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The Zimmermen

The Zimmermen play classic and lesser-known Bob Dylan songs, spanning his entire career. Experience the full spectrum of his music from folk to blues, country, jazz, and beyond.

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All The Single Ladies (Manchester)

Marilyn balances the demands of her cantankerous mother with her search for romance at the weekly "Single Ladies Tuesday" event... A new dark comedy performed by MaD Theatre's Manchester actors.

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  • Sat 8:00 PM

Pink Floydian

Experience the magic of Pink Floyd’s legendary soundscapes from acclaimed 8-piece tribute Pink Floydian.

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  • Tue 1:30 PM

As It Is

Bury’s vinyl record store Wax and Beans bring As It Is to Bury in celebration of their new album.

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Coming soon

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Emerging Showcase: Ami Alex + Ewan Sim

This event will not take place on this date, and is likely to be rescheduled. Ticket holders will be contacted regarding the new date as soon as it is confirmed.

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  • Thu 6 Aug 8:00 PM

First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Tom Wrigglesworth, Maureen Younge, Barry Dodds, and Eddie Fortune.

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The Met’s Drama Summer School 2026 – The Midnight Kids!

Inspire your child at The Met's Summer School! Children aged 6-10 will create their own thrilling show, building confidence and making friends along the way.

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Musical Theatre Dance Workshop

Step into the world of musical theatre with an energetic, performance-focused dance workshop designed for young performers who love to move, perform, and tell a story through dance. Ages 13-18.

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The Met’s Summer Writing School

Aged between 13-18? Interested in scriptwriting? The Met’s two-day Summer Writing School will teach you how to turn an idea into a story, create characters and craft a short play.

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Showcase Scotland Introducing Tour: Birdvox & Iona Fyfe

A captivating double-bill featuring award-winning Scots singer Iona Fyfe alongside the vibrant, harmony-drenched electro-folk of Birdvox.

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First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month.

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Gary Stewart

Scottish singer-songwriter Gary Stewart plays songs from his new album alongside some of Paul Simon’s best-loved hits.

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Danny Darlington

Local hero Danny Darlington is back in Bury for his biggest hometown headline to date!

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R.E.M. by Stipe, the Definitive Tribute

Featuring all your R.E.M. favourites, plus the whole of Life's Rich Pageant, the album that took them to success.

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Dennis Ellsworth

Coming all the way from Canada, acclaimed songwriter Dennis Ellsworth brings his brilliant four-piece band to The Met for a captivating live show.

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Blackmore’s Blood

Blackmore's Blood is the go-to tribute for fans of Ritchie Blackmore’s legendary rock years with Deep Purple and Rainbow.

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Heritage Tours of The Met

A FREE tour of The Met. Visit backstage areas normally closed to the public, and learn about the history of this fascinating building.

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Ed Blunt

Ed Blunt is a multi-instrumentalist storyteller who blends folk, jazz, and roots music with a self-deprecating wit to create an intimate, heart-warming live experience.

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Manchester Folk presents Michael McGoldrick and Tim Edey

Presented by Manchester Folk, this concert brings together the sheer musical magic and world-class virtuosity of multi-instrumentalist Michael McGoldrick and guitarist Tim Edey for an unforgettable evening of contemporary Celtic folk.

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Dramallama: From Page to Stage

Join Dramallama’s Junior Drama Group for a magical adventure full of mischief, fun, and unforgettable characters!

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Dramallama: No Regrets

No Regrets explores the choices we make, the chances we didn’t take, and the regrets that shape us. Performed by Dramallama Senior Drama Group.

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John Bramwell [I Am Kloot]

John Bramwell – ex-I Am Kloot frontman and Mercury Prize nominee – returns to The Met for an intimate evening of hauntingly beautiful songs.

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  • Thu 17 Sep 1:00 PM

The Meffs

Wax and Beans present a show from Essex Punk duo The Meffs in celebration of their new album Business.

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Wot Italian? Boothby Graffoe & Antonio Forcione

An unforgettable evening of music, comedy, and charm featuring award-winning comedian and singer-songwriter Boothby Graffoe and acclaimed Italian guitarist Antonio Forcione.

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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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Get A Round In

Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music. With Naomi Campbell, Neeve Zahra and Ben P Williams.

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Cara Dillon

Multi-award-winning Irish singer Cara Dillon brings her legendary voice and deeply personal new material to The Met for an intimate evening of timeless folk alongside husband and collaborator Sam Lakeman.

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The Wonder of Stevie

Award-winning vocalist Noel McCalla and his world-class band present back-to-back Stevie Wonder hits including Superstition, Signed, Sealed, Delivered, Isn’t She Lovely, I Wish, Master Blaster and many more.

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The Phantom Raspberry Blower of Old London Town

Immortalised by The Two Ronnies, this Jack the Ripper parody is raspberry-jam-packed with Spike Milligan’s and Ronnie Barker’s love of surreal absurdism, clever puns, near-the-knuckle ribaldry, quick-fire jokes and famous wordplay.

