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
Jesus Christ Superstar starring Sam Ryder
Palace Theatre
Thu 11 - Sat 27 Feb 2027
Victoria Wood's Dinnerladies
Manchester Opera House
Tue 26 Jan - Sat 6 Feb 2027
Kate Atkinson
Lowry, Salford
Saturday 10 October 2026
Join one of the greatest chroniclers of our times Kate Atkinson as she discusses Our Noble Selves, a brilliantly witty, sharp and richly atmospheric new novel set against the optimism and upheaval of post-war Britain. It's 1951, the Fes...Christopher Hall
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 10 - Wednesday 14 October 2026
Showman, Jester, Attention Chaser, come with Chris on the ultimate hometown holiday night out. From your 1.5 star hotel, he'll give you a hilariously fun soiree and have you tucked up back in bed at a sensible time. Christopher Hall, onc...Sarah Hall
Manchester Museum, Manchester
Saturday 10 October 2026
Award-winning author Sarah Hall delivers the 2026 Faber Lecture: Burning Snowflake. The natural world is burning. Time is running out. You know the story. So what possible role could something as flimsy as fiction play? From the pi...Paul Foot
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 11 October 2026
Pioneering alt-comedy hero and star of Cats Does Countdown Paul Foot is back on tour with a brand new stand-up show, The Future. Remember when people were excited for the future? With visions of jetpacks, friendly robots wheeling ...Russell T Davies & Bernardine Evaristo
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 11 October 2026
An evening with one of Britain's most influential television writers as Russell T Davies joins Bernadine Evaristo to discuss his forthcoming memoir and how his extraordinary work has transformed the landscape of modern television. Pass...Deborah Frances-White
Martin Harris Centre, Manchester
Sunday 11 October 2026
Author, comedian and host of The Guilty Feminist podcast, Deborah Frances-White joins us for a lively and illuminating conversation about her latest book, Six Conversations We're Scared to Have, exploring how to navigate polarisation, disa...Paul Mason
Martin Harris Centre, Manchester
Sunday 11 October 2026
A decade after PostCapitalism, Paul Mason returns to to discuss REDS: A Global History of Communism, his provocative new book exploring one of history's most powerful and contested political ideas. In his bold and unsettling re-evaluati...MLF presents Gruffalo Granny Celebration (U)
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 11 October 2026
Enjoy a magical big screen adventure as we celebrate the first new Gruffalo story in over 20 years, and the return of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's much-loved characters. Start your afternoon with a screening of The Gruffalo and The...Tim Key
Lowry, Salford
Monday 12 - Thursday 15 October 2026
Comedian and poet Tim Key (Alan Partridge, The Ballad of Wallis Island, Tim Key's Late Night Poetry Programme) again pops his suit on, plods about, in a brand new show, Loganberry. Bit gutted he's old. Guzzling continental lager. Magnet...Patrick Radden Keefe
RNCM, Manchester
Monday 12 October 2026
A thrilling conversation with one of the most acclaimed narrative non-fiction authors working today, Patrick Radden Keefe, bestselling author of Empire of Pain and Say Nothing. Patrick joins us to discuss his new work London Falling - a r...The Choir of Man
Lowry, Salford
Tuesday 13 - Saturday 17 October 2026
Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit is now on its first ever UK tour. Welcome to THE CHOIR OF MAN, the best pub in the world... Come ready to drink in the excitement!Brimming with hits from artists su...Michael Palin
Pyramid and Parr Hall, Warrington
Tuesday 13 October 2026
Fresh from his latest television series and companion book, Michael returns to the stage to share the story of one of his most ambitious journeys yet. With the help of stunning photography, behind-the-scenes footage and rarely seen mome...Psychic Sally
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 13 October 2026
Sally Morgan, the nation's favourite Psychic and forerunner in the Psychic world is back on tour with her all new show. Wowing audiences young and old across the country for over a decade, Sally's show will have you on the edge of your sea...Itch - Spoken Word Night
Shakespeare North Playhouse, Prescot
Tuesday 13 October - Tuesday 24 November 2026
Itch is Shakespeare North Playhouse's monthly spoken word night. It is an inclusive, welcoming community space for both performers and audience alike. If you are a performer and are looking for a performance opportunity get in touch. You m...Chris Williamson
O2 Apollo, Manchester
Wednesday 14 October 2026
British podcaster and YouTuber Chris Williamson hits the road with his Mostly Wise live show, bringing his journey and insights directly to audiences. Audiences can expect a dynamic, funny, and refreshingly honest evening exploring the ...
