Factory International

Factory International

Lost and Found
12 December – 6 January
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7 and 8 December
A night with the Johnny Marr Orchestra
The Manchester icon is joined by a bespoke orchestra for a career-spanning show.
Photo of children of zeus
9 December
Children of Zeus and Special Guest Ghetts
The soulful hip hop trailblazers play a hometown show with very special guest Ghetts
A snowman made from three mirror balls
Winter Factory
Explore what's on this winter – from markets and workshops to family fun and festive food and drink
Fitness instructor Joe Wicks
26–28 January 2024
MOVE Manchester
A brand new fitness experience for everyone, led by Joe Wicks

Aviva Studios

Photo of the exterior of Aviva Studios from across the river
Aviva Studios, the home of Factory International, is a landmark new cultural space for Manchester and the world. Come and visit us – we're open 10am–11pm Tuesday to Sunday.
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Opportunities

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  • Factory Settings

    Switch on and step into Factory Settings and access a whole new dimension to Aviva Studios through inventive and playful virtual experiences.

  • Factory Works

    A new audio artwork and accompanying film by Neville Gabie – created with Nabihah Iqbal, Mark Thomas and the Aviva Studios construction workers.

  • Dream Space Podcast

    What does art have the power or potential to do, when we allow ourselves to dream? We explore this in our new podcast, hosted by Gemma Cairney.

  • Editor in Residence

    Factory+ commissions some of the most exciting voices in contemporary writing to explore a selection of themes.

  • Games

    Play games and experiences by some of the most exciting artists working in the digital field.

  • Talks

    Watch our selection of talks and discussions from artists from across the programme of Factory International and MIF.

  • Videos

    Watch our latest video series across Factory+ featuring studio visits, behind the scenes, music sessions and more.
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