What’s on at The Met?

Jack Rutter and Greg Russell are two of the UK folk scene's most exciting young performers. We're thrilled to welcome them to The Met for this double headline show.

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Sat 6 Oct 3:00 PM

Perfect

The touching story of a boy meeting his disabled sister for the first time, with stunning puppetry, original live music, animation and physical theatre from the award-winning Tessa Bide.

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Tue 9 Oct 7:30 PM
Wed 10 Oct 7:30 PM + more times

Brassed Off

Prestwich Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society present the stage version of the classic British film drama.

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Thu 11 Oct 8:00 PM

Stephen James Smith

A Dublin poet and playwright central to the rise of the vibrant spoken word scene in Ireland today.

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Sat 13 Oct 8:00 PM

CoCo and the Butterfields

CoCo and the Butterfields are an English indie-pop band, from Canterbury, Kent. The band...

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Wed 17 Oct 8:00 PM

Chatham County Line

North Carolina based band who craft top-notch, original modern acoustic music that draws upon American roots.

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Wed 17 Oct 8:00 PM

One Man Bond: Every Bond film in 60 minutes

A chronicle of over fifty years of the most successful movie franchise in history.

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Thu 18 Oct 8:00 PM

This Might Hurt by John Godber

When actor Jack Skipton returns from filming to care for his ageing aunt, he has no idea what he is letting himself in for.

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Fri 19 Oct 8:30 PM

Wishbone Ash

Discover for yourself why Wishbone Ash remain one of the most enduring and popular bands in British rock.

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Sat 20 Oct 4:00 PM

The Flash Bang Show

Come and be blasted with colourful explosions and chemical reactions.

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Sat 20 Oct 8:30 PM

The Stumble

Raw power, emotion, joyous melodies, and heartbreaking blues.

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Wed 24 Oct 11:00 AM

Songs Across The Pond

A brand new musical show for families and children.

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Wed 24 Oct 7:30 PM

Declaration

With autobiographical comedy, storytelling and conversations with audiences, Art with Heart take you on a curious, colourful and candid exploration through ADHD, Diagnosis and Mental Health.

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Thu 25 Oct 1:30 PM

Spark The Goblin Wizard

Can Spark The Goblin Wizard stop the strange new power threatening the woods? With lyrics, laughs and lots of joining in, poet Dommy B needs your help to save the day!

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Thu 25 Oct 7:30 PM
Fri 26 Oct 11:00 AM + more times

In The Gut

A riotous comedy that airs fears about pregnancy, birthing and parenthood.

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Thu 25 Oct 8:30 PM

Andy Fairweather Low and the Low Riders

A remarkable band, a remarkable front man.

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Fri 26 Oct 8:00 PM

Kiki Dee and Carmelo Luggeri

An acoustic journey of stories and song, including unique covers and of course Kiki’s own hits.

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Tue 30 Oct 7:30 PM

It’s The Wrong Way To Tickle Mary

An irreverent and heart-warming look at life in Manchester one hundred years ago.

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Wed 31 Oct 8:00 PM

The Haunting of Blaine Manor

Blaine Manor: the most haunted building in England. Even the locals won’t set foot there, as all who walk within those grounds will be cursed.

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Thu 1 Nov 8:00 PM

John Smith

Uniquely intimate songs about love and loss.

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Thu 1 Nov 8:30 PM

First Thursday Comedy Club – November 2018

Featuring Arthur Smith, Troy Hawke, Bren “Happy Days” Riley and Red Redmond.

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Fri 2 Nov 8:00 PM

Martin Stephenson and The Daintees

Martin Stephenson and The Dainties have been amongst Britain’s best-loved bands for over thirty years. On...

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Sat 3 Nov 12:00 PM, 2:30 PM

The Blue Bird

A visually charming and magical show for young people aged 4-11 years and their families

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Sat 3 Nov 7:00 PM

Luke Daniels

Solo Show with electrophon machine

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Sat 3 Nov 8:00 PM

Mostly Autumn

Progressive rock band Mostly Autumn return to The Met to showcase their latest album Sight of Day.

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Sun 4 Nov 7:30 PM

Stacey Kent

Grammy-nominated jazz vocalist Stacey Kent returns to The Met with music from her latest album I Know I Dream.

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Tue 6 Nov 8:00 PM

Ventoux

A restaging of the dramatic battle between Lance Armstrong and Marco Pantani in the Tour de France 2000 on Mont Ventoux.

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Thu 8 Nov 7:30 PM

Two Little Ducks

Matt Abbott presents a personal and political spoken word show exploring the chaos behind Brexit.

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Fri 9 Nov 5:00 PM
Sat 10 Nov 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM + more times

Homegrown: Bury Beer Festival 2018

Bury Beer Festival returns to The Met, bigger and better than ever, and under a new name.

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Wed 14 Nov 8:00 PM

Larkins

The Manchester Evening News called Larkins “Manchester's next arena act”. Don’t miss this chance to see them in the intimate setting of The Met.

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Thu 15 Nov 8:00 PM

Bootleg Blondie

Bootleg Blondie is the official Debbie Harry and Blondie tribute band and the only Blondie tribute to play the legendary CBGBs in New York City before its demise in 2006.

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Fri 16 Nov 8:00 PM

Chris Wood

Acclaimed and award-winning English folk singer and songwriter.

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Sat 17 Nov 8:00 PM

John Wheeler

Hayseed Dixie frontman John Wheeler reflects on eighteen years of rockgrass mayhem.

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Wed 21 Nov 7:00 PM

Shakespeare Schools Festival

An exhilarating evening featuring a series of unique abridged Shakespeare productions by local schools.

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Thu 22 Nov 7:30 PM

Hancock and Co: one man, many voices

James Hurn is back with his popular one-man, many voices, celebration of radio comedy classic Hancock’s Half Hour.

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Thu 22 Nov 8:00 PM

Miles Hunt of The Wonder Stuff

The Wonder Stuff’s Miles Hunt embarks on a solo acoustic tour of the UK under the guise of The Custodian.

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Fri 23 Nov 8:00 PM

James Taylor Quartet

For a quarter of a century, the James Taylor Quartet have set the standard for the coolest sounds in funky acid jazz.

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Sat 24 Nov 7:00 PM

Andy White

Andy White is a twenty-first century troubadour; a vital and engaging performer whose rare UK appearances are not to be missed.

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Sat 24 Nov 8:00 PM

Dreadzone

One of the most energetic, exciting and powerful live bands to emerge from the post-rave scene.

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Sun 25 Nov 8:00 PM

Dan Patlansky

Singer-songwriter and guitarist Dan Patlansky is one of the busiest and most respected blues artists to ever come out of South Africa.

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Tue 27 Nov 8:00 PM

Metro Jazz Winter Concert

The Met’s community jazz orchestra, led by acclaimed saxophonist Munch Manship, perform a highly seasoned mix of the best foot-tapping jazz.

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Thu 29 Nov 8:00 PM

Blazin’ Fiddles

Blazin’ Fiddles are one of the world’s most prolific fiddle groups.

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Fri 30 Nov 8:00 PM

Eddie and The Hot Rods

One of the most highly influential and recognisable names from the English rock scene, Eddie and The Hot Rods have enjoyed a career that has now spanned nearly forty years.

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Sat 1 Dec 8:00 PM

Nearly Dan: The spirit and sound of Steely Dan

A tribute to Steely Dan, featuring classic album Aja forty year celebration.

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Tue 4 Dec 8:00 PM

St Agnes Fountain

St Agnes Fountain come together for one month of the year to perform “rhythmed-up” carols and Christmas music, interspersed with laughter and spoken word.

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