WHAT'S ON AT THE MET, BURY
What's On at The Met, Bury
Most Popular Shows and Events at The Met, Bury
What's On at The Met, Bury
Home Educated Drama Workshop
Wednesday 13 - Wednesday 27 November 2024
This is the perfect chance to meet new people, exercise your creative muscles and learn all about drama and the theatre with industry professionals in a theatre and arts venue. Open to anyone aged between 5 and 15, this is a fun group focus...
Movers and Shakers
Wednesday 13 - Wednesday 27 November 2024
This is a great opportunity to keep active and bond with your children, discover new fun games to play at home and meet other parents and carers!Come join our hourly sessions led by the fantastic Danielle!Movers and Shakers is kindly suppor...
Focus
Thursday 14 November 2024
With their unique brand of progressive rock, Focus manifested themselves at the start of the '70s as the most successful and appreciated of all the Dutch pop-rock exports. Fronted by founding member Thijs Van Leer, and best known for their ...
Sunny Sweeney
Friday 15 November 2024
ACM-nominated recording artist Sunny Sweeney has long been known for her uncanny ability to straddle the line of demarcation between Texas country and Nashville americana. Her latest album, Married Alone (Thirty Tigers) was top 10 in the am...
Christine Collister: Children of the Sea
Saturday 16 November 2024
Christine Collister?s career now spans an incredible forty years. Over that bridge of time she has released twenty four albums, a DVD celebrating twenty years in the business, and an acclaimed single with the BBC: the theme tune for The Lif...
The King's Polar Bear
Saturday 16 November 2024
The King?s Polar Bear is a timeless tale of hope and opportunity, told under the awesome shimmer of the northern lights. In this wintry new show, full of snow and sparkle you will be carried away by the magic of an arctic adventure never he...
Foil Art Family Craft Workshop with Caroline Coates
Sunday 17 November 2024
This family event delivered by the wonderful Caroline Coates is perfect for spending quality time together while creating beautiful art pieces. No experience is necessary ? just bring your enthusiasm and we?ll provide all the materials you ...
The School of Curiosity
Monday 18 - Monday 25 November 2024
Is your child aged between 10 and 14 and bursting with creativity?Do they love reading, making, and telling stories?Do they have a passion for exploring the world of imagination?Well, then, look no further! Welcome to The School of Curiosi...
Leaps and Bounds
Monday 18 - Monday 25 November 2024
Our weekly dance workshop is here ready to bring the new school year in! Incorporating different dance styles for children aged 5 ? 10, this class is for young people of all abilities. In just an hour, the sessions are jam packed with routi...
Nell Bryden
Wednesday 20 November 2024
A New York songwriter who bravely shares her vulnerabilities, it feels like audience favourite Nell Bryden is singing just for you. Putting a raw spin on her American blues and soul roots, Nell is a tour-de-force with a gorgeously rich an...
An Evening at the Two Crows with photographer Richard Davis
Wednesday 20 November 2024
Richard is a British social documentary and portrait photographer, based in the north-west of England. His interest in photography began in the early 1980s whilst growing up in Birmingham and has been a constant in his life ever since. Movi...
Steve Knightley
Thursday 21 November 2024
Renowned Westcountry songwriter Steve Knightley, the former Show of Hands frontman, goes back on the road with a new solo tour. After bidding a fond farewell in 2023 to a remarkable 30-year stint of non-stop touring with his old band, Knig...
The ABBA Reunion Tribute Show
Friday 22 November 2024
Created by the director, producer and choreographer of the award-winning ABBAMANIA musical and starring the original 'Frida' from the London West End cast! Superbly accurate harmony vocals, guitar and keyboards combine with stunning replica...
Emerging Showcase: No Such Thing Records take-over
Friday 22 November 2024
No Such Thing Records are an independent label, committed to harnessing and shining a light on creativity from the North of the UK, and championing diversity across the region, representing artists from underrepresented groups and minority ...
Simeon Walker
Saturday 23 November 2024
Leeds-based pianist and composer Simeon Walker has quickly emerged as a leading light in the burgeoning Modern Classical scene, following the release of Mono and Winnow, his two albums to date. In recent years, Simeon has regularly performe...
Ralph McTell and Dave Pegg
Saturday 23 November 2024
They have played on each other?s albums, performed at each other?s concerts and have shared family life?s ups and downs. This is the first time that they will play as a duo. Join them for an evening of songs and stories from a lifetime on t...
