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Off-Centre Bury: Insights From the Industry

Greater Manchester Music Commission's free artist development session comes to The Met with exciting hosts, industry experts and special guests.

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Granny’s Attic

Granny's Attic are a phenomenal English folk trio bringing boundless energy, exceptional musicianship, and a fresh take to traditional music.

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The Bon Jovi Experience

Featuring hits including Livin’ on a Prayer, Always, and It’s My Life. Whether you're a fan or just looking for a night of unforgettable rock, this show will blow you away.

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STAX of SOUL – Still Groovin’ Tour 2026

This nine-piece band meticulously recreate the very best from the catalogues of Stax, Atlantic, Motown, and Northern Soul plus tributes to James Brown and The Blues Brothers. The ultimate Soul Party!

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Taff Rapids

Cardiff’s Taff Rapids deliver an electrifying blend of traditional bluegrass and unique Welsh-language originals in celebration of their new album, Blŵgras.

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First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Gavin Webster, Seeta Wrightson, Jake Steers and MC Roger Monkhouse.

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Youth Music Project: Foreign Film Club, Bazz Jand & Celebratory Cake

An event dedicated to local independent music by young emerging artists.

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Session A9

Multi-award-winning Scottish folk supergroup Session A9 return to The Met in celebration of their twenty-fifth anniversary.

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Jenny Colquitt

Jenny Colquitt’s voice combines the undertones of Eva Cassidy and the rawness of Alanis Morissette. She writes with soul, vulnerability and style to accompany her musicality through keys and guitar.

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Y2K Youth Night

Get ready to rewind the clock and step straight into the 2000s. A night for young people to come together, have fun, and enjoy great music in a safe, positive atmosphere!

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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 Steph Fraser, Séamus Óg, and Ben P Williams.

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  • Sat 16 May 8:00 PM

Fleetwood Bac

Fleetwood Bac are the UK's most authentic Fleetwood Mac tribute, expertly capturing the magic, hits, and classic Rumours line-up.

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High School Musical JR.

For their very first production, PADOS Intermediates are taking to the stage with musical High School Musical JR., based on the smash-hit Disney movie.

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James Walsh & Ben Ottewell

Two of the best voices of the past 30 years unite for a special double bill. James Walsh of Starsailor and Ben Ottewell of Gomez share the stage for a powerful evening of live music.

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Rank: A Tale from Paradise Heights

Joe O’Byrne's Rank is a taut supernatural thriller where urban grit meets the paranormal as a taxi boss fights to survive a haunted Halloween night amidst a city-wide storm.

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  • Sat 23 May 7:30 PM

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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May Half-term Drama Day – Pirate Island!

A fun-filled day packed with games, storytelling, acting, music, and dancing, as children aged 5-11 create their own Pirate-themed performance.

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The Enormous Turnip

Join Mr and Mrs Chickweed and save the day as they pull The Enormous Turnip out of the ground before it takes over the planet! Ages 3-10 years.

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Cerys Bradley’s Queer Tales For Autistic Folk

Join comedian Cerys Bradley (WINNER Autistic Excellence Award; as seen on Comedy Central, UKTV, and BBC One Wales) for this interactive choose-your-own-story comedy show.

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Otis Gibbs

Otis Gibbs is a prolific folk singer, storyteller, and artist who has built a unique career preserving the history and stories of American roots music.

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The Secret Storytelling Club

The Secret Storytelling Club invites you to an unforgettable evening of captivating tales, spine tingling songs, and thought-provoking conversations.

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Emerging Showcase: Eliza Delf & The Wilderness + Leah B + Marc Todd

Crossing the boundaries of indie, gothic folk noir, and progressive art rock, Eliza Delf & The Wilderness are darkly imaginative and fiercely untamed; they're supported by singer-songwriters Leah B and Marc Todd.

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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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A Northern Tr*nny Hootenanny

Saddle up for this award winning, queer parody epic where Disney meets Dolly Parton by way of Manchester’s gay village. Presented by trans trailblazer and international cabaret renegade Hunter King.

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Beth Rowley: “Pale Jewel Volume II” UK Tour + special guest Ed Blunt

Beth Rowley, one of the UK’s most distinctive voices, performs a powerful set from her new project Pale Jewel Volume II, celebrating the spirituals and americana classics that shaped her artistry.

