Comedy

Jason Manford reveals how he survived lockdown and masterfully gained a whole new set of material from it

Jason Manford sent people home laughing and singing after sell-out performance at the Manchester Arena

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Peter Kay has been performing 'top secret' comedy shows in Salford this week

Revellers had to hand their mobile phones in to attend the top secret shows from the comedy superstar

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The Last Leg star Josh Widdicombe discovers a different side to Manchester during Laughterama headline set

Things to do Manchester

Josh Widdicombe headlined Saturday evening's Laughterama fun at Castlefield Bowl

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Laughterama 2022 at Castlefield Bowl - lineup, tickets, weather forecast, and everything else you need to know

The open-air comedy festivals lands at Castlefield Bowl this week

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Sara Pascoe announces new UK tour with Manchester 2023 date

Tickets are on sale now for her 50-date tour

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Five-night A-list comedy festival is coming to Castlefield Bowl

Dylan Moran and James Acaster will be headlining

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Greater Manchester comedians John Thomson and Justin Moorhouse unite for Ukraine charity fundraiser

Manchester Apollo

Jason Manford, Johnny Vegas and Dave Spikey will perform as part of the Easter Eggstravaganza

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Review: Shagged, Married, Annoyed Live at AO Arena Manchester

"The chemistry between the couple is genuine and infectious, while their honesty, humility and authenticity are the perfect recipe for a right good laugh."

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Jason Manford on the Christmas traditions he can't get his head around

"You take it in turns you absolute philistines."

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Peter Kay Dance For Life 2022 - how to get tickets

The shows were originally scheduled for 2020 but had to be pushed back until 2022

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How to get Peter Kay tickets? Prices for Manchester Apollo show

The veteran funny man is back in action and here is how you can get your hands on tickets to the gigs for a very special cause

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Early Doors is back for special screening - and it could be your last chance to see the show

The live tour of the cult comedy was a huge hit - and fans can see it all again at a special charity screening this weekend

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One of the UK's best-loved comedians is returning to Manchester for an exclusive show - but tickets sold out in four hours

Demand for the Celebrity Gogglebox star's event was so high tickets sold out in four hours

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Peter Kay is returning to the stage with two Manchester shows - all to help a terminally ill woman

The Bolton comedian is taking to the stage in Manchester

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Fun and exciting things to do with your family at cultural venues in Manchester this summer

The summer holidays are here and there are plenty of unique family-friendly events taking place across the city

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Comedian's Manchester show cancelled by venue following racist tweets about England squad

Marcus Rashford

Andrew Lawrence was due to perform at the Stoller Hall this autumn

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Meet the talented team of directors bringing their community theatre back to life

"I've missed the shared experience of live theatre with an audience, the buzz and the atmosphere"

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'It feels like a good time to be a woman in comedy': Manchester-based comedian wins prize at Musical Comedy Awards

Manchester City Centre

For Amy, who only just launched her comedy career right before the pandemic hit, it’s something she still can’t come to grips with.

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An Alan Partridge live arena tour is coming to Manchester

Manchester Arena

Steve Coogan's infamous character will be performing on the city's biggest stage

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Peter Kay makes rare media appearance - and has Radio 2 listeners in stitches

The Bolton funnyman was in great form as he joked with presenter and long-time friend Cat Deeley

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Catherine Tyldesley writes and stars in her first play - with Chancellor Rishi Sunak 'blacklisted' from watching

Catherine Tyldesley

The former Corrie star's comedy play The Ceremony features an all-star cast and is raising money to support the arts through the pandemic

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Manchester comedian releases 'genius' musical rendition of CV after fears a creative arts career isn't 'viable'

The musical rendition celebrates the comedian's skills including a 50 metres swimming badge and a clean driving license

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Comedians rally around Frog and Bucket after funding outrage

Manchester City Centre

Stars including Ross Noble, Danny Wallace, Joe Lycett and Shappi Khorsandi have all spoken out in support of the comedy club's cultural significance

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The Manchester theatres, museums and galleries that will receive a slice of £257m relief fund

Manchester Theatre

A huge sum for the Halle Orchestra, and relief for the Albert Hall, Chetham's Library and more

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Oasis Liam and Noel Gallagher seen together for first time since Oasis announcement Liam and Noel were pictured as they headed to a working men's club together

The brothers set to open their 33rd coffee shop in Manchester city centre

Manchester Cafes

With coffee roasted in Warrington, the new coffee shop aims to help people 'take a break from the hustle and bustle'

Manchester Marathon 2025: Full list of road closures with some shut for 40 hours

The adidas Manchester Marathon returns on Sunday 27th April

Manchester location steeped in history reopens as glamorous new steakhouse

Manchester restaurants

Designed by renowned architect Edward Walters, also known for Manchester’s the Free Trade Hall, the building is the last of its kind in the city

The North Wales seaside town with a secret beach tourists don’t know about

One visitor described it as a 'hidden gem' where you can escape the crowds

Product recalls Asda warns 'do not eat' on popular meat product due to health risk The latest product recalls issued by the Food Standards Agency and why they've been pulled from supermarket shelves

The North Wales seaside town with a secret beach tourists don’t know about

One visitor described it as a 'hidden gem' where you can escape the crowds

Manchester Airport's lesser-known holiday destinations with flights from £28

Manchester Airport

Move over Spain, Greece and Turkey; these destinations in Eastern Europe are perfect for your next holiday

Parents 'furious' with school's plan to ban skirts for girls

One mum said she would never have chosen the school for her daughter if she'd have known about the trousers-only policy

Nerf attraction staff told they won't get paid work for FIVE MONTHS as bosses splurge £1.5m on Play-Doh

Trafford Palazzo

Staff have been told the attraction will be closed for five months as a huge £1.5m expansion is undertaken

Film An underrated Clint Eastwood film that he made when he was 88 is airing on TV tonight Eastwood is widely regarded as one of the world's greatest filmmakers

Manchester United striker sends Ruben Amorim message after surprise return to academy

Manchester United FC

Man Utd U21s won 4-2 against Everton in the Premier League 2 play-offs on Friday and Ethan Wheatley scored a brace.

Manchester United suffer major injury setback

Manchester United injury news

Diogo Dalot has been an ever-present for Man United for the best part of three-and-a-half years since he returned from his loan with AC Milan.

Horror moment saw woman, 25, 'partially decapitate' herself on holiday in Turkey

Becca Reed, 25, was on holiday with a friend in Turkey when the horrific accident happened

Seven players could miss Man United vs Athletic Bilbao Europa League semi-final

Manchester United injury news

Athletic Bilbao host Manchester United in the first leg of their Europa League semi-final next Thursday in a huge match for both teams

Courts 'You are the one who destroyed a little girl’s life'Gavin Andrews was killed on his way home after buying food from a takeaway

Prince Andrew accuser Virginia Giuffre, 41, dies by suicide, family says

Virginia Giuffre, who was trafficked by Jeffrey Epstein as a teenager and claimed she was sexually abused by Prince Andrew, has died

A fan favourite Jason Statham film made by UK directing legend is airing on TV tonight

The actor is one of Britain's most successful ever actors in terms of popularity

Asda warns 'do not eat' on popular meat product due to health risk

Product recalls

The latest product recalls issued by the Food Standards Agency and why they've been pulled from supermarket shelves

The North Wales seaside town with a secret beach tourists don’t know about

One visitor described it as a 'hidden gem' where you can escape the crowds