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Theatre
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Sat 18 Mar 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Legally Blonde
PADOS Youth Theatre Group present a musical based on the novel by Amanda Brown and the Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer motion picture.
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Wed 5 Apr 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Too Much World at Once
On his fifteenth birthday, Noble transforms into a bird. Thousands of miles away, his sister Cleo is stationed on a remote island. The birds have disappeared. Noble needs to reach her...
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Sat 29 Apr 2023 at 7:30 PM
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School of Rock
Prestwich's award winning amateur theatre company, PADOS, presents School of Rock!
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Fri 19 May 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Happy Festival: Valley Radio – Happy Half-Hour by Steve Cooper
Join popular mid-morning-show host, Tina, as she navigates deftly through traffic and travel, random callers, lost and found, the day today, mystery guests, oh, and the end of the world...
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Fri 19 May 2023 at 8:45 PM
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Happy Festival: 50 and Nifty by Beverley Green
Marjorie Pardoe runs a self-help group for people in later life, but the help she gives is a matter of opinion, and the only opinion that matters to Marjorie is her own....
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Sat 8 Jul 2023 at 6:00 PM
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All Saints Elton Youth Theatre
Performances of Annie KIDS & Disney's The Jungle Book KIDS from the talented young members of All Saints Elton Theatre Youth.
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Sat 15 Jul 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Guys and Dolls
All Saint’s Elton Theatre Company present the classic musical.
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Wed 19 Jul 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Shrek The Musical Jr
A performance of Shrek The Musical Jr by the students of Stagecoach Performing Arts, Bury
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Thu 14 Sep 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Five Kinds of Silence
An emotional and thought-provoking play following the lives of a mother and her daughters as they struggle with the aftermath of domestic violence.
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Fri 29 Sep 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Food Bank Boulevard
An irreverent satire commenting on today’s inner city Britain from the producers of It’s The Wrong Way To Tickle Mary and Me, You and George Clooney.
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Sat 30 Sep 2023 at 2:00 PM
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The Ruins of Earth: A Walking Tour (Written by AI)
Ready for a walking tour written by AI? Meet at The Met, step into the future, and walk through the ruins of earth to find out how humans lived – and what...
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Thu 12 Oct 2023 at 8:00 PM
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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.
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Thu 19 Oct 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Tony Monroe is Dead
Kylie and Jason are getting married at the club where her uncle (stage name Tony Monroe) is the turn... A new comedy by MaD Theatre Company.
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Fri 17 Nov 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Haunting of Blaine Manor
A thrilling haunted house chiller set in a manor with a twisted history of madness, witchcraft, tragedy and death...
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Wed 6 Dec 2023 at 2:00 PM
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Blind Side
A monologue for young people on the topic of violence against women and girls.
Comedy
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Thu 12 Jan 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Met’s Comedian of the Year Competition 2023
Presented by First Thursday Comedy. Six breakthrough comedians perform and compete for a £500 prize, and the prestigious title of The Met’s Comedian of the Year. Compere Justin Moorhouse.
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Fri 27 Jan 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Gary Delaney: Gary in Punderland
Get ready to dive into a rabbit hole of the best jokes in the world – star of Live at the Apollo and sell-out sensation Gary Delaney is back!
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Thu 2 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Joey Page, Raymond Mearns, James Ellis, and Mick Ferry.
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Fri 10 Feb 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Dave Spikey
Dave Spikey’s comedy explores the small out-of-the-ordinary events that pass most of us by, elevating them to laugh-out-loud funny.
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Sat 11 Feb 2023 at 1:00 PM
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Stand-Up Comedy Workshop
Ever watched stand-up comedy and thought 'I'd love to give that a go'? Well now’s your chance...
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Sat 18 Feb 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Patrick Monahan – Classy
Enjoy Patrick Monahan's stand up observations on contemporary life alongside stories of his upbringing.
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Thu 2 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Steve Gribbin, Dan Nightingale, Catherine Young, and Harry Stachini.
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Sat 4 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Lancashire Hotpots: Top Of The Pots Tour
The kings of musical comedy are back with a bang to bring you another unbeatable night of madcap music and laughs!
