Theatre in Manchester
The theatre scene in Manchester offers everything from award-winning musicals to brand new plays and dance shows.
Hosting many theatre festivals, the city is most well known for Manchester International Festival. Taking place every two years, the festival brings new work from the some of the world’s most exciting artists. The city also has a lively fringe scene too. You can enjoy plays by up-and-coming writers and actors at the Manchester Fringe Festival every July.
The city is also home to many striking theatres with rich histories. You’ll find places like the Royal Exchange and Mayfield sitting alongside newer theatres like HOME and Hope Mill in Ancoats.
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Events at Theatres
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Stoller Story Sounds: The Little Green Dragon
City Centre
From 11 May until Saturday May 11 2024
£5.00 per child Performances at 1pm, 2pm and 3pm -
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Hot Prospects: Ensemble Theatre-Making
City Centre
From 25 Mar until Monday Mar 25 2024
5:30pm - 8:00pmFree Book your space! -
The Library of Enchantment Family Escape Room
Hulme
From 15 Mar until Saturday Jul 20 2024
10:00am - 3:30pm -
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Youth Theatre – deaf, disabled and neurodivergent young people
City Centre
From 15 Jan until Monday Mar 25 2024
4:30pm - 7:30pm