What's on in Manchester in July
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 ...
Fun Home
Tuesday 21 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...
The Gruffalo
Friday 27 - Sunday 29 November 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...
Murder, She Didn't Write
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...
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...
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...
