L I V E P E R F O R M A N C E I N B U RY
A visit to Automatic Lounge is a truly unique experience. Situated next to The Met, we offer simple, delicious food at reasonable prices, and now boast an extensive wine list. We believe in the importance of relaxation as an essential part of today's busy lifestyle, and our comfortable couches and friendly staff are a true testament to this. Whether you are snacking on one of our Ciabatta melts, enjoying a dish from our exclusive signature range, or just popping in for a quick coffee, Automatic is the place to be.
MOVING TOWARDS THE WEEKEND On Thursday nights we bring Bombay to Bury, with the most amazing curries you'll ever get to taste, cooked to order using traditional methods. Friday and Saturday evenings we wind you down with an eclectic mix of smooth grooves and classic chill out tunes, while on Sundays DJ Den{vibes} is the host of the evening. Whatever the time, whatever the occasion, a visit to Automatic is always an enjoyable experience. Try us, you might like us... Opening Times Mon-Sat 10am - 11pm Sun 12noon - 10.30pm Food Served Mon-Weds until 9pm Thurs-Sat until 10pm Sun until 9pm
Including RAMSBOTTOM RHYTHM & BLUES FESTIVAL
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performance in
Bury
CONTEMPORARY PERFORMANCE IN A CLASSIC SETTING The Met is based in a beautiful Victorian building in Bury town centre. MAIN THEATRE From seated theatre and concerts to dance floor filled gigs. The Met is a performing arts organisation based in an impressive Victorian building in Bury, just north of Manchester. We aim to present a mix of contemporary and classic theatre, music and comedy sourced regionally and touring nationally and internationally. As a small scale fringe venue, we are able to present new and exciting artists who invariably go on to become household names or - at the very least established artists performing to sell out audiences all over the world. In the past, audiences at The Met have enjoyed a pre-Partridge Steve Coogan, legendary performances by Joy Division, New Order and The Pixies, preElbow Elbow, pre-Hollywood Lee Evans and live music and theatre that leaves people inspired and enriched. With the assistance of our funders and sponsors, we are able to maintain affordable The Met is run by Bury Metropolitan Arts Association, a company limited by guarantee (No. 2370868) and a registered charity (No. 701879).
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THE MET
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
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prices for our events to enable everyone to come and sample our programme. We are committed to offering first class, enjoyable live entertainment - we only ask that you commit to coming to see it! Enjoy our brochure; there are events for music lovers, comedy fans, drama addicts and families. There are details of workshops and developmental work that The Met is involved in around Bury and information on where we are and how to get here.
THE MET EASY ACCESS We aim to ensure that anyone with access requirements can enjoy The Met: • Main Entrance accessible from street by a ramp. • Accessible toilet on ground floor. • Studio Theatre (ground floor) is a venue with no steps. • Main Theatre (first floor) fully accessible by lift. • Magnetic induction hearing loop for events available upon request. • Our front of house staff are available to assist you. • Complimentary tickets for helpers and escorts. • Guide dogs welcome. This brochure is available in large print, Braille or audio. Call us on 0161 761 7107 for details.
STUDIO THEATRE Workshops and intimate performances.
FOYER / STAIRCASE A memorable and stunning entrance.
AUTOMATIC Pre-show suppers, daytime coffee or late night cocktails in a relaxed, contemporary atmosphere. THEATRE BAR Open from an hour before the performance. Drinks may be taken into the auditorium. THEATRE GALLERY Exhibitions of work by exciting local artists add to the pre-show atmosphere.
LADIES GENTS LIFT
THEATRE GALLERY
MAIN THEATRE
FIRST FLOOR
THEATRE BAR
STUDIO THEATRE
GROUND FLOOR LIFT ENTRANCE
AUTOMATIC
TICKET OFFICE / TOURIST INFO
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performance in
Bury
CONTEMPORARY PERFORMANCE IN A CLASSIC SETTING The Met is based in a beautiful Victorian building in Bury town centre. MAIN THEATRE From seated theatre and concerts to dance floor filled gigs. The Met is a performing arts organisation based in an impressive Victorian building in Bury, just north of Manchester. We aim to present a mix of contemporary and classic theatre, music and comedy sourced regionally and touring nationally and internationally. As a small scale fringe venue, we are able to present new and exciting artists who invariably go on to become household names or - at the very least established artists performing to sell out audiences all over the world. In the past, audiences at The Met have enjoyed a pre-Partridge Steve Coogan, legendary performances by Joy Division, New Order and The Pixies, preElbow Elbow, pre-Hollywood Lee Evans and live music and theatre that leaves people inspired and enriched. With the assistance of our funders and sponsors, we are able to maintain affordable The Met is run by Bury Metropolitan Arts Association, a company limited by guarantee (No. 2370868) and a registered charity (No. 701879).
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THE MET
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
Promoting
prices for our events to enable everyone to come and sample our programme. We are committed to offering first class, enjoyable live entertainment - we only ask that you commit to coming to see it! Enjoy our brochure; there are events for music lovers, comedy fans, drama addicts and families. There are details of workshops and developmental work that The Met is involved in around Bury and information on where we are and how to get here.
THE MET EASY ACCESS We aim to ensure that anyone with access requirements can enjoy The Met: • Main Entrance accessible from street by a ramp. • Accessible toilet on ground floor. • Studio Theatre (ground floor) is a venue with no steps. • Main Theatre (first floor) fully accessible by lift. • Magnetic induction hearing loop for events available upon request. • Our front of house staff are available to assist you. • Complimentary tickets for helpers and escorts. • Guide dogs welcome. This brochure is available in large print, Braille or audio. Call us on 0161 761 7107 for details.
STUDIO THEATRE Workshops and intimate performances.
FOYER / STAIRCASE A memorable and stunning entrance.
AUTOMATIC Pre-show suppers, daytime coffee or late night cocktails in a relaxed, contemporary atmosphere. THEATRE BAR Open from an hour before the performance. Drinks may be taken into the auditorium. THEATRE GALLERY Exhibitions of work by exciting local artists add to the pre-show atmosphere.
LADIES GENTS LIFT
THEATRE GALLERY
MAIN THEATRE
FIRST FLOOR
THEATRE BAR
STUDIO THEATRE
GROUND FLOOR LIFT ENTRANCE
AUTOMATIC
TICKET OFFICE / TOURIST INFO
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C H I L D R E N ’ S T H E AT R E
SAT 14 FEBRUARY
THURS 19 FEBRUARY
Musiculture @ The Met
M6 Theatre Company
Los Pacaminos take their inspiration from the music of the Texas/Mexico border country - that magical Spaghetti Western world of twanging guitars and Tequila fuelled vocals. Leading the band is none other than eighties soul superstar Paul Young, one of Britain’s best loved vocalists.
M6 Theatre Company returns to The Met with a lively and honest look at conflicts between parents and teenagers. Using a specially commissioned soundtrack and a highly visual, physical style, Spark tells a powerful, emotional story of young people in the process of change.
Standing event
www.m6theatre.co.uk
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
LOS PACAMINOS
On stage Tickets
SPARK
8.30pm £15 £12 concession
On stage Tickets
2pm £7 £5 concession
R‘N’B
THURS 4 MARCH
THE RED LEMONS
THE HAMSTERS
Met favourites The Red Lemons return with a set overflowing with soul and R’n’B classics great dance numbers, including songs made famous by Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, James Brown and the Blues Brothers!
Established blues-rock trio The Hamsters return to The Met to showcase material from their new album “Open All Hours” as well as playing their acclaimed interpretations of the music of Jimi Hendrix and ZZ Top.
Standing event
“One of Britain’s very best live bands” Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2
Proceeds from this benefit go to Give Us A Break (YHA Charity)
Standing event
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
03
8pm £10 £8 concession
FRI 12 MARCH
BOB FOX Bob Fox’s material ranges from the traditional songs of his native north east to contemporary classics, delivered with a warm rich voice and accomplished finger-picking guitar style. Bob has been on the UK folk scene for over twenty-five years. His most recent album Borrowed Moments has won him enthusiastic reviews and two BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominations. “...one of the best voices in England” Ralph McTell www.bobfoxmusic.com
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10
8pm £10 £8 concession C O M E DY
RO C K & P O P
SAT 21 FEBRUARY
On stage Tickets
F O L K RO OT S
F E B R UA RY - M A R C H
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
WO R L D RO OT S
At ElizabBury et Suite han
FRI 12 MARCH
The Met and Lock ‘n Load present
BIG VALUE COMEDY 8
Bury’s biggest, brightest, and only comedy night careers into the Spring with compere Toby Hadoke at the wheel. In the back seat are Louis Martin, Jonathon Paylor and Lee Grounds with John Bishop up front. Sponsored by BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £8 £6 concession 04
C H I L D R E N ’ S T H E AT R E
SAT 14 FEBRUARY
THURS 19 FEBRUARY
Musiculture @ The Met
M6 Theatre Company
Los Pacaminos take their inspiration from the music of the Texas/Mexico border country - that magical Spaghetti Western world of twanging guitars and Tequila fuelled vocals. Leading the band is none other than eighties soul superstar Paul Young, one of Britain’s best loved vocalists.
M6 Theatre Company returns to The Met with a lively and honest look at conflicts between parents and teenagers. Using a specially commissioned soundtrack and a highly visual, physical style, Spark tells a powerful, emotional story of young people in the process of change.
Standing event
www.m6theatre.co.uk
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
LOS PACAMINOS
On stage Tickets
SPARK
8.30pm £15 £12 concession
On stage Tickets
2pm £7 £5 concession
R‘N’B
THURS 4 MARCH
THE RED LEMONS
THE HAMSTERS
Met favourites The Red Lemons return with a set overflowing with soul and R’n’B classics great dance numbers, including songs made famous by Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, James Brown and the Blues Brothers!
Established blues-rock trio The Hamsters return to The Met to showcase material from their new album “Open All Hours” as well as playing their acclaimed interpretations of the music of Jimi Hendrix and ZZ Top.
