COMEDY PLAYS & PRODUCTIONS IN MANCHESTER
COMEDY PLAYS & PRODUCTIONS IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Comedy Plays & Productions in Manchester
Here & Now - The Steps Musical
Manchester Opera House
Tue 2 - Sat 13 Sep 2025
13 Going On 30 - The Musical
Manchester Opera House
Sun 21 Sep - Sun 12 Oct 2025
Priscilla Queen Of The Desert - The Musical
Palace Theatre
Thu 19 - Sat 28 Feb 2026
Come Fall in Love
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 14 - Saturday 21 June 2025
Change all your plans! Come Fall in Love, the hilarious, heart-winning new musical comedy from the co-writer of Legally Blonde and lyricist of Mean Girls - and based on a record-breaking Bollywood phenomenon - makes its UK premiere at the M...Pride & Prejudice
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Saturday 14 - Saturday 28 June 2025
Jane Austen's most iconic love story is brought dazzlingly to life on stage When it comes to the subject of marriage, headstrong Lizzy Bennet is determined to resist the mounting pressures and expectations from society. But can she resist l...LAUGHING HORSE WEEKEND (2 DAY) COMEDY COURSE
The Kings Arms, Salford
Saturday 14 June 2025 - Saturday 7 March 2026
Learn the skills and art of stand-up comedy on this 2-day (9 hour) comedy course, led by professional comedians and comedy tutors, plus graduation show Sunday Night - full course info on http://www. laughinghorsecomedy. co. uk/comedy/course...ShakeItUp - The Improvised Shakespeare Show
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Tuesday 17 June 2025
ShakeItUp Theatre launched The Improvised Shakespeare Show in 2018. Since then they have performed well over 100 totally improvised Shakespeare plays to audiences across the UK, from the Minack Theatre in Cornwall, to London's The Other Pal...Yoga Goats Improv
33 Oldham Street, Manchester
Wednesday 18 June 2025
An improvised comedy show. We'll yes, we'll and, who knows, we might even maybe...Showstopper! The Improvised Musical
Lowry, Salford
Friday 20 - Saturday 21 June 2025
Spontaneous musical comedy at its absolute finest - direct from the West End - this smash-hit 2016 Olivier Award-winning improvised show brings something new to life at each and every performance!Ā Transforming audience suggestions into al...XS Malarkey Edinburgh Previews with Bec Hill and Glenn Moore
53two, Manchester
Tuesday 24 June 2025
Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices. A minimum of just ?3 for members and ?6 for normal people- we keep tickets as low as possible to k...The Highwayman
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Wednesday 25 - Saturday 28 June 2025
The Highwayman is waiting, and there is no escape. It's 1769 and everyone is flocking north, every ale house is packed with the great and the bad. It's the place to be; a region drunk on making money, social climbing, gambling and gin, but ...Manchester Improv Wednesdays
33 Oldham Street, Manchester
Wednesday 25 June 2025
An evening of fully improvised comedy - every Wednesday at 33 Oldham StreetThe Line Up.... Wet Skeleton is one performer, zero script, and infinite possibilities. Watch as her 206 soggy (and slightly wonky) bones become all manner of charac...OddSocks - A Midsummer Night's Dream
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Friday 27 - Saturday 28 June 2025
Oddsocks are taking to the road again this summer with another high-energy, feel-good, family theatre show - Shakespeare's most magical comedy, A Midsummer Night's Dream! Four lovers run off to the Athenian forest where mysterious woodland ...ComedySportz
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 28 June 2025 - Saturday 14 February 2026
You've seen football. You've seen tennis. But have you seen Comedy as a sport? Then you don't want to miss this all ages, all action, all improvised competitive comedy show! Two teams battle it out for laughs with quick-witted gags, games, ...XS Malarkey Edinburgh Previews with Jessica Fostekew and Ayo Adeneken
53two, Manchester
Tuesday 1 July 2025
Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices. A minimum of just ?3 for members and ?6 for normal people- we keep tickets as low as possible to k...Living the Life of Riley
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Wednesday 2 July 2025
Starring Vicky Entwistle,Ā Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma. Joanne Riley always knew there was something...This is your tribute
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Wednesday 2 - Sunday 6 July 2025
A brand new interactive cabaret show from the creators of 'An Evening Without Kate Bush' and 'Julie Madly Deeply'. 'Expect to laugh, sing and be merry!' (ā ā ā ā ā Quinntessential Review). Your sparkling host Sarah-Louise Young (Fasci...
Nanna Mo's Botox and Bum Lifts
The Met, Bury
Thursday 3 July 2025
From MaD Theatre Company, the producers of "Nanna's OnlyFans Film", "Nanna Mo's Botox and Bum Lifts" promises to be a hilarious look at how the baby boomer generation is trying to keep up with the modern world. After doing an online course ...XS Malarkey Edinburgh Previews with Lulu Popplewell and Jordan Brookes
53two, Manchester
Tuesday 8 July 2025
Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices. A minimum of just ?3 for members and ?6 for normal people- we keep tickets as low as possible to k...
Jet Set Go!
