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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 14/10/2026

Ghost of the AI Empire 📅 Friday 6 November ⏰ 7pm 🎟️ £15 / £10 Concessions An immersive opera, combining live performance, Japanese Noh theatre and interactive technology, 'Ghost of the AI Empire' reimagines the Japanese ghost legend 'Yotsuya Kaidan' in a future ruled by an AI empire

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Ghost of the AI Empire | Manchester, 6 November 2026

Immersive opera where you steer the story from your seat. A Japanese ghost story in an AI future, sung live. Friday 6 November 2026, Cosmo Rodewald Concert Hall, Manchester. One night only.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Please note – Due to unforeseen circumstances, there has been a change to the advertised programmes for these events.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Quatuor Danel Evening Concert – Shostakovich 120 years with Adam MacKenzie (bassoon) 📅 Friday 2 October ⏰ 7.30pm 🎟️ £16.50 / £11.50 / £3.75 Quatuor Danel mark the 120th anniversary of Shostakovich’s birth. Tickets and info: events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:...

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Quatuor Danel Evening Concert – Shostakovich 120 years with Adam MacKenzie (bassoon) | Events at The University of Manchester

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Quatuor Danel lunchtime concert 📅 Thursday 1 October ⏰ 1.10pm 🎟️ Free – No booking required Quatuor Danel return for their long awaited first concert of the 2026-27 season. More info: events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:...

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WCLC: Quatuor Danel lunchtime concert | Events at The University of Manchester

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

This week we bring you two concerts by our acclaimed resident string quartet Quatuor Danel!

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The KNDS Fairey Band's forthcoming concert celebrating composer Philip Sparke's 75th year will be FREE to attend, in partnership with the University of Manchester Music Department. The programme has been selected by Sparke and conducted by Phil Chalk, drawing on works that span his career.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

A Jubilee Overture - 75 years of Philip Sparke 📅 Sunday 27 September ⏰ 3-5pm 🎟️ Free – No booking required

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

We are sorry to announce that this Friday's performance of 'Chameleon' has been cancelled due to cast illness – all ticket holders will receive a refund.

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Centre For New Writing @newwritingmcr.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

The Observer Book Club with Yann Martel 📅 Wednesday 14 October ⏰ 7.30-8.45pm 🎟️ £12/£10 📍 @mhcentre.bsky.social

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Centre For New Writing @newwritingmcr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

The Observer Book Club with Deborah Frances-White 📅 Sunday 11 October ⏰ 4.30-5.45pm 🎟️ £12/£10 📍 @mhcentre.bsky.social

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Centre For New Writing @newwritingmcr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Paul Mason: Reds 📅 Sunday 11 October ⏰ 2-3.15pm 🎟️ £14/£12 📍 @mhcentre.bsky.social

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Following consecutive 4* runs at the Edinburgh Fringe and London, 'Chameleon' celebrates its finale in Manchester. With dry wit and existential dread, our autistic heroine plunges headfirst into an identity crisis questioning whether her all-consuming relationship is worth losing herself.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Welcome Week Show: 'Chameleon' by Jess Telling 📅 Friday 25 September ⏰ 7pm 🎟️ £10/£7

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

A Jubilee Overture - 75 years of Philip Sparke 📅 Sunday 27 September ⏰ 3-5pm 🎟️ £17.50/£12 We welcome The KNDS Fairey Band. Featuring the music of acclaimed composer Philip Sparke and the composers who inspired him, to celebrate his 75th year. Tickets and info: www.quaytickets.com/martinharris...

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Social Responsibility at The University of Manchester @socialresponuom.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

BA Drama graduate Emilia O'Donoghue shares how her time at @officialuom.bsky.social shaped her passion for using arts and culture to support communities across Greater Manchester. @uomhums.bsky.social

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Featuring extracts from three exciting works in progress, alongside a selection of short performances from local artists, this triple bill offers audiences a chance to encounter new work at a vital stage of its journey. Tickets and info: www.quaytickets.com/martinharris...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

📅 Wednesday 22 July ⏰ 7-9.30pm 📍 John Thaw Studio Theatre, MHC 🎟️ £13.75 / £10.75

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Lesbian Triple Bill Join directors Clodagh Chapman, Ellie Harrington and Maisie Holland for an evening of queer works in progress from Manchester’s emerging theatre-makers.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

We're excited to host Patrick Radden Keefe as part of @mcrlitfest.bsky.social this autumn! Book now: manchesterliteraturefestival.co.uk/events/an-ev...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 10/06/2026

Final reminder for our Relaxed Performance Summer Sing and Sign-along – THIS FRIDAY! Watch our latest BSL tutorial from Sign Me Happy and get ready to join in with 'Summer Holiday'! 📅 Fri 12 Jun ⏰ 11am (Doors 10.30am) 🎟️ Free – No booking required, unless you’re bringing a group of 10 people or more

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School of Arts, Languages and Cultures @uomsalc.bsky.social · 08/06/2026

In-between China and the World 📅 Monday 15 June ⏰ 2.30-4pm 📍 John Thaw Studio Theatre, @mhcentre.bsky.social 🎟️ Free – Booking required

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

We look forward to welcoming you next week! 📅 Friday 12 June 2026 ⏰ 11am (Doors 10.30am) 🎟️ Free – No booking required, unless you’re bringing a group of 10 people or more

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Today we're sharing our second BSL tutorial from Sign Me Happy – get ready to join in with 'Do Re Mi' at our Relaxed Performance Summer Sing and Sign-along:

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

"Our pupils don't get access to as many opportunities as pupils who live close to large centres of culture – This is really important for them because it's a great opportunity to get a taste of further education in music, to play with professional musicians and learn from them..."

