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
Film: Little Shop of Horrors (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 24 July 2026
Seymour, a shy young man working for a tyrannical florist, finds a vehicle for private and public success in the form of a maneating plant from outer space. The carnivorous shrub helps him to become a celebrity, gets rid of his boss and cle...Film: Pride (Cert 15)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 25 July 2026
Realising that they share common foes in Margaret Thatcher, the police and the conservative press, London-based gays and lesbians lend their support to striking coal miners in 1984 Wales. Starring Bill Nighy, Imelda Staunton, Dominic West,...Pyramid Concert Orchestra - Best Of British
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 26 July 2026
The Pyramid Concert Orchestra's July light music concert will feature the 'Best of British', including:Edward Elgar - Pomp & Circumstance March No.4Eric Coates - Three Elizabeths SuiteRalph Vaughan Williams - Fantasia on GreensleevesArthur ...Behind The Scenes Tour - July 2026
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 29 July 2026
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport?s magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre. Many of the greatest stage and screen stars of yesteryear an...Secrets of The Simpsons - Stories and Scandals from Springfield. An Evening with Mike Reiss
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 29 July 2026
Comedy producer Mike Reiss has written scripts for countless episodes of The Simpsons and many other American television shows and movies. ?Entertainment Weekly? called Season 4 of The Simpsons ?the greatest season of the greatest show in...Film: Cinema Paradiso (Cert 12A)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 30 July 2026
This multi award-winning homage to the love of cinema tells the story of Salvatore, now a successful film director, returning home for the funeral of Alfredo, his old friend who was projectionist at the local cinema throughout his childhood...Wuthering Heights (15)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 31 July 2026
A bold and original imagining of one of the greatest love stories of all time, Emerald Fennell's Wuthering Heights stars Margot Robbie as Cathy and Jacob Elordi as Heathcliff, whose forbidden passion for one another turns from romantic to i...Fireman Sam Live - The Lost Pirate Treasure
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 1 August 2026
Brand New for 2026.   Norman Price is determined to win the Pontypandy Treasure Hunt, but when he discovers clues to a real pirate treasure, he goes exploring deep into the caves. It's up to Fireman Sam, Elvis and Ellie to save the day a...The Green Room At The Plaza: Everything Stops For Showbiz Tea
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 2 August 2026
As we enjoy the heady Summer Months join us for our fundraising ?Everything Stops? event with proceeds supporting the ongoing Maintenance and Restoration Appeal for your much loved Stockport Plaza as we serve up a delightful afternoon tea o...The Green Room At The Plaza: Lakshmi Hariprasad
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 15 August 2026
Lakshmi began learning to play acoustic guitar in the spring of 2020, fulfilling a lifelong dream. Within 18 months she had written and performed her first original song on the Stockport open mic night circuit. She has since written more or...Film: Red Dust (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 3 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....The Bon Jovi Experience
Main Auditorium
Friday 4 September 2026
The Bon Jovi Experience are the world's first and unquestionably finest tribute to the great Bon Jovi. They are the only tribute to have been featured on the band's official website, not to mention being the only tribute to have been reques...Symphonix Orchestra - Symphonix Bocelli
Main Auditorium
Saturday 5 September 2026
Symphonix Bocelli is an emotional musical experience celebrating the extraordinary life and music of Andrea Bocelli, the world-renowned tenor whose voice transcended borders and whose story defied the odds. From his early years in Tuscany ...Film: The Goonies (Cert 12)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 6 September 2026
From the imagination of Steven Spielberg, The Goonies plunges a band of small heroes into a swashbuckling surprise-around-every corner quest beyond their wildest dreams! Starring Sean Astin, Josh Brolin and Jeff Cohen. Images courtesy of ...Spike Milligan's and Ronnie Barker's The Phantom Raspberry Blower Of Old London Town
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 8 September 2026
THE PHANTOM RASPBERRY BLOWER OF OLD LONDON TOWNWritten by Spike Milligan and Ronnie BarkerAdapted by John HewerSomething is rotten in Old London Town?In Victorian England, a rotten, raspberry blower is claiming the lives of the upper-classe...