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Tuesday 15 - Saturday 19 July 2025
Jet Set Go!Ā is a high-flying British musical comedy from Jake Brunger and Pippa Cleary, the writers of 'The Great British Bake Off Musical' and 'The Secret Diary of Adrian Mole Aged 13 3/4 The Musical'. Join Nicola and her fun-loving tran...XS Malarkey Edinburgh Previews with Mike Wozniak and Paul Campbell
53two, Manchester
Tuesday 15 July 2025
Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices. A minimum of just ?3 for members and ?6 for normal people- we keep tickets as low as possible to k...Living the Life of Riley
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Wednesday 16 July 2025
Starring Vicky Entwistle,Ā Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma. Joanne Riley always knew there was something...Daddy's First Gay Date
Waterside, Manchester
Thursday 17 - Friday 18 July 2025
Is it selfish to leave someone you might love in order to find yourself? An uncomfortable restaurant break-up becomes a pressure-cooker first date in this brand-new comedy written by Sam Danson (BI-TOPIA) and Directed byĀ the award-winning ...Comedy Striptease
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Saturday 19 July 2025
The best, most daring stand-up comedians from around the world showcase their skills but if they can't make you laugh... then they must Strip...Bonding - The Myth, The Legend & The Legacy of Bond
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Monday 21 - Tuesday 22 July 2025
Cyril Blake's sell-out hit from the Edinburgh Fringe explores the myth, legend and legacy of Bond - and what it all means to guys trying to find their way through life and love. Stephen has always wanted to be James Bond. He's got a tux, a ...XS Malarkey Edinburgh Previews with Josie Long and Andrew Doherty
53two, Manchester
Tuesday 22 July 2025
Since 1997 XS Malarkey has been a Manchester institution, with compere Toby Hadoke bringing you the very best comedians at the lowest prices. A minimum of just ?3 for members and ?6 for normal people- we keep tickets as low as possible to k...Living the Life of Riley
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Wednesday 23 July 2025
Starring Vicky Entwistle,Ā Living the Life of Riley is a heart-warming, heart-breaking and hilarious tale of a family, trying to negotiate their way through teenage tantrums, autism, and Grandma. Joanne Riley always knew there was something...Biff to the Future
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 24 - Saturday 26 July 2025
The iconic villain of "Back to the Future" takes centre stage in this comedic reimagination of Marty's time-traveling escapades, turning the celebrated cinematic trilogy on its head from the perspective of Biff, the bully audiences love to ...John Robertson
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Friday 25 July 2025
90 minutes of improv, mayhem, gaming comedy, crowdwork and songs from the UK's most manic comic on his first-ever stand-up tour! Best known for his high-octane improvisation and game show The Dark Room, come get played with! First half: In ...Bouncers
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Saturday 26 July 2025
Trio Entertainment Ltd present a new production ofĀ John Godber's legendary comedy classic starring Warren Donnelly (Shameless), Steven Arnold (Coronation Street), Darren Jefferies (Hollyoaks, Brassic), and theatre legend Rob Stuart-Hudson....The Last Laugh
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 29 July - Saturday 2 August 2025
Direct from a sell-out run at Edinburgh Fringe Festival, The Last Laugh is a brand-new laugh-a-minute play which re-imagines the lives of three of Britain's all-time greatest comedy heroes - Tommy Cooper, Eric Morecambe and Bob Monkhouse. F...
The Addams Family
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 12 - Saturday 16 August 2025
MAKE THIS SUMMER AN ABSOLUTE SCREAM! Following two hugely successful UK tours, and sold-out concerts at The London Palladium last year, everyone's favourite kooky family are back on stage this summer in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, the spectacular mu...The Addams Family
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Friday 15 - Sunday 17 August 2025
MAKE THIS SUMMER AN ABSOLUTE SCREAM! Following two hugely successful UK tours, and sold-out concerts at The London Palladium last year, everyone's favourite kooky family are back on stage this summer in THE ADDAMS FAMILY, the spectacular mu...The Ultimate Irish Hooley
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 16 August 2025
Join Ireland's No.1 Folk 'n' Roll band Keltic Storm and an all-star cast of award winning musicians and singers for "The Ultimate Irish Hooley" direct from the Emerald Isle performing iconic Irish songs and party anthems from legendary acts...An Hour With Mick Miller
St Oswalds Club, Warrington
Saturday 16 August 2025
SATURDAY 16TH AUGUST 2025 - Join us to see Comedy Legend and one of our most treasured entertainers Mick Miller at St Oswalds Club in Warrington. This will be a masterclass in stand-up comedy not to be missed!One of our most treasured ente...Horrible Histories - Gorgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 17 August 2025
Horrible Histories: Gorgeous Georgians & Vile Victorians We all want to meet people from history! The trouble is everyone is dead!So it's time to prepare for Horrible Histories live on stage with the acclaimed production of Gorgeous Georgia...Faulty Towers - The Original Dining Experience
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Saturday 23 August 2025
Interactive Theatre's globetrotting show is truly quite legendary, selling out at venues like Edinburgh Fringe, Raffles Singapore and Sydney Opera House. When the audience become diners in the 'Faulty Towers' restaurant and are served by Ba...Twelfth Night
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Friday 29 August 2025
The brilliantly bold Not Too Tame return with an electrifying production of Twelfth Night, starring Les Dennis as Malvolio. The company that brought you 'A Midsummer Night's Dream' return with their unique brand of high octane theatre in a ...Derren Brown
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 2 - Saturday 13 September 2025
Prepare to be astonished! The multi award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, returns with his brand new live show, ONLY HUMAN. The content of ONLY HUMAN is still under wraps, but we can guarantee you a ...Here & Now - The Steps Musical
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 2 - Saturday 13 September 2025
Happiness is only a heartbeat away with HERE & NOW, the hilarious and heart-warming new musical based on the songs of the multi-million-selling pop phenomenon, Steps. Don't miss this sparkling celebration of love and friendship when it emba...Private Lives
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Thursday 4 - Saturday 27 September 2025
LOVE AND CHAOS COLLIDE IN NOEL COWARD'S TIMELESS COMEDY Amanda and Elyot are charming, rich, utterly reckless - and divorced. When they meet unexpectedly on the first night of their honeymoons with new partners, in the balmy moonlight of th...
IDEAL - Starring Johnny Vegas
