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
What's On at the Stockport Plaza, Stockport
David Ivory In Concert At The Mighty Compton Cinema Organ
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Monday 28 September 2026
The Plaza is one of the only theatres in the UK where you can still sample the splendour and sounds of the original 1932 Cinema organ rising out of the floor to mellifluous melodies old and new. Here?s a rare chance to enjoy its unique so...Film: Red Dust (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 30 September 2026
The owner of a rubber plantation becomes involved with the new wife of one of his employees. Starring Clark Gable, Jean Harlow, and Mary Astor. Images courtesy of Park Circus/Warner Bros....A Tribute To The Carpenters
Main Auditorium
Thursday 1 October 2026
It's time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true as the Entertainers present A Tribute to the Carpenters, featuring Gordy Marshall's The British Carpenters and starring the fantastic Sally Creedon as Karen Carpe...The Magic Of Motown
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 2 October 2026
Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. You will be going Loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down memory lane with all the...How Far Away Are They? - An Evening With The Cast Of Phoenix Nights
Main Auditorium
Saturday 3 October 2026
Twenty five years after Phoenix Nights first burst onto our screens, the people who made it happen are back together for a hilarious evening of stories, secrets, memories and mayhem from one of Britain's most loved comedy series. This is ...Legend - The Music of Bob Marley
Main Auditorium
Sunday 4 October 2026
Legend - the Music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating the musical icon, the reggae legend that was Bob Marley, in one fantastic stage show extravaganza. Combining his superb, distinctive vocals with flawless musicianshi...Love Hurts - Rock Anthems and Power Ballads
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 6 October 2026
LOVE HURTS ? ROCK ANTHEMS & POWER BALLADS LIVE & LOUDER THAN EVER Back for its third year of rocking the UK, Love Hurts returns with the heartbreak soundtrack of a generation! Packed with smash-hit power ballads and classic rock anthems fr...Talon - The Best of Eagles Tribute Band
Main Auditorium
Wednesday 7 October 2026
Eagles tribute act Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and the..."25th ANNIVERSARY TOUR" will once again feature the Eagles timeless back catalogue including Hotel Ca...Thank You For The Music - The Ultimate Tribute to ABBA
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 8 October 2026
Calling all Dancing Queens, this is your night to say, Thank you for the Music! This international smash-hit tribute show brings all ABBA's number one hits to the stage. The hugely popular show, now in its 20th year, with a brand-new show ...Dominic Halpin & the Hurricanes - A Country Night in Nashville
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 9 October 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 tran...Wrestling
Main Auditorium
Saturday 10 October 2026
High flying, hard hitting, body slam mayhem returns to The Plaza with professional wrestling and an evening the whole family will enjoy. Cheer the good guys and boo the bad guys in this high energy, entertainment spectacular featuring rip-...Vox Lumiere Metropolis (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 11 October 2026
Vox Lumiere shatters the boundaries between concert hall and cinema. Award-winning Vox Lumiere transforms Fritz Lang?s iconic 1927 silent masterpiece METROPOLIS into an explosive live experience with live band, thrilling original new music...Francis Rossi (Status Quo)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Monday 12 October 2026
Co-founder, lead singer, lead guitarist and the sole continuous member of the legendary rock band Status Quo, Francis Rossi embarks on a solo tour performing fan favourites from a remarkable 50+year career.  Also known as the GOMOR (Th...Psychic Sally
Main Auditorium
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...BLOSSOMS - SONGS FROM THE WEDDING CAKE
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 15 October 2026
To celebrate the release of Their new album, Blossoms will play two Intimate Album Launch Shows at Stockport Plaza on Thursday 15th October 2026Â First Show Doors 5.30pmTo book Standard tickets to the show:https://www. crashrecords. co. uk...
