Next at The Met # 6
Patrick Monahan
Hug Me, I Feel Good
Presented by Phil McIntyre Entertainments in association with Vivienne Smith Management.
Lovable comedian Patrick Monahan blends a high energy style with hilarious and engaging stories of his Irish/Iranian/Teeside heritage. Patrick performs this hit show direct from the Edinburgh Festival. Laugh and be hugged at the same time!
The winner of ITV One's Show Me The Funny!
"Raised the roof"
- The Sun
"Omid Djalili meets Dave Allen"
- Daily Mail
"Lovable stuff"
- Independent
Not Appropriate: Confessions of an R.E. Teacher
Kevin Precious
Not appropriate is the most overused term of disapproval in the teacher's canon.
Join Kevin as he explores his former life as a teacher. A show that will appeal to anyone who has ever taught or - for that matter - been to school; parts of which are likely to be not appropriate...
Spiro
This contemporary acoustic ensemble first came together through Bristol's folk sessions scene in 1993, trading under the name of The Famous Five.
Their third album Lightbox is an extraordinarily stirring record, it showcases a highly imaginative and highly disciplined group with a sound that's unified but never uniform. All four members, all four instruments, pull in the same direction, creating music thats intricate yet so full of momentum. These are hurrying, scurrying soundscapes that sweep majestically with cinematic presence, echoing - at various points - the work of Steve Reich, Michael Nyman and the Penguin Cafe Orchestra.
But, kindred spirits aside, this is the music of Spiro - undeniably English, undeniably theirs.
"Spiro's infectious melodic exuberance propels the rhythmic engine skywards like a euphoric dance anthem"
- Owen Hewson, Now Then Manchester.
The Houghton Weavers
With their inimitable blend of music and comedy The Houghton Weavers ensure an excellent show with laugh out loud moments a plenty. Their down to earth Northern charm guarantees a family friendly and welcoming atmosphere where audience participation is greatly encouraged. So come and sing along and take a nostalgic trip down memory lane.
Up Jumped Spring!
Metro Jazz
Leap into springtime with Metro Jazz. A vernal feast of music in the jazz vernacular, featuring Metro Jazz, The Met's own community jazz orchestra, led by the legendary Munch Manship.
Image by Louise Docker
The Wonderful Wizard of Oz
Image Musical Theatre
Based on Frank Baum's original story, Dorothy, the Tin Man, the Scarecrow and the Cowardly Lion all follow the Yellow Brick Road to the Emerald City and Oz.
After many adventures and the defeat of a wicked witch, the friends are given much more than they originally requested. However, will Dorothy and Toto get back home to Kansas?
With excellent original music, superb costumes, ingenious scenery and a great driving action this production is guaranteed to hold you spellbound.
Suitable for 5-11 year olds and their families.
Ian Siegal
Charismatic and massively talented, Mojo magazine rated Siegal as "the cleverest writer and most magnetic performer of Blues in the UK." In 2009, Mojo commended Siegal for recording the Blues Album of the Year. Last year Siegal won Band of the Year at the 2010 British Blues Awards.
Karine Polwart
Award winning Scottish folk singer-songwriter Karine Polwart's simple but evocative style has established her as one of the genre's most respected artists. Don't miss a compelling performance from one of Scotland's finest and most captivating folk artists who will be showcasing tracks from her new, much anticipated, fifth studio album scheduled for release in summer 2012.
Ramsbottom Festival Comedy Club
in support of Ramsbottom Festival 2012
A hilarious evening featuring the cream of comedy talent Live in Ramsbottom. With;
Jay Hampson- excellent timing, a laid back delivery and intelligent material drawing topics as varied as his personal battle with social class to the sexual inadequacy of endangered species.
Plus three more exciting acts!
A First Thursday Comedy Club event.
A Ramsbottom Festival Fundraiser event.
First Thursday Comedy Club
A hilarious evening featuring the cream of comedy talent on the first Thursday of every month.This month features Scottish comedian of the year Ro Campbell (a great achievement for an Australian!) plus soon-to-be-famous Nina Smith.
Plus two more hillarious acts!
A First Thursday Comedy Club event.