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The Manfreds

Nearly sixty years on from their 1960s heyday, The Manfreds return to perform their hits with original front man Paul Jones.

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LOUD Cabaret

A new monthly queer cabaret night hosted at The Met! This month featuring Hunter Millington, AJ LeRoy, and Minute Taker. Host Nathaniel Hall.

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The Haar

The Haar combines the fresh talent of traditional Irish singer Molly Donnery with three of the most exciting instrumentalists on the folk circuit: Cormac Byrne, Adam Summerhayes, and Murray Grainger.

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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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Bonnie & Clyde

Prestwich’s award winning amateur theatre company, PADOS, presents Bonnie & Clyde, a captivating musical that tells the true story of the infamous American outlaws Bonnie Parker and Clyde Barrow.

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Blair Dunlop

Blair Dunlop has been hailed as one of the UK’s most accomplished folk songwriters.

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Aoife Scott

Aoife Scott is an award-winning folk singer and songwriter based in Dublin, Ireland.

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  • Wed 1 May 7:30 PM

The Zutons

Bury's vinyl record store Wax and Beans are bringing The Zutons to Bury to play a stripped back show on Wednesday 1 May.

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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 2 May 8:00 PM

First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Michael Shafar, Paul McCaffrey, Jessie Nixon and MC Mick Ferry.

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Annie Dressner

New York singer-songwriter Annie Dressner has a straightforward lyrical style, sharp ear for wordplay and crisp, lilting vocals which offer you a front row seat to her stories.

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The Mighty Jitters

North Manchester band The Mighty Jitters embrace the good vibe and dislike the bad.

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Newton Faulkner: Feels Like Home Tour 2

Newton Faulkner comes to The Met with his Feels Like Home Tour part 2, featuring a solo, mainly acoustic set of favourite songs.

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Talisk

Talisk have amassed a global following whilst redefining the folk genre. There’s captivating a crowd, and then there’s Talisk.

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Jenny Colquitt

Jenny Colquitt's music combines Americana, indie and folk rock and pop. She writes with soul, lyrical vulnerability and style to accompany her musicality both through keys and guitar. Supported by Joe Martin.

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Apollo Junction

Apollo Junction are a band on the rise having just delivered their third (and best) album Here We Are and embarking on their biggest ever UK tour.

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  • Sat 11 May 8:00 PM

Fleetwood Bac

The world’s first and best Fleetwood Mac tribute band.

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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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The Hackles

The Hackles have taken the UK by storm and come to The Met in May for this special performance. Get your tickets now and experience their indie-folk magic!

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LOUD Cabaret

A new monthly queer cabaret night hosted at The Met!

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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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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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Gordon Giltrap and John Etheridge – Two Parts Guitar

Gordon Giltrap and John Etheridge join forces for an unforgettable evening of top class musicianship performed by two of the UK's most respected and influential guitarists.

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Patrick Monahan: Exclusively

High energy comedy meets hilarious material. Patrick Monahan has toured 1,000 + venues, travelling more miles than NASA’s Space Flights! Catch him now before his Mars stadium tour!  

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  • Fri 24 May 8:00 PM

B-Movie: Lust & Sound in West-Berlin 1979–1989 with Mark Reeder

An exclusive screening of B-Movie: Lust & Sound in West-Berlin, 1979 - 1989, followed by a Q&A with the filmmaker Mark Reeder.

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“Both Sides Now” play the Joni Mitchell Songbook

Both Sides Now, the UK’s only regular touring tribute to the songs of Joni Mitchell, are back on the road to celebrate Joni’s ever popular album Court & Spark.

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Breabach

Ranked among Scotland’s most skilled and imaginative contemporary folk acts, Breabach unite deep roots in Highland and Island tradition with the innovative musical ferment of their Glasgow base.

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Popstar Parties

Come to The Met and be treated like a star! Our popstar parties put you and your friends centre-stage with a VIP-style recording session in our state-of-the-art music studio.

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The Bench: A Tale from Paradise Heights

It’s just a bench in the park, the one by the war memorial. Many have sat here, but before the end of the year one of them will be murdered here…

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Amelia Coburn

Award-winning folk songwriter Amelia Coburn comes to The Met with songs from her debut album Between The Moon and The Milkman.

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  • Fri 31 May 8:00 PM

Beat The Drum – The Runrig Experience

Join Beat The Drum – The Runrig Experience for an evening of music from the Celtic music giants Runrig.

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The New Radio Ballads: In the Footsteps of Ewan MacColl

A concert of songs and spoken word with Jez Lowe, Bob Fox and Julie Matthews.

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First Thursday Comedy

Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Dave Johns, Chris Washington, Jon Pearson and MC Ben van der Velde.

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Jill Jackson

Jill Jackson is one of Scotland’s leading singer-songwriters and an acclaimed artist within the thriving international americana music scene.

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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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Darren Wharton’s RENEGADE

eaturing ex-Thin Lizzy member Darren Wharton, RENEGADE play songs from the albums, Renegade, Chinatown and Thunder & Lighting, plus all the greatest hits loved by fans across the globe.

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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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MCR Made: A tribute to the music of Manchester

MCR Made faithfully reproduce the music of The Stone Roses, The Smiths, Oasis, New Order, Happy Mondays, Inspiral Carpets, and other Manchester legends.

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Bury Music Presents: Roald Dahl’s Esio Trot

Roald Dahl’s book comes alive in this series of concerts performed by children from Bury primary schools.

