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Best Family Shows in Manchester

Wicked at Manchester Palace Theatre

Wicked

Forget all that you know about The Wizard of Oz and be transported once again to the magical land of Oz! This time, however, the action takes place way before the arrival of Dorothy and her pooch Toto. THIS is the story of two magically inclined women, one blonde, and one green of skin - and their coming-of-age as the forces of good and (perceived) 'wicked'. Discover this incredible musical phenomenon, based on the critically acclaimed novel by Gregory Maguire, which explores the foundation of the Oz legend, of what made Glinda and Elphaba become the icons of good and bad, and whether all is what it appears to be in later stories.

Cinderella at Manchester Opera House

Cinderella

Bippity Boppity Boop your way to the Manchester Opera Theatre House and join Cinderella as she goes from rags to riches in this family favourite pantomime. Starring the fabulously wicked Myra DuBois as the evil Stepmother, Pete Firman as Buttons and Britain's Got Talent semi-finalist and Olivier-nominated actress Alison Jiear as the Fairy Godmother. With a welcoming dose of glitzy costumes and sets, innuendo's and plenty of audience participation; it's the perfect way to welcome in the festive season!

14 Dec - 5 Jan 2025

Manchester Opera House

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Mary Poppins at Manchester Palace Theatre

Mary Poppins

Everyone's favourite governess returns to the stage to bring us a spoonful of sugar! Join Mary Poppins, Bert, Jane and Michael as the wonderful story of Mary Poppins comes to life on stage in this spectacular production from Cameron Mackintosh and Disney. Based on P.L. Travers cherished stories and the classic 1964 Walt Disney film Mary Poppins first appeared on the London stage back in the early naughties where it ran for three years before it headed over to Broadway where it won a Tony Award for best musical and ran for almost six years!

9 Apr 2025 - 17 May 2025

Manchester Palace Theatre

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Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors at Manchester Palace Theatre

Horrible Histories: Terrible Tudors

The award-winning Horrible Histories heads out on tour in 2025 with their newest show based on everyone's favourite HH book; Terrible Tudors! Leaning into their brand message of 'history with the nasty bits left in' this newest jaunt will tackle the infamous Tudor dynasty, from Henry VIII's punch-up with the pop and predilection for murdering his wives, to Evil Elizabeth and the madness of the Spanish Armada, this is history - but not as you know it!

Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures at AO Arena

Disney On Ice: Road Trip Adventures

All of your favourite Disney stories for the price of one - on ice! Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures, the most supercalifragilisticexpialidocious event that's skating around the UK to a city near you! Who said road trips are strictly for adults..!? Buckle up and get ready for a brand new, family-friendly adventure when Mickey Mouse, Elsa and Anna and a host of your favourite animated posses hit the road and travel to beloved Disney destinations.

11 - 15 Dec

AO Arena

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Chitty Chitty Bang Bang at Manchester Palace Theatre

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang

The most fantasmagorical stage musical in the history of everything takes off on a UK Tour in 2024, bringing with it an incredible theatrical experience the whole family will love! Based on the beloved 1968 film, follow the eccentric inventor Caratacus Potts as he, his children, and Truly Scrumptious set out to outwit Baron Bombast and his terrifying child catcher!

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