WHAT'S ON AT HOME, MANCHESTER
What's On at HOME, Manchester
Home Manchester is a bustling venue that boasts two theatres, five cinemas and an arts centre with gallery. It is one of the few UK venues that produces, commissions and presents work across all mediums of film, theatre and visual art. Home opened in 2015, merging the Cornerhouse and Library Theatre Company into one space. Theatre 1 has a seated capacity of 500, whilst theatre 2 is 150 in a flexible studio space.
Home Mcr hosts drama, dance, film, visual arts, new commissions, education and workshops. It showcases and works alongside both international and UK artists, with a keen eye on promoting local work. Home has premiered numerous projects, including work by local writer and actress Eve Steele.
Home has many shows, events and productions to look forward to including The Home We Made, The Lightening Thief - The Percy Jackson Musical, The Last Picture, Crime and Punishment, Tales From Acorn Wood Live, I, Daniel Blake, Malory Towers, and Thespians, . See what's on at the Home Mcr below and book tickets online.
Home Manchester is a bustling venue that boasts two theatres, five cinemas and an arts centre with gallery. It is one of the few UK venues that produces, commissions and presents work across all mediums of film, theatre and visual art. Home opened in 2015, merging the Cornerhouse and Library Theatre Company into one space. Theatre 1 has a seated capacity of 500, whilst theatre 2 is 150 in a flexible studio space.
Home Mcr hosts drama, dance, film, visual arts, new commissions, education and workshops. It showcases and works alongside both international and UK artists, with a keen eye on promoting local work. Home has premiered numerous projects, including work by local writer and actress Eve Steele.
Home has many shows, events and productions to look forward to including The Home We Made, The Lightening Thief - The Percy Jackson Musical, The Last Picture, Crime and Punishment, Tales From Acorn Wood Live, I, Daniel Blake, Malory Towers, and Thespians, . See what's on at the Home Mcr below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at HOME, Manchester
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What's On at HOME, Manchester
Queer as Punk (15)
HOME, Manchester
Friday 21 August 2026
Faris is a transman and lead singer of ?Shh.. Diam!? - an openly queer punk band in Malaysia. Together with his bandmates Yon and Yoyo, they use their music to fight for LGBTQI+ rights in a country where freedom of expression and human rig...Family Film/ Early Man (PG)
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 22 - Saturday 29 August 2026
A plucky cave man named Dug, his sidekick Hognob and the rest of their tribe face a grave threat to their simple existence. Lord Nooth plans to take over their land and transform it into a giant mine, forcing Dug and his clan to dig for pr...I Want Your Sex (CTBA)
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 22 August 2026
When fresh-faced Elliot lands an exciting job for renowned artist, icon and provocateur Erika Tracy, his fantasies come true after Erika taps him to become her sexual muse. But Elliot soon finds himself out of his depth as Erika takes him ...Low Rider (18)
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 22 August 2026
Quinn, a sexually confident young woman of dual heritage ancestry, struggles to find her footing in London after her mother?s death.?On impulse, she decides to travel to South Africa in search of her estranged father after uncovering an ol...Stop That Train (CTBA) + event
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 22 August 2026
Event/ This special community screening will feature in-screen performances. Best friends Tess and DeeDee are train stewardesses who trade their dreary shifts on the Stank Rail for the glitzy Glamazonian Express. When a catastrophic ?Storm...Aks: Trans Stories Across South Asia (18) + recorded discussion
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 23 August 2026
Event/ This screening will be followed by a recorded discussion with transgender actress and activist Alina Khan, reflecting on the struggles, resilience, and rights of South Asian transgender communities.?Aks International Minorities Fest...Bouchra (CTBA)
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 23 August 2026
Bouchra, a queer Moroccan coyote living in NYC, is wrestling with writer?s block for her first film.?As she begins a series of difficult yet long overdue phone calls with her mother, Aicha, in Casablanca, forgotten memories begin to resurf...Maddie's Secret (18) + recorded intro
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 23 August 2026
Event/ This screening will be preceded by a special recorded introduction from filmmaker John Early.A beautiful food influencer?s perfect life unravels when her rising fame awakens an adolescent struggle with an eating disorder.?From Searc...Rivals: Behind the Drama (18)
