CLASSICAL CONCERTS & OPERA IN MANCHESTER
CLASSICAL CONCERTS & OPERA IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Classical Concerts & Opera in Manchester
The Holiday In Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
The Bridgewater Hall
Fri 6 - Mon 23 Dec 2024
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta - Vivaldi's Four Seasons at Christmas
Manchester Cathedral
Sat 23 Nov - Sat 28 Dec 2024
The Piccadilly Sinfonietta - Vivaldi's Four Seasons by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral
Sat 25 Jan - Sat 21 Jun 2025
Manchester Camerata & Kantos - Space: The Sounds of the Stars
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 9 February 2025
Embark on an immersive sonic journey through the cosmos like never before. As The Great Nave at Gorton Monastery transforms into a planetarium, sit amongst the orchestra and experience music inspired by astronomy, all while gazing at breath...Manchester Camerata & Kantos - Space: The Sounds of the Stars
The Monastery, Manchester
Sunday 9 February 2025
Embark on an immersive sonic journey through the cosmos like never before. As The Great Nave at Gorton Monastery transforms into a planetarium, sit amongst the orchestra and experience music inspired by astronomy, all while gazing at breath...Billy Lockett
The Deaf Institute, Manchester
Sunday 9 February 2025
Northampton piano man has been playlisted on Radio 1, supported Lewis Capaldi, Electric Light Orchestra, Birdy, Lana del Rey and KT Tunstall, and performed on Made In Chelsea, James Corden's Late Late Show. He has written, recorded, perform...Alexis Ffrench
Albert Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 12 February 2025
One of the today's most popular classical musicians; pianist, composer and producer Alexis Ffrench is indisputably one of the world's most talented musical minds. This festive season, he performs music from his forthcoming Album 'Christma...The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 14 February 2025
Featuring the classical reimaginings of a 13-piece Chamber Orchestra, guests will be able to re-live and experience some of the most well-known and well-loved Rock & Metal songs from the last 40 years, including the likes of Metallica, Led ...Warren Mailley-Smith - Valentine's Moonlight Sonata by Candlelight
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Friday 14 February 2025
Treat yourself and your loved ones to an exceptional Valentine's piano recital in the beautiful candlelit setting of this stunning venue. Renowned British concert pianist, Warren Mailley-Smith, will perform an outstanding selection of class...
Ellen Kent's La Bohème
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 21 February 2025
Senbla presents Opera International's award-winning Ellen Kent Production featuring the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv, with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra. Directed by Ellen Kent, this brand new pro...Dustin O'Halloran
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Friday 21 February 2025
The American pianist and composer has five acclaimed solo albums under his own name, and is a member of the band A Winged Victory for the Sullen, which has released five albums, some based on scores and soundtracks. He had previously releas...Ellen Kent's Madama Butterfly
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 22 February 2025
Senbla presents Opera International's award-winning Ellen Kent and the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv production, with international soloists, highly-praised chorus and full orchestra. Back by overwhelming public demand, this award-w...Ellen Kent's La Traviata
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 23 February 2025
Senbla presents Opera internation's award-winning Ellen Kent Production featuring the Ukranian National Opera of Kharkiv in collaboration with the Ukranian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv, with international soloists, highly-praised choru...Trance Classical
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Saturday 1 March 2025
Hosted by one of the most iconic names in classic trance, Lange, prepare to hear trance classics performed like never before. A fusion of orchestra and DJ with a tailored light and laser show to bring you an immersive experience. Expect t...Ensemble Symphony Orchestra - Discovering Morricone
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 4 March 2025
Experience the enchanting world of Maestro Ennio Morricone, brought to life by Italy's Ensemble Symphony Orchestra and led by conductor Giacomo Loprieno. After multiple critically acclaimed tours in Italy, Discovering Morricone debuts in th...The Pyramid Players - Stockport's Light Orchestra
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 9 March 2025
A new 40-piece full orchestra dedicated to performing the best in tuneful light music from yesteryear. The programme will include - Calling All Workers ('Music While You Work'), Sailing By (Shipping Forecast theme), Puffin' Billy, Three Dan...Opera North - The Magic Flute Lite
The Lowry, Salford
Thursday 13 March 2025
A 90-minute version of The Magic Flute based on James Brining's production. A delight for all ages, this production is perfect for schools, families and anyone who'd like to enjoy a shorter version of the opera. Enter an enchanted world and...Martin Kohlstedt
Hallé at St Michael's, Manchester
Thursday 13 March 2025
Martin Kohlstedt is among the outstanding composers, pianists and producers for instrumental music and electronica. The German composer, movie soundtrack composer, pianist, and record producer has a contemporary approach of mixing classical...Opera e Lirica - The Three Tenors
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Friday 14 March 2025
The enticing voices of the three tenors Vincenzo Tremante, Alessandro Fortunato e Francesco Fortes, accompanied by a string quartet and piano, offer the audience a spectacular journey through the masterpieces of the Italian opera and the Ne...Opera North - The Flying Dutchman
The Lowry, Salford
Saturday 15 March 2025
Although not his first opera, Wagner regarded The Flying Dutchman as the true beginning of his artistic voyage, and it is in many ways the ideal introduction to his musical universe. From the bracing horn calls that set the propulsive dra...Scala & Kolacny Brothers
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Thursday 20 March 2025
In recent years, recordings of Belgian women's choir Scala have been used repeatedly in various Hollywood productions. Their unique sound always reinforces the emotions shown on the big screen, in an unparalleled way. Conducted by Stijn K...Manchester Camerata & RNCM Musicians - Dvorak's Cello Concerto
RNCM, Manchester
Friday 21 March 2025