An Evening With Bolton Legends Sam Allardyce & Peter Reid
The Albert Halls, Bolton
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Sam Allardyce & Peter Reid. Live and unmissable, join two iconic Bolton Wanderers figures for a fantastic night of football nostalgia. Relive the unforgettable era that saw Bolton compete at the highest level, with Big Sam at the helm and ...Myki, Darlene & Nini
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Straight from Season 18 of RuPaul's Drag Race, Myki Meeks, Darlene Mitchell, and Nini Coco bring three powerhouse energies and one unforgettable show. Nini Coco is your high-fashion, high-concept diva, delivering polished looks, theat...Yann Martel
Martin Harris Centre, Manchester
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Booker Prize-winning author Yann Martel, internationally acclaimed for the modern classic Life of Pi, discusses his remarkable new novel, Son of Nobody. Inspired by Homer's Iliad, Yann reimagines the Trojan War through the eyes of an ordi...MLF presents Owen Jones
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 14 October 2026
Journalist, author and commentator Owen Jones (Chavs, The Establishment) discusses his provocative new book The Fall of the West, exploring what he describes as an era of political, economic and social crisis. Challenging popular explanati...President Barack Obama
Co-op Live, Manchester
Thursday 15 October 2026
Few presidents have walked a more improbable path to the White House. Join us for an inspiring, once-in-a-lifetime event with President Barack Obama. Winning more votes than any candidate in history, President Obama took office at a moment...The Makings Of A Murderer - The Undercover Detective
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Thursday 15 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...RNCM Brass Band
RNCM, Manchester
Thursday 15 October 2026
Established during the 1990s by brass innovator Howard Snell, the RNCM Brass Band has always been a flagship ensemble of the institution. Geographically the RNCM is ideally placed in Manchester for brass band students and it boasts a teach...Team Viking
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 15 - Saturday 17 October 2026
A comic ode to death, friendship, and the absurdity of life. Ten years ago, my best friend Tom was diagnosed with heart cancer and given three months to live. His last wish was to have a full Viking burial. So I gave him one. Team Viking t...Alice Cooper Book Tour
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 16 October 2026
The definitive autobiography and an evening of unforgettable stories from Alice Cooper, the Godfather of Shock Rock and one of the world's iconic musicians, with a career spanning six decades. Alice Cooper announces the release of his defi...All The Single Ladies
Octagon Theatre, Bolton
Friday 16 October 2026
"All The Single Ladies" is the latest comedy from MaD Theatre Company which explores the modern phenomenon of the 'Sandwich Generation' where people find themselves looking after their adult children as well as their ailing parents. Cath...Close Enough To Touch
Waterside, Manchester
Friday 16 - Saturday 17 October 2026
A play about sex, heartbreak... and toilets from Leeds-based national touring company Red Ladder. This young man has a secret. He has a girlfriend, he's looking for work, and he spends his free time cruising in men's toilets. This one-pers...Gareth Malone - Sing-along-a-Gareth
RNCM, Manchester
Saturday 17 October 2026
It's time to lift our voices once more as Gareth Malone, together with his band and a group of stellar singers, guides us through an evening of song. Featuring the tunes he's performed over the last 15 years on television, this feel-go...An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret
St Helens Theatre Royal, St Helens
Saturday 17 October 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...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 re...MLF presents An Evening with Hugh Bonneville
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 17 October 2026
Witty and engaging, esteemed British actor Hugh Bonneville is a gifted raconteur whose stories are as captivating as his performances. Celebrated for his work with the National Theatre, the Royal Shakespeare Company and in the West End, Hu...
