What's on in Manchester
What's on in Manchester
Tuesday 14 October 2025
Sunny Afternoon
Sunny Afternoon
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the "indisputably terrific" (The Times) OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL, charting the euphoric highs and agonizing lows of THE KINKS, is ba...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...Inside No 9 Stage/Fright
Inside No 9 Stage/Fright
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Welcome to a world of intrigue, as we invite you to step Inside Number 9 for a theatrical experience like no other. Expect the unexpected as the acclaimed BBC TV series comes to life on stage, fresh from a sell out West End run, weaving its...Dancing at Lughnasa
Dancing at Lughnasa
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
"I want to dance, Kate. It's the festival of Lughnasa. I'm only thirty-five. I want to dance." Driven by an overwhelming desire, the five Mundy sisters dance. Together they twirl and spin, it is wild, passionate, reckless, and for the brief...Filharmonie Brno & Freddy Kempf
Filharmonie Brno & Freddy Kempf
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Got rhythm? Pianist Freddy Kempf has - and he'll show it off tonight with the Brno Philharmonic. Kempf, a former BBC Young Musician of the Year, will be on double duty for two American classics: Gershwin's electrifying 'I Got Rhythm' variat...Newton Faulkner
Newton Faulkner
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Multi-Platinum selling Surrey-born acoustic singer-songwriter Newton Faulkner possesses a pop sensibility that allows him to sit easily alongside the likes of Jack Johnson, Paolo Nutini, and Ed Sheeran - who stole his original "ginger guy ...Abel Selaocoe
Abel Selaocoe
New Century Hall, Manchester
Manchester-based South African cellist Abel Selaocoe is a rapidly rising star who is redefining the parameters of the cello. The RNCM alumnus and Honorary Associate Artist moves seamlessly across a plethora of genres and styles, from collab...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...SE SO NEON
SE SO NEON
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Since their formation nearly a decade ago, SE SO NEON has become one of Korea's most loved and respected alternative bands, receiving awards and acclaim while steadily amassing a global fanbase. The band- now the solo project of singer, son...Jeffrey Lewis & The Voltage
Jeffrey Lewis & The Voltage
Band On The Wall, Manchester
The mind-spinning indie-rock/folk/art of Jeffrey Lewis & The Voltage developed when songwriter and comic book artist Jeffrey Lewis began recording homemade cassettes in New York City in 1998; his critically acclaimed, unusual and word-dense...Jesca Hoop, Kate Stables & Lail Arad - The Songs of Joni Mitchell
Jesca Hoop, Kate Stables & Lail Arad - The Songs of Joni Mitchell
The Stoller Hall, Manchester
Line Up: Jesca Hoop, Kate Stables (This is the Kit) and Lail Arad. Following a revered debut at The Roundhouse's In The Round Festival in April 2024, 'The Songs of Joni Mitchell' returns with a new line-up. The show was conceived and cura...Samantha Shannon & Saara El-Arifi
Samantha Shannon & Saara El-Arifi
Contact, Manchester
Enjoy an electrifying evening of dystopian and fantasy fiction with two of the genre's most exciting voices. International bestseller Samantha Shannon (The Bone Season) introduces Among the Burning Flowers, a gripping standalone prequel ...Adventures in Wonderland
Adventures in Wonderland
Z-arts, Manchester
Fall down the rabbit hole and have your very own magical adventure with Adventures in Wonderland at Z-arts! Created by Z-arts in partnership with Macmillan Children's Books, step into Alice's shoes and have your very own magical Adventure i...David Correos + Paul McCaffrey
David Correos + Paul McCaffrey
53two, Manchester
XS Malarkey presents a night of stand-up comedy. This weekDOUBLE HEADLINERDAVID CORREOSPAUL MCCAFFREYAMY ALBRIGHTand MC TOBY HADOKE ...