Manchester Camerata, with its Music Director Gabor Takacs-Nagy, Principal Cellist, Hannah Roberts, and students from the RNCM breathe life into an evening of extraordinary works. Dvorak wrote his Cello Concerto in 1894 during his final acad...RNCM Brass Band
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Thursday 27 March 2025
Established during the 1990s by brass innovator Howard Snell, the RNCM Brass Band has always been a flagship ensemble of the institution. Geographically the RNCM is ideally placed in Manchester for brass band students and it boasts a teachi...Aled Jones
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Thursday 27 March 2025
Prepare to hear the original, classical crossover star as you've never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice, selling over seven million albums. His recording of Walking in the Air, from ...Aled Jones
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Thursday 27 March 2025
Prepare to hear the original, classical crossover star as you've never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice, selling over seven million albums. His recording of Walking in the Air, from ...The Royal Opera - Turandot (12A)
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 1 April 2025
The Royal Ballet and Opera returns to the big screen for its Cinema Season 2024/25 with a dazzling production of Puccini's captivating opera of love and revenge, featuring the ever-popular Nessun dorma. The beautiful but icy Princess ...Manchester Camerata & Jean-Efflam Bavouzet - Mozart Made in Manchester
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 2 April - Friday 23 May 2025
Manchester Camerata and Chetham's School of Music have embarked on a multi-year collaborative project to perform and record all of Mozart's piano concertos, bringing together eminent pianist Jean-Efflam Bavouzet and Camerata Music Director,...André Rieu and His Johann Strauss Orchestra
Co-op Live, Manchester
Thursday 3 April 2025 - Friday 3 April 2026
Andre Rieu is a Dutch violinist and conductor best known for creating the waltz-playing Johann Strauss Orchestra. He and his orchestra have turned classical and waltz music into a worldwide concert touring act, as successful as some of the ...Aled Jones
Waterside, Manchester
Thursday 3 April 2025
Prepare to hear the original, classical crossover star as you've never heard him before. He was the boy treble who captivated the world with his angelic voice, selling over seven million albums. His recording of Walking in the Air, from ...Michael Ball & Alfie Boe
AO Arena, Manchester
Friday 4 April 2025
Actor and singer Michael Ball and tenor Alfie Boe met, somewhat appropriately, in a production of Kismet at the London Coliseum in 2007. The duo's instant camaraderie and professional mutual admiration proved to be the start of a long-stand...Across The Universe - The Beatles Performed by Live Band & Orchestra
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Friday 18 April 2025
Across The Universe is a celebration of The Beatles' "studio years" of 1966-1970. This unique show featuring live band and orchestra is a must-see for all Beatles fans. The music recorded by The Beatles from 1966-1970 represents some of th...Playstation: The Concert
Co-op Live, Manchester
Tuesday 22 April 2025
Prepare for a truly groundbreaking live music event that blends the awe-inspiring music from PlayStation's most iconic games with cutting-edge visuals and the latest in production technology A troupe of virtuous soloists will bring the musi...Andrea Bocelli
Co-op Live, Manchester
Friday 25 April 2025
Andrea Angel Bocelli is one of the world's greatest singing talents. Best known for blending of opera and pop music, his rich and unique voice has been known to bring audiences to tears. Born in a village in Tuscany, Bocelli started piano l...Q The Music - James Bond Concert Spectacular
Buxton Opera House, Stockport
Sunday 11 May 2025
Celebrating 20+ years as the original pioneering Bond concert, known for stirring emotional and adrenaline-fueled performances, mixed with superb musicianship and flair. Indeed, every fan club around the world recognises them as the finest ...Tony Ann
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 11 May 2025
Tony Ann is a virtuoso solo pianist from Canada who seamlessly blends contemporary and classical styles. As a harmony connoisseur, Tony pushes the limits of neoclassical and popular music, crafting emotionally rich compositions using the fu...Jess Gillam Trio
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Thursday 15 May 2025
Cumbrian Royal Northern College of Music-alumni Jess Gillam is celebrated as a leading figure of the saxophone. With her electrifying performances, vibrant stage presence and magnetic personality, the 'uniquely mercurial' (The Times) Jess ...Beyond the Barricade
The Lowry, Salford
Saturday 17 May 2025
Beyond the Barricade, the UK's longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour, is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2024. Join the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have made audiences ret...The Royal Opera - Die Walküre (12A)
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 18 May 2025
The Royal Ballet and Opera returns to the big screen for its Cinema Season 2024/25. Gods and mortals battle in the second chapter of Wagner's Ring Cycle, which sees conductor Antonio Pappano and director Barrie Kosky reunite to continue the...Sing With The Hallé - Be in the Audience
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 7 June 2025
Hear the Halle Choir and a huge chorus of singers for this very special performance of Mozart's Requiem. Following a full day of rehearsals with the Halle's exceptional Choral Director, Matthew Hamilton, the massed singers, alongside the Ha...Sing With The Hallé - Be in the Choir
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 7 June 2025
Experience the thrill of singing alongside one of the world's most renowned choirs and orchestras in a full day of inspiring choral music. Everyone is welcome and no previous experience is required! You will have the joy of singing one o...Q The Music - James Bond Concert Spectacular
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 14 June 2025
Celebrating 20+ years as the original pioneering Bond concert, known for stirring emotional and adrenaline-fueled performances, mixed with superb musicianship and flair. Indeed, every fan club around the world recognises them as the finest ...John Wilson and his Sinfonia of London
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 22 June 2025
Prepare to be enchanted as John Wilson and Sinfonia of London bring the timeless music of Rodgers & Hammerstein to life in a spectacular concert featuring beloved songs from some of the greatest musicals of all time including South Pacif...Hans Zimmer
