Theatre

Comedy legend to reprise classic Manc character for Lowry Theatre gigs

Reformers of Peterloo

We're a local Tameside band who will be performing in Manchester

Hazel Grove residents invited to comment on Taylor Wimpey consultation between 9th and 31st July 2025 (Representative CGI of proposed development pictured)

Residents invited to have their say on proposed development in Hazel Grove

Mary Gifford has volunteered with blind people for 20 years

I'm 77 and I've helped blind people to enjoy Manchester's museums

Lil.Miss.Lady is coming to Salford

Lil Miss Lady to perform at the Lowry as part of UK tour

The original Broadway cast of the smash-hit musical, Hamilton!, will be reuniting to celebrate its 10th anniversary at this year's Tony Awards ceremony.

Original Broadway cast of Hamilton to perform at the Tony Awards 2025

The PAW Patrol pups are once again heading to the United Kingdom - this time on a quest for hidden pirate treasure.

The stars of PAW Patrol to tour the UK this summer

Coronation Street’s Rob Donovan, aka Marc Baylis, will be flexing his villainous muscles once again as self-obsessed show-off Hugo in this year’s fabulous family pantomime Beauty and The Beast at the Blackpool Grand.

Coronation Street star announced for Blackpool Grand Theatre pantomime

L-R: Danny Bayne, Mia Austen, John Cleese, Joanne Clifton, John Nicholas.

Manchester headed Fawlty Towers cast inc Eastenders & Strictly stars

James Barr press release photo "Sorry I Hurt Your Son (Said My Ex to My Mum)"

Hit's Radio's presenter announces new LGBTQ+ stand-up show

From Pride and Prejudice to Hamilton and Sleeping Beauty, here's 25 theatre shows coming to the North West you can't afford to miss in 2025.

Theatre Highlights of 2025: 25 shows coming to the North West

Mina Anwar plays Shirley Valentine in a one woman show currently enjoying a four week stay at the Octagon Theatre Bolton. Credit: Richard Davenport / The Other Richard

Mina Anwar on Shirley Valentine currently on in Greater Manchester

Jason Donovan

I chatted to Jason Donovan ahead of his highly-awaited Doin' Fine tour

Chitty Chitty Bang Bang is one of a number of family friendly shows that ATG Tickets have slashed ticket prices for as part of their January 2025 sale.

The brilliant family-friendly shows offering huge January savings

The Natural History Museum’s Dinosaurs Live! is among the shows with January sale discounts

Full list of every theatre in the UK with huge January sale savings

Elton John speaks at a gala performance of The Devil Wears Prada musical.

Watch: Elton John can’t watch his own musical due to health problem

What theatre shows are worth taking the family to in the North West this festive season?

17 magical theatre shows coming to the North West this Christmas

This grand building on Peter Street in the city centre was first opened in 1845. It is the oldest surviving theatre in Manchester, but has remained empty since 2009. Photo: Google Maps

The iconic theatre and nightclub that's been shut for 15 years

With The Telegraph publishing their 48 UK counties list, what areas of the UK came out on top in the fields of history and culture in 2024?

The 9 most desirable English counties for history and culture

Loz Samuels pictured outside the world's smallest theatre - a former public loo in Malvern, UK.

We're revamping the world’s smallest theatre...a former public loo

After its celebrated run in 2023, Stranger Things: The First Shadow returns to the Phoenix Theatre in London this month before heading to Broadway in 2025.

What is the storyline behind Stranger Things: The First Shadow?

The Longford Cinema in Stretford

Historic cinema with unique design at risk of being lost forever

Moments

Critically and Globally acclaimed new show from Theatre Re touring the UK

Like it or not, pantomime season has arrived - but what is the history of the polarising artform we've come to love and/or loathe this time of year?

Explainer The complete history of pantomimes and their origins

Katie Price is set to appear in a pantomime this season, but who are some of the other familiar faces appearing on stage this year?

What familiar faces from TV are appearing in Pantomimes this season?

Enter Shikari's Rou Reynolds spoke to Benjamin Jackson as he continues rehearsals before Jeff Wayne's Musical Version of The War of The Worlds begins it's nationwide tour in 2025.

Enter Shikari star on his hopes ahead of War of the Worlds tour

The class of 2024 at Manchester Ukrainian school pose for photo on their graduation day. Credit: Maryna Seletska

The one-of-a-kind school growing at a rapid rate - for very sad reason

Aerial view of Peveril Castle ruins in Castleton in Peak District, England, UK

Quaint towns and villages you can reach on the train from Manchester

An aerial view of Holt Town, which is set to become Manchester's newest town with up to 4,500 new homes. Credit: Manchester City Council

The ‘derelict and empty’ corner of Manchester set to be transformed

Here is what you can expect from Manchester Day 2024. Credit: Manchester City Council

Everything you need to know ahead of this year's Manchester Day

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Spectacle of summer fun coming to Manchester

Julie Hesmondhalgh with Oldham council leader Arooj Shah at the announcement that the Coliseum would be re-opening.

'This could be the start of an exciting new era for the town'

The Phoenix on Oxford Road, Manchester

11 iconic Manchester nightclubs we've loved and lost down the years

Back to the Future The Musical at London's Adelphi Theatre has been named among the best value tickets on sale in the capital

Cheapest 10 London theatre shows to see this Summer from £17.90

Keeley Wilson and her baby Sophia.

My heart stopped while I was giving birth - I actually died twice

I went to Manchester's other new venue and left with one big concern

Green Island Festival returns to Hulme in June.

The thriving Manchester festival that could only happen in one place

Mancunian illustrator Stanley Chow

Legendary Manc artist hopes to "bring joy" with star portraits

Car crashes through metal barriers and into the front of theatre.

Watch: Man crashes through metal barriers and into front of theatre

Oldham Council has said residents can have a say on future plans for the district

Why I love overlooked town that has amazing food, views and culture

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