THEATRE IN MANCHESTER
THEATRE IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Theatre in Manchester
Murder Trial Tonight V - Death in the Family
Pyramid and Parr Hall
Thu 25 Mar - Fri 21 May 2027
Victoria Wood's dinnerladies
Manchester Opera House
Tue 26 Jan - Sat 6 Feb 2027
A Man for All Seasons
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 5 - Saturday 7 November 2026
The greatest, most powerful and dangerous figures who shaped English history are brought vividly to life in Robert Bolt's award-winning play. Martin Shaw stars as Sir Thomas More - scholar, ambassador, Lord Chancellor and friend to King He...The Highwayman
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Thursday 5 - Saturday 7 November 2026
The Highwayman is waiting, and there is no escape. It's 1769 and Yorkshire's population has exploded, the races at York are packed, the new theatre in Hull is thriving, and the Spa towns are full. Everyone is flocking north, every ale hou...Little Shop of Horrors
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Sunday 29 November 2026
We are thrilled to announce a bold new revival of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's Little Shop of Horrors, is coming to Manchester in Autumn 2026. This cult classic musical will be brought to life in a major new production, continuing th...Legally Blonde
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Saturday 14 November 2026
The iconic international West End and Broadway smash hit musical comedy Legally Blonde The Musical is back in fashion with a huge new production starring Amber Davies (Pretty Woman, 9 to 5 The Musical) as Elle!This ultimate feel-good rom-c...Fences
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Saturday 7 November 2026
A gripping story of family, race and the American Dream. "You born with two strikes on you before you come to the plate." Troy is a former baseball player who could've gone pro. He spends his days collecting garbage and his evenings spinni...Deepest Fears
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Friday 6 November 2026
Two classic tales of terror - live on stage! Horrifying spectres, restless souls, and evil secrets that refuse to stay buried are brought to life in this spine-chilling show. Join the mysterious Storyteller for two blood-curdling ghost sto...It Walks Around The House At Night
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 5 - Saturday 7 November 2026
A ghost story by Tim Foley · Directed by Neil Bettles Following a sell-out UK tour and London run, the award-winning ThickSkin present this chilling new play by Tim Foley (former Bruntwood Prize-winner). When an out-of-work actor takes a ...King Lear
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Sunday 15 November 2026
David Threlfall returns to the Theatre after 27 years to play Lear 'You see how full of changes his age is' Shakespeare's most elemental tragedy charts a kingdom where power corrupts, families become enemies and prosperity devolves into wa...Smithsonian Starstruck - An Immersive Experience
Transmission House, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Sunday 29 November 2026
Smithsonian Starstruck: An Immersive Experience is a first-of-its-kind virtual reality adventure that doesn't just show you the universe - it places you inside it. Created in collaboration with the Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory, t...The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail
Arley Hall and Gardens, Northwich
Thursday 5 November - Sunday 27 December 2026
A wonderland of moonlit magic awaits in Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Light Trail! Join Jack Skellington, Sally, and Zero for a frightfully fun frolic through the world of the beloved film, now featuring even more of y...STUART MICHAEL - The Psychic Medium
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Thursday 5 November 2026
Stuart Michael brings an energetic and entertaining evening of direct messages to those he feels drawn to. It doesn't matter where you sit - if he has a message for you, he will find you! He has seen with his mind's eye and worked with spi...Machu Picchu - Journey to the Lost City
Transmission House, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Sunday 29 November 2026
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 ...Laura Kuenssberg
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Thursday 5 November 2026
Worried? Bewildered? Had enough of the chaos? Laura Kuenssberg joins us to cut through the dysfunction at the heart of our politics, analyse how things got so bad and ask why, despite all the noise, it feels like our politicians have not b...Lowry Youth Dance Project
Lowry, Salford
Thursday 5 November 2026 - Thursday 8 July 2027
Calling young people aged 9-15 who love to move! We are offering you the opportunity to upskill in new movement techniques and unleash your artistic, physical creativity with Lowry Youth Dance Project. All genders and abilities welcome! ...Mythic Reinvention
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Sunday 15 November 2026
Mythic Reinvention is a major new exhibition celebrating fifty years of storytelling through costume, craft and performance at the Royal Exchange Theatre. Responding to the unique architecture of our Victorian Great Hall, the exhibition tr...
