WELCOME to LAZ (Live Art(s) Zine) Magazine, ushering in the resurrection of objectively good opinions. Based in Manchester, we strive to keep you informed of what’s happening in the big wide world of Manchester’s theatre, music and art scene - from parties, protests, poetry, and back again. 

Reviews, interviews, essays - you name it. Plus a lovely little poster on the centre spread. Pull it out and stick it on your wall. You’re welcome x


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 WHAT DOES WELLY KNOW
ABOUT HAVING FUN?


The nation’s favourite gobshites are back in town. Calamitous, barely-organised chaos hit the Pink Room with an alluring Macarena and a bit of slapstick with a mic-stand that went on just a little bit too long. In a post Big in the Suburbs world, the crowd are eager to get a taste of all the ‘really good’ brand new material boasted by pre-show instagram captions – or maybe they’re all just here for Shopping. Welcome back, Welly x Read More.



WINDOW SHOPPING

Picture this, readers - it’s the 8th of October, 2025 and I am stood outside Northern Quarter staple NIGHT AND DAY CAFE, after an incredible gig by SUPERMARKET - a musical duo comprised of JOSH SUPER and JACK MARKET - yes, those are their real names. In between meeting adoring fans and catching up with proud family members, Supermarket were generous enough to give us an exclusive interview, right here in LAZ. Enjoy, dear readers - and please, don’t pick up any items you aren’t prepared to purchase. Read more.




2025: A YEAR IN BAD REVUE



BAD REVUE INDEPENDENT NOISE PROGRAMMING AND SHOWS. MAKING OF AND BEHIND THE SCENES OF IT ALL. CHECK IT OUT. MUCH LOVE. SIGN UP FOR THE NEWSLETTER TOO
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