A city-wide, spirits-lifting, socially-distanced community singalong bringing together communities across Greater Manchester.

A secret adrenalin-fuelled rave experience by Mr Wilson’s Second Liners.

A stirring theatrical and musical immersion into the sound and identity of singer Nico, co-created by Maxine Peake and Sarah Frankcom.

An anarchic street theatre extravaganza, bursting with colour and sound and rallying impromptu raves on street corners.

A unique gig/theatre hybrid industrial music drama created by Jane Horrocks, Nick Vivian and Wrangler for Manchester International Festival 2017.

A new initiative offering residents the opportunity to present their very own micro-international festival in their home for local community members.

An interactive sound and visual installation created by artists Jason Singh and Cassiel for the Great Hall at the Royal Exchange Theatre.

One of the UK’s leading multi-arts festivals, programming and commissioning artists across music, comedy, visual arts, performance and more.

A £700,000 programme funded by The Co-operative Foundation exploring ways of challenging and changing negative perceptions of young people.

A music, drama and visual arts programme for young people with Autistic Spectrum Condition, delivered by the Royal Exchange Theatre and Manchester Camerata.

Fourteen days and nights of theatre, music, film, cooking, exhibitions and opinion-gathering – produced and managed by young people.

A professional showcase opportunity for young Greater Manchester performers across a range of artforms including theatre, multimedia, spoken word, music and dance.