Standing event
“One of Britain’s very best live bands” Bob Harris, BBC Radio 2
Proceeds from this benefit go to Give Us A Break (YHA Charity)
Standing event
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
03
8pm £10 £8 concession
FRI 12 MARCH
BOB FOX Bob Fox’s material ranges from the traditional songs of his native north east to contemporary classics, delivered with a warm rich voice and accomplished finger-picking guitar style. Bob has been on the UK folk scene for over twenty-five years. His most recent album Borrowed Moments has won him enthusiastic reviews and two BBC Radio 2 Folk Award nominations. “...one of the best voices in England” Ralph McTell www.bobfoxmusic.com
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10
8pm £10 £8 concession C O M E DY
RO C K & P O P
SAT 21 FEBRUARY
On stage Tickets
F O L K RO OT S
F E B R UA RY - M A R C H
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
WO R L D RO OT S
At ElizabBury et Suite han
FRI 12 MARCH
The Met and Lock ‘n Load present
BIG VALUE COMEDY 8
Bury’s biggest, brightest, and only comedy night careers into the Spring with compere Toby Hadoke at the wheel. In the back seat are Louis Martin, Jonathon Paylor and Lee Grounds with John Bishop up front. Sponsored by BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £8 £6 concession 04
FRI 19 MARCH
FRI 2 APRIL
Jacqui McShee’s
THE ANIMALS AND FRIENDS
PENTANGLE
The Animals, were one of the ‘60s most popular rock groups, releasing many UK and US chart topping singles. In this concert original members of the band are joined by ex-members of The Kinks, Argent and The Swinging Blue Jeans for an explosive celebration of the greatest British rock and blues hits of the sixties.
On stage Tickets
8pm £12 £10 concession
RO C K & P O P
FRI 19 MARCH
ORIGIN, WATERSHED & WITHOUT REASON
05
SAT 20 MARCH 1000 Watt Club presents
BIG ROCK SATURDAY
Our first Big Rock gig is headlined by super-heavy numetalers I-(def)-I. Also featured are local champions of the emo scene More Than Here and energetic alt-rockers Two Days To Mend with support in the form of local favourites Know Your Enemy.
Standing Event
Standing event
For over 18s only.
For over 16s only.
STUDIO THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £4
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
www.jacquimcshee.co.uk
RO C K & P O P
The Met’s first indie night of the season and this is Manchester style rock at it’s best! Headliners Origin’s traditional back-tobasics Brit-pop is complimented perfectly by Watershed’s more complex indie rhythms. With support from Without Reason.
8.30pm £4
The original Pentangle was one of the most creative and innovative bands on the folk scene in the late ’60s. Reincarnated with the unique vocal talent of Jacqui McShee at the fore, the band continues to produce the gorgeous fusion of folk, blues, jazz and other influences that made them pioneers. Support comes from rising young star Kellie While.
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
F O L K RO OT S
MARCH - APRIL
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
RO C K & P O P
8.30pm £14 £12 concession
JAZZ
C O M E DY
FRI 2 APRIL
FRI 2 APRIL
THE SUE BARRON JAZZ QUARTET
BIG VALUE COMEDY 9
Formed at the end of 2002, The Sue Barron Jazz Quartet have a varied repertoire of jazz standards - classic songs made famous by Nina Simone, Billy Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald, latin and swing numbers, and a smattering of blues.
The Met and Lock ‘n’ Load Present
Master chef Bill Woodward cooks up a comedy feast using a dash of Shazia Mirza, a hint of Mike Wilkinson, a spoonful of Rob Hitchmough, topped and seasoned with Anthony J Brown. At ElizabBury Sponsored by et Suite han
www.geocities.com/suebarronjazzquartet STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £6
BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £8 £6 concession 06
FRI 19 MARCH
FRI 2 APRIL
Jacqui McShee’s
THE ANIMALS AND FRIENDS
PENTANGLE
The Animals, were one of the ‘60s most popular rock groups, releasing many UK and US chart topping singles. In this concert original members of the band are joined by ex-members of The Kinks, Argent and The Swinging Blue Jeans for an explosive celebration of the greatest British rock and blues hits of the sixties.
On stage Tickets
8pm £12 £10 concession
RO C K & P O P
FRI 19 MARCH
ORIGIN, WATERSHED & WITHOUT REASON
05
SAT 20 MARCH 1000 Watt Club presents
BIG ROCK SATURDAY
Our first Big Rock gig is headlined by super-heavy numetalers I-(def)-I. Also featured are local champions of the emo scene More Than Here and energetic alt-rockers Two Days To Mend with support in the form of local favourites Know Your Enemy.
Standing Event
Standing event
For over 18s only.
For over 16s only.
STUDIO THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £4
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
www.jacquimcshee.co.uk
RO C K & P O P
The Met’s first indie night of the season and this is Manchester style rock at it’s best! Headliners Origin’s traditional back-tobasics Brit-pop is complimented perfectly by Watershed’s more complex indie rhythms. With support from Without Reason.
8.30pm £4
The original Pentangle was one of the most creative and innovative bands on the folk scene in the late ’60s. Reincarnated with the unique vocal talent of Jacqui McShee at the fore, the band continues to produce the gorgeous fusion of folk, blues, jazz and other influences that made them pioneers. Support comes from rising young star Kellie While.
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
F O L K RO OT S
MARCH - APRIL
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
RO C K & P O P
8.30pm £14 £12 concession
JAZZ
C O M E DY
FRI 2 APRIL
FRI 2 APRIL
THE SUE BARRON JAZZ QUARTET
BIG VALUE COMEDY 9
Formed at the end of 2002, The Sue Barron Jazz Quartet have a varied repertoire of jazz standards - classic songs made famous by Nina Simone, Billy Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald, latin and swing numbers, and a smattering of blues.
The Met and Lock ‘n’ Load Present
Master chef Bill Woodward cooks up a comedy feast using a dash of Shazia Mirza, a hint of Mike Wilkinson, a spoonful of Rob Hitchmough, topped and seasoned with Anthony J Brown. At ElizabBury Sponsored by et Suite han
www.geocities.com/suebarronjazzquartet STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £6
BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £8 £6 concession 06
RO C K & P O P
WEDS 7 APRIL
THURS 8 APRIL
The Puppet Lab
EACH PEACH PEAR PLUM
ALL ABOUT EVE
Janet and Allen Alhburg’s famous story is transformed into a magical puppet show for 3-6 year olds. Music and songs bring to life nursery rhyme characters such as Tom Thumb, The Three Bears and Jack & Jill who are on their way to Mother Hubbard’s house to eat plum pie!
All About Eve arose out of the 80’s goth scene and their energetic, folk-rock take on the style was so popular that they achieved a top ten hit with Martha’s Harbour. The band recently reformed for an acoustic tour. Now they are back plugged in for their show at The Met.
www.puppet-lab.com
Standing event
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
Plus Special Guests
2pm & 4pm £6 £4 concession £16 Family of 4
On stage Tickets
FRI 9 APRIL
THE KING BEES Plus Support The King Bees kick off a regular blues and Americana night in The Met’s studio. Artists to be confirmed, the nights take place on Friday 30th April, Friday 11th June and Friday 23rd July. For more blues see Connie Lush on 21 May and the Ramsbottom Rhythm & Blues Festival in June. STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £4
THURS 15 APRIL
MARTIN SIMPSON Martin Simpson is one of the world’s premier acoustic guitarists, a powerful songwriter and fine singer. His playing is idiosyncratic, instantly recognizable, and revered among guitar fans. His work encompasses all types of traditional and acoustic music. His collaborations have included June Tabor and Jackson Browne. His last visit to The Met won City Life’s award for best folk gig of 2001. www.martinsimpson.com
8.30pm £13
BLUES
07
F O L K RO OT S
APRIL
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
C H I L D R E N ’ S T H E AT R E
On stage Tickets
YO U N G U R B A N
TUES 13 APRIL
URBAN NITE A very very special event, Urban Nite brings you the best in up and coming hip-hop, garage, soul, r’n’b and basement sounds from around the UK. Standing event 13-17 years only
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7pm £5
MAIN THEATRE
8pm £10 £8 concession
C H I L D R E N ’ S T H E AT R E
FRI 16 APRIL Parachute Theatre
BRER RABBIT Much loved stories with the rascally rabbit and other favourite characters. Watch Brer Rabbit tricking wily Brer Fox, bumbly Brer Bear and several very clever Brer Tortoise’s. Listen to the stories, with live music and silly sound effects. Enjoy daft and visual humour. Great puppets, lovely scenery and lots of fun make this a must see! show for all the family.
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
2pm £6 £4 concession £16 family of 4
RO C K & P O P
FRI 16 APRIL
SIRENS Plus Special Guests Popular local indie stars Sirens showcase songs from their new EP. www.sirensmusic.co.uk
STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £4
08
RO C K & P O P
WEDS 7 APRIL
THURS 8 APRIL
The Puppet Lab
EACH PEACH PEAR PLUM
ALL ABOUT EVE
Janet and Allen Alhburg’s famous story is transformed into a magical puppet show for 3-6 year olds. Music and songs bring to life nursery rhyme characters such as Tom Thumb, The Three Bears and Jack & Jill who are on their way to Mother Hubbard’s house to eat plum pie!
All About Eve arose out of the 80’s goth scene and their energetic, folk-rock take on the style was so popular that they achieved a top ten hit with Martha’s Harbour. The band recently reformed for an acoustic tour. Now they are back plugged in for their show at The Met.
www.puppet-lab.com
Standing event
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
Plus Special Guests
2pm & 4pm £6 £4 concession £16 Family of 4
On stage Tickets
FRI 9 APRIL
THE KING BEES Plus Support The King Bees kick off a regular blues and Americana night in The Met’s studio. Artists to be confirmed, the nights take place on Friday 30th April, Friday 11th June and Friday 23rd July. For more blues see Connie Lush on 21 May and the Ramsbottom Rhythm & Blues Festival in June. STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £4
THURS 15 APRIL
MARTIN SIMPSON Martin Simpson is one of the world’s premier acoustic guitarists, a powerful songwriter and fine singer. His playing is idiosyncratic, instantly recognizable, and revered among guitar fans. His work encompasses all types of traditional and acoustic music. His collaborations have included June Tabor and Jackson Browne. His last visit to The Met won City Life’s award for best folk gig of 2001. www.martinsimpson.com
8.30pm £13
BLUES
07
F O L K RO OT S
APRIL
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
C H I L D R E N ’ S T H E AT R E
On stage Tickets
YO U N G U R B A N
TUES 13 APRIL
URBAN NITE A very very special event, Urban Nite brings you the best in up and coming hip-hop, garage, soul, r’n’b and basement sounds from around the UK. Standing event 13-17 years only
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7pm £5
MAIN THEATRE
8pm £10 £8 concession
C H I L D R E N ’ S T H E AT R E
FRI 16 APRIL Parachute Theatre
BRER RABBIT Much loved stories with the rascally rabbit and other favourite characters. Watch Brer Rabbit tricking wily Brer Fox, bumbly Brer Bear and several very clever Brer Tortoise’s. Listen to the stories, with live music and silly sound effects. Enjoy daft and visual humour. Great puppets, lovely scenery and lots of fun make this a must see! show for all the family.