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First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Glenn Wool, Joey Page, Harry Jenkins, and MC Susan Murray.

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David Ford/Scarlet Rivera/Rob Stoner – 50 Years of Desire

An extraordinary chance to hear Bob Dylan’s classic album Desire performed by a cast of acclaimed recording artists and the players who originally crafted it.

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Tony Christie: The Great Farewell

The legendary singer comes to The Met with his farewell tour. Don't miss this last chance see him perform his timeless hits including Is This The Way To Amarillo.

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  • Sun 7 Jun 8:00 PM

Overpass

Wax and Beans present an album release show from the fast-rising Birmingham four-piece whose heart-on-sleeve, emotional indie rock has earned them a devoted following across the UK and Europe.

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  • Wed 10 Jun 5:30 PM, 8:00 PM

Embrace

Wax and Beans present an album launch show from British rock band Embrace, known for their huge emotional anthems and powerful choruses.

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The Irish House Party

Incredibly talented musicians and dancers bring you the sound and fun of Ireland in an intimate and homely setting.

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  • Sat 13 Jun 8:00 PM

Desperado (EAGLES Tribute)

Desperado faithfully recreate The Eagles’ amazing catalogue of songs with a superb two hour show, delivering their greatest hits with the precision that fans deserve.

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Singin’ in the Rain

Experience the glitz, glamour, and "glorious feeling" of Hollywood’s golden age as the multi award winning All Saints Elton Theatre Company brings the legendary musical Singin’ in the Rain to The Met.

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Mat Walklate and Alex Haynes with James Lawley

Mat Walklate and Alex Haynes draw on the deepest roots of the blues to create fresh and relevant songs. Joining them is superb blues guitarist James Lawley.

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Adam Beattie and Fiona Bevan

Join singer-songwriters Adam Beattie and Fiona Bevan for an unmissable double headline evening of homespun storytelling and otherworldly melodies celebrating their latest releases.

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Emerging Showcase: Bonfire Radicals + Gemma Lees + Rumina

Bonfire Radicals play raucous and danceable prog-folk music. They're joined by poet Gemma Lees, and Manchester indie-electronic duo Rumina.

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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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John McCusker Trio

Revered traditional musician John McCusker is joined by Radio 2 Horizon award winner Sam Kelly and virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Toby Shaer for a thrilling evening of heartfelt songs and instrumental brilliance.

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First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring work-in-progress shows from Geoff Norcott and Dan Nightingale.

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Gavin Fairhall Lever

Blending the infectious energy of Celtic tradition with the subtle expressivity of jazz, this London-based trio delivers a vibrant, contemporary folk performance full of melodic warmth and rhythmic drive.

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Mama – The All Era Genesis Tribute Band

An evening of Genesis music encompassing all eras of the band - from the early albums with Peter Gabriel up to the last with Phil Collins.

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Shrek The Musical JR.

The award winning All Saints Elton Theatre Youth brings the hilarious, heart-warming, and slightly swampy adventure of Shrek The Musical JR. to The Met.

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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 Rachael Jean Harris, Rob Jones, and Ben P Williams.

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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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Pink Floydian

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

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  • Tue 21 Jul 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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Emerging Showcase: Ami Alex + Ewan Sim

Ami Alex is a viral pop sensation with a retro inspired sound; Ewan Sim is a Manchester-based singer-songwriter who blends soul, pop, rock and indie.

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First Thursday Comedy

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

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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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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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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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Workshops

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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 (Summer term 20 April – 13 July 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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  • Tomorrow 6:00 PM
  • Mon 11 May 6:00 PM + more times

Learn Harmonica (summer term 20 April – 22 June 2026)

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

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  • Tomorrow 6:30 PM
  • Mon 18 May 6:30 PM + more times

Metro Jazz (summer term 20 April – 13 July 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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  • Tomorrow 6:30 PM
  • Mon 11 May 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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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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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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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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Curiosity Club (Summer term 22 Apr – 15 Jul 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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Aiming High

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

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RockFit Rage Rockathon

A session built around punch-and-kick combinations set to a rock and metal playlist. Get your body moving, reset your head, and walk out feeling accomplished. All bodies and fitness levels welcome.

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Queer Tales For Autistic Folk – Storytelling Workshop

Play a fantasy game and craft your own "choose your own adventure" stories with Cerys Bradley in this inclusive, interactive workshop.

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