High School MusicalWhat time is it? You guessed it - Disney's High School Musical is returning to the UK, so you better get'cha head in the game! Hope Mill Theatre and the Lowry are teaming up to bring the first-ever UK non-replica production of the smash-hit musical that put the Wildcats on the map and made karaoke as cool as any basketball slam dunk! It's quite literally the start of something new - are you ready to relive your childhood all over again?21 Aug 2026 - 13 Sep 2026Lyric Theatre at The LowryMore infoBook Tickets
Blood BrothersSurpassing over 10,000 performances on London's West End (that's an incredible 24 years of shows), Willy Russell's Blood Brothers is safely one of the UK's favourite musicals. Now, courtesy of Bill Kenwright Limited, the legendary hit takes to the road this year on tour, bringing the emotional tale of two brothers torn asunder by fate to you. Including modern classics such as 'Tell Me It's Not True', 'Marylin Monroe' and 'Bright New Day' among many more, discover once more (or for the first time) the heartwrenching yet uplifting journey that is this special show.18 - 22 Nov 2026Lyric Theatre at The LowryMore infoBook Tickets
SixThe Queens are back - and they're taking on the rest of the UK! With five Olivier award nominations and a 2022 Tony Award for Best Original Score, this vibrant take on British history has dazzled both the West End and Broadway! Henry VIII's hunt for an heir and his love of beheadings has made him one of the most famous monarchs in Britain's history, with the tale of his six unfortunate wives the stock of any school history lesson. Created by Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss, Six tells the story of these women via a brand-new musical!1 - 15 Aug 2026Lyric Theatre at The LowryMore infoBook Tickets
The Enormous CrocodileIn the middle of the great big jungle, the Enormous Crocodile is on the lookout for some tasty human children to satisfy his hunger. It looks like the greedy reptile's devious plans can only be stopped by the other animals of the jungle - what will they do to give him his comeuppance? Don't miss this exciting production, coming to you courtesy of Regent's Park Open Air Theatre.10 Dec - 4 Jan 2026Lyric Theatre at The LowryMore infoBook Tickets
Matthew Bournes' The Red ShoesMatthew Bourne's Olivier award-winning The Red Shoes returns to stages across the UK for a new tour in 2026. Based on the 1948 Powell and Pressburger film, which is in turn based on the tragic fairytale by Hans Christian Anderson, The Red Shoes is the story of a talented young dancer who finds herself torn between love and her career, with heartbreaking consequences.25 - 29 NovLyric Theatre at The LowryMore infoBook Tickets
Inspector Morse: House of GhostsIntellectual, oddly charming and with a love for classical music and crossword puzzles, Inspector Endeavour Morse from Britain's most beloved detective series returns in its first-ever major stage adaptation. Following 13 novels and a BAFTA Award-winning TV adaptation starring John Thaw, this production is not to be missed! See BBC regular Tom Chambers as the snobbish yet sympathetic Chief Inspector as the show comes to you on tour.7 - 11 Apr 2026Lyric Theatre at The LowryMore infoBook Tickets