LISTINGS - 8TH JULY

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Buzz of the Modern Bee

Written Poetry Exhibition
Modern Words for Modern Minds
Poet Gerard Jenkins-Omar entertains the walls at the Urbis Cafe in an exhibition that looks at the soul of a Noughties Manchester
10am-6pm
Urbis, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, M4 3BG,

Dust- A photographic project by AJ Wilkinson & Marc Provins

Contemporary photography
Photography simplifies the chaos
AJ Wilkinson & Marc Provins are hunter gatherers. Observing the accidentally arranged, attempting to explore the interconnectedness of all things
10am-6pm
Urbis, Cathedral Gardens, Manchester, M4 3BG,

Eve Bennett, Head Full of Magic

Ceramics exhibition
Spot the Mouse. Win original artwork
The 3rd winner of Manchester Craft & Design Centre's Graduate Exhibition Award, Eve Bennett makes whimsical, delicately glazed ceramics based on personal memories and stories.
Mon to Sat; 10am till 5.30pm
Manchester Craft & Design Centre, 17 Oak Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester M4 5JD

The Miraculous Emporium Of Amazing Altered Books

Altered Books / Artists Books / Mixed Media / Craft
Altered Books By Various Artists
Woodend Artists' group show of fantastically altered books, kinetic sculptures and other ephemera. Sure to appeal to any art or book lover!
Tues-Fri: 10am-12.30pm, 1pm-5pm, Thur 1pm-7.30pm, Sat 9am-12.30pm, 1pm-4pm
Central Art Gallery, Old Street, Ashton Under Lyne, OL6 7SG,

Woodend Artists' Showcase

Illustration, Printmaking, Textiles and more
Group Show In Media
A fantastic group show of painting, printmaking, ceramics, photography & sculpture launches Salford's newest gallery with something for everyone.
Mon-Wed:10am-4pm, Thur, Fri 10am-9pm, Sat 9am-12.30pm, 1pm-4pm
Angel Urban Gallery, The Angel Centre, St. Philips Place, Salford, M3 6FA,

Re Use: Objects of Virtue

Art Exhibition
Discarded objects or vintage things
This exhibition at Nexus Art Cafe is based on objects that have had a previous life. Here is an exploration and re-interpretation, making new from old.
10am-7pm
Nexus Art Cafe, Dale Street, Northern Quarter, Manchester, M1 1JW
Free

Mad About Manchester Artists

Fresh talent from the UK's most vibrant city
Heighten your visual senses
An all inclusive exhibition of emerging local artists. Paints, prints, photos ... drawings, sculpture, jewellery ... a little something for all eyes.
12-8pm
The Kiosks (1st Floor) @ The Great Northern, Deansgate,

Venn.tv- '60' premiere

Short film comedy/spoof
"60 seconds and counting"
The first of this year's Venn.tv productions premieres, making fun of a popular show and bad pronunciation
12pm onwards

Bring Your Knitting! (POETICA)

Poetry, Knitting
Knit or simply sit and listen
Poetica invites you to knit and listen to poetry. And even if you don't knit, this event is for YOU! Everyone welcome!
6.00pm - 7.30pm
Committee Room, Central Library, St. Peter's Square, Manchester, M2 5PD
Free

The Circuit Series: The North will Rise Again

Panel Talk, DJs and Bands
Based on the book by John Robb
Join our panel of music bods in a talk about the past, present and future of Manchester's musical journey. Stick around after for live performances.
6:30 pm
The Circle Club, Barton Arcade, Manchester M3 2BB

Arty Farty Film Party

Collaborative Film Party
It's an Arty Farty Film Party
It's an Arty Farty Film Party and you're invited. We pick the decade, we pick the genre - you pick the film! Vote online at artyfartyfilmparty.co.uk/notpartof
7pm
An Outlet, 77 Dale Street, Manchester, M1 2HG
Free

Sez Dez - an evening with Dez Skin

Science Fiction forum
One of the fathers of British comics
An insight into the heart of comics and all they stand for. An interesting evening with the one and only Mr Skin himself
7pm
Lass O'Gowrie, 36 Charles Street, Manchester M1 7DB Phone 0161 2736932

Scratch Poets

Performance poetry
Come & scratch that poetry itch...
A wonderful combination of established poets to guide you & open mic to get the world involved. Come to listen, to be nurtured, to have an ace time.
7:30pm
The Spread Eagle, Wilbraham Road, Chorlton, Manchester, M21 9LD
£3
Email scratchpoets@hotmail.co.uk
Contains strong language: You'll love it

Pianoke Busker Bar

An eclectic blend of music including pop, jazz, rock, folk and theatre
Grab a mic for a song or two!
Classier than karaoke, the Pianoke Busker Bar is a fun safe place to enjoy singing amongst a group of friends. Pianoke - keeping music live
7.30 - 11pm
Sabai Lounge, Taurus Bar, Canal Street, Manchester, M1 3HE,

Kinofilm presents KINO SHORTS

Short Film Night
High profile short night with debate
Local and regional short films followed by discussion, debate, audience Q & A with the filmmakers by Kino's host and punk-rocker, journalist and media commentator John Robb.
7.30 (start 8.00pm - 11.00pm)
Greenroom, 54-56 Whitworth St West, Manchester M1 5WW,

Cheeky chops productions presents: 40

One act play. Black comedy.
More than just a number!
Birthdays mean so much! Especially the important ones. To Lucy 40 is more than just a number.
7.30pm (double bill with The Wait)
Ape and Apple pub, 28-30 John Dalton St, Manchester, M2 6HQ, 0161 839 9624
£5 adult and £4 conc. Advanced booking: Email orangetheclown@hotmail.co.uk
Facebook: cheeky chops productions
Contains strong language / adult themes

Fish Out Of Water Theatre present The Wait

Drama
Who watches the watchers?
"They were friends. Then IT happened! Now forever linked and guided by the sacred rules of 10, they are summoned together for the first time..."
7.30pm (double bill with 40)
Ape and Apple pub, 28-30 John Dalton St, Manchester, M2 6HQ, 0161 839 9624
£5 Adults £4 concs
Facebook: Fish Out of Water Theatre
Contains strong language

The Ladyboys Of Bangkok

Cabaret
Brace yourself for take off!
Even glitzier and more glamorous. Fasten your seat belts as the Ladyboys take you Mile High - it's the show that everyone is talking about
Mondays - Wednesday 8:00pm, Thursdays - Saturdays 7:00pm & 9:15pm, Sundays 5:00pm & 7:30pm
The Sabai Pavilion, Sackville Street, NCP Car Park (off Bloom St.), Manchester, M1 3LY
Adults £22, Concessions £19 (not valid Thurs, Fri, Sat), Students £10 (not valid Thurs, Fri, Sat)
Box Office open on site from Tuesday 23rd June 2009 11am - 9.30pm daily
No children under 12 at 7.30 shows / no under 16's at later shows.....

Mr.B The Gentleman Rhymer

Chap-Hop
Tea, pipes, an uprocking good suit
With a decade of caterwauling with the Schooner Boys under his belt, Mr.B brings you Chap-Hop. His recitals have earned plaudits, largely from top shelf gentlemen's quarterlies
9pm
Lass O'Gowrie, 36 Charles Street, Manchester M1 7DB Phone 0161 2736932