What’s on at The Met?
Theatre
- Thu 3 Jul 7:30 PM
Nanna Mo’s Botox and Bum Lifts
After doing a course in cosmetic procedures Nanna Mo has started giving Botox jabs and Brazilian butt lifts to the residents of her care home. A New Comedy by MaD Theatre Company.
- Fri 27 Jun 7:00 PM
- Fri 18 Jul 7:00 PM + more times
The Secret Storytelling Club
The Secret Storytelling Club invites you to an unforgettable evening of captivating tales, spine tingling songs, and thought-provoking conversations.
Comedy
- Thu 3 Jul 8:00 PM
First Thursday Comedy
Hilarious comedy at The Met on the First Thursday of every month. Featuring Paul Sinha and Tom Stade previewing their brand new shows.
Community Events
Family
- Thu 17 Jul 6:15 PM
Family Stories and Dragons: A Fantasy Role-Playing Game for all the Family!
Join the League of Curiosity for Family Stories and Dragons, a unique experience where families come together within our Storytelling Hub to explore a world of fantasy and adventure.
Audition callout for Pied Piper Youth Ensemble
We are looking for children aged 9-13 who live in either Bury or Bolton to be part of the Young Company in this year’s pantomime, The Pied Piper of Hamelin.
Music
- Fri 4 Jul 8:00 PM
Arctic Numpties
Experience the ultimate Arctic Monkeys tribute with Yorkshire's own Arctic Numpties! This passionate band meticulously recreates the Sheffield icons' sound and look, covering hits from all seven albums.
- Fri 11 Jul 8:00 PM
Beatles Complete
Beatles Complete present a night of Beatlemania packed with massive hits from the most influential band of all time.
- Sat 12 Jul 12:00 PM
Bury Music Summer Festival 1
Featuring Bury Music's Junior Youth Choir, Junior Woodwind Ensemble, Junior String Orchestra, and Junior Brass Band.
- Sat 12 Jul 3:00 PM
Bury Music Summer Festival 2
Featuring Bury Music’s Youth Brass Band, Intermediate Concert Band, Intermediate Guitar Ensemble, and Percussion Ensemble.
- Sat 12 Jul 7:30 PM
Bury Music Summer Festival 3
Featuring Bury Music’s Youth Woodwind Group, Intermediate Youth Choir, and Youth Concert Band.
- Sun 13 Jul 3:00 PM
Bury Music Summer Festival 4
Featuring Bury Music’s Junior Concert Band, Youth String Orchestra, and Youth Orchestra.
- Sun 13 Jul 5:30 PM
Bury Music Summer Festival 5
Featuring Bury Music’s Junior Guitar Ensemble, Folk Ensemble, and All Comers Adult Choir.
- Sun 13 Jul 7:30 PM
Bury Music Summer Festival 6
Featuring Bury Music’s Intermediate Brass Band, Intermediate String Orchestra, and Youth Big Band.
- Fri 18 Jul 8:00 PM
Get A Round In
Three artists share the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music. Featuring Kirk McElhinney, Gideon Conn, and Ben P Williams.
- Sat 19 Jul 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.
- Wed 23 Jul 7:30 PM
Jam and Sketch at the Two Crows
A unique yet chilled evening inviting creatives to relax and share music, lyrics, poems and art! Whatever the medium, all ideas or influences are welcome.
- Thu 24 Jul 7:30 PM
The Zimmermen
The Zimmermen play classic and lesser-known Bob Dylan songs, spanning his entire career. Experience the full spectrum of his music from folk to blues, country, jazz, and beyond.
- Sat 26 Jul 7:30 PM
The Bookshop Band
The award-winning Bookshop Band transform books into captivating songs. Their cinematic sound creates an intimate and mesmerising experience. Join them for a unique blend of music and storytelling – no reading required!
Workshops & Courses
- Tue 6:15 PM
- Tue 1 Jul 6:15 PM + more times
Hands Together
Hands Together is an exciting community project for adults (18+) that uses the magic of puppetry to bring people together, foster creativity, and challenge hate!
- Mon 7:00 PM
- Tue 7:00 PM + more times
Met Express
Met Express is The Met’s very own learning disability theatre company.
- Wed 12:00 PM
- Wed 2 Jul 12:00 PM + more times
Home Educated Drama Workshop
A brand new weekly drama class specially created for children and young people who are home educated.
- Wed 1:30 PM
- Wed 2 Jul 1:30 PM + more times
Movers and Shakers
A fun movement-led workshop for children aged 1-5 and their grown-ups.
- Tomorrow 9:30 AM
- Sat 28 Jun 9:30 AM + more times
Aiming High
Aiming High is The Met’s specialist drama group for learning disabled and autistic young people.
- Mon 4:45 PM
- Mon 30 Jun 4:45 PM + more times
Leaps and Bounds
Incorporating different dance styles for children aged 5–10, Leaps and Bounds is for young people of all abilities.
- Mon 5:30 PM
- Mon 30 Jun 5:30 PM + more times
The School of Curiosity (Summer term 28 Apr – 21 Jul 2025)
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!
- Mon 6:30 PM
- Mon 30 Jun 6:30 PM + more times
Bury Youth Dance
Join us in Bury Youth Dance to develop skills, create new work, perform at a range of platforms and make connections to build career paths in dance.
- Wed 9 Jul 5:30 PM
Cut It Out Collage Club
Get ready to cut, rip, and stick! The Cut it Out Collage Club is back. All materials are provided, and everyone's welcome to chat, chill, and create. Come, be inspired, and unwind!
- Mon 30 Jun 11:00 AM
- Mon 14 Jul 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.
- Tue 15 Jul 5:00 PM
- Wed 16 Jul 5:00 PM + more times
Bury Youth Theatre
Want to explore your talents and make friends? Our junior and senior youth theatre groups are open to new members - come and join in!
- Tue 15 Jul 5:45 PM
Life Drawing with Two Crows Studios
Develop your drawing skills with our popular chilled life drawing session for all levels to enjoy with a bar. Basic materials are available.
- Tue 10:30 AM
- Tue 22 Jul 10:30 AM + more times
Tuesday Meet-Up
A creative monthly meet-up for artists and makers as well as first-timers.