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
2pm £6 £4 concession £16 family of 4
RO C K & P O P
FRI 16 APRIL
SIRENS Plus Special Guests Popular local indie stars Sirens showcase songs from their new EP. www.sirensmusic.co.uk
STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £4
08
SAT 17 APRIL
COMIC OPERA
TUES 20 - SAT 24 APRIL
The Angel Brothers and Satnam Singh
FROM PUNJAB TO PIT TOP
Prestwich Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society
HOT MIKADO
“Glorious! Pick of The Week!” Andy Kershaw, Radio 3 The Angel Brothers and Satnam Singh combine Indian folk music with western grooves, percussion, traditional tunes and acoustic guitar to create a unique chilled out anglo-asian dance sound.
An outrageously entertaining jazz, rock and swing version of Gilbert and Sullivan’s most famous operetta, performed by the talented amateurs of PADOS.
www.angelsingh.co.uk MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
MAIN THEATRE
8.30pm £12 £10 concession
On stage Tickets
7.30pm Sat Matinee 2.30pm £9 £7 concession
TA L K
THURS 29 APRIL MsFits Theatre Company
WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A T JUNCTION
F O L K RO OT S
FRI 30 APRIL
MARK RADCLIFFE & THE FAMILY MAHONE
Three women, three generations, three agendas, one lapse of concentration, all it takes to reduce a grown AA man to tears! When their cars collide at a T junction, three very different lives get as entangled as their bumpers in an hilarious and poignant new comedy drama from The MsFits.
Raise your glasses and get your dancing feet on as raucous folk combo The Family Mahone come to The Met. In the spirit of The Pogues, the boys, led by drummer and vocalist ‘DJ’ (aka Radio 1’s Mark Radcliffe of Mark and Lard) treat us to a night of riotous and hilarious drinking songs from Ireland, England and Scotland.
STUDIO THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £8 £6 concession
On stage Tickets
RO C K & P O P
F O L K RO OT S
8.30pm £8
C O M E DY / T H E AT R E
WEDS 28 APRIL
THURS 29 APRIL
SAT 1 MAY
THURS 6 MAY
AN AUDIENCE WITH ANN WIDDECOMBE
NICK HARPER
MOSTLY AUTUMN
EXTRA HAPPY HAPPY
Nick Harper is a highly accomplished guitarist to whom the term virtuoso truly belongs. In addition to his music, Nick has a distinctive and soulful voice, and a great talent in the art of original songwriting. While his songs can be intense and emotionally charged, in concert Nick is relaxed, spontaneous and always enthralling.
Mostly Autumn play powerful atmospheric rock with a Celtic edge, influenced by Pink Floyd, Deep Purple and Genesis, and reminiscent of 70’s Fleetwood Mac. The result is a superb blend of melodic rock produced by seven talented musicians at the peak of their powers.
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
Larger-than-life politician and novelist Ann Widdecombe has delighted Conservative Associations across the land with her witty and controversial speeches. Now she brings her show to the general public. Whether you love or loathe her politics, Ann remains one of parliament’s true characters! MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
09
C O M E DY / T H E AT R E
8pm £14 £12 concession
On stage Tickets
8pm £8 £6 concession
Standing event www.mostly-autumn.com
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10 advance £12 on the door
A P R I L - M AY
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
WO R L D RO OT S
Big Wow Theatre Company
Set in the small world of modern travel, Extra Happy Happy is an irreverent show about one man’s quest to find a better place. Big Wow Theatre Company follow Spike Theatre and Rejects Revenge out of Liverpool onto the National theatre circuit with amusingly creative and exciting performance. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £8 £6 concession 10
SAT 17 APRIL
COMIC OPERA
TUES 20 - SAT 24 APRIL
The Angel Brothers and Satnam Singh
FROM PUNJAB TO PIT TOP
Prestwich Amateur Dramatic and Operatic Society
HOT MIKADO
“Glorious! Pick of The Week!” Andy Kershaw, Radio 3 The Angel Brothers and Satnam Singh combine Indian folk music with western grooves, percussion, traditional tunes and acoustic guitar to create a unique chilled out anglo-asian dance sound.
An outrageously entertaining jazz, rock and swing version of Gilbert and Sullivan’s most famous operetta, performed by the talented amateurs of PADOS.
www.angelsingh.co.uk MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
MAIN THEATRE
8.30pm £12 £10 concession
On stage Tickets
7.30pm Sat Matinee 2.30pm £9 £7 concession
TA L K
THURS 29 APRIL MsFits Theatre Company
WOMEN ON THE VERGE OF A T JUNCTION
F O L K RO OT S
FRI 30 APRIL
MARK RADCLIFFE & THE FAMILY MAHONE
Three women, three generations, three agendas, one lapse of concentration, all it takes to reduce a grown AA man to tears! When their cars collide at a T junction, three very different lives get as entangled as their bumpers in an hilarious and poignant new comedy drama from The MsFits.
Raise your glasses and get your dancing feet on as raucous folk combo The Family Mahone come to The Met. In the spirit of The Pogues, the boys, led by drummer and vocalist ‘DJ’ (aka Radio 1’s Mark Radcliffe of Mark and Lard) treat us to a night of riotous and hilarious drinking songs from Ireland, England and Scotland.
STUDIO THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £8 £6 concession
On stage Tickets
RO C K & P O P
F O L K RO OT S
8.30pm £8
C O M E DY / T H E AT R E
WEDS 28 APRIL
THURS 29 APRIL
SAT 1 MAY
THURS 6 MAY
AN AUDIENCE WITH ANN WIDDECOMBE
NICK HARPER
MOSTLY AUTUMN
EXTRA HAPPY HAPPY
Nick Harper is a highly accomplished guitarist to whom the term virtuoso truly belongs. In addition to his music, Nick has a distinctive and soulful voice, and a great talent in the art of original songwriting. While his songs can be intense and emotionally charged, in concert Nick is relaxed, spontaneous and always enthralling.
Mostly Autumn play powerful atmospheric rock with a Celtic edge, influenced by Pink Floyd, Deep Purple and Genesis, and reminiscent of 70’s Fleetwood Mac. The result is a superb blend of melodic rock produced by seven talented musicians at the peak of their powers.
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
Larger-than-life politician and novelist Ann Widdecombe has delighted Conservative Associations across the land with her witty and controversial speeches. Now she brings her show to the general public. Whether you love or loathe her politics, Ann remains one of parliament’s true characters! MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
09
C O M E DY / T H E AT R E
8pm £14 £12 concession
On stage Tickets
8pm £8 £6 concession
Standing event www.mostly-autumn.com
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10 advance £12 on the door
A P R I L - M AY
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WO R L D RO OT S
Big Wow Theatre Company
Set in the small world of modern travel, Extra Happy Happy is an irreverent show about one man’s quest to find a better place. Big Wow Theatre Company follow Spike Theatre and Rejects Revenge out of Liverpool onto the National theatre circuit with amusingly creative and exciting performance. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £8 £6 concession 10
C O M E DY
FRI 7 MAY
FRI 7 MAY
SUN 9 MAY
LINDISFARNE ACOUSTIC
BIG VALUE COMEDY 10
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS
Lindisfarne gave their farewell performance last November however, here’s a final opportunity to see them in action as Rod Clements, Billy Mitchell and Dave HullDenholm come to The Met as Lindisfarne Acoustic. Don’t miss your chance to hear favourites like Fog on the Tyne one more time!
Comedy artist Toby Hadoke paints the perfect picture with this delicate blend of Neil Magee, Dom Woodward and Mike Wilkinson in a variety of shades of hilarity. Framed by Smug Roberts. At Sponsored by ElizabBury et Suite han
Mugenkyo are Europe’s foremost exponents of Taiko, the art of Japanese drumming. They combine delicate flute, and gentle bells with the powerful rhythms of huge Taiko drums, creating a visually spellbinding display of grace, choreography and athleticism.
MAIN THEATRE
BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
The Met and Lock ‘n’ Load Present
8.30pm £15 £12 concession
On stage Tickets
“...exhilarating to behold” Glasgow Herald
8.30pm £8 £6 concession
JAZZ
On stage Tickets
RO C K & P O P
7.30pm £12 £9 concession
F O L K RO OT S
RO C K & P O P
FRI 7 MAY
SAT 8 MAY
WEDS 12 MAY
FRI 14 MAY
THE ANTIQUE SIX JAZZBAND
WHOLE LOTTA LED
BRASS MONKEY
JUPITAR SANDS & STRANGE DAYS
Stylish traditional jazz influenced by musicians such as Louis Armstrong, Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver and the Revivalist bands of the ‘40s. The Antique Six Jazzband has an impressive line-up of festival and Jazz Club appearances in the UK and abroad.
Tribute band Whole Lotta Led reproduce the whole spectrum of Led Zeppelin material, from thunderous anthems like Dazed and Confused to tranquil acoustic numbers such as The Battle of Evermore - and, of course, the classic Stairway to Heaven.
Jupitar Sands return to The Met with their popular brand of hard rocking indie featuring songs from their self-titled EP. They are supported by harmonic indie-tinged rockers Strange Days who are just returning home from their recent UK tour.
Standing event
Brass Monkey combine traditional instruments with trumpet and trombone to create a wonderfully original folk-music-meets-brass sound. Featuring players of the calibre of Martin Carthy and John Kirkpatrick, its no surprise that Brass Monkey is one of the most highly acclaimed folk groups around.
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
STUDIO THEATRE
www.antiquesixjazzband.com STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
11
WO R L D RO OT S
M AY
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F O L K RO OT S
8pm £6
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10
On stage Tickets
8pm £12 £10 concession
Standing event This event is for over 18s only.
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £4
12
C O M E DY
FRI 7 MAY
FRI 7 MAY
SUN 9 MAY
LINDISFARNE ACOUSTIC
BIG VALUE COMEDY 10
MUGENKYO TAIKO DRUMMERS
Lindisfarne gave their farewell performance last November however, here’s a final opportunity to see them in action as Rod Clements, Billy Mitchell and Dave HullDenholm come to The Met as Lindisfarne Acoustic. Don’t miss your chance to hear favourites like Fog on the Tyne one more time!
Comedy artist Toby Hadoke paints the perfect picture with this delicate blend of Neil Magee, Dom Woodward and Mike Wilkinson in a variety of shades of hilarity. Framed by Smug Roberts. At Sponsored by ElizabBury et Suite han
Mugenkyo are Europe’s foremost exponents of Taiko, the art of Japanese drumming. They combine delicate flute, and gentle bells with the powerful rhythms of huge Taiko drums, creating a visually spellbinding display of grace, choreography and athleticism.
