Get involved
Become a friend and support our work
The Met is a registered charity (#701879) and all donations support our work on stage and across our community.
We are proud of our reputation and success but we know that we cannot rely on ticket income alone. Donations and sponsorship have a real impact enabling us to fulfil our mission to entertain and delight as well as supporting emerging artists. Learn more about The Met and our work by becoming a friend or becoming a benefactor and donating to projects.
Become a Friend
Our friend scheme includes numerous benefits including:
• Money off event tickets
• No booking fee
• 10% off food in Automatic
• Invitations to VIP and friend events
• Seasonal newsletter
• Direct updates from the Director
• Friend allocations on sell out events
Prices start from £30 (or £50 for joint friends, two people who share the same address), valid for one year.
Join online »Become a Corporate Friend
Current corporate friends include Manchester Airport, The Rock Shopping and Leisure Destination and Premier Inn.
We tailor your benefits depending on the size of your donation. Give us a call to chat more about how The Met and your company can work together.
Become a Benefactor
If you want to donate to The Met as an individual or a company you can do so online or by visiting our ticket office. You can choose where your money goes:
• £50 enables us to book a tutor to run workshops
• £500 allows us to book a professional musician to deliver a workshop and a show
• £1000 enables us to buy equipment for the recording studio or bring in a theatre company for adult or children's shows
Or chat to us about other Bury projects or company sponsorship opportunities. There are plenty to choose from!
Make a donation »Become a Volunteer
The Met is always looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as volunteer events staff. This is great experience for your CV, a great way to meet people and of course, you get to see the show for free! For more information please give us a call on 0161 761 7107 or send us an email.
For more information about activities and attractions in Bury, contact Bury Tourist Information Centre on 0161 253 5111.