BARBICAN, LONDON

STATION TO STATION The Barbican is taken over for a “30 Day Happening” with more than 100 free events featuring performances, works and residencies from artists including Siobhan Davies, Ed Ruscha, Terry Riley and Stephen Shore. Go to: barbican. org

02 TO 19 JULY 2015 MANCHESTER - VARIOUS LOCATIONS

MANCHESTER INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL Celebrating a decade of the world’s only festival of original new work, this year’s festival includes world premieres, unique concerts and one-off events, including a number of free events across the festival. Check the website for performance details. Go to: mif. co. uk