WHAT'S ON AT MANCHESTER OPERA HOUSE, MANCHESTER
What's On at Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Manchester Opera House is one of the largest theatres in Manchester with a capacity of 1920 seats. The Opera House opened in 1912 and is one of Manchester’s premier venues. Hosting musicals, dance, opera, comedy, concerts and the family favourite, the Christmas pantomime, the Manchester Opera House is the perfect venue for theatregoers.
Some of the biggest productions have been performed on stage at the Manchester Opera House including The Phantom of the Opera.
Manchester Opera House has more exciting shows coming up including Back To The Future The Musical, The Full Monty, Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, The Mousetrap, The Choir of Man, Mean Girls, Legally Blonde, Something Rotten, The Battle - Blur vs Oasis, Ellen Kent's farewell tours, Double Indemnity, and the pantomime, Dick Whittington. See what's on at the Opera House Manchester below and book tickets online.
Manchester Opera House is one of the largest theatres in Manchester with a capacity of 1920 seats. The Opera House opened in 1912 and is one of Manchester’s premier venues. Hosting musicals, dance, opera, comedy, concerts and the family favourite, the Christmas pantomime, the Manchester Opera House is the perfect venue for theatregoers.
Some of the biggest productions have been performed on stage at the Manchester Opera House including The Phantom of the Opera.
Manchester Opera House has more exciting shows coming up including Back To The Future The Musical, The Full Monty, Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical, The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, The Mousetrap, The Choir of Man, Mean Girls, Legally Blonde, Something Rotten, The Battle - Blur vs Oasis, Ellen Kent's farewell tours, Double Indemnity, and the pantomime, Dick Whittington. See what's on at the Opera House Manchester below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Back To The Future The Musical
Manchester Opera House
Tue 13 Jul - Sat 21 Aug 2027
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Manchester Opera House
Tue 2 - Sat 6 Mar 2027
What's On at Manchester Opera House, Manchester
The Elvis Tribute Artist World Tour
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 17 May 2026
The world's greatest Elvis show is back, bigger than ever before with an epic new line-up. Starring Direct from the USA the incredible MOSES SNOW (Early Elvis Years), ARRON WALKER (1968 Comeback Special) with Dual Headliners CHRIS CONNOR (1...Blue
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Monday 18 May 2026
The Blue boys are back in town! Simon Webbe, Duncan James, Antony Costa and Lee Ryan are ready to make new memories with the news that they will release their all-new studio album 'Reflections' on January 9th 2026 - the first taste of which...Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's Drift
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Wednesday 27 - Saturday 30 May 2026
Murder comes to the countryside in the theatrical world premiere of the critically acclaimed television favourite Midsomer Murders. When well-loved spinster Emily Simpson is found dead in the picturesque village of Badger's Drift, her frien...Opera House Theatre Tour
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Monday 1 June - Monday 13 July 2026
Opened in 1912, The Opera House is one of Manchester's oldest and most beautiful theatres. Today the theatre plays host to hundreds of performances each year and remains an important part of Manchester's vibrant cultural offer. Our Tours a...Something Rotten
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 16 June - Sunday 19 July 2026
IN A WORLD WITHOUT MUSICALS, TWO BROTHERS DARED TO DREAM A DREAM... Comedy, TV and musical theatre icon Jason Manford makes his highly anticipated return to the stage in fetching pantaloons as this UK Premiere production opens at Manchester...Austentatious - An Improvised Jane Austen Novel
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 4 September 2026
The award-winning West End smash-hit comedy Austentatious comes to you on a strictly limited tour. For a delightful evening, the all-star Austentatious cast will improvise a hilarious new Jane Austen novel, inspired entirely by a title from...The Prat Pack - Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Shane Richie & Joe Pasquale
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 5 - Sunday 6 September 2026
Following the monumental success of their debut run, the nation's most beloved entertainers are officially reuniting. Bradley Walsh, Brian Conley, Joe Pasquale, and Shane Richie have confirmed they are hitting the road once again with 'The ...Todd Rundgren
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
Born and raised in Philadelphia, Todd Rundgren began playing guitar as a teenager, going on to found and front The Nazz, the quintessential `60's psychedelic group. In 1969, he left the band to pursue a solo career, recording his debut offe...Mike Wozniak
Quays Theatre
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...Miriam Margolyes
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Monday 14 September 2026
Following three bestselling memoirs and sold-out tours that left audiences in stitches, Britain's most outspoken national treasure is back on the road-and she's not holding back. Expect memories & mammaries, Arsenal & arseholes, politics, f...An Evening with Racing Icons David Coulthard & Mika Häkkinen
