Library Live

Word Central: Open Mic
2018-06-06 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Word Central open mic poetry & spoken word hosted by Tony Curry
With special guest Thick Richard!
Thick Richard has been pedalling his potty-mouthed poems at festivals and clubs up and down the land for the last 16 years. His cynical, lyrical, jet-black humour, intelligent wordplay, well-crafted verse, and occasionally acerbic, well-targeted comic attacks have earned him much respect from artists and audiences from Edinburgh to Glastonbury. Occasional support for Kate Tempest, Thick Richard was also presenter of BBC 6 Music’s Beat of the Day. A regular headliner of Hammer and Tongue nationwide poetry tours and is usually to be found performing a wide variety of live music and cabaret venues.
Free Entry
The open mic is now full – to get your name on the reserve list email mail@flapjackpress.co.uk
NB Open mic slots are 3 minutes maximum
In association with Flapjack Press and Manchester Library & Information Service
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Meet Giovanna and Tom Fletcher
2018-06-02 16:00 - 19:00
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT
Come and meet Tom & Giovanna Fletcher at Manchester Central Library. Purchase price includes one copy of Eve of Man.
ABOUT THE AUTHORS:
Giovanna and Tom Fletcher are two of the UK’s most successful authors. Tom is the creator of The Christmasaurus, which was the biggest debut middle-grade novel of 2016, while Giovanna’s novel, Some Kind of Wonderful, was a number four Sunday Times hardback bestseller in 2017. Their books have sold over 1.5 million copies and been translated into more than 30 languages. Their social media platforms have a combined following of almost 6 million subscribers. Tom and Giovanna married in 2012 and are parents to two boys, Buzz and Buddy. Eve of Man is their first YA novel as a writing duo, and the first in a trilogy.
ABOUT THE BOOK:
Against all odds, she survived. The first girl born in fifty years, they called her Eve. All her life Eve has been kept away from the opposite sex. Kept from the truth of her past. But at sixteen it’s time for Eve to face her destiny. Three potential males have been selected for her. The future of humanity is in her hands. She’s always accepted her fate. Until she meets Bram. Eve wants control over her life. She wants freedom. But how do you choose between love and the future of the human race? EVE OF MAN is the first in an explosive new trilogy by bestselling authors Giovanna & Tom Fletcher.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS:
· The signing will commence from slot 1: 4pm & slot 2: 5pm at Manchester Central Library
· Queuing will begin at (slot 1: 4pm & slot 2: 5pm).
· Due to the anticipated high turnout, please be prepared to queue
· Refreshments will not be available at the event but facilities are available at nearby outlets
· The exact time at which the event ends will be determined by the promoters on the day
· To avoid disappointment, we advise you not to arrive any later than the signing start time
· You will receive your copy of the book at the venue
· Your ticket entitles you to one wristband and a place in the queue to have Eve of Man signed by Tom & Giovanna
· Up to three additional Tom or Giovanna Fletcher books may also be signed however only Eve of Man may be dedicated. This will be decided by promoters on the day
· Those without a ticket will not be permitted to join the queue unless they are a parent or guardian of anyone under 14 years of age
· A member of staff will be on hand to take a picture of you with Tom & Giovanna, however unfortunately due to time restrictions no selfie style pictures will be possible on this occasion. Please ensure that your phone/camera is fully charged on the day and has enough storage
· There will not be an official photographer present at the event
· Anyone under the age of 14 years should be accompanied by an adult. Any accompanying adults will not require a wristband
· Uncollected books will be held in WHSmith, Manchester Arndale for 4 weeks following the event
· Please note the event may be filmed or photographed, as an attendee you consent to footage and/ or images of you being used for promotional purposes
· Tickets cannot be resold or transferred and shall not be purchased or obtained from or through any person, commercial agent, company or otherwise than directly by the applicant from Ticketmaster UK Ltd. Any tickets advertised for sale will be void
· Management have the right to refuse entry or remove anyone who does not comply with these rules or who fails to follow reasonable instructions on the day.