MAIN THEATRE
BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
The Met and Lock ‘n’ Load Present
8.30pm £15 £12 concession
On stage Tickets
“...exhilarating to behold” Glasgow Herald
8.30pm £8 £6 concession
JAZZ
On stage Tickets
RO C K & P O P
7.30pm £12 £9 concession
F O L K RO OT S
RO C K & P O P
FRI 7 MAY
SAT 8 MAY
WEDS 12 MAY
FRI 14 MAY
THE ANTIQUE SIX JAZZBAND
WHOLE LOTTA LED
BRASS MONKEY
JUPITAR SANDS & STRANGE DAYS
Stylish traditional jazz influenced by musicians such as Louis Armstrong, Jelly Roll Morton, King Oliver and the Revivalist bands of the ‘40s. The Antique Six Jazzband has an impressive line-up of festival and Jazz Club appearances in the UK and abroad.
Tribute band Whole Lotta Led reproduce the whole spectrum of Led Zeppelin material, from thunderous anthems like Dazed and Confused to tranquil acoustic numbers such as The Battle of Evermore - and, of course, the classic Stairway to Heaven.
Jupitar Sands return to The Met with their popular brand of hard rocking indie featuring songs from their self-titled EP. They are supported by harmonic indie-tinged rockers Strange Days who are just returning home from their recent UK tour.
Standing event
Brass Monkey combine traditional instruments with trumpet and trombone to create a wonderfully original folk-music-meets-brass sound. Featuring players of the calibre of Martin Carthy and John Kirkpatrick, its no surprise that Brass Monkey is one of the most highly acclaimed folk groups around.
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
STUDIO THEATRE
www.antiquesixjazzband.com STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
11
WO R L D RO OT S
M AY
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
F O L K RO OT S
8pm £6
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10
On stage Tickets
8pm £12 £10 concession
Standing event This event is for over 18s only.
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £4
12
T H E AT R E
BLUES
F O L K RO OT S
M AY
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RO C K & P O P
SAT 15 MAY
WEDS 19 MAY
1000 Watt Club presents
Dynamic New Animation
BIG ROCK SATURDAY
GENIE IN A BOTTLE
Headliners Black Jackson belt out their unforgettable mix of punk rock and garage while Old Skool metal boys Angel Down make a welcome return. There’s more metal in the form of dark and brooding Rinforzando and the line-up is completed by punk-rockers Fallacy.
For over 18s only
Dynamic New Animation performs with young people a show to express their hopes and fears about a future of genetic engineering. Incorporating visual theatre, puppetry, video projection, a specially composed score and a live webcast. The performance promises to open eyes, blow minds and enhance knowledge in a fusion of biotechnology and live theatre.
MAIN THEATRE
STUDIO THEATRE
Standing event
On stage Tickets
8pm £4
On stage Tickets
FRI 21 MAY
FRI 21 MAY
CONNIE LUSH AND BLUES SHOUTER
HELEN WATSON
Connie Lush is the UK’s premier female blues vocalist, three times winner of the coveted British Blues Connection Female Vocalist of the Year award. “...a battle-scarred, sandpaperedged cross between Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin” The Scotsman
Helen Watson is a compelling singer with a soulful and gutsy voice, rich in warmth and humour. With a repertoire of diverse style and talent she is acclaimed for her blues, soul, jazz and folk.
www.connielush.com MAIN THEATRE
7.30pm Free (subject to availability)
“...she slips effortlessly from breathy, seductive jazz to gritty R&B” Folk on Tap
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10 £8 concession
STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £8 £6 concession
F O L K RO OT S
WEDS 19 MAY
SAT 22 MAY
DANÚ
FANTAZIA
Danú perform Irish traditional music with a skill and sizzle that have captured the imagination and loyalty of fans worldwide. The young septet “makes a most exciting and highly musical sound that stirs the blood and lifts the heart”, according to Dublin’s Irish Music magazine, which named Danú “Best Overall Traditional Act” of 1999. BBC Radio 2’s Folk Awards also named them “Best Live Band” in 2001.
London based Fantazia blend Algerian traditional music with jazz, creating a funky, infectious sound that’s great for dancing.
“Danú reign at the top of Irish Folk.” Irish World www.danu.net
13
WO R L D RO OT S
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £12 £10 concession
“...scurrying, vigorous solos ...luxuriously pure-toned saxophones ...pleasantly strident violin ...supple yet propulsive rhythm-section work ...infuses the whole project with the pep and drive that have endeared the band to folk-roots and jazz listeners alike.” The Tablet www.fantaziamusic.com
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10 £8 concession 14
T H E AT R E
BLUES
F O L K RO OT S
M AY
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
RO C K & P O P
SAT 15 MAY
WEDS 19 MAY
1000 Watt Club presents
Dynamic New Animation
BIG ROCK SATURDAY
GENIE IN A BOTTLE
Headliners Black Jackson belt out their unforgettable mix of punk rock and garage while Old Skool metal boys Angel Down make a welcome return. There’s more metal in the form of dark and brooding Rinforzando and the line-up is completed by punk-rockers Fallacy.
For over 18s only
Dynamic New Animation performs with young people a show to express their hopes and fears about a future of genetic engineering. Incorporating visual theatre, puppetry, video projection, a specially composed score and a live webcast. The performance promises to open eyes, blow minds and enhance knowledge in a fusion of biotechnology and live theatre.
MAIN THEATRE
STUDIO THEATRE
Standing event
On stage Tickets
8pm £4
On stage Tickets
FRI 21 MAY
FRI 21 MAY
CONNIE LUSH AND BLUES SHOUTER
HELEN WATSON
Connie Lush is the UK’s premier female blues vocalist, three times winner of the coveted British Blues Connection Female Vocalist of the Year award. “...a battle-scarred, sandpaperedged cross between Tina Turner and Aretha Franklin” The Scotsman
Helen Watson is a compelling singer with a soulful and gutsy voice, rich in warmth and humour. With a repertoire of diverse style and talent she is acclaimed for her blues, soul, jazz and folk.
www.connielush.com MAIN THEATRE
7.30pm Free (subject to availability)
“...she slips effortlessly from breathy, seductive jazz to gritty R&B” Folk on Tap
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10 £8 concession
STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £8 £6 concession
F O L K RO OT S
WEDS 19 MAY
SAT 22 MAY
DANÚ
FANTAZIA
Danú perform Irish traditional music with a skill and sizzle that have captured the imagination and loyalty of fans worldwide. The young septet “makes a most exciting and highly musical sound that stirs the blood and lifts the heart”, according to Dublin’s Irish Music magazine, which named Danú “Best Overall Traditional Act” of 1999. BBC Radio 2’s Folk Awards also named them “Best Live Band” in 2001.
London based Fantazia blend Algerian traditional music with jazz, creating a funky, infectious sound that’s great for dancing.
“Danú reign at the top of Irish Folk.” Irish World www.danu.net
13
WO R L D RO OT S
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £12 £10 concession
“...scurrying, vigorous solos ...luxuriously pure-toned saxophones ...pleasantly strident violin ...supple yet propulsive rhythm-section work ...infuses the whole project with the pep and drive that have endeared the band to folk-roots and jazz listeners alike.” The Tablet www.fantaziamusic.com
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10 £8 concession 14
C O M E DY / T H E AT R E
JAZZ
At ElizabBury et Suite han
WEDS 26 MAY
THURS 27 MAY
FRI 4 JUNE
FRI 4 JUNE
BIG VALUE COMEDY 11
DENNIS ARMSTRONG’S GREAT NORTHERN JAZZ BAND
Kepow Theatre Company
The Met and Lock ‘n’ Load Present Extra Big Value Comedy this month in a two headliners for the price of one with Alan Carr and Kevin Hayes. This very special comedy evening is compered by Des Sharples and features John Warburton and Danny Deegan.
13-17 years only
One of Britain’s funniest, most engaging performers, Kevin Tomlinson brings his sell out Edinburgh show to Bury. Using ideas and script quotes from the audience, Tomlinson creates “a wonderful, dynamic show” (The Herald) blending stand up, theatre and improvised comedy.
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
URBAN NITE A very very special event, Urban Nite brings you the best in up and coming hip-hop, garage, soul, r’n’b and basement sounds from around the UK. Standing event
On stage Tickets
7pm £5
ON THE EDGE
On stage Tickets
A M E R I C A N C O U N T RY
7.30pm £8 £6 concession
FRI 28 MAY
FRI 4 JUNE Image Theatre Company
Tom Russell is an archetypal singer songwriter from the US deep South. His songs are observations of life with a Texan slant and a Mexican flavouring. He started out in skid row bars, and ended up writing songs that have been recorded by Johnny Cash, Suzy Bogguss, Nanci Griffith, Katy Moffatt and others. Proceeds go to charity. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £11
A LITTLE PRINCESS Image Theatre Company returns with one of their hugely enjoyable musical adaptations. In A Little Princess, audience members are rehearsed into parts and the whole audience is encouraged to join in some of the choruses. After the interval, the show is performed with everyone playing their parts in this charming story suitable for all the family. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
2.30pm £6 £4 concession £16 family of 4
Formed by Dave Jenkins and Dennis Armstrong in 1991, this traditional band regularly tours to jazz clubs all over the UK.
Sponsored by
www.jazzband29.freeserve.co.uk /great.northern.gigs.htm
BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £8 £6 concession
C H I L D R E N ’ S T H E AT R E
Mr Kite Benefits Present
TOM RUSSELL
15
C O M E DY
On stage Tickets
8pm £6
RO C K & P O P
SAT 5 JUNE
CHINA CRISIS Plus Special Guests The Eighties revival comes to The Met in the form of Liverpool’s China Crisis. They will be playing their unique brand of fiery pop songs. All of their greatest hits will be featured including the chart hits Wishful Thinking, Black Man Ray and King in a Catholic Style. Standing event MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10
M AY - J U N E
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
YO U N G U R B A N
T H E AT R E
WEDS 9 JUNE THURS 10 JUNE MaD Theatre Company Present
ON TOUR
Giving up on the English music scene, an unsigned Manchester band decide to tour Europe. They have but one problem, no money. Determined to make a gig booked by their dodgy manager in Amsterdam, they steal a bus and prepare to tour only to find their wives, girlfriends and mothers wanting some of the action. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £5 £3 concession 16
C O M E DY / T H E AT R E
JAZZ
At ElizabBury et Suite han
WEDS 26 MAY
THURS 27 MAY
FRI 4 JUNE
FRI 4 JUNE
BIG VALUE COMEDY 11
DENNIS ARMSTRONG’S GREAT NORTHERN JAZZ BAND
Kepow Theatre Company
The Met and Lock ‘n’ Load Present Extra Big Value Comedy this month in a two headliners for the price of one with Alan Carr and Kevin Hayes. This very special comedy evening is compered by Des Sharples and features John Warburton and Danny Deegan.
