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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 8h

📢 EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT: The Banners of Ed Hall: Art, Activism & Civic Action in Contemporary Britain 📅 15 October, 5.30pm–7pm 📍 Alliance Manchester Business School 🎟️ ow.ly/6wu550ZSYpO Join us for an event discussing the history, politics and stories behind banners in art and activism.

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Join The John Rylands Library for ‘Beyond Preservation: Innovation in Special Collections’. 📅 5 October, 2.30pm–4.30pm 📍 John Rylands Library 🎟️ ow.ly/et8m50ZSZAJ This event forms part of The University of Manchester’s Innovation Festival. Find out more: ow.ly/rNIy50ZSZBC

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The challenges shaping our future need connected thinking. See how we and our sister platforms support collaboration across One University. Watch in full: ow.ly/zyCU50ZS8sf The University of Manchester Digital Futures Healthier Futures at the University of Manchester Sustainable Futures

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Creative technologist & Genotone founder Andrew Melchior appointed Honorary Professor in Computer Science The appointment will strengthen interdisciplinary research and teaching on AI, creative authorship and digital provenance at The University of Manchester. Read more: ow.ly/2OoS50ZS9p4

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Last chance to view: Housing with care and creativity with older LGBTQ people 📅 Exhibiting until 30 September 📍Glass Corridor, Samuel Alexander Building. Open to the public 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday. Find out more about the project: ow.ly/USnP50ZIy3K

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

Join writer, broadcaster and political strategist Paul Mason at @mcrlitfest.bsky.social for a lively conversation on Reds: A Global History of Communism - exploring communism’s legacy and what it means for our world today. Expect big ideas, bold questions and thought-provoking conversation.

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

The author, comedian and host of The Guilty Feminist Deborah Frances-White brings her sharp wit and fresh perspective to @mcrlitfest.bsky.social for a lively conversation about Six Conversations We’re Scared to Have and how we can navigate disagreement, polarisation and difficult conversations.

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

Booker Prize-winning author Yann Martel, internationally acclaimed for the modern classic 'Life of Pi', visits @mcrlitfest.bsky.social for this exclusive North West event to discuss his remarkable new novel, 'Son of Nobody'. Tickets and info: manchesterliteraturefestival.co.uk/events/the-o...

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School of Arts, Languages and Cultures @uomsalc.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

@uomcreativemcr.bsky.social is excited to once again be part of the Cultural Welcome with a specially curated exhibition launch and panel event on Thursday 8 October celebrating Black Theatre History Month 2026.

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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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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

We are honoured to be shortlisted in the The University of Manchester's Inaugural Partnership Excellence Awards, with our partners Manchester Camerata. The nomination relates to the Music in Mind project, and was for the Research Collaboration Excellence category of the Awards #InnovationFestival

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

🔊Frederick Douglass: A Global Life – Podcast Recording is available to listen to now! 🎓 In June, Creative Manchester hosted the first event of Manchester Lit & Phil’s Frederick Douglass Lecture series, ‘Frederick Douglass: A Global Life’. Listen to the Podcast here: ow.ly/WucH50ZNJhj

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Now exhibiting in the Samuel Alexander Glass Corridor: Housing with care and creativity with older LGBTQ people 📅 Exhibiting until 30 September 📍Glass Corridor, Samuel Alexander Building. Open to the public 9am-5pm, Monday to Friday. Find out more about the project: ow.ly/USnP50ZIy3K

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Meet Professor Michelle Phillips, Creative Manchester’s new Director & Professor of Music in the School of Arts, Languages and Cultures at The University of Manchester. In our spotlight interview, Michelle shares what excites her about joining Creative Manchester and more👉 ow.ly/GRRo50ZNqin

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

📢 Last chance to apply: Creative Manchester Graduate Intern 📅 Apply by 9pm, Sunday 6 September 👉 Full time, 12-month internship based in Manchester 📝 Apply here: ow.ly/2xlv50ZBrjZ Applicants must be graduating from UoM in 2026 or be a 2025 graduate.