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Petunia

Vancouver-based musician Petunia is known for his unique blend of country and blues mixed with ragtime, jazz and swing.

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Jaywalkers

Acoustic trio Jaywalkers are one of the UK's finest Americana bands blending virtuosic instrumentals and three part harmonies.

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Nigel Planer: Young Once

Nigel Planer, beloved as Neil the hippy from The Young Ones and a founder of the 80s alternative comedy scene, brings stories from his memoir Young Once to The Met.

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The Smiths Ltd

Experience the ultimate Smiths tribute. Manchester's own The Smiths Ltd recreate the original iconic sound with stunning accuracy. Don't miss your chance to hear these legendary songs and relive the magic live!

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The Annie Keating Band & The Dreaming Spires

These two acclaimed acts from the international Americana scene have decided to face off with a co-headline tour!

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Simeon Walker

Leeds-based pianist and composer Simeon Walker is a versatile and prolific artist who has quickly established himself as a leading voice in the contemporary modern classical scene.

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Chris While and Julie Matthews

Chris While and Julie Matthews are one of the finest and most loved duos on the British and world folk/roots stages.

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First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month.

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Live/Wire: The AC/DC Show

Rescheduled to Saturday 10 October 2026

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True Foxes

Cornwall's acclaimed alt-country/americana duo True Foxes blend powerful vocals with ethereal harmonies and melodic bass lines.

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Rob Heron & Conrad Bird

An evening of stripped-back, roots-driven solo sets. Expect sharp storytelling, rich musicianship, and a blend of folk and americana from two distinctive voices stepping out on their own.

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Down in Laurel Canyon

Down In Laurel Canyon take you on a journey through the timeless hits of 1960s and 70s California, celebrating the music of Joni Mitchell, Neil Young, The Beach Boys, and many more.

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Shaun Ryder – Happy Mondays, and Fridays, and Saturdays, and Sundays

Happy Mondays and Black Grape frontman Shaun Ryder comes to The Met with his new spoken word tour. Expect wild tales of excess and improbable truths from Britpop’s answer to WB Yeats.

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The Manfreds

An evening packed with iconic hits, dynamic jazz, and powerful blues. Featuring the legendary Paul Jones and Tom McGuinness of Manfred Mann, plus Marcus Cliffe, Simon Currie, Pete Riley, and Mike Gorman.

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The Jerseys

Experience the authentic harmonies of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons with The Jerseys. A high-energy night of 60s and 70s hits, featuring a live band and world-class falsettos. The ultimate feel-good...

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Hannah Rarity

Hannah Rarity is a leading figure in the Scottish folk scene, celebrated for her exceptional voice and dynamic musical presence.

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Live/Wire: The AC/DC Show

Experience the full-throttle, high-voltage thunder of AC/DC brought to life by Live/Wire, delivering two hours of iconic rock classics with authentic cannons, Marshall amps, and pure passion.

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Shawn Colvin

Multiple GRAMMY award winner Shawn Colvin marks the thirtieth anniversary of her classic album A Few Small Repairs with a rare UK appearance. Support comes from Blair Dunlop.

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Jack Rutter

Yorkshire folk singer Jack Rutter delivers a masterclass in modern acoustic music, blending powerful vocals with masterful guitar and bouzouki playing to bring ancient stories and upbeat anthems to life.

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Lady Maisery

The uniquely captivating band Lady Maisery have for well over a decade enraptured audiences throughout the UK and Europe.

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Emerging Showcase: AtticOmatic plus Cottons

Brighton’s AtticOmatic weave together jazz, post-punk, hip-hop, folk, and electronica into an energetic performance that resonate with the beauty and pain of the world. They are joined by four-piece Cottons.

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Bootleg Blondie

Established in 2001, Bootleg Blondie is the definitive Blondie tribute, performing with original members and delivering authentic, high-energy shows worldwide.

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Blue Rose Code

Following recent headline performances in live club performance, Blue Rose Code returns with captivating Scots Folk/Singer-songwriter music.

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Hannah Wicklund

From South Carolina prodigy to independent powerhouse, Hannah Wicklund has forged a remarkable musical career, from playing major US festival stages to releasing her acclaimed 2024 album, The Prize.

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Mishra and Deepa Shakthi

A joyous and mesmerising musical journey blending soulful British folk with powerful Indian song; featuring UK global-folk band Mishra and international vocalist Deepa Shakthi.

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Workshops

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  • Sat 9:30 AM

Aiming High

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

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RockFit Rockathon: Nu Metal vs Newer Metal

Rock out and get fit at this interactive 90-minute Rockathon, where you can vote on a high-energy Nu Metal or Modern Metal playlist while enjoying a friendly, accessible workout.

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  • Tue 8 Sep 5:00 PM
  • Tue 15 Sep 5:00 PM + more times

Bury Youth Theatre Juniors – Autumn Term 2026

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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  • Wed 9 Sep 5:00 PM
  • Wed 16 Sep 5:00 PM + more times

Bury Youth Theatre Seniors – Autumn Term 2026

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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