Events

Peterloo 2019 programme of events, inspired by the people and spirit of Peterloo, took place across Greater Manchester throughout 2019.

Here are just a few highlight events to give you a flavour of the programme…

The Peaceful Weavers

The Peaceful Weavers of Peterloo

Start time: Thu 25th July 6:00PM
End time: Thu 25th July 7:00PM
Venue: Manchester Central Library, Manchester city centre
Event type: Performance

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There is a light that never goes out

Start time: Thu 25th July 2:30PM
End time: Sat 10th August 7:30PM
Venue: Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester city centre
Event type: Performance

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In Conversation with Billy Bragg

Billy Bragg in conversation with Dave Haslam and introduced by Young Identity.

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Art Battle Manchester: Peterloo Special

Special edition of Art Battle at Manchester Art Gallery.

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The Hidden Tableaux: Red Saunders

Powerful exhibition at Manchester Central Library and stunning outdoor projection.

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Black and British: David Olusoga

David Olusoga in conversation with Manchester Histories Chair, Prof Hannah Barker at Manchester Art Gallery.

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Rise like Lions

Powerful performance during Manchester International Festival celebrating the spirit of activism.

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Peterloo Now

Manchester Histories in partnership with Guardian Live and University of Manchester present four topical panel debates.

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Enormous thanks to our partners and funders

Heritage Lottery Fund

Greater Manchester Combined Authority

Manchester Metropolitan University

People's History Museum

British Council

The Guardian

BBC Radio Manchester

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