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Works Ahead 2026

Our annual sample of new performance returns with new works-in-development from n:u (melissandre varin) in May and Nathan Birkinshaw in June; Lisa Ford is also developing an idea for future presentation…

Thu 11 Jun19:00Contact Theatre

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Social Experiment

Social Experiment is a gathering at Contact for anyone interested in Live Art and contemporary performance to meet, chat, and try ideas out…A free and informal, semi-regular evening event with the next on Thursday 11th June from 6pm to 9pm — followed by 19 November 2026.

Thu 11 Jun19:00Contact Theatre

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Festivals & Events

Manchester Literature Festival presents An Evening with Asako Yuzuki

Join us for an electrifying evening with Asako Yuzuki, bestselling author of global phenomenon Butter, as she returns to Manchester Literature Festival to discuss her gripping new novel Hooked.

Fri 12 Jun20:00Contact Theatre

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Diabolico

We are excited to welcome Laura Lootens to the stage this summer, emerging as one of the most exciting voices of the classical guitar.

Thu 18 Jun20:30Contact Theatre

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Father's Day

We’re celebrating every kind of dad this Father’s Day at Trafford Centre with gifts, treats, dining and days out. Don’t forget, Sunday 21 June!

Sun 21 JunManchester Traford Centre

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The 5th Chapter

The 5th Chapter marks a powerful milestone for 0161 Studios: Five years of relentless creativity, growth, and impact. This hip hop dance theatre showcase brings together the very best talent from across the UK, uniting professionals and…

Sat 19 Sept20:30Contact Theatre

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