Entertainment
10th November 2021 | By Tyrese King
Okechukwu Nzelu discusses ‘fantastic novels’ written by C Pam Zhang and Bryan WashingtonThe author of a novel which challenges perceptions of America’a wild west was invited to speak at a Manchester Literature festival event. C Pam Zhang and...
3rd November 2021 | By Tyrese King
WSTRN perform at Student Union for See My World FestivalThe group performing at MMU West London R&B group WSTRN headlined at the See My World festival on October 23 celebrating the UK’s African and Caribbean...
28th September 2021 | By Eddie Toomer-McAlpine
Bankley Gallery in Levenshulme showcases work from 20 artists selected from annual open callThe past 18 months of lockdown has influenced many artists' work which are all linked by what exhibition judge and Manchester photographer Simon Buckley describes as "a sense of melancholy, loneliness and fear"
18th June 2021 | By Claudia Waring
Refugee Week in Manchester is marked by Journeys Festival International with new art projectJourney’s Festival International is back with more enlightening stories hidden around the city. Interactive and illustrated posters have been dotted around Manchester bringing stories from people...
18th May 2021 | By Kiah-Azriel Freer
Louder Than Words music festival launches series of live streaming eventsLouder than Words festival has launched a series of live streams hosted by Manchester music journalist and creator of the Louder Than War publication, John...
17th March 2021 | By Constance Enzler
Album review: Terra Firma by Tash SultanaAfter teasing fans since last April by slowly releasing singles Pretty Lady, Greed, Beyond the Pine, followed by Willow Tree and Sweet & Dandy, alternative artist Tash Sultana has released their highly anticipated...
8th December 2020 | By Lucas Crossley
Blanketman release new single as they prepare for live shows in early 2021The new track from Manchester alternative fourpiece Blanketman is out now, the band’s third release of 2020. Latest single Harold is available on all streaming platforms,...
25th November 2020 | By nq_admin
Manchester International Festival launches training academy for unemployed young peopleIn 2018 the Manchester International Festival (MIF) launched the Factory Academy for unemployed adults aged 19-24 to train to work in the creative industry. Jocelyne Underwood, Factory...
10th November 2020 | By nq_admin
Manchester lecturer takes part in research on the impact of COVID-19 on UK theatre freelancersWhen the country went into lockdown in March, theatres and venues across the globe closed their doors, unsure of when they would re-open to the...
6th November 2020 | By Lucas Crossley
Riz Ahmed to live stream performance of The Long Goodbye for Manchester International FestivalAn actor and musician is bringing a one-off live stream performance of his recent album to the city as part of the Manchester International Festival Riz Ahmed,...
31st October 2020 | By nq_admin
HOME Manchester launches campaign to highlight costs of running theatreHOME Manchester launched its ’empty seat campaign’ to highlight the cost of running a venue when not at full capacity. The theatre has taken 700 seats off sale,...
20th October 2020 | By Kiah-Azriel Freer
Home cinema reopens six months after closure due to coronavirus pandemicHome cinema has reopened to the public after being closed for six months because of coronavirus. Many cinemas have been struggling with current restrictions such as Cineworld announcing...
17th October 2020 | By Harry Wragg
Manchester artist captures coronavirus pandemic through series of digital drawingsA Chorlton-based artist has produced a series of pictures depictioning life in Manchester during the coronavirus pandemic. The works of art by Amanda Beck-McKim are a...
14th October 2020 | By Kiah-Azriel Freer
Anthony Burgess foundation releases online audio exhibition of previously unheard work by renowned Manchester authorThe International Anthony Burgess foundation is exploring the private legacy of renowned Manchester writer with a new online audio exhibit. The exhibit consists of tapes covering...
5th October 2020 | By nq_admin
Tonight at the London Coliseum: Cassidy Janson, London ColiseumCassidy Janson is no stranger to the Coliseum, home of the English National Opera, having performed in both Man of La Mancha and Chess there. Filmed in an empty auditorium, Janson...
1st October 2020 | By Lucas Crossley
Manchester band Blanketman announce release of new singleManchester post-punk outfit Blanketman announced the release of their upcoming single via social media. Beach Body will be available on all streaming platforms from next Tuesday. It...
29th September 2020 | By Lewis Oxley
The Whitworth and Manchester Museum reopen to the publicWhitworth art gallery has reopened to the public after a six-month closure due to the Covid-19 lockdown. The museum will reopen with social distancing measures and...
28th September 2020 | By nq_admin
Things to do this week if you are in self-isolationHogwarts digital escape room We all need a bit of escapism right now. Created by an American librarian, Harry Potter fans can enjoy this free...
28th September 2020 | By nq_admin
Things to Do This Week From IsolationHogwarts Digital Escape Room We all need a bit of escapism right now. Created by an American librarian, Harry Potter fans can enjoy this free...
26th September 2020 | By Rachel Cowsill
United we stream: Manchester Camerata creates digital film called Untold during pandemicManchester Camerata orchestra is premiering a new digital film series this week to engage with Manchester residents during the pandemic. As an orchestra with artists,...