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Young Voices |
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Monday 23rd to Wednesday 25th January |
Starring Connie Talbot. For over 15 years Young Voices has been introducing children to a wide variety of music and performance opportunities by encouraging everyone to learn, enjoy and share music and singing. |
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TNA Maximum Impact IV |
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Friday 27th January 2012 |
TNA Maximum Impact IV comes to Manchester's MEN Arena. Wrestling legends Sting & Kurt Angle will head up the tour followed by many hufe names in the sport. Show for all the family, one not to miss! |
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Strictly Come Dancing |
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Tue 31st January to Wed 1st February 2012 |
Stunning costumes, outspoken judges, dazzling dances from your favourite celebrity contestants and some brand new routines courtesy of the ever-popular professional dancers make this a must-see show. |
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Snow Patrol |
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Friday 3rd February 2012 |
Fallen Empires is Snow Patrol's 6th album, who have sold over 11 million albums and been responsible for some of the most instantly recognisable songs in the past decade including Run, Chocolate & Chasing Cars. |
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Premier League Darts |
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Thursday 9th February 2012 |
2012's event begins in Manchester as the eight players compete in the first of 14 nights where they will meet twice in the league phase. The field of eight players will be confirmed in January after the World Darts Championship. |
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Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds |
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Monday 13th February 2012 |
Performing at the Arena for the first time since 2007's charity concert Versus Cancer, Noel and band will be showcasing tracks from their debut album Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds alongside a selection of Gallagher classics. |
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The Wanted |
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Friday 17th February 2012 |
One of 2010's biggest breakthroughs, the edgy-pop boy band based in London have already built up a huge fanbase. Their 2011 BRIT nominated debut single 'All Time Low' reached number one in the charts. |
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Olly Murs |
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Saturday 18th February 2012 |
Since finishing second on The X Factor in 2009, Olly Murs has released his self-titled debut album with lead single Please Don't Let Me Go making it to number one in the singles chart last summer. |
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X Factor Live Tour 2012 |
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Saturday 25th & Sunday 26th February 2012 |
With another round of popstar hopefuls competing in the UK's biggest talent search, the 2012 live shows will feature contestants performing classic songs alongside viewers favourites from the TV series. |
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Rammstein |
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Thursday 1st March 2012 |
German pyromaniac nu-metal band with their trademark futuristic garb and a stage show which includes flames, lasers and gimmicks galore. |
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Jason Derulo |
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Friday 2nd March 2012 |
Derulo is now established as one of the world's biggest pop stars having sold over 17 million singles worldwide and a million copies of his 2010 self-titled debut album. |
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Elvis Presley In Concert |
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Saturday 10th March 2012 |
Elvis Presley in Concert reunites Elivis' former band mates live on stage with a state-of-art video projected Elvis. Featuring footage from The King's landmark concerts in 1970, 1972 and 1973. |
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Florence & The Machine |
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Thursday 15th March 2012 |
As part of 2012's Ceremonials UK tour - the first chance her Manchester fans will have to hear the new album performed live. |
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Masters Of Dirt |
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Friday 16th March 2012 |
Fearless motorcycle warriors showcasing the most thrilling combination of action sports and high tech theatre. Merging high flying motorcycle action, choreographed routines, pyrotechnics,drummers&fire breathing dancers |
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Street Of Dreams |
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Wednesday 21st & Thursday 22nd March 2012 |
A major live musical event in celebration of Coronation Street - will debut in Manchester next March for a spectacular world premiere starring faces from the street, past and present, alongside host Paul O'Grady. |
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The Four Tops & The Temptations |
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Friday 23rd March 2012 |
Legendary Motown artists The Four Tops and The Temptations return to the M.E.N Arena joined by very special guests R&B disco kings Tavares and seminal sixties girl band The Crystals. |
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Welsh Association Of Male Voice Choirs |
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Saturday 24th March 2012 |
Bringing together over 30 male voice chiors from across Wales, The Welsh Association Of Males Voice Choirs feature some of the best voices in the UK and are popular all over the world, from New Zealand to Hong Kong. |
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Bear Grylls |
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Sunday 25th March 2012 |
TBear Grylls - The Mud, Sweat and Tears Tour. A wild night live on stage - The Stories, The Danger ...The Man!
