THEATRE IN MANCHESTER
THEATRE IN MANCHESTER
Most Popular Theatre in Manchester
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical
Palace Theatre
Wed 26 Nov 2025 - Sat 3 Jan 2026
Candlelight - Hans Zimmer's Best Works
Hallé St Peter's
Fri 5 Dec 2025 - Fri 6 Feb 2026
Family Carnival at Victoria Warehouse Manchester
O2 Victoria Warehouse, Manchester
Monday 31 August 2026
Get ready for a wild time at the Family Carnival at Victoria Warehouse this August - it's gonna be a blast...Fearne Cotton's Happy Place Festival
Tatton Park, Knutsford
Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 September 2026
Fuel your thoughts and find your sanctuary this summer at the UK's biggest space dedicated to feeding both body and mind. Spawned from Fearne Cotton's Happy Place podcast, which sees the London born broadcaster talk to incredible peopl...Jersey Boys
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Monday 7 - Saturday 19 September 2026
The internationally acclaimed stage sensation Jersey Boys is working its way back around the UK! The boys are back as the original Tony®-winning sensation returns for its 20th Anniversary Tour! Go behind the music and inside the story of F...André Rieu and His Johann Strauss Orchestra
Co-op Live, Manchester
Friday 11 September 2026
Andre Rieu is a Dutch violinist and conductor best known for creating the waltz-playing Johann Strauss Orchestra. He and his orchestra have turned classical and waltz music into a worldwide concert touring act, as successful as some of the ...Mike Wozniak
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 13 September 2026
New stand-up tour show from Mike Wozniak in which a story about a bench will be prominent. Previous experience of or strong opinions about benches not required. Let Mike worry about that. As seen on Taskmaster, Man Down and Junior Taskma...Sindhu Vee
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 13 September 2026
Born and raised in India, Sindhu Vee (full name Sindhu Venkatanarayanan) came to London in her 20s to begin a career in investment banking before shocking her parents and switching to comedy. Someone once asked Sindhu Vee a very stupid q...Piff and Pop's Magic Shoppe
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 17 September 2026
Bringing together two icons of magic for the first time in the UK for an unmissable stage spectacular. This unique show is the result of the pairing of legendary magician Penn Jillette, of world-renowned duo Penn & Teller, (who will tour th...Little Shop of Horrors
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
Friday 25 September - 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 the...Dirty Dancing
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Tuesday 29 September - Saturday 3 October 2026
Dirty Dancing returns with a UK and Irish tour. Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath-taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions across the globe this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny...King Lear
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Friday 2 October - 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 war...Jay Rayner
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 4 October 2026
Join the ever-tasteful, often hilarious, always readable writer and broadcaster as The Observer's award-winning restaurant critic returns. Jay Rayner faces some serious questions and in Nights Out in the Kitchen, the show marking publicatio...Grand Pro Wrestling: Thunderbrawl 2026
The Monaco, Wigan
Sunday 4 October 2026
The UK's best and most established family friendly wrestling show returns to iconic Monaco in Hindley. Don't miss the unmissable...Avatar - The Last Airbender in Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 5 October 2026
Celebrate 20 years of Avatar: The Last Airbender with this unforgettable concert experience. The 20th Anniversary Tour of Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert combines a breathtaking live orchestral performance with a two-hour visual jo...The Silence of the Lambs
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 6 - Saturday 10 October 2026
Dr Hannibal Lecter will see you now... Come face to face with the chilling cultural phenomenon THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS as it makes its world stageplay premiere in 2026. Based on Thomas Harris's gripping literary masterpiece, this e...The World of Hans Zimmer - A New Dimension
Co-op Live, Manchester
Wednesday 7 October 2026
The World of Hans Zimmer: A New DimensionPowerful. Beautiful. Dramatic. Breathtaking. Strong. Touching. This is the music of two-time Academy Award® winner Hans Zimmer. In 2024, his successful show The World of Hans Zimmer will receive a n...
