StreamGM to Broadcast The Hacienda’s 40th
FAC51 The Hacienda has announced an epic charity fundraiser at the original venue - The Hacienda Apartments - four decades to the day since the club opened.
Taking over the basement carpark on Saturday May 21st to celebrate The Hacienda turning the big 4-0, are: GRAEME PARK, DJ PAULETTE, JON DASILVA, TOM WAINWRIGHT, HEWAN CLARKE, K-KLASS LIVE & SURPRISE GUESTS - all to raise funds and awareness for two great charities.
The eight hour event will be broadcast live by StreamGM, and all profits from the event will go to The Legacy of War Foundation and The Christie.
FAC 51 The Hacienda is set for an exceptional, historic, homecoming charity event as it celebrates its fortieth anniversary and actual birthday, with a spectacular return to its original location as it throws “The Hacienda 40th Anniversary Party Part 1” in the car park of The Hacienda Apartments on Whitworth Street West, Central Manchester, Saturday 21st May.
Taking place in the same location as the hallowed dancefloor itself, the event sees a gallery of The Hacienda’s finest residents come together on the night including from the earliest days of the club: Hewan Clarke and then Graeme Park, Jon Dasilva, Tom Wainwright, DJ Paulette, Aaron Mellor, K Klass who play live, and surprise guests on the night.
Peter Hook said: “I am absolutely amazed to be here at the fortieth. I am delighted that this party has met with the residents’ approval, and they have given it their wholehearted support. It is a great accolade to Tony Wilson and Rob Gretton that their utopian vision for Manchester remains so strong today and the legacy is celebrated by a new generation. Power to the people!”
Given the expected interest in the 40th party, and limited capacity, the epic eight hour event is to be broadcast live by us! Greater Manchester’s multi-award winning cultural and music streaming organisation Stream GM, and can be watched at www.streamgm.co.uk and our Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube channels, enabling a worldwide audience to tune in and share in the celebrations.
All profits from the event and audience donations are to be donated to the two nominated charities: The Christie charity & Legacy Of War Foundation.
The Christie charity has long been one of The Hacienda’s supported charities, while Factory Records’ founder Alan Erasmus recent mission to Ukraine was in conjunction with and fundraised for Legacy of War Foundation, and so the event continues that support of the charity.
Tickets for the event go on sale 10AM Thursday 12th May with sign-ups at www.fac51-thehacienda.com
The 40th anniversary party is an expanded event since the 2012 30th anniversary in the car park which went down in history as one of the legendary Hac nights.
In the ten years since, the influence and legacy of The Hacienda has only become more secure with events including multiple concerts at Castlefield Bowl & The Royal Albert Hall, opening Glastonbury Festival’s Pyramid Stage and our live streams together, attracting and entertaining millions of viewers during the 2020 lockdowns.
StreamGM are supporting the event because, four decades on, The Hacienda and its spirit have become synonymous with Manchester’s musical and cultural history. Going back to its Whitworth Street roots on 21st May brings a great, almost extraordinary, sense of local, cultural significance.
Laura Graham, co-founder of Stream GM said: “The Hacienda is looking surprisingly decent shape for 40 years old! The club was, and still is, a Mancunian institution, known all over the world as the spiritual epicentre of acid house.
“Who would ever have imagined a club that never really made any money for the owners, would still have such a profound and long-lasting legacy in music, fashion, and culture, despite the doors closing for good in 1997?
“Showcasing Greater Manchester’s music and culture is at the heart of everything StreamGM does, which is why we are delighted to once again partner with The Hacienda to broadcast their 40th anniversary party.
“After raising thousands for worthy causes with our three global smash hit ‘House Party’ streams during lockdowns of 2020, we continue this great relationship, to raise both awareness and much needed funds for two great causes: Legacy of War Foundation in Ukraine, and The Christie.”
“There are many people who won’t be able to go to the event due to reasons such as: limited availability of tickets, international travel restrictions, accessibility, or the rising cost of living – but StreamGM are broadcasting live and direct from the Hacienda Apartments carpark, to make the party accessible for everyone to enjoy, wherever they are.”
DJ Paulette continued: “I was a punter at The Hacienda for years before I became a DJ. I have fond memories of Mike Pickering playing Wally Badarou’s ‘Kiss of The Spider Woman’ one Friday night and me and my twin Paula danced and sweat so hard we ruined our freshly relaxed hair do’s.
“The Flesh first birthday party is a lasting memory that spawned the now iconic silver metal bra and sequin knickers shot that endures into 2022. It is incredible that the legend has continued to grow over the years so that we can now entertain amazing crowds all over the world and all over again. I am thrilled to return to the car park and the site - I am a bit nervous and I know it will give me goosebumps. It has been a long time, but The Hacienda lives on.” DJ Paulette
From a disused yacht showroom transformed by Ben Kelly in 1982 financed by Factory Records and New Order, The Hacienda was initially the epicentre for Manchester’s live band scene with seminal gigs from bands such as: The Smiths, The Stone Roses, James New Order, The Fall, Primal Scream, Pet Shop Boys, and even international artists such as Madonna and Nic Cave.
From 1984 onwards Mike Pickering’s Nude night set the club on course for the emerging dance sounds of the mid to late 80’s which then collided with the “Madchester” scene to create one of the most defining and energetic cultural movements of the late 20th century, as the club became internationally renowned in the process.
Inspiring countless artists, a city, and the world at large, The Hacienda may have closed its individually numbered doors in June 1997 but through countless events, media, and cultural references, in many ways The Hacienda and its unique soul that characterised those halcyon times has never actually left us.
Louise Stimson, Head of Fundraising at The Christie charity: “The Christie and The Hacienda are both iconic Manchester institutions and hold a special place in the hearts of Mancunians.
“Without generous supporters such as The Hacienda team we would not be able to offer our patients enhanced services over and above what the NHS funds. Funds from events such as this make a huge difference to the care and treatment that The Christie is able to provide patients and their families, and we are incredibly grateful to be one of the chosen charities to benefit from such an iconic event.”
Giles Duley, CEO and Founder, Legacy of War Foundation concluded: “Legacy of War Foundation believes that real change happens when communities come together in creative ways: whether that is over a meal, online or on the dancefloor. That is why we are delighted to be partnering with StreamGM and The Hacienda for this incredibly special live event.
"We’ve been thrilled to get to know Alan Erasmus and the Hacienda team over the last few months as we worked together to support vulnerable communities in Ukraine. This event, celebrating an amazing 40 years of The Hacienda, will help us to continue collaborating with our partners on the ground to ensure that no-one is left behind in this devastating conflict.
"Thanks to everyone at Hacienda and StreamGM for your support. We look forward to seeing you all in the carpark on May 21st!”
Tickets On Pre-Sale For 10AM Thurs 12th May 2022 At www.fac51-thehacienda.com
General Sale 10AM Fri 13th May 2022 at www.fac51-thehacienda.com
Event Broadcast Live by StreamGM at www.streamgm.co.uk & across their networks.