WHAT'S ON AT THE STOCKPORT PLAZA, STOCKPORT
What's On at the Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Stockport Plaza opened its grand doors in 1932 as a super cinema and variety theatre - roots it is still proud to boast today. Hosting touring plays, music events, comedians, gigs, musical theatre, dance, murder mysteries, family shows, their own festive pantomime, and cinema screenings, this Grade II listed art deco building has a seating capacity of 1317.
The Plaza currently has two Patrons; Baroness Joan Bakewell DBE, and Dara O’ Briain. Past Patrons include Leslie Phillips CBE, Sabrina, and Sir Ken Dodd. Alongside their main theatre space, The Stockport Plaza also has The Green Room, an intimate cabaret space for 80 guest, with a diverse programme of events.
Productions, shows and events coming up include Jason Manford, Jimmy Carr, Josh Widdicombe, numerous tribue acts, their Christmas panto Aladdin, Breakfast With Santa, Peter Andre in The Very Best Of Frankie Valli, and Dara O' Briain, . See what’s on at The Stockport Plaza below and book tickets online.
Stockport Plaza opened its grand doors in 1932 as a super cinema and variety theatre - roots it is still proud to boast today. Hosting touring plays, music events, comedians, gigs, musical theatre, dance, murder mysteries, family shows, their own festive pantomime, and cinema screenings, this Grade II listed art deco building has a seating capacity of 1317.
The Plaza currently has two Patrons; Baroness Joan Bakewell DBE, and Dara O’ Briain. Past Patrons include Leslie Phillips CBE, Sabrina, and Sir Ken Dodd. Alongside their main theatre space, The Stockport Plaza also has The Green Room, an intimate cabaret space for 80 guest, with a diverse programme of events.
Productions, shows and events coming up include Jason Manford, Jimmy Carr, Josh Widdicombe, numerous tribue acts, their Christmas panto Aladdin, Breakfast With Santa, Peter Andre in The Very Best Of Frankie Valli, and Dara O' Briain, . See what’s on at The Stockport Plaza below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Jack and The Beanstalk - Stockport Plaza Panto
Stockport Plaza
Fri 4 Dec 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027
A Christmas Carol Performed by Gerald Charles Dickens
Stockport Plaza
Wed 11 - Thu 12 Nov 2026
What's On at the Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Michael Holmes Plays The Mighty Compton Organ Featuring Star Vocalist Roy Chappell
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 3 November 2026
If you love cool easy listening and the classic sounds of the Great American Songbook, don?t miss this! Roy Chappell is Manchester?s own. His remarkable career took him from speedway rider at Belle Vue to top vocalist with the Sid Phillip...Emilio Santoro As Elvis
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 5 November 2026 - Wednesday 17 November 2027
 Internationally acclaimed youngster Emilio Santoro brings his award-winning Elvis Presley theatre show to the UK. Emilio has won both European and World Championships as Elvis in the past year, and wowed America's Got Talent viewers wit...Oh What A Night! - Celebration of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons
Main Auditorium
Friday 6 November 2026
Go back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons - now immortalised in the multi-award winning show Jersey Boys, which has been packing theatres worldwide since its debut in 2005. Valli...The Rocket Man - A Celebration of Sir Elton John
Main Auditorium
Saturday 7 November 2026
 Pack your bags, strap yourself in, for a night like no other and celebrate Sir Elton John with Jimmy Love. The Rocket Man is the world's favourite celebration to a musical icon, playing to audiences all around the world. So, catch a sta...The Nation's Songbook - An Evening Of Music Memories And Remembrance
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 8 November 2026
The Nation?s Songbook is a wonderful evening of music, remembrance and celebration, featuring an orchestra, choir and soloists. Journey through songs that inspired a nation, from wartime favourites to timeless classics. Guest artists will...A Vicar Of Dibley Christmas
