Jobs

Learning and Participation Manager - Lowry

Lead the planning and delivery of creative learning and engagement programmes for children, young people and families at Lowry, helping to increase access to arts and culture. The role involves managing multiple projects, working with a range of partners and stakeholders, and championing inclusive creative opportunities.

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Event

The Conch – Free Community Library and Arts Resource

The Conch (Cast-Off Drama) is a unique site-specific library and art installation located within the East St Arts/Grit Studios building at Salford Shopping Precinct. Designed as a spiralling shell of bookcases, it contains over 2,000 books available to borrow free of charge, covering topics including literature, poetry, theatre, art, feminism, LGBTQ+ issues, politics, history, philosophy and ecology.

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Events Delivery Manager - Lowry

The Lowry is recruiting an Event Delivery Manager to oversee the live delivery of events across its venue in Salford. This hands-on role involves coordinating event operations, managing set-ups and timings, briefing teams, liaising with clients, and ensuring events are delivered safely, professionally and to a high standard. Working closely with hospitality, technical and facilities teams, the successful candidate will help create seamless guest experiences while supporting future event planning and improvements.

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Board Members Wanted - Coalesce Dance Theatre

Coalesce Dance Theatre is seeking two additional Directors to join its board as the organisation transitions into a Community Interest Company (CIC). The role involves helping to guide the strategic development and governance of the Manchester-based contemporary dance company, which is led by women, LGBTQIA+ and disabled artists and focuses on empowering children and young people through inclusive dance experiences. 

Deadline: 16 October at midday

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Event

Prido Presents: The Gamilee Experience 2

PRIDO Presents: The Gamilee Experience 2 returns to Band on the Wall following the success of its sold-out first edition.

The annual showcase from Manchester Afro-fusion and Alté artist PRIDO brings together a handpicked lineup of standout artists for an evening celebrating unity, fresh culture and live performance.

Venue: Band on the Wall
Artists on stage: 9.30pm
Tickets: £8 Early Bird / £10 Advance

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SEE MY WORLD - Film Festival 2026

SEE MY WORLD brings its first Film Festival to Contact, Manchester, celebrating Pan-African and Global Majority film, culture, conversation and community.

Expect films from across the North of England, archival screenings and new documentary premieres, alongside Q&As, workshops, panels, exhibitions and immersive performances. Meet established and award-winning filmmakers, explore Manchester through its archives, and connect with filmmakers and creatives from across the UK.

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Salford Centenary: The Wagon Train Finale

Celebrate Salford’s 100th birthday with a spectacular outdoor extravaganza in Seedley Park, created by outdoor arts pioneers Walk the Plank.

Expect aerial performance, live music, DJs, dancers, lanterns, a glowing Time Capsule, the Wagon Train of inventions and the return of the gigantic birthday cake. The evening will culminate in a huge fire drawing designed by young people and a fireworks finale.

The event is inclusive and suitable for families, with level ground and bench-style seating available.
 

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Funding & Grants

Jerwood x Royal Court Commissioning Scheme


Applications are open for this national fund supporting new play commissions across the UK. Six grants of up to £6,000 will be awarded to joint proposals from playwrights and producing venues or companies, helping support ambitious new writing.

A free webinar will take place on Tuesday 13 October, 10:30am for anyone wanting to find out more.

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Salford Everywhere: A City Gathering

From The Other presents the world premiere of Salford Everywhere, a monumental living portrait of Salford created by award-winning visual artist and filmmaker Matthew Rosier, featuring video artworks of more than 1,500 Salfordians.

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