Martin Harris Centre, The John Rylands Library

Collections encounter: 'I put a spell on you' The Moses Gaster collection

14:00 - 15:00 14 February 2016
For centuries people across the world wore amulets to protect themselves against the evil influences of witches, demons, and other mischievous powers. Learn more by delving into our…

Magic, Witches and Devils in the Early Modern World

21 January - 21 August 2016
Ghosts, witches, sorcerers and demons: our fascination with the supernatural stretches back centuries. Experience how supernatural forces shaped the lives of everyone from kings and…

Saving a Century

8 January - 24 March 2016
'Saving a Century', curated by leading architectural historian Gavin Stamp, uses archive photographs and material from over 50 years of the The Victorian Society's fight to save historic…

They Said, We Said

11 January - 29 April 2016
?'They Said, We Said' is a collection of artwork produced by members of Pure Studio, an arts facility based in Stockport that helps its members, all of whom have a learning disability,…

Lucky charm workshop

14:00 - 16:00 15 February 2016
Take part in our lucky charm workshop and create your own piece of jewellery to bring you good luck. Learn about the history of charms, amulets and talismans, and discover how these…

Collections encounter: 'I put a spell on you' The Moses Gaster collection

14:00 - 15:00 17 February 2016
For centuries people across the world wore amulets to protect themselves against the evil influences of witches, demons, and other mischievous powers. Learn more by delving into our…

Introductory tour

15:00 - 15:30 17 February 2016
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up! Please note that we cannot accept large groups on this tour.

Magical creatures: The power of paws, claws, feathers and fur

11:00 - 16:00 17 February 2016
Within many societies, witchcraft and spells have long been associated with all varieties of animals. Get up close and personal with some of the animals that have featured in the most…

University of Manchester Drama Society: Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTA’s)

19:00 - 21:00 17 February 2016
The University of Manchester Drama Society returns with the opening performance of the awards season. The Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTA’s) is the Drama Society’s very…

Abracadabra! The power of print demonstration

11:30 - 12:00 18 February 2016
What does abracadabra and alchemy have in common with our printing press? Find out the answers as you watch our Columbian Printing Press in action; heralded as one of history's greatest…

Abracadabra! The power of print demonstration

14:30 - 15:00 18 February 2016
What does abracadabra and alchemy have in common with our printing press? Find out the answers as you watch our Columbian Printing Press in action; heralded as one of history's greatest…

Lucky charm workshop

14:00 - 16:00 18 February 2016
Take part in our lucky charm workshop and create your own piece of jewellery to bring you good luck. Learn about the history of charms, amulets and talismans, and discover how these…

Roberto Carrillo-Garcia (Double-Bass)

13:10 - 14:00 18 February 2016
A programme of music for solo double bass by the Hallé’s virtuoso section leader, including the symphonic-scale Sonata by Miecyslaw Weinberg and Tom Johnson’s staggeringly demanding…

University of Manchester Drama Society: Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTA’s)

19:00 - 21:00 18 February 2016
The University of Manchester Drama Society returns with the opening performance of the awards season. The Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTA’s) is the Drama Society’s very…

Collections encounter: 'I put a spell on you' The Moses Gaster collection

14:00 - 15:00 19 February 2016
For centuries people across the world wore amulets to protect themselves against the evil influences of witches, demons, and other mischievous powers. Learn more by delving into our…

Introductory tour

15:00 - 15:30 19 February 2016
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up! Please note that we cannot accept large groups on this tour.

The curious case of MJM

11:00 - 15:00 19 February 2016
Throughout 2016, Manchester Jewish Museum is taking "The Curious Case of MJM" to venues across Manchester, and Friday, 19 February sees it roll into The John Rylands Library. The…

University of Manchester Drama Society: Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTA’s)

19:00 - 21:00 19 February 2016
The University of Manchester Drama Society returns with the opening performance of the awards season. The Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTA’s) is the Drama Society’s very…

Abracadabra! The power of print demonstration

11:30 - 12:00 20 February 2016
What does abracadabra and alchemy have in common with our printing press? Find out the answers as you watch our Columbian Printing Press in action; heralded as one of history's greatest…

Abracadabra! The power of print demonstration

14:30 - 15:00 20 February 2016
What does abracadabra and alchemy have in common with our printing press? Find out the answers as you watch our Columbian Printing Press in action; heralded as one of history's greatest…

MUMS Wind Ensemble and Student Compositions

19:30 - 21:30 20 February 2016
A showcase of MUMS’ finest wind players including works by Scott and Gorb, alongside some brand new compositions from the department’s composition students, written especially for this…

LITERATURE LIVE: Jeanette Winterson "In Conversation" with Louise O’Neill - SOLD OUT

18:30 - 20:00 22 February 2016
** PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT ** The latest event in the Literature Live series features Jeanette Winterson who is joined by award winning author Louise O’Neill described…

Explorer tour

11:00 - 12:00 23 February 2016
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you! To book a place for this event, phone our Customer Services team on 0161 306 0555.

Introductory tour

15:00 - 15:30 24 February 2016
Your chance to learn about this fascinating building and some of its history. Just turn up! Please note that we cannot accept large groups on this tour.

Gavin Osborn

13:10 - 14:00 25 February 2016
Time – fragrance – light. Virtuoso contemporary flautist Gavin Osborn returns with premières of three commissions from composers with links to Manchester: Nina Whiteman, Richard Whalley…

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