Main Auditorium
Monday 9 November 2026
The much-loved village of Dibley comes to life on stage in this hilarious show with familiar characters, classic storylines and a wonderfully disastrous nativity!...Crown Ballet - The Nutcracker
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 10 November 2026
A wonderful treat full of glitter for the whole family, and an ideal introduction to audiences of any age to the magic that is classical ballet, Moldova's Crown Ballet returns to the UK to enchant you with their delightful production of an...A Christmas Carol Performed by Gerald Charles Dickens
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 11 - Thursday 12 November 2026
The original Christmas Carol and the best! No other show in the country has a direct descendant of Charles Dickens playing the lead role.  Gerald Charles Dickens is none other than the great great grandson of Charles Dickens. We all k...The Snowman Live - The Film Performed Live by a Brass Band
Main Auditorium
Friday 13 November 2026
Step into the magic of Christmas as a world famous brass band brings Raymond Briggs' timeless classic The Snowman to life in a spellbinding live performance. First released in 1982 and cherished by generations, The Snowman tells the encha...Blackout
Main Auditorium
Saturday 14 November 2026
Once the curtain rises, there?s no turning back? BLACKOUT is an immersive theatrical experience that pulls you into a world where fear and imagination collide. Late at night, a small cast gathers inside an old theatre for what should be ...A James Bond Concert Spectacular
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 15 November 2026
Widely regarded as the most definitive musical tribute to James Bond: The James Bond Concert Spectacular, features the band Q The Music and is hosted by former ?Miss Moneypenny? Caroline Bliss (The Living Daylights and Licence To Kill). Co...Ian Ashpitel & Jonty Stephens as Eric & Ern
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Monday 16 November 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 ...Tiny Tim's Biggest Adventure
Main Auditorium
Wednesday 18 November 2026
8 years ago Tiny Tim (Manchester comedian Tim Bradbury) decided to go on his own adventure navigating through adult life and posting about his calls on social media. With over 120 million views on YouTube and over 10 million followers on a...National Theatre Live - Golden Boy (15)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 19 November 2026
Josh O'Connor (The Crown;Â The Mastermind) leads the cast in this searing revival of Clifford Odets' knockout American classic. Â 1930s New York, at the height of the Depression. Joe Bonaparte is a gifted young violinist with a future in ...Step Into Christmas
Main Auditorium
Friday 20 November 2026
Step Into Christmas for the most magical show of the year from Entertainers.   This Christmas feel-good show brings all the magic of the season to life, with all your favourite songs you will know and love! Including - All I Want for C...
Film: CLAYFACE (Cert 18)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 21 November 2026
Look fear in the face. DC Studios? first-ever foray into the genre, ?Clayface? is a horror thriller from director James Watkins, starring Tom Rhys Harries in the title role of the Gotham City villain. ?Clayface? unravels one man?s horrifyi...Film: Santa Claus The Movie (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 22 November 2026
This year he REALLY IS coming to town! Santa Claus: The Movie tells the story of how a common woodcutter (David Huddleston) becomes the legendary Father Christmas. With a fantastical toy workshop run by elves and a herd of flying reindeer,...Breakfast With Santa
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 28 November - Saturday 19 December 2026
Since 1944 Breakfast with Santa has been a family tradition in The Plaza Caf? and this festive season it returns for you and your little ones to enjoy. There?s a yo ho ho breakfast for the children consisting of scrumptious pastries and ...Brunch With Santa