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

📢 We are hiring: Interdisciplinary Research & Collections Engagement Officer 👉 Part time (21 hours per week), fixed term 2-year contract 📅 Apply by midnight on Monday 7 September Find out more and apply: ow.ly/IOG250ZHC4n

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Creative Manchester has appointed Professor Ana Carden-Coyne as Academic Research Lead for our new Activating Collections Research Theme to explore how our archives can inspire new research, partnerships and collaboration. Read more: ow.ly/Qpvw50ZHG78 School of Arts, Languages and Cultures

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

This year we are supporting the International Creative Research Methods Conference! The conference explores all things Creative Research Methods, with a series of workshops, performances and discussions. Helen Kara 👉https://creativeresearchmethods.com

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Last chance to view in the Samuel Alexander Glass Corridor: Irrepressible – celebrating 20 years of the Morgan Centre 📅 Until 2 September 📍 Glass Corridor Exhibition Space, Samuel Alexander Building. Open 9am – 5pm, weekdays University of Manchester Sociology Department Faculty of Humanities

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

📢 We are hiring: Creative Manchester Graduate Intern 📅 Apply by 9pm, Sunday 6 September 👉 Full time, 12-month internship based in Manchester 📝 Apply here: ow.ly/nQGp50ZCiNV Applicants must be graduating from UoM in 2026 or be a 2025 graduate.

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Nominations for the Black Futures Awards close in one week! Do you know a Black individual, leader or organisation in GM whose community impact, leadership, creativity, and enterprise within the Black community should be celebrated? 🔗You can nominate them via this link: ow.ly/JKBX50ZwY6j

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Now exhibiting in the Samuel Alexander Glass Corridor: Irrepressible – celebrating 20 years of the Morgan Centre 📅 Until 2 September, open to the public 9am – 5pm, weekdays 📍 Glass Corridor, Samuel Alexander Building University of Manchester Sociology Department Faculty of Humanities

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Nominations for the Black Futures Awards close in 2 weeks! Do you know a Black individual, leader or organisation in GM whose community impact, leadership, creativity, and enterprise within the Black community should be celebrated? 🔗You can nominate them via this link: ow.ly/JKBX50ZwY6j

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

As a result of the recent news, we have received an extraordinary number of messages, and it has been incredibly moving to read so many heartfelt expressions of support. www.jodrellbank.net/explore/stor...

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A message of Thanks from Jodrell Bank Observatory - Jodrell Bank

As a result of the recent news, we have received an extraordinary number of messages, and it has been incredibly moving to read so many heartfelt expressions of support.

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Jodrell Bank @jodrellbank.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

Jodrell Bank has inspired discovery, advanced our understanding of the Universe and captured the imagination of people across the world. Today, its future is at risk. Your support can help ensure Jodrell Bank continues to play a vital role in science donate.manchester.ac.uk/p/jodrellbank/

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

🎙 New episode of You Ought to Know out NOW! Karen Gabay talks with Soul legend and former Ikette PP Arnold, sharing her journey & collaborations. 🔗 Available on Youtube now (ow.ly/aOjp50ZrY7X)

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

Early bird registration closing tomorrow📢 We're delighted to support the Business and Modern Slavery Conference 2026 on 14th - 15th September 2026 at Alliance Manchester Business School! Early bird tickets available until 31/07: ow.ly/KMWc50ZoP7N More info: ow.ly/Evwn50ZoP7M

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

📢 Manchester City Council appoints new Director of Culture Congratulations to Jennifer Cleary, newly appointed Director of Culture and Creative Industries. A fantastic appointment, and we are looking forward to working with Jen in her new role. Read more: ow.ly/S5mM50Zu63l

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

One week until early bird registration closes📢 We're delighted to support the Business and Modern Slavery Conference 2026 on 14th - 15th September 2026 at Alliance Manchester Business School! Early bird tickets available until 31/07: ow.ly/KMWc50ZoP7N More info: ow.ly/Evwn50ZoP7M

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

🎙 New episode of You Ought to Know out 30 July 2026! Karen Gabay talks with Soul legend and former Ikette PP Arnold, sharing her journey & collaborations. 🔗 Available on Youtube in one week (ow.ly/aOjp50ZrY7X)

