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
Candlelight - Hans Zimmer's Best Works
Manchester Cathedral
Fri 20 Nov 2026 - Fri 19 Feb 2027
Buff Bingo Drag Brunch
On Bar, Manchester
Saturday 24 October - 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...Amazons
Lowry, Salford
Saturday 24 October 2026
A recent sellout show at the Edinburgh Fringe, Amazons presents a compelling and mesmerising retelling of the stories of women from the world's largest forest. Plant-sitting and live-streaming from her friend's flat in the U.K., Gayara une...Family Art Stars
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 24 October - 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...All Killa No Filla
Aviva Studios, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
The smash-hit true crime comedy podcast heads out on its biggest tour yet! To celebrate ten years of talking murder, oversharing, and rapidly veering off topic, Kiri & Rachel hit the road and head to some of their favourite venues in their...London Concertante - A Night at the Opera
Manchester Cathedral, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
London Concertante present a sensational evening at the opera with an array of the finest opera arias and overtures, including works from Puccini, Verdi, Rossini, and Mozart - some of the best from Madame Butterfly, Turandot, Tosca, The Ba...Jackie Kay
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
One of Britain's most engaging live performers, poet Jackie Kay brings warmth, wit and extraordinary humanity to every reading. The acclaimed poet, novelist and former Scottish Makar performs a selection of poems from her landmark new coll...Elif Shafak
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
One of today's most influential and much-loved literary voices, internationally-acclaimed novelist Elif Shafak returns to celebrate her extraordinary new novel, In One Brief Moment All Eternity. Spanning decades and continents, from ...Not Now, Bernard
Waterside, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
A wildly funny, physical theatre adaptation of David McKee's much-loved picture book, bursting with chaos, live music made from instruments and household objects, and an ENORMOUS purple monster. Bernard's got a problem. There's a monster i...Jack Carroll
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 25 October 2026
Britain's Got Talent Runner-Up, Star of BBC's Live at the Apollo, QI and Sky sitcom Trollied, as well as award winning movie Eaten by Lions, returns to the stage with his new stand up comedy show, Walking Funny. ...Off The Rails Comedy Club Saddleworth
The Royal George, Oldham
Sunday 25 October - Tuesday 29 December 2026
Held on the last Sunday of every month at The Royal George, Greenfield, a large country pub set in the stunning Saddleworth countryside, Off The Rails comedy night hosts some of the biggest names in comedy. Attracting eager comedy fans, fr...African Jim (U) + discussion
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
African Jim ? also released as Jim Comes to Jo?burg - is an important milestone of Black South African cinematic history that lives on in cultural memory, and introduced the singular jazz singer and activist, Dolly Rathebe to the big scree...Dog-friendly Screening/ Klara and the Sun (12A)
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
Please ensure you have read the Terms and Conditions and House Rules before your visit, ?to ensure everyone has a good time.??Please contact info@homemcr. org with any questions.??Based on the bestselling novel from Nobel Prize-winner Kazu...
SEND halloween party
Hindley Community Sports And Social Club, Wigan
Sunday 25 October 2026
A fun, inclusive SEND Halloween Party with music, activities, spooky fun and a Quiet & Calm space. Fancy dress optional...The Mousetrap
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Monday 26 - Saturday 31 October 2026
Since 1952, Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best-kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and I...
Scott Brothers Duo
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 26 October 2026
Mancunian brothers Jonathan & Tom Scott perform an unmissable programme of duos for piano and organ, demonstrating the full range of sounds and colours available from this brilliant combination. Their programme includes original works for ...The Hideout
Oldham Coliseum Theatre, Oldham
Monday 26 October 2026
Presented by Hikapee Theatre. The Hideout is a vibrant and daring mix of circus, parkour, and heartfelt storytelling that captures the highs and lows of making a new friend. Through breathtaking acrobatics and playful physical theatre, Luc...Musical Theatre Masterclass (age 7-12)
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Monday 26 October 2026
The Half Term Musical Theatre Masterclass is BACK due to popular demand. This masterclass is for young performers aged 7 - 12, and will take place around our iconic venue, The Palace Theatre, Manchester. This session is inspired by the sho...Reclaim the Frame presents: Beautiful Thing (15)
HOME, Manchester
Monday 26 October 2026
A tender story of first love, belonging and growing up, Beautiful Thing follows neighbours Jamie and Ste as their friendship deepens into romance over the course of one long, hot summer. Alongside them are Jamie?s mum Sandra and friend Lea...Brew and Belong
Norley Hall Community Centre, Wigan
Monday 26 October - Monday 21 December 2026
somewhere where the parents can meet other parents in the same situation and become less isolated...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 doct...The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 27 October - Sunday 1 November 2026
The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show has been dazzling audiences around the globe for over ten years, faithfully bringing Eric Carle's timeless classics to the stage. Created by Jonathan Rockefeller, the critically acclaimed show features a...The Haunting of Hill House
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Tuesday 27 - Saturday 31 October 2026
Don't miss this chilling theatrical adaptation of Shirley Jackson's "near perfect" (Stephen King) classic ghost story. From best-selling novel to major hit Netflix series, The Haunting of Hill House now takes to the stage in this gripping ...Leslie Odom Jr
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Leslie Odom, Jr. brings his extraordinary voice, magnetic stage presence, and genre-spanning artistry to the stage for an evening of music that is soulful, sophisticated, and deeply moving. This captivating concert features selections fro...A Totally Unbiased History of the Wanderers
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Tuesday 27 October 2026 - Saturday 21 August 2027
Some matches mean more than the score,A football match. A shared loss. A chance to come together. Following the death of a fan, friends and family gather to watch the Wanderers as an act of remembrance. For some, football is where they fe...The Littlest Yak
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 27 - Thursday 29 October 2026
A rollicking, heart-warming tale for everyone. This musical adaptation of the award-winning children's book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance for all the fami...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 lig...Dr Richard Shepherd - Time Of Death: More Unnatural Causes
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Join Dr. Richard Shepherd, the UK's leading forensic pathologist, as he returns to the stage this Autumn with his captivating new tour, Time of Death - More Unnatural Causes. Following his successful 2021 and 2022 tours, Dr. Shepherd inv...
