Martin Harris Centre, The John Rylands Library

An Inventory of al Mutanabbi Street

6 February - 29 July 2013
This exhibition is the result of a project concieved by poet Beau Beausoleil and artist Sarah Bodman to "re-assemble" the "inventory" of reading material that was lost in the car bombing…

Burning Bright

8 February - 23 July 2013
Focusing on his achievements in the art of books, 'Burning Bright' features designs and prints by the artist and poet William Blake. On display for the first time are some exciting…

Tony Dyson: a hidden history of gay rights campaigning

1 February - 30 June 2013
Tony Dyson began campaigning for gay rights in the late 1950s but by the 1970s his ongoing work had become overshadowed by more strident activism. This intimate display seeks to reveal…

Tour and Treasures

12:00 - 13:00 21 March 2013
Enjoy a closer look at material from the Library's world famous collections and find out more about this magnificent building. Booking is essential.

Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Student Showcase

13:10 - 14:00 21 March 2013
A recital featuring the talents of undergraduate and postgraduate star performers from The University of Manchester.

Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in the Arts and Languages (CIDRAL) - Annual Lecture Series

17:00 - 19:30 22 March 2013
A discussion between Manchester’s musical ensembles and educators on how music shapes the public life of the city. This roundtable discusses music and the city. It examines Manchester-based…

Manchester University Music Society Lunchtime Concert - Vocal showcase

13:10 - 14:00 22 March 2013
Come and enjoy a Friday lunchtime concert, performed by the Manchester University Music Society. These concerts are FREE, no need to book just turn up. Featuring the She-Choir, Barbershop…

Mancunian Freuds

12:00 - 13:00 23 March 2013
Did you know that there is a link between Manchester and Sigmund Freud? Join us to explore the Library's collection of correspondence between Freud and his close relatives who moved…

Tony Dyson display tour

12:00 - 13:00 23 March 2013
Join the curator of this display, Matthew Schofield, to hear more about Tony Dyson, his campaigning and the Dyson archive collection. Tony Dyson began campaigning for gay rights in…

Black on White: The Music of Heiner Goebbels

14:00 - 15:30 24 March 2013
Heiner Goebbels Berlin Q-Damm Heiner Goebbels Out of

Black on White: The Music of Heiner Goebbels

17:15 - 18:30 24 March 2013
Music to include: Heiner Goebbels Bagatelle

Black on White: The Music of Heiner Goebbels

19:30 - 21:30 24 March 2013
Music to include: Heiner Goebbels Writings II (from Black on White) Caroline Haines New work (world première) Heiner Goebbels La Jalousie Heiner Goebbels Toccata for Teapot and…

Explorer Tour: A peek behind the scenes!

14:30 - 15:30 24 March 2013
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you! Booking is essential.

Getting egg-cited

13:00 - 16:00 24 March 2013
Join Grumbold on his Dragon-Egg Hunt, make Easter gifts and have fun on our Easter family fun day!

Othello by William Shakespeare

19:00 - 21:00 25 March 2013
Black Box returns to the John Thaw Theatre, following their sell-out Of Mice and Men in 2012, with an abridged Shakespeare classic OTHELLO Believing Othello has promoted the fast-rising…

Othello by William Shakespeare

19:00 - 21:00 26 March 2013
Black Box returns to the John Thaw Theatre, following their sell-out Of Mice and Men in 2012, with an abridged Shakespeare classic OTHELLO Believing Othello has promoted the fast-rising…

Othello by William Shakespeare

19:00 - 21:00 27 March 2013
Black Box returns to the John Thaw Theatre, following their sell-out Of Mice and Men in 2012, with an abridged Shakespeare classic OTHELLO Believing Othello has promoted the fast-rising…

Othello by William Shakespeare

13:00 - 15:00 28 March 2013
Black Box returns to the John Thaw Theatre, following their sell-out Of Mice and Men in 2012, with an abridged Shakespeare classic OTHELLO Believing Othello has promoted the fast-rising…

Burning hot off the press!

10:00 - 15:00 5 April 2013
Get inspired by the pictures in our William Blake exhibition and then print your own! Workshops led by popular North West artist and printmaker Alan Birch. Please note workshops run 10am - 12noon and 1 - 3pm.

Fit for a king

12:00 - 13:00 9 April 2013
On the 600th anniversary of the coronation of Henry V, take this rare opportunity to see one of the great treasures of our collections - John Lydgate's 'Seige of Troy'. This wonderfully…

Gacko the strolling troubadour

12:00 - 16:00 9 April 2013
Gacko is the Royal Troubadour of Piel Island - ever ready to unload his curious cargo of songs, stories and routines. Come along and enjoy songs, stories or your very own show in a…

Burning hot off the press!

10:00 - 15:00 11 April 2013
Get inspired by the pictures in our William Blake exhibition and then print your own! Workshops led by popular North West artist and printmaker Alan Birch. Please note workshops run 10am - 12noon and 1 - 3pm

Portrait workshop

13:00 - 16:00 13 April 2013
This workshop, run by Kaye Martingale and Geoff Brokate, will explore lighting and compositional techniques for portraiture through demonstration, discussion and practice. No previous…

Visitor portraits

12:00 - 16:00 13 April 2013
Take part in a collaborative project between the Library and photographer Gwen Jones - visit the Library and have your portrait taken for free! All portraits will feature in an interactive…

Unusual Views: Library tour for photographers

14:30 - 15:30 14 April 2013
Take the opportunity to photograph the Library building from spectacular viewpoints not normally open to the public. Booking is essential.

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