On Monday the 25th of January, there’ll be a Burns Night celebration at Electrik Bar in Chorlton. In honour of the national poet of Scotland, you’ll be able to get 5 shots of single malt whisky for just £19.50. Each one represents a distinct flavour… Read more »

This martial-arts epic by Taiwanese master, Hou Hsiao-hsien, is set in the ninth century and focuses on professional killer Yinniang (the ethereal Shu Qi), whose lethal effectiveness has become compromised by her troubled conscience.   The film is currently certified 82% fresh on Rotten Tomatoes,… Read more »

Manchester Beer and Cider Festival will feature over 600 beers, ciders and perries. The festival is organised by the Greater Manchester Branches of The Campaign For Real Ale (CAMRA) and runs from Wednesday the 20th to Saturday the 23rd of January at Manchester Central.  … Read more »

The legendary Black Flag frontman, Henry Rollins, is back in the UK in 2016 for a spoken word tour called Charmingly Obstinate. Over the years, Rollins has forged his own distinct career path, with the intensity of his punk rock roots, matched by the uncompromising… Read more »

Gein’s Family Giftshop are a comedy sketch group with three performers; James Meehan, Ed Easton and Kath Hughes. They have been described by The Skinny as “a joy to watch, provided you don’t suffer from a nervous disposition”.   The Gein’s Family Giftshop Bargain Basement… Read more »