WHAT'S ON AT Z-ARTS, MANCHESTER
What's On at Z-arts, Manchester
Z-arts in Hulme, Manchester is the only arts centre in the UK dedicated to offering best-practice in creative provision for children and families, with a leadership role in networks including Big Imaginations, MADE, and Family Arts Campaign. Opening their doors in 2000 in the former Zion building, their 230 seat theatre hosts shows, productions, events and premiers for different ages each season, including international touring theatre shows.
Z-arts also homes a studio theatre, a recording studio, music space, dance studio, and offers numerous dance, drama, and arts & crafts classes, workshops, and activities. They offer numerous outreach programmes with local communities and educational establishments.
Be entertained and inspired at Z-arts with plays, comedy, dance, and musicals to look forward to and the immersive experiences such as The Family Escape room - The Library Of Enchantment, Adventures In Wonderland, The Smeds And The Smoos, and Fame The Musical. See what’s on at Z-arts below and book tickets online.
Z-arts in Hulme, Manchester is the only arts centre in the UK dedicated to offering best-practice in creative provision for children and families, with a leadership role in networks including Big Imaginations, MADE, and Family Arts Campaign. Opening their doors in 2000 in the former Zion building, their 230 seat theatre hosts shows, productions, events and premiers for different ages each season, including international touring theatre shows.
Z-arts also homes a studio theatre, a recording studio, music space, dance studio, and offers numerous dance, drama, and arts & crafts classes, workshops, and activities. They offer numerous outreach programmes with local communities and educational establishments.
Be entertained and inspired at Z-arts with plays, comedy, dance, and musicals to look forward to and the immersive experiences such as The Family Escape room - The Library Of Enchantment, Adventures In Wonderland, The Smeds And The Smoos, and Fame The Musical. See what’s on at Z-arts below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at Z-arts, Manchester
What's On at Z-arts, Manchester
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr
Z-arts, Manchester
Friday 29 - Saturday 30 August 2025
Manchester Musical Youth present the timeless classic, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr?An eccentric inventor, Caractacus Potts sets about restoring an old race car from a scrap heap with the help of his children Jeremy and Jemima. They soon disc...Lip Sync Brawl
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 6 September 2025
?Lip Sync Brawl Brings glam, grit & glitter to the stage in a high-octane drag showdown for all ages!Ghetto Fabulous?is proud to present Lip Sync Brawl?? a turbo-charged, crowd-powered performance where dazzling drag meets the electric ener...You Are The Sun
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 20 September 2025
HurlyBurly Theatre presents You are the Sun, a folk inspired opera for babies and grown-ups that explores the magic of nature. Combining the joy of gentle classical singing and sensory play, it is an invitation to see beauty in the smallest...Grandad Anansi
Z-arts, Manchester
Thursday 2 - Sunday 5 October 2025
Abi and her Grandad tell each other Anansi folktales. They play games as they work together in the garden among the beautiful flowers and tasty vegetables. As they plant memories, they share secrets and develop a bond that nothing can break...Finding Nemo Jr
Z-arts, Manchester
Friday 10 - Saturday 11 October 2025
Manchester Musical Youth present The Disney Pixar favourite, Finding Nemo Jr?Marlin, an anxious and over-protective clownfish, lives in the Great Barrier Reef with his kid Nemo, who longs to explore the world beyond their anemone home. But ...Club Ninja
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 18 October 2025
Sneak, creep and slinkTiptoeing through the shadows as fast as light this master of disguise stealthily creeps on a mission only they know. Jump, kick and twistThe Ninja appears and vanishes before your eyes ? can you catch a glimpse?Join u...Cinderella Ice Cream Seller
Z-arts, Manchester
Wednesday 29 October 2025
Get your dessert spoons ready for a tale of perseverance, princes, palace balls, glass slippers and, um, ice cream?Over the last four decades, Cinderella?s has become the kingdom?s most beloved ice cream company, with a parlour on every str...Rockin Rhinos - The Big Birthday Bash
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 1 November 2025
