Martin Harris Centre, The John Rylands Library

Ballroom and Latin for Beginners

13:05 27 September - 14:00 22 November 2017
Due to popular demand, this Autumn the Martin Harris Centre is going back to basics again! Join us for ‘Ballroom and Latin for Beginners’ in a relaxed and friendly environment. The…

New Sounds from Manchester - Part of the New Music North West Festival 2017

13:10 - 14:00 17 November 2017
After the success of last year’s inaugural performances, New Sounds returns for a free lunchtime concert, including Mark Anthony Turnage’s Three Farewells, and several exciting new…

University of Manchester Drama Society: 'Holes' by Tom Basden

19:00 - 20:30 17 November 2017
Three conference organisers and a teenage girl are the sole survivors of a fatal plane crash on a remote tropical island. Stranded, the four survivors wait. Surely someone will find…

Aperture: open photography session

10:30 - 11:30 19 November 2017
Calling all photographers! This is a fantastic opportunity to capture the beauty of our Historic Reading Room, before the Library opens to the general public. You’re welcome to bring…

Explorer tour

14:00 - 15:00 21 November 2017
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you.

15th Annual Rylands Poetry Reading with Jorie Graham - SOLD OUT

18:00 - 19:30 23 November 2017
This year’s 15th Rylands reading will be given by Jorie Graham. Jorie Graham is the author of numerous collections of poetry, including From the New World: Poems 1976-2014, Place,…

Michelle Assay and David Fanning: two-piano recital

13:10 - 14:00 23 November 2017
Two fiery and colourful works for two pianos from the first decade of the 20th century. Michelle Assay and David Fanning continue their survey of Rachmaninoff’s works for two pianos,…

Uncovering the Reformation - curator tour

11:15 - 11:45 23 November 2017
Take a trip with a curator round our fascinating exhibition, which includes a letter hand written by Martin Luther among other fascinating items. Discover how Martin Luther, Henry…

Manchester University Wind Orchestra (MUWO)

19:30 - 21:15 25 November 2017
Manchester University Wind Orchestra returns with an exciting programme of music from across the pond. You definitely won’t want to miss this extravaganza full of your all-time favourite…

Quatuor Danel Beethoven Cycle

30 November - 3 December 2017
Join the Quatuor Danel for the Beethoven Cycle! Beethoven’s 16 string quartets (or 17, if you count the Grosse Fuge as an independent work) are universally recognised as one of the…

Quatuor Danel Beethoven Cycle Evening Concert

19:30 - 21:00 30 November 2017
This concert forms part of the Quator Danel Beethoven Cycle. Beethoven Quartet in G major, Op. 18 No. 2 Beethoven Quartet in A major, Op. 18 No. 5 Beethoven Quartet in C minor, Op.…

Quatuor Danel Beethoven Cycle Lunchtime Concert

13:10 - 14:00 30 November 2017
This concert forms part of the Quator Danel Beethoven Cycle. Beethoven Quartet in D major, Op. 18 No. 3 Beethoven Quartet in F major, Op. 18 No. 1

Quatuor Danel Seminar: ’Emulating the Classics’

14:30 - 16:00 30 November 2017
A workshop of student minuets in Classical style with the Quatuor Danel and Professor Barry Cooper.

Quatuor Danel Beethoven Cycle Evening Concert

19:30 - 21:00 1 December 2017
Beethoven Quartet in F major, Op. 59 No. 1 Beethoven Quartet in E minor, Op. 59 No. 2 Beethoven Quartet in C major, Op. 59 No. 3 This concert forms part of the Quator Danel Beethoven…

Quatuor Danel Beethoven Cycle Afternoon Concert

13:00 - 16:00 2 December 2017
This concert forms part of the Quator Danel Beethoven Cycle Please note the start time of this concert. Beethoven Quartet in E flat major, Op. 74 (‘The Harp’) Beethoven Quartet in…

The University of Manchester Chorus and Symphony Orchestra

19:30 - 21:15 2 December 2017
The University of Manchester Chorus present both Haydn and Britten’s St Nicholas under Robert Guy, featuring Robert Dowling as guest soloist. This concert also features student soloists…

Quatuor Danel Beethoven Cycle Afternoon Concert

13:00 - 15:30 3 December 2017
This concert forms part of the Quator Danel Beethoven Cycle Please note the start time of this concert. Beethoven Quartet in B flat major, Op. 130 (with Grosse Fuge, Op. 133 finale)…

The John Rylands Library Christmas Concert

12:00 - 13:00 3 December 2017
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT In the beautiful and atmospheric surroundings of the Library’s grand Historic Reading Room, enjoy a medley of Christmas songs performed by The Manchester…

Explorer tour

14:00 - 15:00 5 December 2017
Ever wondered where some of the Library doors and staircases lead to? Then this is the tour for you. Join us as we take a look behind the scenes at The John Rylands Library. Free, booking required.

Literature Live: Jackie Kay and Ali Smith SOLD OUT

19:30 - 21:00 5 December 2017
PLEASE NOTE: This event is Sold Out We are thrilled that two of our most talented, engaging and humane writers, Jackie Kay and Ali Smith – contemporaries whose friendship spans many…

Manchester University Big Band (MUBB)

19:30 - 21:15 7 December 2017
Manchester University Big Band returns with an exciting set drawing on big band repertoire from around the world, from Brooklyn, to Trondheim, to Japan. Whether you’re a big band veteran…

Pioneers of Percussion Joby Burgess (percussion / electronics)

13:10 - 14:00 7 December 2017
One of Britain’s most diverse percussionists, Joby Burgess is best known for his virtuosic, often lissom performances, daring collaborations, extensive education work, and regularly…

Toddler tales

11:00 - 11:45 7 December 2017
Find a cosy corner, pull up a cushion and listen to fun stories. Join in playtime, creating a storyworld of your own. Suitable for families with children 5 and under.

Ad Solem Christmas Concert

19:30 - 21:15 8 December 2017
Ad Solem present a selection of festive, Christmas music. From Byrd to Britten, Mathias to Maxwell Davies, as well as some of Finzi’s Seven Poems of Robert Bridges. Price £10.50 /…

Manchester University Music Society - There is no ‘i’ in Concerto Grosso…’: Baroque Orchestra

13:10 - 14:00 8 December 2017
Before concertos became all about the virtuosity of the soloist, they were written for small teams of instrumentalists, contrasted against the full orchestra. Here the university’s…

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