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Harlem Globetrotters |
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Wednesday 28th March 2012 |
The Globetrotters return with their brand new world tour featuring The Class of Newcomers, 10 new signings for 2012 including the UK's very own Paul 'Tiny' Sturgess - the world's tallest pro basketball player at 7' 8". |
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JLS |
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Friday 30th & Saturday 31st March 2012 |
JLS's success has been nothing short of staggering. Sold out arena and stadium tours, five UK number one singles and two multi-platinum albums. This is their sixth appearance at the MEN Arena. |
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Human Planet |
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Sunday 1st April 2012 - CANCELLED!!! |
BBC Worldwide & award-winning composer Nitin Sawhney have joined forces to create a live orchestral performance, set against the backdrop of a cinematic presentation of scenes from the hit BBC series, Human Planet. |
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Drake |
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Sunday 1st April 2012 |
Since breaking onto the rap scene, Drake has become one of the most talked-about artists in the music industry. His debut album Thank Me Later came out last year and was followed by the critically-acclaimed Take Care |
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Alegria - Cirque Du Soleil |
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Wednesday 4th to Saturday 7th April 2012 |
Cirque du Soleil, the international creative force, is excited to announce that the company is limbering up to debut its critically-acclaimed production Alegría in UK arenas for the very first time, visiting the M.E.N Arena. |
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CBeebies Live! |
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Sunday 8th April 2012 |
Let's show Robbie Rotten who are the real stars by helping LazyTown's Stephanie and Sportacus save the day with the help of Mr Tumble, Postman Pat, Squiglet, Zingzillas - and don't forget Jess The Cat! & surprise guests too |
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Diversity |
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Monday 9th April 2012 |
Spurred on by the group's motto "Dream, Believe, Achieve", Diversity are a remarkable example of what can be accomplished with hard work, dedication and belief. Don't Miss Out. A bigger scale with loads of surprises. |
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Steps |
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Tuesday 10th April 2012 |
After a break of ten years, Steps are back. Claire, 'H', Faye, Lisa and Lee have reunited for an explosive TV documentary series on SKY Living, a new album and now a huge return to the live circuit with The Ultimate Tour. |
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Il Divo |
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Friday 13th April 2012 |
Returning to the MEN following their 2009's sensational shows, the international group will be performing tracks from their latest album Wicked Game alongside classics from their first four albums. |
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WWE Smackdown |
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Saturday 14th April 2012 |
| Wrestlemania Revenge Tour - Fans will be able to see all their favourite WWE superstars including John Cena, Randy Orton, CM Punk, Mark Henry, Alberto Del Rio, Sheamus, The Miz, Christian, Kelly Kelly, Alicia Fox and more.
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Torvill & Dean's Dancing On Ice Live |
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Wednesday 18th & Thursday 19th April 2012 |
Once again the show will be bringing all the best celebrities from this year's ITV show along with some favourites from previous years. Torvill and Dean will also be wowing the crowds along with the professional skaters.
