What's on in Manchester in July
Something Rotten
Tuesday 30 June - Sunday 19 Jul 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, alongside star of stage and screen Rich...
The Spy Who Came in from The Cold
Wednesday 22 - Saturday 25 July 2026
For the first time ever, a novel by John le Carré - the undisputed master of the modern spy genre whose works include Tinker, Tailor, Soldier, Spy and The Night Manager - is brought to life in a thrilling stage adaptation.
Starring Ralf L...
The Rocky Horror Show
Monday 27 July - Saturday 1 Aug 2026
Having been seen by over 35 million theatregoers, The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two squeaky clean college kids-Brad and his fiancée Janet. When by a twist of fate, their car breaks down outside a creepy mansion whilst on their way ...
Thespians - Greece The Musical (But not that one)
Tuesday 7 - Saturday 18 July 2026
MISCHIEF, the team behind the multi award-winning The Play That Goes Wrong, rewrite ancient history with a brand-new musical comedy, THESPIANS, the first musical created by 'the funniest theatre troupe in Britain' (The Telegraph). 534 BC. ...
Fun Home
Friday 3 July - Saturday 1 Aug 2026
The regional premiere of the Tony Award-winning musical sensation about family, identity and the moments that shape us.
'I think we're alike in a certain way…'
Join cartoonist Alison Bechdel on a journey through childhood memories...
Oh Zeus!
Tuesday 28 July - Saturday 1 Aug 2026
Kings of Comedy Le Navet Bete are back!
For lovers of Fawlty Towers, Bottom and The Play That Goes Wrong, Oh Zeus! is a riotous, all-out hilarious ride through Greek mythology.
When the stability of Olympus is threatened by the marriage o...
Rambert Dance - This is Rambert
Tuesday 7 - Thursday 9 July 2026
This is Rambert; now, as they've always been; living and breathing dance DNA; committed to putting the spotlight on voices, visions and ideas shaping our world today.
Dance that's alive with urgency, energy and relevance.
For their centen...
The Hallé & Juliette Crosbie - 100 Years of Movie Songs
Saturday 4 July 2026
A century of unforgettable film music is brought to life by conductor Stephen Bell as he guides the players of the Hallé Orchestra and star vocalist Juliette Crosbie on a glittering journey through the songs that defined the silver screen....
The Gruffalo
Friday 3 - Sunday 5 July 2026
A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood...
Join Mouse on a daring adventure through the deep, dark wood in Tall Stories' magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler.
Searching for...
The Tiger Who Came To Tea
Saturday 11 - Sunday 12 July 2026
Based on Britain's best-loved picture book by Judith Kerr, the Olivier Award nominated smash hit show The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns to the West End.
The doorbell rings just as Sophie and her mummy are sitting down to tea. Who could it ...
Murder, She Didn't Write
Monday 20 - Tuesday 21 July 2026
Don your deerstalker, grab your magnifying glass and get your 'finger of suspicion' at the ready because Edinburgh Fringe favourites, Degrees of Error, are bringing back their multiple sell-out show for your sleuthing pleasure.
They'll cre...
The Bob Ross Effect
Wednesday 15 July 2026
A happy little show about the big things in life.
Artist, animal-lover and unlikely sex symbol Bob Ross brought art to millions through his TV phenomenon, The Joy of Painting.
30 years on from his death, The Bob Ross Effect is as st...
Nell Gwynn
Tuesday 30 June - Saturday 4 Jul 2026
London, 1660. The theatres are alive, the monarchy's restored, and women are finally allowed on stage. One woman is about to take it by storm.
Orange-seller, wit, trailblazer, Nell Gwynn is a woman who knows what she wants and isn't afraid...
Twelfth Night
Tuesday 21 - Friday 24 July 2026
“Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and some have greatness thrust upon them!”
Get in a fight. Cross-dress. Throw on some yellow stockings. Love can make you do the funniest things…! The critically-acclaimed Pa...
Judge Jackie - Disorder in the Court
Tuesday 7 - Friday 10 July 2026
Musical comedy justice is about to be served!
Judge Jackie rules her courtroom with an iron fist, presiding over a series of chaotic (and downright bizarre) cases on American TV.
She's queen of the screen until her stardom's threatened b...
The Jury Experience - Diamonds, Lies and a Dead Man
Friday 24 July 2026
You've been called for jury duty.
Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide… guilty or not guilty?
Scandal brews as a disgraced ex-driver st...
The Jury Experience - Death on the Port Side
Friday 24 July - Sunday 2 Aug 2026
You've been called for jury duty. Step into a thrilling courtroom drama where the audience is the jury. Listen to testimonies, analyze evidence, and ultimately decide… guilty or not guilty?
On a summer night, the son of a powerful p...
