Enjoy the magic of musicals at Manchester’s iconic theatres that define the city's rich cultural landscape. The Palace Theatre has a wonderful history with performers such as Judy Garland, Gracie Fields, Danny Kaye, Noel Coward, Laurel and Hardy, and Harry Houdini gracing its stage. It's sister venue, The Opera House has welcomed some of the biggest productions including The Phantom of the Opera and the world premiere of Back To The Future The Musical.
With something for everyone, from much loved family shows that are bursting with unforgettable songs, award winning sing-alongs that have wowed critics and theatregeors with timeless classics and iconic characters, and hilarious brand-new productions making their UK premieres in Manchester, now is the perfect reason to immerse yourself into the world of theatre this year with a jam-packed schedule of glorious shows.
New for 2026
Winner of Best New Musical (WhatsOnStage Awards) and direct from the West End, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious smash-hit musical comedy from an award-winning creative team including writer Tina Fey (30 Rock), composer Jeff Richmond (Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt), lyricist Nell Benjamin (Legally…
Something Rotten! is the hilarious new musical comedy mash-up of Shakespeare, song and dance that tells the incredible story behind the world’s very first musical! Comedy, TV and musical theatre icon Jason Manford makes his highly anticipated return to the stage in fetching…
Family Favourites
Matilda The Musical, the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company, inspired by the beloved book by Roald Dahl, is heading back out on tour across the UK and Ireland from October 2025. Winner of over 100 global awards, including 24 for Best Musical, the ‘unique and…
Set in 1930s New York during The Great Depression, brave young Annie is forced to live a life of misery at Miss Hannigan's orphanage. Staring La Voix as Miss Hannigan. Her luck soon changes when she's chosen to spend a fairytale Christmas with famous billionaire, Oliver Warbucks. Meanwhile…
Award Winning Smash Hits
This joyous Broadway and West End hit musical takes you on a hilarious, heart-warming ride as three friends hit the road across the Outback to put on the show of a lifetime. PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT explores identity, diversity and the journey towards self-acceptance by challenging…
The sensational feel-good musical MAMMA MIA! embarks on a new UK tour, including a visit to the Manchester Palace Theatre from 3-26 March 2026. From West End to global phenomenon, MAMMA MIA! is Judy Craymer’s ingenious vision of staging the story-telling magic of…
Fun for all the family
With a new arrival on the way the whole family are busy getting ready. With building and decorating work to be done, it's an oinktastic makeover and Peppa Pig, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig & George all need your help to get everything ready before the arrival of baby Evie! There's so much to do…
When Danny and Dino’s favourite rock band are playing their last ever concert, they go on a quest to get the last two tickets. But with a villainous band manager lurking, nothing goes to plan. Will the band perform? Will Danny rock out? Or will Dino’s rumbling tummy save the day? Adapted…
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Ready to thrill you with fun and naughty moments, Richard O’Brien’s legendary rock ‘n’ roll musical, The Rocky Horror Show comes to Manchester as part of a new world tour. Having been seen by over 35 million theatregoers, The Rocky Horror Show is the story of two…
Meet Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life. When a hot new doctor arrives in town, life gets complicated. With the support of her workmates Becky and Dawn, Jenna overcomes the challenges she faces and finds that laughter, love and friendship can provide the…
Don't miss the unforgettable theatrical experience of the season as this heartfelt coming-of-age story takes flight with spectacular musical numbers and dazzlingly inventive choreography. Daniel LaRusso's journey is reimagined through movement, music, and raw, energetic storytelling. At its…
Step right up and enter the dazzling world of P.T. Barnum, where imagination and ambition know no bounds. Hand in hand with wife Charity, Barnum’s life and career twists and turns as he schemes and dreams his way to headier heights. West End favourite and TV star Lee Mead will take centre…
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