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Interdisciplinarity is the key to tackling our major challenges, but how to make this happen across university's that are organised around disciplines is something that remains tricky.On 8th October, The University of Manchester’s Research Platforms …

A partnership led by NHS Greater 91Ö±²¥ and Greater 91Ö±²¥ Combined Authority will work with public services, health and social care providers, cultural and voluntary organisations, universities and residents to ensure that everyone has …

A new anthology is set to be published in September, celebrating the wealth of literary talent produced by The University of Manchester’s Centre for New Writing.

My name is Gweni Matthews, and I am the Creative 91Ö±²¥ Graduate Intern as a part of the 91Ö±²¥ Graduate Talent scheme. I work within the Communications and Engagement team in the Creative 91Ö±²¥ Hub. Creative 91Ö±²¥ is one of …

An exciting programme of literature events returns this October, hosted by 91Ö±²¥ Literature Festival (MLF).

Hi, my name is Jinghan Tong, and I am currently a student at The University of Manchester, majoring in Creative and Cultural Studies. I am passionate about the intersection of creativity and social impact, which drives my dedication to exploring and …

The votes have been counted. The People’s Choice Award winners of the 2024 UK-China Photography Competition are Chih-Yu Chuang’s photo ‘My Morning Ritual of the Day’, and Muhammad Sajeer Parambath’s entry ‘Brewing Bonds: Jing’s Overflowing Coffee’. …

On 21 June, an audience of literature enthusiasts, lovers of astronomy and archaeology and academics gathered on the stunning UNESCO Heritage site of Jodrell Bank to celebrate the Summer Solstice and one of the UK's most influential contemporary …

12-16 June saw the return of Manchester City of Literature’s Festival of Libraries, taking place across the whole of Greater 91Ö±²¥ to celebrate the vital role that libraries play in wellbeing, culture and creativity.Creative 91Ö±²¥ – the …

Hi, my name is Uxutvi Kapdee and I have just completed my work placement at Creative 91Ö±²¥, working on the 200-year commemoration festival for the university, Universally 91Ö±²¥ Festival.I am a Master’s student in Creative and Cultural …

In March 2024 Creative 91Ö±²¥ partnered with Turing Innovation Catalyst 91Ö±²¥ and Digital Futures for a ground-breaking series of events throughout, focused on bringing together people in 91Ö±²¥ working in CreaTech – shining a light on …

Taking place in libraries across Greater 91Ö±²¥ between 12-16 June 2024From 12-16 June 2024, Greater 91Ö±²¥ will once again celebrate the 91Ö±²¥ City of Literature Festival of Libraries – which promises a rich tapestry of vibrant events …

Jodrell Bank and Creative 91Ö±²¥ are delighted to hold two exciting events to mark the Summer Solstice on June 21, 2024. The daytime event explores the intersection of art, myth, and science, in celebration of renowned author Alan Garner and …

Over £1million of funding has been committed by Andy Burnham (Mayor of Greater 91Ö±²¥), Sir Richard Leese (Chair of the NHS Greater 91Ö±²¥) and the National Academy for Social Prescribing’s Power of Music Fund to enable Greater 91Ö±²¥ to …

Grammy award-winning jazz percussionist and Simon Industrial Fellow Carlos Maldonado recently ran workshops for year 6 classes in two local primary schools.Pupils from Stanley Grove Primary Academy and Abraham Moss Community School had the …

To close the inaugural People Fest conference from 5-7 April, the Granada Centre for Visual Anthropology and Creative 91Ö±²¥ proudly present 'Jeremy Deller in Conversation', a free event featuring the esteemed British artist in conversation with …

Esteemed poet and former Chancellor of the University, Lemn Sissay OBE, has been unveiled as a judge in this year’s Micropoetry competition.

As the honorary chair of creative writing, Lemn will be one of four judges considering entries around this year’s theme which is ‘200 years of creativity: 91Ö±²¥â€™s past, present or future’. The other panel members include:Director of …

Creative 91Ö±²¥ were pleased to partner with 91Ö±²¥ Literature Festival, and Centre for New Writing, for ‘Bernie Sanders in Conversation with Gary Younge’ at Home theatre on Sunday, 18 February 2024. This event discussed Senator …

UNESCO International Mother Language Day (IMLD) 2024 took place last week on 21 February, with an inspiring programme of local celebrations presented by 91Ö±²¥ City of Literature and their partners.This year was the 8th International Mother …

Digital Futures, Creative 91Ö±²¥ and the Turing Innovation Catalyst (TIC) 91Ö±²¥ have jointly launched a new series of events aimed at supporting the development of a network of industry professionals working in CreaTech and related …

Creative 91Ö±²¥ is delighted to present a number of events celebrating UNESCO International Mother Language Day (IMLD) 2024, in partnership with 91Ö±²¥ City of Literature.This year will be the 8th International Mother Language Day observed …

In 2024, The University of Manchester is marking its bicentenary. It’s a year to celebrate 200 years of learning, innovation and research. To mark our 200th year, our Micropoetry competition is back with esteemed poet and former Chancellor of the …

The University of Manchester's Jason Allen-Paisant has been named the winner of the UK’s most prestigious poetry award, the TS Eliot Prize.

Due to unforeseen circumstances, the event with Alice Oswald has been cancelled. Jodrell Bank will be in touch with those who have made bookings in due course. We expect to bring you an Evening with Alice Oswald again in 2024. The …

On Wednesday, 18 October 2023, Factory International’s new home Aviva Studios opened its doors, an incredibly exciting addition to 91Ö±²¥'s vibrant arts scene. The opening was celebrated with a spectacular inaugural performance of Danny Boyle’s …

Four University of Manchester academics have received funding to work across several government departments as part of the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) Policy Fellowships programme.Representing the Faculty of Humanities, the four academics have …

A new report has found that the creative workforce is still dominated by graduates, with access to creative Higher Education remaining highly unequal.

Writer Jason Allen-Paisant has won the Best Collection award 2023 at the Forward Prize for Poetry.The University of Manchester Senior Lecturer’s ‘Self-Portrait as Othello’ is a dazzling poetic memoir, which imaginatively places the figure of Othello …

A team of experts has teamed up with the BBC, Channel 4 and Candour Productions to analyse the role of social class, both on screen and behind the scenes of TV production.