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• Tue 19 May 7:00 PM
• Wed 20 May 7:00 PM + more times

High School Musical JR.

For their very first production, PADOS Intermediates are taking to the stage with musical High School Musical JR., based on the smash-hit Disney movie.

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• Thu 8 Oct 7:30 PM

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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• Thu 3 Sep 7:30 PM

Showcase Scotland Introducing Tour: Birdvox & Iona Fyfe

A captivating double-bill featuring award-winning Scots singer Iona Fyfe alongside the vibrant, harmony-drenched electro-folk of Birdvox.

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• Fri 11 Sep 8:00 PM

Blackmore’s Blood

Blackmore's Blood is the go-to tribute for fans of Ritchie Blackmore’s legendary rock years with Deep Purple and Rainbow.

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• Fri 31 Jul 7:30 PM

Emerging Showcase: Ami Alex + Ewan Sim

Ami Alex is a viral pop sensation with a retro inspired sound; Ewan Sim is a Manchester-based singer-songwriter who blends soul, pop, rock and indie.

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• Wed 27 May 7:00 PM

Cerys Bradley’s Queer Tales For Autistic Folk

Join comedian Cerys Bradley (WINNER Autistic Excellence Award; as seen on Comedy Central, UKTV, and BBC One Wales) for this interactive choose-your-own-story comedy show.

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• Thu 24 Sep 7:30 PM

Jaywalkers

Acoustic trio Jaywalkers are one of the UK's finest Americana bands blending virtuosic instrumentals and three part harmonies.

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• Sat 30 May 7:30 PM

A Northern Tr*nny Hootenanny

Saddle up for this award winning, queer parody epic where Disney meets Dolly Parton by way of Manchester’s gay village. Presented by trans trailblazer and international cabaret renegade Hunter King.

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• Sat 17 Oct 7:30 PM

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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• Thu 21 May 8:00 PM

James Walsh & Ben Ottewell

Two of the best voices of the past 30 years unite for a special double bill. James Walsh of Starsailor and Ben Ottewell of Gomez share the stage for a powerful evening of live music.

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• Thu 9 Jul 7:00 PM
• Fri 10 Jul 7:00 PM + more times

Shrek The Musical JR.

The award winning All Saints Elton Theatre Youth brings the hilarious, heart-warming, and slightly swampy adventure of Shrek The Musical JR. to The Met.

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• Wed 17 Jun 7:00 PM
• Thu 18 Jun 7:00 PM + more times

Singin’ in the Rain

Experience the glitz, glamour, and "glorious feeling" of Hollywood’s golden age as the multi award winning All Saints Elton Theatre Company brings the legendary musical Singin’ in the Rain to The Met.

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• Sat 4 Jul 8:00 PM

Mama – The All Era Genesis Tribute Band

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.

Community Events - Last session: Thu 5 Mar 2026 at 10:00 AM - This event has now passed

International Women’s Day at The Met

Join us for a free International Women’s Day celebration — and everyone’s invited. This is a day for gathering, pulling up a chair, sharing food, trying something new and celebrating together.

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• Wed 8 Apr 7:30 PM

Metro Jazz presents ‘Feel So Good’

This spring, The Met’s community jazz orchestra Metro Jazz bursts into bloom with a feel-good selection of jazz classics.

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• Thu 22 Oct 8:00 PM

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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• Sat 7:00 PM

Stories from the Floor

Stories From the Floor is a FREE, open mic storytelling night at The Met, for all those who revel in folklore, myth and legend!

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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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• Wed 25 Mar 7:30 PM

Castlebox

Bury Youth Theatre Seniors' performance Castlebox follows classic fairytale characters as they watch and react to their own stories, Gogglebox-style.

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• Tue 21 Jul 1:30 PM

As It Is

Bury’s vinyl record store Wax and Beans bring As It Is to Bury in celebration of their new album.

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• Sat 27 Jun 8:00 PM

John McCusker Trio

Revered traditional musician John McCusker is joined by Radio 2 Horizon award winner Sam Kelly and virtuoso multi-instrumentalist Toby Shaer for a thrilling evening of heartfelt songs and instrumental brilliance.

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• Sat 19 Sep 8:00 PM

The Wonder of Stevie

Award-winning vocalist Noel McCalla and his world-class band present back-to-back Stevie Wonder hits including Superstition, Signed, Sealed, Delivered, Isn’t She Lovely, I Wish, Master Blaster and many more.

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• Fri 17 Jul 7:30 PM

All The Singles Ladies (Manchester)

Marilyn balances the demands of her cantankerous mother with her search for romance at the weekly "Single Ladies Tuesday" event... A new dark comedy by MaD Theatre Company.

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• Fri 3 Jul 8:00 PM

Gavin Fairhall Lever

Blending the infectious energy of Celtic tradition with the subtle expressivity of jazz, this London-based trio delivers a vibrant, contemporary folk performance full of melodic warmth and rhythmic drive.

Festivals - Last session: Sat 28 Feb 2026 at 11:00 AM - This event has now passed

The Mini Met: Exhibitions

An exhibition including pieces from Eloise Hardy, Murron Fraser and Paul Jenkins. Part of the Mini Met project.

Music - Last session: Sat 28 Feb 2026 at 1:30 PM - This event has now passed

The Mini Met: Danni B

Danni B is a singer-songwriter and versatile vocalist. A FREE concert in Bury's Mill Gate Shopping Centre as part of the Mini Met project.

Music - Last session: Sun 22 Feb 2026 at 2:00 PM - This event has now passed

The Mini Met: Prestwich Community Choir

Join Prestwich Community Choir for two uplifting sets of feel good music. A FREE concert in Bury's Mill Gate Shopping Centre as part of the Mini Met project.

Literature - Last session: Sat 28 Feb 2026 at 2:30 PM - This event has now passed

The Mini Met: Poetry by Paul Jenkins

Poet Paul Jenkins brings his words of rhythm and rhyme to share with all. A FREE event in Bury's Mill Gate Shopping Centre as part of the Mini Met project.

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• Sat 6 Jun 8:00 PM

Tony Christie: The Great Farewell

The legendary singer comes to The Met with his farewell tour. Don't miss this last chance see him perform his timeless hits including Is This The Way To Amarillo.

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• Fri 22 May 7:30 PM

Rank: A Tale from Paradise Heights

Joe O’Byrne's Rank is a taut supernatural thriller where urban grit meets the paranormal as a taxi boss fights to survive a haunted Halloween night amidst a city-wide storm.