Canadian rock band formed in the late 60's, Rush achieved 24 Gold-records & 14 Platinum (3 Multi-Platinum). Rush have sold over 40 million albums world wide! Singles include "The Spirit Of Radio" and "Countdown".

A fantastic night of classic rock at the Manchester Arena. Featuring legends Journey, Whitesnake and Thunder.

Fantastic American R&B singer, her debut album sold more than 12 million copies worldwide! Hot 10 singles include "Fallin", "Empire State Of Mind (Part II) Broken Down", "My Boo" and "No One".

Sir Cliff Richard returns to Manchester Arena next month as part of his spectacular Midsummer Nights series of UK shows Still Reelin' and A-Rockin'. Britain's most successful artist, with over 250 million record sales worldwide and over 120 top 10 hits.

Guaranteed to blow you're mind! From London's West End The 10th Anniversary World Arena Tour. The most spectacular musical to tour Europe - The worldwide smash hit musical by Queen and Ben Elton embarks on a world arena tour in 2013!

Eddie Izzard 'Force Majeure' - Izzard hasn't performed in Manchester since 2009, but he returns with his most extensive comedy tour to date taking in Manchester to Moscow to Mumbai across 25 countries.

Following his sell out 2010 tour, Rod Stewart will once again take to the stage as he embarks on an eagerly anticipated Live The Life tour. Number 1 singles include "Maggie May", "You Wear It Well", "Sailing" and more!

With one of the highest selling singles of 2007, Umbrella, & a hufelly popular 3rd album Good Girl Gone Bad, Rihanna as been propelled to superstar status. Join this Grammy Award winner on stage in Manchester.

The fantastic Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons come to the Manchester Arena. With his unusually powerful falsetto voice he's had hits with "Sherry", "Big Girls Don't Cry" and many more.

It's been over 4 years since the Pet Shop Boys played at the Arena, but they are back as part of their 2013 'Electric' tour. The winners of the BRIT Award for Outstanding Contribution to Music have sold over 50 million records worldwide and had hits with "West End Girls", "It's A Sin" and more!

The Who, one of rock's most legendary and defining bands, return to Manchester Arena this summer to perform their iconic 1973 double album Quadrophenia in its entirety, along with a selection of Who classics.

Fantastic American rock band who's singles "Sex On Fire", "Use Somebody" and "Notion" rocketed them to fame.

After a decade of activity, the three-time Grammy-winning quintet has gone from playing tiny L.A. clubs to becoming one of the biggest bands in the world. Hits include "Moves Like Jagger" and "Payphone".

David Haye - The Haymaker Is Back - David 'The Hayemaker' Haye will return to Manchester Arena this summer after announcing his much-anticipated return to the ring.

With one of the highest selling singles of 2007, Umbrella, & a hufelly popular 3rd album Good Girl Gone Bad, Rihanna as been propelled to superstar status. Join this Grammy Award winner on stage in Manchester.

Having sold in excess of 90 million records worldwide, performed to over 100 million people globally & having 10 Grammy Awards under his belt - legend Santana comes to Manchester for his only gig in the North of England.

Key 103 follows up it's hugely successful Jingle Bell Live with Key 103 LIVE! - an all star summer pop concert. Gathering the best of the Key 103 play list, fans of the station will enjoy 2013's hottest pop acts perform their biggest hits on one stage. LINE UP TO BE ANNOUNCED.

Peter Pan The Never Ending Story is a perfect mix of spectacle, magic, visual effects and film music with lots of well known hits. The arena will change decor and atmosphere throughout the show.

Roger Waters, best known as the founder member of progressive rock band Pink Floyd. Since 2010 he began The Wall Live, a worldwide tour featuring a complete performance of The Wall.

Raucous, melodic and energetic, this power-pop outfit from Tennessee offer a pure burst of youthful excitement. Known for their sophisticated alt-emo stylings, Paramore have been longtime favourites of the modern alternative rock clientele.

Joe has a reputation as one of the world's greatest guitar players, he is evolving in to a charismatic blues-rock and singer-songwriter of stylistic depth and emotional resonance.

Performing songs from his illustrious career, Manchester-raised Barry has designed the show as a tribute to his brothers as he draws from every era of their timeless catalogue.

The Manchester show will feature the current line-up of Mick Fleetwood and John McVie - both original members since 1967 - alongside Lindsey Buckingham and Stevie Nicks.

The Hawaiian-born singer-songwriter will be performing hits including Just The Way You Are, The Lazy Song and Marry Me at his October Manchester show.

M People emerged out of the Manchester club scene in the early 90's & became one of the world's biggest dance acts selling more than 11 million records. With the unmistakable voice of Heather Small joining Paul Heard, Shovell & founder Mike Pickering, M People released 20 top 40 singles.