The Smiths 1984-1986
2018-06-01 08:00 - 2018-08-25 17:00 | First Floor Display Cases
An exhibition of images from the golden age of The Smiths, by photographer Stephen Wright.
‘A sweeter set of pictures were never taken’
Morrissey, Boxing Day, 1985
Free – please drop in

**To compliment this fabulous exhibition, the library shop on the ground floor will be selling a range of exclusive Smiths related goodies!**

Another England: Mapping 100 Years of Our Black and Asian Heritage
2018-05-26 11:00 - 16:00 | AIU Race Relations Centre
Join us for a special drop-in session to find out about and share information on the buildings, places and spaces that have had the greatest impact to people of Black & Asian Heritage in Manchester and Greater Manchester. Experience an engaging day of music, art and discussions.
Ideal for families, budding cultural historians, community groups and young people
Hosted by Historic England our aim is to raise awareness of these places and share information about them on our official website – www.anotherengland.co.uk

Saturday Spectacular
2018-05-19 12:00 - 16:00 | Performance Space
Join us and ‘Afflecks Creatives Unleashed’ for an afternoon of family activities. Be inspired by some of the creative challenges from the Afflecks team. There will be a variety of activities including green screen, performances and more throughout the afternoon.
Suitable for all ages
Free – please drop in

Polish Heritage Day - Kresy Forever
2018-05-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Performance Space
Kresy Family Polish WWII History Group presents an exhibition by Krzysztof Hoffmann from Warsaw comprising a unique collection of over 400 personal photographs and documents from the families who came from the Eastern borderlands of Poland (Kresy) and settled in Manchester and the UK after WWII.
The exhibition provides an insight into Poland’s history, how Poles came to Manchester after fighting alongside their British allies during WWII, how they integrated into the British way of life and their contributions not only during the war but to British society. Join us and celebrate our shared history and culture with:

A selection of books and DVDs about life in pre-war Kresy, the mass deportations to Siberia in 1940/41, personal memoirs and Poland’s WWII history will be available.
WWII veterans and survivors will tell their personal stories.
Find out how to research your Polish family history.
Polish dancers in traditional costumes will perform.
Polish cakes and food will be available to sample.
Polish craft activity for families to enjoy.

Free – please drop in

Our Manchester: A Creative Hackathon
2018-04-28 10:30 - 16:00 | Performance Space
During April we’re asking people to send us their photos, videos, stories, sounds and audio about life in Manchester so we can create a record of the month of April across the whole city. At this event we’ll use the information we’ve collected to create the record. You’ll be able to see the results on the Archives+ website.
Use any of these platforms and don’t forget to use #ourmcrhack
Twitter – for images, text, pictures and short videos
SoundCloud – for audio and text
YouTube – for videos and text
Email text based stories to creativehackathon@gmail.com
Important!!! #ourmcrhack
Don’t forget to add the hashtag #ourmcrhack into your titles and content. And let us know where you’d like us to pin this on our interactive map – either a postcode of road/town in Manchester.
Your content can be about your daily commute, workplace, home life, pets, hobbies, or a big night out! It’s all about you and your life.
For more information go to: www.manclibraries.blog/ourmcrhack

Jesmyn Ward in Conversation
2018-04-27 19:00 - 21:00 | Performance Space
‘Jesmyn Ward digs deep into the not-buried heart of the American nightmare. A must read.’ Margaret Atwood
Manchester Literature Festival are thrilled to present a rare UK event with acclaimed American author Jesmyn Ward. Based in Mississippi, Jesmyn is the author of the memoir Men We Reaped and the novels Salvage the Bones, Where the Line Bleeds and Sing, Unburied, Sing. She is also the editor of The Fire This Time: A New Generation Speaks About Race, which brings together 18 influential writers to ‘wrestle with the past, present and future of American race relations and the black experience.’
Championed by Marlon James, Jon McGregor and Ann Patchett, Jesmyn’s new novel Sing, Unburied,Sing recently won the prestigious 2017 National Book Award for Fiction. An urgent and atmospheric novel set in the deep South, it’s an epic tale of hope, struggle, race, poverty and loss. It’s also an intimate story of family and the legacies of love, violence and belonging that we pass on to our children. To quote Celeste Ng: ‘Read Sing, Unburied, Sing and you’ll feel the immense weight of history – and the immense strength it takes to persevere in the face of it… It’s hard to imagine a more necessary book for this political time.’
Join us to see why Jesmyn Ward is regarded as one of the most important writers in America today, regularly drawing comparisons to William Faulkner and Toni Morrison.
Hosted by arts journalist and author Anita Sethi and presented in partnership with the Centre for New Writing Doors open at 6.30pm, event starts at 7pm

Frog and Bucket Comedy Night
2018-04-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Performance Space
Welcome to a very special FROG AND BUCKET comedy night at Central Library!
10 new comedy acts will compete to last 5 minutes on stage without being carded off by the 3 chosen card holders in the audience. If they last the full 5 minutes – they have “BEAT THE FROG”.
At the end of the show all the acts who successfully “beat the frog” are invited back on stage for a clap off to award the night’s winner!
An evening of 10 comedy acts for a very friendly £5 (£3 concession.) You can pre-book tickets here or buy them on the night.
DOORS OPEN 7PM – EVENT STARTS 7.45PM
BAR OPEN FROM 7PM
OVER 18S ONLY.

