Mean GirlsGet in, losers; we're going on tour! Tina Fey brought the Burn Book to the West End in the Summer of 2024, shortly after, a $105 million-grossing movie was made - and it was like, totally fetch! Now the 12-time Tony nominated musical, which features a Book by Fey, music from Jeff Richmond, lyrics from Legally Blonde's Nell Benjamin and direction from Book of Mormon's Casey Nicholaw invites you to join Cady Heron once again as she heads from the wilds of Africa to the wilds of high-school across the UK...this time with songs!Feb 23, 2026 - Mar 7, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Mamma Mia!The ultimate feel-good musical is heading on a brand new UK tour, bringing the sunny climes of Greece to you in 2025! The ABBA-tastic jukebox musical that started it all back in 1999, Mamma Mia! tells the story of single mum Donna and her daughter Sophie as the latter plans a scheme to find out who her real dad is before her wedding. With some of the Swedish pop group's most beloved songs including 'Dancing Queen','I Have A Dream','Super Trouper' and many more to groove to, discover for yourself why Mamma Mia! remains a firm favourite both in the West End and around the world.Mar 3 - 21, 2026Manchester Palace TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Matilda The MusicalRoald Dahl's much-loved classic of an extraordinary child with magical powers has been reigning supreme at the Cambridge Theatre since 2012 and now sets out on a brand new UK tour! Combining the talents of Tim Minchin and the Royal Shakespeare Company, this extraordinary show has won seven Olivier Awards and has captured the hearts of young and old theatergoers alike, making it one of the most sought-after musicals of the last decade.Mar 26, 2026 - Apr 25, 2026Manchester Palace TheatrePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Midsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's DriftMidsomer Murders: The Killings at Badger's Drift comes to the stage for the first time, with a UK tour of the show set to begin in autumn 2025, running through to 2026. Adapted by director Guy Unsworth, this thrilling new production is based on Caroline Graham's Chief Inspector Barnaby series of novels, which inspired the famous ITV show. Casting has yet to be announced, but with an expert creative team of producers Nicholson Green Productions and Colin Ingram Ltd, the show is sure to do more than justice to the beloved detective drama.May 26 - 30, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The BattleIn the summer of 1995, British pop culture hit fever pitch as two musical giants, Blur and Oasis, collided in what became the most notorious chart face-off of the decade. Starring Mathew Horne and directed by Matthew Dunster and co-produced by Melting Pot and Birmingham Rep, The Battle is a new comedy by author John Niven based on that explosive chart battle. Following its premiere in Birmingham, the play hits the road on tour across the UK in 2026.Mar 17 - 21, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Seven Drunken Nights - The Story of The DublinersThe spirit of The Dubliners lives on in this exhilarating show celebrating their music and legacy as Ireland's favorite sons. Beginning with their 1962 formation at the iconic O'Donoghues Pub and exploring their subsequent 50-year career, a talented cast of singers and musicians bring the story of Ronnie Drew, Luke Kelly, Barney McKenna, John Sheahan, Ciaran Bourke, and Jim McCann to life with joy and revelry.Mar 15, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
The Dinosaur That PoopedTrouble strikes as Danny and Dino's favourite rock band are playing their last ever show, but tickets are nowhere to be seen! Add in a dastardly manager seeking to ruin the show, and you have a recipe for disaster. Can Danny and Dino save the day and get the band on stage? Find out at this musical adventure for all the family.Mar 22, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Ellen Kent's CarmenLust! Jealousy! Intrigue! Murder! It can only be Georges Bizet's simmering tale of a woman scorned - Carmen! Presented by the award-winning Ellen Kent Productions and Opera International and featuring the Ukrainian Opera & Ballet Theatre Kyiv, give yourself over to the delectable sights and sounds of this unforgettable opera. Featuring world-famous arias including the Toreador Song and the alluring Habanera, Ellen Kent's classic production will have you hot under the collar as it heads on its farewell tour in 2026!Mar 25, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Ellen Kent's La TraviataEllen Kent's production of Verdi's La Traviata for Opera International heads on tour around the UK for the last time on a Farewell tour in 2026, featuring a full orchestra and the supreme talents of the Ukrainian Opera and Ballet Theatre Kyiv! A tragic love story that explores the suffocating constraints of polite society, the story is centered on the beautiful courtesan Violetta Valery, who sacrifices her reputation and wealth when she decides to move from Paris to the countryside with her lover Alfredo.Mar 24, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Ellen Kent's Madama ButterflyExperience the bittersweet wonder of Puccini's beloved masterpiece once more in this glorious production from esteemed director Ellen Kent. Heading out on a final farewell tour in 2026, it's a mesmerizing and sumptuous affair that highlights Puccini's greatest score with spectacular sets and costumes, including a breathtaking Japanese garden.Mar 26, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Al Murray: All You Need is GuvOi Oi then - Look who's back and heading out on a brand new tour for 2026 - it's only The Pub Landlord himself! With a barrel of new barroom banter, the iconic Al Murray is trailing the breadth and width of Britain once more on his newest tour - All You Need is Guv! One of the most recognisable comics in the country, Murray has been honing his hilarious alter-ego since 1994. Don't miss the 'people's man of the people' as he serves up his unique observations on the country and offers a balm in the form of ancient pub wisdom.Mar 12, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
DiversityA brand new chapter that is sure to be more special than the last, Diversity are back on the road in 2026 with their brand new show Soul, an exploration of humanity in the AI age. Created and choreographed by Ashely Banjo, prepare to be captivated and amazed once more by the dance group that has been at the top of the game for over a decade.Apr 15 - 17, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
Chris RamseyHailing from South Shields, Tyne and Wear, critically acclaimed comic and podcast host Chris Ramsey parlayed success on the stage into TV stardom during his over a decade-long career in show business. Beginning as the host of a Newcastle upon Tyne open-mic night in 2007, he took his first solo show to the Edinburgh Fringe in 2010 and hasn't looked back ever since. In 2025, Catch Chris as he hits the road on his newest tour, Here, Man!Mar 13, 2026Manchester Opera HousePrices fromMore infoBook Tickets
StreetHunt Games: Outdoor treasure huntOpens Aug 31Science and Industry MuseumPrices fromBook Tickets
Vivaldi’s Four Seasons & The Lark Ascending by candlelightOct 12 - May 8, 2026Manchester CathedralPrices fromBook Tickets
Vivaldi's Four Seasons by candlelight - St Ann's ChurchJan 31, 2026 - Jul 11, 2026St Ann’s ChurchPrices fromBook Tickets