work, perform at a range of platforms and make connections to build career paths in dance.

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Metro Jazz (spring term 19 January – 30 March 2026)

Metro Jazz is our community jazz orchestra, led by saxophonist and educator Munch Manship. Whether you're a seasoned player or a curious beginner, you're welcome to come and join.

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Met Express

Met Express is The Met’s very own learning disability theatre company.

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Bury Youth Theatre Juniors

Bury Youth Theatre Juniors is a place where 5-11 years old you can be themselves, be creative and find new talents with like-minded friends.

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Curiosity Club (Spring term 14 Jan – 1 Apr 2026)

Looking for a creative social club for young people aged 14-16? Then look no further! Curiosity Club offers weekly, youth centred workshops where creativity and community come together.

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Home Educated Drama Workshop

A weekly drama class specially created for children and young people who are home educated.

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Movers and Shakers

A fun movement-led workshop for children aged 1-5 and their grown-ups.

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  • Wed 25 Feb 5:00 PM
  • Wed 4 Mar 5:00 PM + more times

Bury Youth Theatre Seniors

Bury Youth Theatre Seniors is a place where 11-18 years old you can be themselves, be creative and find new talents with like-minded friends.

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  • Sat 28 Feb 9:30 AM
  • Sat 7 Mar 9:30 AM + more times

Aiming High

Aiming High is The Met’s specialist drama group for learning disabled and autistic young people.

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The Mini Met: Hidden Worlds Textile Workshop with Textiles by Murron

Step into the enchanting world of nature with contemporary textile artist Murron Fraser. A FREE workshop in Bury's Mill Gate Shopping Centre as part of the Mini Met project.

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  • Tue 3 Mar 6:30 PM
  • Tue 10 Mar 6:30 PM + more times

Introduction to Playwriting

A fun and relaxed course about writing for the stage.

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Queer Tales For Autistic Folk – Storytelling Workshop

Join comedian Cerys Bradley for an inclusive, interactive workshop where you'll learn how to create your own "choose your own adventure" story.

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