I Love MCR

I Love Manchester is a meaningful city brand that represents the pride of the community. Our goal is to highlight life in Greater Manchester while fostering economic growth and improving the lives of residents in the area. Through our extensive platform, we share important stories and shine a light on local groups, initiatives, charities, and the dedicated individuals behind them. We also aim to increase awareness and support for community activities through fundraising efforts.

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Review: Ockham's Razor at HOME is 'full of wow moments, magic and beauty'

2 days ago | ilovemanchester.com | Glenn Meads

Blending circus artistry with literary tragedy, Ockham’s Razor - Tess transforms Hardy’s classic, creating a dreamlike exploration of resilience, heartbreak, and female empowerment.
How playwright Rebekah Harrison is challenging perspectives on extremism and identity

3 days ago | ilovemanchester.com | Glenn Meads

Rebekah Harrison, a passionate playwright and TV writer, crafts compelling stories that shed light on working-class voices, social issues, and the complexities of human experience.
Review: Dear England at LOWRY is 'a powerful dive into English identity through football'

6 days ago | ilovemanchester.com | Glenn Meads

Dear England is a gripping, thought-provoking exploration of the immense pressure on the England football team and how the nation's identity is shaped by triumph, failure, and the relentless pursuit of success.
Blackpool by Phil Pearson is 'a love letter to Blackpool, the good, the bad and the ugly'

1 week ago | ilovemanchester.com | Glenn Meads

Local writer Phil Pearson has taken on a short film set in Blackpool, taking his play to the silver screen Written by Glenn Meads Last updated 7 seconds ago TV & Radio Share Tweet Share Chat Local writer Phil Pearson found his calling when he began working as a journalist. He cannot recall a time when he did not love words. It was whilst studying at night school that he recalls discovering Arthur Miller’s brilliant play Death of A Salesman. This caused a lightbulb moment and he decided he...
Sugarstone talk mateship, mental health and moshing ahead of homecoming gig

1 week ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

Sugarstone, a synth-punk force from Manchester, fuse the industrial bite of Nine Inch Nails with the glamour of Duran Duran, delivering high-energy, emotionally raw music.
The compassionate mental health charity that has been helping the people of Manchester for 35 years

1 week ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

Meet the charity that has been supporting Manchester's mental health for 35 years and help them secure their future.
How Cultureword has been celebrating Manchester's diverse literary voices for 50 years

1 week ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

This amazing group has been helping Manchester writers from all backgrounds flourish for an amazing 50 years Written by Thom Bamford Last updated 37 seconds ago Community Share Tweet Share Chat Every story deserves to be heard. That simple but overriding belief lies at the heart of Cultureword, a Manchester-based writing organisation that has spent decades helping people who might never otherwise get the opportunity to shine in the world of writing. From underrepresented communities to new...
Just what is going on with the Piccadilly Gardens redevelopment project?

1 week ago | ilovemanchester.com | Ethan Davies

Despite bold ambitions to transform Piccadilly Gardens into a welcoming public space, Manchester City Council’s plans have stalled due to soaring costs, leaving the city’s most troubled square stuck in limbo Written by Ethan Davies Last updated 19 seconds ago City of Manchester Share Tweet Share Chat Manchester city centre has changed an enormous amount since 2002. Skyscrapers dominate the city, where thousands now live. Shiny stadia house City and United, both of whom are treble winners. A...
Why Topkapi has been Manchester’s go-to for Turkish food since 1979

1 week ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

Topkapi, Greater Manchester's oldest Turkish restaurant, has been delighting diners for nearly 50 years Written by Thom Bamford Last updated 14 seconds ago City of Manchester, Food & Drink Share Tweet Share Chat In a city where restaurants come and go, often in the blink of an eye, there’s one spot on Deansgate that has stood the test of time. For 46 years, Topkapi has been serving up soulful Turkish food with a side of warm hospitality. What began as a modest takeaway has grown into a...
How RNCM is launching Manchester’s next music icons

1 week ago | ilovemanchester.com | Thom Bamford

Jack Critchlow and Hetta Falzon share what it means to hear their music brought to life by an orchestra in a city that’s helped shape them.