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Thu 16 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Eshaan Akbar: The Pretender
Seen on Mock The Week, QI, and Spitting Image, and after supporting some of the biggest acts in the UK, comedian Eshaan Akbar brings us his debut tour, The Pretender. Support Adam...
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Fri 24 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Justin Moorhouse: Stretch and Think
Justin Moorhouse is back: still funny, yet middle aged.
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Thu 6 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Jason John Whitehead, Connor Burns, and Liam Farrelly.
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Wed 26 Apr 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Emmanuel Sonubi – Emancipated
Emancipated is the Edinburgh Comedy Award nominated show from Emmanuel Sonubi. Hilarious stories of his childhood in north London, his time as a doorman in scary clubs, his career in musical theatre,...
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Thu 4 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Alistair Barrie, Rob Rouse, and Justin Moorhouse.
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Thu 1 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy presents Geoff Norcott: Work in Progress
This special First Thursday Comedy night features a work-in-progress performance from Geoff Norcott.
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Thu 6 Jul 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Edinburgh Fringe preview shows from Tom Stade and Dan Tiernan.
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Thu 3 Aug 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Tom Deacon, Hayley Ellis, and Justin Moorhouse.
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Thu 7 Sep 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Josh Puch, Tez Ilyas, Hatty Preston and Brennan Reece.
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Thu 5 Oct 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Tom Wrigglesworth, Ray Bradshaw, Ryan Kenny and MC Mick Ferry.
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Thu 2 Nov 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. With Mark Nelson, Louis Burgess, Stuart Thomas and MC Dave Longley.
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Wed 15 Nov 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Henry Normal : A Normal Journey
Writer, producer and poet Henry Normal returns to The Met for a live recording of his BBC Radio 4 show A Normal Journey.
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Thu 7 Dec 2023 at 8:00 PM
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First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Markus Birdman, Liam Pickford, Edy Hurst and MC Stephen Bailey.
Literature
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Tue 4 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Henry Normal – Collected Poems and other landfill
The very latest and greatest poetry of Henry Normal; 90 minutes that’s been a lifetime in the making.
Family
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Sun 22 Jan 2023 at 4:00 PM
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The Smartest Giant in Town
Based on the bestselling book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Image © Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler 2002 – Macmillan Children’s Books.
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Sat 1 Apr 2023 at 3:00 PM
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Shark in The Park
A family musical featuring all three of Nick Sharratt’s popular children's books. Ages 3+
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Wed 5 Apr 2023 at 1:00 PM
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The Dancing Elephant
Join Mahi who’s transported into a video game. Will they be able to escape? Ages 6-13.
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Sat 8 Apr 2023 at 1:30 PM
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Alfie’s First Fight
Award-winning Children’s Author, Oliver Sykes, comes to The Met with his smash-hit family show Alfie’s First Fight. Ages 5+
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Wed 31 May 2023 at 10:00 AM
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May Half Term Drama Day
A fun-filled day of drama, dance, art and fun for children aged 6-10.
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Sat 3 Jun 2023 at 1:30 PM
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The Munch Mission!
Join agents Dali and Kahlo on a globe trotting adventure to find a famous stolen painting. Will they succeed? You decide what happens in this fun interactive show for children 6+.
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Thu 20 Jul 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Splash Test Dummies
Rub-a-dub-dub, The Dummies are here with some splish splashing circus set to drown you in tears of laughter. Bring the whole family on this adventure of oceanic proportions!
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Mon 31 Jul 2023 at 9:30 AM
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The Met’s Drama Summer School (31 July, 1 & 2 August 2023)
Join us for three fun-filled days of drama, dance, art and fun. For children aged 5-11.
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- Tomorrow 5:00 PM
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Bury Youth Theatre
Fun drama classes for children and young people aged 5 years plus at The Met.
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Sat 21 Oct 2023 at 1:00 PM
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The Welcome Roadshow at The Met
Factory International's Welcome Roadshow is coming to Bury on October 21, bringing the magic of dance, circus skills and craft workshops.
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Wed 25 Oct 2023 at 2:00 PM
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MAKE SOME NOISE!
Rescheduled to Friday 5 April 2024.
