Art
15th October 2021 | By Tyrese King
‘I wanted to write characters that were good men’: Trini authors Monique Roffey and Ingrid Persaud on feminism and masculinityThe Manchester Literature Festival hosted Manchester Metropolitan University Lecturer Monique Roffey and author Ingrid Persaud at the Central Library on St. Peter’s Square. Roffey’s novel...
15th October 2021 | By Tyrese King
‘We were a family under siege’: award-winning author Bernardine Evaristo speaks out at Manchester Literature Festival eventManchester Literature Festival hosted ‘An Evening with Bernardine Evaristo’ on Monday night, the first of many live events happening this month. The sold out event was hosted...
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"
21st May 2021 | By Tyrese King
The Public Campaign for the Arts are leading the charge against proposed 50% funding cut to art-based subjects in higher educationThe Public Campaign for the Arts are condemning the government’s plan to cut 50% of funding for the arts in higher education. The government plans to create a new separate category...
30th March 2021 | By Tyrese King
Literature in lockdown has meant major shift in the way bookshops operateOver the past year, the coronavirus lockdown has had a huge impact on both people and businesses alike. The pandemic has affected many local businesses negatively, with a number...
3rd February 2021 | By Tyrese King
Man Met lecturer Monique Roffey wins Costa Book Award with The Mermaid of Black ConchA senior lecturer at the at Manchester Metropolitan has won the £30,000 prize 2020 Costa Book Award. Monique Roffey, part of the Writing School at Man...
27th January 2021 | By nq_admin
‘It’s so important to keep these stories alive’: Manchester Jewish Museum’s young activists keep stories alive for Holocaust Memorial DayOn 27 January every year, it is Holocaust Memorial Day, remembering the millions of people killed or whose lives have been changed, by the Holocaust....
5th November 2020 | By Lewis Oxley
Manchester art gallery to host art therapy sessions for new mums in lockdownManchester Art Gallery is to host art therapy sessions for women who became new mums during lockdown and are suffering the mental health effects of...
22nd October 2020 | By Bailey Taylor
Manchester artist wins first prize at internationally renowned arts exhibition in CataloniaA Manchester artist has seen his work win stellar recognition after taking first place at a prestigious arts exhibition in Catalonia. The piece titled ‘Act On’ won...
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...
19th October 2020 | By Lewis Oxley
Professor Martyn Evans appointed director of Manchester School of ArtProfessor Martyn Evans has been appointed the new director of the Manchester School of Art at Manchester Metropolitan University. Professor Evans has worked at the university for the past five...
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...
9th October 2020 | By Harry Wragg
Covid-19 delays development of word-class arts venue The Factory and promise of jobsA new purpose-built arts space to be known as The Factory has been identified as one of the key projects which will help kick start...
7th October 2020 | By Joanna Devany
Food bank encourages creativity in crisis for vulnerable Manchester communitiesManchester Central Food Bank is ensuring that the mental health of vulnerable individuals is not forgotten during the pandemic. The charity has launched a campaign...
22nd January 2020 | By Elena Richards Coldicutt
Open art exhibition at HOME showcases new crop of talent from Manchester and beyondThe Manchester Open Exhibition at HOME opened its doors to the public at the weekend. The exhibition displays 543 works from across Greater Manchester, including...
18th December 2019 | By [email protected]
Funds raised for Withington Walls street art project to go aheadA community art project has successfully raised funds to create murals and street art on shop shutters in Withington rejuvenate the neighbourhood. Residents raised £5,000...
12th February 2019 | By Sarai Van-Cook
Incoming Festival 2019 line-up announced by Home promises a ‘radical shake-up’The line-up for this year’s Incoming Festival at Home in Manchester has been announced. The festival will be presented simultaneously in London’s New Diorama Theatre...
4th December 2018 | By Sam Peckett
Manchester’s Grassroots Music and Arts Festival FOUNDATIONS Returns This DecemberFOUNDATIONS Festival is returning to Manchester this December to celebrate the city’s grassroots alternative music and art scene. Focusing on recognising the talent beyond the...
13th October 2018 | By Isaac Jordan
Refugee art showcased at Journeys Festival aims to break down barriers and prejudiceManchester was alive and buzzing this past week as Journeys Festival showcased the talents of refugee artists from around the world. The 10-day festival, which was held...