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
Clinton Baptiste
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 22 May 2026
Hot on the heels of his fourth sell-out UK tour, the nation's favourite clairvoyant medium, from Peter Kay's 'Phoenix Nights', Clinton Baptiste is back with a new live show for 2026 and beyond! In a rudderless world, mankind needs an envoy ...Copacabana Magic - The Barry Manilow Tribute Show
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 23 May 2026
The worlds premier show chronicling the story of one of the greatest showmen of all time, the legendary Barry Manilow. Experience all the classic hits from his amazing career culminating in over 85 million record sales. This stunning concer...The Sooty Show
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 24 May 2026
Sooty heads into town in a spectacular new show to delight the whole family! Joining the nation's favourite bear will be the legendary Sweep and Soo.   Sooty's guests include favourites Butch, Ramsbottom and Scampi . Completing the crew ...Izzy Wizzy Let's Get Busy - It's The Sooty Show
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 24 May 2026
Izzy Wizzy Let's Get Busy!Join Sooty, Sweep, Soo and friends in their spectacular new show. There?s guaranteed giggles for the whole family!Joining the fun will be the Greatest Showman - Michael Jordan, Singer - Miss Kazia and Mr Brown the ...Let Me Entertain You - A Tribute To Robbie Williams
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 29 May 2026
Let Me Entertain You - A Tribute To Robbie Williams is a brand-new unforgettable concert show celebrating the music and energy of the UK's biggest selling artist of the 90s: Robbie Williams. Featuring songs such as Angels, Let Me Entertain ...The Jungle Book
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 30 May 2026
Swing into the jungle this spring and join Mowgli and friends Baloo the bear, Bagheera the panther, a gang of mischievous monkeys lead by King Louie in this enchanting new musical adaptation of Rudyard Kipling?s much-loved classic.  Altho...Dear Evan Hansen
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 3 - Saturday 6 June 2026
"The most vital and important musical of a generation" (Daily Mail) with "a raw, relevant and exhilarating score" (BBC Radio London) from the songwriters of The Greatest Showman and La La Land. A letter that was never meant to be seen, a li...Chuckl. Stockport with Special Guest Headliner
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 7 June 2026
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live comedy at Stockport Plaza, Stockport. We have an extra special guest headlining this show, so make sure you book your tickets early. Tickets will sell out once announced. Previous headliners her...Fundraising Murder Mystery - Yell BINGO....For Murder
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 9 - Thursday 11 June 2026
Fundraising Murder Mystery ? Yell BINGO?. for Murder!The Plaza?s very own ?Plaza Players? are back with another fundraising Murder Mystery event that will be?. deadly!Eyes down for a Full House back to 1969 as the staff at the Plaza Bingo H...Sing-a-Long-a WICKED (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 13 June 2026
Defy Gravity at Sing-a-Long-a Wicked?. From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music, Grease, Rocky Horror & The Greatest Showman the smash hit film musical with lyrics on screen that everyone can?t stop singing. Cheer, boo and hiss as ...Film: The Dam Busters (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 14 June 2026
Based on a true story, Michael Anderson?s 1954 drama captures the tension and bravery of an audacious raid on the centre of Nazi Germany?s industrial complex, and the quintessentially English combination of inventiveness and dogged determin...Film: Hamnet (Cert 12A)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 18 June 2026
From Academy Award winning writer/director Chloe Zhao, HAMNET tells the powerful story of love and loss that inspired the creation of Shakespeare?s timeless masterpiece, Hamlet. 1580 England, Impoverished Latin tutor William Shakespeare me...Forbidden Nights
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 19 June 2026
Having made their debut on Britain's Got Talent in 2015 and played to packed houses since then, the Forbidden Nights boys are still in high demand at theatres all over the country with an even bigger and hotter tour for 2023. Yes ladies, "C...The Gasps and Giggles Show
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 20 June 2026
The BIG show for LITTLE people! A show jam-packed with amazing magic, laugh-out-loud comedy, and crazy circus skills. Hosted by the master of magic, Darren Mac, and the maker of mischief, Andy Floss! Also featuring special guest circus per...Wallace & Gromit with Live Brass Band
Main Auditorium
Sunday 21 June 2026
 One of the UK's finest ensembles, The WFEL Band of Stockport have teamed up with Aardman to bring you Wallace & Gromit: The Wrong Trousers - but as you've never heard it before. To mark 30 years since the film premiered, the WFEL Fairey ...
