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A Fete Worse Than Death by Richard James

A Fete Worse Than Death takes us right into the chaos of a village fete where the atmosphere is anything but peaceful... Presented by All Saints Elton Theatre Company.

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The Haunting of Widow’s Leap Farm

Joe O'Byrne's The Haunting of Widow's Leap Farm is a supernatural horror where a murder investigation in a seaside town reveals a dark truth.

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All The Single Ladies (Bury)

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 Bury actors.

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The Secret Spooky Storytelling Club

October’s Secret Storytelling Club is a night of folk horror and murderous myth!

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High Heels & Bass Squeals

This contemporary drag cabaret by Robin Reeds charts a path from childhood isolation and adversity to self-discovery, resilience and unapologetic joy.

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  • Fri 27 Nov 7:00 PM

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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A Christmas Night Out – MaD Theatre Company

MaD Theatre Company presents an original festive comedy, followed by a performance by Jake Hardman and live band.

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With All My Fondest Love

A moving true story of love and loss told across three generations of one family. ★★★★ ‘a hidden gem’ (The Reviews Hub)

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First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Simon Wozniak, Chris Kehoe, Gill Gee, and host Bennett Arron.

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First Thursday Comedy

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

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The Houghton Weavers

The north-west’s premier comedy-folk trio, now celebrating their fiftieth anniversary, The Houghton Weavers deliver a feel-good evening of classic sing-alongs, poignant ballads, and infectious humour that guarantees to "Keep Folk Smiling".

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What Wood Victoria Do?

What Wood Victoria Do? is a brand new show that dives deep into the comic and musical world of Victoria Wood. Come and get a fresh batch of music, mirth and macaroons!

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Introduction to Playwriting

A fun and relaxed course about writing for the stage.

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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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Disney’s Dare to Dream JR.

Celebrate one-hundred years of Disney music in this breathtaking musical revue performed by All Saints Elton Theatre Youth.

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SHOWTIME – Kats Dance Academy

A dancing show arranged by Kats Dance Academy based in Heywood.

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Family

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October Half-term Drama Day: Doorway to Dimensions!

A fun-filled day of creative drama for children aged 5-11 during the October half-term break.

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The Brain Bending Science Illusion Show

Join The Magical Mr West and Crowbert on a journey into the brain bending world of science illusions! Ages 6+

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The Magic Stick

A family show full of Indian dance, storytelling and stage magic… Where kindness comes alive! Ages 6-12 years.

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Jack and the Beanstalk

Fee-fi-fo-FUN! Get ready for a GIANT panto adventure with Jack and the Beanstalk.

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The Dinosaurs Are Back!

Watch out! Dinosaurs about! Dommy B brings a one man adventure with poems, rap and dance! Meet Proto and his pals; Spinosaurus, Argentinosaurus and T-Rex.

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The Ultimate Bubble Show

Ray Bubbles, international bubbleologist and world record holder, presents this high-energy show filled with incredible bubble sculptures, magical effects, and the quest to create the ultimate square bubble!

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The Lamb Who Came For Dinner

Based on the much-loved picture book, this brand-new musical adaptation brings warmth, wit, and delightful songs to the classic tale of an unlikely friendship. Ages 3+.

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Festivals

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  • Sat 10:00 AM

Bury Festival of Art

A celebration of the wealth of artistic talent that Bury has to offer.

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Food and Drink

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Bury Beer Festival 2026

The Met's annual celebration of food, drink, music and good times returns this November.

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Music

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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 + Cottons + By The Waves

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 Cottons and By The...

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  • Fri 16 Oct 8:00 PM

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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Martin Simpson

One of the world’s finest acoustic guitarists, Martin Simpson comes to The Met with his new album Some Kind of Jubilee.

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The Brothers Gillespie

The Brothers Gillespie make music that is animated by lyrical songwriting, fine fingerstyle guitar playing, and multi-instrumental musicianship.

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Ed Force One – a tribute to Iron Maiden

Widely recognised as the UK’s top Iron Maiden tribute, Bristol’s Ed Force One deliver an authentic show full of the band's legendary classics with a few surprises.

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Sam Sweeney & Grace Smith

Sam Sweeney and Grace Smith are two of England’s leading fiddle players, known for their powerful, expressive playing and deep connection to traditional music.

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China Crisis – Warped 2026 Tour

Join China Crisis on their Warped 2026 tour – a celebration of over four decades of innovative pop, blending classic hits, fresh creations, and the artistry that has made them true originals.

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Von Hertzen Brothers

Finnish progressive rock visionaries the Von Hertzen Brothers bring their career-spanning "Acoustic Enough" tour to The Met in celebration of 25 years of genre-defying music.

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Sweet and Sour – The Ultimate Tribute to Sabrina Carpenter and Olivia Rodrigo

Due to circumstances outside of our control this show has been cancelled. We apologise for any inconvenience caused. Customers will be contacted and offered a full refund.

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Niall McNamee

Niall McNamee is an Irish singer-songwriter and actor known for his thoughtful, full-blooded songs and charismatic live performances, bringing his Limited Edition tour to The Met.