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 02/06/2026

Our resident string quartet Quatuor Danel invited students of Derby & Derbyshire Music Partnership to take part in a masterclass – watch highlights from this inspiring event in our latest video: youtu.be/Wfw0ZPuTUZU

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Quatuor Danel perform with Noémi Győri at MHC and lead masterclass for Derbyshire school pupils

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Why not watch this great tutorial from Sign Me Happy, and learn to join in with 'Spoonful of Sugar' using BSL?

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

The countdown has begun to our Relaxed Performance Summer Sing and Sign-along! 📅 Friday 12 June 2026 ⏰ 11am (Doors 10.30am) 🎟️ Free – No booking required, unless you’re bringing a group of 10 people or more

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

Relaxed Performance - Summer Sing and Sign-along 📅 Fri 12 Jun ⏰ 11am (Doors 10.30am) 🎟️ FREE (Booking required for groups of 10+) A 50-minute musical treat, open to all. This relaxed performance is intended to be welcoming for people who may not feel comfortable attending formal concerts.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Don't miss the next MHC Relaxed Performance - Summer Sing and Sign-along 📆 Friday 12 June ⏰ 11am (Doors 10.30am) You can read the full story of the Making a Difference Awards in our May newsletter – to sign up to the mailing list, visit: www.martinharriscentre.manchester.ac.uk/about-us/con...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Hosted at the Whitworth Hall by President and Vice-Chancellor Professor Duncan Ivison, the ceremony recognised the outstanding achievements of our staff, students, alumni and external partners, and celebrated the ways in which they are driving meaningful change.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

She said: “This project has grown over the last 10 years. I am passionate about connecting with the community, and making music and the arts accessible to everyone. I'm so proud that this work has been recognised on such a prestigious platform, and excited to see what the next decade will bring!”

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Alex was recognised for her dedication to improving inclusivity and accessibility at MHC performances, diversifying our audiences, performers and volunteers, engaging more effectively with local communities, and improving wellbeing and health through our cultural programme and partnerships.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

Huge congratulations to Alex Shaw, our Arts Administration Manager, who won the ‘Outstanding professional services for social responsibility’ prize at the University of Manchester’s Making a Difference Awards last night!

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Social Responsibility at The University of Manchester @socialresponuom.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

The winning award goes to a project that has transformed accessibility and inclusion at the Martin Harris Centre through relaxed performances, community outreach and creative partnerships. Congratulations to Alex Shaw for MHC Breaking Barriers. @uomhums.bsky.social @mhcentre.bsky.social

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 06/05/2026

TOMORROW: Quatuor Danel with Noémi Gyori (flute) (Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert series – Free entry!) 📅 Thursday 7 May ⏰ 1.10-1.50pm 🎟️ Free – No booking required More info: events.manchester.ac.uk/.../event:ig...

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Now exhibiting in the Samuel Alexander Glass Corridor: Archiving Culture 📆 Until 3 June 📍 Glass Corridor, Samuel Alexander Building Co-created by students enrolled in the ‘Archiving Culture’ module, this exhibition examines representation across contemporary culture, communities and histories.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

Join Tangram on a deep exploration between Chinese philosophy and Western classical music. Divine Intimacies presents a programme for Chinese and Western instruments showcasing how ancient divination practices have inspired music, ritual and performance for over 1,000 years.

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

IN ONE WEEK: Divine Intimacies (Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert series – Free entry!) 📅 Thursday 23 April ⏰ 1.10-1.50pm 🎟️ Free – No booking required

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 16/03/2026

Victor Lim and Ben Powell 📅 Thu 19 Mar ⏰ 1.10-1.50pm 🎟️ Free – No booking required This week's Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert offers some of the most exciting two piano music of the last century, performed by two virtuoso instrumental teaching staff. events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

Ñandereko (Our Way of Life) – World Première 📅 Thu 12 Mar ⏰ 1.10-2pm 🎟️ Free – No booking required A new dramatic cantata for voice, piano and keyboards, strings, flute, aerophones, and percussion, with prerecorded sonic materials and visual projections. events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Musica Ensembles Concert Date: Sat 7 Mar Time: 2-4pm Tickets: £11.50 / £7.50 / £3.75 This concert showcases women and gender-diverse composers in a large ensemble setting, celebrating their brilliant music. www.quaytickets.com/martinharris...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 24/02/2026

Come to our next Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert: Percussion NOW 📅 Thu 26 Feb ⏰ 1.10-1.50pm 🎟️ Free – No booking required Art flourishes when tradition meets innovation, where history, imagination, and the avant-garde merge to keep artistic creation alive. events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 13/02/2026

Join us for next week's Walter Carroll Lunchtime Concert, a celebration of Chinese New Year presented by The Confucius Institute: Quatuor Danel with Cheng Yu (pipa) 📅 Thu 19 Feb ⏰ 1.10-1.50pm 🎟️ Free – No booking required events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 05/02/2026

Hansel and Gretel Manchester University Music Society (MUMS) Opera presents a fairytale opera in three acts: 📅 Friday 13 February ⏰ 7-9.30pm 🎟️ £11.50 / £7.50 / £3.75 / Free to MUMS members with code More info: events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:...

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Martin Harris Centre @mhcentre.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

TOMORROW: Jonathan Ainscough, Sarah-Louise Young and Jordan Paul Clarke – 'Who I’d Be' 📅 Thu 5 Feb ⏰ 1.10-1.50pm 🎟️ FREE – No booking required Three seasoned musical theatre performers present a decades-spanning programme of captivating theatre songs. events.manchester.ac.uk/event/event:...

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