THEATRE IN MANCHESTER
THEATRE IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Theatre in Manchester
Here You Come Again - The New Dolly Parton Musical
The Lowry
Tue 29 Oct - Sat 2 Nov 2024
New Dawn Fades: A Play About Joy Division and Manchester
The Met
Wed 9 - Sat 19 Oct 2024
Only Fools and Horses The Musical
Manchester Opera House
Mon 11 - Sat 23 Nov 2024
Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Pyramid and Parr Hall
Fri 13 Sep 2024 - Sun 1 Jun 2025
Dan and Phil
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 29 - Thursday 30 January 2025
YouTubers Dan and Phil are back to heal your inner child and take back what the internet took from them. In their new screamingly hilarious live stage show, Terrible Influence, it's a new era. They're older, gayer, Phil's gone blonde, and n...Jason Fox - Life at The Limit
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Wednesday 29 January 2025
Ex-special forces soldier, star of TV's SAS: Who Dares Wins, Inside The Real Narcos and author of The Number One Bestseller Battle Scars; Jason Fox will bring to the stage and on tour for the first time the remarkable story of his daring ex...Jim Davidson
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 29 January 2025
In the ever-evolving book of British comedy, highly controversial former TV star Jim Davidson OBE remains a best-seller, writing new chapters of hilarity that captivate capacity audiences year after year, with a "gripping tale where free...Sing-a-Long-a The Greatest Showman
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 30 January 2025
Sing-a-Long-a Productions, producers of Sing-a-Long-a Sound of Music and Sing-a-Long-a Grease brings you their newest show, the smash hit film musical that everyone can't stop singing - The Greatest Showman! Look out 'cause here it com...10 Nights
The Lowry, Salford
Thursday 30 January - Saturday 1 February 2025
The Olivier Award nominated moving and funny play, by Shahid Iqbal Khan, is the story of one man's journey of self-discovery, and facing the consequences of your actions. One man's spiritual journey is about to begin... after he's posted o...Katherine Ryan
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 1 February 2025
Star of UKTV's hugely popular new series Parental Guidance as well as Comedy Central's upcoming Out of Order with Rosie Jones and Judi Love, TV's beloved Katherine Ryan makes a hugely welcome return to the stage with her brand-new live stan...The Johnny Cash Roadshow
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Saturday 1 February 2025
The only show to be endorsed by the Cash Family, the Johnny Cash Roadshow is simply the biggest and best celebration of Johnny Cash in the world today. Award winning front man, Clive John, dedicates this year to a 50th anniversary tour of t...Al Murray - The Pub Landlord
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 2 February 2025
"Country, the UK, lost its way, seeks life partner/mentor/inspiration. Good sense of humour essential. No timewasters, tedious show-offs or offend-o-trons need apply. HR free zone." Standing up so you don't have to take it lying it down any...Chris McCausland
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 2 February 2025
You might have seen him on Scared of the Dark, Would I Lie to You, Have I Got News for You, The Royal Variety, QI, Blankety Blank, The Last Leg, and tons more as well. He's been called an "overnight success" - Even though he's been doing...The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time (Garrick Ensemble Production)
Altrincham Garrick Playhouse, Altrincham
Monday 3 - Sunday 9 February 2025
For their annual production, The Garrick Ensemble, a company of 18-30 year old aspiring actors from Greater Manchester and Cheshire, perform Simon Stephens' adaptation of Mark Haddon's bestselling, award-winning novel, offering a richly the...Kinky Boots
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Tuesday 4 - Saturday 8 February 2025
This joy-filled sensation, based on a true story and hit movie, features Tony® and Grammy® winning music and lyrics by pop icon Cyndi Lauper, a hilarious and life-affirming book by Tony Award winner Harvey Fierstein and is directed by Nik...The Shark is Broken
The Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 4 - Saturday 8 February 2025
Step aboard the Orca and into a "profound dive behind the scenes of the making of Jaws" (The Daily Telegraph). This Olivier Award-nominated new play is "hilariously brilliant and pure genius" raves the Sunday Express in its 5 Star review an...Rita, Sue & Bob Too!
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Tuesday 4 - Sunday 9 February 2025
St Helens' Regal Entertainments Ltd proudly presents the return of the record breaking Adults Only hilarious 1987 cult classic Rita, Sue & Bob Too!TV favourite Jake Quickenden heads the stellar cast as Bob in the production. Jake will be ...Floella Benjamin's Coming To England
The Lowry, Salford
Wednesday 5 - Monday 10 February 2025
An inspirational story of hope, determination and triumph Floella Benjamin's award-winning and iconic book Coming to England comes to life in this joyful stage adaptation with music, storytelling and song. Much loved by children and familie...Clinton Baptiste
Middleton Arena, Manchester
Thursday 6 February 2025
Solo again, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show. As well as venturing into the audience to offer his unique spirit readings, Clinton...
