The Latest Breaking News from Aviva Studios

DJ King Charles serves up royal remix during Manchester visit

The King moved to the groove as an onlooker said: ‘It’s not as easy as it looks, is it?’

The Independent UK · Mar 16

Chinese artist Ai Weiwei to hold first major show in the north of England

Manchester arts organisation Factory International has revealed the upcoming season at Aviva Studios.

Evening Standard · Jan 20

Hamlet Hail to the Thief at Aviva Studios Manchester review: Radiohead plus Shakespeare? Yes please

4/5 These two very different works have been fused into an urgent, frantic 100-minute work that’s part drama, part dance piece and part gig

Evening Standard · May 8, 2025

First look at Manchester International Festival Square's new riverside location

Take a look at the new location for MIF 2023s Festival Square

Manchester Evening News · Jun 30, 2023

Bridge over River Irwell connecting Salford and Manchester finally reopens after six year wait

The bridge was closed after the completion of the Ordsall Chord railway bridge in 2017.

Manchester Evening News · Jun 29, 2023

Huge inflatable dolls and balloon sculptures - the exhibition you have to see at Manchester International Festival

Renowned Japanese artist Yayoi Kusama has brought her largest-ever immersive environment to Manchester

Manchester Evening News · Jun 29, 2023

How to get to Manchester International Festival's new Festival Square and Aviva Studios - walking route, nearest train, tram, and parking

The huge new arts space will open to the public for the first time for the Manchester International Festival next week

Manchester Evening News · Jun 22, 2023

Manchester’s new arts venue to be named Aviva Studios

The insurance giant has obtained naming rights for the major cultural destination which will open later this year.

The Independent UK · Jun 20, 2023