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Fri 27 Oct 2023 at 2:30 PM
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The Three Little Pigs
Join three problem-solving pigs and help them to save their bacon in a raucous, high-octane family show that will make you howl! Ages 3-10.
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Sun 19 Nov 2023 at 2:00 PM
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Family Lantern Making Workshop
Bring the family and create and decorate a special lantern to join Bury’s Festival of Lights.
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Sat 25 Nov 2023 at 2:00 PM
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YolanDa’s Band Jam
YolanDa Brown brings her critically acclaimed CBeebies show to the stage. Join her for a fantastic show of music delights to be enjoyed by everyone from children to parents.
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Book
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Aladdin
Join us this Christmas for a carpet ride to a mystical world of magic lamps, flying carpets, and adventure!
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Book
- Today 5:45 PM
- Mon 8 Jan 2024 5:45 PM + more times
Leaps and Bounds
A weekly dance workshop for children aged 5 – 11.
Festivals
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Tue 7 Mar 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Coram Shakespeare Schools Festival
An exhilarating evening featuring a series of unique abridged Shakespeare productions by local schools.
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Wed 8 Mar 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Come and Celebrate International Women’s Day at The Met
Get creative and have fun with your friends and discover all the inspiring female-led organisations that are smashing it, in and around Bury.
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Thu 30 Mar 2023 at 3:30 PM
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Create and Sing The Magic Flute
Primary age children perform material they have created inspired by Mozart's opera The Magic Flute.
Burrs Live
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Sat 2 Sep 2023 at 12:00 PM
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Head for the Hills
The Met's much-loved music festival Head for the Hills returns for 2023 as part of Burrs Live.
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Sat 16 Sep 2023 at 1:30 PM
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Heritage Open Days tours of The Met
A FREE tour of The Met, as part of Heritage Open Days 2023. Visit backstage areas normally closed to the public, and learn about the history of this fascinating building.
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Sat 16 Sep 2023 at 10:30 AM
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Movers and Shakers Open Day Taster Session
A FREE taster of our weekly movement workshops for children aged 1 to 5 years and their grown-ups, as part of The Met's open day.
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Sat 16 Sep 2023 at 10:30 AM
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Bury Youth Theatre Open Day Taster Session
A FREE taster of our weekly youth theatre, presented as part of The Met's open day. This session is suitable for ages 5-9 years.
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Sat 16 Sep 2023 at 1:00 PM
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Leaps and Bounds Open Day Taster Session
A FREE taster of our weekly dance workshop for children aged 5 – 11, as part of The Met's open day.
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Sat 16 Sep 2023 at 1:00 PM
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The School of Curiosity Open Day Taster Session
A FREE taster the School of Curiosity, presented as part of The Met’s open day. This session is suitable for ages 10-14 years.
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Sat 11 Nov 2023 at 6:00 PM
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Bury Beer Festival 2023
The Met's annual celebration of food, drink, music and good times returns this November.
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Sun 26 Nov 2023 at 3:00 PM
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Bury Lantern Parade
A special seasonal gathering in Bury town centre featuring children and families who have created magical lanterns in advance in schools and workshops.
Film
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Fri 26 May 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Mike Bassett: England Manager + Ricky Tomlinson Q&A
A screening of the film Mike Bassett: England Manager, followed by a Q&A with its star, Ricky Tomlinson.
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Wed 15 Nov 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Bury and A Leaning Tower
Bury Cine Society present a film about the restoration of a leaning church tower near Bury town centre
Music
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Thu 19 Jan 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Lauren Housley and Nigel Wearne
An evening of intimate acoustic performances from English singer-songwriter Lauren Housley and Australian troubadour Nigel Wearne
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Fri 20 Jan 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Martyn Joseph
Intelligent and enlightened songs from a mesmerizing live performer who has been compared to Bruce Springsteen, John Mayer, Bruce Cockburn and Dave Matthews.
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Sat 21 Jan 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Jean Genie – The best of David Bowie
Jean Genie performs all of David Bowie's greatest hits.
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Thu 26 Jan 2023 at 8:15 PM
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Sierra Hull and Justin Moses
Sierra Hull is a Grammy nominated singer-songwriter. Her husband Justin Moses is an award winning multi-instrumentalist. These two Nashville-based bluegrass players will have you spellbound. Support Rachel Baiman.