Hit the North
2018-04-19 08:00 - 2018-06-30 17:00 | First Floor Exhibition Hall
From incisive studio portraiture to grand rural vistas, Hit the North celebrates northern photography across five decades. The exhibition is curated by Manchester-based Hobo Photo, which promotes photography with high-quality roving exhibitions.
Free – please drop in

Mindful Writing workshop
2018-04-07 12:00 - 16:00 | St. Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 5PD, United Kingdom
Mindfulness is a way of entering the present moment and watching life unfold without judgement. It is a way to calm your busy mind and focus your attention.
With a mindful approach to creativity we can let go of any expectations and just see what happens! We use a range of playful, collaborative writing exercises to open up your creative potential. This workshop incorporates meditation, discussion and interacting with natural forms such as rocks and shells, using all of our senses to gather inspiration.
The workshop is hosted by Tom George, a writer and musician with a special interest in mental health and wellbeing, and poet and therapist Dennis Richards.
“I really enjoyed this and found it has re-inspired my passion for writing. Thank you so much Tom”
“Very inspirational workshop, really got me thinking. Would definitely attend other workshops”
“Really enjoyed it. Liked meeting new people and interacting”
All sharing of work is voluntary and non-judgemental. The venue is wheelchair accessible. There will be a break and drinks are available from the library cafe.
Come with us and enjoy a creative exploration with no pressure involved!
Contact tomgeorgearts@hotmail.co.uk

Word Central: Open Mic/George Melling Book Launch
2018-04-05 18:00 - 20:00
WORD CENTRAL
a semaphore-exploding mind-flow
open mic poetry & spoken word hosted by Tony Curry
With very special guest George Melling
Author of I’m Having the Rhyme of My Life
George came to poetry late in life, following the death of his wife, Alwyn, and his son, Stephen. Clasped tightly within the bosom of his poetry family, he has blossomed as a poet, a performer, an actor, and a scribe of enormous gentleness, subtlety and genuine laugh-out-loud humour. This is his second collection, the first being a CD of 12 poems, Th’Owd Chap, the proceeds of which are donated to Wigan and Leigh Hospice.
Covering such wide-ranging themes as unsolicited phone calls, foraging for magic mushrooms (yes, you read that right), and the perils of trying to find teacakes in the supermarket
this collection shines a bright and honest light on the indignities, vulnerabilities, aches, pains and gallows humour of old age. Nothing is spared from its focus, not even the forensic inspection of ‘Ode to a Number Two’.
In live performance, George can have a whole roomful of people rocking with laughter, and in the blink of an eye, reduce them to tears. This translates perfectly on to the page. Employing all of the emotions to brilliant effect, these poems/stories take sharp turns, and very often pull the rug from beneath your feet when least expected. He possesses a deft touch with humour and poignancy, and is not shy at showing the reader just how precious, and vicious, human life and death can be.
Gathering the world around him in a big warm hug of inclusion, even “fatty blackbird” who “shits on mi wall”, he acknowledges the terrible deprivations of displaced people everywhere, and is thankful for the small stuff.
From the Aberfan disaster to his beloved Wigan rugby games, the unimaginable grief of losing his only son and beloved wife bleeds into many of the poems, and we are shown the absolute necessity of love, encouragement and support to the frailty of human life.
As with all of the other titles related to Flapjack Press, this collection is beautifully put together, with a matte cover, excellent photography from Sharon Lowe and Steven Derbyshire, and perfect typesetting. It is a joy to hold and read.
The open mic is now full
To get your name on the reserve list email mail@flapjackpress.co.uk
NB Open mic slots are 3 minutes maximum
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In association with Flapjack Press and Manchester Library & Information Service

