CONTACT IS WHERE AUDIENCES COME TO BE CURIOUS

Our creative activities are diverse, inspiring and in tune with today. Escape the ordinary with a one-of-a-kind spoken word show. Find your community at Queer Contact festival. Or learn how to crack into creative industries at our skill-building workshops.

CONTACT IS WHERE THE NEXT GENERATION COME TO BE EMPOWERED

From creating productions to appointing staff and collaborators, we encourage 13 to 30-year-olds to turn the seed of an idea into something spectacular. Positivity and performing arts can change lives. With real investment and the right infrastructure in place, we make this happen every day. Contact is proud to be proof of what can be achieved by putting the future first.

CONTACT IS WHERE MANCHESTER COMES TO BE TOGETHER

Our reputation stretches across Europe and beyond. Most of all, we’re proud to be a multi-arts hub for Manchester – and a home for everyone. Whether you’re seeking the spotlight or a cosy nook in the cafe, Contact is where everyone comes to be themselves. So come on in. Dip a biscuit in your brew and your toes into something new.


Performing Arts

Contact

Contact's headquarters in Manchester, United Kingdom

Chidi Lee

Jack Dale-Dowd

Lekhani Chirwa

Naomi Harwin

Jane Hall

Nayan Higgins

Sharon Raymond

Philip Brankin

Helen Davison

Sabera Khan

Jamal Lewis-Service

Molly Rankine

Amelia Hall

The Event Management Team at Contact is responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a diverse range of creative events and productions that engage and empower the community. They work collaboratively to ensure each event, from workshops to festivals, runs smoothly while promoting inclusivity and fostering connections among audiences. With a focus on innovation and audience experience, the team plays a crucial role in establishing Contact as a vibrant multi-arts hub in Manchester.

Event Management Team

The Community Engagement Team at Contact is dedicated to fostering connections within the local community and empowering young creatives. They design and implement programs like workshops, festivals, and performances that engage audiences aged 13 to 30, providing a platform for creative expression and skill development. Through strategic outreach and collaborative initiatives, this team cultivates a vibrant, inclusive atmosphere where everyone feels welcome and encouraged to participate in the arts.

Community Engagement Team

The Creative Production Team at Contact is responsible for bringing diverse and inspiring performances to life. Comprising artists, technicians, and facilitators, the team collaborates to develop innovative shows, festivals, and workshops that empower young people and foster community engagement. By blending artistic vision with technical expertise, they create immersive experiences that resonate with audiences and promote inclusivity within the Manchester arts scene.

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Event Management Team

Community Engagement Team

Creative Production Team

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Contact

Org chart

Teams

Event Management Team

Community Engagement Team

Creative Production Team

Offices

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