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Fri 27 Jan 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Katey Brooks
Katey Brooks is a rebellious artist that resists formula. A devastating songwriting talent, her sound blends folk, soul, blues and Americana.
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Sat 28 Jan 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The spirit and sound of Steely Dan: Nearly Dan in concert
Nearly Dan promise all the Steely Dan favourites in a two hour-plus show, featuring tracks from Countdown to Ecstasy, The Royal Scam, Aja, Gaucho and more.
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Thu 2 Feb 2023 at 7:30 PM
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The Unthanks
The Unthanks return to live touring after two years off the road, showcasing forthcoming new album, Sorrows Away, alongside favourites such as Magpie, The King Of Rome and Mount The Air.
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Fri 3 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Emerging Showcase: Izzie Walsh
Manchester based singer songwriter Izzie Walsh has a unique sound that blends country, bluegrass, folk and Americana.
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Sat 4 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Springsteen Sessions
An authentic and thrilling tribute to "the Boss" Bruce Springsteen.
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Sun 5 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Slow Readers Club
The Slow Readers Club return to The Met on Sunday 5th February! Performing as...
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Wed 8 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Madison Violet
Canadian duo Madison Violet combine luscious harmonies with heart-wrenching folk storytelling, Americana rhythms, and catchy pop hooks.
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Thu 9 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Sharon Shannon Trio
The legendary Irish accordion maestro returns to The Met with her trio.
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Sat 11 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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PINK by Vicky Jackson
A stunning and authentic tribute to American Grammy award-winner singer Pink. Perfect vocals and bespoke costumes plus all of the major hits deliver the authentic Pink experience.
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Sun 12 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Robert Jon and The Wreck
Blues and country-infused rock ’n’ roll quintet from Orange County California.
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Fri 17 Feb 2023 at 7:30 PM
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The Jerseys
Join The Jerseys as they celebrate the timeless music of the one-hundred-million album selling Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons.
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Thu 23 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Songs of Leonard Cohen
Keith James performs the remarkable songs of Leonard Cohen in the most intimate and sensitive way imaginable.
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Fri 24 Feb 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Smiths Ltd + Clint Boon (DJ)
The Smiths Ltd are the ultimate tribute to The Smiths. DJing will be Mr Manchester himself Clint Boon. This is a night no Manchester music fan will want to miss.
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Sat 25 Feb 2023 at 3:00 PM
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Dancing in Circles
A performance workshop with award-winning ‘broken folk’ duo Lunatraktors.
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Sat 25 Feb 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Lunatraktors
Lunatraktors rework traditional music with influences from post-punk, trip-hop and queer cabaret.
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Fri 3 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Jenny Colquitt
Jenny Colquitt encompasses a unique combination of Americana, indie and folk rock and pop. She was winner of FATEA's Female Artist of the Year for 2021. Brandon Tew supports.
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Sat 4 Mar 2023 at 2:00 PM
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The Rheingans Sisters
The Rheingans Sisters make playful, powerful and richly connecting music that is wholly contemporary while deeply anchored in folk traditions.
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Thu 9 Mar 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Eleanor McEvoy
Eleanor McEvoy is one of Irish music's biggest stars. Her song Only A Woman’s Heart was the title track of the best-selling Irish album in Irish history.
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Fri 10 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Livewire: The AC/DC Show
The hugely successful and unique tribute to AC/DC returns to The Met to play all the classics including Back in Black, Rosie, and Highway to Hell.
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Sat 11 Mar 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Ruby Colley
Ruby Colley is a violinist, sound artist and composer who blends instrumentation found sound and electronics.
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Sun 19 Mar 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Firelight Trio
Firelight Trio play European folk music that is evocative, inventive, and endlessly exciting.
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Sun 19 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Heidi Talbot
Heidi Talbot is at home in both Irish traditional and roots music. She visits with new album Sing It For A Lifetime, her most raw and open-hearted work to date.
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Fri 24 Mar 2023 at 8:30 PM
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Me and My Friends
Soulful, poignant music with a beat: a unique blend of Afrobeat grooves, deliciously rich harmonies, languidly graceful cello and playfully funky clarinet.
