Theatre in Manchester

The Jury Experience: Diamonds, Lies, and a Dead Man

You've been called for jury duty. Scandal brews as a disgraced ex-driver stands trial for stealing global superstar Lana Tonneti's 20m necklace.

The Stoller Hall, Manchester

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The Rocky Horror Show

Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show returns to the UK as part of a sell-o…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Whitney: Queen of the Night

Queen Of The Night – A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2027 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK.Established as t…

Opera House, Manchester

Murder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family

Murder Trial Tonight returns after four previous sold-out seasons with its most gripping case yet.Murder Trial Tonight V: Death in the Family brings a chilling…

Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

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Murder Trial Tonight

Tigerslane Studios, renowned for its captivating true-crime productions, is thrilled to announce the launch of the new season of ‘Murder Trial Tonight – The Doo…

Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

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Austentatious: An Improvised Novel

Join the all-star cast as they improvise a brand new Jane Austen work before your very eyes, based on a single audience suggestion.

Opera House, Manchester

Anything for Love - The Meatloaf Story

Steve Steinman made his public debut when appearing on the UK's popular impersonation competition Stars In Their Eyes in 1993, going on to become the show's mos…

Opera House, Manchester

A Country Night in Nashville

A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing Honky Tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in t…

Opera House, Manchester

Dirty Dancing

Have the time of your life with the ultimate live experience; Dirty Dancing - The Classic Story On Stage.

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Rum

Meet Danny, plastering since he was a kid, he’s not scared of anything, he's RUM. Danny’s been up all night and now he’s rushing to finish a job before he has t…

Home, Manchester

Jeff Wayne's War of the Worlds

Take cover -- it's the original (prog-rock) score for the HG Wells novel adaptation, performed live on this Arena tour, with holographic Liam Neeson.

O2 Apollo Manchester, Manchester

The Mousetrap

Agatha Christie’s The Mousetrap is the world’s longest-running play. This thrilling West End production is the genre-defining murder mystery from the best-selli…

Opera House, Manchester

Rob Rouse: Funny Bones

Star of BBC’s Upstart Crow, 8 Out of 10 Cats, The Friday Night Project and Dave’s One Night Stand.Since winning the prestigious Channel 4 So You Think You’re Fu…

Fairfield Social Club, Manchester

Daniel Kitson - Thrum

There’s the sound of somewhere else and the permanence of a plant pot and the ubiquity of a phrase and the heartbreaking brevity of a very long time.

Albert Hall, Manchester

Christmas in Ireland

Be transported to a magical Christmas Eve inside a traditional Irish pub, where friends, old and new, gather to share songs, stories and memories of Christmases…

Opera House, Manchester

Jesus Christ Superstar

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar follows the events of the last days of the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas.

Palace Theatre, Manchester

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The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

The smash-hit National Theatre production of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time returns to London for a strictly limited season, following an acc…

Opera House, Manchester

Tubular Bells Live in Concert

The spectacle marks the 50th anniversary of Tubular Bells, the debut studio album by English multi-instrumentalist, composer and songwriter Mike Oldfield.

Bridgewater Hall, Manchester

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Pretty Woman: The Musical

One of Hollywood’s most beloved romantic stories of all time is now coming to the West End!

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Johannes Radebe: Finally Home

Johannes Radebe is back!2026 has been an extraordinary year for JoJo. He has become a British citizen, made his West End debut and started his dream role as pre…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Grease

The world’s best-loved musical is back! Grittier and more glamorous than ever before.After a whirlwind summer romance, leather-clad greaser Danny and girl-next-…

Opera House, Manchester

Miss Saigon

Michael Harrison in association with Cameron Mackintosh presents a new production of MISS SAIGON as Boublil and Schönberg’s legendary musical is reborn.The soar…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

GK Barry: It's Giving Life

Join GK Barry this September as she celebrates the release of her new book, It’s Giving Life, with an unmissable live tour packed full of laughs, oversharing, a…

Albert Hall, Manchester

Jersey Boys

The Internationally acclaimed stage sensation, Jersey Boys!This smash hit musical has won 65 major awards and has been seen by over 30 million people worldwide.…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Piff and Pop

This unique show is the result of the pairing of legendary magician Penn Jillette, of world-renowned duo Penn & Teller, (who will tour the UK for the first time…

Opera House, Manchester

Tom Read Wilson

Join television presenter, author, actor, and singer Tom Read Wilson for The A – Z of Me – an irreverent, whistle-stop tour of the alphabet.