13-17 years only
One of Britain’s funniest, most engaging performers, Kevin Tomlinson brings his sell out Edinburgh show to Bury. Using ideas and script quotes from the audience, Tomlinson creates “a wonderful, dynamic show” (The Herald) blending stand up, theatre and improvised comedy.
MAIN THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
URBAN NITE A very very special event, Urban Nite brings you the best in up and coming hip-hop, garage, soul, r’n’b and basement sounds from around the UK. Standing event
On stage Tickets
7pm £5
ON THE EDGE
On stage Tickets
A M E R I C A N C O U N T RY
7.30pm £8 £6 concession
FRI 28 MAY
FRI 4 JUNE Image Theatre Company
Tom Russell is an archetypal singer songwriter from the US deep South. His songs are observations of life with a Texan slant and a Mexican flavouring. He started out in skid row bars, and ended up writing songs that have been recorded by Johnny Cash, Suzy Bogguss, Nanci Griffith, Katy Moffatt and others. Proceeds go to charity. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £11
A LITTLE PRINCESS Image Theatre Company returns with one of their hugely enjoyable musical adaptations. In A Little Princess, audience members are rehearsed into parts and the whole audience is encouraged to join in some of the choruses. After the interval, the show is performed with everyone playing their parts in this charming story suitable for all the family. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
2.30pm £6 £4 concession £16 family of 4
Formed by Dave Jenkins and Dennis Armstrong in 1991, this traditional band regularly tours to jazz clubs all over the UK.
Sponsored by
www.jazzband29.freeserve.co.uk /great.northern.gigs.htm
BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £8 £6 concession
C H I L D R E N ’ S T H E AT R E
Mr Kite Benefits Present
TOM RUSSELL
15
C O M E DY
On stage Tickets
8pm £6
RO C K & P O P
SAT 5 JUNE
CHINA CRISIS Plus Special Guests The Eighties revival comes to The Met in the form of Liverpool’s China Crisis. They will be playing their unique brand of fiery pop songs. All of their greatest hits will be featured including the chart hits Wishful Thinking, Black Man Ray and King in a Catholic Style. Standing event MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £10
M AY - J U N E
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
YO U N G U R B A N
T H E AT R E
WEDS 9 JUNE THURS 10 JUNE MaD Theatre Company Present
ON TOUR
Giving up on the English music scene, an unsigned Manchester band decide to tour Europe. They have but one problem, no money. Determined to make a gig booked by their dodgy manager in Amsterdam, they steal a bus and prepare to tour only to find their wives, girlfriends and mothers wanting some of the action. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £5 £3 concession 16
FRI 11 JUNE
JUNE TABOR June Tabor is one of the greatest singers produced by the British folk revival, with an uncompromisingly passionate approach to folk song which has set rarefied standards for three decades. On this visit to The Met she performs material from her highly acclaimed new album An Echo Of Hooves. “June’s best album for years... sheer majesty... a return to the very heart of what she does best” fRoots www.junetabor.co.uk
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £14 £12 concession
RO C K & P O P
SAT 12 JUNE 1000 Watt Big Ska Saturday THE BEAT plus Support Eighties ska heroes The Beat have reformed with original members Everett Morton, Neil Deathridge, Ranking Roger and Saxa plus new additions for a reunion tour which has been a nationwide success. Expect to hear some great new material as well as all the hits. Standing event
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £10
THURS 17 JUNE
CHUMBAWAMBA Risk takers and mavericks, Chumbawamba have been making music for over 15 years. Their love of pop and hatred for cultural conservatism produce finely crafted politically charged pop-rock anthems – most notably 1997’s Tubthumping. “Shouting to Change The World MAIN THEATRE (then having a drink to celebrate)” On stage 8pm Standing event Tickets £14 www.chumba.com £12 concession JAZZ
T H E AT R E
WEDS 16 JUNE Saltmine Theatre
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS by C S Lewis
FRI 18 JUNE
Saltmine Theatre Company celebrates its 18th Borthday with this revival of its acclaimed production, “The Screwtape Letters”. Screwtape, a Senior Devil, and his nephew, Wormwood, are attempting to bring about the damnation of a human subject.
CLAIRE MARTIN AND HER MUSICIANS
For over 16s only.
17
RO C K & P O P
JUNE
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
F O L K RO OT S
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £7 £5 concession
Claire Martin is “a superbly-equipped orthodox jazz singer” (The Guardian). Her latest CD, Too Darn Hot blends many songs from the Great American Song Book including Bernstein and Cole Porter with more contemporary material including a Joni Mitchell track. An accomplished artist with more than ten years experience of touring and recording on both sides of the Atlantic, Martin comes to The Met having won BBC Jazz Awards’ Vocalist of the Year 2003. www.clairemartinjazz.com
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £12 £10 concession 18
FRI 11 JUNE
JUNE TABOR June Tabor is one of the greatest singers produced by the British folk revival, with an uncompromisingly passionate approach to folk song which has set rarefied standards for three decades. On this visit to The Met she performs material from her highly acclaimed new album An Echo Of Hooves. “June’s best album for years... sheer majesty... a return to the very heart of what she does best” fRoots www.junetabor.co.uk
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £14 £12 concession
RO C K & P O P
SAT 12 JUNE 1000 Watt Big Ska Saturday THE BEAT plus Support Eighties ska heroes The Beat have reformed with original members Everett Morton, Neil Deathridge, Ranking Roger and Saxa plus new additions for a reunion tour which has been a nationwide success. Expect to hear some great new material as well as all the hits. Standing event
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £10
THURS 17 JUNE
CHUMBAWAMBA Risk takers and mavericks, Chumbawamba have been making music for over 15 years. Their love of pop and hatred for cultural conservatism produce finely crafted politically charged pop-rock anthems – most notably 1997’s Tubthumping. “Shouting to Change The World MAIN THEATRE (then having a drink to celebrate)” On stage 8pm Standing event Tickets £14 www.chumba.com £12 concession JAZZ
T H E AT R E
WEDS 16 JUNE Saltmine Theatre
THE SCREWTAPE LETTERS by C S Lewis
FRI 18 JUNE
Saltmine Theatre Company celebrates its 18th Borthday with this revival of its acclaimed production, “The Screwtape Letters”. Screwtape, a Senior Devil, and his nephew, Wormwood, are attempting to bring about the damnation of a human subject.
CLAIRE MARTIN AND HER MUSICIANS
For over 16s only.
17
RO C K & P O P
JUNE
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
F O L K RO OT S
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £7 £5 concession
Claire Martin is “a superbly-equipped orthodox jazz singer” (The Guardian). Her latest CD, Too Darn Hot blends many songs from the Great American Song Book including Bernstein and Cole Porter with more contemporary material including a Joni Mitchell track. An accomplished artist with more than ten years experience of touring and recording on both sides of the Atlantic, Martin comes to The Met having won BBC Jazz Awards’ Vocalist of the Year 2003. www.clairemartinjazz.com
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £12 £10 concession 18
FRI 18 JUNE - SAT 19 JUNE - SUN 20 JUNE THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
8pm
12pm
12pm
2004 RAMSBOTTOM RHYTHM & BLUES FESTIVAL
Formerly The Bury Blues Festival held at The Met, The 2004 Ramsbottom Rhythm & Blues Festival will take place just north of Bury, in the Rossendale Valley.
Over twenty bands will provide three days of superb rhythm and in four Ramsbottom venues: The Royal Oak, The Grants Arms, The Clarence, with The Met presenting some very special headlining acts in Ramsbottom Civic Hall. Phone The Met on 0161 761 2216 to request a Blues Festival brochure, with full details of festival dates, times and prices (available from April). RO C K & P O P
JUNE
B L U E S F E S T I VA L
• Papa George with Dave Ellis • Mick Abrahams • Michael Roach • Adrian Byron Burns • Slack Alice • Victor Brock Blues Band • Roach Twins • Johnny Friendlies • William Tang Band • Ringmeisters • Maria Brothers Blues Band • Hard Shoulder • Nick Dow Blues Band • Ronnie Razorback and the King Bees • Bluesline Plus further headliners to be confirmed
Sponsored by
F O L K RO OT S
T H E AT R E
WEDS 23 JUNE FRI 18 JUNE
MOLLY BLOOM & DANKO plus Support
SAT 19 JUNE Mr Kite Benefits present
JOHN TAMS AND BARRY COOPE plus Special Guest Jim Moray
After recently reforming, Molly Bloom makes a much anticipated return to The Met’s Indie Night playing the distinctive brand of baroque style folk-rock for which they are renowned. There is also blues-tinted rock from Met favourites Danko. Standing event For over 18s only. STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
19
8.30pm £4
John Tams’ work has found him in the seminal line up of The Albion Band, being Musical Director at the National Theatre and playing opposite Sean Bean in ITV’s Sharpe. He appears with Barry Coope of Coope, Boyes and Simpson. Their special guest is Jim Moray. Proceeds go to charity. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £11
Guy Masterson
FERN HILL BY DYLAN THOMAS Guy Masterson brings the magic of these lesser known Dylan Thomas works out in an award winning performance of staggering energy and invention, brilliantly conjuring Thomas’ lyricism and passion, and illuminating his mastery of language. Masterson’s command of Thomas’s wizardry is remarkable, akin to his great uncle, Richard Burton. If you want to experience the richness and magic of the English language at its very best, don’t miss this enchanting show.
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £8 £6 concession 20
FRI 18 JUNE - SAT 19 JUNE - SUN 20 JUNE THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
8pm
12pm
12pm
2004 RAMSBOTTOM RHYTHM & BLUES FESTIVAL
Formerly The Bury Blues Festival held at The Met, The 2004 Ramsbottom Rhythm & Blues Festival will take place just north of Bury, in the Rossendale Valley.