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Sat 25 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Pinked Floyd
An engaging and energetic celebration of the magical music of Pink Floyd. All your favourites are featured, and maybe a couple of less familiar tracks for the real aficionado.
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Thu 30 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Salt House
Scottish folk trio Salt House play carefully honed songs both from today and from long ago. Songs about place, politics, landscape and birds.
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Fri 31 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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You’re My World
Featuring hits from The Beatles, The Kinks, Gerry and The Pacemakers and more, joining Cilla on her journey from The Cavern to the London Palladium.
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Fri 31 Mar 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Metro Jazz showcase
The Met’s community jazz orchestra Metro Jazz, led by acclaimed saxophonist Munch Manship, perform a highly seasoned mix of the best foot-tapping jazz.
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Mon 3 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Alan Fletcher with Lachlan Bryan and the Wildes
Alan Fletcher (Dr Karl from Neighbours) joins forces with Australian Americana heavyweights Lachlan Bryan and the Wildes to play songs from new album The Point
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Fri 7 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Gary Stewart’s Graceland
Leeds-based troubadour Gary Stewart (Gary Stewart Band / Hope and Social) and his incredible six-piece band recreate Paul Simon’s landmark Graceland album in all its glory.
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Fri 14 Apr 2023 at 7:30 PM
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The Herald: Megson & Kieran Knowles
Join award winning folk duo Megson in a unique collaboration with playwright and actor Kieran Knowles.
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Sun 16 Apr 2023 at 3:00 PM
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Harmony singing workshop with Ben and Dom
Join singers and choir leaders Ben and Dom for an afternoon of fun and uplifting harmony singing.
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Sun 16 Apr 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Ben and Dom
Vocal duo Ben and Dom create an intimate atmosphere wherever they go, weaving their beautiful voices around songs old and new, performing original material alongside new interpretations of folk songs.
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Fri 21 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Hue and Cry
Hue and Cry made a huge impact in the '80s with massive hit singles like Labour of Love, and continue to be popular today.
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Sat 22 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Naomi Bedford and The Ramshackle Band
A rolling cast of musicians come together to create a vibrant celebration of Naomi Bedford's voice and the folk and country styles that she inhabits so authentically.
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Thu 27 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Brothers Gillespie
Northumbrian duo The Brothers Gillespie make music animated by lyrical songwriting, fine fingerstyle guitar playing, multi-instrumental musicianship and glorious harmonies.
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Sat 29 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Georgie Buchanan Trio
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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Sun 30 Apr 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Zombies
Iconic British psychedelic pop legends The Zombies have returned to celebrate their long-awaited induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Support Bruce Sudano.
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Thu 4 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Dallahan
Forged in Scotland and Ireland's traditional music community, but drawing on the styles of the Balkans and North America, Dallahan's seamless musical montage blends influences from jazz, funk, and pop music.
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Sat 6 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Chris While with Johnny Heyes
Acclaimed folk singer Chris While brings her solo show to The Met. Enjoy her very personal songs, warm personality and heart stopping voice.
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Wed 10 May 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Talent Talks: Prinny Moni and The Met
Prinny Moni's music spans a range of genres, combining dancehall and afrobeat sounds with Latin and hip-hop influences.
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Thu 11 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Freedom to Roam: The Rhythms of Migration
A beautifully crafted journey in new music, film and visual art, featuring Kuljit Bhamra, Catrin Finch, Robert Irvine, Eliza Marshall, Dónal Rogers and Jackie Shave.
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Last session:
Fri 12 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Sarah Smout
Rescheduled to Friday 10 November 2023.
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Sat 13 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Desperado (EAGLES Tribute)
A two hour journey through your favourite Eagles songs from their first beginnings to their final album.
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Thu 18 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Chris Fox and the Running Man
Genre defying folk troubadour Chris Fox teams up with with legendary double bassist John Parker of Nizlopi fame.
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Fri 19 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Tennyson King
Tennyson King is an alternative folk rock troubadour whose rock and roll is infused with earthy roots and blues. He comes to The Met as part of his first ever UK tour.
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Sat 20 May 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Show of Hands and Michael Wood with special guest Kirsty Merryn
Take a journey through eight hundred years of the English radical song tradition with West Country folk legends Show of Hands and historian and BBC broadcaster Michael Wood.
