The Marriage of Figaro follows a fierce set of complicated characters whose class, desires and pride fuel the fast-paced farce. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s tale, originally written in 1786, set against the French Revolution has been updated to pre-revolutionary Russia, allowing Opera North to confront a collapsing aristocratic rule in a new location.

Blurring the lines of its surreal world with a smoke-filled vision that veils the Lowry audience besides Odette’s moonlit lake, Birmingham Royal Ballet’s (BRB) enchanting production will leave onlookers spellbound by the classic retelling of the fable.

TEDxManchester is back for its third year, offering audiences a full day of distinct and emotive speakers. Hosted by the Bridgewater Hall, the theatres three-tiered, free for all seating system is set up to wean out the late risers and highlight who is the most committed to TED.