A very special gig to celebrate Z-arts? 25th Birthday!Join Z-arts favourites, Rockin? Rhinos, for a gig that grown-ups will love as much as the kiddlies. Rock, ska, rap & punk ? dancing shoes a must!John Cooper Cat and the other Rockin? Rhi...Hare and Tortoise
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 15 November 2025
Tutti Frutti Productions brings you this much-loved story brimming with fun, live music, unforgettable songs, and delightful characters, who learn that slow and steady wins the race. Two unlikely friends, the Hare and the Tortoise, meet for...The Three Bears
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 29 November 2025
A hilarious fairy tale remix!Get ready for giggles galore in this wild, high-energy adventure. Perfect for all ages, this show celebrates love, laughter and the beauty of families of all shape and sizes. The Three Bears flips the classic fa...T'was the Gig Before Christmas
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 6 - Sunday 7 December 2025
You?re invited to our secret party, for elves, yourselves, and ALL magical Lapland creatures. We?ll be telling stories through song. There?ll be dancing and prancing, laughter and joy as we spread plenty of festive spirit. But ssshh, don?t ...T'was The Gig Before Christmas - Scouts Takeover
Z-arts, Manchester
Saturday 6 December 2025
You?re invited to our secret party, for elves, yourselves, and ALL magical Lapland creatures. We?ll be telling stories through song. There?ll be dancing and prancing, laughter and joy as we spread plenty of festive spirit. But ssshh, don?t ...The Snowy Day
Z-arts, Manchester
Friday 12 - Tuesday 30 December 2025
A Polka Theatre and Can?t Sit Still co-productionDiscover a world blanketed in wonder in this brand new dance adaptation of ?The Snowy Day?, inspired by the award winning picture book by Ezra Jack Keats. One winter morning, Peter woke up an...How to get to Z-arts, Manchester
Z-arts Frequently Asked Questions
Zion Arts Centre, 335 Stretford Road, Hulme, Manchester, M15 5ZA
There is some on-street parking available near Z-arts (Dearden Street opposite, Ancroft Street round the corner).
There are on street restrictions in place from Mon-Fri 8am-6pm. After 6pm and at the weekend these restrictions are lifted.
Some streets offer 3 hours free parking. Always check the parking signs as they are individual to each street.
Disabled parking bays are available at the front of the venue.
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Oxford Road Station is a 15 minute walk away from Z-arts.
Piccadilly Station is a five minute walk from Piccadilly Gardens bus rank where you can catch one of the regular bus services that will take you to Z-arts.
The nearest tram stations are Deansgate (23 mins walk) or Trafford Bar (22 mins walk).
The capicity of the main theatre in Z-arts is 230.
Please contact Z-arts directly and their team will be able to help you.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from Z-arts Box Office, they open:
Tuesday - Thursday 9am - 6pm
Fridays 9am - 9pm
Saturdays 9am - 6pm
Closed Sun & Mon (unless there is a show on).
Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
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.
You can also contact Z-arts and they will be able to advise you.
Please click here for accessibility information at Z-arts.
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Z-arts lost property will be held at Z-arts for one month. After this it is donated to charity or disposed of. Refillable water bottles are disposed of at the end of every day for hygiene reasons.
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Z-arts have their own Z-Cafe for you to grab a sandwich, coffee and cake.
Alternatively, with loads of great places to eat in Manchester and decent pre-theatre menus, you should check out our Manchester Restaurant site here!
Z-Cafe turns into a licensed bar for grown up events.
Alternatively, Manchester is full of great bars and pubs and some decent ones close to the venue. check out our Manchester Bar site here!
Absolutely! If you are attending a theatre show, you can leave it in the buggy park area if there is limited space in the theatre.
For immersive experiences, there is space within the exhibition to park your buggy, but due to space you cannot take them around the full experience.
If you need further information about your visit Z-Arts, click here to visit their website or contact their team directly.
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Most Popular Shows and Events at Z-arts, Manchester
