Gorilla

Gorilla is a club and gig venue at 54-56 Whitworth Street West in Manchester, England, set in railway arches beneath the viaduct near Oxford Road and Deansgate. The venue combines a bar and restaurant space on the ground floor with a music room that hosts live bands, DJ sets and club nights, and it is one of the city centre's established mid-sized stages. The crowd is mostly aged 18 to 40, with a mix of students, gig-goers and club regulars, and it varies with the event, from rock and indie audiences to electronic dancefloor crowds. There is no strict dress code and casual clothing is normal, though sportswear can be treated differently on some club nights. The atmosphere is energetic and informal, with arched ceilings, a close stage and a relaxed bar area where people gather before shows. Programming covers live gigs by touring and local bands across rock, indie, hip-hop, metal and alternative styles, plus DJ-led club nights playing house, techno, disco and dance music, depending on the date. The drinks programme includes draught and bottled beer, cocktails, spirits and soft drinks, with prices in line with other city centre venues, and the ground floor serves food at some times. Opening hours are listed as typically evenings from Thursday to Sunday, with event-specific doors and closing times. Entry ranges from free to about £25 depending on the event, with tickets usually sold in advance for gigs and on the door or online for club nights. Reservations are not standard for standing events, though tables in the bar may be available, and bottle service is not a feature. Popular shows can sell out, so advance booking is advised, and queues form at the door on Friday and Saturday late evenings.