The Lowry in Salford is set to become a temporary ‘Nightingale Court’, after signing a deal with the Ministry of […]
Culture
LOWRY: GM Artist Hub awarded £60,000 by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation
GM Artist Hub awarded £60,000 by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation to support independent artists, including the Lowry. A project led […]
Reopening of Working Class Movement Library Reading Room
A popular local reading room is reopening its doors, after spending time putting a series of additional safety measures in […]
New Bailey and 0161 Community create NHS mural
The New Bailey development project in Salford has collaborated with 0161 Community to create an art installation for the NHS. […]
Christopher Eccleston to reprise iconic Doctor Who role
It has been announced that Salford’s own Christopher Eccleston will return to his role as the Doctor Who’s Ninth Doctor […]
“This is the one way I could contribute” Local Artist raises funds for Salford Royal with window art
Emma Evans has received praise from the Salford community for her bright, uplifting window doodles, with many saying it made their […]
Ordsall Hall enters next phase of reopening
Salford historical landmark Ordsall Hall’s gardens have reopened. The roughly 750-year-old hall has been hosting support-bubble-sized visits during the COVID-19 […]
“A rite of passage for Manchester based artists” – The Zangwills’ Sam Davies explains what the closure of two iconic venues will mean for future artists.
Sam Davies (left) and frontman Jake Vickers (right), The Zangwills. Image credit – Alyx Ashton Some would argue that Salford […]
Back In Business: “Not out of the woods yet” – Salford Arts Theatre on surviving Covid
Salford Arts Theatre has long been a local landmark. Drawing on Salford’s rich arts history, it’s been the host of […]
Back In Business: “Overwhelming and emotional at times” – Lime Bar Salford Quays on adapting to the ‘new normal’
The Lime Bar, in Salford Quays, has re-opened it’s doors and welcomed back thirsty patrons. The bar provides a full […]
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Starring new role for The Lowry in Salford as arts venue signs deal to become temporary ‘Nightingale Court’
LOWRY: GM Artist Hub awarded £60,000 by the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation
Reopening of Working Class Movement Library Reading Room
New Bailey and 0161 Community create NHS mural
Christopher Eccleston to reprise iconic Doctor Who role