Works is already well underway to bring creativity, discovery and inspiration to the high street in Stockport at the new Stockroom facility being developed in Merseyway Shopping Centre. New updated hoardings around the building site are creating a buzz about what is to come at Stockroom, which … [Read more...]
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More than 50 events lined up to close out Stockport’s year as Greater Manchester Town of Culture
25 locations across Stockport town centre will host more than 50 events over the weekend of 23 and 24 March as the town celebrates the end of its tenure as Greater Manchester Town of Culture. Stockport took on the mantle of Greater Manchester Town of Culture in April 2023, and over the past 12 … [Read more...]
Stockport Council to appoint contractors to address RAAC at Romiley’s Forum Theatre
Stockport Council has confirmed that it will appoint contractors to begin work on long-term safety at the Forum Theatre in Romiley, including regarding the presence of Reinforced Aerated Autoclave Concrete (RAAC). The Forum Theatre in Romiley, home to performing arts company, NK Theatre Arts, has … [Read more...]
Stockport’s night-time economy retains Purple Flag accreditation
Stockport has retained its prestigious Purple Flag accreditation for the town centre’s evening and night-time economy. The internationally-recognised accolade is awarded to areas that provide a vibrant and diverse mix of dining, entertainment and culture, while also promoting the safety and … [Read more...]
NK Theatre Arts goes ahead with summer youth performances at New Mills Art Theatre
NK Theatre Arts is proud to announce its commitment to two exhilarating youth performances this Summer, taking place at the New Mills Art Theatre. Audiences can witness Stockport's young talent shine in performances of Disney's enchanting "Moana Junior", and the vibrant energy of "Everybody's … [Read more...]
NK Theatre Arts wins big at NODA Awards
Stockport’s NK Theatre Arts enjoyed a great evening of success at the North West District 1 awards ceremony of the National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA). The evening recognised events and performances that took place during 2023. Stockport-based NK were nominated a total of 46 times … [Read more...]
Multiple NODA nominations for NK Theatre Arts
Stockport’s NK Theatre Arts have been nominated for 46 awards by The National Operatic and Dramatic Association (NODA) as part of its annual award ceremony to take place in January. The organisation is part of NODA's North West District 1 and the awards recognises theatre excellence across the … [Read more...]
Emirates Old Trafford events drive £22.5 million boost to Greater Manchester economy
Major events held at the Emirates Old Trafford cricket ground have brought in economic benefits of £22.5 million to the wider Greater Manchester, according to research by Marketing Manchester. The organisation, which promotes the city-region at a national and international level, has conducted … [Read more...]
Stockport celebrates musical heritage in Town of Culture year
Stockport has celebrated its musical heritage at a Town of Culture event hosted by Stockport Council at the town's War Memorial Art Gallery. Stockport Council welcomed music legend, Graham Gouldman to the town for an an intimate conversation and Q&A session with music as part of the town's … [Read more...]
Stockport’s Spectacular Sunday sees town centre experience busiest Sunday in four years
Stockport experienced its busiest Sunday since 2019 as Stockport's Spectacular Sunday event drew thousands to the town centre. The event on 19th November, part of Stockport's Town of Culture programme of activities, saw visitor numbers reach twice the average footfall for a Sunday in the town … [Read more...]
Embracing the Waves: The Digital Radio Revolution in Stockport
Stockport has joined the Digital Radio Revolution with its very own DAB radio platform. Listeners can now access a host of new stations, in the car or at home. Stockport’s commercial, local radio station, Strawberry Radio, launched in 2019 to fill the void left by Imagine FM, is named after the … [Read more...]
SK+ Film Awards open for submissions
The bi-annual SK+ Film Awards have opened for submissions, organisers Drawing Board Productions CIC have announced. First launched in 2019 to showcase and celebrate the wealth of amateur film-making talent across Stockport, the awards have been rebranded as the SK+ Film Awards. The submissions … [Read more...]
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