Reviews of Z-arts. (Museum) in Manchester (Greater Manchester).

Z-arts

507 Reviews

256 Comments

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Art center

Zion Arts Centre, 335 Stretford Rd, Hulme, Manchester M15 5ZA, United Kingdom

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Information of Z-arts, Museum in Manchester (Greater Manchester)

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Reviews of Z-arts

C. D.

What an amazing resource for the local, and wider Manchester community. So many different activities for all age groups. The free toddler session on a Friday morning is so fantastic, and very well run. Such a great selection of shows coming up over the winter period too. Check it out and support this amazing centre. 👏

g. b.

Lovely activity and very friendly cafe. Found my grandson some gluten free food.

C. B.

Went for the Julia Donaldson exhibit with a 4 month old and 2 year old. Was blown away. The exhibit was so well done it completely blew my toddlers mind. The staff were all awesome and I felt you could feel the love that's been put into everything there coming out of the walls. Reccomend 1000%

G. W.

Really good venue. Attended the 2018 National Permaculture Convergence there. Lots of meeting rooms and good sized theatre. Nice small bar cafe with comfortable seating areas.

e. w.

Great place to visit. Friendly staff. Great activities. And that's just what my girlfriend says but she would because she works there! I have to agree with her, well worth visiting.

A. P.

I went today to the new exhibition at Z arts.We used to go all the time as we lived very near.I travel now as this place rocks.Inclusive,interesting and fun this place has always rocked.Today I need to mention the actor in the fairy tale exhibition.I was on my own and one child was scared he went over and above to help her.She came our loving the exhibition.

R. J.

Lovely place the exhibitions timings need to be slightly longer. We didn't have enough time. 1.5 hours per visit would be better please.

J. L.

Excellent children's arts center providing a wide variety of creative activities for kids, music, dance, drama, literature, art, crafts and performance.

G. S.

World inside a book was amazing, everyone that worked there was really friendly and was always coming round talking to you to make sure you had seen everything. The story time starts it off then your off to a world inside a book. The 2year loved it.

K. S.

Came to see the "World Inside a Book" we arrived slightly late due to my child being poorly in the car, but they were really good and rushed us in. The exhibition is amazing. My daughter loved it! Totally interactive, a must do if your children love Julia Donaldson! There were lots of crafts to do after the show and a lovely cafe which seemed really reasonably priced. A great community asset.

M. F.

What an interesting space, and such friendly helpful smiley staff. Lots going on at this venue, all creative and artful. The theatre is cosy and intimate, the bar is small and busy. Didn't get to see the rest of the venue this time. Parking can be a bit tricky, on road only and pay at the machines.

C. W.

Lovely space and facilities. Great production!! Friendly atmosphere

S. W.

This place is so cute! We had a lovely day out an will visit again.

G. H.

Such a fantastic organisation and somewhere we've been multiple times. The thought that goes into their events is so detailed and our daughter loves them.

M. L.

Amazing place for kids and parents! Cafe, library, shop, shows and workshops

W. D.

Its a great place, full of gorgeous, very sexy women Lots of good family & non family events. Thearte there is set up to be very interactive which was great fun during the adult version of Cinderella. Arun Ghosh is performing on Dec 7th. He is a total wizard with an excellent support band. Kids & adults loved his interactive show when he performed there a month or so ago.. His wand is his flute&clarinet. ♥️🙏♥️

T. A.

Great place loved the Fairy Tales exhibition and cafe nice and cheap 😀

P. D. V.

Visit here at least twice a week. My girls love it and I love it. Win Win!!!😊

Z. K. Z.

We watched the Gingerbread man theatre show and it was brilliant. Two very talented actors did the actijg, dancing, singing and puppeteering and it was all very interactive. Will keep an eye out for future events.

A. W.

The most magical hour spent here with a 1 and 6 Yr old. Something for all ages to enjoy.

a. c.

Fabulous family friendly venue full of cultural, creative activities, thanks!

S. I. S.

Perfect for the little ones! This was such an amazing discovery near Manchester centre

S. O.

Fabulous experience watching Sister Act Jr here today and everyone was so helpful and the theatre was clean and inviting. Manchester Musical Youth Apprentices were incredible!