Over twenty bands will provide three days of superb rhythm and in four Ramsbottom venues: The Royal Oak, The Grants Arms, The Clarence, with The Met presenting some very special headlining acts in Ramsbottom Civic Hall. Phone The Met on 0161 761 2216 to request a Blues Festival brochure, with full details of festival dates, times and prices (available from April). RO C K & P O P
JUNE
B L U E S F E S T I VA L
• Papa George with Dave Ellis • Mick Abrahams • Michael Roach • Adrian Byron Burns • Slack Alice • Victor Brock Blues Band • Roach Twins • Johnny Friendlies • William Tang Band • Ringmeisters • Maria Brothers Blues Band • Hard Shoulder • Nick Dow Blues Band • Ronnie Razorback and the King Bees • Bluesline Plus further headliners to be confirmed
Sponsored by
F O L K RO OT S
T H E AT R E
WEDS 23 JUNE FRI 18 JUNE
MOLLY BLOOM & DANKO plus Support
SAT 19 JUNE Mr Kite Benefits present
JOHN TAMS AND BARRY COOPE plus Special Guest Jim Moray
After recently reforming, Molly Bloom makes a much anticipated return to The Met’s Indie Night playing the distinctive brand of baroque style folk-rock for which they are renowned. There is also blues-tinted rock from Met favourites Danko. Standing event For over 18s only. STUDIO THEATRE
On stage Tickets
19
8.30pm £4
John Tams’ work has found him in the seminal line up of The Albion Band, being Musical Director at the National Theatre and playing opposite Sean Bean in ITV’s Sharpe. He appears with Barry Coope of Coope, Boyes and Simpson. Their special guest is Jim Moray. Proceeds go to charity. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £11
Guy Masterson
FERN HILL BY DYLAN THOMAS Guy Masterson brings the magic of these lesser known Dylan Thomas works out in an award winning performance of staggering energy and invention, brilliantly conjuring Thomas’ lyricism and passion, and illuminating his mastery of language. Masterson’s command of Thomas’s wizardry is remarkable, akin to his great uncle, Richard Burton. If you want to experience the richness and magic of the English language at its very best, don’t miss this enchanting show.
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £8 £6 concession 20
THURS 24 JUNE
FRI 2 JULY
Musiculture @ The Met
ASERE
AN AUDIENCE WITH BARRY NORMAN
“One of the most stimulating new Cuban bands” fRoots
As presenter of the BBC’s cinema review for 26 years, Barry Norman became a household name. An Audience with Barry Norman is full of juicy anecdotes about his life among the stars.
Havana based seven piece Asere take the traditional music of Cuba (made famous by veterans such as Buena Vista Social Club) and give it a modern twist, building a fresh sound for a new generation. A must for all Salsa dance fans! Standing event.
This is a unique opportunity for theatre going film lovers to meet the man who has so many great stories to tell of the rich and famous film actors and their antics both on and off screen.
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
MAIN THEATRE
8pm £8 £6 concession
RO C K & P O P
On stage Tickets
JAZZ
8.30pm £16 £14 concession
F O L K RO OT S
T H E AT R E
SAT 26 JUNE
FRI 2 JULY
SAT 3 JULY
THURS 8 JULY
1000 Watt Club Presents
BIG ROCK SATURDAY
THE YARL RIVER JAZZ BAND
DAMHSA
Courgette Volante Theatre
Newcastle’s finest girl-fronted metal band Super Massive Objects head the line-up at our Girls On Top night. Hard-rockers Obsessive Compulsive return while Manc Riot Grrrls Red Vinyl Fur make their first appearance. Purgatory State support.
The Yarl River Jazz Band is a jazz sextet from the Furness and South Lakes area. They draw their inspiration from the trad jazz of Eddie Condon and Alex Welsh, but also play sousaphone based Frisco style jazz and original material.
Standing event For over 18s only. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
21
TA L K
8pm £4
www.yarl.org
Damhsa (pronounced ‘D-howsa’) perform the traditional music and dance of Ireland choreographed dance numbers to live music, interspersed with songs, set dances, solo dances, mouth music and instrumental solos. The group features many award winning musicians and dancers, including the All Britain Ceili Band Champions 2002.
STUDIO THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £6
J U N E - J U LY
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WO R L D RO OT S
On stage Tickets
8pm £10 £8 concession
VIVE LA FRANCE
Courgette Volante (“Flying Courgette”) Theatre Company brings a lively and interactive experience of all things French in a show designed to improve everyone’s understanding of the language. Vive La France is a visual and exciting show suitable for family audiences with a basic knowledge of French. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
2pm & 7pm £8 £6 concession 22
THURS 24 JUNE
FRI 2 JULY
Musiculture @ The Met
ASERE
AN AUDIENCE WITH BARRY NORMAN
“One of the most stimulating new Cuban bands” fRoots
As presenter of the BBC’s cinema review for 26 years, Barry Norman became a household name. An Audience with Barry Norman is full of juicy anecdotes about his life among the stars.
Havana based seven piece Asere take the traditional music of Cuba (made famous by veterans such as Buena Vista Social Club) and give it a modern twist, building a fresh sound for a new generation. A must for all Salsa dance fans! Standing event.
This is a unique opportunity for theatre going film lovers to meet the man who has so many great stories to tell of the rich and famous film actors and their antics both on and off screen.
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
MAIN THEATRE
8pm £8 £6 concession
RO C K & P O P
On stage Tickets
JAZZ
8.30pm £16 £14 concession
F O L K RO OT S
T H E AT R E
SAT 26 JUNE
FRI 2 JULY
SAT 3 JULY
THURS 8 JULY
1000 Watt Club Presents
BIG ROCK SATURDAY
THE YARL RIVER JAZZ BAND
DAMHSA
Courgette Volante Theatre
Newcastle’s finest girl-fronted metal band Super Massive Objects head the line-up at our Girls On Top night. Hard-rockers Obsessive Compulsive return while Manc Riot Grrrls Red Vinyl Fur make their first appearance. Purgatory State support.
The Yarl River Jazz Band is a jazz sextet from the Furness and South Lakes area. They draw their inspiration from the trad jazz of Eddie Condon and Alex Welsh, but also play sousaphone based Frisco style jazz and original material.
Standing event For over 18s only. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
21
TA L K
8pm £4
www.yarl.org
Damhsa (pronounced ‘D-howsa’) perform the traditional music and dance of Ireland choreographed dance numbers to live music, interspersed with songs, set dances, solo dances, mouth music and instrumental solos. The group features many award winning musicians and dancers, including the All Britain Ceili Band Champions 2002.
STUDIO THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8pm £6
J U N E - J U LY
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WO R L D RO OT S
On stage Tickets
8pm £10 £8 concession
VIVE LA FRANCE
Courgette Volante (“Flying Courgette”) Theatre Company brings a lively and interactive experience of all things French in a show designed to improve everyone’s understanding of the language. Vive La France is a visual and exciting show suitable for family audiences with a basic knowledge of French. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
2pm & 7pm £8 £6 concession 22
T H E AT R E
J U LY
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DA N C E
WEDS 14 JULY Linda Marlow In
FRI 9 JULY
BERKOFF’S WOMEN
Independent Ballet Wales
ROMEO AND JULIET
Original writing Steven Berkoff
Independent Ballet Wales takes inspiration from the vivid characters caught up in the breathless excitement of Shakespeare’s classic tale. Fusing eloquent moments of pure classicism with flashes of contemporary characterisation this Romeo and Juliet successfully blends the old and new in a heartbreaking and MAIN THEATRE beautiful adaptation of the most famous love story On stage 7.30pm of all time. Tickets £12 £9 concession www.welshballet.co.uk
Having worked with Steven Berkoff for over twenty years Linda Marlowe presents Berkoff’s Women. This compilation of some of the most exciting moments of Berkoff’s female roles, features excerpts from Agamemnon, Decadence, Greek, East, plus a new dramatised short story From My Point of View. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £10 £8 concession
C O M E DY
BLUES
FRI 9 JULY The Met and Lock ‘n’ Load Present
FRI 16 JULY
BIG VALUE COMEDY 12
Architect of wit Des Sharples engineers a comedy construction based on the solid foundation of Vladimir McTavish with the sturdy framework of Hils Barker, using Bobby Dresser and Kate Fox as the bricks and mortar. Sponsored by
At ElizabBury et Suite han BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
On stage Tickets
23
8.30pm £8 £6 concession
GENO WASHINGTON & THE RAM JAM BAND 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR Geno Washington’s notorious showmanship and energy, plus the super-tight Ram Jam Band, are a compelling force on the dance floor. Hot Soul, R&B classics, raucous funk interludes and wicked brass lines are the secret as the main man GETS IT ON. A Geno Washington set is a riot of hand clappin’ beats and foot stompin’ enjoyment. The urge to dance... irresistible. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £12 £9 concession 24
T H E AT R E
J U LY
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DA N C E
WEDS 14 JULY Linda Marlow In
FRI 9 JULY
BERKOFF’S WOMEN
Independent Ballet Wales
ROMEO AND JULIET
Original writing Steven Berkoff
Independent Ballet Wales takes inspiration from the vivid characters caught up in the breathless excitement of Shakespeare’s classic tale. Fusing eloquent moments of pure classicism with flashes of contemporary characterisation this Romeo and Juliet successfully blends the old and new in a heartbreaking and MAIN THEATRE beautiful adaptation of the most famous love story On stage 7.30pm of all time. Tickets £12 £9 concession www.welshballet.co.uk
Having worked with Steven Berkoff for over twenty years Linda Marlowe presents Berkoff’s Women. This compilation of some of the most exciting moments of Berkoff’s female roles, features excerpts from Agamemnon, Decadence, Greek, East, plus a new dramatised short story From My Point of View. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
7.30pm £10 £8 concession
C O M E DY
BLUES
FRI 9 JULY The Met and Lock ‘n’ Load Present
FRI 16 JULY
BIG VALUE COMEDY 12
Architect of wit Des Sharples engineers a comedy construction based on the solid foundation of Vladimir McTavish with the sturdy framework of Hils Barker, using Bobby Dresser and Kate Fox as the bricks and mortar. Sponsored by
At ElizabBury et Suite han BURY ELIZABETHAN SUITE
On stage Tickets
23
8.30pm £8 £6 concession
GENO WASHINGTON & THE RAM JAM BAND 40TH ANNIVERSARY TOUR Geno Washington’s notorious showmanship and energy, plus the super-tight Ram Jam Band, are a compelling force on the dance floor. Hot Soul, R&B classics, raucous funk interludes and wicked brass lines are the secret as the main man GETS IT ON. A Geno Washington set is a riot of hand clappin’ beats and foot stompin’ enjoyment. The urge to dance... irresistible. MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £12 £9 concession 24
RO C K & P O P
JAZZ
J U LY
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RO C K & P O P
FRI 16 JULY
SAT 17 JULY
SEISMIC RING
1000 Watt Club Presents
A tribute to Jethro Tull
BIG ROCK SATURDAY
Seismic Ring are one of the most successful interpreters of Jethro Tull’s combination of hard-rock, folk melodies and bluesy rhythms. The band have played with original Jethro Tull members Clive Bunker and Glen Cornick. No fan should miss their renditions of Tull classics!
The final Big Rock gig of the season is sure to be a stormer thanks to critics’ favourite This Product, whose impressive dark rock theatrics always gets the crowd going. Also playing are Leeds Industrial Metallers Xi. Support comes from Unit 36 and Agree To Differ.