Initially formed in 1968 by ex-members of The Byrds, Buffalo Springfield and Manchester's own The Hollies, the trio scored a massive hit with their self-titled debut album Crosby , Stills & Nash the following year.

Join your favourite Disney Princesses in a celebration of 75 years of Disney Princess stories, including two-modern day princesses, Rapunzel and Tiana; the always elegant Cinderella; and the princess who started it all, Snow White.

Alter Bridge are an American rock band formed with members of the bands Creed and The Mayfield Four. They had two singles reach Number 3 in the UK with "Rise Today" and "Ties That Bind".

Peter Gabriel rose to fame as lead vocalist and flautist for the group Genesis, before going on to have a successful solo career. His biggest and most well known single was "Sledgehammer" which reached #4 in the UK.

Nights On Broadway - The Best Of The Musicals is a unique chance to see your favourite musical stars perform the classics from the biggest and best West End shows including Les Miserables, Cats, Evita, The Phantom Of The Opera, Cabaret, Chicago, The Sound Of Music and many more.

Jessie J is an English singer and songwriter who's soul voice mixes contemporary R&B, pop music and hip-hop influences. Singles include the number 1's "Price Tag" and "Domino".

See your favourite WWE Superstars and Divas from RAW LIVE in action at Manchester Arena. Match card to be announced soon.

See your favourite WWE Superstars and Divas from SmackDown in action at Manchester Arena. Match card to be announced soon.

Stereophonics return to Manchester to showcase tracks from their new album "Graffiti On The Train". Hit singles over the last 20 years include 'The Bartender & The Thief', 'A Thousand Trees' and 'Dakota'.

Depeche Mode have had 45 songs appear in the UK singles chart including 1981's break through hit, 1990's - voted Best British Single at The Brits - and 2005's top five single.

Micky Flanagan is one of British comedy's biggest stars. His last tour DVD was the biggest selling stand up DVD of 2012! He will cement his reputation as one of the superstars of British stand up.

Nitro Circus Live is a two-and-a-half hour fully choreographed action sports spectacular combining the biggest and best freestyle motocross (FMX) stunts with insane BMX and skateboard action

Simple Minds return to Manchester Arena this winter to showcase tracks from their best of album Celebrate - Greatest Hits +, alongside very special guests Ultravox.

Renowned for his hilarious observations & loveable, friendly delivery Jason has been a firm favourite with comedy fans since his first solo stand-up show earned him huge critical acclaim.

The Glasgow four-piece will be showcasing tracks from their 25 year back catalogue including the three UK number ones With A Little Help From My Friends, Goodnight Girl and 1994's Love Is All Around.

Fresh from performing at The Royal Variety Performance Diversity have announced a brand new arena show 'Limitless'. Spurred on by the group's motto "Dream, Believe, Achieve", Diversity are a remarkable example of what can be accomplished with hard work, dedication and belief.

JLS are one of the biggest boy bands of the moment! The group were runners-up in The X Factor, but second place hasn't hindered the boys. Number 1 signles include "Beat Again", "Everybody In Love" & "She Makes Me Wanna".

5IVE, Liberty X, B*Witched, 911 and Honeyz will return to Manchester Arena this December for a very special The Big Reunion Christmas Party.

Featuring the original line-up of Ozzy Osbourne, Tony Iommi & Geezer Butler, the Birmingham trio will be performing tracks from the Rick Rubin produced 13 - their first studio album since 78's Never Say Die - alongside classic heavy metal hits from their 40-plus year back catalogue.

Formed in 1993, Boyzone achieved the best-ever start to an Irish and UK singles career with 21 singles, seven albums and 25 million record sales, making them one of Ireland's best-selling bands.

The UK TNA Tour is one of the highlights of the Wrestling calendar, join your favourite wrestling stars when they return to the Manchester Arena in 2014.

In this brand new show, the star and creator of the award-winning hit TV show Russell Howard's Good News promises more of his trademark brand of upbeat and razor-sharp comedy. Don't miss the chance to see this unique comedian on his biggest tour to date.

Jack has firmly established himself as one of the country's most successful young talents. He cut his teeth at the Edinburgh Fringe, taking up four sell-out shows over three consecutive years.

Miranda Hart is a stand-up comedian whos is best known for writing and starring in the BBC sitcom baring her name Miranda. She recently won various awards including 'Best Comedy Actress" and 'Best Sitcom' for her BBC show.

Lee's manic energy, uncanny observations, hilarious delivery and side-splitting material have made his live performances a must-see for comedy fans worldwide. Evans will be performing brand new material as part of one of his biggest tours to date.