Professor Brian Cox
Co-op Live, Manchester
Friday 9 October 2026
The pop idol turned science idol, Professor Brian Cox is a British physicist and professor of particle physics at the University of Manchester. Born in Oldham, he was the keyboard player in Manchester bands D:Ream and Dare, but he is bes...Beyond The Barricade
Lowry, Salford
Saturday 17 October 2026
Beyond the Barricade, the UK's longest running Musical Theatre Concert Tour, is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2024. Join the cast for two hours of the best of Broadway and the West End, featuring the songs that have made audiences ret...Troy Hawke
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 18 October 2026
Following The Greeters Guild sellout world tour, 1930's throwback Troy Hawke is back to his globe sweeping with his new show Never Stop, Never Change! Angry security guards, barked compliments and crossed wires abound as Troy navigates...Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of the Worlds
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
The Martians are back! Based on HG Wells' dark Victorian tale, the production remains a favourite to millions around the world, exciting audiences of all ages. In October 2026, Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds - Live...Sylvia
Lowry, Salford
Monday 19 - Saturday 24 October 2026
Sylvia Pankhurst - fearless, flawed, and unforgettable. The untold story of the rebellious middle child of Emmeline Pankhurst takes centre stage in this irresistible hip hop, funk and soul musical that moves your feet and fires your spirit....The Mousetrap
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Monday 26 - Saturday 31 October 2026
Producer, Brian Fenty, is delighted to announce that Agatha Christie's iconic thriller and the world's longest running play, The Mousetrap will embark on a major UK tour from September 2026 running through to 2027. The tour forms part of wi...Waitress
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 27 - Saturday 31 October 2026
"Treat yourself to a slice of five-star musical pie" (The Times) as the hit musical comedy WAITRESS comes to Lowry for one week only. Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new docto...Daniel Foxx
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Daniel was determined to handle his Big Breakup with the grace of Julia Roberts. He didn't. Join him as he navigates dating in your 30s, Le Creuset addiction and 12-step skincare routines, all while trying very hard to emanate love and ligh...Wonders of Our Universe
Blackburn Empire Theatre, Blackburn
Wednesday 28 October 2026
A wonderful show of inspiring family entertainment for all ages with a stunning soundtrack and live presenter. Immerse yourself in an evening of exploration, each second meticulously crafted to produce a visually stunning and emotionally ch...Dreamboys
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 29 October 2026
Scream if you are ready to misbehave because Dreamboys are hitting the road again. They'll tease, tantalise and sweep you off your feet with their high-energy West End choreography, taut torsos and seductive boy-next-door charm. Dreamboys ...The Makings of a Murderer - The Undercover Detective
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Friday 30 October 2026
Join Peter Bleksley, a founding member of Scotland Yard's undercover unit and former star of Channel 4's Hunted, as he lifts the lid on the most dangerous and hidden aspects of murder investigations. From the gritty realities of infilt...Banff Mountain Film Festival
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 31 October 2026
Embark on a thrilling night of adventure with a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography from the world's most prestigious mountain film festival as it heads on a...
Legally Blonde
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 3 - 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-co...CATS
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Tuesday 10 - Saturday 21 November 2026
With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on Old Possum's Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, this production of CATS will be one not to miss! CATS is produced by Regent's Park Open Air Theatre with Michael Harrison for Lloyd Webber Har...An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Friday 13 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 celeb...Q The Music - James Bond Concert Spectacular
King George's Hall, Blackburn
Saturday 14 November 2026
Celebrating 20+ years as the original pioneering Bond concert, known for stirring emotional and adrenaline-fueled performances, mixed with superb musicianship and flair. Indeed, every fan club around the world recognises them as the finest ...Chris Hadfield - Exploring the New Space Age
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 15 November 2026
What happens when space becomes the new economic frontier? Who controls the resources beyond our atmosphere? How will the coming space revolution transform life on Earth? Join acclaimed Canadian astronaut, test pilot, spacewalker, spaces...Tiny Tim's Biggest Adventure
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 18 November 2026
8 years ago Tiny Tim (Manchester comedian Tim Bradbury) decided to go on his own adventure navigating through adult life and posting about his calls on social media. With over 120 million views on YouTube and over 10 million followers on al...Census
HOME, Manchester
Friday 20 - Saturday 21 November 2026
Award-winning duo Malandra Jacks introduce you to what happens when a working-class community tells its own story.A bus ride. A bingo card. A memory you didn't know you shared. This is our neighbourhood, not the one in the media, but the on...Adam Rowe
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 27 November 2026
Host of the global smash-hit podcast Have A Word & star of Live At The Apollo, Adam Rowe is hitting the road across the UK with his brand-new stand-up tour Fashionism. ...A Little Night Music
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026 - Saturday 30 January 2027
Selina Cartmell directs Sondheim's breathtaking classic, a life-affirming fairy-tale for adults. 'I frequently laugh myself to sleep contemplating my own future.' In Sondheim's enchanting musical, set in turn-of-the-century Sweden, mismatch...Shooters
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
Friday 12 February - Saturday 13 March 2027
Harlem, New York, 1948. The war is over, but another one is brewing 'These are memories frozen in time, for all eternity.' African American photojournalist, Gordon Parks is on the precipice of international renown as he attempts to document...The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 2 - Saturday 6 March 2027
Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep will co-produce a brand-new staging of The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, based on the internationally celebrated novel that captivated 10 million readers and inspired a groundbreaking National...Troy Hawke
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Friday 30 April 2027
Following The Greeters Guild sellout world tour, 1930's throwback Troy Hawke is back to his globe sweeping with his new show Never Stop, Never Change! Angry security guards, barked compliments and crossed wires abound as Troy navigates...Troy Hawke
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 1 May 2027
Following The Greeters Guild sellout world tour, 1930's throwback Troy Hawke is back to his globe sweeping with his new show Never Stop, Never Change! Angry security guards, barked compliments and crossed wires abound as Troy navigates...Locomotive For Murder - The Improvised Whodunnit
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 15 May 2027
★★★★★ - "A first class improvised murder mystery with hilarious performances"- The Reviews Hub Mesdames and Messieurs, may I take your tickets please? Pinch Punch welcome you aboard Locomotive for Murder: The Improvised Whodu...
