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UMMTS Into The Woods review: A delightfully comic revival of a timeless treasure

UMMTS Into The Woods review: A delightfully comic revival of a timeless treasure

In classic UMMTS fashion, the first full-length musical production of the year is one to remember
IDLES’ hands do Devil’s work: Bristolian punks appease the Apollo

IDLES’ hands do Devil’s work: Bristolian punks appease the Apollo

IDLES did at O2 Apollo what they do everywhere else: whip the crowd into a baying frenzy, and throw themselves straight in.
Gladiator II review: We were not entertained

Gladiator II review: We were not entertained

Gladiator II, the much-awaited sequel to the Ridley Scott’s 2000s classic, left much to be desired
The Great X-scape: The exodus of Musk’s Platform for Bluesky

The Great X-scape: The exodus of Musk’s Platform for Bluesky

Moving from X to Bluesky may not be the simple solution it seems. We are looking into a future of extreme social polarisation.
Help! My boyfriend doesn’t believe in my female rights.

Help! My boyfriend doesn’t believe in my female rights.

How should the feminist movement approach the unsettling new era of politics in which we live
Academic anxiety on my year abroad: Is it imposter syndrome? Or am I just too British?

Academic anxiety on my year abroad: Is it imposter syndrome? Or am I just too British?

The weight of learning a language abroad is not for the faint hearted. But are my anxieties something deeper than mere imposter syndrome?
Turning back the time: The global erosion of women’s freedoms

Turning back the time: The global erosion of women’s freedoms

Women’s rights are facing alarming setbacks, from rising violence in Manchester to the systemic oppression in Afghanistan. Globally, the battle for gender equality is far from over
How to return to studying after having a year off: A guide from a gap-year fresher

How to return to studying after having a year off: A guide from a gap-year fresher

Coming from a gap-year fresher, here are some tips on how to adjust back into an academic routine after taking a year off
Live review: Loyle Carner performs his last show of 2024 at Manchester’s Warehouse Project

Live review: Loyle Carner performs his last show of 2024 at Manchester’s Warehouse Project

Loyle Carner makes his Warehouse Project debut with Frankie Stew & Harvey Gun and performs live for the final time this year
Manchester Literature Festival Roundup

Manchester Literature Festival Roundup

With the event of Manchester Literature Festival across October, let’s roundup many of the major events
Horror reads: Our favourite spooky books

Horror reads: Our favourite spooky books

In the wake of the spooky season, why not dig into one our of writers’ favourite horror reads?
The ‘ghost with the most’ sequel: Why an authentic Beetlejuice sequel is nowhere to be seen

The ‘ghost with the most’ sequel: Why an authentic Beetlejuice sequel is nowhere to be seen

In 1988, supernatural comedy Beetlejuice propelled (then unknown director) Tim Burton into a career of success and recognition; defined by his eccentric, later coined ‘Burtonesque’, visual style, ‘kooky’ characters and whimsical fantasy stories.
Freshers Week reflections: There is no good middle ground for those with autism

Freshers Week reflections: There is no good middle ground for those with autism

For those with autism in Freshers week, the choice can be daunting – either heavy nights out or isolating, tailored events.
A New Twist on Soul- Jordan Rakei at Albert Hall

A New Twist on Soul- Jordan Rakei at Albert Hall

Jordan Rakei showcases his brand of funky neo- soul at Manchester’s Albert Hall with a soulful, heartfelt set after the release of his latest album.
Letters to a younger year

Letters to a younger year

As we face the exciting yet intimidating abyss of the new academic year, The Mancunion shares some top tips and advice for the months ahead
Three cute games for de-stressing

Three cute games for de-stressing

What could be better for stress than soft colours, cute animals and vegetables with rocket launchers?
Challenges facing international students at the University of Manchester: Where do we fit in?

Challenges facing international students at the University of Manchester: Where do we fit in?

Under-resourced UK universities lean on international student fees to supplement their institutions; simultaneously, Britain’s borders are becoming more restrictive to students under the current government. This paradox leaves international students caught in the crossfire
The Magic Gang live in Manchester: A magical farewell from the indie darlings

The Magic Gang live in Manchester: A magical farewell from the indie darlings

After announcing that they would be calling time on the band, Brighton indie darlings The Magic Gang bring an electrifying farewell set to Manchester’s New Century Hall
Beats and Beyond: How Stage and Radio’s renovations could help amplify Manchester’s Electronic Music scene

Beats and Beyond: How Stage and Radio’s renovations could help amplify Manchester’s Electronic Music scene

Recent renovations at the historic Port Street venue, Stage and Radio, have firmly cemented its place as one of the true spots to champion electronic music within Manchester. An interview with their new ownership reveals all…
A celebration of Jewish art in Manchester: Introducing Synagogue Scratch

A celebration of Jewish art in Manchester: Introducing Synagogue Scratch

This month, Synagogue Scratch is returning to Manchester Jewish Museum. The series represents a unique opportunity to enjoy new, groundbreaking performances by Jewish artists, in the museum’s beautifully preserved 1874 Synagogue.