O. K.

Love this place!! Fabulous staff and fabulous events!! Attended the Tiger came to Tea event today with our 3yr old; worth every penny of the £15.75 entrance fee. Wonderful animation, story telling and crafts. Can’t recommend this place enough. Thank you for a fantastic family afternoon

P. v. d. B.

we were with you! The child really liked it!

C. M.

We went to see The Tiger who came to Tea and we had a magnificent time. Congrats to Tom who kept us all entertained. Lois and Robyn enjoyed it and we stayed for lunch. Fabulous

M. P.

Great place. Loads going on, particularly for families, and regular shows and events. The cafe is lovely with a small area for playing and colouring for kids and despite being housed in an old building accessibility is good. They have a huge amount of Lego for the Lego club and the staff are always really welcoming. Would strongly recommend, for both regular events and one off shows and open days.

M. K.

A great community arts centre with a lot of events, comfortable seats, good bar and really pleasant staff.

B. S.

Super place to take the younger kids. Lots of fun things to do and make. Tiger who came to tea was on today lots of dressing up items Mog, Tiger and many more. Very well done kids just loved it, talked about all the way home. Good cafe and great staff. Will be going again, pay and display parking right by the door. Fab bag of sweets for 50p.

W. D.

What a fantastic venue. It was the first time I've been here, I came with my son. The show was brilliant, the cafe great value and the space bursting with activities, creativity and invention; so inspirational for young minds.

C. J.

Great place, there’s lots going on here! Visited for the gruffalo books tour and had so much for the kids to do, the secret room all decked out with scenes from their favourite books as well as fancy dress too! After you could go and watch a film in the mini cinema room and then arts and crafts upstairs to keep all entertained! Plenty of coffee and cake available from the cafe for the adults too!

K. T.

My 3 year old and I went here to see the Tiger who came to Tea. Friendly and helpful staff, a lovely atmosphere and the show/play was brilliant.

L. R.

Great creative space within Hulme. Multiple spaces and groups to get involved with.

C. R.

We went here with our little one over Christmas (2019) to see Twinkle Twinkle. It was really entertaining and we enjoyed it. It wasn’t our first visit and I doubt it will be our last. As well as plays and events they have a lovely cafe and activities for kids to keep them entertained

E. M.

There are a great range of performances and events going on at Z arts year round. The building is lovely and accessible, the prices are good and the cafe is excellent. I always worry about parking but to be honest I've never had an issue finding an on street space here.

T. T.

took my niece to see the tiger who came for tea ..she loved every minute and the outdoor activities afterwards were an added bonus 💕 thinking of taking her to the drama taster sessions end August the staff were wonderful so friendly and great with the children would highly recommended and will be visiting again soon 💕💕😍

c. j.

Brilliant place and people, would highly recommend a visit. Especially fir young children under 10!! Thank you fir a super time!!

C. J.

Went to see 'the world in a book' event that brought Julia Donaldson's books to life, as well as the one about 'We're Going on a Bear Hunt' last year - amazing! We were totally emersed in the worlds of the stories, highly recommended. Cafe great too, though very slow service.

Z. H.

Building with character. Very helpful and friendly staff. Spacious refreshment area. The toilets were a little dated and dirty. Performances from the 3 schools as part of the Shakespeare Schools were all excellent.

V. S.

Another amazing local facility which we are so lucky to have. The bright sparks scheme for families and young children is fantastic value and offers dancing, art , yoga, lego club, film and so much more. The cafe is nice, recently refurbed it's got a good play area and great theatre too.

C. R.

We visited Z-arts yesterday with our daughter for the Relaxed performance of the Julia Donaldson experience and were very impressed by the staff who were most welcoming and accommodating. It was great to feel relaxed ourselves .We will definitely be coming back. Thanks, Colette

H. H.

Great, imaginative theatre shows for kids about once per month - touring shows from all over the country. Roughly £6.50-£12 per ticket. Good cafe with nice coffee and paninis etc for lunch. Cafe v busy on show days but just right other days.

J. J.

Decent place. Serves the community well.