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Poppycock + Vee VV

Poppycock's music straddles the gothic, bluesy, and ethereal; Vee VV purvey blistering, white hot, contemporary agit-noise.

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The Fugitives

The Fugitives are a Vancouver-based acoustic folk-roots group. They come to The Met with songs from their breakthrough sixth album, No Help Coming.

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LOUD Cabaret

A new monthly queer cabaret night hosted at The Met!

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David Woodman

David Woodman’s music inhabits the space where country, blues and folk intersect. This show at The Met marks the launch of his sixth album Family. Support comes from David’s son, Matt Woodman.

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CODA: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin

CODA: A Tribute to Led Zeppelin are Europe’s most authentic and exciting Led Zeppelin tribute band, replicating the power, excitement and magic of a Led Zeppelin show like no other.

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First Thursday Comedy

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

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Manchester International Roots Orchestra

The Manchester International Roots Orchestra (MIRO) is a unique ensemble of musicians with roots from across the world including refugee musicians.

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  • Fri 12 Jul 6:30 PM
  • Sat 13 Jul 1:30 PM, 6:30 PM + more times

Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical JR.

All Saints Elton Theatre Youth present Tim Minchin’s award-winning musical version of Roald Dahl's book.

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Arctic Numpties plus guests

Yorkshire's very own tribute to the Arctic Monkeys with an authenticity that is hard to beat.

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STAX of SOUL – The Legacy Tour 2024

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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Beauty and the Beast – The Broadway Musical

All Saints Elton Theatre Company present the musical Beauty and the Beast.

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Sleeper

Join Britpop legends Sleeper at The Met.

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The Sunday Boys – Here and Queer

An evening of choral music from The Sunday Boys combined with sounds of the contemporary club scene.

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First Thursday Comedy

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

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Clare Ferguson-Walker and Robin Ince

Come and have a tour around two marvellous minds via the vehicles of poetry, story telling, jokes and general silliness.

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Springsteen Acoustic Sessions

Springsteen Acoustic Sessions aims to capture a flavour of the Netflix phenomenon that is known as Springsteen On Broadway.

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The School of Curiosity

Is your child aged between 7 and 14 and bursting with creativity? Do they love reading, making, and telling stories? Do they have a passion for exploring the world of imagination? Well,...

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Home Educated Drama Workshop

A brand new weekly drama class specially created for children and young people who are home educated.

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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

A weekly dance workshop for children aged 5 – 11.

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No Barriers

A bespoke mentoring programme for young adults aged 16-25 years old.

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Northern Female Voices

A brand new programme to support and amplify Northern female-identifying voices to write.

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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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RockFit Rockathon

Join Jenny for a 1.5hr Rockathon to all of your favourite Rock and Heavy Metal tracks.

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Sketchbook Shindig

A monthly social for creatives to gather together, catch up and be inspired Two Crows style!

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Pen, Paper, Pose!

Join Lee Crocker for a lively figure drawing event for all levels of experience with a great playlist and random prizes. Basic materials available and the bar will be open!

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Cut It Out Collage Club

Led by Alison Erika Forde, why not try our monthly collage club for a creative way to relax?

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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

Performance and theatre skills for young people.

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Life Drawing with Two Crows Studios

Develop your drawing skills with our monthly life drawing session for all levels.

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After School Art

This child friendly session is a chance to get creative after school and stretch those creative muscles.

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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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Mono Printing

Led by Lee Crocker, join us for this fun introduction to mono printing.

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Zine-Making

Led by Alison Erika Forde, this is a zine making workshop for everyone. 

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Rainbow Doodle Disco

Join us for this fun family event as Bury celebrates pride. There will be open decks and plenty of rainbow doodling for the whole family.

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Sketchbook Shindig 

A monthly social for creatives to gather together, catch up and be inspired Two Crows style!

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Draw Your Place

This inspiring workshop will take you through urban sketching to get you inspired by your surroundings.

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Cut It Out Collage Club

Led by Alison Erika Forde, why not try our monthly collage club for a creative way to relax?

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Pen, Paper, Pose!

Join Lee Crocker for a lively figure drawing event for all levels of experience with a great playlist and random prizes. Basic materials available and the bar will be open!

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Life Drawing with Two Crows Studios

Develop your drawing skills with our monthly life drawing session for all levels.

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After School Art

This child friendly session is a chance to get creative after school and stretch those creative muscles.

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Start Sketchin’ with Crocker Art

Artist Lee Crocker is renowned for believing drawing is for everyone and inspiring and encouraging you to give it a go in these lively relaxed sessions for everyone to enjoy.

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Cut It Out Collage Club

Led by Alison Erika Forde, why not try our monthly collage club for a creative way to relax?

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RockFit – Rock-fest!

Join Tia for all your favourite festival bands in one rock heavy fitness session! No wellies required!

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Comic Con Pen, Paper, Pose!

Join Lee Crocker for a lively figure drawing event that is Comic Con inspired for all levels of experience with a great playlist and random prizes. Basic materials available and the bar will...

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Metro Jazz (15 Apr – 1 Jul)

Metro Jazz is The Met’s own community jazz orchestra led by experienced saxophonist and educator Munch Manship.

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Learn Harmonica (29 Apr – 15 Jul)

A course in harmonica playing all levels, led by former British blues harmonica champion Mat Walklate. Sessions 22 April – 24 June 2024.

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