# Theater Events, Live Performances In Manchester & Shows in Manchester

- **Subtitle**: Discover best of Manchester performances, theater events & musicals. Experience best of performing arts in Manchester & buy the tickets to the best of theatre events.
- **Category**: Performances
- **Type**: format

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For the lover of all things art there is a lot to catch; performing arts, musicals and theater events in [CITY] are all set to keep you entertained. There are these amazing and unforgettable performances in [CITY] that will keep you hooked for days long. This is your guide to the [CITY] show listings and all the top-rated performances so you never miss out on top-rated events. Explore the best of Broadway shows, plays and performances with us and book your tickets already.

## Performances Events in Manchester

- **Event Name**: Zayn Malik at AO Arena
  - **Description**: ✨ Discover the extraordinary at Zayn Malik at AO Arena, where magic meets reality in ways you've never imagined! 🏛️ Set in AO Arena nestled in bustling Manchester, EN, this event promise
  - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/zayn-malik-at-ao-arena/2400029696980426
  - **Venue**: AO Arena
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- **Event Name**: Take That: The Circus Live - Summer 2026
  - **Description**: Take That

Venue: Etihad Stadium
Manchester, MAN

Date: 19 Jun, 2026 - 05:00 PM
Date: 21 Jun, 2026 - 05:00 PM
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 5
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri Jun 19 2026 at 08:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/take-that-the-circus-live-summer-2026/200029863790634
  - **Venue**: Manchester UK
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- **Event Name**: Kings of Leon at Co-op Live
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Kings of Leon at Co-op Live, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning Co-op Live in vibrant Manchester, EN transforms into a realm of
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 2
  - **Date**: Sat Jul 04 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/kings-of-leon-at-co-op-live/2400029254900458
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
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- **Event Name**: J Cole at Co-op Live
  - **Description**: 🌟 Journey into wonder at J Cole at Co-op Live, where extraordinary experiences await around every corner! 🏛️ Set against the backdrop of Co-op Live in dynamic Manchester, EN, this event
  - **Date**: Wed Oct 28 2026 at 06:30 pm – Thu Oct 29 2026 at 06:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/j-cole-at-co-op-live/2400029725791335
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
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- **Event Name**: Kevin Bridges at O2 Apollo Manchester
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Kevin Bridges at O2 Apollo Manchester, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at O2 Apollo Manchester in the heart of Manchester, EN for an
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Thu Aug 20 2026 at 07:00 pm – Fri Feb 12 2027 at 07:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/kevin-bridges-at-o2-apollo-manchester/2400029362940826
  - **Venue**: O2 Apollo Manchester
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- **Event Name**: Andre Rieu at Co-op Live
  - **Description**: 🎉 Welcome to Andre Rieu at Co-op Live, where the impossible becomes possible and dreams take flight! 🏛️ Join us at Co-op Live in the heart of Manchester, EN for an event that will redefi
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 11 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/andre-rieu-at-co-op-live/2400027629964855
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures, Contests
- **Event Name**: Dermot Kennedy at AO Arena
  - **Description**: ✨ Experience the magic of Dermot Kennedy at AO Arena, where moments become memories that last a lifetime! 🏛️ The iconic AO Arena in Manchester, EN sets the perfect stage for an unforgett
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sat May 30 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/dermot-kennedy-at-ao-arena/2400029283853355
  - **Venue**: AO Arena
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- **Event Name**: Noah Kahan at AO Arena
  - **Description**: ✨ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Noah Kahan at AO Arena, where every moment tells a story! 🏛️ The stunning AO Arena in vibrant Manchester, EN transforms into a realm of wonder
  - **Date**: Mon Nov 09 2026 at 06:30 pm – Tue Nov 10 2026 at 06:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/noah-kahan-at-ao-arena/2400029943711812
  - **Venue**: AO Arena
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- **Event Name**: Deep Purple at AO Arena
  - **Description**: 🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Deep Purple at AO Arena, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at AO Arena in dynamic Manchester, EN, this event will become the talk of the town
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 11:59 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/deep-purple-at-ao-arena/2400029251564224
  - **Venue**: AO Arena
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- **Event Name**: Pussycat Dolls at Co-op Live
  - **Description**: ✨ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Pussycat Dolls at Co-op Live, where every moment promises to be unforgettable! 🌟 Imagine of transforming Co-op Live in the heart of Manchester, EN
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 10 2026 at 06:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/pussycat-dolls-at-co-op-live/2400029857310734
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
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  - **Categories**: contests, trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: John Digweed, Sasha in Manchester
  - **Description**: 🎤 Experience John Digweed Live at IDRA on Sunday, May 24, 2026! 🎤
The countdown has begun! John Digweed is taking over IDRA on Sunday, May 24, 2026, and with hits like Beautiful Strange - am
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 1
  - **Date**: Sun May 24 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun May 24 2026 at 06:00 pm (+01:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/john-digweed-sasha-in-manchester/3300029648589310
  - **Venue**: IDRA
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  - **Categories**: concerts, music, art, entertainment, countdown
- **Event Name**: Madison Beer at Co-op Live
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Madison Beer at Co-op Live, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Co-op Live in vibrant Manchester, EN, this even
  - **Date**: Sun May 31 2026 at 06:30 pm – Sun May 31 2026 at 07:30 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/madison-beer-at-co-op-live/2400029573655943
  - **Venue**: Co-op Live
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures
- **Event Name**: Jayler with Deep Purple & Mammoth
  - **Description**: JAYLER will be joining rock legends DEEP PURPLE on their 2026 UK/Europe tour with special guests MAMMOTH
  - **Interested Audience**:
    - Count: 69
  - **Date**: Sun Nov 22 2026 at 07:00 am (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/jayler-with-deep-purple-and-mammoth/200029543188149
  - **Venue**: AO Arena
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- **Event Name**: Noah Kahan Manchester Tickets
  - **Description**: Noah Kahan at Manchester AO Arena🌟 Step into a world of wonder at Noah Kahan Manchester Tickets, where extraordinary moments await! 🏛️ Located at Manchester AO Arena in dynamic Manchester, EN
  - **Date**: Tue Nov 10 2026 (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/noah-kahan-manchester-tickets/100029957553919
  - **Venue**: Manchester AO Arena
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  - **Price**: EUR 178
- **Event Name**: Lily Allen at AO Arena
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Lily Allen at AO Arena, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of AO Arena in vibrant Manchester, EN, this event prom
  - **Date**: Fri Jun 19 2026 at 06:00 pm – Sat Jun 20 2026 at 06:00 pm (+00:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/manchester/lily-allen-at-ao-arena/2400029287167003
  - **Venue**: AO Arena
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  - **Categories**: trips-adventures