N. N.

I found myself being the +1 with my sister and nephew for a "Toddlertastic" session at Z Arts. This was our first visit to a session at this venue and we found the reception staff really friendly and helpful. The session was free, although we did have to pay an initial membership fee of £10.00. The session took place on the lower ground floor in a brightly coloured space below the reception area and was quite full! We ended up leaving early because my nephew wasn't feeling well (kids eh!) but overall I really liked the feel of the place. We'll be looking into signing up for some of the dance classes for the older children in our family.

M. F.

Friendly enthusiastic and helpful staff Nicely laid out. Had a great time at Fairytales Gone Bad. My 8 year old daughter loved it. Witty and imaginative production. We saw Zombie-tells. A great experience all round

j. s.

Fantastic venue friendly and helpful people! Have been a number of times and will many more! I thoroughly reccomend it!

L. H.

Really good for little toddlers and active babies.

M.

Visited the Julia Donaldson World inside a book exhibition with our 3 year old and newborn today and wanted to say thankyou. Amazing experience with really well made/designed sets that brought the books to life. Our little boy who has read all the stories loved it all and really enjoyed the dressing up and interaction. Special thanks also to the staff who not only made the experience but also helped me and calmed my little boy down when it got a little too much for him, massive help especially when carrying a 8 week old. Thanks again, will be back soon.

L. G.

This is a lovely performance space. Staff are friendly and helpful. Very much in the heart of the community and offers a good mix of events, usually suitable for the whole family to enjoy. First visit and I loved it!

C. H.

It looks a bit tired but I see it just before it closes so probably a lot nicer during the day when more people are around and the cafe is open. Loads of different rooms for different activities. Very friendly staff and always helpful with a smile ☺

B. O.

Amazing place, we went for the Julia Donaldson book event which was amazing both my kids (2 and 6) really enjoyed it. They serve food too although we didn't purchase any it looked and smelt lovely.

R. H.

Wonderful place, I take my children regularly as they have loads of events on for all ages. Very good reasonable price cafe too (with play area) if you just want somewhere to meet and grab a drink.

S. R.

Amazing gem of a place. We brought our two to a lovely party here for the Julia donaldson exhibition, it's amazing. And we will be back next year to see the Judith kerr.

S. C.

We took our two children to see High School Musical today. It was absolutely brilliant. The cast were fantastic and the band and production amazing. Really good to see the young people of manchester producing such a good show. Staff lovely- my daughter was fortunate enough to be sang happy birthday on stage. Thank you for making her birthday extra special! Amalee loved sharpay!

J. M.

Brilliant!! Z Arts is THE place for childrens arts and you should give them every penny you've ever made!!

D. I.

Fantastic place that really is a world inside books! My grandson was fascinated by Room on a Broom and all his other Julia Donaldson faves. Don't miss it!

A. H.

We always have a great time here. Great shows, facilties and food.

G. B.

The kids loved the immersive fairy tale show.

H. N.

Amazing Julia Donaldson exhibition!!! Z-arts just needed to be more prepared for mum's and kids wanting lunch afterwards. Not great! It felt like they were under staffed and had only got minimal things for the kids lunch box deal. Bananas weren't ripe and only had pickled onion space invaders or spicy crisps as an option.

R. B.

My 6 year old daughter does ballet attitude and street dance elemental on a Saturday morning and loves it. Very affordable membership - we are in our third year.

N. H.

How many stars would you give A World Inside A Book out of 5? 100 - Amelie Nicholls aged 3 . Great venue and brilliant staff, we had a wonderful afternoon with our niece and as you can see from the above comment she loved it, we all did.

M. L. C. (. C.

What a fab venue! Great for all things arts, families and children. The venue feels safe, secure and has a strong community vibe about it. Popular with my artist friends, as well, which is testament to the venue.

H. h. W.

A fabulous creative hub. Try to not drive as the atmosphere is welcoming and the cakes and bar ample. Relax in the knowledge you are aiding the children's creativity and putting back to the arts.

J. P.

We always love bringing our toddler here to see one of the performances for young children. Most recently, the World Inside a Book immersive experience.

P. R.

Lovely location for a training course. The staff are great and freindly. The food provided was very tasty. And fair prices overall for the room etc. Environment itself if very energetic and happy.

