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Concerts by Duran Duran, Rod Stewart and Hayley Westenra, comedy by Dave Spikey, theatre, performance art... just some of the events taking place in Manchester over coming weeks.
Music
Rod Steward
MEN Arena, Dec 15. £40, £50.
Tel: 0871 230 4437.
With 30 years of hits to his credit, Rod Steward is back in town this month for another sensational concert. Celebrate the festive season with Rod, his 12-piece band, string and background singers as they perform tracks from his recent album, 'Stardust - The Great American Songbook Volume III', as well as some of his classic hits.
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Exhibition
Patty Chang
Chinese Arts Centre, Thomas Street, until Dec 23. Free. Tel: 0161 832 7271.
The first major solo exhibition in the UK of unconventional performance artist Patty Chang, featuring a newly commissioned video installation alongside significant past projects. The New York-based artist has exhibited extensively on the international art circuit. Her work has been described as "visually arresting" and "disturbing," titillating and causing discomfort at the same time.
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Make Me C
Manchester Art Gallery, until Feb 5. Free.
Tel: 0161 235 8888.
An exhibition of contemporary craft, it features nine leading designers from across the North West. Works include clay bowls, paper sculptures, furniture and quilts. The exhibition is supported by a number of events which will give visitors the opportunity to meet the artists and commission or buy work.
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Cinderella
The Lowry, Dec 9 - Jan 8. £14-£22.
Tel: 0870 787 5793.
A brand new pop musical version of the traditional tale with breathtaking special effects, lavish costumes and a terrific cast, this is a Christmas show that the whole family will enjoy.
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Dave Spikey
Opera House, Dec 12. £15 - £19.
Tel: 0870 401 6000.
Double British Comedy Award winner and Bafta nominee Dave Spikey will be performing his critically acclaimed new live show in Manchester this month, which is guaranteed to cheer you up.
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Music
Hayley Westenra
The Lowry, Dec 6. £22.50.
Tel: 0870 787 5793.
Teenage singing sensation Hayley Westenra exploded onto the international music scene three years ago, when her debut became the fastest-selling classical album ever. This month, the New Zealand-born singer is on a UK tour that will bring her to The Lowry for one night only. The concert will feature tracks from her new album, Odyssey, which has gone to number 10 in the UK album charts.
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Music
Duran Duran
MEN Arena, Dec 18. £32.50, £40.
Tel: 0871 230 4437.
After playing to over 35,000 people during two sell-out shows at the MEN Arena in 2004, Simon Lebon, Nick Rhodes, Roger Taylor, John Taylor and Andy Taylor return to Manchester this month. Boasting a legendary back catalogue with hits such as Hungry Like A Wolf, Planet Earth, Rio, A View To A Kill and Wild Boys, this concert is a must-see for Duran Duran fans old and new.
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Christmas Classics
The Bridgewater Hall, Dec 15 and 22. £8 - £34.
Tel: 0161 907 9000.
A musical spectacular from BAFTA-winning composer Carl Davis, featuring his personal favourites.
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Italian Opera
The Bridgewater Hall, Dec 31. £27.50, £37.50, £47.50.
Tel: 0161 907 9000.
Douglas Boyd conducts Manchester Camerata through a special evening of Italian opera, including Verdi Anvil Chorus (Il Trovatore); La donna a mobile (Rigoletto); Puccini Nessun Dorma (Turandot); and Humming Chorus (Madam Butterfly). The evening will be hosted by BBC presenter Stephanie Hughes and will feature the beautiful soprano voice of Claire Rutter.
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UCI Track World Cup
The Velodrome, National Cycling Centre, Sportcity. Dec 9 - 11. £12, £18.
Tel: 01372 464 666.
Britain's top track cyclists take on the best in the world in this fast and furious sporting event. Riders from 30 countries will descent on Manchester to claim their share of the glory - don't miss the opportunity to watch them fight it out.
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