National Theatre Live - Golden Boy (15)
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 5 November - Saturday 5 December 2026
Josh O'Connor (The Crown; The Mastermind) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets' knockout American classic. 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in ...Horizon of Khufu - Journey to Ancient Egypt
Transmission House, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Sunday 29 November 2026
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 Ba...Coram Shakespeare Schools Theatre Festival
Contact, Manchester
Thursday 5 - Friday 6 November 2026
Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation presents the world's largest youth drama festival, an evening of live theatre, featuring a series of unique abridged Shakespeare productions by local schools. ...You're the best collegue ever - Special Edition Gift Card
Gift Cards, Manchester
Thursday 5 November 2026 - Monday 31 December 2029
This heartfelt gift card unlocks endless exciting Fever experiences in the United Kingdom, - the perfect way to express show your gratitude to the colleague who always goes above and beyond for the team. ...Family Bonfire Night Event
The Black Bull Pub, St Helens
Thursday 5 November 2026
A spectacular family Bonfire Night Enjoy fireworks, lasers, sparklers, BBQ, DJ, great food and plenty of family fun...SEND Autumn walk
Menses Park, Wigan
Thursday 5 - Thursday 19 November 2026
where neurodiverse families can meet and have a walk around the park with out any judgement....Murder Mystery Train
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Friday 6 November - Friday 18 December 2026
Nothing works up an appetite like exercising those brain cells. So bring your best detective skills and join the award-winning After Dark Murder Mysteries for a night of mystery and murder on one of East Lancashire Railway's stunning he...LOVE**WORK
Lowry, Salford
Friday 6 - Saturday 7 November 2026
LOVE**WORK is a unique theatre experience by Swiss theatre-making company Arnold & Komarov Travelling Theatre inspired by real stories about work, love and everyday life, gathered from people in Switzerland, England, Pakistan and the Nethe...You're My World
Oldham Coliseum Theatre, Oldham
Friday 6 - Friday 20 November 2026
Surprise Surprise! He's got all the moves and knows all the words. Introducing Cilla Black's biggest fan... Damien Dunkerly. Named one to watch following a hit performance at the Year 6 talent show. Nana Doreen believes he can do it. But S...Danny Hart
Waterside, Manchester
Friday 6 November 2026
Danny Hart is one of Downhill Mountain Biking's racing elite. 2x World Champion, Red Bull Hardline winner, multiple National Championships winner and 2x World Cup overall silver medal winner, the 'Redcar Rocket' has secured his place in mo...Under 5s Little Creatives
Lowry, Salford
Friday 6 November 2026
Sessions not available during school holidays Come along to Little Creatives in The Lookout for 45 minutes of fun. These sessions are designed for children age 2-5yrs with lots of engaging activities for them to get involved with. All atte...Ghost of the AI Empire - The Sci-Fi Opera Where You Decide the Ending
Martin Harris Centre, Manchester
Friday 6 November 2026
Live opera, projections and live sound, with a story steered by the room. One night only in Manchester. Nobody knows how this opera ends. Not even the cast. The audience steers the story live, right up to the final scene.'Yurei may be the...The Library of Enchantment
Z-arts, Manchester
Friday 6 November 2026 - Wednesday 31 March 2027
Ever wanted to step inside a story? The Library of Enchantment is a fun-filled thrilling family-friendly escape room, full of seafaring adventures, time travelling tricks and a pesky old bookworm who's always up to meddlesome mischief! Can...Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Friday 6 November - Friday 4 December 2026
If you like theatre... no, if you love theatre, drama, comedy, musical theatre, play reading, poetry and much more and would relish the opportunity to meet new people, then the new 'Altrincham Garrick Play Reading Club' is for you. Here is...The Bridgewater Hall Building Tour with BSL
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 6 November - Wednesday 2 December 2026
Take a look behind the scenes at The Bridgewater Hall, and learn more about Manchester's iconic international concert venue. The entertaining and knowledgeable tour guides will lead you through the building's history, its acoustics and arc... (1320 x 400 px).png)
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Mothers Who Make
HOME, Manchester
Friday 6 November - Monday 14 December 2026
A peer support group and creative exchange session for mothers who are artists - professional and/or passionate - writers, painters, actors, dancers, filmmakers, photographers... every kind of maker welcome, and every kind of mother. The s...Playreading Sessions
HOME, Manchester
Friday 6 November - Friday 4 December 2026
HOME's popular Playreading group meets on the first Friday of most months. The sessions, which are open to all, offer an opportunity to read and discuss plays that are linked to our theatre productions, or discover new plays from local ta...moviEscape - SAWtopsy
Moviescape Stockport, Manchester
Friday 6 November - Thursday 31 December 2026
Inspired by the hit SAW movie franchise, SAWtopsy at moviESCAPE, Stockport's leading Escape Room offering, is a gory and ominous room with dim, atmospheric lighting, however it does not feature any jump scares - well none that are delib...