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 25 August 2026
Step inside the tantalising, scandalous and fiercely competitive world of Rivals - brought to life by Disney+ and Happy Prince, and adapted from the beloved Dame Jilly Cooper's best-selling novel. ?Join cast members Gary Lamont and Hubert ...Barbara Forever (18) + recorded Q&A
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 26 August 2026
Event/ This screening will be followed by a recorded Q&A with filmmaker Brydie O?Connor.?Barbara Forever is an expansive, immersive exploration of the life, work, and ongoing cultural impact of filmmaker Barbara Hammer ? a pioneering artis...PROTEST Condensation Short Film Premiere (18)
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 26 August 2026
This one-off gala event marks the culmination of PROTEST! ? Documenting Dissent, IAP:MCR?s two-year National Lottery Heritage Fund-supported project exploring Manchester?s queer protest history and the long shadow of Section 28. ?Using Man...The House of Pantha Ferocious Cabaret
Theatre 2
Thursday 27 August 2026
The House of Pantha presents Ferocious Cabaret! A fierce pre-Pride celebration showcasing the incredible talent of Manchester's queer cabaret scene. Featuring artists from the House of Pantha Act Development Course alongside acclaimed indu...Chatlines (18) + Q&A
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 27 August 2026
Event/ This screening will be followed by a Q&A with the filmmaking team. In 2027, terminally ill Jordan logs into a webcam chatroom and meets Danny, a stranger who swears it's 2005. As an impossible connection deepens, Chatlines blends my...Hunky Jesus (18) + discussion
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 27 August 2026
Event/ This screening will be followed by a local community panel discussion about the Manchester chapter of The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. Hunky Jesus explores the legacy of the San Francisco chapter of the Sisters of Perpetual Indu...The Schitt's Show - A Drag Celebration of Schitt's Creek
Theatre 1
Friday 28 August 2026
A drag tribute to the classic sitcom. It's been 10 years since the Rose empire crumbled and our favourite well-to-do family were forced to become small-town simpletons... Over the following 5 years the people of Schitt's Creek carved a pla...
Public Tour with Phoebe Foxtrot
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 2 September 2026
A tour of Manchester Open with Phoebe FoxtrotJoin us in HOME's Main Gallery for an exclusive tour of this year?s Manchester Open with Phoebe Foxtrot. Phoebe Foxtrot is a passionate community artist, dedicated Craftivist, and an all-round c...Mothers Who Make
Event Space
Tuesday 8 September - Monday 14 December 2026
A peer support group and creative exchange session for mothers who are artists - professional and/or passionate - writers, painters, actors, dancers, filmmakers, photographers... every kind of maker welcome, and every kind of mother. The s...At Sea
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 12 September 2026
Theatre for young audiences at its finest!A Fantastical Puppet Adventure for All! At Sea is an uplifting tale of a sailor?s triumph over darkness; non-verbal, with stunning projections and original music. A life-affirming family show for a...IRON
Theatre 2
Tuesday 15 - Saturday 19 September 2026
A gripping play from one of Scotland's most celebrated playwrights. Real-life mother and daughter Christine Mackie (Dr Gaddas in Coronation Street/Daphne Bryant in Downton Abbey) and Lois Mackie (Finding Emily/Coronation St/Elysium Theatre...Tom Read Wilson
Theatre 1
Thursday 17 September 2026
Songs, sonnets and stories from television presenter, author, actor, and singer Tom Read Wilson. The A - Z of Me is an irreverent, whistle-stop tour of the alphabet. The alphabet reveals the revue - and Tom - letter by letter, word by wor...It's Nice Up North - 20th Anniversary + Q&A (U)
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 17 September 2026
RBM presents a special 20th anniversary celebration of Graham Fellows? much-loved comedy documentary, It?s Nice Up North. This special event is also presented as a tribute to the late Martin Parr, the celebrated photographer who served as ...Gallifrey Cabaret
Theatre 2
Friday 18 September 2026
Jump aboard the queerest TARDIS in time and space for a night of cosmic drag and cabaret, all inspired by the greatest TV show in the universe - Doctor Who. Following sell-out shows across the UK, the LGBTQ+ARDIS is materialising once agai...Harlan Coben
Theatre 1
Monday 21 September 2026
Join one of the world's most successful writers for an unforgettable evening of insight and inspiration. Harlan Coben will take you behind the scenes of his new book, Plot Twist - sharing the experiences that have shaped his career. Â With...National Theatre Live - The Misanthrope (15)
Cinemas
Tuesday 22 - Saturday 26 September 2026