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 28 November - Saturday 19 December 2026
Since 1944 Breakfast with Santa has been a family tradition in The Plaza Caf? and this festive season it returns for you and your little ones to enjoy. There?s a yo ho ho breakfast for the children consisting of scrumptious pastries and ...The Green Room
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 29 November - Thursday 10 December 2026
This December join us for Natalie Ciufo?s brand new show, ?A Vintage Christmas? . An evening encompassing all the magic of Christmas glamour and melodies that transport you to another era. Natalie is a professionally trained performer wh...Jack and The Beanstalk - Stockport Plaza Panto
Main Auditorium
Friday 4 December 2026 - Sunday 3 January 2027
Fe-fi-fo-fum! ..... Stockport's GIANT Family Pantomime JACK AND THE BEANSTALK will delight audiences of all ages in this Spectacular Magical production that will provide you, your family and friends with sensational memories that will last...Film: Calamity Jane (Cert U)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 8 January 2027
Deadwood, South Dakota, is largely the abode of men, but frontier scout Calamity Jane is as hard-riding, boastful and handy with a gun as any. Jane?s wild promises set her off in search of a beautiful singer to grace the stage at the Golde...Film: Viva Las Vegas (Cert U)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 8 January 2027
Race car driver Lucky Jackson goes to Las Vegas to earn money to pay for a new engine for his motor car. Working as a waiter, he still finds the time to court young Rusty Martin. Director: George SidneyStarring: Elvis Presley, Ann-Margare...Hits Out of Hell: The Legend of Meat Loaf
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 9 January 2027
CELEBRATINGTHE LEGENDARY MEAT LOAF  Celebratingthe life, music and legend of the musical maestro Meat Loaf  TheWorld?s premier show in tribute to Meat Loaf, featuring the Ultimate ?DeadRinger? to Meat Loaf Craig Halford as seen on ITV...A Shameless Night - An Evening With The Cast Of Shameless
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 10 January 2027
A Shameless Night: An Evening with the Cast of Shameless:  Get up close and personal with the stars of the multi-award-winning TV favourite, Shameless. A Shameless Night will feature a selection of cast members from the iconic series, h...The Magic of the Bee Gees - A Tribute to The Bee Gees
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 14 January 2027
Direct from London's West End. Whether you're a brother or whether you're a mother, when the feeling's gone and you can't go on, it's time to put on your dancing shoes, for the night out of the year you have been waiting for to celebrate t...A Night To Remember Motown Show
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 15 January 2027
Take a trip back to 1960s Detroit and be prepared for high energy and soulful vocal dynamics from show producer and director, Bizzi Dixon, The Voice UK finalist and West End Tour lead principal, harmoniously backed by the Motown Divas givi...ELO Again - ELO Tribute Show
Main Auditorium
Saturday 16 January 2027
ELO AGAIN are back with their stunning 'Re-Discovery Tour' celebrating the truly universal music of Jeff Lynne and the Electric Light Orchestra. ELO AGAIN really give you a dramatic taste of what a legendary ELO concert would have been lik...Gary Delaney
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 17 January 2027
Gary Delaney's last UK tour ran for two and a half years across 378 dates. People laughed a lot and kept coming back. His videos have hundreds of millions of views. So now he's doing it all again with a brand new show. All new jokes and ut...The Picture of Dorian Gray: A New Musical- Starring Kevin Kennedy
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 20 January 2027
Every picture tells a story? The Picture of Dorian Gray is a brand-new?musical based on?Oscar Wilde?s timeless gothic tale, coming to our theatre on Wednesday 20th January at 7.30pmStarring Kevin Kennedy (Rock of Ages, We Will Rock You, C...