CERI DUPREE: Frock With Laughter
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 26 June 2026
Ceri Dupree is the UK?s leading Female Impersonator, with his jaw-dropping LIVE impressions of the world?s most iconic females from the silver screen in Hollywood and the bright lights of Broadway to the modern day world of pop.?DUPREE STOR...Here We Go Again - Tribute to Mamma Mia! The Musical
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 27 June 2026
Atomic Kitten's Kerry Katona stars in the greatest party tribute to Mamma Mia! The Musical! We're sending out an S.O.S. to anyone who might Have a Dream of a great night out... so grab your platform boots and sequined jump-suits and j...Kerry Katona stars in Abba Mia
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 27 June 2026
KERRY KATONA stars in ?ABBA MIA? - The greatest party in the West End comes to you with the UK?s No.1 tribute to Mamma Mia! The Musical!We?re sending out an SOS to anyone who might HAVE A DREAM of a great night out? So grab your platform bo...Film: Rebel Without A Cause (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 28 June 2026
Nicholas Ray?s juvenile-delinquent film (originally a vehicle for Marlon Brando) opened after the death of its star James Dean in a car crash and made Dean into an icon of rebellion. The storyline takes place over a 24-hour period and foll...SilhouetteBand
Main Auditorium
Wednesday 1 July 2026
Silhouette is not defined as a 'band with a sound' - for each song introduces a completely new timbre to the programme. Listening to the great songs of the decade can certainly pull at the heart strings - but hearing them with orchestration...Film: The Lavender Hill Mob (Cert U)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 2 July 2026
A meek bank clerk who oversees the shipment of bullion joins with an eccentric neighbour to steal gold bars and smuggle them out of the country as miniature Eiffel Towers. Starring Alec Guinness, Stanley Holloway and Sid James. Images cou...National Theatre Live - Playboy of the Western World
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 3 July 2026
Nicola Coughlan (Bridgerton) joins Eanna Hardwicke (The Sixth Commandment) and Siobhan McSweeney (Derry Girls) in John Millington Synge's riveting play of youth and self-discovery. Pegeen Flaherty's life is turned upside down when a young m...Roy Chubby Brown
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 4 July 2026
Roy Chubby Brown's rude, crude and rip-roaring brand of comedy is world renowned. Performing his own unique style of stand-up since the 190s, Chubby's belly-busting banter has never held back from sharing his outlandish views on news, wome...The Simon & Garfunkel Story
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 5 July 2026
Few shows have experienced the phenomenal global success of The Simon & Garfunkel Story, with multiple sold-out shows in over 50-countries worldwide and over 20 headline performances in London's West End, including multiple appearances at t...Wickedly Ariana
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 10 July 2026
A spectacular theatre production starring and produced by Hariana, the UK?s leading Ariana Grande tribute. Join us as we take you on a magical journey through the best of Ariana?s brand-new album, including her timeless hits plus all the fa...Dr. Jazz and the Cheshire Cats Swingin' At The Movies
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Saturday 11 July 2026
Swingin? at the MoviesJoin Dr Jazz and the Cheshire Cats big band for an evening of movie magic as we head back to the heyday of the Plaza with themes and songs made famous on the silver screen. Including classics from the Cotton Club, Jame...Film: The Entertainer (Cert PG)
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 16 July 2026
Archie Rice is a small-time vaudevillian living in the shadow of his father, a celebrated music-hall legend. Refusing to face his own limitations, he tries desperately for his moment in the spotlight, nursing his humiliation in trysts with ...Rhythm of the Dance
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Friday 17 July 2026
Rhythm of the Dance has brought audiences around the world to their feet for over two decades and is returning with a brand new production. Rooted in Ireland's rich culture and heritage, Rhythm of the Dance takes a different perspective on ...That Night In Manchester
Main Auditorium
Saturday 18 July 2026
That Night in Manchester is a brand new musical regaling the audience with a nostalgic and emotional journey through the heady days of the 80s and 90s Manchester indie scene. The audience will be taken back to the vibrant and exhilarating ...
'Fun for littles ones' - A Tribute to Ms Rachel
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Sunday 19 July 2026
Fun For Kids. Fun For Parents! The UK?s Premier tribute to Global Phenomenon? ?Ms Rachel?. Bringing her character to life in a fun LIVE show! With over 5 Billion Views and over 8 million subscribers on YouTube ?Ms Rachel? is the biggest vi...Remember When - 20th Anniversary Special
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Tuesday 21 July 2026
Neil Sands Presents: REMEMBER WHEN ? 20th Anniversary Special! From The Masters of Matinee NostalgiaStep back in time with Neil Sands and his wonderful West End cast as they celebrate an incredible 20 record-breaking years of the nation?s ...National Theatre Live - Les Liaisons Dangereuses
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Thursday 23 July 2026
Marianne Elliott directs Lesley Manville and Aidan Turner in a striking new adaptation of Choderlos de Laclos' classic novel. A thrilling game of love, lies and social warfare. Among the glittering salons of the super-rich, patriarchy equal...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...Ovation Presents: An Evening With Mike Reiss
Stockport Plaza, Stockport
Wednesday 29 July 2026
Secrets, scandals and stories from The Simpsons. And?just how do The Simpsons manage to predict the future? American comedy scriptwriter Mike Reiss has won four Emmys during his thirty-six years as a writer and producer of The Simpsons. ...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...Film: Wuthering Heights (Cert 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...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...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 - 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...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...
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!
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Stockport Plaza, Stockport