Easter Film Eggs-travaganza!
2018-04-03 13:00 - 2018-04-12 15:00 | Performance Space
Break out the popcorn and get down to Central Library to watch a selection of great family films. Why not explore the library before or after the film? There will be plenty of crafts to keep everyone busy and entertained whilst the film is showing. Come down and enjoy the fun!
Event Days:
Tuesday 3 April, 1-3pm
Thursday 5 April, 1-3pm
Wednesday 11 April, 1-3pm
Thursday 12 April, 1-4pm
Suitable for families with children aged 12 and under
Free – please drop in

Suffrage in Manchester
2018-04-03 08:00 - 2018-06-30 17:00 | Lower Ground Floor Exhibition Space
In celebration of the centenary of the Representation of the People Act, this exhibition has been created by Heritage schools to showcase the work of local primary and secondary school students as they explored key people and historic sites linked to the Suffrage movement in Manchester.
Free – please drop in

Twelfth Day - Live
2018-03-31 14:00 - 16:00 | Performance Space
In the wordless communication that passes between Orcadian fiddler Catriona Price and Peebles harpist Esther Swift as they perform, the strength of their decade-long musical partnership, friendship and shared humour is evident.
It’s this depth of connection, and tangible desire to have fun, that gives Twelfth Day its extra edge. This is not so much a duo, but a two person quartet. Their two distinctly different voices, the fiddle, and the pedal harp, build layer upon layer of a complex and ever-evolving sound, rich with rhythm, harmony and texture.
Twelfth Day are happy to be hard to define. Classically trained, they bring outstanding technical ability as well as an adventurous mix of folk, jazz and classical influences to their compositions and arrangements – blended with the folklore and inspirations of their respective Scottish Highland and Lowland upbringings.
“a boldly brilliant record, suffused with dark humour and wildly inventive musicianship” ★★★★★ fRoots
“genre-blending style that is both edgy and inventive. . . A bold, intriguing set.” ★★★★ The Guardian
“challenging, virtuosic music that is far more than the sum of its parts” ★★★★ The Skinny
“one of the most rewarding listening experiences to be placed before an audience this year.” Folk Radio UK

The Laureate's Choice at Central Library
2018-03-29 18:00 - 21:00
smith|doorstop Books present the Laureate’s Choice poets 2018, four up-and-coming poets chosen by Carol Ann Duffy.
The poets in attendance are :
Keith Hutson has written for Coronation Street and many well know comedians. His poetry has been widely published in journals, and his debut pamphlet, Routines, was published in 2016 by Poetry Salzburg (where he is now a member of the editorial board)
Natalie Burdett is a poet from the West Midlands. Her poetry is widely published in anthologies and magazines and has been shortlisted for The London Magazine and Bridport prizes.
John Fennelly is ‘House Poet’ at Manchester Metropolitan University’s Writing School. He is a poet, teacher, and workshop facilitator and has been published in various magazines and commended in the Bridport and Bare Fiction Prizes.
Reading on video in a recording made specially for this event:
Hera Lindsay Bird is a poet from New Zealand. Her debut collection Hera Lindsay Bird has become a cult best-seller in her own country, and was released by Penguin UK in 2017. She has won the 2017 Sarah Broom Prize and the Ockham Best First Poetry Book Award.
Four fantastic poets reading from their pamphlets. We hope you can join us.

Meet Film and TV legend Bruce Campbell
2018-03-17 18:30 - 21:00 | Performance Space
SORRY, THIS EVENT HAS NOW SOLD OUT
A once in a lifetime opportunity has arisen for UK fans of Bruce Campbell – the owner of the mightiest chin in history is coming to Manchester Central Library!
Bruce will be reading from his Best Selling book ‘Hail to the Chin’, and providing a Q&A experience that’s out of this world. Following the Q&A there will be a signing and opportunity to meet the man himself.
Tickets are £5 for entry or £19.99 including a special edition of ‘Hail to the Chin’, made available just for this UK tour.
Please note: Bruce Campbell will sign all copies of the book and ONE extra piece of official memorabilia per person at the event. He regrets that he will be unable to pose for individual photos on the evening.
DOORS OPEN 5.30PM
EVENT STARTS 6.30PM