What's Love Got To Do With It - A Tribute to Tina Turner
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 21 January 2027
After a sensational 2025 that saw over 60,000 Tina Turner fans across the UK singing, dancing, and having the time of their lives, What's Love Got To Do With It? is back and bigger than ever for 2026! This electrifying tribute show celebra...Let The Music Play - Dedicated to the Legend of Barry White
Main Auditorium
Friday 22 January 2027
Direct from the USA, a critically-acclaimed revue featuring the incredible vocalist William Hicks also know as "the big man with the big voice". 100 million records sold, 20 gold and 10 platinum singles - the world loves Barry White and B...Genesis Connected - Genesis Tribute Band
Main Auditorium
Saturday 23 January 2027
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics, this show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers. Hits spanning from the l...UK Pink Floyd Experience
Main Auditorium
Sunday 24 January 2027
Celebrating over 50 years of one of rock's most influential bands, this highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd. Featuring the iconic album "The Dark Side Of The Moon" and classics including "Wish You Were Here", "Shine On ...The Makings Of A Murderer - Fatal Mistake
Main Auditorium
Wednesday 27 January 2027
They planned the murder. They covered their tracks. They thought they had got away with it. They almost did. In The Makings of a Murderer: Fatal Mistake, award-winning investigative journalist and broadcaster Donal MacIntyre examines the e...Behind The Scenes Tour - January 2027
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 27 January 2027
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport?s magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre. Many of the greatest stage and screen stars of yesteryear a...Lost In Music - One Night at the Disco
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 28 January 2027
Get ready to recreate the Magical 70's and let us take you on a musical journey straight to the heart of Disco!Relive some of the greatest songs of all time from artists such as Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledg...Country Roads - One Night of Country Classics
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 29 January 2027
Celebrate the Kings and Queens of country music and enjoy the biggest and best songs of the genre, including 9 to 5, The Gambler, Walk the Line, Rhinestone Cowboy, Ring of Fire, Walkin' After Midnight and more at this tribute show from the...Take That vs Robbie starring Re-Take That
Main Auditorium
Saturday 30 January 2027
Take That vs Robbie, starring Re-Take That Live on Stage is the new tribute show from Entertainers. Jason Orange calls the show "brilliant". Declan Donnelly, of Ant and Dec, says it's "the best Take That tribute act you'll ever see". Re-Ta...Katzeye - The Tribute Experience
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 31 January 2027
Katzeye - The Tribute Experience is a spectacular, high-energy live production celebrating one of the world's fastest rising global pop groups. With KATZEYE's popularity exploding worldwide, a sold-out world tour, and an iconic headline Co...The Katie Price Show
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 2 February 2027
Katie Price's podcast -Â The Katie Price Show, goes live! Expect an evening of chaos, stories, and lots of singing - as hosts Katie and her little sister Sophie bring their hit podcast to the stage. Seven weddings, six autobiographies and ...Queenz: Battle of the Divas
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 4 February 2027
The sequins are sharper, the vocals are higher, and the competition is fierce! From the creators of the smash-hit shows ?Drag Me to the Disco? and ?The Show With Balls!? comes a brand-new LIVE VOCAL drag spectacular, where the Queenz go he...Sky Full of Stars - A Tribute To Coldplay
Main Auditorium
Friday 5 February 2027
Get ready for an electrifying night of music and magic with Sky Full of Stars-the authentic tribute to Coldplay from Entertainers! This spectacular live experience doesn't just capture the sound and spirit of one of the world's biggest ba...Dear Zoo
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 6 - Sunday 7 February 2027
Rod Campbell's much-loved lift the flap book has been a firm favourite with children and parents for nearly forty years. Lovingly adapted for the stage, his distinctive illustrations leap from the page in this colourful show packed full of...Film: The Lady Vanishes (Cert U)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 10 February 2027
During a journey aboard a trans-continental express train, a young woman strikes up an acquaintance with a middle-aged English governess. Later, the governess mysteriously disappears from her compartment. Seeking an explanation, the girl i...
Go Your Own Way - A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
Main Auditorium
Thursday 11 February 2027
Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac. Their rock n roll legacy is beautifully performed by a highly talented and acclaimed ensemble of musicians...Luke Combs UK by Candlelight with Orchestra
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 12 February 2027
The world's leading tribute to the Grammy-nominated country megastar Luke Combs - officially endorsed by Luke Combs himself - and reimagined by candlelight with a live string orchestra. Get ready for a powerful and unforgettable night of c...Valentines Special: Film - Love Story (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 13 February 2027