J. L.

Good little place in Manchester. Drove from Liverpool with the children to visit the Gruffalo interactive experience. It wasn't too bad, lasted 45 minutes which didn't really seem worth the money or the journey there.

p. w.

This is the best place every for young people to get involved with crafts and arts under the watchful eye of amazing staff. The list is endless of the amazing opportunities that can be gained here. Can't rate it enough.

A. B.

We go to Z arts on regular basis to watch performances by MMY, Manchester Musical Youth. They use it as a performance venue but they also use it as a rehearsal studio and the staff who run the Venue have always been exceptional and extremely helpful with all of our requirements as a family

A. G.

Great place for families. We've got the annual membership who allows you to go to all regular activities for free. Family shows are really good.

K. M.

A truly immersive place for families, children and young people. Well worth a visit then you will keep on going back. The cafe/bar is awesome!

P. T.

Great experience for families. Even the grown ups had fun.

C. O.

My grand children really enjoyed it, so did I, the areas are well set out bringing Julia Donalsons books alive!

G. R.

An amazing resource, so many wonderful arts based productions and activities all under one roof. Make some time to check out their website for upcoming events!

A. L.

Wonderful arts centre at the heart of the community. Home Ed kids made very welcome, truly a fantastic resource for the Arts.

J. L.

We just went to see Michael Rosen's Bear Hunt, and have previously visited for a Christmas Show. Really varied performances and excellent prices, as well as offering a multitude of groups and training for local users - at subsidised prices so that it isn't just for people with load of cash.

M. M.

Very good place for children and families with lot of things to do. Cafe and children's play area could be improved, but we still have a good time in Z-arts.

L. P.

Lovely venue. Went to see a comedy act here and it was great. Very easy to see the stage and nice bar area for some pre show drinks.

L. G.

Very good, we went on the bear hunt, very good for the kids the lady taking the group was really lovely and enthusiastic. The set looks really good too I'm jealous I'm not a kid anymore!

S. E.

A very good family friendly place for children's & adults shows & activities. Very good prices as well. And very nicely reverbished family friendly café area!

C. M.

Great show (Stitch Brothers), and an absolute treasure of a building. A Hulme landmark being put to great use for the local community.

K. 9.

Great theatre, great show, Adams Family Musical. Well done everyone.

K. N.

Great place! My daughter loved the tiger who came for tea

S. A.

Delightfully quirky, very friendly. Great for kids and young families but the noise of the kids stops me using this place as much as I would like to.

J. M.

Really good venue for events of all sorts. Mainly cultural and for families. They have a bar onsite with querky decor. It's cool

S. P. S.

A great victorian building with huge spiral staircases. This is my second visit here and i would recommend it to anyone even for the architectural value.

D. N.

Andy Hammond is a great guy. The music room studio is fantastic! All the other staff in reception are very friendly and helpful.

T. B.

Great family venue always working hard to bring creative experiences to families

C. W.

Attentive and friendly staff. Good cafe plus arts and crafts for the kids. Pleasantly surprised.

J. A.

Loved it just as much as my 2 year old boy to see the world of Julia Donaldson and Axel Schefler brought to life!

C. M.

Fabulous experience. Magical, engaging and wonderful.

J. C.

Lovely place. Pleasent and understanding staff. Amazing food and service

J. F.

Fantastic trip with my sons reception class today.

V. A.

A find. Visited the theatre for a production which was excellent. Lovely bar area too and staff very helpful

R. K.

Great place to come with your children, and to see shows. Parking available on the streets around.

R. M.

Great for families and kids. The changing room had an emergency baby kit for when they catch you short.

E. A.

Brilliant facilities for children of all ages. Looking forward to the show in Dec 2019.

A. C.

Great venue lots of different spaces as well as the main theatre, friendly staff willing to help.

P. A. S.

Great place to record music performances on their grand piano...

J. W.

At Z - Arts You can do Art sessions, 5 day cooking courses, do yoga classes and getting a evening massage session with one Z-Arts leading top massage specialists.

H. H.

Thos is a fab place for activities and the cafe is friendly and sells great refreshments!

J. W.

Zion Art's is the place for Kids and their families can get involved in creative activities and have fun.

t.