 Award-winner Sandra Oh (Killing Eve) plays the title role in this razor-sharp reimagining of Moliere's classic dark comedy. Telling the truth isn't always that simple. Alice, a brilliant novelist, despises the carefully constructed lie...Mrs Dalloway
Theatre 1
Thursday 24 - Saturday 26 September 2026
The must-see adaptation of Virginia Woolf's masterpiece novel. The immersive new stage version of Woolf's classic novel has been co-created by award-winning director Jen Heyes and Olivier Award-winning writer and performer Kit Green who al...BULL
Theatre 2
Thursday 24 - Saturday 26 September 2026
Deafinitely Theatre's second adaptation of a play by Mike Bartlett, following the critically acclaimed and sold-out production of Contractions in 2017 which won the Off West End award for Best Production. Bull is presented in the company's...Othello
Theatre 1
Tuesday 29 September - 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 parano...Michael Spicer
Theatre 2
Thursday 1 October 2026
Michael Spicer, the online sensation who brought you the award-winning viral hit The Room Next Door, brings another hilarious and brilliantly entertaining satirical stage show packed with sketches, short films and stories about why we're w...RUM
HOME, Manchester
Friday 2 - Saturday 3 October 2026
Written & Performed by Joe Mallalieu, RUM is a darkly humorous and powerful new award-winning play that wrestles with masculinity, mental health and addiction in the trade. Meet Danny, plastering since he was a kid, he's not scared o...Christopher Hall
Theatre 2
Saturday 10 October 2026
Showman, Jester, Attention Chaser, come with Chris on the ultimate hometown holiday night out. Â From your 1.5 star hotel, he'll give you a hilariously fun soiree and have you tucked up back in bed at a sensible time. Christopher Hall, onc...
Rich Hall
Theatre 1
Monday 12 October 2026
 Fresh on the heels of his critically acclaimed memoirs, Nailing It, and 2024 tour Shot From Cannons, Montana's transatlantic messenger returns with new rants, knife-edge observations, thrilling musical interludes and an ever-formidable ...Team Viking
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 15 - Saturday 17 October 2026
A comic ode to death, friendship, and the absurdity of life. Ten years ago, my best friend Tom was diagnosed with heart cancer and given three months to live. His last wish was to have a full Viking burial. So I gave him one. Team Viking t...Daniel Foxx
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 21 October 2026
Daniel was determined to handle his Big Breakup with the grace of Julia Roberts. He didn't. Join him as he navigates dating in your 30s, Le Creuset addiction and 12-step skincare routines, all while trying very hard to emanate love and lig...The Umbilical Brothers
Theatre 1
Thursday 22 October 2026
 Do you love staring at screens? Are you staring at a screen right now? You should get out more.  Specifically to a show that has an enormous screen smack-bang in the middle of it. The Umbilicals take the energy of live performance an...House of Comedy
Theatre 2
Friday 23 October 2026
For one night only, enjoy a lineup of budding stars making waves in the comedy scene alongside nationally celebrated headline acts. House of Comedy night welcomes everyone, from die-hard comedy fans to those just looking for a last-minute ...The Littlest Yak
Theatre 1
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...Bright Places
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 29 - Saturday 31 October 2026
A three-woman, one-woman show about Multiple SclerosisI was 23 when it came crashing into my life; without warning, when everything was going so well, just when I was really, really happy?A three-woman, one-woman show about Multiple Sclero...Maisie Adam
Theatre 1
Saturday 31 October 2026
Straight off the back of Taskmaster, A League Of Their Own, and Last One Laughing, Maisie Adam is back with her brand new show Whatsherface. Join the "tall, chaotic one with the weird hair"* as she returns with her trademark wit, fire...Fences
Theatre 1
Tuesday 3 - Saturday 7 November 2026
August Wilson's landmark play set in the 1950s, returns in a vital new production directed by the award-winning Daniel Bailey (Red Pitch, West End). From one of America's most influential 20th century writers, this is a story of ambition f...Royal Ballet/ Manon (CTBA)
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 3 November 2026
In the seedy underbelly of 18th-century Paris, money is king. Nothing is sacred ? even love itself can be bought for the right price. A native of this hedonistic underworld, Manon is caught between twin desires when she falls in love with ...Deepest Fears
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 4 - Friday 6 November 2026
Dare you face your deepest fears?Two classic tales of terror ? live on stage!Horrifying spectres, restless souls, and evil secrets that refuse to stay buried are brought to life in this spine-chilling show. Join the mysterious Storyteller ...
