Legally BlondeJustice never looked so good! The fabulous Legally Blonde music bends and snaps into a theatre near you as this fantastic production from Curve Leicester heads out on a brand new UK tour! Based on the iconic MGM movie, this '00s nostalgia fest for everyone features music and lyrics by Laurence O'Keefe and Nell Benjamin, and a book by Heather Hach and direction from Nikolai Foster. Follow Elle Woods' journey from sparkly pink popular girl to a kick-ass law student as she discovers she's so much more than the loser boyfriend who dumped her for not being 'serious' enough. Ugh!3 - 14 NovManchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Dirty DancingGrab your high-waisted trousers and get practicing your lifts, Dirty Dancing is back in town! Set in the long hot summer of 1963, it's the classic story of Frances 'Baby' Houseman for whom a family holiday to Kellerman's Holiday Club, and a steamy introduction to dancing will change her whole life. With sizzling romance, sexy moves, and the movie's beloved tunes, this breathtaking musical adaptation will give you the time of your life, all over again.29 Sep - 3 OctManchester Palace TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Jeff Wayne's The War of The WorldsYou've read the book, you've heard the album, and now it's time to experience Jeff Wayne's iconic musical experience, live! Back for 2026, this exciting arena tour brings Wayne's unforgettable version of H.G Well's influential sci-fi novel to you and it's going to be out of this world! Travel through Victorian England as you witness the invasion of the Martians and fight for survival in this all-sensory experience, accompanied by Wayne's captivating prog-rock score.Sun 18 OctO2 Apollo ManchesterMore infoBook Tickets
The MousetrapThe whodunnit that has defined British theatrical history for 70 years -The Mousetrap is coming to you, just make sure you keep its secrets! As the play begins, a terrible blizzard has trapped a number of guests inside a recently opened hotel. The mood goes from bad to worse with the news that a woman has been murdered nearby, and it seems that one of the guests is destined to be the killer's next target...26 - 31 OctManchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
CatsJellicle Cats come one, come all! Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary feline frolic is back in 2026, coming to you on tour! A production full of musical theatre classics, instantly recognisable costumes, and choreography, and bursting with cat-itude, this iconic show is purrfect for newcomers and old-timers.10 - 21 NovManchester Palace TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Candlelight: Best of BridgertonDearest Gentle Reader, the ton is abuzz with the exciting news, the hunt for the Queen's new diamond has been a rousing success, and our good friends at fever are celebrating with a candlelit night of the finest music that society has to offer. Join the esteemed string ensemble as they lead you through the glorious melodies from Netflix and Shondaland's smash hit Bridgerton. After all, why settle for the television show when one can have the live experience?9 - 29 OctHalle St Peter'sPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The Haunting of Hill HouseA new theatrical adaptation of The Haunting of Hill House premieres this autumn, reimagining Shirley Jackson's landmark mystery-horror novel for the stage. The adaptation is by multi-award winning playwright Stef Smith (Roadkill, Float), directed by Martin Constantine, and is produced by Wiltshire Creative and Theatr Clwyd. The work of one of the most influential American writers of the past century, The Haunting of Hill House has spawned TV and film adaptations and continues to shape modern horror and psychological fiction today.27 - 31 OctManchester Palace TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Candlelight: The Best of Joe HisaishiYou may not recognize his name, but you will know his work! As the celebrated composer for some of Studio Ghibli's most enchanting animated movies, Joe Hisaishi is a master of the soundtrack using a fusion of European classical, Japanese traditional, ambient electronic and minimalist music to conjure up the wonderful worlds of My Neighbor Totoro, Spirited Away and more, creating a nostalgic and whimsical sound. Presented by fever, this candlelit concert features a raft of Hisaishi's best works for Ghibli, played by an accomplished string quartet.23 Oct - 26 NovHalle St Peter'sPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The Jury ExperienceBe a part of the jury and decide the course of justice in this unique piece of immersive theatre! Brought to life by a whole host of exceptional performers, The Jury Experience invites you to step into the courtroom and challenge your preconceptions through a dramatic, morally complex case. Are you up to the task? Book now to find out.Showing until 30 Jan 2027The Stoller HallPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Jersey BoysA modern Broadway classic, Jersey Boys ushered in a new era of Jukebox musicals; but few of the shows that followed could match its gritty story, cool characters and dazzling songbook. It tells the story of Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons, four working class guys from the wrong side of the tracks who went on to dominate the American charts in the 1950s and 60s. Put your loving hand out, baby, and don't miss the Jersey Boys!Showing until 19 SepManchester Palace TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Candlelight: Hans Zimmer's Best WorksMeastro of the movies, Hans Zimmer has been responsible for some of the most celebrated film scores of the last few decades. Be it setting the scene in Gotham for Batman to duke it out with his latest foe, zooming into space with Interstellar, or recreating the adventure of the seven seas with the Pirates of the Caribbean, Zimmer has done it all. Don't miss this thrilling concert experience from our friends at fever, presenting some of the composer's greatest hits in an unforgettable candlelit experience.Showing until 19 Feb 2027Manchester CathedralPrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
English National Ballet - Romeo & JulietOriginally created by the acclaimed balletmaster Rudolf Nureyev for Queen Elizabeth II's Silver Jubilee in 1977, this gorgeous production of Romeo & Juliet celebrates its 50th Anniversary in a new revival. With stumptious Renaissance Era costumes, set design, and of course, Sergei Prokofiev's timeless score, enjoy the electrifying drama of literature's greatest story once more as presented by the English National Ballet.21 - 25 OctManchester Palace TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Katherine JenkinsThe starry-eyed singing sensation from Wales, Katherine Jenkins OBE, celebrates a quarter of a century in the music industry with her first national tour in five years! The century's most successful classical artist will perform live the hits from across her back catalogue, including "Jealous of the Angels", "Time To Say Goodbye" and "I Will Always Love You". Don't miss this stellar celebration of a glittering career.Fri 2 OctBridgewater HallMore infoBook Tickets
Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost CityFive years in the making, this breathtaking virtual reality experience transports you back in time to 450 years ago, offering a chance to see the iconic Seventh Wonder of the World at the very height of its power. From its majestic position high in the Andes mountains, discover the intricacies of this enigmatic city at the heart of the Ancient Incan Empire in vivid detail, guided by the expertise of Inca historians and technical engineers who mapped and recreated the site as it was all those years ago. No climbing gear necessary!Showing until 27 SepTransmission HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
John CleeseJoin original Python, comedy legend and somewhat controversial cultural commentator John Cleese as he celebrates 50 years of the groundbreaking comedy troupe's hilarious romp, Monty Python and the Holy Grail, with a special screening and Q&A, where he'll wax lyrical on behind-the-scenes tales and more! Get ready to quote to your heart's content. We are the knights who say...Mon 21 SepManchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Piff and Pop's Magic ShoppeA clashing of comedy and magic for the ages hits the road across the UK, with comedian-magician Piff The Magic Dragon teaming up with magic royalty Penn Gillette of the famous Penne & Teller, for a hilarious and jaw-dropping evening of magic tricks, gags, magic tricks that turn into gags, and vice versa! The first half of the show features solo sets from Penn and Piff, as well as a special performance from the world's only known Chihuahua magician, Mr Piffles. The second half of the show will then see the pair become the new double-act you never knew you needed, blending their talents for a spectacular and side-splitting performance!Thu 17 SepManchester Opera HouseMore infoBook Tickets