Cosy small theatre. Great atmosphere and well priced refreshments. Keep an eye what is on well with a night out

G. E.

Went to see the Julia Donaldson interactive exhibition. A bit cramped for the amount of people they let in but kids really enjoyed it.

J. W.

Z-Arts is a great fun place to come and interact with friends and family also they outdoor trips and live music 🎶 🎵 🎧

M. C.

Z arts is a great place to go with all the family, lots of shows to see...great children's activities and fantastic value for money 😀

S. N.

An amazing building, lovely staff and welcoming atmosphere for performers and families alike! The heart of the community.

R. S.

So affordable, performers were so friendly and welcoming and the kids had a blast.

K. B.

This is a vibrant place where the community can share in creative projects, and there is something for everyone, from music to dance classes!

S. M.

Nice place

W. J.

Lovely, friendly staff, lots of activities & really welcoming atmosphere.

S. K.

Great little theatre and brilliant performance. Lots of things for the family to do!

R. C.

Great space for theatre and music which offers young people opportunities to be successful in the creative industries

S. W.

Brought a youth group to take part/use the recording studio. it was a vibrant energising place bubbling with creativity.

R. C.

Great facilities and fabulous café, we all loved the exhibition!

K.

Great atmosphere. Lovely place ten minutes walk away from city centre.

J. P.

Super children's theatre with great shows and very welcoming staff.

T.

Great place for children and families to spend an afternoon or morning, great food great classes to join in

E. B.

Nice community based arts centre. Lovely cafe with nice food and drinks.

J. D.

Our 4 year old grandson loved the story and the books coming to life

D. H.

Impressive development since I last visited. From function rooms to lots of activities for the family and the community at large.

T. G.

A good community centre focussed on the arts. They’ve clearly worked really hard on updating the physical spaces, and it’s all the better for it.

G. C.

Fantastic place!

S. G.

Attended the World inside a book exhibition. Great event, lovely staff and a fab cafe x

T. A.

Give so much life to so many theatre start ups, super accommodating and liberal and diverse staff!

R. C. M.

Just been to see the addams family Really enjoyed it

Z. Y.

Fantastic space and great location too. Excited to exhibit work here soon😍

Y. K.

My sons really enjoyed the world inside a book and all the activities. Thanks

A. C.

Amazing people and fantastic kids friendly activities for the entire family.

M. D.

Really good kids work shops over the holidays. And the street dance classes are really good

R. A.

Visited fir the Julia Donaldson exhibition! Great venue with nice cafe.

L. M.

Fantastic provision for the community and fairly priced. Magical family fun!

R. K.

Decent venue with a good setup. Bit pricey for buying food and beverages.

P. S.

Nice theatre, good staff, tea , coffee and bar inside.

W. S.

Love this place! Great for the family. Brilliant classes and teachers!

T.

Fantastic cafe the interior design is worth a visit alone. Wonderful atmosphere

J. S.

Grest place friendly people have been to shows before and will go many times again

D. C.

Great family theatre. Staff are wonderfully helpful. Great customer service.

P. B.

Great Arts centre with loads of space for coffee and a play area for kids in the café

n. m.

Great zog production for the kids. There were bits I enjoyed too.

c. n.

Amazing spaces with great activities for both children and adults.

J. S.

Geat place serving the community and promoting amature dramatics really enjoyed my night here.

D. B.

Amazing place for children. They loved it

S. G.

What a fabulous place and who knew? Incredible show by SOMAS! Love ut

C. B.

Fabulous place and production. Thoroughly enjoyed . Thankyou we will be back .

D. C.

Excellent food cafe, serves vegan and dairy free

K. A.

Excellent place for small events i.e. pantomimes and small theatre

J. S.

Very nice place to recall your fantasy

K. O.

Great place, visited for a Julia Donaldson exhibition which was excellent

p. M.

Awesome love it. Wish we had more community places like this one. 👍

B. B.

Went there to film an advert for a client who chose this venue, and if I ever have children I wouldn't mind taking them there

w. w.

The staff are all brilliant. Could easily spend the whole day and not get bored.

D. F.

Watch a play which the granddaughter was appearing in so enjoyed the day watch a budding actor at work.

