Past events
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Professor Christian Goeschel’s Inaugural Lecture: Senses, Emotions, and Politics in Germany in 1933
16:00 - 18:00 24 June 2026
Abstract: In the current global crisis of liberal democracy, a menacing threat of right-wing populism, and war in Europe and elsewhere, a fresh analysis of the Nazi capture of power has renewed relevance. The process by which Germany became a one-party dictatorship was accompanied by an everyday assault...
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Solstice and Equinox series: Cosmic Titans – in conversation with David Olusoga
18:00 - 21:00 19 June 2026
Join Creative Manchester and Jodrell Bank for an evening that moves between science, art and philosophy to ponder what it means to imagine the universe when what we know is only ever partial. Reflecting on Cosmic Titans – an exhibition of sculpture, installation and photographic work created through...
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PPERC Launch: 'The Political Economies of Fossil Fuel Phase Out'
14:00 - 16:00 18 June 2026
Launch of the People, Place and Energy Research Centre with a guest lecture by Professor Peter Newell Launch of PPERC position paper on place-based energy transformations with Nannette Youssef, Policy Manager at the Runnymede Trust How can the world wean itself off climate changing fossil fuels? This...
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Code Anxiety Club
12:30 - 13:00 16 June 2026
Feeling overwhelmed by the command line? Confused by file pathways? Want to navigate the world of coding with confidence? Join the Code Anxiety Club! Viewers can follow along as we work through common beginner topics while coding live for a quick half hour. No prior experience, installed software or...
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In-between China and the World: Audio-Visual Portraits of Everyday International Relations
13:30 - 15:00 15 June 2026
Step into the world of global China through a series of five captivating short documentary films made by researchers in Argentina, Thailand, Belarus and the Chinese borders of Russia and Myanmar. Meet singers, CEOs, beauty queens, jade traders, and noodle makers to see how they navigate cultural differences...
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Relaxed Performance - Summer Sing and Sign-along
10:00 - 10:50 12 June 2026
A 50-minute musical treat, in a relaxed setting. Open to everybody. This relaxed performance is intended to be welcoming for people who may not feel comfortable attending formal concerts. Fully accessible | BSL interpreted | FREE - all welcome! The concert will start at 11am and end at 11.50am...
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MUMS Estival Ensembles Extravaganza
14:00 - 15:00 12 June 2026
The final concert of the year for the MUMS Ensembles! Join us for a fun-filled afternoon of music. ESTIVAL BUNDLE DEAL: 25% off your tickets when you buy a ticket for this concert AND the MUMS Estival Session Orchestra Concert on 11th June. (Only available online. Not available in conjunction with Promotional...
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Introduction to time diary data (part two)
12:00 - 15:30 11 June 2026
This free online short course introduces participants to time diary data analysis, a multidisciplinary field that has made a sustained contribution to the social sciences for over 50 years. The course combines an introduction to the basic concepts of time use analysis with hands-on practical sessions...
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Disability Pride Month Celebration: Accessible Dance Workshop with Award-Winning Propel Dance
12:00 - 14:30 11 June 2026
This unique session will be led by Propel Dance, the UK’s first and only award-winning professional wheelchair dance company. The workshop is designed for everyone to take part — no dance experience needed. Whether you want to actively join in, move at your own pace, or simply experience something...
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MUMS Estival Session Orchestra Concert
17:00 - 18:00 11 June 2026
The final concert of the year for the MUMS Symphony Orchestra. Join us as they play the famous soundtracks of Star Wars, Lord of the Rings and How To Train Your Dragon. The programme also features music from Smetana, Tchaikovsky and The Sound of Music. ESTIVAL BUNDLE DEAL: 25% off your tickets when...
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