FutureEverything. Bringing the future into the present.
FutureEverything is an annual festival of art, music and ideas hosted in Manchester, UK. The festival is held over four days at venues across the city and includes a conference at the Museum of Science and Industry.
We scan the horizon of art, innovation, society and the environment to create a two-day conference of international speakers with the latest thinking on the hottest topics.The art exhibition pushes the boundaries of contemporary digital art from international platforms alongside a digital craft fair at Victoria Baths. And continuing the festival into the night, the music strand is a celebration of sonic pioneers, from the best emerging talent to established musicians who continue to innovate and inspire.
The FutureEverything festival is held on Weds 16 – Sat 19 May 2012 in Manchester City Centre.
Festival Highlights
Art: The FutureEverything Art Exhibition is hosted at the Museum of Science and Industry’s 1830 Warehouse between 16-27 May 2012. Over 16 international and UK artists will exhibit work from the cutting edge of sculpture, video and digital art. Admission is free, the exhibition preview takes place on Weds 16 May.
Handmade: A digital DIY craft fair hosted at the recently restored Manchester heritage site, Victoria Baths. This exciting event includes a craft fair, talks, events, Fab* Manchester, a Zine symposium, and a cafe. Collaborators include Manchester Craft and Design Centre, Manchester FabLab, Salford Zine Library and an array of jewellers, ceramicists and sculptors. Handmade will be hosted on Saturday 19 May. Admission is £2 and free to conference ticket holders.
Music: In collaboration with venues and promoters including Salford’s Islington Mill & St Phillip’s Church, Instituto Cervantes, RNCM, Manchester Cathedral, Quay House Spinningfields and Manchester Academy – FutureEverything will host live music and DJ/Club events across Manchester between 16-19 May 2012.
Confirmed music acts include Amon Tobin ISAM (Live), Matthew Herbert One Pig, Tim Hecker, Forest Swords, DJ Cheeba, Alt J, Shabazz Palaces, Deadbeat, Andy Stott, No Ceremony, Money, Great Waves, Pins and more to be confirmed. Tickets can be purchased from the venues’ websites or via See Tickets and Ticketline.
Conference: The FutureEverything Conference, panels and workshops will be hosted at the Museum of Science and Industry in Castlefield, Manchester on Thurs 17 & Fri 18 May. Confirmed speakers include Bilal Randeree (Al Jazeera), Dr. Ian Brown, Loz Kaye, Sanaz Raji, Moritz Stefaner, Juha van’t Zelfde, and Theatre Jukebox: Mass Observation. Tickets can be purchased via this link.