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• Fri 21 Feb 2025 8:00 PM

Noasis

he definitive tribute to Manchester's super group Oasis. With obsessive attention to detail they recreate the real Oasis experience playing all the classic songs as if they were their own.

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• Sat 5 Apr 2025 7:30 PM

Rachel Fairburn: Side Eye

Star of Live at the Apollo and co-host of All Killa No Filla, Rachel Fairburn is a renowned stand up and “rock’n’roll star of British Comedy” (Rolling Stone).

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• Thu 30 Jan 2025 8:00 PM

Keith James – The Songs of Nick Drake

Keith James brings the music of Nick Drake to the stage in this special concert.

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• Sat 23 Nov 8:00 PM

Ralph McTell and Dave Pegg

Ralph McTell and Dave Pegg have been friends for more than fifty years. Join them for an evening of songs and stories from a lifetime on the road.

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• Sat 23 Nov 7:30 PM

Alberta Cross: ‘The Thief and The Heartbreaker’ Re-imagined Solo Tour

Alberta Cross are an Anglo-Swedish rock band led by singer-guitarist Petter Ericson Stakee, known for their anthemic Americana-tinged songs.

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• Fri 25 Oct 8:00 PM

Hannah Sanders and Ben Savage

A touch of ‘americana’, yet quintessentially English, Hannah Sanders and Ben Savage defy all conventions of style, genre and compartmentalisation.

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• Fri 22 Nov 7:30 PM

Emerging Showcase: No Such Thing Records take-over

An evening curated by No Such Thing Records, featuring artists signed to the label including Bitez, IORA, Lavender Rodriguez, and Ruby Tingle.

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• Sat 8 Feb 2025 8:00 PM

The Bon Jovi Experience

The world's first and unquestionably finest tribute to the great Bon Jovi

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• Thu 6 Feb 2025 7:45 PM

Jan Akkerman

Legendary guitarist Jan Akkerman comes to The Met to play music from his long career, including his favourite Focus tunes and more recent compositions.

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• Sat 5 Oct 7:30 PM

Emerging Showcase: Sad Sells + Atlas + Celebratory Cake

October's Emerging Showcase features three exciting young bands from Greater Manchester.

Family -

• Sat 19 Oct 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM

Tales From The Lighthouse

A voyage of music, puppetry and storytelling, as a mysterious stranger helps a lonely lighthouse keeper rediscover the magic, beauty and power of the sea that surrounds his home. Ages 5+

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• Fri 25 Oct 11:00 AM, 2:00 PM

Mr Sleepybum

Mr Sleepybum has stupid and silly dreams at night, and he’s going to reenact them for you in this high-energy, interactive kids' comedy show for the whole family. Ages 3-8 years.

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• Fri 17 Jan 2025 8:00 PM

Martyn Joseph

Intelligent and enlightened songs from a mesmerizing live performer who has been compared to Bruce Springsteen, John Mayer, Bruce Cockburn and Dave Matthews.

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• Fri 27 Jun 2025 8:00 PM

Justin Moorhouse: The Greatest Performance of My Life

This performance is more than just a series of jokes; it's a heartfelt journey through the joys, sorrows, and hilarity of life, delivered with Justin's characteristic charisma and warmth.

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• Fri 20 Dec 8:00 PM

Niall McNamee

Niall McNamee is an Irish singer-songwriter and actor known for his thoughtful, full-blooded songs and charismatic live performances.

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• Fri 13 Sep 7:30 PM

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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• Sat 30 Nov 7:30 PM

Cynefin + Awen Blandford

Cynefin is west Wales native Owen Shiers, who unearths seasoned songs and stories and gives them new life in the present. Support comes from dynamic cellist and singer Awen Blandford.

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• Fri 6 Sep 8:00 PM

Get A Round In

Bringing together the best singer-songwriters for a Nashville style writers’ round for this brand-new event at The Met. Expect the very best of Greater Manchester’s acoustic talent.

Family -

• Sat 16 Nov 11:30 AM, 2:00 PM

The King’s Polar Bear

An epic polar adventure for the whole family featuring vibrant characters, hand crafted puppets and a beautiful original score. Ages 4+

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• Sat 19 Oct 8:00 PM

The Stumble

Born out of Glasgow in the 90s, The Stumble are known and revered for their spin on old school Chicago blues, British r&b and soul infused feel-good music.

Comedy -

• Thu 19 Dec 8:00 PM

LOUD Cabaret

A monthly queer cabaret night hosted at The Met!

