Classes & Workshops
Weekly at The Met, Saturday 17 May - Saturday 26 July, 2pm - 4pm
Bloco Ashê: Bury Samba
A new group playing Brazilian, Cuban and African influenced rhythms
£4 / £1 concession (for unwaged) / Or £40 for a term membership
Bloco Ashê is an new group that aims to promote, support and develop percussion-based music and related carnival arts in Bury.
The band welcome new members who want to join, both drummers and dancers, at all levels of skill and experience. This is a great opportunity to be part of the joy and explosion of energy that is carnival. All you need is yourself and a lot of energy!
To book a place just call The Met ticket office on 0161 761 2216.
Every Sunday: 10am-1pm
Stagecoach
With Ruth Mauriello
A workshop for young people aged 6 to 16 with an interest in dance, drama and music. (More information from Ruth on 0161 763 6161 /07738 267346).
Mondays, 5-7pm
Streetwise Drama Workshops
Led by Claire Stride
A weekly drop-in drama session for young people based on issues that they feel are important, leading to a performance at The Met. If you are interested contact Claire on 0161 253 6476.
Mondays 6.30pm-8.30pm
Metro Jazz
led by Munch Manship
A community jazz workshop led by Munch Manship, open to everyone over 16 with at least intermediate skills (experience of playing in a band not necessary).
Further details from Metro Jazz, The Met, Market Street, Bury BL9 0BW
Every Monday & Tuesday, 7pm-9pm
Met Express
Led by Suzi Dick and Sue Scott
A touring drama group for young people aged 13 and over with disabilities who perform all over the North West and at The Met. This workshop is full and is not taking new members.
Tuesdays, 5.30pm-7pm
Bury Youth Dance
Led by Faye Temple
An exciting dance workshop for pupils attending Sports Partnership Schools aged 11 to 17 working towards performances in Bury. The workshops are full at the moment - to go on a waiting list, contact Faye on 07970 658227.
Tuesdays, 7.30pm-9pm
Bury Vocal Collective
Led by Rose Hodgson
Tickets: £4 per session;
For all people who want to sing - regardless of whether they think they are in tune or not!
Every Wednesday
Bury Youth Theatre
Led by Claire Fildes and Mark Young
Tickets: £2.50 per session;
Physical theatre for young people. Places available - call 0161 761 7107 for details.
Saturdays, 10.30am-12noon
Young Singing Collective
This fun singing workshop for 10-16 year-olds is taking a break for the summer, but will return in September.