"Manchester is still a city that moves to its own distinctively stubborn, uncontrollable, wide-eyed shuffle, but is no less captivating for a visit than it was in the days when Ian Curtis was contorting himself on stage."
Survival and memory shape There Will Come Soft Rains show, emphasizing the interconnectedness of art, architecture, and experience, and creating a transformative cultural space.
"If they're not giving us a late licence, I can't imagine how they would be supportive of other smaller venues, which are important for the ecosystem in general," he quipped.
The much-hyped event was a disaster, with barely anyone showing up, as performers spun for an empty dancefloor, highlighting DJ Silverstar Oh's struggle to attract a crowd.