## Trending Events in Manchester

- **Event Name**: Bhajan Jamming by Bhavik Haria | Devotion, Music and Community
  - **Description**: Step into a world where devotion meets music and community with Bhajan Jamming by Bhavik Haria, presented by Q Bees Lounge Ltd.After successful shows in London and Leicester, we present Bhavik Haria for the first ti
  - **Venue**: Jain Community Center
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- **Event Name**: Masculinity Through Art History Life Drawing Workshop at Impossible Bar
  - **Description**: Join our life-drawing workshop that blends hands-on practice with a look at how masculinity has been portrayed through the centuries. Explore shifting ideals of the male figure, from gods and warriors to ordinary bodies and modern identities, while dra
  - **Venue**: Impossible - Manchester
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb67cd9fbbdb825.jpg
- **Event Name**: Drawing Faces: The Ultimate Portrait Course
  - **Description**: Have you ever wanted to capture the likeness of a face on paper or admired an artist's skill in drawing portraits? In this fully guided workshop Drawing Portraits: The Fundamentals you'll learn essential techniques for drawing realistic expressive face
  - **Venue**: Friends' Meeting House, Mount Street, Manchester, UK
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- **Event Name**: Life Drawing at Revolucion De Cuba in Manchester City Centre
  - **Description**: Join us for an immersive artistic experience where you will have the opportunity to capture the human form in all its grace and complexity in a relaxed and welcoming atmosphere.At our workshops life drawing is not just about producing art; it is
  - **Venue**: Revolución de Cuba Manchester
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- **Event Name**: The Foundations of Watercolour Painting Workshop
  - **Description**: During this course you will discover how a deeper understanding of painting techniques can equip you with the practical methods and skills to help you with any future paintings you want to attempt.Suitable for people of all levels of experience;
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
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- **Event Name**: Understanding Proportions & Movement in Life Drawing Workshop
  - **Description**: During this fully tutored life drawing course you will discover how returning to the essential principles of drawing can help even the more experienced artist to express their ideas and observations more eloquently.Guided by our tutor you will b
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
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- **Event Name**: Foundations of Life Drawing : A Structured Approach to Drawing the Figure
  - **Description**: This is an opportunity for beginner artists to come together and learn new techniques and skills in capturing the human form from a live model.Because we believe that life drawing is an essential skill for all artists whether you're interested i
  - **Venue**: Gorilla
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- **Event Name**: Emergency First Aid at Work -  Chorlton
  - **Description**: About this EventEmergency First Aid at Work (1 day). Learn CPR, AED use, choking & more. HSE-compliant. Practical, hands-on training. Cert valid 3 years.Emergency First Aid at Work (E
  - **Venue**: Chorlton-cum-Hardy Golf Club
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- **Event Name**: Paediatric First Aid Blended -  Chorlton
  - **Description**: About this EventPaediatric First Aid Blended: complete theory online, then attend practical session to master CPR, choking, burns & more for children.Paediatric First Aid (Blended)
  - **Venue**: Chorlton-cum-Hardy Golf Club
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top Performances events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Zayn Malik at AO Arena (Tue May 12 2026 at 06:00 pm at AO Arena), Take That: The Circus Live - Summer 2026 (Fri Jun 19 2026 at 05:00 pm at Manchester UK), Kings of Leon at Co-op Live (Sat Jul 04 2026 at 07:30 pm at Co-op Live), J Cole at Co-op Live (Wed Oct 28 2026 at 06:30 pm at Co-op Live), Kevin Bridges at O2 Apollo Manchester (Thu Aug 20 2026 at 07:00 pm at O2 Apollo Manchester).
- **Q**: How can I find Performances events in Manchester?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming Performances events in Manchester on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Performances events in Manchester?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for Performances events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Performances events in Manchester include AO Arena, Manchester UK, Co-op Live.
- **Q**: What is the price range for Performances events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Prices for Performances events in Manchester range from EUR 178 to EUR 178. Many events also offer free entry.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Performances events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Performances events in Manchester include Vivid Events, Remarkable Concerts, Melody Mapper.
- **Q**: Are there any online Performances events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many Performances events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new Performances events in Manchester?
  - **A:** Follow the Performances category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Performances events are listed in Manchester.

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