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 Gay-themed gallery |
Brazil Street Brazil Street Manchester M1 3PJ United Kingdom +44 161 236 1004 |
Located on a secluded back street above the back entrance of the Metz Café Bar (via Blyth's Art Shop), this gallery is right in the heart of Manchester's Gay Village. Inside, the atmosphere is peaceful and serene with plenty of space to browse around. It displays and sells all kinds of original works of art, limited edition prints, sculptures, hand-painted glass and ceramics. They also hold exhibitions throughout the year and run regular workshops by well-known local artists. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Home of the Halle orchestra |
Lower Mosley Street Manchester M2 3WS United Kingdom +44 161 950 0000 http://www.bridgewater-hall.co... |
This fabulous £42 million building is one of the major landmarks of Manchester's economic and cultural regeneration. It boasts a state-of-the-art 2340 seat auditorium; home to the world-famous Halle Orchestra and the Manchester Philharmonic. The interior is starkly modern, with an enormous glass facade, high ceilings, brushed metal and chrome details. There is also a superb restaurant and some of the best corporate entertainment facilities in the city. Stop by the stylish gift shop if you're looking to buy greetings cards, music, jewelery or gifts. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Gallery featuring works by local artists |
82 Portland Street Manchester M1 - 4GX United Kingdom +44 161 236 2716 |
At the Colin Jellicoe Gallery visitors can see a variety of modern art from Northwest-based artists. The exhibitions include a wide range of modern and figurative pieces in the mediums of drawing, painting and graphics.A popular annual event to look out for is the Summer Exhibition, which features a large number of different artists and styles in rotation throughout the summer months. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Architecture & Design-Inspired Art |
113-115 Portland Street Manchester M1 6FB United Kingdom +44 161 295 5076 http://www.cube.org.uk |
A non-exclusive membership organisation, Cube targets the architectural and interior design industries for funding and its art reflects some of the more interesting work produced by these professions in Manchester.The main bulk of the work is displayed in sections 1, 2 and 3, the Now section previewing more outlandish items. There is also a children's gallery that attempts to explain these art forms to youngsters in a fun way. The work is exhibited in six week blocks and there is also a seminar space available for local companies to hire. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Manchester's private arthouse |
131 Portland Street Manchester M1 4PY United Kingdom +44 161 237 3551 |
This exciting private gallery offers a wide range of paintings and prints for sale or hire and runs regular exhibitions for purchase. It also stocks related gifts such as jigsaws of famous and favourite artworks, handmade designer greetings cards and a framing service which is available on request. They also run a vibrant Friends of the Gallery scheme which offers exclusive access to openings along with invitations to fine wine tastings and many other related events. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Popular casino in the heart of Chinatown |
35a George Street Manchester M1 4HQ United Kingdom +44 161 236 7121 |
Grosvenor own several large casino's in the centre of Manchester, this being their major operation located right in the middle of Chinatown. If it seems familiar it's because it was also used for the casino scenes in an episode of ITV's popular Cracker.Upon entering the richly decorated main gaming room you can play Black Jack, Roulette and Slots, or just soak up the atmosphere with the large number of Chinese patrons who regularly frequent the tables. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eight nights of popular classical music |
The Bridgewater Hall Lower Mosley Street Manchester M2 3WS United Kingdom +44 161 907 9000 http://www.bridgewater-hall.co... |
The Halle Pops season is eight separate nights of the best in classical and popular music with the legendary Carl Davis as conductor, taking the Halle Orchestra through a wide repertoire at the Bridgewater Hall. Evenings include Easter Parade with works from Handel, Vivaldi and more in March, The Great Escape, highlighting the Second World War through composers such as Walton and Bernstein during April, through to a live orchestral accompaniment to a showing of the silent movie epic - Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse at the end of May.Unsure of Dates Check Website Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Top contemporary productions |
Central Library St Peter's Square Manchester M2 5PD United Kingdom +44 161 236 7110 http://www.libtheatreco.org.uk/ |
Established in November 1952, the ethos of this award winning theatre within Manchester's Central Library is to provide the public with access to modern plays at reasonable prices to the highest possible standard. Along with the plays themselves, you can enjoy free guided tours and they even have exclusive deals with local restaurants and bars (including Citrus and Nico Central) to provide special, discounted pre-show dinners. There are also excellent disabled facilities for both the hearing and visually impaired. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The city's most prestigious art collection |
Mosley Street Manchester M2 3JL United Kingdom +44 161 235 8888 http://www.cityartgalleries.or... |
Within its impressive neo-Grecian surroundings, paintings, sculptures, ceramics and decorative arts abound - including an internationally famous collection of Pre-Raphaelite paintings. Landscape painters such as Stubbs, Gainsborough and Turner can also be found here. Other family-orientated facilities will include a cafe, restaurant, gift shop, information centre and children's gallery. the gallery has recently undergone a GBP25 million refurbishment. Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Open up this eclectic musical box |
65 Oxford Street Manchester M1 6FT United Kingdom +44 161 236 9971 |