Standing event
Standing event
For over 18s only.
For over 18s only.
STUDIO THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £6
On stage Tickets
8pm £4
C O M E DY / C A B A R E T
SAT 24 & SUN 25 JULY
GEORGE MELLY
WITH DIGBY FAIRWEATHER’S HALF DOZEN For the climax of our summer season, The Met is proud to present jazz legend George Melly, who teams up with trumpet player Digby Fairweather for a night of sensational swing and blues! Backed by Digby for the first time, this exciting collaboration provides George with a brand new musical setting - a challenge that he rises to with a completely new repertoire. Don’t miss this dazzling duo, singing and swinging the blues! MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £16 £14 concession
EXHIBITIONS 2004/5 SAT 14 FEBRUARY SAT 24 APRIL
BURY PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY ANNUAL EXHIBITION The Society’s Annual Print and Slide Competition is the culmination of the year’s activities. Entry numbers are usually so high that it is planned to change the prints during the Exhibition so that they can all be viewed.
SAT 8 MAY SUN 8 AUGUST
WEDS 21 JULY
Paul Hull & Sarah Elliot
ADAM TICKLE’S METROPOLIS
A Tribute to Danny Kaye
Evocative images that bring out beauty from the urban environment, these pieces are a subtle blend of original photography combined with expressive digital manipulation.
KAYE’S THE WORD One of the cleverest and wittiest entertainers ever to grace the stage and screen, Danny Kaye filled hearts with laughter with his comic genius, musical dexterity and mastery of words. Paul Hull pays tribute to this great performer in an evening which evokes the atmosphere of a classic era. www.kayestheword.com
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
25
8pm £14 £12 concession
THEATRE GALLERY
Tickets
FREE
Exhibitions in the First Floor Theatre Gallery. Open for viewing during events in the Main Theatre. 26
RO C K & P O P
JAZZ
J U LY
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RO C K & P O P
FRI 16 JULY
SAT 17 JULY
SEISMIC RING
1000 Watt Club Presents
A tribute to Jethro Tull
BIG ROCK SATURDAY
Seismic Ring are one of the most successful interpreters of Jethro Tull’s combination of hard-rock, folk melodies and bluesy rhythms. The band have played with original Jethro Tull members Clive Bunker and Glen Cornick. No fan should miss their renditions of Tull classics!
The final Big Rock gig of the season is sure to be a stormer thanks to critics’ favourite This Product, whose impressive dark rock theatrics always gets the crowd going. Also playing are Leeds Industrial Metallers Xi. Support comes from Unit 36 and Agree To Differ.
Standing event
Standing event
For over 18s only.
For over 18s only.
STUDIO THEATRE
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £6
On stage Tickets
8pm £4
C O M E DY / C A B A R E T
SAT 24 & SUN 25 JULY
GEORGE MELLY
WITH DIGBY FAIRWEATHER’S HALF DOZEN For the climax of our summer season, The Met is proud to present jazz legend George Melly, who teams up with trumpet player Digby Fairweather for a night of sensational swing and blues! Backed by Digby for the first time, this exciting collaboration provides George with a brand new musical setting - a challenge that he rises to with a completely new repertoire. Don’t miss this dazzling duo, singing and swinging the blues! MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
8.30pm £16 £14 concession
EXHIBITIONS 2004/5 SAT 14 FEBRUARY SAT 24 APRIL
BURY PHOTOGRAPHIC SOCIETY ANNUAL EXHIBITION The Society’s Annual Print and Slide Competition is the culmination of the year’s activities. Entry numbers are usually so high that it is planned to change the prints during the Exhibition so that they can all be viewed.
SAT 8 MAY SUN 8 AUGUST
WEDS 21 JULY
Paul Hull & Sarah Elliot
ADAM TICKLE’S METROPOLIS
A Tribute to Danny Kaye
Evocative images that bring out beauty from the urban environment, these pieces are a subtle blend of original photography combined with expressive digital manipulation.
KAYE’S THE WORD One of the cleverest and wittiest entertainers ever to grace the stage and screen, Danny Kaye filled hearts with laughter with his comic genius, musical dexterity and mastery of words. Paul Hull pays tribute to this great performer in an evening which evokes the atmosphere of a classic era. www.kayestheword.com
MAIN THEATRE
On stage Tickets
25
8pm £14 £12 concession
THEATRE GALLERY
Tickets
FREE
Exhibitions in the First Floor Theatre Gallery. Open for viewing during events in the Main Theatre. 26
The Met is constantly expanding our work and the people we work with to develop arts audiences and performers of the future as well as using performing arts for personal and professional development. These are some of the groups we support with which you can get involved. S U N DAYS
T U E S DAYS
STAGECOACH
KASH KYDS
Stagecoach is the UK's first and largest parttime stage school for 6-16 year olds with an interest in learning to act, sing and dance as well as broader performance skills and knowledge. For more information, call 0161 763 6161 to request a prospectus.
For young people interested in Performance. A programme of Dance, Music Making, Vocal Coaching and Performance Skills. Kash Kyds is an Open Access programme. For more information, contact The Met on 0161 761 7107.
Term times plus 1 week summer school (26-30 July) 10am - 1pm
Dates
Times
M O N DAYS
METEXPRESS
For disabled young people interested in performance. For more information, contact Hazel on Mondays on 0161 761 7107.
STREETWISE
For young disadvantaged people interested in drama and participatory activities. Dates Times
Dates Times
Every Monday 5pm - 7pm E X P E R I M E N TA L P L AT F O R M
the experimental platform
the experimental platform presents a diverse mix of sonic, visual and performing arts. live music and sound work, installation art, short films, contemporary dance, digital media, performance art, workshops...t e p is a free space for artists to present innovative and experimental work, in an encouraging and supportive environment. info@theexperimentalplatform.com www.theexperimentalplatform.com
Every Tuesday 9-14 years 4.30pm - 5.30pm 14+ years 5.30pm - 7pm
METEXPRESS
See ‘Mondays’ for details Dates Times
Term times 7pm - 9pm W E D N E S DAYS
KASH KYDS
Moira Burton Finance Administrator
Dates Times
Ged Kelly Director
David Agnew Marketing Manager
Nathan Berry Front of House Manager
Avis Ashworth Ticket Office Supervisor
Marketing Officer: Nick Smale, Marketing Assistant: Sarah Calderbank Administrator: Sammy Elliott Technical Team: Chris McClung & Terry Moses Disability Arts Development Worker: Hazel Roy The Met, Market Street, Bury, Lancs, BL9 0BW Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 Admin: 0161 761 7107 Automatic: 0161 763 9399 Fax: 0161 763 5056 Email: post@themet.biz Website: www.themet.biz Data Protection: The Met sales data is held on computer in the strictest confidence in accordance with the 1998 Data Protection Act. This helps us to inform you about events and other arts in the region. If you do not wish to receive details please inform the Tickets Office. Customer Care: The Met adheres to a customer care policy and welcomes all comments on our activities and venue. There are feedback forms available at every event to let us know what you think.
See ‘Tuesdays’ for details
Term times 7pm - 9pm
Dates Times
27
THE MET TEAM FEEDBACK OR ENQUIRIES
THE MET
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
ARTS DEVELOPMENT INVOLVED IN PERFORMANCE
THE PERFECT VENUE HIRE THE MET FOR YOUR EVENT
Every Wednesday 9-14 years 4.00pm - 5.00pm 14+ years 5pm - 6pm
The Met is the perfect venue for events of every sort. With a variety of flexible and dramatic rooms, we can accommodate everything from the smallest private meeting or party to public exhibitions, conferences or theatre and music performances.
M4M
Theatre workshops for professionals interested in developing use of drama techniques of Augusto Boal in their work Dates Times
Every Wednesday 6.30pm - 9pm VO C A L AC A D E M Y
VOCAL ACADEMY
For those who love to sing but only dare to in the shower...Vocal Academy aims to make vocal training available to everyone regardless of age and background. Starting in Spring 2004 The Met will host two groups, one for young people who are aiming to become professional singers and another for adults who just want to sing for fun. Call 0161 761 7107 for more information.
Our experienced staff and professional facilities take the hassle out of your event: • • • • •
Sound and lighting by experienced stage technicians Ticket sales through our friendly box office Fully licenced bar and practiced bar staff High quality catering from the expert chefs of Automatic Marketing advice and support
We welcome promotions by bands, amateur and professional groups, and independent event promoters. Discount hire rates apply for charitable and non-profit events Contact David Agnew on 0161 761 7107 or email david.agnew@themet.biz to discuss your requirements. 28
The Met is constantly expanding our work and the people we work with to develop arts audiences and performers of the future as well as using performing arts for personal and professional development. These are some of the groups we support with which you can get involved. S U N DAYS
T U E S DAYS
STAGECOACH
KASH KYDS
Stagecoach is the UK's first and largest parttime stage school for 6-16 year olds with an interest in learning to act, sing and dance as well as broader performance skills and knowledge. For more information, call 0161 763 6161 to request a prospectus.
For young people interested in Performance. A programme of Dance, Music Making, Vocal Coaching and Performance Skills. Kash Kyds is an Open Access programme. For more information, contact The Met on 0161 761 7107.
Term times plus 1 week summer school (26-30 July) 10am - 1pm
Dates
Times
M O N DAYS
METEXPRESS
For disabled young people interested in performance. For more information, contact Hazel on Mondays on 0161 761 7107.
STREETWISE
For young disadvantaged people interested in drama and participatory activities. Dates Times
Dates Times
Every Monday 5pm - 7pm E X P E R I M E N TA L P L AT F O R M
the experimental platform
the experimental platform presents a diverse mix of sonic, visual and performing arts. live music and sound work, installation art, short films, contemporary dance, digital media, performance art, workshops...t e p is a free space for artists to present innovative and experimental work, in an encouraging and supportive environment. info@theexperimentalplatform.com www.theexperimentalplatform.com
Every Tuesday 9-14 years 4.30pm - 5.30pm 14+ years 5.30pm - 7pm
METEXPRESS
See ‘Mondays’ for details Dates Times
Term times 7pm - 9pm W E D N E S DAYS
KASH KYDS
Moira Burton Finance Administrator
Dates Times
Ged Kelly Director
David Agnew Marketing Manager
Nathan Berry Front of House Manager
Avis Ashworth Ticket Office Supervisor
Marketing Officer: Nick Smale, Marketing Assistant: Sarah Calderbank Administrator: Sammy Elliott Technical Team: Chris McClung & Terry Moses Disability Arts Development Worker: Hazel Roy The Met, Market Street, Bury, Lancs, BL9 0BW Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 Admin: 0161 761 7107 Automatic: 0161 763 9399 Fax: 0161 763 5056 Email: post@themet.biz Website: www.themet.biz Data Protection: The Met sales data is held on computer in the strictest confidence in accordance with the 1998 Data Protection Act. This helps us to inform you about events and other arts in the region. If you do not wish to receive details please inform the Tickets Office. Customer Care: The Met adheres to a customer care policy and welcomes all comments on our activities and venue. There are feedback forms available at every event to let us know what you think.
