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Andy Fairweather Low and the Low Riders

Sweet soulful music from a remarkable band with a remarkable front man.

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The Silhouette Band – Essentially 60s

An essentially ’60s show full of toe tapping hits and nostalgia. The Silhouette Band captivate with their style and unique performance. You will be hooked from the first note.

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The Luke Combs Experience

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with amazing music and good vibes as we welcome the UK's best tribute to country superstar Luke Combs to Bury.

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Awen Ensemble

Folk-jazz seven-piece the Awen Ensemble create melodic, groove driven compositions that explore folklore, landscape, and the human mind.

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  • Sun 8 Feb 2026 7:30 PM

Ist Ist

Bury's vinyl record shop Wax and Beans are bringing Ist Ist to Bury to perform their new album Dagger in full

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  • Fri 30 Jan 2026 7:30 PM

Cast

Bury's vinyl record shop Wax and Beans are bringing Cast to Bury for a show launching their new album Yeah Yeah Yeah.

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Teach Rex Live

This unique interactive show teaches children about the most mesmerising creatures that have ever roamed our planet – dinosaurs! Ages 3+.

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Focus

Focus, the iconic 1960s/70s progressive rock band, return to The Met fresh from a successful world tour and the release of their new album Focus 12.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Fee-fi-fo-FUN! Get ready for a GIANT panto adventure with Jack and the Beanstalk.

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An evening with Cardinal Black

Experience Cardinal Black like never before. Featuring stripped-back performances from their albums January Came Close and Midnight at The Valencia, paired with untold stories from the rehearsal rooms and tales from the...

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Get A Round In

Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music. Featuring Chris Tavener, Danny Bradley, and Ben P Williams.

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Get A Round In

Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music.

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Get A Round In

Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music.

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Get A Round In

Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music.

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Get A Round In

Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music.

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Get A Round In

Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music.

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Emerging Showcase: Make Friends + Kieran Arnold + Charlotte Mary

Bristol based band Make Friends bring their unique indie-pop sound to Bury for the first time. Supported by local talent Kieran Arnold and Charlotte Mary.

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Emerging Showcase: Gabrielle Sey + Emma Jane Mansfield

The Met’s regular night showcasing emerging artists returns with an evening spotlighting two exciting singer-songwriters.

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Hay!

Hay! can stuff a scarecrow, scatter the crows or be a beautiful surprise. Take a trip into the heart of the countryside in a highly accessible show about spreading your wings.

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Bury Music: Battle of the Bands

Bury Music return to The Met! Witness the best local up and coming bands as they battle to represent Bury in the Greater Manchester Music Hub Battle of the Bands.

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Baby Rock Sampler: Hackney Colliery Band

A family friendly gig for parents, carers, and their kids – featuring exhilarating 21st century brass nine-piece the Hackney Colliery Band.

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Arctic Numpties – Debut Album 20th Anniversary Show

Experience the ultimate Arctic Monkeys tribute with Yorkshire's own Arctic Numpties! Featuring their iconic debut album in full, plus hits from their other albums.

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The Celtic Social Club

Shaking up the Celtic music tradition, this Franco-Irish musical powerhouse celebrate traditional music from Brittany, Ireland, Scotland and Asturias in an exciting mix of rock, pop, folk and groove.

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Theatre - Last session: Sat 6 Dec 2025 at 8:00 PM - This event has now passed

Met Express Christmas Show

Join Met Express, The Met’s in-house learning-disabled theatre company, for their re-telling of the classic adventure, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang.

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BBS On Tour 2.0

A night filled of music, fun, and entertainment in aid of Bury Society for Blind and Partially Sighted People.

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Emerging Showcase: Little Strange + Tommy Ball

The Met's emerging artists night is back for 2026, featuring the genre-blending rock of Manchester's Little Strange and the soulful, finger-picking songwriting of Blackburn's Tommy Ball.

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Chicago Teen Edition

PADOS Youth Theatre Group brings the iconic story of Chicago murderesses Roxie Hart and Velma Kelly to life, in this new production of the longest-running American musical in Broadway history.

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Out of the Box

Out of the Box is a family-friendly comedy clown show full of tricks and fun, where every audience member leaves feeling like a star.

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Kris Drever

Get ready for a captivating night of modern acoustic music and traditional folk with highly acclaimed Scottish singer-songwriter Kris Drever, known for his evocative songs and expressive guitar playing.

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The Grahams

Americana duo Alyssa and Doug Graham come to The Met with their new, highly personal album The Bridge – inspired by their decades-long journey, family life, and collaborative Nashville songwriting.

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Latest workshops on sale

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  • Tue 3 Mar 2026 6:30 PM
  • Tue 10 Mar 2026 6:30 PM + more times

Introduction to Playwriting

A fun and relaxed course about writing for the stage.

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Rockfit Rockathon

Join us this January as we kickstart 2026 with a 90 minute Rockathon. This is the perfect way to help get your body moving after a glorious Christmas break.

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  • Wed 14 Jan 2026 7:00 PM
  • Wed 21 Jan 2026 5:00 PM + more times

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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  • Wed 7 Jan 2026 5:00 PM
  • Wed 14 Jan 2026 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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  • Tue 6 Jan 2026 5:00 PM
  • Tue 13 Jan 2026 5:00 PM + more times

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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Queer Tales For Autistic Folk – Storytelling Workshop

This workshop accompanies comedian Cerys Bradley’s show Queer Tales For Autistic Folk, which can be seen at The Met at 7pm on the same day.

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  • Mon 5 Jan 2026 6:30 PM
  • Mon 12 Jan 2026 6:30 PM + more times

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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Home Educated Drama Workshop

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

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  • Mon 12 Jan 2026 5:00 PM
  • Mon 19 Jan 2026 5:00 PM + more times

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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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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Movers and Shakers

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

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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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  • Mon 12 Jan 2026 6:00 PM
  • Mon 19 Jan 2026 6:00 PM + more times

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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  • Mon 5 Jan 2026 7:00 PM
  • Tue 6 Jan 2026 7:00 PM + more times

Met Express

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

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  • Mon 19 Jan 2026 6:30 PM
  • Mon 26 Jan 2026 6:30 PM + more times

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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  • Sat 10 Jan 2026 9:30 AM
  • Sat 17 Jan 2026 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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