Summary
Purple Riot will deliver campaign strategy, media relations and launch activity for MCR Made, a major public exhibition at Manchester Arndale running from 3 August to 24 October 2026. The installation comprises 13 giant inflatable portraits, some reaching six metres in length, celebrating figures who have shaped Manchester's global identity.
The exhibition features portraits of Liam and Noel Gallagher, Marcus Rashford, Emmeline Pankhurst, Alan Turing and Aitch, with a new portrait of Ellen Wilkinson created exclusively for the show. The installation includes photo opportunities and a social media competition. Nikki Kitchen, founder of Purple Riot, said the project celebrates Manchester's creative identity and brings together one of the city's most celebrated artists with one of its most iconic destinations.
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- What is this article about?
- Manchester PR agency Purple Riot has been appointed to manage the campaign for MCR Made, a free exhibition of giant inflatable portraits by artist Stanley Chow opening at Manchester Arndale on 3 August. The installation will feature 13 oversized inflatables celebrating figures including Liam and Noel Gallagher, Marcus Rashford and Alan Turing.
- When was this published?
- This article was published on 23 July 2026.
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- This article was published by Prolific North.