Adult Panto Tour - The Wizard of Oz
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Thursday 6 February 2025
Get ready to meet the "friends of Dorothy" as you've never seen them before as they go off to see The Wizard in a naughty tale full of camp and filthy fun! Follow them "over the rainbow" for an all new adventure to the merry old land of oz ...Matt Bragg
Chorley Theatre, Chorley
Thursday 6 February 2025
Recently described by Chortle as a mix between Jack Dee and Frank Skinner wrapped in a Mod's fashion sense, Matt Bragg is taking his debut show on tour. Matt Bragg Has Nothing Wrong with Him is a selection of his best bits from seven years ...Escaped Alone and What If If Only
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Friday 7 February - Sunday 9 March 2025
Director Sarah Frankcom returns to the Exchange with two short plays by Caryl Churchill, brought together in one evening of theatre. Escaped Alone "I'm walking down the street and there's a door in the fence open and inside there are three...Avatar - The Last Airbender in Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 7 February 2025
Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert presents a live orchestral rendition of the series' iconic soundtrack, paired with a two-hour special recap of the animated series' three seasons displayed on a full-size cinema screen. The projection ...Shirley Valentine
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Friday 7 February - Saturday 8 March 2025
Be transported to sunny Greece with this beloved northern comedy! Mina Anwar reprises the title role in Willy Russell's heart-warming comedy following her acclaimed performance in our 2020 production. This will once again see Mina resetting...James Phelan - The Dreamer
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 7 February 2025
Star of The Greatest Magician, and the BBC's most broadcast magician of the last decade - the award-winning James Phelan - debuts this breath-taking new magic show. Most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after correctly predicting th...Outside The Box Comedy Club - 7th February - Stockport Garrick
The Garrick Theatre, Stockport
Friday 7 February 2025
RIA LINA - Ria Lina (born 4 March 1987) is a touring Filipina comedian, actress and writer known for her appearances on BBC?s Live At The Apollo, Have I Got News For You, The Now Show and Mock The Week - and in November was named as one of ...Clinton Baptiste
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Saturday 8 February - Thursday 8 May 2025
Solo again, Britain's most celebrated clairvoyant medium psychic from Peter Kay's Phoenix Nights returns with his brand new hilarious one-man stand up show. As well as venturing into the audience to offer his unique spirit readings, Clinton...Mark Thomas
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 8 February 2025
Jokes, rants, politics, play and the occasional sing song. If you don't know what he does ask your parents. In his time he has won awards (current total is now officially 'fuckloads'), forced a politician to resign, changed laws on tax and ...Bill Bryson's Notes From a Small Island
The Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 11 - Saturday 15 February 2025
Bill Bryson's smash-hit memoir journeys to the stage in an acclaimed adaptation, starring national treasure Les Dennis. From Calais to the Highlands, Bill travels the length and breadth of Britain rediscovering the green and pleasant land h...The Girl on the Train
The Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 11 - Saturday 15 February 2025
Adapted from Paula Hawkins' novel - an international phenomenon selling over twenty million copies worldwide - this gripping new play will keep you guessing until the final moment. Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Her only escape i...Horrible Histories - Awful Egyptians
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 13 - Saturday 15 February 2025
So it's time to prepare yourselves for an amazing show with Horrible Histories live on stage! Using actors and eye-popping 3D special effects, these astounding shows are guaranteed to thrill you and your children. Historical figures and eve...Horrible Histories - Terrible Tudors
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 13 - Saturday 15 February 2025
We all want to meet people from history. The trouble is everyone is dead! So it's time to prepare yourselves for Terrible Tudors live on stage! From the horrible Henries to the end of evil Elizabeth, hear the legends (and the lies!) about t...Tom Stade
Darwen Library Theatre, Blackburn
Thursday 13 February 2025
The hilarious Canadian superstar stand-up returns with his latest show, Risky Business.. Tom's funny and today's funny don't always see eye-to-eye, but that's cool; it's not Tom's way to follow the herd. He much prefers to take the path les...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 ...