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Sun 21 May 2023 at 4:00 PM
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The Brighouse and Rastrick Band
Spend a Sunday afternoon with this hugely popular, entertaining, and award-winning brass band.
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Thu 25 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Subhira Quintet
Chile's Subhira Quintet combine elements of folk, jazz and art music. The soul of the band is Rodrigo Cepeda, aka Subhira, whose career has spanned thirty years and twenty one albums.
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Last session:
Fri 26 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Ainsley Hamill
Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled. Ticket holders will be contacted and offered a full refund.
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Sat 27 May 2023 at 12:00 PM
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An introduction into songwriting with Eliza Hull and Ruth Lyon
Songwriters Eliza Hull and Ruth Lyon share some of the processes behind how to write songs, and give some helpful prompts for times when inspiration doesn't strike!
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Sat 27 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Blue Rose Code
Blue Rose Code is Scottish singer and songwriter Ross Wilson. His songs address universal themes of love, loss, travel, home and hard times in a deeply personal way.
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Sat 27 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Ruth Lyon and Eliza Hull: Access All Areas UK Tour
Singer-songwriters Ruth Lyon (UK) and Eliza Hull (Australia) come together for an international cultural exchange celebrating disabled creatives. Supported by Karis Jade.
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Sun 28 May 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Akram Abdulfattah
Akram Abdulfattah is a young Palestinian-American violin master who combines jazz with middle eastern and Indian music.
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Fri 2 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Bootleg Blondie
Bootleg Blondie is the world's number one official Debbie Harry and Blondie tribute band
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Sun 4 Jun 2023 at 7:30 PM
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In The Smoke
An evening with writers Patrick McCabe and Timothy O’Grady, featuring musicians Dezi Donnelly, Mike McGoldrick, Cathy Jordan of Dervish, and the whistler Larry Beau.
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Thu 8 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Spiers & Boden
The much-loved folk duo return with songs from their latest album Fallow Ground.
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Fri 9 Jun 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Lol Goodman Band
Manchester’s own Lol Goodman Band have built a reputation as the band to see on the blues/rock circuit.
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Fri 9 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Beatles Complete
Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.
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Sat 10 Jun 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Kyshona supported by Lady Nade
Blending roots, rock, R&B, and folk with lyrical prowess, Kyshona is unrelenting in her pursuit of the healing power of song.
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Sat 10 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Mike Sweeney’s Sixties Classics
Broadcasting legend Mike Sweeney takes to the stage in a show packed with sixties classics.
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Sun 11 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express LIVE
Chuck Prophet and the Mission Express return on their first UK tour since 2017
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Fri 16 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Kris Drever Band
One of Scotland’s finest and most acclaimed songwriters Kris Drever comes to The Met with his own band featuring Louis Abbott, Euan Burton, and Rachel Lightbody.
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Last session:
Thu 22 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Aoife Scott
Rescheduled to Saturday 27 April 2024.
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Fri 23 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Nell Bryden
American singer-songwriter Nell Bryden returns to The Met with new album Arms Around The Flame, which is already being called her strongest yet. Supported by Rachael Sage.
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Sat 24 Jun 2023 at 8:00 PM
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CODA: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin
Due to circumstances beyond our control, this event has been cancelled. Ticket holders have been informed.
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Last session:
Sun 25 Jun 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Tom Russell
Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled. Ticket holders will be contacted and offered a full refund.
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Last session:
Fri 30 Jun 2023 at 7:00 PM
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Amber Run – The National Lottery’s United By Music Tour 2023
Music Venue Trust and The National Lottery bring some of the most exciting UK artists to grassroots venues across the UK this summer
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Sat 1 Jul 2023 at 2:30 PM
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Bury Music Service Summer Festival 1
Featuring Bury Music Service's Intermediate String Orchestra, Junior Concert Band, Training Youth Choir, and Youth Brass Band.
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Sat 1 Jul 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Bury Music Service Summer Festival 2
Featuring Bury Music Service's Percussion Ensemble, Youth Concert Band, Junior Woodwind Ensemble, and Youth String Orchestra.
