What’s on in Greater Manchester:
Your resume of Theatre, Music, and More

Uncover the best of Manchester arts scene with our inclusive platform, your ultimate guide to experiencing the city’s cultural richness. From stellar theatre productions to thrilling music concerts and enchanting dance performances, Manchester boasts a variety of artistic offerings.

Whether you’re in search of mainstream hits or underground gems, Manchester has something to suit your taste. Our curated guide presents upcoming show listings, venue information, and expert perspectives from industry insiders. Immerse yourself in Manchesters cultural abundance and immerse yourself in a tapestry of artistic delights. Explore what’s on in Manchester now and unlock the city’s cultural potential.

UK Pink Floyd Experience

Celebrating 50 Years of Dark Side Of The Moon

Albert Halls Bolton

11 Apr 2025

Celebrating 50 years since the release of their iconic album The Dark Side of The...

Walk Right Back

The Everly Brothers Story

Albert Halls Bolton

2 May 2025

After phenomenal sell out tours, Walk Right Back is…back! From the Producers of That’ll Be the Day

A Country Night In Nashville

Recreating the energy and atmosphere of a buzzing Honky Tonk in downtown Nashville, A Country Night In Nashville takes you on a journey through the history of country music.

The Queen Elizabeth Hall Oldham

23 Nov 2024

Recreating the energy and atmosphere of a buzzing Honky Tonk in downtown Nashville, A Country Night In Nashville takes you on a journey through the history of country music.

The Chicago Blues Brothers – The Cruisin’ For A Bluesin Tour

Join the amazing CBB Band for a hand clapping, foot-stomping, hit parade corker of an evening.

Middleton Arena Rochdale

11 Oct 2024

Join Jake and Elwood, The Sweet Soul Sisters and the amazing CBB Band for a hand clapping, foot-stomping, hit parade corker of an evening.

Most Haunted: The Stage Show

The acclaimed World No.1 paranormal show.

Middleton Arena Rochdale

6 Nov 2024

Matthew Bourne’s magical dance production of Edward Scissorhands has carved a place in the hearts of audiences world-wide since its premiere in 2005.

Ben Elton: Authentic Stupidity Tour

The undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road

The Lowry Manchester

10 Oct 2024

The undisputed godfather of modern stand-up is going back on the road.

Come What May

The Ultimate Tribute To Moulin Rouge And Other Musicals

The Lowry Manchester

12 Oct 2024

Experience a night of pure entertainment as we transport you to the dazzling world of...

Ed Byrne

Tragedy Plus time

The Lowry Manchester

18 Oct 2024

Ed Byrne National Tour

Rambert Dance Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby

The Redemption of Thomas Shelby (second run)

The Lowry Manchester

22 Oct 2024 - 26 Oct 2024

Written and adapted for the stage by Peaky Blinders’ creator Steven Knight, Peaky Blinders: The Redemption of Thomas Shelby is a dance theatre show directed and choreographed by Rambert’s Artistic Director Benoit Swan Pouffer. The production will feature the 20 permanent Rambert dance company on stage, and a live band playing specially commissioned music.

Here You Come Again – The New Dolly Parton Musical

Dolly Parton's biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical comedy.

The Lowry Manchester

29 Oct 2024 - 2 Nov 2024

For the first time ever, all of Dolly Parton's biggest hits can be experienced together in a rollicking and joyous new musical comedy.

Jane McDonald 2024 UK Tour

With All My Love 2024 Tour

The Lowry Manchester

3 Nov 2024

With All My Love Jane McDonald 2024

Midsummer Night’s Dream

Opera North

The Lowry Manchester

13 Nov 2024

Midsummer nights dream

The Magic Flute

Opera North

The Lowry Manchester

15 Nov 2024 - 16 Nov 2024

The Magic Flute is a delight for audiences of all ages. Mozart’s miraculous music mixes popular songs with stirring choruses, arias of heart-melting beauty with dazzling vocal fireworks.

Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake

Returns for its 30th anniversary with a 2024/25 UK tour

The Lowry Manchester

19 Nov 2024 - 30 Nov 2024

Matthew Bourne’s Swan Lake returns for its 30th anniversary with a 2024/25 UK tour.

Ballet Black: Heroes

A double bill of new dance work.

The Lowry Manchester

20 Nov 2024 - 21 Nov 2024

Ballet Black Heroes double bill

Come From Away

The award winning musical that welcomes the world

The Lowry Manchester

3 Dec 2024 - 5 Jan 2025

7,000 Stranded Passengers. One Small Town. A Remarkable True Story.

An Inspector Calls

JB Priestley's brilliantly constructed masterpiece

The Lowry Manchester

7 Jan 2025 - 18 Jan 2025

Stephen Daldry's multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley's classic thriller.

The Girl on the Train

Starring Giovanna Fletcher

The Lowry Manchester

11 Feb 2025 - 15 Feb 2025

Rachel Watson longs for a different life. Starring Giovanna Fletcher.

The Magic Flute

Opera North

The Lowry Manchester

13 Mar 2025 - 14 Mar 2025

The Magic Flute is a delight for audiences of all ages. Mozart’s miraculous music mixes popular songs with stirring choruses, arias of heart-melting beauty with dazzling vocal fireworks.

Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of)

Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award

The Lowry Manchester

18 Mar 2025

Direct from its triumph in the West End where it won the Laurence Olivier Award, Pride and Prejudice* (*sort of) is a unique and audacious retelling of Jane Austen’s most iconic love story.

Julian Clary – A Fistful of Clary

You’ve heard of The Man With No Name? Well, here’s The Man With No Shame.

The Lowry Manchester

1 May 2025

You’ve heard of The Man With No Name? Well, here’s The Man With No Shame.

Derren Brown – Only Human Live

The master of mind control and psychological illusion on tour in 2025.

The Lowry Manchester

2 Sep 2025 - 13 Sep 2025

Prepare to be astonished! The multi award-winning master of mind control and psychological illusion, Derren Brown, on tour 2025.

The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe

Direct from the West End

The Lowry Manchester

3 Dec 2025 - 11 Jan 2026

Direct from London’s West End, The Lion the Witch and the Wardrobe
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