January Butler as Céline Dion
The Park Royal Hotel Stretton, Warrington
Friday 6 November 2026
See the Uk's Number 1 tribute to Celine Dion perform all her songs 'upclose and personal' with Cheshire's MIX 56 radio station and music until late....Kill the Wheel Festival
Antwerp Mansion, Manchester
Friday 6 November 2026
An interactive theatre festival held at Manchester's iconic Antwerp Mansion. Dress code: 'Carnival Horror' enforced. Prepare for horror....Sentimental Value
Lucem House, St Helens
Friday 6 November 2026
Two adult sisters navigate their emotional wounds and futures when their absentee father returns following the death of their mother. With Nora (Reinsve), now an actress, her filmmaker father (Skarsg?rd) asks her to play the lead role of h...Daisy May Cooper
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 7 November 2026
Join Sunday Times bestselling author and BAFTA-winning star and co-creator of This Country, Daisy May Cooper, as she's interviewed live on stage to celebrate her debut novel, What Took You So Long? Hear Daisy talk about the inspiration beh...Frank Turner Acoustic & In Conversation
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Saturday 7 November 2026
Acoustic and in-conversation, hosted by Chris Hawkins (BBC 6 Music). Frank Turner is one of the UK's most successful artists. He released his tenth studio album 'Undefeated' in May 2024 which debuted at Number 3 in the Official Album Chart...Puppet Masters Animation Conference
Waterside, Manchester
Saturday 7 November 2026
Meet The Puppet Masters is a one-day event featuring a series of masterclass sessions and panel discussions featuring leading animators, creative artists and figures from the film and TV industry. The event is ideal for animators, filmmake...Buff Bingo Drag Brunch
On Bar, Manchester
Saturday 7 November - Saturday 19 December 2026
If your idea of brunch involves dancing on your chair, shouting at bingo cards, and being served by buff butlers, you're in the right place. Buff Bingo Drag Brunch is pure, unfiltered fun-a daytime party that doesn't hold back. Go big with...Family Art Stars
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 7 - Saturday 28 November 2026
Families that learn together, grow together. We are very excited to continue our Family Art Stars sessions every Saturday! Come down, muck in and make some art as a family, spending quality time and learning new techniques. No skill is req...Milnrow Cricket Club Bonfire and Fire Work Display
Milnrow Cricket Club, Rochdale
Saturday 7 November 2026
Come and Join us at MCC for our bonfire and firework display. with food drinks and a small fairground for the little ones. Doors Open 4pm (No Parking)...Lucy Worsley - My Royal Life
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 8 November 2026 - Sunday 10 October 2027
Step into a glittering royal world with Lucy Worsley, beloved historian and bestselling author, who spent twenty years working as Chief Curator in some of Britain's most marvellous palaces. Lucy wants to take you behind the scenes a...
An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Sunday 8 November 2026
A Glorious Night of Glamour, Laughter and Feel-Good Fun. Roll up, roll up... the UK's longest-running burlesque show is back touring the nation with a thrilling new twist! Presenting An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret - a dazzling cele...Nieve Ella
O2 Ritz, Manchester
Sunday 8 November 2026 - Friday 16 April 2027
Albrighton genderqueer indie pop singer Nieve Ella Pickering has supported Dylan, Inhaler, and the Courteeners. Her earlier works were inspired by Billie Eilish, while her later works were inspired by Sam Fender, who she saw live in B...Hay!
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 8 November 2026
There is only one word used in our show - it's 'Hay!' Like the stuffing in Geenie's scarecrow, 'Hay!' like the sound she makes when he comes to life and 'Hay!' when he sees all the wonders of the natural world for the first time. Only one ...Anthem for Dissatisfaction
Oldham Coliseum Theatre, Oldham
Sunday 8 November 2026
An electric and hilarious, coming-of-age anthem for anyone who ever wanted more! A euphoric, working-class celebration of the power of live music, teenage angst, sibling rivalry and love. 'Irish Twins' Sarah and Jamie are about to hit 30. ...Caitlin O'Ryan + Griot Gabriel + Skye Lilly
Band On The Wall, Manchester
Sunday 8 November 2026
Hinterland Poets - Headlined by Cailtlin O'Ryan, an afternoon of music, gospel and more featuring Griot Gabriel and hosted by Skye Lilly. From 1pm - 3pm the event is part of Hinterland Festival is Manchester's newest philosophy, arts, and ...Wankernomics