The alter-ego of sister club Rock World, the Music Box takes the spacious basement floor of this eclectic club complex and fills it with a mixture of dance music and live bands. Although the standard matt black decor is basic and the main room is more reminiscent of an aircraft hangar, the addition of lighting, projections and coloured drapes soon transforms the atmosphere. From mid-week onwards you can catch a diverse and popular mixture of nights and sounds from pure techno and break-beat through to samba and world dance. There are even occasional forays into live music and contemporary arts, with alternative theatre groups and events from such Manchester iconoclasts as The Divine David. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 A celebration of celluloid |
47-49 Chorlton Street 47-49 Chorlton Street Manchester, GB M1 3FY United Kingdom +44 161 247 3097 http://www.nwfa.mmu.ac.uk/ |
This film archive facility is part of the library service of the Manchester Metropolitan University. It houses 25,000 items from the pioneer days of film - dating from the mid 1890s - to the digital video productions of the present day. It has over twenty years experience in providing a commercial service to TV companies in the UK and abroad - in addition the public can make appointments to view cinema reels, documentaries, advertising and promotional material for research purposes. Note that viewing is by prior appointment only. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Enjoy this uniquely diverse event |
Oldham Street Manchester M1 United Kingdom +44 161 834 5143 |
Over the last few years, Manchester's Northern Quarter - Oldham Street and its environs - has seen an explosion in cultural and creative talent which this annual street party celebrates in style. It's a free one day music event - on the first Sunday of August - that highlights this huge diversity, from live bands in Stevenson Square to DJs on Tib Street plus sound systems, skate boarding and breakdancing. Don't worry if all that isn't your scene. All the cafes, shops and businesses in the area are encouraged to get involved so there is always something for everyone. Dates are subject to change. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Good old-fashioned picture house |
Oxford Street Manchester M1 4PD United Kingdom http://www.odeon.co.uk/ |
This large, traditional-style cinema - complete with typical, plush red carpeting - has 7 screens showing all the major general release films, along with an occasional selection of more obscure, art house movies. The cinema is very popular with both the local student population and families due to its prime location and close proximity to many of the best City Centre restaurants and bars, making it a convenient option if you want a drink or meal afterwards. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Magnificent theatrical landmark |
Oxford Street Manchester M1 6FT United Kingdom +44 870 401 3000 http://www.getlive.co.uk/ |
Affectionately known as the Grand Old Lady of Oxford Street, the Palace Theatre is an imposing 1,998 capacity Victorian theatre that originally opened its doors to the public in July 1891. It lends itself to larger productions of touring plays, opera, ballet and popular musicals such as Phantom of the Operaand Les Miserables. Inside, the auditorium is decorated in the classical style, with lots of gilded features and plush deep red velvet upholstery. There are 2 steep-sided upper tiers, stalls and several ornate boxes, giving the whole place a feeling of good old-fashioned grand opulence. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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19th-century books and regular exhibitions |
57 Mosley Street Manchester M2 3HY United Kingdom +44 161 236 6785 |
Founded in 1806, this beautiful Georgian private subscription library, right in the heart of the city centre, is perfect if you are looking for somewhere to reflect in peace and quiet, away from the busy world outside. Its 25,000 plus rare volumes are mainly 19th-century fiction, travel, history and biographies. The library is open to the public - you need to ring the bell to gain entry - and art and book exhibitions are held here on a monthly basis. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Hosts regular 20th century art exhibitions |
14a Tib Lane Manchester M2 4JA United Kingdom +44 (0)161 834 6928 |
This exclusive independent gallery hides down a secluded backwater close to Deansgate. It hosts many different 20th century and contemporary styles, including watercolours, bronzes, paintings and drawings, all displayed on natural wood panelled walls. The gallery regularly hosts solo exhibitions by local and national artists, as well as mixed and themed displays of all kinds. Details about forthcoming shows are available by contacting the reception. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Live music and quality food |
Sackville Street Manchester M1 3WF United Kingdom +44 161 236 8300 http://www.tribeca-bar.co.uk/ |
A welcome addition to Manchester's Gay Village, Tribeca is a free admission live music café bar with a loyal following from Canal Street and beyond. The surroundings are light, modern and airy during the day but the lighting is low in the evening. There is a long bar and comfy sofas in the centre of the ground-floor room, and a balcony area and small dance area at the far end. Good quality food (such as Thai king prawn green curry at around EUR9 per head) is available all day, every day until 10pm. There is a reasonable wine list and the range of bottled beers and cocktails is huge. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quality contemporary exhibitions |
Richmond Street Manchester M1 3WB United Kingdom +44 161 288 2727 |
Like many of the café bars in the city centre nowadays, this lesbian friendly place houses some great contemporary exhibitions that are changed about five times a year. Vanilla displays work by artists from all over the country and abroad. A really nice setting, just off Canal Street, but still in the centre of the Gay Village, it is a great place to just quietly sip your drink and appreciate some top quality paintings. While if you are looking to eat, Vanilla also offers a selection of contemporary flavoured light snacks and meals from lunchtime to early evening. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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