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- Wed 21 Sep 8:00 PM
New Dawn Fades: A Play About Joy Division and Manchester
The story of four ordinary lads who, inspired by the punk revolution of 1970s Manchester, came together to form one of the most influential bands of all time, Joy Division.
Coming soon
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- Thu 1 Sep 8:00 PM
First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Daliso Chaponda, Markus Birdman, Molly McGuinness and Stephen Bailey.
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- Sat 3 Sep 8:00 PM
Pink Floydian in concert
One of the finest and most authentic Pink Floyd tributes in the UK.
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- Sun 4 Sep 8:00 PM
Mostly Autumn
Mostly Autumn take inspiration from the classic sounds of seventies rock, whilst also taking the music forward into the future.
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- Thu 15 Sep 8:00 PM
Rowan Rheingans
Adventurous new writing meets the warmth of a folk gig in this heartfelt and personal one woman show from BBC Folk Award winning songwriter Rowan Rheingans.
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- Sat 17 Sep 8:00 PM
Lunatraktors
Lunatraktors rework traditional music with influences from post-punk, trip-hop and queer cabaret.
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- Thu 22 Sep 7:30 PM
The Wonder of Stevie
A celebration of the genius of Stevie Wonder, featuring Noel McCalla and Derek Nash.
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- Sat 24 Sep 2:30 PM
I Spy With My Little Eye
It's Molly's birthday party, but when her presents go missing, can you save the day? An interactive family musical, based on the book by Steven Lee. Ages 2+.
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- Sun 25 Sep 8:00 PM
Martin Simpson
A guitarist of formidable talent, Martin Simpson is equally at home playing English or American traditional folk, blues, or his own original compositions.
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- Thu 29 Sep 8:00 PM
Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle
Top class folk songs, tunes and charming bonhomie from folk's legendary musical magpies Michael McGoldrick, John McCusker and John Doyle.
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- Fri 30 Sep 7:30 PM
The Manfreds
Nearly sixty years on from their 1960s heyday, The Manfreds return to perform their hits.
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- Fri 30 Sep 8:00 PM
Ged Wilson
Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled. Ticket holders will be contacted and offered a full refund.
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- Thu 6 Oct 8:00 PM
First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Phil Nichol, Nina Gilligan, Tom Little and Garrett Millerick.
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- Fri 7 Oct 8:30 PM
Limehouse Lizzy
Limehouse Lizzy continue to keep the spirit of Celtic rock icon Philip Lynott and his band Thin Lizzy alive. Rescheduled from 4 April 2020 and 26 March 2021.
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- Sun 9 Oct 7:30 PM
The Steptoe and Son Radio Show
A fresh and hilarious adaptation of three episodes from the long-running smash hit BBC sitcom.
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- Tue 11 Oct 11:00 AM
Grandad Anansi
Grandad is as smart and mischievous as the Anansi legend; can he find a way to tell his granddaughter his plans to return to Jamaica? An uplifting tale for ages 4-9 years.
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- Wed 12 Oct 7:30 PM
Our Kelly’s Hen Do
Our Kelly’s Hen Do is MaD Theatre Company’s latest irreverent comedy and the first from their brand new women’s group in Radcliffe.
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- Fri 14 Oct 8:00 PM
The Bon Jovi Experience
The world's first and unquestionably finest tribute to the great Bon Jovi
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Professor Jigget’s Story Suitcases
World famous magical explorer, Professor Jigget, brings his collection of storytelling suitcases to The Met. Inside each one is a world of magic and mayhem... For ages 7+
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- Thu 20 Oct 7:30 PM
A Very Odd Birthday Party
A new play by Hannah Donelon with live, traditional music. Join mother-to-be Eveline and her dad Michael Moriarty on a journey that penetrates the psyche, humour, and trauma of being an immigrant...
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- Fri 21 Oct 8:00 PM
Chris While and Julie Matthews
One of the finest and most loved duos on the British and world folk-roots stage.
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- Fri 21 Oct 8:00 PM
Mat Walklate and Alex Haynes
Mat Walklate and Alex Haynes come together to create fresh and relevant songs which expand British blues into new territory.
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- Sat 22 Oct 8:00 PM
Skipinnish
A unique and sublime mix of chart-topping, self-penned songs and powerful bagpipe, fiddle and accordion-led tune sets.
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Sunflowers and Sheds
A charming tale about a lonely old man and his unlikely friendship with an Eastern European girl. A gentle mix of humour, music and storytelling. For ages 4+.
