Factory Talks

A series of talks where the brightest minds in art, culture, and innovation come together to share their insights and creative journeys.

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Artist Talk: Ai Weiwei – Button Up!

World-leading artist Ai Weiwei joined us for an exclusive conversation on Button Up! – a landmark exhibition now open in Manchester, confronting 200 years of power, trade, war, culture and Empire that have shaped Sino-British relations.

In this exclusive conversation, Ai Weiwei reflects on a remarkable life and career, his fearless creative practice and the brand-new body of work at the heart of Button Up!

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