Martin Harris Centre, The John Rylands Library

University of Manchester Drama Society - Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTAs)

19:00 - 20:30 14 February 2018
The MIFTAS are a series of 8 plays, whether original or published, that take place during February and March 2018, in theatres across Manchester, including the John Thaw Studio Theatre.…

Thursday Lates: Sacred Sounds - Music of the Reformation

17:00 - 19:00 15 February 2018
Visit the Library for an evening performance bringing the music of The Reformation to life. The Reformation transformed music, with new spiritual sounds being heard all over Europe.…

University of Manchester Drama Society - Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTAs)

19:00 - 20:30 15 February 2018
The MIFTAS are a series of 8 plays, whether original or published, that take place during February and March 2018, in theatres across Manchester, including the John Thaw Studio Theatre.…

Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Piano Recital by Adam Swayne

13:10 - 14:00 15 February 2018
There’s no need to book – this concert is free and you can just turn up on the day. Kevin Malone: The People Protesting Drum Out Bigly Covfefe (première) Frederic Rzewski: Four…

Manchester University Music Society - Contemporary Student Works

13:10 - 14:00 16 February 2018
MUMS kicks off 2018 with a selection of new works from students of the University. Expect a wide range of fascinating new material featuring all different kinds of instruments and ensembles…

University of Manchester Drama Society - Manchester In-Fringe Theatre Awards (MIFTAs)

19:00 - 20:30 16 February 2018
The MIFTAS are a series of 8 plays, whether original or published, that take place during February and March 2018, in theatres across Manchester, including the John Thaw Studio Theatre.…

Manchester University Music Society - Chamber Concert

19:30 - 21:00 17 February 2018
MUMS Chamber Orchestra returns, featuring Terra Memoria by Saariaho and Tchaikovsky’s Serenade. There will also be performances of the enthralling work by Christopher Hussey, Twisted…

Aperture: open photography session

10:30 - 11:30 18 February 2018
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 20 February 2018
The John Rylands Library: 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…

Literature Live: Jennifer Nansubuga Makumbi in conversation with Ellah Wakatama Allfrey

19:30 - 21:00 21 February 2018
Join us to celebrate UNESCO City of Literature International Mother Language Day (IMLD). UNESCO supports mother language and multilingual education through International Mother Language…

Uncovering the Reformation - Curator Tour

11:15 - 11:45 22 February 2018
The John Rylands Library: Take a trip with a curator round our fascinating exhibition, which includes a letter hand written by Martin Luther among other fascinating items. Discover…

Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Simon Turner (cello) Paul Janes (piano)

13:10 - 14:00 22 February 2018
There’s no need to book – this concert is free and you can just turn up on the day. Beethoven Sonata for Cello in D major, Op 102 No 2 Debussy Sonata for Cello and Piano in D minor…

Borderland - part of LGBT History Month

19:30 - 21:00 23 February 2018
Written by James Harker Directed by Danielle McIlven When a racist white boxer instinctively defends a young Asian woman in an after-school fight, neither is prepared for the chaos…

Radical Print - Printing Press Demonstration

11:15 - 11:45 23 February 2018
The John Rylands Library: Twitter spats and cheeky tweets! At The John Rylands Library, watch and learn about how the printing press became an instrument of defiance and rebellion…

Manchester University Music Society Opera Evening - 'War and Conflict'

19:30 - 21:00 24 February 2018
This is sure to be a gripping evening of opera, on the theme of war and conflict. Recent University alumni James Keirle’s contemporary opera Not On The List will be performed, as…

Literature Live: Mariko Nagai and Richard Lloyd Parry - Japan Now

19:30 - 21:00 26 February 2018
Join us to celebrate UNESCO City of Literature International Mother Language Day (IMLD). How do writers – both natives and ‘outsiders’ - respond to tragedy and recount the lived experience…

Toddler Tales

11:00 - 11:45 1 March 2018
The John Rylands Library: Find a cosy corner, pull up a cushion and listen to fun stories. Join in playtime, creating a story world of your own. Free, no need to book, just drop in.…

Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Distractfold Ensemble

13:10 - 14:00 1 March 2018
There’s no need to book – this concert is free and you can just turn up on the day. Distractfold Ensemble presents works for cello, electric guitar and clarinet by Postgraduate composition…

MANTIS SONIFICATION FESTIVAL and North West Consortium Doctoral Training Partnership (NWCDTP) Symposium

18:00 - 19:30 3 March 2018
Experiencing Data in Sound: What do molecules sound like? Are musical timbres encoded in DNA? Can social networks evolve audio? NOVARS Research Centre pushes the boundaries of musical…

MANTIS SONIFICATION FESTIVAL and North West Consortium Doctoral Training Partnership (NWCDTP) Symposium

20:00 - 21:30 3 March 2018
Experiencing Data in Sound: What do molecules sound like? Are musical timbres encoded in DNA? Can social networks evolve audio? NOVARS Research Centre pushes the boundaries of musical…

MANTIS SONIFICATION FESTIVAL and North West Consortium Doctoral Training Partnership (NWCDTP) Symposium

14:00 - 15:30 4 March 2018
Experiencing Data in Sound: What do molecules sound like? Are musical timbres encoded in DNA? Can social networks evolve audio? NOVARS Research Centre pushes the boundaries of musical…

THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED: Literature Live: Joe Dunthorne and Luke Kennard

19:30 - 21:00 5 March 2018
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED: Joe Dunthorne was born and brought up in Swansea, South Wales. His first novel, Submarine, was translated into sixteen languages and adapted for film…

Explorer Tour

14:00 - 15:00 6 March 2018
The John Rylands Library: 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…

Ballroom for Beginners: Free Taster Session

13:05 - 13:55 7 March 2018
Try our ‘Ballroom for Beginners’ free taster session to get a flavour for some of your favourite Ballroom dances in a relaxed and friendly environment. The taster session will be delivered…

Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert - Quatuor Danel

13:10 - 14:00 8 March 2018
A concert of contrasts is offered here, ranging from the late-Romantic lyricism of Webern’s Langsamer Satz to a new work by Marseillais composer Régis Campo and the uncompromising collision…

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