Kevin April 29th, 2024
A city center that fits all your needs, live music at every corner, and a tram that'll whizz you anywhere in minutes - no wonder they call Manchester a mini-London! It was the birthplace of Oasis, The Stone Roses and The Manchester Tart, its university was the first to split the atom in 1917, but more importantly, several of the world's best theatre tours are stopping there in 2024/2025!
The good old days with Britney and Backstreet Boys blasting through your MP3 player - & Juliet takes you back to the noughties with all the sisterhood you could wish for. The Max Martin masterpiece gives us an alternate ending for Juliet in the form of a sparkling new beginning. When Juliet ditches Romeo in favor of the party of the century (because who wouldn't), we get to see what happens when one puts their own needs first, a journey of self-discovery soundtracked to pop giants like Toxic', Roar,', Teenage Dream', Confident' and Baby...One More Time,'.
A Disney classic that's had more adaptations than a Dalmatian has spots! This one is adapted by award-winning playwright Zinnie Harris, with music by Tony and Olivier Award-winner Douglas Hodge. The story revolves around Pongo and Perdita, two Dalmatians who undertake a daring adventure to rescue their kidnapped puppies from the villainous Cruella de Vil, who wants to turn them into a fur coat. Along the way, they enlist the help of other animals for a thrilling journey across England.
A GCSE drama staple, Blood Brothers follows the intertwined lives of twin brothers, Mickey and Edward. Separated at birth, Mickey and Edward grow up in starkly contrasting environments within 1960s Liverpool. While Mickey is raised in a working-class household, Edward enjoys a life of privilege and luxury. Despite their disparate upbringings, fate brings them together at the tender age of seven, where they discover their shared birthday and quickly form an unbreakable bond, while still unaware of their true familial connection.
Penned by the film's original screenwriter Steve Atin, this new stage adaptation of the beloved 2010 film is bringing its glitz and drama to Manchester. Set in a struggling Las Vegas burlesque venue facing threats from developers, Burlesque follows the journey of Ali, a newcomer to Sin City, as she navigates rivalries, romances, and the quest for fame. With Ali's talent at the forefront, can she save the club from closure while pursuing her dreams of stardom?
The real-life inspired Chicago follows Roxie Hart, an aspiring vaudevillian who commits a murder and tries to persuade her timid husband, Amos, to provide a false alibi. Inside Cook County Jail, Roxie encounters her idol, Velma Kelly, a celebrated nightclub performer and double murderess. The plot thickens when both women seek representation from the shrewd and seductive lawyer, Billy Flynn, each vying for the spotlight amidst the glare of newspaper photographers.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is set in the picturesque English countryside and follows the Potts family as they encounter the sinister Baron Bomburst and his bumbling spies, who are determined to get their hands on the marvelous flying machine! With the help of Truly Scrumptious, a lovely local candy maker, Caractacus and his children, Jeremy and Jemima, head on an adventure to save Chitty and outwit the Baron.
Evan Hansen is a socially awkward teenager who finds himself caught in a web of lies after the tragic death of a classmate. When a letter that Evan wrote to himself is misconstrued as the final words of the deceased student, he becomes inadvertently entangled in a narrative of friendship, grief, and the quest for belonging. Winner of multiple Tony Awards, including Best Musical, and a stirring score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul, Dear Evan Hansen is an ode to those amongst us who struggle with social connection.
Danny and Sandy may have had the summer of their lives, but it's time to go back to Rydell High! Set in the 1950s, this beloved musical follows the lives of Danny Zuko and sweet Australian exchange student Sandy Dumbrowski on their journey of teenage romance - and boy are they hopelessly devoted to each other, no matter what the cliques think! Hear all the chart-toppers once again, such as "Summer Nights," "Greased Lightnin'," and "You're the One That I Want," "Grease".
You can't stop the beat of Hairspray on tour! Welcome to the swinging 60s, where this feel-good show follows the spirited teenager Tracy Turnblad as she dreams of becoming a dancer on "The Corny Collins Show" and fighting for integration on the local television program. With the help of her mother, Edna, and her friends, Tracy is on a mission to stand up for what she believes in while finding love along the way.
The Tony and Olivier Award-winning musical is strutting its way to Manchester, inspired by true events and featuring a heartwarming story by Harvey Fierstein and catchy music by pop icon Cyndi Lauper. Charlie Price is a young man who inherits his family's struggling shoe factory in Northampton. Facing bankruptcy and uncertainty about the future, Charlie's life takes an unexpected turn when he meets the fabulous drag queen Lola, who inspires him to reinvent the business by creating stylish, sturdy boots for drag queens.
Created by the legendary Irish dancer Michael Flatley, this electrifying production combines traditional Irish dance with cutting-edge choreography, state-of-the-art technology, and a timeless story of good versus evil. Set in a mystical world where dark forces seek to overthrow light and harmony, "Lord of the Dance" follows the epic journey of the Lord of the Dance as he battles the sinister Dark Lord and his army of minions in a dance-off for the fate of the universe.
When the eccentric, mysterious but ever-so-practically perfect Mary Poppins arrives on Cherry Tree Lane to care for the rowdy Banks children, she introduces them to a world beyond their wildest dreams. With the help of her friend Bert, a charming jack-of-all-trades, Mary Poppins teaches the family the importance of kindness, empathy, and embracing the magic, teaching us that sometimes a spoonful of sugar is all it takes!
It's time to pull that cassette tape collection from the back of the draw and relive the magic of the 80s in this musical that celebrates 40 years of Britain's favorite compilation album. Full of dance-floor fillers and euphoric numbers (such as Better The Devil You Know and China In Your Hand), NOW That's What I Call A Music is fronted by award-winning comedy actress and EastEnders' star Nina Wadia makes her Musical Theatre debut, joined on stage by special guests and 80s pops icons: Sinitta, Sonia, T'Pau's Carol Decker and Jay Osmond!
One of the sassiest stage shows comes to a theatre near you...
With a soundtrack this good, no other West End production can compete!