Skating Polly
Skating Polly
Yes, Manchester
Fusing elements of '90s-inspired alt-rock and riot grrrl with classic D.I.Y. punk and indie pop, savvy Oklahoma siblings Kelli and Kurtis Mayo, with step-sister Peyton Bighorse found national exposure in the early 2010s, earning both critic...David Correos
David Correos
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Filipino New Zealand comic and star of Taskmaster NZ, David Correos has wanted to come to the UK for a while now but always struggled to know if people would turn up! It's finally happening thanks to r/taskmaster, Reddit's #1 community ...Easy Comedy
Easy Comedy
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Michael Mannion & Alfie Carter host the top night in the city, every Tuesday, where you can see Manchester's best comedians working out new material and the newest comedians working out their best! ...Floridita Dance - Free Bachata Taster Class
Floridita Dance - Free Bachata Taster Class
On Bar, Manchester
Ever wanted to learn Bachata but never danced before? Now's your chance! Start with Floridita Dance's FREE taster class designed just for absolute beginners. No partner required. After that, you can keep growing your skills through their co...Manchester City Stadium Tour
Manchester City Stadium Tour
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Enjoy one of the most immersive tour experiences in the Premier League with a guided look around The Etihad Stadium. Experience the Manchester City story in a 360 degrees theatre and enjoy an audio-visual perspective of the players' matchd...Wednesday 15 October 2025
Sunny Afternoon
Sunny Afternoon
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the "indisputably terrific" (The Times) OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL, charting the euphoric highs and agonizing lows of THE KINKS, is ba...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...Inside No 9 Stage/Fright
Inside No 9 Stage/Fright
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Welcome to a world of intrigue, as we invite you to step Inside Number 9 for a theatrical experience like no other. Expect the unexpected as the acclaimed BBC TV series comes to life on stage, fresh from a sell out West End run, weaving its...Shayne Ward
Shayne Ward
Aviva Studios, Manchester
The multi-Platinum Mancunian recording artist Shayne Ward rose to fame as winner of the second series of The X Factor. His debut single "That's My Goal" was the 2005 Christmas No. 1, spending four weeks at the top of the chart and selling 2...Dancing at Lughnasa
Dancing at Lughnasa
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
"I want to dance, Kate. It's the festival of Lughnasa. I'm only thirty-five. I want to dance." Driven by an overwhelming desire, the five Mundy sisters dance. Together they twirl and spin, it is wild, passionate, reckless, and for the brief...Mick Herron
Mick Herron
HOME, Manchester
An evening with the master of British spy fiction Mick Herron, as he discusses his highly anticipated new thriller Clown Town, the hit Apple TV+ series Slow Horses and the blistering world of espionage. The ninth instalment in his intern...Nova Twins
Nova Twins
O2 Ritz, Manchester
The London heavy rap rock renegades are the zeitgeist-capturing polymath pioneers that our times have been waiting for. Playing with genre and rich in different moods, textures, and layers, all the while retaining that purity and simplic...The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
The Best Movies in Cinemas & Streaming
Manchester Multiple Venues, Manchester
If you are looking for a film to watch, ManchesterTheatres. com have rounded-up the best movies currently showing at Manchester's cinemas, and we are offering discounted tickets at Odeon, Vue, Cineworld and HOME too. We've also compiled...Jonathan Scott
Jonathan Scott
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Epic orchestral masterpieces as you've never heard them before! Jonathan Scott uses all the resources of the Bridgewater Hall concert organ to create the full sounds and expression of a symphony orchestra using 5,500 pipes, two hands and tw...d4vd
d4vd
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Houston indie musician David Burke, better known as d4vd (pronounced "David"), is an artist that's unable to be boxed into a specific genre, with familiar hits including his UK Top 40 hits 'Romantic Homicide,' a grungy, guitar-driven breaku...Nayina
Nayina
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Known as the Chinese version of Lady Gaga, Nayina (那艺娜) the Chinese sensation behind the viral hit "Love Like Fire", comes to Europe. From small-screen stardom to sold-out arenas across China, Na Yina has become a cultural icon known ...Pete Roth Trio Featuring Bill Bruford
Pete Roth Trio Featuring Bill Bruford
Band On The Wall, Manchester
The Pete Roth Trio features leader Pete on guitar, Mike Pratt on bass, and the incomparable former Yes and King Crimson drummer Bill Bruford. The band creates jazz for a new generation of music enthusiasts, exploring beyond traditional jazz...LEAP
LEAP
