What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
What's on in Manchester and surrounding area
Wednesday 29 April 2026
Double Indemnity
Double Indemnity
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Hollywood icon Mischa Barton (The O.C.) makes her UK stage debut in Double Indemnity, the gripping adaptation of one of the greatest crime novels of the 20th Century - the story that inspired Billy Wilder's film noir classic. Los Angeles, 1...The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind
The Mystery of Banksy - A Genius Mind
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Europe's most popular Banksy exhibition lands in Manchester, opening from the 13th March 2026 at Depot Mayfield. Step inside the mind of Banksy with an art experience for all, featuring over 200 reimagined works by the acclaimed street ar...Private Lives
Private Lives
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Jill Halfpenny returns to the Royal Exchange Theatre to play Amanda Prynne. 'I think very few people are completely normal really, deep down in their private lives.' In Noel Coward's savage comedy, there's nothing a cocktail can't cu...Luminiscence
Luminiscence
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Arriving in the UK for the first time, after dazzling over 1 Million people in Europe, the incredible immersive projection concert LUMINISCENCE transforms Manchester Cathedral into a fully immersive world of sound, story, and light. Featuri...Waiting for Godot
Waiting for Godot
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Matthew Kelly and George Costigan star in a new staging of Samuel Beckett's classic play - in which absolutely nothing happens. Set in a shifting, timeless landscape, Waiting for Godot follows two men, Vladimir and Estragon, as they wa...Jim Henson's Labyrinth in Concert
Jim Henson's Labyrinth in Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Experience the 80s Cult Classic on Screen with the Iconic Soundtrack Performed by a Live Band on Stage with David Bowie's Legendary Vocals. An Exciting Fusion of Film and Live Music, audiences are invited to experience an epic evening as Ji...Circa - Wolf
Circa - Wolf
Lowry, Salford
Wolf. A gasp-inducing acrobatic thrill ride from next level circus performers Circa. Clad in designer Libby McDonnell's form-hugging costumes and set to DJ Ori Lichtik's relentless primal rhythms, the cast of ten extraordinary Circa artist...GoldLink
GoldLink
Manchester Academy, Manchester
D'Anthony Carlos, better known by his stage name GoldLink, is an American rapper and singer from Washington, D.C. who is best known for his 2016 single "Crew", which went 7 x Platinum in the USA, and was nominated for Best Rap/Sung Performa...The Hallé - Chamber Series: Hallé Brass Quintet
The Hallé - Chamber Series: Hallé Brass Quintet
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
The Halle's lunchtime Chamber Series at Halle St Peter's provides a unique opportunity to hear players and guest artists perform in more intimate surroundings. The Halle Brass Quintet makes a welcome return with one of their characteristic ...Pierre Novellie
Pierre Novellie
Chorley Theatre, Chorley
It's time for Pierre to do stand-up! It's time for you to watch! Why not just embrace that, for God's sake? All earthly glories fade! You Sit There, I'll Stand Here is a mixture of high-brow and low-brow references from the five-star recei...Horizon of Khufu - Journey to Ancient Egypt
Horizon of Khufu - Journey to Ancient Egypt
Transmission House, Manchester
The Pyramids of Egypt have arrived in the UK for the first time! This immersive and groundbreaking expedition takes you back to the golden age of ancient Egypt, allowing you to explore the depths of the iconic pyramids, meet the goddess Bas...Machu Picchu - Journey to the Lost City
Machu Picchu - Journey to the Lost City
Transmission House, Manchester
Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City transports you back 450 years ago to the heart of the ancient Inca Empire in stunning virtual reality. You'll climb the breathtaking peaks of the Andes, wander through the Temple of the Sun, walk the f...Kiioto (Lou Rhodes + Rohan Heath)
Kiioto (Lou Rhodes + Rohan Heath)
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Kiioto is the brand new musical project from two of Manchester most celebrated musicians. Lou Rhodes, the Mercury-nominated electro folk singer/songwriter and founder member of the highly acclaimed top 30 duo Lamb, has joined forces with mu...Hobson's Choice
Hobson's Choice
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Altrincham Garrick's production of Harold Brighouse's classic comedy about a father and daughter who go head to head in Salford, 1880. Widower Henry Hobson is struggling to handle his three grown-up daughters, each seeking a husband an...Katherine Priddy
Katherine Priddy
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Since emerging with her debut EP 'Wolf' in 2018, the Birmingham-based folk artist has quickly become one of the most exciting names on the British scene. Declared 'The best thing I've heard all year' by Richard Thompson, who later invited h...Mitch Garlington - An Evening of Mediumship
Mitch Garlington - An Evening of Mediumship
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Come along to a magical evening with spiritual medium Mitch Garlington bringing the two worlds together. Mitch has been working for the spirit world for over 13 years plus, Mitch's evenings always leave people feeling a little better then w...BOYS
BOYS
The Kings Arms, Salford
The Kings would like to announce their latest production of their inaugural season, BOYS by Ella Hickson. Hickson's firecracker play makes it's Manchester premiere at The King's Arms from 21st April - 8th May 2026. It's the final day for th...National Theatre Connections Festival
National Theatre Connections Festival
Lowry, Salford
Connections is the National Theatre's annual, nationwide youth theatre festival. The programme is 30 years old and has a history of championing the talent of young people from across the UK. Every year, Connections commissions new plays for...Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Bubble Planet - An Immersive Experience
Depot Mayfield, Manchester
Welcome to Bubble Planet, where bubbles are bigger and more magical than ever. Let your inner child run free and follow your imagination in this spherical universe full of soap bubbles, air bubbles, and even virtual reality. Explore every ...Adventures in Wonderland