Comedy -

• Thu 21 Nov 8:00 PM

LOUD Cabaret

A monthly queer cabaret night hosted at The Met!

Comedy -

• Thu 24 Oct 8:00 PM

LOUD Cabaret

A monthly queer cabaret night hosted at The Met!

Comedy -

• Thu 19 Sep 8:00 PM

LOUD Cabaret

A new monthly queer cabaret night hosted at The Met!

Music -

• Sat 14 Dec 8:00 PM

Tim Edey’s Celtic Christmas

An evening of Celtic Christmas music from multi-award-winning folk musician Tim Edey.

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• Fri 7:00 PM

The Heavy North

Bury's vinyl record store Wax and Beans are bringing The Heavy North to Bury in support of their new album, Fire in the Furnace. They're joined by special guests Holy Coves.

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• Thu 19 Dec 7:30 PM

St Agnes Fountain

St Agnes Fountain bring musical invention and laughter to the star-dust atmosphere of the Christmas season.

Music -

• Sat 28 Sep 7:30 PM

Paul McKenna Band

Fronted by one of Scotland’s most eloquently expressive vocalists and songwriters, the Paul McKenna Band forge a dynamic alloy of Scottish and Irish traditional roots with contemporary acoustic pop.

Music -

• Sat 31 May 2025 8:00 PM

The Luke Combs Experience

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with amazing music and good vibes as we welcome the UK's best tribute to country superstar Luke Combs to Bury.

Music -

• Sat 12 Oct 7:30 PM

Gentlemen of Few

Gentlemen of Few make a sound that appeals to people that love the intricacies of folk but also enjoy the energy and passion of rock.

Workshops & Courses -

• Tue 20 Aug 10:30 AM

Family Lego Printing Workshop

An inventive Lego Printing Workshop hosted by Caroline Coates, creative family fun! Ages 5+

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• Tue 13 Aug 10:30 AM

Indoor Garden Art Party

Create a vibrant art garden with the Two Crows at this summer kids workshop. Ages 4+

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• Fri 9 Aug 5:30 PM

Zine Making with Over Here Zine Fest

Learn how to make your own cut and paste one page mini zine in this workshop!

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• Sun 27 Oct 2:30 PM

Rockfit Monster Mash!

Grab your Halloween gear, and get ready to join us for the Rockfit Monster Mash! An incredible two hour fitness class, set to a haunting track-list of rock and metal songs.

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• Tue 6 Aug 5:30 PM

Sketchbook Meet Up

A monthly get together to be inspired and inspire in a social diverse hub with the chance to draw and create in a unique atmosphere.

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• Wed 10:30 AM
• Wed 7 Aug 10:30 AM + more times

We Make Monsters!

Join illustrator Bob Nutts Jr on a journey of monster design and creation during the summer holidays at the Two Crows Arts Studio. Ages 6+

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• Today 10:00 AM
• Sat 14 Sep 10:30 AM + more times

‘Spirit’: Networking and Training for Bury-based Artists and Creatives

A series of networking and training events for artists and creatives living and/ or working in Bury and the surrounding areas.

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• Fri 23 Aug 6:00 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 and ticket price includes cheese and biscuits.

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• Wed 14 Aug 5:30 PM

Cut It Out Collage Club

A relaxed evening of collage, chat, chill and creation at Bury’s new artist studios, led by artist Alison Erika Forde.

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• Wed 11 Sep 12:00 PM
• Wed 18 Sep 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.

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• Mon 9 Sep 11:00 AM
• Mon 23 Sep 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.

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• Mon 2 Dec 6:00 PM, 7:00 PM, 8:00 PM
+ more times

Learn Harmonica (7 October – 2 December)

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

Family -

• Tue 15 Oct 5:00 PM
• Wed 16 Oct 5:00 PM + more times

Bury Youth Theatre

Performance and theatre skills for young people.

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• Mon 14 Oct 7:00 PM
• Tue 15 Oct 7:00 PM + more times

Met Express

Met Express is The Met’s very own learning disability theatre company.

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• Mon 9 Dec 7:00 PM

Metro Jazz (30 September – 9 December)

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

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• Sat 19 Oct 9:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 1:00 PM
• Sat 21 Dec 9:30 AM, 11:15 AM, 1:00 PM + more times

Aiming High

Aiming High is The Met’s specialist drama group for learning disabled and autistic young people.