Patrisse Khan-Cullors in conversation about #BlackLivesMatter
2018-03-13 19:00 - 20:30
Manchester Literature Festival is delighted to welcome Patrisse Khan-Cullors to Manchester to discuss her illuminating memoir, When They Call You a Terrorist: A Black Lives Matter Memoir. She will be in conversation with Manchester Literature Festival Patron, writer and poet Jackie Kay.
One of the most prominent activists of her generation, Patrisse is an artist, organizer and freedom fighter from Los Angeles, California. She’s also a Fullbright scholar, an NAACP History Maker and a Los Angeles Times’ Civil Rights Leader for the 21st Century. Patrisse began her journey as a community organizer at sixteen and has co-founded several activist and civil rights movements in the US, including Dignity, Power Now and Black Lives Matter.
Co-written with author and journalist Asha Bandele, When They Call You a Terrorist is a courageous and extraordinary account of survival, strength and resistance. Informed by Patrisse’s personal story and experiences, her memoir shows what led her to become a founder of Black Lives Matter, seeking to end the culture that declares black life expendable. From accounts of the brutal treatment of family and friends by the State, to the severe socio-economic disadvantages handed to those born in black majority communities; dismaying personal experiences of racial and LGBTQ+ stigma to Patrisse’s first community campaigns as an intersectional feminist activist, When They Call You a Terrorist builds a deep understanding of the cultural drivers of structural inequality, oppression, misogyny and racism, and why they need to be actively addressed from the ground up.
Join us to hear Patrisse discuss her necessary and timely memoir, the aims and actions of #BlackLivesMatter and how the movement has expanded to mobilise activists across the world. This event is in partnership with the Centre for New Writing.
Doors open at 6.30pm, event starts at 7pm

Frankenstein: An Immersive Experience
2018-03-12 17:00 - 2018-03-15 20:00
Join us for a unique immersive experience based on the story of Frankenstein.
Rediscover this iconic novel through the voices of Mary Shelley’s haunting characters as you journey through the library’s hidden corners. With a soundscape created by award winning musician, Taz Modi, venture from room to room and from memory to memory following the ghost of Victor Frankenstein to the dramatic climax of the tale.
There are two performances on each of the following days –
Monday 12 March 5 – 6pm and 6.30 – 7.30pm
Wednesday 14 March 5 – 6pm and 6.30 – 7.30pm
Thursday 15 March 5 – 6pm and 6.30 – 7.30pm
This production includes a large amount of walking up and down stairs. Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate wheelchairs.
About the company:
Pure Expression is an immersive theatre company that reimagines classic stories in unique environments that create the ideal setting. We work particularly in libraries, museums and galleries.
For more information about our company please check out our website. https://www.pureexpressiontheatre.com/

The Peterloo Massacre: a talk by Dr Robert Poole
2018-03-10 14:00 - 15:00
Manchester Libraries are pleased to welcome Dr Robert Poole for a fascinating talk on the Peterloo Massacre as part of the BBC Civilisations Festival.
One of the major interests of Dr Robert Poole is popular protest in the age of reform and industrial revolution 1780s-1850s. He is a leading authority on the subject of Peterloo, Chartism etc. In 2016 he was interviewed by Melvin Bragg on the BBC Radio 4 show ‘The Matter of the North’ exploring the radical movements that sprang from the North. His recently published book “Return to Peterloo” offers new perspectives and crucial new evidence.
Dr Poole will be signing and selling his book – ‘Return to Peterloo’ after the talk.
Supported by Manchester Histories, HLF, National Lottery Players and Manchester City Council.

Both Sides Now: Open Space
2018-03-09 10:30 - 16:00 | Performance Space
Brighter Sound and The Hub UK present Both Sides Now – Open Space: Making gender equality in the music industry a reality… what can we all do?
Both Sides Now is a large-scale initiative taking place across the North of England to support emerging female artists and up-and-coming industry professionals to transform the future of the music industry.
We want to create a growing network, deliver sustainable activity, and affect permanent change around the perception, opportunities and profiling of women in music, from the classroom, to the boardroom, to the stage.
This first ‘Open Space’ event is for anyone with an interest in this conversation – whether male, female, non-binary, cis and trans – to come together and discuss what could make a real difference – whether that’s about role models, motherhood, education, social mobility, policy change or something else entirely.
Unfolding over a series of informal conversations, the agenda will be yours to set. You might want to convene a conversation about something you feel passionately about, or join a conversation kick-started by someone else. More than just a talking shop, our aim is to get things and people moving.
Open Space is a method of facilitation, where participants create and manage their own agenda of discussions around a central theme.
The event is open to everyone, food and drinks will be provided and there will be activities for children.