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Wednesday 16 September 2026
Experience the electrifying reunion of motorsport's most captivating teammate rivalry as stars Mika Hakkinen and David Coulthard take the stage for an uncensored, no-holds-barred conversation about their careers. Once rivals, then teammates...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...Off The Hook - Daz and Will Unhooked
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 18 September 2026
Daz Black (Daz Games) and Will, of the successful fishing, adventure and travel YouTube channel Off The Hook, are hitting the road for the first time, bringing their Unhooked show to a theatre near you! Expect laughs, audience participation...Queen of the Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 19 September 2026
Queen Of The Night - A Tribute to Whitney Houston returns in 2026 for another show-stopping celebration, following sold-out tours across the UK, including an arena tour and iconic venues such as the Royal Albert Hall and The London Palladiu...David Essex
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 20 September 2026
Singer, composer, and actor David Essex OBE has announced a major 21-date nationwide tour for September 2026 titled 'Thanks for the Memories 'to celebrate his monumental career. First shooting to fame when he was chosen for the role of Jesu...
Steve Steinman's Anything For Love - The Meat Loaf Story
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 22 September 2026
Steve Steinman, the highly acclaimed show producer and No. 1 recording artist, brings you his smash-hit production Anything for Love. The show will feature Steve's very own No. 1 hit, Everything They Said Was True, written by Meat Loaf and ...Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Wednesday 23 September 2026
Join us for a Thriller of an evening, as we celebrate the legendary music of the KING OF POP. This is the "Man in the Mirror" - The brand new must-see, electrifying tribute concert to Michael Jackson. Starring CJ, one of the world's greates...Dominic Halpin & the Hurricanes - A Country Night in Nashville
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 24 September 2026
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music. Prepare to be trans...Jon Anderson & The Band Geeks Perform Yes
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 26 September 2026
Jon Anderson is undoubtedly one of the most recognizable voices in music as the lead vocalist and creative force behind YES. The Accrington-born rock legend was the author and a major creative influence behind the ground-breaking album Frag...Chris Ramsey
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Friday 2 October 2026
Chris Ramsey is a critically acclaimed Stand Up Comedian and regular face on TV. He has hosted two series of his own show The Chris Ramsey Show on Comedy Central as well as Chris Ramsey's Stand Up Central and the panel show Virtually Famous...Art Garfunkel
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 15 October 2026
As architect and lead singer of Simon & Garfunkel, he shaped modern popular culture with songs such as "Bridge Over Troubled Water," "The Sound of Silence," and "Mrs. Robinson." His voice defines eras and continues to influence artists and ...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 defin...Phil Wang
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 18 October 2026
UH OH. Phil Wang's back with a new stand - up show, and he's older than ever before. He's got a moustache now. It bristles with wisdom. His eyes shine with good humour. His shoulders groan under the weight of being the only cool millennial ...Dexys Midnight Runners
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 25 October 2026
Dexys Midnight Runners have announced details of a U.K & Irish tour. The dates will be the first time the band, fronted by Kevin Rowland, have toured under the name of Dexys Midnight Runners since 2003, when they played a sold-out show at L...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...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...A Christmas Carol Goes Wrong
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 17 - Saturday 21 November 2026
The Cornley Amateur Drama Society are back with tidings of chaos and joy, ready to tackle the Charles Dickens' classic, A Christmas Carol.A new production of CHRISTMAS CAROL GOES WRONG smashes into Aylesbury Waterside Theatre direct from a ...Josh Pugh
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Sunday 22 November 2026
After 2 sell out tours, Josh Pugh is back performing stand up comedy to the best of his ability for an hour and a bit. Josh is known for his appearances on the small screen (TV) Live at the Apollo, Big Fat Quiz of Everything, Mock the Week,...Christmas in Ireland
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Be transported to a magical Christmas Eve inside a traditional Irish pub, where friends, old and new, gather to share songs, stories and memories of Christmases gone by. As snow falls outside, the air fills with heartwarming renditions of t...Sam Campbell
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 26 November 2026
With a signature style that marries absurdist loops and razor-sharp observational wit- from surreal YouTube shorts to mainstream TV and podcast success - Edinburgh Comedy Award winner, Taskmaster champion and surrealist genius, Australian c...