MLF presents Hugh Bonneville: Rory Sparkes and the Spy Who Loved Tea
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 17 October 2026
Join actor, author and star of Downton Abbey and Paddington, Hugh Bonneville, for a fun-filled family event celebrating his latest Rory Sparkes adventure.??Rory Sparkes thought the new family across the road were perfectly ordinary ? until...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 navigate...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 - Liv...Between The Covers Live - Celebrating Agatha Christie
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 18 October 2026
Agatha Christie: Between The Covers Between The Covers - Live! is on the road to celebrate Agatha Christie, the bestselling novelist of all time, with a line-up guaranteed to deliver a thrilling dive into the world of crime thrillers. ...RNCM Young Explorers - Roald Dahl's Revolting Rhymes Part 2
RNCM, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
Get ready for an adventure full of twists, turns, and tall tales. This interactive family-friendly afternoon combines live orchestral music with the mischievous imagination of Roald Dahl. Settle into an exciting performance from RNCM music...The Modern Prometheus
53two, Manchester
Sunday 18 - Monday 19 October 2026
Upcoming medical mogul Victor Frank and his entire immediate circle vanished or were found dead one by one in violent, unexplained circumstances. Tonight, media-dubbed conspiracy theorist Professor R Walton has gathered an audience to tel...Magic at The Midland
The Midland, Manchester
Sunday 18 October - Sunday 22 November 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable experience at Magic at the Midland in Manchester! Witness the incredible magic of Steve Price, one of the UK's best magicians. Prepare to be amazed, entertained, and left wondering how he does it all. Don't b...The Bridgewater Hall Building Tour with BSL
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 18 October - 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...Joe Wells: Daddy Autism
Lowry, Salford
Sunday 18 October 2026
There are 700,000 autistic people in the UK but who is their leader? 2 years ago, Joe Wells decided he should be ?King of The Autistics? and it all went horribly wrong. 'One of my favourite comics' (Frankie Boyle). 'Some of the most...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...Katherine Ryan
HOME, Manchester
Monday 19 October 2026
Join Katherine Ryan in discussion with a special guest as she delves into her new book First Born Daughter and much more. In Firstborn Daughter, the Ontario-born comedian turns her sharp, self-deprecating wit on the role she never audit...Kyle MacLachlan
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Monday 19 October 2026
From Dune to Desperate Housewives, from Twin Peaks to Sex and the City, Fallout and TikTok, Kyle MacLachlan is a cultural constant who's charmingly quirky persona makes him one of the most distinctive actors of his generation. Now, live on...Met Express Drama Group
The Met, Bury
Monday 19 - Tuesday 20 October 2026
Met Express is The Met's very own learning disability theatre company. Met Express is an inclusive and accessible group run by expert facilitators with a diverse membership with a range of different disabilities. Sessions run Mondays and ...V E Schwab
Contact, Manchester
Tuesday 20 October 2026
Victoria "V. E." Schwab is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of more than twenty books, including the acclaimed Shades universe, the Villains series, the City of Ghosts series, Gallant, The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue and The F...English National Ballet - Romeo & Juliet
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Wednesday 21 - Sunday 25 October 2026
One of the greatest love stories ever told. Irresistible attraction, all-consuming passion, tragic consequences: Shakespeare's heartbreaking tale is reimagined in a ballet that is "as vital, as alive and as stirring as can be" (The Telegra....png)
Daniel Foxx
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 21 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...Meera Syal
Albert Hall, Manchester
Thursday 22 October 2026
Dame Meera Syal shares the hilarious and heartwarming true stories that have shaped her life and work as one of Britain's most beloved comedy legends. Growing up in the only Asian family in a West Midlands mining village, Meera Syal wanted...Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Garrick Production)
Altrincham Garrick, Altrincham
Thursday 22 October - Sunday 1 November 2026
Step into a world of vibrant colour, unforgettable music, and thrilling storytelling with Altrincham Garrick's production of Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat!This beloved musical by Andrew Lloyd Webber and Tim Rice is a dazzli...The Umbilical Brothers
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 22 October 2026
Do you love staring at screens? Are you staring at a screen right now? You should get out more. Specifically to a show that has an enormous screen smack-bang in the middle of it. The Umbilicals take the energy of live performance an...The Brown Suite
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 23 October 2026
Step into The Brown Suite, a bold, funk-fuelled production that pulses with rhythm, style and soul. Blending iconic tracks from James Brown, Etta James and Sam Cooke, this electrifying production transports audiences to 1970's New York whe...Chetham's Symphony Orchestra
