What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
Saturday 1 March 2025
Bat Out Of Hell
Bat Out Of Hell
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Bat Out of Hell makes a triumphant return, with a thrilling spectacle of a show where the timeless music of Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf reigns supreme! Get ready for an electrifying experience that will ignite your passion for rock 'n' roll....Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Starring X-Factor winner Joe McElderry as the roof-raising Pharaoh, the smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Manchester this February/March!|The ...Manchester City v Plymouth Argyle
Manchester City v Plymouth Argyle
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
City take on Plymouth in the FA Cup at the Etihad Stadium. ...Glorious!
Glorious!
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Hope Mill Theatre Presents "GLORIOUS!" The True Story of Florence Foster Jenkins-The Worst Singer in the World. Written by Peter Quilter and Directed by Kirk Jameson "GLORIOUS!" will star Wendi Peters as Florence Foster Jenkins. Join ...Ghost Stories
Ghost Stories
Lowry, Salford
The long-running West End hit returns! When Professor Goodman, arch-sceptic out to debunk the paranormal, embarks on an investigation of three apparent hauntings - as recounted by a night-watchman, a teenage boy, and a businessman awaiting ...Greg Davies
Greg Davies
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Star of shows such as Taskmaster, The Inbetweeners, The Cleaner, Never Mind The Buzzcocks, Man Down and Cuckoo, comedian Greg Davies is heading back out on tour for the first time in 7 years with his brand-new 2025 stand-up show Full Fat Le...Escaped Alone and What If If Only
Escaped Alone and What If If Only
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
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...Love's Labour's Lost (more or less)
Love's Labour's Lost (more or less)
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
A brand-new comedy theatre show from Stephen Joseph Theatre, the team behind the UK Theatre Award-nominated The Comedy of Errors (more or less). A stag do in Ibiza. A hen do in Menorca, What could go wrong?... Everything! The stags have mad...Shirley Valentine
Shirley Valentine
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
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...Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George (George Michael Tribute)
Rob Lamberti - Perfectly George (George Michael Tribute)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
'Stars in Their Eyes' live finalist Rob Lamberti has earned the title of the UK's number one George Michael tribute artist and has even worked on behalf of the late Wham legend for Sony Music to promote the album 25 Live. In a 2014 interv...The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Z-arts, Manchester
Dive into Eric Carle's bright and colourful world as his beloved stories are transformed from page to stage using a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets and charming music. Featuring your favourite titles: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubb...The Merchant of Venice 1936
The Merchant of Venice 1936
Lowry, Salford
'THE PERFECT EXAMPLE OF HOW TO DO SHAKESPEARE' (Metro) Ambition, power and political unrest explode onto the stage in The Merchant of Venice 1936, direct from selling out the RSC and London's West End. Starring Tracy-Ann Oberman (EastEnders...Fat Dog
Fat Dog
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Described by the NME as "2023's wildest live band", South London indie act Fat Dog's music has been described as containing elements of dance, punk and klezmer. ...Craig Charles Funk & Soul House Party + Odyssey
Craig Charles Funk & Soul House Party + Odyssey
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Craig Charles brings the legendary Funk & Soul House Party to Manchester Cathedral with special guest Odyssey. Craig Charles, famed for his long-running BBC Radio 6 Funk & Soul Show, will host the evening, bringing his renowned passion for ...Nexup - Max Dean
Nexup - Max Dean
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
One of the hottest names in Tech-House, Essex's Max Dean. ...Opeth
Opeth
Albert Hall, Manchester
Sweden's visionaries of Opeth have come a long way within the past 3 decades and evolved from raw death metal to virtuousic progressive vintage rock. Always following their own path, the band forged 13 albums, each being a new milestone wit...Funky Bingo
Funky Bingo
Bowlers Exhibition Centre, Manchester
Funky Bingo is an incredible night full of banging tunes, whacky prizes, and bingo fun... What are you waiting for?! The wildest bingo in the world, Funky Bingo turns your typical bingo night into an electrifying party, welcoming you to a ...Fat Dog
Fat Dog
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Described by the NME as "2023's wildest live band", South London indie act Fat Dog's music has been described as containing elements of dance, punk and klezmer. ...Trance Classical
Trance Classical
O2 Ritz, Manchester
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...Emilio Santoro as Elvis
Emilio Santoro as Elvis
Uppermill Civic Hall, Uppermill
Internationally acclaimed youngster Emilio Santoro brings his award-winning Elvis Presley theatre show to the UK. Emilio has won both European and World Championships as Elvis in the past year, and wowed America's Got Talent viewers with...Sunday 2 March 2025
Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Starring X-Factor winner Joe McElderry as the roof-raising Pharaoh, the smash-hit London Palladium production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber's Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat returns to Manchester this February/March!|The ...Glorious!
