What’s on at The Met?
Theatre
- Thu 29 Jan 2026 7:30 PM
Krapp’s Last Tape by Samuel Beckett
Revel in Samuel Beckett's riveting journey into the human soul as we enter Krapp's world of solitude, memories, dreams, elation, and despair. Starring David Westhead and directed by Academy Award nominee Stockard...
Comedy
- Thu 22 Jan 2026 8:00 PM
The Met’s Comedian of the Year Competition 2026
Presented by First Thursday Comedy. Six up-and-coming comedians perform and compete for a £600 prize, and the prestigious title of The Met’s Comedian of the Year. Compere Tez Ilyas.
Family
- Today 10:30 AM
- Fri 9 Jan 2026 10:30 AM + more times
The Nest
The Nest is an interactive environment for young children and their grown-ups, inviting families to explore, play, and connect through the joy of light.
- Sat 31 Jan 2026 1:00 PM
The Ultimate Bubble Show
Prepare to be mesmerised by this high-energy show filled with incredible bubble sculptures, magical effects, and the quest to create the ultimate square bubble!
Music
- Sat 10 Jan 2026 8:00 PM
Jean Genie – The best of David Bowie
Jean Genie performs all of David Bowie's greatest hits.
- Fri 16 Jan 2026 8:00 PM
A History of Blues Harmonica 1920s – 1960s
Former British Blues Harmonica champion Mat Walklate takes us on a journey through the history of blues harmonica, demonstrated live by Mat and guitarists Alex Haynes and James Lawley.
- Fri 23 Jan 2026 8:00 PM
Get A Round In
Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music.
- Sat 24 Jan 2026 8:00 PM
Pinked Floyd
An evening packed with favourites from the timeless albums Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, The Division Bell, Wish You Were Here, Animals, and A Momentary Lapse of Reason.
- Thu 29 Jan 2026 7:00 PM
Bury Music: Battle of the Bands
Bury Music return to The Met! Witness the best local up and coming bands as they battle to represent Bury in the Greater Manchester Music Hub Battle of the Bands.
- Fri 30 Jan 2026 8:00 PM
Emerging Showcase: Little Strange + Tommy Ball
The Met's emerging artists night is back for 2026, featuring the genre-blending rock of Manchester's Little Strange and the soulful, finger-picking songwriting of Blackburn's Tommy Ball.
- Sat 31 Jan 2026 8:00 PM
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.
Workshops & Courses
- Mon 7:00 PM
- Tue 7:00 PM + more times
Met Express
Met Express is The Met’s very own learning disability theatre company.
- Sat 17 Jan 2026 10:30 AM
Rockfit Rockathon
Join us this January as we kickstart 2026 with a 90 minute Rockathon. This is the perfect way to help get your body moving after a glorious Christmas break.