Xian Xinghai (1905-1945) is one of the most famous Chinese composers of the 20th century. Thanks to his hardworking nature and international education, he composed numerous music pieces ranging from […]
Online event A chance to hear first hand Guy's account of conflict and displacement... As part of Refugee Week, Manchester Libraries & Manchester City of Sanctuary have been successful in […]
Online event Music teacher Shadi, who was forced to leave Syria and relocate in Iraq, shares his passion for reading and teaching music... As part of Refugee Week, Manchester Libraries […]
Online event S. Khaled, who was forced to leave Syria and relocate in Iraq, shares his personal narrative of displacement... As part of Refugee Week, Manchester Libraries & Manchester City […]
Online event Asalah is in her thirties and is originally from Syria. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Economy and E-Marketing. In Syria, she worked as a middle school teacher, before […]
In ‘All You Need Is Dynamite: Acid, the Angry Brigade, and the End of the Sixties’ - the latest in his Art Decades series of small format books - Dave […]
THE FREE TRADE HALL – THE MOST IMPORTANT POPULAR MUSIC VENUE IN GREAT BRITAIN BETWEEN 1951 AND 1996 Richard Lysons, author of 'Were You There? Popular Music At Manchester's Free […]
And We Rise; Together. Performance and Protest Poetry A Young Identity curated event of poetry and readings from material gathered from workshops with community groups based in Moss Side. 1.30 […]
Nathan Geering’s critically acclaimed and award winning short film screening ‘Still a Slave’, plus a lecture delivered by Nathan and an audience Q&A. The film is a powerful and artistic […]
This is a live audience event. The booking includes access to post-event networking where drinks will be served. Sir Richard Leese, the Leader of Manchester City Council, is stepping down […]
North West International Brigade Memorial Group invite you to join us for ¡No Pasarán!, a day of commemoration of those Greater Manchester men and women who fought against Franco, Hitler […]
Crime Central is a new monthly event at Manchester Central Library, featuring the best and brightest crime writing talent both locally and from around the country. Showcasing blockbuster bestsellers, emerging […]
From dedicated performance spaces to stairwells, screens, nooks and domes, Central Library might directly inspire your next event or intervention. Contact us to arrange a tour.