Meet Me at The Met
Monday 25 November 2024
Come and join us in our beautiful building to get involved in multiple activities as well as making new friendships! From mono printing to drumming workshops, we do it all and everything in between! We even have complimentary teas and coffe...
Herman's Hermits
Thursday 28 November 2024
Herman's Hermits, one of the biggest selling bands of the 60's, not just in the UK, but around the World celebrate their 60th anniverary. From their early beginnings in Manchester in 1964, the band have chalked up 23 Hit Singles, 10 Hit Alb...
Eleanor McEvoy
Thursday 28 November 2024
One of Ireland's foremost songwriters, Eleanor McEvoy's live show is spellbinding. She walks in a single pool of light, the stage set with an electric guitar, an acoustic guitar, violin, piano and a small amp. What follows has been enthral...
BMAA Annual General Meeting 2024
Thursday 28 November 2024
The Annual General Meeting of Bury Metropolitan Arts Association (BMAA), the charity which operates The Met, will take place on Thursday 28 November at 6:30pm. Members of the?public are invited to attend and observe....
Mama - The All Era Genesis Tribute Band
Friday 29 November 2024
One of the UK's most successful Genesis tribute bands, Mama faithfully reproduce the sights and sounds of a high octane, contemporary Genesis rock concert with fantastic musicianship from acclaimed musicians. Taking you on a journey fro...
Leather Sketchbook Workshop with Caroline Coates
Friday 29 November 2024
Our experienced instructors will guide you through the process to your own unique sketchbook. This is a fantastic opportunity to learn a new skill and create a personalised keepsake. All materials are included with a lovely range of colours...
Project Smok
Friday 29 November 2024
Project Smok is the neo-trad trio of Ali Levack, Ewan Baird and Pablo Lafuente, whose nonconformist and progressive Scottish traditional music has set them apart since their formation in 2017. Known for their ability to effortlessly blend t...
The Secret Storytelling Club
Friday 29 November 2024
The Secret Storytelling Club invites you to an unforgettable evening of captivating tales, spine tingling songs, and thought-provoking conversations. It?s not just an event, it?s an immersive experience where stories are spoken, songs are s...
Cynefin + Awen Blandford
Saturday 30 November 2024
Fascinated by music and history, it is a bid to give a modern voice to Ceredigion?s rich yet neglected cultural heritage. Starting out from his home village of Capel Dewi in the Clettwr Valley and traveling through the local musical landsca...
LOUDER Cabaret
Saturday 30 November 2024
We?re moving upstairs into our larger Derby Hall and will be providing an even bigger stage for local LGBTQ+ talent! Joining them on stage for LOUDER are two nationally recognised names with a passion for supporting LGBTQ+ artists. Proceeds...
Learn Harmonica (7 October - 2 December)
Monday 2 December 2024
We offer three classes for this workshop, a beginners session 6-7pm,?a returning beginners session at 7-8pm, and an intermediate session 8-9pm. If you are unsure which group to sign up for, please contact education@themet. org. uk. Workshop...
Life Drawing with Two Crows Studios
Tuesday 3 December 2024
Basic materials are available and every session has a thought out playlist to guarantee a atmosphere to inspire your creativity. The bar will be open serving a wide variety of quality drinks and ticket price includes cheese and biscuits!...
First Thursday Comedy
Thursday 5 December 2024 - Thursday 6 February 2025
Comedy in a Van present an hilarious evening of top quality comedy on the first Thursday of every month. Click for acts on specific dates. ...
Rumpelstiltskin
Friday 6 - Thursday 26 December 2024
From the producers of Dick Whittington and Aladdin, The Big Tiny bring their new story of magic, mayhem and above all, true love as Cupid comes to The Met next Christmas. Can she overcome the wicked tricks of Rumpelstiltskin and help Prince...
Met Express Drama Group
Monday 9 - Tuesday 10 December 2024
Met Express is The Met's very own learning disability theatre company. Met Express is an inclusive and accessible group run by expert facilitators with a diverse membership with a range of different disabilities. Sessions run Mondays and T...
Metro Jazz (30 September - 9 December)
Monday 9 December 2024
Metro Jazz is open to anyone aged 16-100 (and beyond!) who plays an instrument to a competent standard (but don?t worry about grades) and is interested in learning about and playing jazz music. If you would consider yourself a beginner, can...
