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18 July 2023Contact is looking for up to two people to become Chairs and lead our Board of Trustees!Contact announces stellar line up of its first Patrons
23 June 2023Contact in Manchester is celebrating the arrival of ten, newly appointed Patrons for the first time in its 50-year history. Ranging from past members of Contact Young Company, actors, artists, and filmmakers to a previous mayor of…Announcing the Artists of 50 Hours of Freedom
21 June 2023In celebration of International Non-Binary People's Day on 14 July, Contact and Manchester International Festival are bringing together three local, non-binary artists to create a new piece of work – and you’re invited to the sharing! This…Changeling Annual 2023 is OUT NOW!
30 May 2023Changeling Annual is a collection of activities, comics, illustration, poetry, and short fiction for children. It’s a one-of-a-kind publication, because it ONLY features neurodivergent talent.TRANS JOY NOW! BEDROOM EDITION
25 May 2023BOOM BOOM BOOM BOOM! I want you in my room! - VengaboysLunchtime Lectures
12 May 2023Join us as we showcase our wonderful partnership with the University of Manchester.Call Out: 50 Hours of Freedom Artist Residency
11 May 2023Contact and Manchester International Festival are looking for three Greater Manchester-based, non-binary artists to participate in a 50-hour artistic lock-in at Contact.Commission Announcement: Contact Commission Census by Malandra Jacks
5 May 2023Contact are delighted to be supporting the first full-length production by the uber talented duo Malandra Jacks.Our Spring 2023 Season is Here!
27 April 2023Spring is shaping up to be a spectacular season at Contact! Spring has SPRUNG! Okay, maybe not quite, but we can’t wait to welcome you to our spectacular Spring 2023 season. From dance, theatre and comedy to an afro-futurist space…MIF23 and Contact Present: 50 Hours of Freedom
27 April 2023We’re ecstatic to announce our upcoming partnership with Factory International for Manchester International Festival 2023. In celebration of International Non-Binary People’s Day on 14 July, Contact and Manchester International Festival…A Note From Our Artistic Director
27 April 2023Read more about Contact's NPO outcome and our plans for the next three years.Queer Contact Returns for 2023
26 April 2023Queer Contact is back, baby! We can’t wait to celebrate queer culture with a lineup of the UK’s most extraordinary LGBTQ+ talent. Learn all about our flagship queer arts festival below, and secure your tickets today!