Martin Kemp (Spandau Ballet) - Back To The 80s DJ Set
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 10 September 2026
The hottest 80s club night is coming to town as actor, TV personality and star of Spandau Ballet Martin Kemp will be spinning the biggest and best hits of that decade for what promises to be a pure 'Gold' night! ...Fastlove - A Tribute to George Michael
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 11 September 2026
Few shows have reached the dizzy heights of Fastlove, touring worldwide, selling over 500,000 tickets. Join us for one very special night as we celebrate the late great George Michael. Make new memories whilst reliving old classics - this o...I Like It - The Ultimate Tribute To Gerry Marsden and The Swingin' Sixties
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 12 September 2026
Performed by Gary Murphy and his multi-talented band. This swingin? 60s show features hit songs by Gerry & The Pacemakers, The Beatles, The Searchers, Cliff & The Shadows, Elvis Presley, Ike & Tina Turner, Dusty Springfield, The Merseybeats...Andy Powell's Monday Matinee Cabaret Show
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Monday 21 September 2026
Andy Powell returns with another sell-out extravaganza of variety and live entertainment from some of the UK?s finest performers. Hosted by legendary comedian Justin Moorhouse with special guest (from The Voice) David Kidd performing his ac...Behind The Scenes Tour- September 2026
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 23 September 2026
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport?s magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre. Many of the greatest stage and screen stars of yesteryear an...The Dusty Show - A Celebration of Dusty Springfield
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 24 September 2026
Welcome to The Dusty Show, The celebration of a true British pop icon. An unforgettable evening of wall-to-wall hits and classics spanning the success of Dusty Springfield's life and music. Singer Louise Ann Masters takes you on a journey t...An Evening Of Burlesque Cabaret (Adults Only)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 25 September 2026
A Glorious Night of Glamour, Laughter and Feel-Good Fun. Roll up, roll up... the UK?s longest-running burlesque show is back touring the nation with a thrilling new twist! Presenting An Evening of Burlesque Cabaret ? a dazzling celebration...Barry Steele's The Roy Orbison Story
Main Auditorium
Saturday 26 September 2026
Barry Steele is widely recognised as one of the world's leading vocalists playing homage to legend Roy Orbison. He has stunned audiences across the globe with his uncanny similarity and ability to authentically revive the exquisite toe-tapp...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 Carpen...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 ...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 musicianship...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 fro...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 Cal...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 f...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 trans...
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-r...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 (The...Francis Rossi: Songbook - Quo: Past Present Future
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Monday 12 October 2026
Francis presents his own hand-picked selections from the Status Quo catalogue, including classics, deep cuts and a brand-new medley. Alongside the music, audiences will hear personal commentary and insights from the man himself ? making thi...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 seat...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 nurs...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 greates...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 Bjorn Ulvaeus and the timeless...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 crescen...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' an...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 invi...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
 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 a...Banff Mountain Film Festival
Cinema
Saturday 31 October 2026
 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 a...
The Forbidden Realm Of Conspirancies: Uncovered
Main Auditorium
Tuesday 3 November 2026
What if everything you've been told is a lie?  The Forbidden Realm of Conspiracies: Uncovered invites you to explore a world where theories that challenge everything you know are brought to life in a way you've never experienced before...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 with...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 star...Crown Ballet® presents The Nutcracker
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 10 November 2026
The beloved Christmas classic returns! After last year?s acclaimed tour, Crown Ballet? brings back its dazzling production of The Nutcracker, Tchaikovsky?s timeless masterpiece. Follow young Marie as her Nutcracker doll transforms into a p...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...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). Con...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 a...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 al...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 Ch...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 cho...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 cho...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 cho...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 cho...
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
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Stockport Plaza, Stockport