Join us to celebrate the most romantic day of the year with one of our nation?s best loved classic romantic films: LOVE STORY (CERT PG)Â When wealthy Harvard University law student Oliver Barrett IV (Ryan O'Neal) meets Jenny Cavilleri (Ali...The Janice Hughes School Of Dance Presents: Elevate
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 14 February 2027
*ELEVATE* Our 2nd Dance Show at The Plaza. Get ready to be lifted higher! From the glitz of Musical Theatre to the energy of Rock ?We?ve got it ALL. An evening of incredible dancing, show-stopping performances, and pure feel good vibes...On Screen: NT Live - Hay Fever (Cert 15 TBC)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 17 February 2027
Hay Feverby No?l Cowarddirected by Emily BurnsEmmy and Tony winner Christine Baranski makes her West End debut alongside Academy Award-nominated stage and screen legend Richard E. Grant in No?l Coward?s irresistible comedy. Judith Bliss re...Too Much Too Young - The Music of 2 Tone And Beyond
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 18 February 2027
Pack your bags and get ready to board the Night boat to Cairo as we celebrate the iconic story of 2-Tone and beyond! 'Too Much Too Young' is the non stop Ska party that tells the story of one of the most influential musical movements in B...Film: The Wicker Man (Cert 15)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 19 February 2027
When a young girl mysteriously disappears, Police Sargeant Howie travels to a remote Scottish island to investigate. But this pastoral community, led by the strange Lord Summerisle, is not what is seems as the devoutly religious detective ...Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2027 (Red Film Programme) (Cert 12A)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 20 February 2027
Experience an unforgettable evening of thrilling adventure ? up on the big screen! ? The Banff Mountain Film Festival features a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinemato...Pyramid Concert Orchestra - Song to the Moon
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 21 February 2027
Join the Pyramid Concert Orchestra for another afternoon of fabulous light orchestral music, including some opera favourites performed by Joanne McGahon - The London Soprano. Joanne?s line-up will include ?Summertime? from Porgy & Bess. ?S...Behind The Scenes Tour - February 2027
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 24 February 2027
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport?s magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre. Many of the greatest stage and screen stars of yesteryear a...One & Only Adele by Katie Markham
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 25 February 2027
 A spectacular brand-new production celebrating one of the world?s most iconic voices and celebrated singer-songwriters. Katie Markham is one of the world's leading Adele tribute artists, personally hand-picked by Adele herself, who simp...80s Live
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 26 February 2027
Feel shiny and new as yout travel back in time to one of the most iconic eras of music for the night - put your hands together and get into the groove as the live band, Electric Dreams, perform over two dozen chart topping anthems from art...
G4
Main Auditorium
Monday 1 March 2027
 The ultimate celebration of Musical Theatre. Following on from their critically-acclaimed 20th Anniversary album and tour, The UK's No1 vocal harmony quartet and original X Factor stars, G4, now unleash their unique trademark sound on ...Ghost House
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 3 March 2027
A brand-new haunting play, GHOST HOUSE follows three best friends who, after months of travelling the world, arrive at a remote island lodge for their very last stop. It should be a celebration. Instead, it becomes something far more sinis...
How to get to the Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Stockport Plaza Frequently Asked Questions
The Plaza, Mersey Square, Stockport, SK1 1SP
Car parks near to Stockport Plaza are:
You can also park in Red Rock Car Park.
The nearest train station to Stockport Plaza is Stockport Station. It is approximately an 8 minute walk to the Plaza.
Trains run directly from Piccadilly Station in Manchester to Stockport station.
Stockport Plaza has a capcity of 1317 seats.
Their Green Room cabaret venue holds 80 guests.
Please contact Stockport Plaza directly and their team will be able to help you.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from Stockport Plaza Box Office, they open:
Wednesday - Saturday: 11am – 3.00pm
The Plaza Box Office will also be open for one hour prior to shows and events.
Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
You can contact the Plaza directly and they will be able to advise you.
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.
For more information on accessibility at Stockport Plaza, you can visit their accessibility page.
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Stockport Plaza have the Plaza Cafe attached to the venue which is open Wednesday - Saturday 11am - 3pm.
For evening food, there are plenty of great places to eat in Manchester and decent pre-theatre menus, you should check out our Manchester Restaurant site here!
Stockport Plaza have the Plaza Cafe attached to the venue.
Manchester is full of great bars and pubs and some decent ones close to the venue. check out our Manchester Bar site here!
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Jack and The Beanstalk - Stockport Plaza Panto
Stockport Plaza
Fri 4 Dec 2026 - Sun 3 Jan 2027
A Christmas Carol Performed by Gerald Charles Dickens
Stockport Plaza
Wed 11 - Thu 12 Nov 2026