The Houghton Weavers
Thursday 12 December 2024
THE HOUGHTON WEAVERS have been entertaining folk for 48 years with their unique blend of popular folk music, humour and audience participation. In their time together, the group have performed thousands of concerts, recorded over 30 albums,...
Get A Christmas Round In
Thursday 12 December 2024
This brand-new event at The Met features four artists sharing the stage to showcase their songwriting talent and tell the stories behind their music. Expect the very best of Greater Manchester?s acoustic talent. Our special Christmas event ...
Metro Jazz Presents: Jingle Jazz
Friday 13 December 2024
Led by super saxophonist Munch Manship and longtime group leader Alan Barton, The Met?s community jazz orchestra conclude their ten session term with a performance to get you rocking around the Christmas tree!Come down to our studio space, ...
Tim Edey's Celtic Christmas
Saturday 14 December 2024
Originally from Broadstairs in Kent and of Irish descent, Tim Edey honed his style learning from his father Richard, himself a fine guitarist, and listening to Ed Boyd, Steve Cooney and Django Reinhardt. After seventeen years of hard work, ...
Bury Youth Dance
Monday 16 December 2024
Join us in Bury Youth Dance to develop skills, create new work, perform at a range of platforms and make connections to build career paths in dance. This company is for 11-18 year olds who already have some grounding in dance and movement a...
Bury Youth Theatre
Tuesday 17 - Wednesday 18 December 2024
Our very own youth theatre is a supportive environment where young people come together to learn new skills and create their own shows. Led by highly trained professional facilitators, Bury Youth Theatre can help young people find their fir...
LOUD Cabaret
Thursday 19 December 2024
We?re delighted to announce a new queer cabaret night where we will be showcasing the most fabulous of rising stars from across Bury and beyond. Expect tantalising musicians, side-splitting comedians, captivating dancers and a line-up of ta...
St Agnes Fountain
Thursday 19 December 2024
Since first getting together in 2001, St Agnes Fountain have brought musical invention and laughter to the star-dust atmosphere of the Christmas season. Founder member David Hughes left the band in 2020, and very sadly died last year. Howev...
Niall McNamee
Friday 20 December 2024
Describing himself as ?a romantic football fan who writes songs?, Niall moved to London at seventeen years old working on building sites whilst growing a devoted fan base playing gigs in pubs and music venues across London. He began his act...
Aiming High
Saturday 21 December 2024
Aiming High are back for another term of fun and creative drama activity. Our groups use physical activities and drama games to create a safe place for young people to express themselves, encourage them to become more independent and improv...
Them Heavy People - Kate Bush Tribute Band
Friday 10 January 2025
Them Heavy People are ?wowing? audiences with every gig, as their stage show mesmerises viewers with incredible musicianship, outstanding vocals and projections that makes this more of an event than a standard concert, and is a ?must see? f...
Be Right Back
Saturday 11 January 2025
Drummer Rob formed the band in early 2023, bringing together musicians who met through local community jazz programmes at venues including The Met and Band on the Wall. The band?s ethos is to create music that resonates with a wide audience...
The Blockheads
Saturday 11 January 2025
Performing a large selection of their classic songs spanning over 5 decades. Formed in 1977 to promote Ian Dury's album New Boots and Panties on the first Stiff Records tour of the UK. The Blockheads are now fronted by one of Ian's best fri...
Martyn Joseph
Friday 17 January 2025
A unique talent driven by passion, social awareness and love for his trade, the jaw dropping guitar player has developed a unique percussive style with a powerful show stopping voice, which has seen him dubbed "The Welsh Springsteen". Take ...
Jean Genie - David Bowie Tribute
Saturday 18 January 2025
One of only a few tribute artists to tour and perform with an original artist's band, David Bowie tribute act Jean Genie was created by John Mainwaring and John Ford in 1993. An original recording artist in his own right, John Mainwaring ha...
RockFit Live
Saturday 18 January 2025
Your favourite RockFit tracks performed live by Manchester?s DACARA, co-fronted by Dan Moran (Shrapnel and Reaper UK). RockFit is dance fitness to a rock and heavy metal soundtrack. Whack on your favourite band tshirt and dance to iconic tr...
Genesis Songbook - The ultimate Phil Collins-era Genesis Show
Thursday 23 January 2025
Formed by former Genesis Visible Touch singer Chris O'Connell, Genesis Songbook do exactly what they say - take you through the Songbook of Phil Collins fronted Genesis! Their acoustic show sees them stripped down to keys and vocals, taking...
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