Votes for Women
2018-03-07 18:30 - 19:30 | Performance Space
In the centenary year commemorating (some) UK women first gaining the vote, learn how Manchester played a major role in the fight. This entertaining and informative illustrated talk covers the campaign tactics of both peaceful suffragists and militant suffragettes, and the often barbaric backlash they endured.
Free talk – please drop in

Inside View: Original and Creative Work by Learners at HMP Manchester
2018-03-05 08:00 - 2018-05-31 17:00 | First Floor Display Cases
An exhibition of creative work produced by learners attending NOVUS Education classes at HMP Manchester. This joint collaboration between Manchester Central Library and NOVUS Education showcases the excellent standard of creative work produced using a limited range of resources.
Free – please drop in

World Book Day Celebration Afternoon
2018-03-03 14:00 - 16:00
A very special afternoon of reading loveliness at Central Library. We will be sharing stories, making crafts, and discovering digital fun using our favourite books to celebrate World Book Day 2018.
Free – please drop in

The Drag Ball: Exposing Manchester's Hidden Past
2018-02-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Performance Space
In September 1880, Detective Jerome Caminada and his Manchester police force raided the Temperance Hall in Hulme. Once inside, they found 47 men and half of them were in women’s clothing. It was an event that shocked both city and country but who were these men and what became of them? Join us for this free talk by PhD student, Tom McGrath.
Free – no need to book

The Section 28 March - 30 Years On
2018-02-19 18:00 - 20:30 | Performance Space
Celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Manchester March against Section 28 – still the largest LGBT march in this country. Join us to hear how this event was organised and who spoke and performed at the rally and the concert that followed. See some of the archive items and film footage from the event.
The national march, rally and festival on 20 February 1988 attracted 20,000 people, filling Albert Square outside the Town Hall. In the evening a festival of entertainment took place at the Free Trade Hall.
If you were on the march come and tell us your own story.
Refreshments served.
This event is free but booking is required.

Sunday Funday: Celebrate Chinese New Year
2018-02-18 12:00 - 17:00 | St. Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 5PD, United Kingdom
Join us for a celebration of Chinese arts, crafts and culture on one of our exclusive Sunday openings.
We are celebrating the Year of the Dog. Visit Central Library and you’ll find musicians, storytellers, artists and activities for all the family. Soak up the atmosphere with traditional Chinese music, art and dance.
Take part in an afternoon packed full of Chinese traditions with the Confucius Institute of Manchester University. Join free drop-in workshops, where you can learn about the Chinese arts of paper folding and the tea ceremony.
There will also be free family crafts in the City Library on the Lower Ground Floor. There’s something for everyone – you won’t want to miss it! Drop in throughout the afternoon. All activities are free, no need to book.
Sunday Fundays at Central Library are generously supported by The Oglesby Charitable Trust and Manchester Central Library Development Trust.

QUEER CONTACT '18: Drag Queen Storytime
2018-02-17 14:00 - 15:00
Storytime doesn’t get more glamorous than this!
Manchester Libraries are proud to be working with Queer Contact and The Family Gorgeous to present their first Drag Queen Storytime at Central Library.
Drag Queen Storytime is exactly what it sounds like, drag queens reading stories to children in libraries. The aim is to capture the freedom of childhood and give children positive, gender fluid and unabashedly queer role models in a world where people can present as they wish, where dress up is real.

We Built This City: Retro Silent Disco Returns!
2018-02-16 20:00 - 2018-02-17 00:00 | Performance Space
You don’t need Romeo and Juliet in your life to enjoy our silent disco crazy crazy nights! Just grab your handbags and gladrags and discover a reason to believe. Whether you are an owner of a lonely heart searching for the power of love or a piano man desperate to fly away on a runaway train we’ll find the perfect song for you. Heaven is a place on earth. Oh yeah!
We can now announce that due to popular demand there will be a channel dedicated to ROCK BALLADS!
Our favourite DJ John Ryan from RETRO SILENT DISCO will be here to make your disco dreams come true.
Bar open till midnight.

QUEER CONTACT '18 Outspoken
2018-02-14 18:30 - 20:00
Prose, poetry and spoken word from an all-female line-up of Outspoken voices.
Afshan D’souza-Lodhi hosts, with readings from Seni Seneviratne, Jackie Hagan, Mandla Rae and Louise Wallwein.
Plus new work from Superbia’s Manchester Chapbook project.