See ‘Tuesdays’ for details
Term times 7pm - 9pm
Dates Times
27
THE MET TEAM FEEDBACK OR ENQUIRIES
THE MET
THE MET : Ticket Office: 0161 761 2216 : www.themet.biz
ARTS DEVELOPMENT INVOLVED IN PERFORMANCE
THE PERFECT VENUE HIRE THE MET FOR YOUR EVENT
Every Wednesday 9-14 years 4.00pm - 5.00pm 14+ years 5pm - 6pm
The Met is the perfect venue for events of every sort. With a variety of flexible and dramatic rooms, we can accommodate everything from the smallest private meeting or party to public exhibitions, conferences or theatre and music performances.
M4M
Theatre workshops for professionals interested in developing use of drama techniques of Augusto Boal in their work Dates Times
Every Wednesday 6.30pm - 9pm VO C A L AC A D E M Y
VOCAL ACADEMY
For those who love to sing but only dare to in the shower...Vocal Academy aims to make vocal training available to everyone regardless of age and background. Starting in Spring 2004 The Met will host two groups, one for young people who are aiming to become professional singers and another for adults who just want to sing for fun. Call 0161 761 7107 for more information.
Our experienced staff and professional facilities take the hassle out of your event: • • • • •
Sound and lighting by experienced stage technicians Ticket sales through our friendly box office Fully licenced bar and practiced bar staff High quality catering from the expert chefs of Automatic Marketing advice and support
We welcome promotions by bands, amateur and professional groups, and independent event promoters. Discount hire rates apply for charitable and non-profit events Contact David Agnew on 0161 761 7107 or email david.agnew@themet.biz to discuss your requirements. 28
In person at The Met Mon - Fri from 10am - 5pm Saturdays 10am - 4pm and one hour before the start of each show. By Phone Just call 0161 761 2216 If you have a query outside of opening hours, there is a 24 hour answer machine.
By Post Tickets can be purchased by from: The Met, FREEPOST BL5162F, Market Street, Bury, BL9 0YZ. Online Most events can be booked online through Ticketline for a small booking fee. Visit www.themet.biz
RAMSBOTTOM M60
BURY M66
ROCHDALE
BOLTON
M62
MIDDLETON M60
MANCHESTER
OLDHAM
The Met is based in one of Bury's most impressive Victorian buildings. It is easy to access by car, tram from Manchester or bus. Market Street is in the town centre.
Cheques payable to BMAA Please enclosed a stamped addressed envelope for return of your tickets. Special Discounts We want our activities to be affordable to the widest range of people. Our concessions price (concs) is for people in full time education or those who rely solely on a state benefit to survive (including Family Credit). If you can afford to pay the full price, please do not ask for a concession as it invariably affects the service we can deliver. Refunds We regret that we are unable to offer refunds. Exchange of tickets may be possible for other events at The Met. Reservations We will be happy to hold your tickets without payment at the Ticket Office for three days. Three days or less before the performance, tickets must be paid for at the time of booking.
Group Bookings Buy ten tickets for a performance and get an eleventh ticket free. (Subject to availability. Tickets must be purchased in one transaction). Performance Times For events where an on stage time is indicated shows will commence at the time stated. (Check individual ticket for details). Seating The Met offers numbered seating to our customers for most events in the main theatre. You may request a particular seat when you book your tickets according to the seating plan. Many of our events are standing or partially seated - please check when purchasing your tickets.
CULTURE VULTURE MEMBERSHIP SCHEME JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP SCHEME AND GET SPECIAL BENEFITS! You'll notice that throughout our programme, Culture Vultures are offered significant discounts on most events. To join the scheme costs just ÂŁ10 annually. As a member you will receive priority mailing for all events - meaning that you should not be disappointed by events having sold out. You'll be notified of all our activities well in advance and will receive invites to exhibition openings and special events at The Met. Becoming a Culture Vulture gives you more to enjoy at The Met and helps us to improve our service.
JOIN NOW CALL TICKET OFFICE 0161 761 2216 29
HOW TO FIND THE MET LOCATION & DIRECTIONS
THE MET
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THE MET HOW TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS
Bury Elizabethan Suite
Bury College
By Car from the M60 (about 10 minutes) Take Junction 2 onto the M66. Exit the M66 at signs for Bury and follow the signs for East Lancs Railway. On Angouleme Way (Bury's ring road), turn right at the second traffic lights junction (the Elizabethan Suite is across to your left) into Haymarket Street. By Car from Manchester City Centre (about 20 minutes) Continue South on Deansgate onto Bury New Road (A56). Bury New Road crosses the M60 and becomes Manchester Road (A56) when you pass through Whitefield. Ignore the signs for town centre and turn right on to Knowsley Street. Cross the traffic lights into Haymarket Street.
By Car and Foot within Bury Town Centre You will pass the bus interchange on your right and follow a one way system around to the left. If you park on this street (outside the art gallery), The Met is a minute's walk away. At the end of the road, turn right onto Silver Street, turn right at the end and we are across the roundabout. By Metrolink Tram from Manchester and Salford Metrolink services run regularly to Bury from Manchester and Salford. Disembark at the Bury Metrolink terminus, and walk up Market Street to The Met. Last trams from Bury to Manchester leave Sunday 10.30pm; Monday-Thursday 11.30pm; Friday and Saturday 12.30am. 30
In person at The Met Mon - Fri from 10am - 5pm Saturdays 10am - 4pm and one hour before the start of each show. By Phone Just call 0161 761 2216 If you have a query outside of opening hours, there is a 24 hour answer machine.
By Post Tickets can be purchased by from: The Met, FREEPOST BL5162F, Market Street, Bury, BL9 0YZ. Online Most events can be booked online through Ticketline for a small booking fee. Visit www.themet.biz
RAMSBOTTOM M60
BURY M66
ROCHDALE
BOLTON
M62
MIDDLETON M60
MANCHESTER
OLDHAM
The Met is based in one of Bury's most impressive Victorian buildings. It is easy to access by car, tram from Manchester or bus. Market Street is in the town centre.
Cheques payable to BMAA Please enclosed a stamped addressed envelope for return of your tickets. Special Discounts We want our activities to be affordable to the widest range of people. Our concessions price (concs) is for people in full time education or those who rely solely on a state benefit to survive (including Family Credit). If you can afford to pay the full price, please do not ask for a concession as it invariably affects the service we can deliver. Refunds We regret that we are unable to offer refunds. Exchange of tickets may be possible for other events at The Met. Reservations We will be happy to hold your tickets without payment at the Ticket Office for three days. Three days or less before the performance, tickets must be paid for at the time of booking.
Group Bookings Buy ten tickets for a performance and get an eleventh ticket free. (Subject to availability. Tickets must be purchased in one transaction). Performance Times For events where an on stage time is indicated shows will commence at the time stated. (Check individual ticket for details). Seating The Met offers numbered seating to our customers for most events in the main theatre. You may request a particular seat when you book your tickets according to the seating plan. Many of our events are standing or partially seated - please check when purchasing your tickets.
CULTURE VULTURE MEMBERSHIP SCHEME JOIN OUR MEMBERSHIP SCHEME AND GET SPECIAL BENEFITS! You'll notice that throughout our programme, Culture Vultures are offered significant discounts on most events. To join the scheme costs just ÂŁ10 annually. As a member you will receive priority mailing for all events - meaning that you should not be disappointed by events having sold out. You'll be notified of all our activities well in advance and will receive invites to exhibition openings and special events at The Met. Becoming a Culture Vulture gives you more to enjoy at The Met and helps us to improve our service.
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HOW TO FIND THE MET LOCATION & DIRECTIONS
THE MET
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THE MET HOW TO BOOK YOUR TICKETS
Bury Elizabethan Suite
Bury College
By Car from the M60 (about 10 minutes) Take Junction 2 onto the M66. Exit the M66 at signs for Bury and follow the signs for East Lancs Railway. On Angouleme Way (Bury's ring road), turn right at the second traffic lights junction (the Elizabethan Suite is across to your left) into Haymarket Street. By Car from Manchester City Centre (about 20 minutes) Continue South on Deansgate onto Bury New Road (A56). Bury New Road crosses the M60 and becomes Manchester Road (A56) when you pass through Whitefield. Ignore the signs for town centre and turn right on to Knowsley Street. Cross the traffic lights into Haymarket Street.
By Car and Foot within Bury Town Centre You will pass the bus interchange on your right and follow a one way system around to the left. If you park on this street (outside the art gallery), The Met is a minute's walk away. At the end of the road, turn right onto Silver Street, turn right at the end and we are across the roundabout. By Metrolink Tram from Manchester and Salford Metrolink services run regularly to Bury from Manchester and Salford. Disembark at the Bury Metrolink terminus, and walk up Market Street to The Met. Last trams from Bury to Manchester leave Sunday 10.30pm; Monday-Thursday 11.30pm; Friday and Saturday 12.30am. 30
L I V E P E R F O R M A N C E I N B U RY
A visit to Automatic Lounge is a truly unique experience. Situated next to The Met, we offer simple, delicious food at reasonable prices, and now boast an extensive wine list. We believe in the importance of relaxation as an essential part of today's busy lifestyle, and our comfortable couches and friendly staff are a true testament to this. Whether you are snacking on one of our Ciabatta melts, enjoying a dish from our exclusive signature range, or just popping in for a quick coffee, Automatic is the place to be.
MOVING TOWARDS THE WEEKEND On Thursday nights we bring Bombay to Bury, with the most amazing curries you'll ever get to taste, cooked to order using traditional methods. Friday and Saturday evenings we wind you down with an eclectic mix of smooth grooves and classic chill out tunes, while on Sundays DJ Den{vibes} is the host of the evening. Whatever the time, whatever the occasion, a visit to Automatic is always an enjoyable experience. Try us, you might like us... Opening Times Mon-Sat 10am - 11pm Sun 12noon - 10.30pm Food Served Mon-Weds until 9pm Thurs-Sat until 10pm Sun until 9pm
Including RAMSBOTTOM RHYTHM & BLUES FESTIVAL
D I A RY O F E V E N T S
F E B R UA RY - J U LY 2 0 0 4 TICKET OFFICE: 0161 761 2216