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JLS |
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Friday 20th April 2012 |
JLS's success has been nothing short of staggering. Sold out arena and stadium tours, five UK number one singles and two multi-platinum albums. This is their sixth appearance at the MEN Arena. |
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NKOTBSB |
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Tuesday 24th April 2012 |
New Kids On The Block & Backstreet Boys have united to bring their NKOTBSB world tour to the MEN Arena next spring. With over 200 million albums sold between both bands, buy your tickets early or you will miss out. |
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Steps |
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Thursday 26th April 2012 |
A 2nd night at the MEN Arena has been added. Claire, 'H', Faye, Lisa and Lee have reunited for an explosive TV documentary series, a new album and now a huge return to the live circuit with The Ultimate Tour. |
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Jeff Dunham |
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Friday 27th April 2012 |
Named "Most Popular Comedian In USA" by Time Magazine, Jeff will be joined on stage by his characters Walter, Achmed The Dead Terrorist, Peanut and Jose Jalapeno On a Stick. |
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Example |
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Saturday 28th April 2012 |
Example is a rapper from London. Inspired by Mike Skinner, but borrowing heavily from Eminem's sound, Example's songs deal with living and growing up as a wannabe rapper in London. |
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Happy Mondays |
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Saturday 5th May 2012 |
Happy Mondays, one of Manchester's favourite 'Madchester' bands have reformed for this home coming gig. You'll remember 'Step On', 'Kinky Afro' and 'Loose Fit'. |
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Jerry Seinfeld |
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Saturday 12th May 2012 |
Hailed in the press as "the master stand-up comic of his generation" and "the best comedian of our time", Seinfeld's spring M.E.N Arena show is one of only two UK shows scheduled for next year. |
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Barry Manilow |
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Saturday 19th May 2012 |
Barry Manilow has sold more than 80 million records worldwide - including the recent 15 Minutes - and has won the American Music Award for Favourite Pop/Rock Male Artist three times. |
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Westlife |
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Saturday 26th May & Saturday 9th June 2012 |
Following their March shows earlier this year, Shane, Mark, Kian and Nicky return for the final time to perform all their greatest hits including Flying Without Wings, You Raise Me Up and Mandy. |
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Blink 182 |
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Friday 15th June 2012 |
Blink 182 are an American pop punk and million album selling band. Famous for their hits "All The Small Things", "I Miss You" and "The Rock Show". |
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Pearl Jam |
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Wednesday 20th June 2012 |
The Eddie Vedder-fronted five-piece will be performing tracks from their back catalogue including hits from the best-selling albums Vitalogy, No Code, Backspacer, Vs and Ten. On sale at 9.00am Friday 16 December. |
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Roxette |
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Wednesday 4th July 2012 |
Formed in Sweden in the late 1980's, Marie Fredricksson & Per Gessle scored a number of hits including Must Have Been Love, Joyride, The Look, Listen To Your Heart, How Do You Do, Sleeping In My Car & Dressed For Success. |
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Key 103 Live! |
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Sunday 22nd July 2012 |
Gathering the best of the Key 103 play list, fans of the station will enjoy 2012's hottest pop acts perform their biggest hits on one stage. For the latest line-ups, keep checking here - announced soon! |
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John Bishop |
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Thursday 27th to Saturday 29th September |
The award-winning stand-up and star of Live At The Apollo, Michael McIntyre's Roadshow, Mock The Week and 8 Out Of 10 Cats will be performing his brand new arena show following his recent Sunshine UK tour. |
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Michael McIntyre |
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Wednesday 24th - Monday 29th October 2012 |
Michael McIntyre's Live & Laughing and Hello Wembley have sold over 2,500,000 DVDs - a 3rd stand-up DVD of the tour will be available in mid November 2012. |
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Jeff Wayne's The War Of The Worlds |
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Saturday 8th December 2012 |
A new star and another ground-breaking technological leap forward. Internationally acclaimed actor Liam Neeson will be seen in 3D holography as the story's narrator leading the new cast. |
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Andre Rieu |
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Friday 14th December 2012 |
Rieu's show will see the Dutch maestro, alongside his Johann Strauss Orchestra, perform works from his hugely popular back catalogue including The Blue Danube, Love Theme from Romeo & Juliet and many more. |
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TNA Maximum Impact |
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Friday 25th January 2013 |
TNA Maximum Impact IV comes to Manchester's MEN Arena. Wrestling legends will head up the tour followed by many huge names in the sport. Show for all the family, one not to miss! |
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