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Indie rock sad boys LEAP are on the verge, in every sense of the word. Bubbling with anticipation, whether it's the palpable energy at their explosive sold out shows across the UK and Europe, or landing in Shazam's top 50 viral playlist, th...Hallé Chamber Series - Schubert Quintet
Hallé Chamber Series - Schubert Quintet
Hallé St Peter's, Manchester
Schubert Quintet in C Major Eva Thorarinsdottir and friends open the Halle's Chamber Series with Schubert's Quintet in C Major, Desert Island Discs' most frequently requested piece of chamber music. The addition of a second cello to the usu...Adventures in Wonderland
Adventures in Wonderland
Z-arts, Manchester
Fall down the rabbit hole and have your very own magical adventure with Adventures in Wonderland at Z-arts! Created by Z-arts in partnership with Macmillan Children's Books, step into Alice's shoes and have your very own magical Adventure i...Happy Hour Comedy
Happy Hour Comedy
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
An evening of uproarious comedy featuring the freshest local talents, all working out new material for your amusement. It's £1 with exit-by-donation - because laughter should be affordable and accessible. Come sip on budget-friendly drinks...Laugh Therapy
Laugh Therapy
Creatures Comedy Club, Manchester
Ready for a dose of comedy to cure what ails you? Join us for a night where comedians become your "therapists," offering hilarious insights and advice to brave audience members who share their personal problems. Whether you're in the hot se...Manchester City Stadium Tour
Manchester City Stadium Tour
Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Enjoy one of the most immersive tour experiences in the Premier League with a guided look around The Etihad Stadium. Experience the Manchester City story in a 360 degrees theatre and enjoy an audio-visual perspective of the players' matchd...Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour
Old Trafford, Manchester
Visit the Museum & Stadium Tour at Old Trafford and walk in the footsteps of greatness. The Museum is open for visitors, and the Stadium Tour follows a great route, so you'll see the players' tunnel, walk next to the world famous pitch, and...moviEscape - SAWtopsy
moviEscape - SAWtopsy
Moviescape Stockport, Manchester
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 delibe...Thursday 16 October 2025
Sunny Afternoon
Sunny Afternoon
Palace Theatre, Manchester
Following a phenomenal two years in the West End and a sensational first UK and Ireland tour, the "indisputably terrific" (The Times) OLIVIER AWARD-WINNING BEST NEW MUSICAL, charting the euphoric highs and agonizing lows of THE KINKS, is ba...Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Mel Brooks' Young Frankenstein - The Musical
Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation - Young Frankenstein! Grandson...Inside No 9 Stage/Fright
Inside No 9 Stage/Fright
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Welcome to a world of intrigue, as we invite you to step Inside Number 9 for a theatrical experience like no other. Expect the unexpected as the acclaimed BBC TV series comes to life on stage, fresh from a sell out West End run, weaving its...Little Simz
Little Simz
Co-op Live, Manchester
Operating at the very heights of what rap can be, with lush, expansive, defiantly sprawling music, the Ivor Novello award-winning, Mercury nominated rapper and actress Simbiatu Ajikawo (a.k.a. Little Simz) delivers undeniable modern classic...Dancing at Lughnasa
Dancing at Lughnasa
Royal Exchange Theatre, Manchester
"I want to dance, Kate. It's the festival of Lughnasa. I'm only thirty-five. I want to dance." Driven by an overwhelming desire, the five Mundy sisters dance. Together they twirl and spin, it is wild, passionate, reckless, and for the brief...Graham Nash
Graham Nash
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Two-time Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee and Grammy award winning Salford singer-songwriter Graham Nash returns to Europe to perform songs spanning his sixty-year career from The Hollies to Crosby, Stills and Nash, to CSNY and his be...James May - Explorers: The Age of Discovery
James May - Explorers: The Age of Discovery
O2 Apollo, Manchester
James May brings to life the stories of the extraordinary explorers who traversed the deserts, scaled the mountains, sailed into the unknown. The live show combines theatrical techniques and James' charismatic storytelling to create an eve...Going Out Out
Going Out Out
HOME, Manchester
Going Out Out is a show filled with music, courage and love about a man who finds a way to cope with grief by joining the Manchester drag scene. Ian's gone out less since he became a widower. Actually, he hasn't gone out at all - a local ch...Mimi Webb
Mimi Webb
Manchester Academy, Manchester
Weaving octave-destroying vocals, gut-wrenching ballads and confessional storytelling, Canterbury-born singer-songwriter Mimi Webb is proving herself to be a viral pop powerhouse. Her emotional tales of open-heart honesty have captured hear...Cymande
