Joni Mitchell 'Blue' (55th Anniversary) listening session in the dark - Wednesday 15 July 2026 8:15PM @ Cultplex, Manchester

Please arrive by event start time as latecomers will not be admitted and refunds will not be offered Immerse yourself in one of the greatest albums of all-time at Pitchblack Playback's listening session in the dark, celebrating its 55th anniversary - and paired with her stunning 'Court & Spark' from a few years later. Hear these album played loud in uncompressed audio on Cultplex's powerful cinema sound system. No talking; no signing; no phones; no distractions; just you and the music. "This sounds great” — Rick Rubin "A fabulous idea" — Jay Kay, Jamiroquai "The optimal way to listen to an album" — Max Richter "This might just be my favourite new thing to do" — Nihal, BBC Radio 5 Live Ticket includes Pitchblack Playback eye mask for extra darkness. We do not issue tickets; your name will be on the guestlist on the night. Please note that we only offer a 24-hour grace period from the time of purchased for ticket refunds. As recommended by The Guardian, GQ, Time Out and BBC 6 Music. Duration: 83 minutes (with a 10-minute interval between albums) Venue address: Cultplex, 50 Red Bank, Cheetham Hill, Manchester M4 4HF