P1 With Matt and Tommy
HOME, Manchester
Saturday 14 November 2026
Matt Gallagher and Tommy Bellingham are two diehard F1 fans dedicated to bringing audiences around the world all of the latest news, reactions, opinions and predictions from Formula 1 racing. From every Ferrari strategy blunder to spicy of...Royal Opera/ Carmen (CTBA)
HOME, Manchester
Tuesday 17 November 2026
Under the oppressive heat of the Spanish sun, the fiercely independent Carmen attracts the attention of Don Jos?. She warns him not to fall in love with her, but his obsession knows no bounds. Damiano Michieletto?s searing production retur...Flo & Joan
Theatre 1
Thursday 19 November 2026
The time has come for critically acclaimed musical comedy duo Flo & Joan to write another bio as they make their highly anticipated return to the stage with a brand-new show. "Gosh, they are almost like a real band" (Bruce Dessau, Beyond a...
FAMEHUNGRY
HOME, Manchester
Thursday 19 - Friday 20 November 2026
Theatre redefined for the brat generationLouise Orwin has read the writing on the wall. Performance art is dead. (Maybe.)Hoping to revive a generation?s faith in the live arts, Louise Orwin ? the multiple award-winning, London-based cult p...The Sorcerer's Apprentice
Theatre 1
Friday 27 November 2026 - Saturday 2 January 2027
A magical musical treat for the whole family! Against the backdrop of the Northern Lights, a small town has been pushed to the brink of collapse in a bid for progress and prosperity. To rescue Midgard from certain destruction, the sorcerer...School Study Sessions 2026/27
HOME, Manchester
Wednesday 2 December 2026
Bring your students along to HOME for a fun, interactive day of learning outside of the classroom. Each study session includes a study pack provided by HOME, a film screening and a study session with a lecturer.?Due to popularity, we have ...A Christmas Carol (by The Book of Darkness & Light)
Theatre 2
Wednesday 9 - Saturday 12 December 2026
The Book of Darkness & Light Theatre Company present their ghostly adaption of this most beloved festive classic. Join Ebenezer Scrooge on a supernatural journey into the past, present and yet-to-come. The chilly atmosphere of Victorian Lo...Royal Ballet/ The Nutcracker (CTBA)
HOME, Manchester
Sunday 13 December 2026
At a cosy Christmas party, young Clara meets the mysterious magician Drosselmeyer, who gives her a nutcracker doll. When the guests have departed and the house is asleep, Clara sneaks downstairs in search of the doll. Instead, she finds Dr...How to get to HOME, Manchester
HOME Frequently Asked Questions
2 Tony Wilson Place, Manchester, M15 4FN
There are number of car parks close to Home Manchester. The closest car park is Q-Park First Street.
If you pre-book online, use code HOMEMCR25 to receive a discount of 25%.
The nearest train stations are Deansgate (approximately a 6 minute walk) and Oxford Road (approximately a 9 minute walk).
The nearest tram stop is St Peter's Square (approximately a 4 minute walk) or Deansgate Castlefield (approximately a 6 minute walk).
Theatre 1 has a seating capacity of 500. Theatre 2 has a capacity of 150.
Please contact Home directly. Click here for further details.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from Home, their box office opening hours are 12.00 - 20.00. Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
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