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Manchester International Festival 2023
Curiosity starts here. 29 June – 16 July.
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Yayoi Kusama artwork of large inflatable yellow tentacles with black polkadots on them
30 Jun 2023 – 28 Aug
You, Me and the Balloons
Yayoi Kusama is bringing her largest-ever immersive environment to Manchester
Janelle Monae portrait
30 June - 2 July
Janelle Monáe
The shapeshifting, multi-talented superstar returns to Manchester this summer for a three-night residency
A dancer in a nightclub wearing a silver costume
13 - 16 July
R.O.S.E: L-E-V and Young with Ben UFO
Celebrate the freedom of club culture and dance with L-E-V and record label Young
Kagami lead image
29 June - 9 July
Kagami
A groundbreaking mixed-reality concert event created by legendary composer and musician Ryuichi Sakamoto in collaboration with Tin Drum

INVENT TOMORROW TOGETHER

At Factory International, we have a year-round programme of events for you. It could be theatre, dance, music, exhibition, performance or a combination. A twist on the familiar, or a leap into the unknown. 

We’re putting art in the heart of Manchester; within reach of everyone. We have a range of discounted tickets for all our own programme and shows, including £10 or less options – so you can experience extraordinary events, at affordable prices. 

All you need is curiosity and a little imagination.

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Current opportunities

Volunteer

Would you like to be a part of one of the world’s most dynamic and adventurous cultural festivals?

Jobs

Want to realise your potential? You've come to the right place. Take a look at our current job opportunities.

Factory Academy: Foundations In Freelance

Ready to forge your own path? Get to grips with the foundations of freelancing.

Become a Member

Want to be first in line for unforgettable experiences and special invitations? Then become a Member of Factory International.

Young Factory

Join today for free and you’ll get discounted tickets for gigs, exhibitions, the theatre and other arty adventures.

Features

MIF23 trailer

MIF23

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B!TEZ stands in front of a disco ball photographed by Marieke Macklon

Factory Sessions | B!TEZ | Be Like You

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Train & Learn with us

Factory Academy

A home to help people from all backgrounds start new careers in the creative industries.

Artist Development

Experimentation and ambition drive our work at Factory International. This is the place to stretch out, develop and evolve.

International Training

Learn from Factory International producers, attend talks by industry experts and meet global leaders in our sector.

Learning Programmes

There is creativity in everyone, at any age. We help to bring it out through our artist commissions and educational resources.
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