Talks & Lectures in Manchester

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Aviva Studios, Manchester

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Caitlin Moran - How To Be Hopeful

To celebrate the release of her brand-new book, Sunday Times Bestselling author Caitlin Moran will be heading out on tour accompanied by special guest hosts.The…

The Quays, Manchester

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John Cleese and The Holy Grail

This once-in-a-lifetime event features a special screening of the beloved cult classic, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, followed by an uproarious conversation…

Opera House, Manchester

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Miriam Margolyes: Full English

In her new book, Miriam's Full English, she turns her documentary-maker's eye on her own backyard.

Opera House, Manchester

An Evening with Racing Icons David Coulthard & Mika Häkkinen

Experience the electrifying reunion of Formula One’s most captivating driver partnership, as former team-mates, fierce rivals and companions David Coulthard and…

Opera House, Manchester

Off The Hook

Daz Black (Daz Games) and Will, of the successful YouTube channel Off The Hook, are hitting the road for the first time, bringing their Unhooked show to a theat…

Opera House, Manchester

Chris Williamson

Chris Williamson hits the road across the UK and Ireland with his Mostly Wise live show, bringing his journey and insights directly to audiences.

O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester

Poetry Encounters: Abraham Gragera in discussion with Brian Sneeden

Bilingual poetry reading and discussion exploring creativity, contemporary writing and the challenges of translating poetry into English.The Instituto Cervantes…

The Portico Library, Manchester

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The Science Of Dmt & Ayahuasca

Join us to explore the intersection of science, shamanism + DMT (the 'spirit molecule') and the entities it reveals.

Friend's Meeting House, Manchester

You Should Know Podcast

You Should Know Podcast at New Century Hall, Manchester

New Century Hall, Manchester

An Evening with Marina Hyde

Britain's favourite columnist and bestselling author, Marina Hyde comes to Manchester Literature Festival to celebrate her new book, What a Time to Be Alive!

Royal Northern College Of Music (RNCM), Manchester