Brenda Emmanus explores behind the scenes at the festival, with exclusive access in rehearsals to new works by Idris Elba and The Young Vic, 59 Productions, Reggie Rock and Ibrahim Mahama.

This film follows the action as Manchester prepares for a bigger than ever festival offering theatre, arts, dance and music, as over 18 days, artists from 20 nations converge and perform across the city. Show less