WHAT'S ON AT HOME, MANCHESTER
Home Manchester is a bustling venue that boasts two theatres, five cinemas and an arts centre with gallery. It is one of the few UK venues that produces, commissions and presents work across all mediums of film, theatre and visual art. Home opened in 2015, merging the Cornerhouse and Library Theatre Company into one space. Theatre 1 has a seated capacity of 500, whilst theatre 2 is 150 in a flexible studio space.
Home Mcr hosts drama, dance, film, visual arts, new commissions, education and workshops. It showcases and works alongside both international and UK artists, with a keen eye on promoting local work. Home has premiered numerous projects, including work by local writer and actress Eve Steele.
HOME has many shows, events and productions to look forward to including Othello, August Wilson's FENCES, The Sorcerer's Apprentice, and The Littlest Yak. Theatre 2 will host Bright Places, Deepest Fears, Darkling, FAMEHUNGRY, A Christmas Carol, Mika and the Polar Bear. See what's on at the Home Mcr below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at HOME, Manchester
What's On at HOME, Manchester
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...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...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 ...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, ...Family Film/ The Snail and the Whale + Room on the Broom (U)
HOME, Manchester
Friday 30 October 2026
Celebrate Halloween with a double bill of family favourites from the wonderful worlds of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler. Two short films ? one spooky, one sweet ? no tricks, all treats!Films screening in this programme:The Snail and th...Royal Ballet/ Manon (CTBA)
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 3 November 2026
In the seedy underbelly of 18th-century Paris, money is king. Nothing is sacred ? even love itself can be bought for the right price. A native of this hedonistic underworld, Manon is caught between twin desires when she falls in love with ...National Theatre Live - Golden Boy (15)
Cinemas
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 ...Royal Opera/ Carmen (CTBA)
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 17 November 2026
Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the attention of Don Jos?. She warns him not to fall in love with her, but his obsession knows no bounds. Damiano Michieletto?s searing production retur...Royal Ballet/ The Nutcracker (CTBA)
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 13 December 2026
At a cosy Christmas party, young Clara meets the mysterious magician Drosselmeyer, who gives her a nutcracker doll. When the guests have departed and the house is asleep, Clara sneaks downstairs in search of the doll. Instead, she finds Dr...How to get to HOME, Manchester
HOME Frequently Asked Questions
2 Tony Wilson Place, Manchester, M15 4FN
There are number of car parks close to Home Manchester. The closest car park is Q-Park First Street.
If you pre-book online, use code HOMEMCR25 to receive a discount of 25%.
The nearest train stations are Deansgate (approximately a 6 minute walk) and Oxford Road (approximately a 9 minute walk).
The nearest tram stop is St Peter's Square (approximately a 4 minute walk) or Deansgate Castlefield (approximately a 6 minute walk).
Theatre 1 has a seating capacity of 500. Theatre 2 has a capacity of 150.
Please contact Home directly. Click here for further details.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from Home, their box office opening hours are 12.00 - 20.00. Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
When we know of a duration of a show, we add it to the description of the show on our event pages. For example, on our Wicked event page, after the description of the show we have added the duration of the show in large capital letters. If the time isn't listed, we do not have the information yet. We update our pages daily so it maybe a case of knowing closer to the performance itself, so keep checking.
Please click here for more information on Access at Home and for contact details to the access team.
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With loads of great places to eat in Manchester and decent pre-theatre menus, you should check out our Manchester Restaurant site here!
Manchester is full of great bars and pubs and some decent ones close to the theatre. Check out our Manchester Bar site here!
You can use the map at the side of the FAQ section as it has all types of accomodation near Home, Manchester.
If you need more support, you can contact the Home team here.
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