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An Evening with The Forcefields

The Forcefields create a spellbinding multi-sensory universe dissolving the border between live concert and immersive theatre experience.

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Reflections: The Musical Legacy of Diana Ross

Starring the incredible Tameka Jackson, this show features classics like Ain’t No Mountain, I’m Coming Out, Baby Love, Where Did Our Love Go, Stop In The Name of Love, and more.

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Steve Knightley & The Winter Yards Band

We're thrilled to welcome Steve Knightley - multi-award-winning singer-songwriter and founder of revered folk band Show of Hands - back to The Met with his new project The Winter Yards Band. Joined...

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Bob Fox & Stu Luckley

Legendary folk duo Bob Fox and Stu Luckley reunite to perform beloved tracks from their albums Nowt So Good'll Pass and Wish We Never Had Parted.

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The Songs of Nick Drake

Keith James and Richie Cotterill deliver a deeply emotional, masterfully crafted tribute to the timeless music of Nick Drake.

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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 Grace Elizabeth Harvey, Gideon Conn, and host Ben P Williams.

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Laura Cortese

A special matinee show from Laura Cortese, featuring material from her brand new album of original American folk songs.

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Gary Stewart’s Graceland

To mark the 40th anniversary of Paul Simon’s iconic album Graceland, Gary Stewart and his six-piece band bring the album’s infectious rhythms and soul-stirring melodies to life in this vibrant performance.

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Harry Hudson Taylor

Irish singer-songwriter Harry Hudson Taylor brings his first UK headline tour to The Met, showcasing songs from his debut EP, Hiding From Nature.

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Focus

Focus, the iconic 1960s/70s progressive rock band, return to The Met fresh from a successful world tour and the release of their new album Focus 12.

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Emerging Showcase: MORA & The Fabulous Wonderfuls + Bad Penny + Mission Nowhere

MORA & the Fabulous Wonderfuls bring a unique blend of righteous anger and soul-lifting songs. They're joined by band Bad Penny and pop-punk power trio Mission Nowhere.

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80’s Mania

Europe's premier 1980s tribute concert comes to The Met, featuring twenty-eight chart topping eighties pop icons recreated live on stage!

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Martin Harley

Acclaimed as one of the UK’s leading roots musicians, Martin Harley blends world-class slide guitar mastery with heartfelt songwriting to create a soulful, award-winning mix of blues, folk, and americana.

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Chris Helme

Singer-songwriter Chris Helme, formerly the frontman of The Seahorses, brings his new album ‘Forest For The Trees’ for a night of raw, soulful music.

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A Winter Union

Five leading lights of the UK folk scene share their joyous Christmas party featuring reimagined winter classics from both sides of the Atlantic.

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St Agnes Fountain

St Agnes Fountain bring their Silver Jubilee Tour to The Met, featuring the signature blend of carols and original songs that has made them an essential Christmas tradition.

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Emerging Showcase: Ellen Beth Abdi + Janileigh Cohen

An intimate evening with Manchester’s genre-defying multi-instrumentalist Ellen Beth Abdi and evocative Lancashire songwriter Janileigh Cohen.

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Marquee Square Heroes – A tribute to Marillion

Experience the musical power of early Marillion, brought to life by Marquee Square Heroes – a band of veteran musicians dedicated to recreating the magic of the Fish era.

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The Blockheads

Starting out as the band behind Ian Dury, legendary outfit The Blockheads have grown in stature from 1977, right up to the present day.

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Eliza Marshall

Award-winning flautist and composer Eliza Marshall performs her debut solo album Eternal Birth – a cinematic celebration of the cycle of life, bursting with kaleidoscopic musical influences and spoken word.

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Edwina Hayes

Singer-songwriter Edwina brings together English folk, americana and the rich northern singer-songwriter tradition to create a sound that’s truly her own.

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Martyn Joseph

Singer-songwriter Martyn Joseph is a mesmerising live performer who has been compared to Bruce Springsteen, John Mayer, Bruce Cockburn and Dave Matthews.

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The Springsteen Sessions

The Springsteen Sessions are the UK’s most authentic and hard-working tribute to Bruce Springsteen and the E-Street Band, delivering a high-energy journey through four decades of rock classics.

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Elvis: As It Was

Experience the raw, electrifying energy of the King at his peak as Tommy Holland faithfully recreates both his iconic 1969 Las Vegas residency and his explosive 1972 tour in this unmissable tribute.

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  • Fri 5 Feb 2027 8:00 PM
  • Sat 6 Feb 2027 8:00 PM + more times

IQ

Progressive rock legends IQ return to The Met for their 2027 Weekender, featuring two nights of unique, career-spanning sets and a visually stunning atmosphere that draws fans from across the globe to...

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Seamus Fogarty

London-based alt-folk alchemist Seamus Fogarty performs at The Met following the release of his new album Ships.

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Jan Akkerman

Legendary guitarist Jan Akkerman comes to The Met to celebrate his eightieth birthday and play music from his long career.

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The Irish House Party

Unfortunately, this event has been cancelled. Ticket holders will be contacted and offered a full refund.

