Well, last week’s weather was very much needed. Although rain is forecast for the next few days – fear not, we don’t think we’ll see big coat temperatures for a while now (fingers crossed). This week, watch headline slots by incredible artists and upcoming talent at Manchester Jazz Festival, take part in a live podcast and indulge at a brand-new food and drink festival, all happening in this great region of ours…
Expression Is A Luxury at K-House Gallery
Featuring work by Eilish Briscoe and curated by Victoria Fox, Expression Is A Luxury is a new exhibition at K-House Gallery. It explores Eilish’s experience of art as a form of therapy, following a stroke they suffered at age 25.
Strictly – The Professionals at The Lowry
We’re happy to admit that we’re big fans of a bit of glitz and glamour, and no-one does it better than the Strictly pros. Join a dazzling dozen of the world’s best dancers as they stop off in Salford this Tuesday and Wednesday.
Robin/Red/Breast at Aviva Studios
Maxine Peake, Sarah Francom and Imogen Knight return to the stage with a retelling of John Bowen’s cult classic TV play Robin Redbreast, transforming the psychological thriller into an immersive stage show. The trio have also joined forces with acclaimed electronica artist Gazelle Twin and Booker Prize-shortlisted writer Daisy Johnson on the production.
Pride In Trafford 2024
Pride In Trafford will return to the Waterside in Sale this week, with its annual celebration of the LGBTQ+ community in the borough. The official launch of the festival will take place on Waterside Plaza on Wednesday, marking The International Day Against Homophobia, Transphobia and Biphobia.
Kay Mellor’s The Syndicate at The Lowry
Based on the smash-hit, critically acclaimed BBC One drama that entertained millions of viewers over four series, the world premiere of Kay Mellor’s final stage play, The Syndicate comes to Salford this week. Back at The Lowry, TV and stage star Gaynor Faye, Kay’s daughter, makes her directorial debut.
GODMADE launch event at Harvey Nichols
Join the owners and founders of the GODMADE fashion brand on the Thursday 16 May for an exclusive launch event to discover their innovative designs, whilst enjoying live music from Avelino and Sammy V. Tickets are complimentary and include entry to the event and a welcome drink.
MARKERS at National Football Museum
MARKERS is the brand-new exhibition at the National Football Museum, set to open on Tuesday 14 May. Highlighting selected footballing heroes that come from a variety of backgrounds, the exhibition will explore the heroes’ journey, and how they have moved through protest and activism to achieve their goals. Whether legends on the pitch, or minority advocates off it, MARKERS will highlight that there are heroes in every corner of the beautiful game.
Korean Secret Supper Club with RamYum
Community cookery school Bounceback Food host a fundraising supper club at Bernie’s Canteen on Thursday 16 May. Head down to the Altrincham eatery for a spectacular three-course meal prepared by RamYum chefs, featuring traditional Korean flavours and cooking techniques.
Manchester Jazz Festival 2024
First staged in the summer of 1996, Manchester Jazz Festival is the city’s longest running music festival, and it returns this week. The annual celebration sees hundreds of musicians perform at venues across the city, including the RNCM, Stoller Hall, Matt & Phreds, Band On The Wall and loads more. There will also be a special launch event at First Street, as part of the opening weekend headlined by a 10-piece Jazz Hip Hop fusion band Conor & The Greenskeepers
Katie Piper Live Podcast at The Trafford Centre
Join Katie Piper for the first in a series of three very special live podcast recordings at The Trafford Centre. The TV presenter and activist will host each podcast from the shopping centre’s Wowbeing Studio as part of its upcoming health and beauty takeover.
South Manchester Food and Drink Festival
A brand-new food and drink festival is set to take place at Wythenshawe Park this weekend. From the folks behind the popular Heaton Park Food and Drink Festival, the weekender will showcase the best of Manchester’s diverse culinary scene with artisan markets, a street food arena, live chef demos and independent bars. There will also be live music, performing arts shows and activities to keep the kids entertained.
Freight Island Spring Summer Festival Series: Ghosts Of Garage With Todd Edwards & Rich Reason
As part of their free Spring and Summer festival series, Freight Island host Ghosts of Garage with a headlining set from the truly legendary US garage icon Todd ‘The God’ Edwards. He’ll be joined by the equally legendary (just on a more local basis) Rich Reason of Hit & Run. Head down to the city centre beer garden to enjoy top headliners, music selectors and local collectives from across the city this summer.
DJ Yoda & Edo G Hometown Heroes at HHCP
The Hip Hop Chip Shop welcome Hometown Heroes (made up of AV evangelist and all-round turntablist legend DJ Yoda, the wondrous Brad Baloo of The Nextmen and Boston rapper Edo G) for an intimate live show. The trio, who are releasing their self-titled EP, will perform at the Ancoats spot on Sunday 19 May. From 1-5pm, head down for the free WORKINONIT beat maker social, before the intimate, ticketed live show at 6pm.
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