What's on in Manchester in October
Dirty Dancing
Tuesday 8 - Saturday 12 June 2027
Dirty Dancing returns with a UK and Irish tour. Exploding with heart-pounding music, breath-taking emotion and sensationally sexy dancing. Seen by millions across the globe this worldwide smash hit tells the classic story of Baby and Johnny...
The Silence of the Lambs
Wednesday 7 - Saturday 10 October 2026
Dr Hannibal Lecter will see you now…
Come face to face with the chilling cultural phenomenon THE SILENCE OF THE LAMBS as it makes its world stage premiere in 2026. Based on Thomas Harris's gripping literary masterpiece, and star...
The Mousetrap
Monday 26 - Saturday 31 October 2026
Since 1952, Agatha Christie's The Mousetrap has captivated the world with silent clues, shifting shadows and the best-kept secret in theatre history. Now, the record-breaking classic embarks on its 75th Anniversary Tour across the UK and Ir...
Waitress
Tuesday 27 - Saturday 31 October 2026
“Treat yourself to a slice of five-star musical pie” (The Times) as the hit musical comedy WAITRESS comes to Lowry for one week only.
Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When ...
The Choir of Man
Tuesday 13 - Saturday 17 October 2026
Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit is now on its first ever UK tour. Welcome to THE CHOIR OF MAN, the best pub in the world… Come ready to drink in the excitement!Brimming with hits from artist...
Sylvia
Monday 19 - Saturday 24 October 2026
Sylvia Pankhurst - fearless, flawed, and unforgettable. The untold story of the rebellious middle child of Emmeline Pankhurst takes centre stage in this irresistible hip hop, funk and soul musical that moves your feet and fires your spirit....
Little Shop of Horrors
Wednesday 7 October - Sunday 29 Nov 2026
We are thrilled to announce a bold new revival of Alan Menken and Howard Ashman's Little Shop of Horrors, is coming to Manchester in Autumn 2026.
This cult classic musical will be brought to life in a major new production, continuing the s...
Othello
Wednesday 7 - Saturday 10 October 2026
Director Anthony Almeida's new production looks afresh at Shakespeare's iconic tragedy - as much about love as it is about hate.
A secret marriage.
The brink of war.
Fact and fiction.
It's not just black and white.
Fear, passion and pa...
King Lear
Wednesday 7 October - Sunday 15 Nov 2026
David Threlfall returns to the Theatre after 27 years to play Lear
'You see how full of changes his age is'
Shakespeare's most elemental tragedy charts a kingdom where power corrupts, families become enemies and prosperity devolves into w...
English National Ballet - Romeo & Juliet
Wednesday 21 - Sunday 25 October 2026
One of the greatest love stories ever told. Irresistible attraction, all-consuming passion, tragic consequences: Shakespeare's heartbreaking tale is reimagined in a ballet that is “as vital, as alive and as stirring as can be” (...
Calendar Girls The Musical
Thursday 8 - Saturday 31 October 2026
Based on the play Calendar Girls, written by Tim Firth and on the motion picture written by Tim Firth and Juliette Towhidi, Paul Robinson directs Tim Firth and Gary Barlow's musical in a new production.
The death of a much loved husband pr...
The Chicago Blues Brothers
Friday 5 March 2027
The Chicago Blues Brothers are back - and they're tearing the roof off the Country Bunker!Celebrating 45 years of the legendary Blues Brothers legacy, this live concert delivers a high-energy night of electrifying blues, foot-stomping count...
Hallé Orchestra - Classical Extravaganza
Saturday 17 October 2026
Showstopping hits and magical musicianship - enjoy some of the world's favourite classical pieces.
A rousing fanfare - Shostakovich's flashy and exciting Festive Overture, alongside Haydn's landmark Trumpet Concerto, performed by Royal Ph...
The Picture of Dorian Gray
Wednesday 7 - Saturday 10 October 2026
A Portrait to Die For
In a society obsessed with youth and beauty, Dorian Gray is offered the ultimate prize: eternal perfection. But perfection comes at a price, one that must be paid in blood.
“What does it profit a man if he gain...
Application 39
Friday 9 - Saturday 10 October 2026
This black comedy by Palestinian playwright Ahmed Masoud imagines Gaza hosting the 2048 Summer Olympics
A sharply satirical, future‑facing drama, Application 39 imagines a Gaza risen from ruin, unexpectedly awarded the right to host the...
The Immortal Sisterhood
Thursday 8 October 2026
Gemma Cairney's The Immortal Sisterhood is transformed into a genre-blending show about honour and grief.
Experience a groundbreaking, ensemble-led collaboration in the form of The Immortal Sisterhood LIVE.
Blending sound, opera, movement...
The Littlest Yak
Tuesday 27 - Thursday 29 October 2026
A rollicking, heart-warming tale for everyone.
This musical adaptation of the award-winning children's book will delight audiences young and old with beautiful puppets, catchy tunes and an uplifting tale of self-acceptance for all the fami...
Gandeys Halloween Spooktacular
Saturday 10 October - Sunday 1 Nov 2026
Something wickedly spectacular this way comes...!
Dare you enter the haunted Big Top? Gandeys Circus returns, bringing you a brand-new, spine-chilling, and action-packed Halloween Spooktacular-a legendary show filled with frights, delights...