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Andy Fairweather Low and the Low Riders

Sweet soulful music from a remarkable band with a remarkable front man.

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Ultimate Coldplay

The world’s most accurate Coldplay tribute. Expect all the biggest hits including Paradise, Fix You, Viva la Vida, My Universe and Yellow.

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Sound of the Sirens

Hailing from Exeter, Abbe Martin and Hannah Wood have built a reputation as "one of the UK's finest folk acts" with their heartfelt songwriting and dynamic live performances.

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Alex Hart

Described by BBC Radio 2 presenter Mark Radcliffe as “the Stevie Nicks of Folk”, singer-songwriter Alex Hart performs at The Met following the release of her album ‘VISIONS’.

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Oasis Supernova

Oasis Supernova is a full live Oasis tribute dedicated to the sound, swagger and story of Oasis.

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The Stumble

For more than two decades, The Stumble have established themselves as one of the UK's premier live blues, soul and R&B bands, blending powerful original songwriting with inspired reinterpretations of classic material.

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Daphne’s Flight

Daphne's Flight features Chris While, Julie Matthews, Helen Watson, and Miranda Sykes – four of the finest singer-songwriters of their generation.

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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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Brooke Law

From provocative rock to soulful confessionals, Brooke Law's music is both challenge and comfort. With influences ranging from Janis Joplin to Alanis Morissette, her powerful voice blends grit and grace.

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The Fargo Railroad Co.

Sheffield's bearded four-piece the Fargo Railroad Company bring a blast of authentic country rock to The Met! Expect killer songs and hard-working passion.

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Lynne Hanson & Blair Michael Hogan

Award-winning Canadian songwriter Lynne Hanson brings her high-energy, gritty brand of americana to The Met for an unforgettable night of soulful storytelling and roots guitar alongside Blair Michael Hogan.

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Belle Roscoe

Belle Roscoe is Australian sibling duo, Matty and Julia Gurry, whose harmony-driven folk/rock/americana sound has drawn comparisons to Fleetwood Mac and The Black Keys.

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Oysterband’s John Jones, Ray Cooper and Al Scott

John Jones, best known as the powerful and charismatic singer with Oysterband, performs new music with musicians Ray Cooper and Al Scott.

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Harp and a Monkey perform matinee show ‘90 Minutes of Joy’

Uplifting stories and songs from award-winning modern folk trio Harp and a Monkey – a delightful, instrument-filled afternoon of warmth, laughter, and simple pleasures designed to put a smile on your face.

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G2 Definitive Genesis

G2 Definitive Genesis pay tribute to Genesis’ four-man “Seconds Out” era, whilst also dipping back into the earlier Gabriel years.

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The Dunwells

The Dunwells are a successful Leeds based indie-folk-pop band with strong vocals, powerful melodies and heartfelt lyrics.

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Joe Martin

Joe Martin is known for his American folk sound and masterful songwriting. This show will see the recording of his new album The Next Five Years.

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The Magpies

Transatlantic folk band The Magpies combine sublime harmonies with exquisite musicianship and songwriting.

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Sorrel Nation

Travelling troubadour Sorrel Nation expertly weaves a rooted Americana sound, blending folk-rock, country influences and deeply emotive songwriting. John Adams supports.

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King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys

Catch King Pleasure and The Biscuit Boys – the world’s greatest jump, jive, and swing act – for a raw, rough, and always-rocking night of authentic vintage rhythm and blues.

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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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Old Baby Mackerel

A high-energy bluegrass band from Bristol, bringing together banjo, fiddle, guitar, double bass and rich vocal harmonies in a live show full of blistering solos, quick-fire humour and infectious rhythm.

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Emerging Showcase: Ami Alex + support TBC

The Met’s regular night showcasing emerging artists returns with an evening featuring Lancashire-based pop artist Ami Alex.

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“The 2 Tone show” featuring the SKAlectrics

Seven-piece band The SKAlectrics celebrate the sounds of the Two Tone era. Join them on a journey through the music of Bad Manners, The Selecter, The Beat, Madness, The Specials, and more.

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The Music of John Denver

Chris Bannister performs a show in tribute to one of the best selling artists in the world. Featuring all your John Denver favourites, including Annie’s Song, Take Me Home Country Roads, and Leaving On A Jet Plane.

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The Bohemians: Queen Greatest Hits Tour

Come and celebrate Queen in style with a comprehensive re-enactment of their greatest Hits. Featuring performances of all your favourites, this is an unforgettable journey through Queen's iconic career.

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Laurence Jones

Award winning blues-rock artist Laurence Jones comes to The Met with his debut solo acoustic tour, returning to his roots: pure blues! Plus support Amy Eftekhari.

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Dr Feelgood: 40th Anniversary of Doctors Orders Tour

British rhythm 'n' blues legends Dr Feelgood come to The Met.

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Workshops & Courses

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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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Curiosity Club (autumn term 9 September – 21 October 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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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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Aiming High

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

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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 (autumn term 7 September – 19 October 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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Learn Harmonica (autumn term 21 Sep – 23 Nov 2026)

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

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Metro Jazz (autumn term 14 Sep – 23 Nov 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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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 – 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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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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