P. J.

Visited for the Julia Donaldson "experience". Kids loved it.

M. D.

loved the tiger came to tea event!

S. B.

Lots of activities for families and very welcoming x

R. H.

Beautiful place, lovely cafe, fantastic staff 😁

A. M.

Great family space fab Theatre lovely coffee

c. e.

Great place and atmosphere. Lovely staff great experience

J. D.

The Gruffalo show is excellent. Thank you Z-Arts!

D. G.

Only went there to clean carpets with our business but looks great

C. W.

Great venue for dance classes with lots of different spaces

R. H.

Wonderful place, so inclusive for all.

P. R.

Fantastic show by very enthusiastic young people

F. 3.

Great venue, school and community arts projects.

M. W.

Wonderfully Creative!!

J. H.

What a place .. spaces for everything .. very friendly .. parking outside (£1 an hour)

S.

Very inclusive for people with disabilities. Staff are helpful and polite.

P. H.

Great venue and a great exhibition. 10/10

A. A.

Excellent place for good entertaining and fun possibilities

J. G.

We were packed into the theatre space like sardines in a can- not pleasant!!!

l.

Was a dropin for course i did. It is aleahs busy and re ceptionists ate really helpful.

E. M.

Building is beautiful inside, performance i went was brilliant

A. R.

The theatre is fantastic with professional set up.

D. F.

Good events, cheap food and drink

D. E.

Great creative space a stones through from central manchester

S. S.

Brilliant family fun, friendly and creative .

E. O.

Offers great exleriences for disadvantaged or less well off young and old people.

O. A.

Highly recommend this for a great children's day out

M. S.

Friendly staff and good rates for size of the rooms.

M. H.

This place is fabulous really enjoyed it xx

T. B.

Nice little theatre with good facilities

R. K.

Great live performance venue space

L.

Great show. Well organised.

K.

Good place and kids love to go there

S. T.

Brilliant arts resource for kids. So much going on!

L. W.

Wonderful place, friendly staff.

C. B.

Lovely place, would visit again

A. L.

Gr8 activities for kids and a summer holiday essential

J. D.

Great family place with lots to do

d. K.

Really really good family day out

i. a.

Lovely 😍

M. D.

Great for families with young children

f. e.

New cafe looks dark and uninviting closes early

D. G.

Small exhibition but really good

J. L.

Great place for children, family and artists

C. S.

Enjoyed the performance from all the students.

m. g.

Nice venue with great show

A. M.

A great venue with lots to offer

I. G.

Great place to bring the children

O. H.

Great for family activities.

g. b.

Nice place lots of different things going on

T. J.

Friendly staff, excellent coffee.

T. W.

Fantastic show Amazing building

i.

Loved the child themed walks

C. V.

Great place for every age

S. G.

Lovely little theatre!

S. C.

Newly refurbished for 2021!

A. G.

World in a book great for kids

E. L.

Great for kids parties

H. T.

Lovely community facility.

C. G.

CrEative buzz that’s Friendly & welcoming

J. R.

Great coffee and service

M. M.

Its full of beautiful women 😎🙏😎

L. P.

Friendly local community arts centre.

G. D.

Great place and lots going in

N. F.

great lively friendly place

P.

Good team

k. T.

Great for Zumba fitness

S. L.

Very good place for arts

S. M.

Such a beautiful building

D. H. H.

Lovely community setting

C. B.

Pretty snazzy space

T. B.

Great for kids

C. C.

A grate community theatre

S. B.

Brilliant theatre

T. W. K.

Watched a nice movie

A. H.

It is a good place

M. A.

Great activities

r. r.

Great place!

S. G.

Helpful staff. Lots going on

N. e. L.

Friendly and warm

S. Y.

Staff very professional

K. c.

Amazing

A. H.

Great venue

J. D.

Great

N. S.

Nice place

N. S.

Magical day out

C. H.

Amazinggggg!!!!

N.

Very friendly

G. T.

Positive experience

d. o.

Great place

M. Ż.

Decent place

C. D. S.

Amazing place

E. M.

Its amazing

J. H.

Great place love taking the children which gives them a sense of belonging to the community, staff are amazing thank you so much. Xx

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