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

We're delighted to support the Business and Modern Slavery Conference 2026 taking place from 14th - 15th September 2026 at Alliance Manchester Business School! Early bird tickets available until 31/07: ow.ly/KMWc50ZoP7N More info: ow.ly/Evwn50ZoP7M

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Today Creative Manchester was delighted to host a research café on the systems that shape research culture. Researchers from the Whitworth Art Gallery, @thejohnrylands.bsky.social and The University of Manchester discussed the hidden and ‘soft’ infrastructure that shape collaborative research.

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Today we are at Manchester Museum exploring the project “housing with care and creativity with older LGBTQ people” We have art work created from research interviews by Len Grant. Participants from the project and the LGBTQ community in Manchester shared their experiences of housing.

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

📹We commissioned a film celebrating last month's Future of Opera: Human-AI Improvisation event & the partnerships between The University of Manchester, ENO & Operactive Arts, which made this workshop a reality. ow.ly/XrPq50ZjWUM Faculty of Humanities School of Arts, Languages and Cultures

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

We were delighted to host David Olusoga delivering the inaugural Frederick Douglass lecture, in partnership with the Manchester Lit & Phil and CARISMA. An audio recording of the talk will be uploaded to our YouTube channel soon, for anyone who would like to listen back.

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Today: Irrepressible – an exhibition celebrating 20 years of the Morgan Centre 📅 Weds 1 July, 4pm - 5:30pm 📍 South Foyer, Samuel Alexander Building 🎟️ Register: ow.ly/gZ1C50Z2cbt Faculty of Humanities University of Manchester School of Social Sciences Prof Sophie Woodward

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

#FestivalofLibraries, the county-wide celebration of Greater Manchester’s 133 libraries took place in June 2026. Creative Manchester hosted four incredible events, ranging from celebrating Jamaican Patwas to exploring children's literature through fruit, and writing to enhance wellbeing.

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

💭Professor John McAuliffe reflects on his tenure as Creative Manchester Director. He played a crucial role in taking the us from our beginnings in 2021 to being an integral part of the University’s 10-year ‘M2035 strategy’. Thank you for everything, John! Read more: ow.ly/y0Ka50ZiGRr

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

JOIN THE TEAM📢Postdoctoral Research Associate (Maternity Cover) 🗓️3 July 👉Full‑time for 9 months Want to contribute to interdisciplinary impact‑focused research? Apply to join our inclusive team & work with academic colleagues, cultural institutions & community partners. 🔗https://ow.ly/HPZ150ZckNV

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 26/06/2026

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Professor Michelle Phillips @michelle-phillips.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

The news is out! After 15 wonderful years at the Royal Northern College of Music, I’m excited to be taking up the role of Director of Creative Manchester at The University of Manchester. @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

Next week: Irrepressible – an exhibition celebrating 20 years of the Morgan Centre 📅 Weds 1 July, 4pm - 5:30pm 📍 South Foyer, Samuel Alexander Building 🎟️ Register: ow.ly/gZ1C50Z2cbt Faculty of Humanities University of Manchester School of Social Sciences Prof Sophie Woodward

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

Prof @michelle-phillips.bsky.social appointed as new Director of Creative Manchester, & Professor of Music She will lead the strategic direction & development of the University’s Creative Manchester interdisciplinary research platform. 🔗 www.manchester.ac.uk/about/news/c... @uomsalc.bsky.social

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Creative Manchester appoints new Director

Currently a Professor and Head of Enterprise (Academic) at the Royal Northern College of Music (RNCM), Michelle will take up her new roles on 14 September 2026.As Director, she will lead the strategic...

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 22/06/2026

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Creative Manchester @uomcreativemcr.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

We were delighted to host @davidolusoga.bsky.social for the inaugural Grederick Douglass lecture, in partnership with @manlitphil.bsky.social and carisma. Prof Olusoga was later joined in conversation by Prof Erinma Bell MBE DL to discuss Douglass’ life and ideas. An audience Q&A was also held.

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