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. ...Dick Whittington
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2026 - Sunday 3 January 2027
Manchester's pantomime will be paved with gold as comedy sensation Jason Manford and panto favourite Ben Nickless return to the Opera House to star in Dick Whittington. Join our hero on a quest for fame, fortune and happiness as he journeys...Burlesque The Musical
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Wednesday 6 - Saturday 23 January 2027
Following its critically acclaimed World Premier at the Opera House Manchester and a West End run, Burlesque the Musical Wagon-Wheel-Watusi's on a new UK tour. In a world hidden beneath city lights, everything sparkles in seduction, and liv...Murderous Minds with Emma Kenny
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 18 February 2027
The nationwide sell-out success of Killer Couples, best-selling author, Psychologist, and leading crime commentator Emma Kenny returns with a brand-new live show that probes the darkest corners of humanity. Murderous Minds takes you on a gr...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...The Full Monty
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Monday 5 - Saturday 10 April 2027
TICKETS TO GO ON GENERAL SALE ON THU 12 MARCH AT 10AMCelebrating the 30th Anniversary of the iconic film, The Everyman Theatre, Cheltenham And Buxton Opera House in association with Mark Goucher And David Pugh Present The Full Monty. Back b...Alan Carr
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Thursday 15 - Saturday 17 April 2027
Alan Carr's back on tour and his lips are unsealed! With a big mouth and a talent for oversharing, Alan's ready to dish some drama. Expect stories of dipping into the dating pool, navigating showbiz green rooms and a sprinkling of tales fro...Just For One Day - The Live Aid Musical
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 4 - Saturday 15 May 2027
Experience the most powerful night of music you'll ever have at the theatre at JUST FOR ONE DAY: THE LIVE AID MUSICAL, featuring the most iconic songs from BOB DYLAN, DAVID BOWIE, THE WHO, U2, QUEEN, MADONNA, STING, ELTON JOHN, PAUL McCARTN...Back To The Future The Musical
Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Tuesday 13 July - Saturday 21 August 2027
Great Scott! Back to the Future the musical is here! Strap in for the smash hit Back to the Future The Musical on its first ever UK tour. Winner of Best New Musical at the Olivier Awards, WhatsOnStage Awards and Broadway World Awards, this ...How to get to Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Manchester Opera House Frequently Asked Questions
3 Quay Street, Manchester M3 3HP
There are a number of Q-Park and NCP car parks within easy walking distance from the theatre. The closest car park is Spinningfields NCP.
Alternatively you can park at other car parks in Manchester, with 15% off through Q-Park - click here for more info.
There is accessible parking at NCP Spinningfields and NCP Great Northern which are located close by to the theatre.
Deansgate Train Station is the nearest station to the Opera house with a ten minute walk.
Oxford Road Station is a 15 minute walk.
Picadilly Station is a 22 minute walk.
The nearest tram stop is St. Peter's Square and is a 7 minute walk.
The capicity of The Manchester Opera House is 1920 seats. Click here for the seating plan.
Please contact The Manchester Opera House directly online. Click here for more details.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from the Manchester Opera House Box Office, they open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing that day. 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.
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Manchester Opera House, Manchester
Back To The Future The Musical
Manchester Opera House
Tue 13 Jul - Sat 21 Aug 2027
The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time
Manchester Opera House
Tue 2 - Sat 6 Mar 2027