Home, Manchester

Tom Gilbey: Absolute Filth

Tom Gilbey is an award-winning wine expert, marathon-runner, and now author, with a career that has seen him taste, sell, spill and celebrate wine for over 30 y…

The Stoller Hall, Manchester

Alice Cooper: Devil on My Shoulder Book Tour

Alice Cooper announces the release of his definitive autobiography, ‘Devil on my Shoulder’, published by Ebury Spotlight on 8th October 2026.

Opera House, Manchester

Trainspotting the Musical

Thirty years on from the film that changed everything, Trainspotting: The Musical storms the stage.

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Legally Blonde

A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the hit-movie of the same name, Legally Blonde The Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackl…

Opera House, Manchester

Cats

A new day has begun.A spectacular new production of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s multi award-winning musical CATS is coming to venues across the UK.From Euston station…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Christmas Carol Goes Wrong

God help us, everyone!The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens classic, A Christmas Carol.D…

Opera House, Manchester

Billy Elliot the Musical

Seen by almost 12 million people across five continents and honoured with more than 80 awards worldwide, Billy Elliot the Musical is one of the most successful…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Burlesque: The Musical

Welcome to Burlesque the Musical, the glamorous, gritty and outrageously fun new musical based on the much-loved hit movie.

Opera House, Manchester

Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder

Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar follows the events of the last days of the life of Jesus Christ, as seen through the eyes of Judas.

Palace Theatre, Manchester

Countess Luann

An American television personality, singer, author, and former model and nurse.

O2 Ritz, Manchester

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Harry Enfield and No Chums

From the meteoric rise of Loadsamoney, a Thatcherite Visionary, to the fury of Kevin the Teenager, Harry will reflect on 40 years of arsing about in comedy and…

Opera House, Manchester

Everybody's Talking About Jamie

Funny, fabulous and feel-good, this is the musical sensation for all the family and not to be missed!Jamie New is sixteen and lives on a council estate in Sheff…

Palace Theatre, Manchester

The Full Monty - The Play by Simon Beaufoy

As in the 1997 smash hit film, this brand-new production is a rollercoaster ride of ups and downs, laughs and heartbreak.

Opera House, Manchester

Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical

40 years on from the iconic gig that re-wrote music history, relive the joy of Live Aid in a “completely new and delightful way!” (Pete Townshend of The Who).Pe…

Opera House, Manchester

Chicago The Musical

“Murder, greed, corruption, exploitation, adultery and treachery… all those things we hold near and dear to our hearts”.

Opera House, Manchester

Back To The Future The Musical

Strap in for the smash hit Back to the Future The Musical, landing as part of its first ever UK tour.

Opera House, Manchester

Ogrepalooza With The Ogretones

Leave your pitchforks at the door and get in our swamp...Headlined by the UK's #1 Shrek tribute band, The Ogretones - an 8-piece live band featuring Shrek, Fion…

O2 Ritz, Manchester

Lesbian Triple Bill

An evening of queer works in progress from Manchester's emerging theatre-makersJoin directors Clodagh Chapman, Ellie Harrington and Maisie Holland at the John T…

Martin Harris Centre For Music And Drama, Manchester

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Tides

Dylan Ward is autistic. He has his own way of thinking and his own way of doing things, but no one seems to understand him.

Theatre 53two, Manchester

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Chicago: Teen Edition

To close this incredible season, NWTAC presents the iconic Chicago: Teen Edition - a dazzling, sharp-edged musical that has captivated audiences for decades.In…

North West Theatre Arts Company Workshop, Manchester

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Little Shop of Horrors

LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORSBook and Lyrics by HOWARD ASHMAN Music by ALAN MENKEN Based on the film by Roger Corman, Screenplay by Charles GriffithDirected by: Martin…

Guide Bridge Theatre, Manchester

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Queen B Bottomless Drag Brunch

Calling all independent women and single ladies!A brand new Beyoncé-inspired daytime drag experience is coming to On Bar, starring a collective of London & Manc…

On Bar, Manchester

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