Basketmouth
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Friday 14 February 2025
One of Nigeria's most famous comedians, Basketmouth has grown from strength to strength with his ever hilarious sense of humour. His accolades in Africa are endless and he his currently seen as the greatest African comedian of all time. ...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...Jacob Hawley
The Lowry, Salford
Friday 14 February 2025
The new stand up show from award-winning Stevenage wideboy Jacob Hawley. Space offers politics for idiots, feminism for lads, love stories for louts and self-care for those who don't care. As seen on The Russell Howard Hour (Sky1), Ladhoo...Erasured - The Ultimate Erasure Tribute
The Sound Lounge Darwen, Blackburn
Saturday 15 February 2025
In 1995 Mark Rodway appeared on ITV's "Stars In Their Eyes" (and again for the 1995 Christmas Special) as Erasure's Andy Bell, to universal acclaim. He met Pete Faint in 1996 and the pair began writing original material together and at th...Outside The Box Comedy - Saturday 15th February - Stockport Garrick
The Garrick Theatre, Stockport
Saturday 15 February 2025
BARBARA NICE - Barbara Nice is the overenthusiastic housewife alter-ego of award-winning comedian Janice, who was discovered by legendary comedian Peter Kay, who asked her to play Holy Mary in Phoenix Nights. She has been compared to Victor...What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 16 February 2025
What's Love Got To Do With It? is the joyous new show celebrating the music of the incredible Tina Turner. Brought to you by the award-winning producers behind the hugely successful Whitney - Queen Of The Night, What's Love Got To Do With I...Rachel Fairburn
The Frog and Bucket, Manchester
Sunday 16 February 2025
Co-host of international smash hit podcast All Killa No Filla, renowned Manchester stand up comedian and "rock'n'roll star of British Comedy" (Rolling Stone), Rachel Fairburn is back with a brand-new tour, Side Eye. She's bringing...Dear Evan Hansen
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Tuesday 18 - Saturday 22 February 2025
A letter that was never meant to be seen, a lie that was never meant to be told, a life he never dreamed he could have. Evan Hansen is about to get the one thing he's always wanted: a chance to finally fit in. DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the deeply...Neighbours - The 40th Anniversary Tour
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 18 February 2025
Maple Tree Entertainment in collaboration with Fremantle Australia present: Neighbours - The 40th Anniversary Tour. Following on from the phenomenal sell out success of The Celebration Tour, Neighbours is returning to the stage, with a new ...Rita, Sue & Bob Too!
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 18 - Saturday 22 February 2025
St Helens' Regal Entertainments Ltd proudly presents the return of the record breaking Adults Only hilarious 1987 cult classic Rita, Sue & Bob Too!TV favourite Jake Quickenden heads the stellar cast as Bob in the production. Jake will be ...This Kind of Black (Requiem for Black Boys)
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 18 - Saturday 22 February 2025
A coming-of-age tale set in 1990s Moss Side, a stone's throw from conflict and violence, This Kind of Black (Requiem for Black Boys) is the powerful new stage show from poet and musician Reece Williams. This Kind of Black celebrates a commu...Su Pollard
Waterside, Manchester
Tuesday 18 February 2025
A night of hilarious laughter, fabulous songs and wonderful stories. For 50 years the legendary Su Pollard has delighted audiences, starring in the nation's best-known TV shows and on stages around the globe in some of the world's most-l...Killer Couples featuring Emma Kenny
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Wednesday 19 February 2025
Killer Couples is not just another true crime show; it's a riveting exploration of romance gone horrifically awry. Emma unravels the complex psychology of couples who commit the unthinkable, transforming their intimate bond into a pact of d...An Evening with Jimmy White
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Wednesday 19 February 2025
An evening With ''The Whirlwind'' Jimmy White! Hosted by none other than the voice of world snooker, Mr John Virgo, plus an exclusive trick shot masterclass from the man himself. Also joined by special guest snooker commentator and 1997 Wor...Bing's Birthday
The Lowry, Salford
Thursday 20 - Sunday 23 February 2025
Join Bing and his friends Sula, Pando, Coco, Amma and of course Flop as they get ready to celebrate his special day in the brand-new live stage show, Bing's Birthday!It's Bing's birthday and everyone is very excited! Things won't always go ...
NT Live/ The Importance of Being Earnest
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 20 - Saturday 22 February 2025
Three-time Olivier Award-winner Sharon D Clarke is joined by Ncuti Gatwa in this joyful reimagining of Oscar Wilde?s most celebrated comedy....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...The Little Prince
Waterside, Manchester
Friday 21 February 2025
Through mesmerising puppetry and beautiful songs the boy who fell to earth teaches his friend the Aviator about love, life and real happiness. Has a sheep on a star eaten a rose?' If that sounds silly then you might be like the King and the...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...Tom Stade