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Sun 2 Jul 2023 at 3:00 PM
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Bury Music Service Summer Festival 3
Featuring Bury Music Service's Junior String Orchestra, Intermediate Brass Band, Junior Youth Choir, and Bury Youth Orchestra.
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Sun 2 Jul 2023 at 5:30 PM
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Bury Music Service Summer Festival 4
Featuring Bury Music Service's Junior Guitar Ensemble, Intermediate Guitar Ensemble, and Bury Rocks!
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Sun 2 Jul 2023 at 7:30 PM
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Bury Music Service Summer Festival 5
Featuring Bury Music Service's Intermediate Concert Band, Youth Wind Ensemble, Junior Brass Band, and Youth Big Band.
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Thu 13 Jul 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Gwilym Bowen Rhys
Winner of The Best Solo Artist Award in the Welsh Folk Awards, Gwilym Bowen Rhys is an ambassador for Welsh language folk song both at home in Wales and across the world.
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Fri 21 Jul 2023 at 8:00 PM
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STAX of SOUL
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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Sat 22 Jul 2023 at 2:00 PM
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Metro Jazz gig
The Met’s community jazz orchestra Metro Jazz, led by acclaimed saxophonist Munch Manship, perform a highly seasoned mix of the best foot-tapping jazz.
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Sat 29 Jul 2023 at 7:30 PM
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James Hartley
James Hartley is a musician from Bury who takes influence from 90’s indie music and blends it with melodic synths and heavy guitar riffs to create a fresh modern sound.
Burrs Live
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Wed 30 Aug 2023 at 8:00 PM
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The Bootleg Beatles
The world’s premier Beatles band returns to Bury for the opening night of Burrs Live.
Burrs Live
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Sun 3 Sep 2023 at 1:00 PM
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Proms in the Park with The Untold Orchestra
An afternoon with The Untold Orchestra in the the beautiful surroundings of Burrs Country Park. In support of Bury Hospice.
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Fri 8 Sep 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Emerging Showcase: The Zangwills + Clouds and Errors
We're thrilled to welcome The Zangwills and Clouds and Errors to The Met for our first Emerging Showcase of the autumn.
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Sat 9 Sep 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Mama – A tribute to Genesis
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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Sun 10 Sep 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Daphne’s Flight
Daphne's Flight features Chris While, Julie Matthews, Helen Watson, Melanie Harrold, and Miranda Sykes – five of the finest singer-songwriters of their generation.
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Fri 15 Sep 2023 at 7:30 PM
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The Houghton Weavers
The Houghton Weavers have been entertaining folk now for forty-eight years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation.
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Sat 16 Sep 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Hayseed Dixie
Twisted Hillbilly country rockers Hayseed Dixie bring their rootin' tootin' deliverances of rock classics to The Met.
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Fri 22 Sep 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Elvis: As It Was
The sensational Tommy Holland and The Rising Sun band recreate some of Elvis' most dynamic performances.
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Sat 23 Sep 2023 at 8:00 PM
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Wishbone Ash
The legendary Wishbone Ash perform their biggest-selling album Live Dates in its entirety, along with songs from many of their other, much-loved albums.
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Wed 22 Feb 2023 at 10:00 AM
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February Half-term Drama Day
Unleash your child’s creativity with The Met!
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- Today 7:00 PM
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Met Express
Met Express is The Met’s very own learning disability theatre company.
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- Sat 9:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 1:00 PM + more times
Aiming High
Aiming High is The Met’s specialist drama group for learning disabled and autistic young people.
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Wed 25 Oct 2023 at 12:00 PM
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Challenging Hate Crime against LGBTQI People of Colour Workshop
Find out more about this type of hate crime and local developments to combat it.
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Sun 19 Nov 2023 at 1:00 PM
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Singing workshop for low voices by The Sunday Boys
A singing workshop with The Sunday Boys, Manchester’s LGBTQ+ low-voiced choir and their founder and Artistic Director Michael Betteridge.
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- Mon 8 Jan 2024 11:00 AM
- Mon 22 Jan 2024 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 1:30 PM
- Wed 10 Jan 2024 1:30 PM + more times
Movers and Shakers
A fun movement-led workshop for children aged 1-5 and their grown-ups.