Mothers Who Make
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 27 October - 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...
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Pressure (15)
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 27 October 2026
With a screenplay written by Horace Ov? and fellow Trinidadian author Sam Selvon, Pressure follows a Black family in west London; from the parents who came from Trinidad as part of the Windrush generation with their first son, now part of ...Monthly Autism Open Mic Event
Chute Bar, Oldham
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Showcase your talent at our open mic event hosted at the Chute Bar in Ashton-Under-Lyne. Entrants must be 16 and over...John Lydon - I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Wednesday 28 October 2026
He's a legend and an icon, a revolutionary and an immortal. John Lydon - aka Johnny Rotten - changed the face of music and sparked a cultural revolution. The frontman and lyricist of the Sex Pistols and Public Image Ltd (PiL) caused a pol...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 c...Dennis the Menace's Year of Mischief
Z-arts, Manchester
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Dennis the Menace has a special birthday wish - he wants to break the rules of reading! Beano's Directors of Mischief and Mayhem, Mike Stirling and Craig Graham, help him, revealing their top-secret tips for creating the laugh-out-lo...Max & Harvey
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Wednesday 28 October 2026
UK teen culture phenomenons Max & Harvey built their diehard fan base as the #1 UK act on TikTok and runners up on X Factor Celebrity. The 19-year-old Berkshire based twin brothers and famed musicians dominated the platform in its early st...De Gaulle: Liberté (15)
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 28 October 2026
June, 1940. France capitulates and signs the armistice. In the midst of the chaos, one man refuses to give up. Alone against the odds, this unknown general flees to London to save what remains of freedom. Without an army, without backing, ...Gordon The Toad Storytelling Workshop
The Button Warehouse Button Entertainment Ltd, Stockport
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Join Gordon the Toad for magical tales, curious creatures and crafty fun, with a potion drink and sweet treats in our enchanted venue....Ian Ashpitel & Jonty Stephens as Eric & Ern
Waterside, Manchester
Thursday 29 October 2026
From the Olivier Nominated duo behind the hugely celebrated and critically acclaimed West End Hit. This is a show for all the family from 8 to 108! A brilliant homage crammed full Morecambe & Wise's most loved routines, songs and sketches ...Candlelight - Best of Bridgerton on Strings
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Thursday 29 October 2026
Surrounded by the soft glow of candlelight, listen to your favourite melodies from Netflix's 'Bridgerton' series, reimagined by a talented string ensemble in this awe-inspiring location. ...Special Effects Makeup Masterclass
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Thursday 29 October 2026
Suitable for young people aged 15 - 30, step into the world of theatre makeup!In this session led by a professional make up artist from ATG INSPIRE at the Palace & Opera House, you'll learn the tips and tricks of the trade to create a seri...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 Wizarding Adventure
East Lancashire Railway, Bury
Thursday 29 - Friday 30 October 2026
It's a kind of magic! Are you ready to attend your first day at the Grand Old School of Wizardry. Join the madcap mages and wacky witches of the faculty on a spellbinding adventure to work on your wand waving, brush up on your broomstick s...Relaxed Tour of Macbeth
Oldham Coliseum Theatre, Oldham
Thursday 29 October 2026
The tour is designed to help you feel comfortable and confident before the show begins, with an opportunity to ask questions and take things at your own pace. The tour will take place before the Relaxed Performance of Macbeth. Feared, resp...Bright Places
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 29 - Saturday 31 October 2026
A three-woman, one-woman show about Multiple SclerosisI was 23 when it came crashing into my life; without warning, when everything was going so well, just when I was really, really happy?A three-woman, one-woman show about Multiple Sclero...
Halloween Cinema Night- The Craft
Philippa Gregory
HOME, Manchester
Friday 30 October 2026
Join Philippa Gregory, as she takes you on a journey through the history you thought you knew. In her new novel, Royal Witch, Philippa brings to life the glittering and treacherous court of Henry V. The story explores the fascinating (and ...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 infil...What Wood Victoria Do?
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Friday 30 October 2026
How on earth have we all survived the past decade of modern living without Victoria Wood's observational wit and wisdom? What would she make of an Air Fryer? The Repair Shop? K-Pop Demon Hunters? Paulus The Cabaret Geek is on hand to help ...The Bridgewater Hall Building Tour
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 30 October - Monday 14 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...Behind The Scenes of Macbeth with Director Nick Bagnall
