Latest events on sale
- Thu 17 Oct 8:00 PM
Kirsty McGee
Somewhere between jazz, folk, gospel and Americana there is an area of music that doesn’t have a name. Kirsty McGee has spent the past fifteen years mapping this place.
- Fri 22 Nov 8:00 PM
The Christians
The Christians return to The Met to play their back catalogue and songs selected from their latest album.
- Sun 15 Sep 7:30 PM
Sharon Shannon and band with special guest Seckou Keita
The legendary Irish accordion maestro is joined Senegal's Seckou Keita for this special show at The Met.
- Sat 30 Nov 8:00 PM
Graham Parker
One of the UK's most distinguished and original songwriters, best known as lead singer of Graham and The Rumour who preceded punk rock and new wave.
- Thu 13 Jun 7:30 PM
- Thu 20 Jun 7:30 PM + more times
The Greek
The Greek is a tender comedy-drama about British identity, and the humanity on both sides of a divided country.
- Sat 26 Oct 8:00 PM
The Stumble
A blistering mix of blues, soul and old school r&b, The Stumble have been wowing audiences with the energy and virtuosity of their live performances for the past twenty years.
- Sun 12 May 11:00 AM
Big Whistle Festival Brunch
Breakfast chat, stories and music with a Peatbog Faeries legend; Peter Morrison. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sat 11 May 3:00 PM
Michael Walsh: From Stockport to Asturias
In this interview with Phil Brown, Michael Walsh journeys from learning the whistle in the ’70s to his research on Asturian folk music. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sun 12 May 4:00 PM
Jenn Butterworth and Laura-Beth Salter
Jenn Butterworth and Laura-Beth Salter have each been a presence on the UK folk scene for a number of years and now they're back for Big Whistle Festival 2019!
- Sat 11 May 9:00 PM
Peatbog Faeries
A Peatbog Faeries gig is an unforgettable experience that invariably results in euphoric audience response. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sun 14 Apr 3:15 PM, 5:45 PM, 8:15 PM + more times
West End Calling
An exciting competition for young musical theatre performers.
- Sun 5 May 2:00 PM
The Greatest Show For Families
Featuring some of the most iconic songs from shows such as The Greatest Showman, Disney Classics, Moulin Rouge, A Star is Born and more.
- Thu 1 Aug 8:30 PM
First Thursday Comedy Club
First Thursday Comedy Club returns in its original format featuring Roger Monkhouse, El Baldiniho, Red Redmond and Jamie Sutherland
- Thu 2 May 8:30 PM
First Thursday Comedy Club
Pat Monahan and John Moloney perform their new Edinburgh fringe festival shows.
- Mon 11 Mar 7:15 PM
- Tue 12 Mar 7:15 PM + more times
Ahoy!
‘Ahoy!’ is a not-for-profit production organised by ALFA Education Ltd with and for schools and community choirs in association with us, The Met.
- Thu 4 Jul 8:30 PM
First Thursday Comedy Club
Featuring Edinburgh fringe festival shows from Alfie Moore and Marcus Birdman.
- Thu 6 Jun 8:30 PM
First Thursday Comedy Club
Featuring Edinburgh fringe festival shows from Tiff Stevenson and Jack Gleadow.
- Sat 21 Sep 8:00 PM
The Oldham Tinkers
A rare appearance from the Lancastrian folk legends; an evening of dry wit and song with lashings of humour to spare.
- Thu 16 May 7:30 PM
We Are What We Overcome
Uplifting, anthemic tunes punctuate stories and conversation, shedding light on mental health with self-deprecating honesty and dark humour.
- Fri 1 Nov 8:00 PM
Wishbone Ash – 50th Anniversary Tour
It’s a remarkable milestone few bands have achieved… Fifty years of continual touring and recording… and always at the highest level.
- Fri 5 Jul 8:00 PM
The Clone Roses and The Smiths Ltd
Two of the UK's best tribute bands combine forces.
- Fri 12 Jul 8:00 PM
Nell Bryden
With this tour, Nell Bryden has gone back to her roots and followed the traditional sonic footsteps of her idols Dusty Springfield, Aretha Franklin and Carole King.
- Sun 12 May 1:00 PM
FARA with Steven Johnston and Catherine Ashcroft
Fara's music combines the unique fiddle tradition of the Orkney islands with contemporary and original songs and tunes. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sun 12 May 6:00 PM
Luke Daniels’ Kaleidoscope Music Memes with Abel Selaocoe
In this first of four Kaleidoscope Music Memes shows Luke Daniels is joined by South African cellist Abel Selaocoe. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sat 11 May 4:00 PM
Drop the Floor
The band is steeped in the Irish tradition and exude an enthusiasm which is constantly shared by audience members wherever they perform. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Wed 6 Mar 7:30 PM
- Fri 8 Mar 7:30 PM + more times
Airswimming
Persephone Baker and Dora Kitson are incarcerated in St. Dymphna’s Hospital for the Criminally Insane. United by circumstance, the women form a bond and adopt alter-egos to escape the mundanity of life.
Latest workshops on sale
- Mon 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM
- Mon 4 Mar 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM + more times
Learn Harmonica with Mat Walklate 2019
A course in harmonica playing all levels, led by former British blues harmonica champion Mat Walklate.
- Tue 11:20 AM
- Tue 5 Mar 11:20 AM + more times
ALFA Community Ukulele Band
For adults of all ages and abilities. Learn to play this accessible, fun and...
- Wed 4:30 PM
- Wed 6 Mar 4:30 PM + more times
The Young Company
The Met’s youth theatre is available in two sessions. Discover – Sessions 4.30pm-5.30pm For...
- Sat 23 Mar 10:30 AM
Learn To Play Day
Join us for a day of musical inspiration for all ages, with free drop-in...
- Sat 11 May 11:00 AM
African Tunes with Eliza Marshall
Workshop. Take an exotic break in the comfort of The Met, working on African tunes collected by Eliza that suit the characteristics of the whistle. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sat 11 May 11:00 AM
Getting Started with Emma Sweeney
Workshop. Get started on one of the most simple yet endearing of all instruments – the old tin whistle. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sat 11 May 3:00 PM
One Education Whistle Workshop
Workshop for ages 7-16. Learn about the whistle and other traditional instruments from the students of One Education Music. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sat 11 May 3:00 PM
Steady Away Workshop with Emma Sweeney
Workshop. Accessible tunes to play with others. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sun 12 May 3:00 PM
Workshop with Jenn Butterworth and Laura-Beth Salter
Meet two of Scotland’s most impressive string musicians. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Sun 12 May 3:30 PM
Advanced Whistle with Brian Finnegan
Workshop. A world class whistle workshop with Flook’s Brian Finnegan. Part of Big Whistle Festival 2019.
- Mon 10 Jun 7:00 PM
Introduction to Sound Recording
Led by The Met’s professional Recording Studio Manager, this course teaches techniques and skills for studio sound recording.