Glorious!
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Hope Mill Theatre Presents "GLORIOUS!" The True Story of Florence Foster Jenkins-The Worst Singer in the World. Written by Peter Quilter and Directed by Kirk Jameson "GLORIOUS!" will star Wendi Peters as Florence Foster Jenkins. Join ...Chris McCausland
Chris McCausland
Lowry, Salford
A brand-new show for 2025! You might have seen him on Strictly Come Dancing, 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 "o...Manchester United v Fulham (FA Cup)
Manchester United v Fulham (FA Cup)
Old Trafford, Manchester
United have been drawn to play Fulham in the FA Cup at Old Trafford ...Escaped Alone and What If If Only
Escaped Alone and What If If Only
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
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...Miss Americana - A Tribute to Taylor Swift by Xenna
Miss Americana - A Tribute to Taylor Swift by Xenna
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift and her Eras experience in this electrifying show presented by RED Entertainment, Cuffe & Taylor and Live Nation, featuring the incredible Xenna - a celebration of the iconic pop sensation's ...The Slow Readers Club
The Slow Readers Club
Gorilla, Manchester
Manchester's The Slow Readers Club deliver an energetic blend of driving drums and infectious guitar lines with evocative verses and anthemic choruses, imbued with their idiosyncratic brand of insightful and confronting lyricism, all set a...The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show
Z-arts, Manchester
Dive into Eric Carle's bright and colourful world as his beloved stories are transformed from page to stage using a menagerie of 75 lovable puppets and charming music. Featuring your favourite titles: Brown Bear, Brown Bear, 10 Little Rubb...Queenz - Drag Me To The Disco
Queenz - Drag Me To The Disco
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Queenz are back with a brand new show! Join the gals for an electrifying, live vocal, drag-stravaganza, where Dancing Queenz and Disco Dreams collide for the party of a lifetime. After two trailblazing years of touring the country, a run ...Olaf Falafel's Stupidest Super Stupid Show So Far
Olaf Falafel's Stupidest Super Stupid Show So Far
Lowry, Salford
The comedy show comedians take their kids to is back and even more stupider! Join comedian and children's author Olaf Falafel for an hour of kid's comedy which will be the stupidest he has ever let trickle from his brain. Expect sausage ...Zoe Lyons
Zoe Lyons
Lowry, Salford
If life is a journey, Zoe's has had more than its share of potholes and diversions: from diving with sharks, to sitting in a shed in Vietnam with a former health secretary (and discovering that MPs aren't the only parasites she has to wo...Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company - Art of Andalucia
Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company - Art of Andalucia
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
The award-winning Daniel Martinez Flamenco Company presents its long-awaited 2nd production Andalucia, a stunning flamenco production accompanied by a chamber orchestra. This extra special concert is a musical representation of the eight r...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...Frozen Light - The Ancient Oak of Baldor
Frozen Light - The Ancient Oak of Baldor
Lowry, Salford
A multi-sensory experience for audiences with profound and multiple learning disabilities and their companions, offering the chance to gather and experience the collective power of shared stories. Frozen Light Theatre welcomes you into thei...Kamil Bednarek
Kamil Bednarek
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Kamil Bednarek is a Polish reggae and dancehall pop musician, best known as the runner-up in the third series of Mam talent! He is best known for his Polish chart-topping hit "Cisza". ...Shabaz Ali
Shabaz Ali
Lowry, Salford
Join Shabaz Ali, @ShabazSays, as he takes to the stage in his debut live comedy tour. Jam packed with his roaring, on point and hugely requested observations of the mindboggling lengths that are taken to present a 'perfect' life online. Fro...Suffocation
Suffocation
Manchester Academy, Manchester
From the bleeding speed guitars, the intense waves of sound and spine curdling vocals, the pioneering New York gods of death metal set the standard for those who prefer their rock n roll on the dark side. ...A Complete Unknown (15)
A Complete Unknown (15)
HOME, Manchester
★★★ Timothee Chalamet is brilliant and believable in James Mangold's conventional Dylan biopic. ~ BBC. --- Timothee Chalamet stars as Bob Dylan in the ballad of a true original. A Film by James Mangold. Co-starring Edward Norton, El...HOME Film Pass
HOME Film Pass
HOME, Manchester
See everything everywhere (almost all at once) with the new HOME Film Pass! Experience new releases at HOME, any time, as many times as you like for one monthly price. For just £18 you'll also get a range of perks to make the most of your ...National Theatre Live - The Importance of Being Earnest (PG)