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- Thu 27 Oct 1:30 PM
When Another Dragon Roars
Mum and Alfie are going camping. They share stories about Dragons! Scary ones, sulky ones, even angry ones - and discover that emotions, just like Dragons, are tricky beasts. Ages 5+
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- Thu 27 Oct 8:00 PM
The Pitmen Poets
Featuring Lindisfarne singer and songwriter Billy Mitchell, Warhorse songman Bob Fox, Master of Tyneside song Benny Graham, and award-winning songwriter Jez Lowe.
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- Fri 28 Oct 8:00 PM
Cats In Space
Cats in Space will transport you back to the days of seventies classic rock. Think loud guitars, walls of soaring multi tracked vocal harmonies, grandiose pianos, and huge singable choruses.
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- Sat 29 Oct 1:30 PM
Woodland Tales With Granddad
Something is happening in the woods, and only Granddad can help. But is there enough time? Can they save the wood? A magical tale with an urgent environmental message. Ages 3+
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- Sat 29 Oct 7:30 PM
Marconi Union + Dark Fidelity Hi Fi
Marconi Union fit somewhere between artists such as Kraftwerk, Biosphere and Boards of Canada; whilst at the same time having their own distinct sound. Dark Fidelity Hi Fi create a labyrinth of...
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- Sat 29 Oct 8:00 PM
Soumik Datta
As well as being known for playing the sarod, Soumik Datta is a composer, producer, bandleader, and TV presenter. In The Hope Notes Tour he presents a tapestry of refugee stories, electric...
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- Sun 30 Oct 8:00 PM
Bollywood Brass Band
The UK’s pioneering Indian-style brass band comes to The Met to play the great tunes and compulsively danceable rhythms of Bollywood.
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- Wed 2 Nov 8:00 PM
Tony Christie and Ranagri
Legendary singer Tony Christie (Is This The Way To Amarillo) joins forces with crossover folk band Ranagri for an evening of Irish song.
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- Thu 3 Nov 8:00 PM
First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Adam Rowe and Jo Caulfield amongst others.
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- Fri 4 Nov 8:00 PM
Wishbone Ash
The legendary Wishbone Ash perform their iconic album Argus in its entirety, along with songs from many of their other, much-loved albums.
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- Sat 5 Nov 8:00 PM
John McCusker and friends
John McCusker comes to The Met to play a very special concert in celebration of his anniversary as a professional musician.
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- Fri 11 Nov 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM
- Sat 12 Nov 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM + more times
Bury Beer Festival 2022
Delayed for two years due to the pandemic, Bury Beer Festival finally returns to take over The Met again this November.
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- Sat 12 Nov 8:00 PM
Adam Holmes
Acclaimed Edinburgh-born singer-songwriter Adam Holmes is one of the brightest stars on the UK roots music scene.
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- Wed 16 Nov 8:00 PM
N’famady Kouyaté
Talented multi-instrumentalist N’famady Kouyaté has wowed audiences across the UK with his modern interpretations of traditional West African Mandingue songs and rhythms.
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- Thu 17 Nov 8:00 PM
Blazin’ Fiddles
Blazin’ Fiddles' dynamic live show draws together the distinct musical flavours of the Highlands and Islands. Blending solo and ensemble sets, they come together in a fiery blend to excite your senses.
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- Fri 18 Nov 8:00 PM
The Bohemians
A tribute to Queen, featuring fabulous hits from of one of the world’s most popular and iconic rock acts of all time.
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- Sat 19 Nov 2:00 PM
Morgan and West – Unbelievable Science
Morgan and West present captivating chemistry, phenomenal physics, and bonkers biology in this fun for all the family science extravaganza! Ages 7 and over.
Workshops
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- Mon 5 Sep 11:00 AM
- Mon 19 Sep 11:00 AM + more times
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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- Wed 14 Sep 1:30 PM
- Wed 21 Sep 1:30 PM + more times
Movers and Shakers
Energetic exercises and calming, yoga influenced activities for children from birth to 5 years and their grown-ups.
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Learn Harmonica (3 Oct – 28 Nov)
A course in harmonica playing all levels, led by former British blues harmonica champion Mat Walklate. Sessions 9 May - 4 July 2022..
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- Mon 28 Nov 7:00 PM
Metro Jazz (3 Oct – 28 Nov)
Metro Jazz is The Met’s own community jazz orchestra led by experienced saxophonist and educator Munch Manship.