Nurse Georgie Carroll
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 16 October 2026
As seen on Britain's Got Talent 2023, and winner of 'Best Comedy Show' at the Adelaide Fringe Festival, don't miss Nurse Georgie Carroll - she is just what the doctor ordered. Hospital-grade humour from everyone's favourite Mancunian nur...Man In The Mirror - A Tribute To Michael Jackson
Main Auditorium
Saturday 17 October 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 greate...Stockport Operatic Society present CHESS THE MUSICAL
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 21 - Saturday 24 October 2026
40 years since its legendary West End premiere, the groundbreaking rock musical masterpiece, CHESS, explodes onto the Stockport Plaza Stage this October! From the composing genius of ABBA?s Benny Andersson and Bj?rn Ulvaeus and the timele...Halloween In Concert
Main Auditorium
Sunday 25 October 2026
A frighteningly good night of graveyard smash hits for all the family! As darkness falls across the land, join our amazing cast and live band. With stunning stage visuals and state-of-the-art production, bringing to life an amazing cresce...K-Pop Dance Heroes
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Monday 26 October 2026
Sing and dance along with the K-POP DANCE HEROES?as they take you on a musical adventure through the biggest K-Pop hits of all time.?  Featuring songs from the Netflix film??K-Pop Demon Hunters?, including the TikTok sensation 'Golden' a...Dr Richard Shepherd - Time Of Death: More Unnatural Causes
Main Auditorium
Tuesday 27 October 2026
Join Dr. Richard Shepherd, the UK's leading forensic pathologist, as he returns to the stage this Autumn with his captivating new tour, Time of Death - More Unnatural Causes. Following his successful 2021 and 2022 tours, Dr. Shepherd inv...Film: Take It Or Leave It (Cert 12A)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 28 October 2026
Take It Or Leave It is the highly entertaining and brilliantly nostalgic story of how Madness, one of the most successful and enduring British bands of all time, originally got together. Filmed after Madness enjoyed a bunch of Top 10 sing...Dreamboys
Main Auditorium
Thursday 29 October 2026
Scream if you are ready to misbehave because Dreamboys are hitting the road again. They'll tease, tantalise and sweep you off your feet with their high-energy West End choreography, taut torsos and seductive boy-next-door charm. Dreamboys...Showaddywaddy
Main Auditorium
Friday 30 October 2026
 'The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World' is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 4 decades! Formed in the 1970s in Leicester from several local bands, they have sold more than 20 million records...Banff Mountain Film Festival
Cinema
Saturday 31 October 2026 - Friday 17 September 2027
 Embark on a thrilling night of adventure with a brand-new collection of short films filled with extreme journeys, untamed characters and captivating cinematography from the world's most prestigious mountain film festival as it heads on ...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
 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: 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: Saturday 28th November 2026 9:30am
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 28 November 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 ch...Brunch With Santa: Saturday 28th November 2026 12pm
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 28 November 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 ch...The Green Room: Everything Stops For Festive Tea
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 29 November 2026
As we head into the Festive Season join us for our fundraising ?Everything Stops? event with proceeds supporting the ongoing Maintenance and Restoration Appeal for your much loved Stockport Plaza in the company of our famous waitress team ...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...
Breakfast With Santa: Saturday 5th December 2026 10am
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 5 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 ch...The Green Room: Natalie Ciufo's Vintage Christmas
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
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 who...Breakfast With Santa: Saturday 12th December 2026 9:30am
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 12 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 ch...Brunch With Santa: Saturday 12th December 2026 12pm
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 12 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 ch...Breakfast With Santa: Saturday 19th December 2026 9:30am
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
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 ch...Brunch With Santa: Saturday 19th December 2026 12pm
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
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 ch...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...
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.
Alternatively, please click here for more contact information and Stockport Plaza's access team will be able to answer your questions.
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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!
Either use the map at the side of the FAQ section as it has all types of accomodation or click here for hotels in Stockport
If you need further information about your visit to Stockport Plaza, click here to visit their website or contact The Plaza's team directly.
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