Comedy

Peter Kay to open Co-op Live this April with special show

The comedian will be the first act to perform at the UK’s largest live entertainment arena when it opens in April

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Peter Kay at Co-op Live 2024 date and how to get tickets

The comedian will perform at Co-op Live on April 23 - all the ticket details

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Alan Cumming on heading to Manchester to not act his age

The Bridgewater Hall

Film star Alan Cumming is never afraid to speak his mind - and heads to Manchester with his acclaimed cabaret show this week

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Hilarious hijinks await as global phenomenon Faulty Towers The Dining Experience comes to Manchester

Partner Stories

Be part of the action as Basil, Sybil and Manuel serve up two hours of mayhem on a plate at the interactive, immersive experience from London's West End

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"A memory forever": Fans' delight as Peter Kay plays THREE surprise shows in hometown Bolton

"I felt like I was sat in Peter Kay’s living room having a good old chin wag"

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Paddy McGuinness announces first stand up tour in eight years - full list of dates

Paddy McGuinness

The Bolton comedy star is heading back out on tour

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John Bishop announces 2024 UK tour including stop off in Stockport - how to get tickets

John Bishop will tour is new show 'Back At It' between March and November 2024

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Blossoms reveal Peter Kay has been using their recording studio

The comedy icon will be at the AO Arena this weekend

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Jason Manford to headline huge homecoming stand-up show at Co-op Live

'I can’t wait to have a good laugh at this mad world, it feels like it’s been ages'

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Review: The Crown Jewels at The Lowry

The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre

"If you're up for a night of pure silliness and interaction with the cast then it may be right up your street"

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Peter Kay tour at Manchester AO Arena - full list of dates in 2023, 2024 and 2025

The Bolton comedian will bring his "Better Late Than Never" tour back to the AO Arena this weekend

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Peter Kay at AO Arena - list of banned items and rules for Manchester shows

No selfie sticks, fireworks or skateboards if you're heading to any of Peter Kay's "Better Late Than Never" tour dates at the AO Arena this week

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Peter Kay in Manchester - AO Arena gig times, seating plan, parking, tickets latest and essential guide

The Bolton comedian makes his big return to Manchester this month for a series of dates on his epic ongoing tour

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Leigh Francis stopping in Salford on FIRST EVER live tour

The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre

There will be Keith Lemon, Bear, Avid Merrion and many more

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Laughterama line-up as UK's top comedians return to Manchester for four-day comedy festival

Laughterama is back at Castlefield Bowl

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Jack Whitehall on his love affair with Manchester - from mooning on the Manchester Eye, having his front door stolen in Fallowfield and being ‘chased out’ of Oldham biker pub

Manchester Nightlife

The comedian started his comedy career right here in the city

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Reason behind strict no-phones policy at Kevin Hart's Manchester show tonight

The warning has been issued ahead of the comedian's show this evening

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James Acaster and Ed Gamble’s hit podcast Off Menu is heading to Manchester

Manchester Nightlife

It’s the first time that James Acaster and Ed Gamble have toured their hit podcast

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Michael McIntyre announces Macnificent world tour including Manchester dates - how to get tickets

Michael McIntyre has announced two dates in Manchester as part of his 2023-2024 tour

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Car Share and Heartbeat stars spotted filming new BBC comedy in Bolton

TV crews took over the town today for the new BBC One series written by Paul Coleman and Sian Gibson.

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From hedgehogs to '15 years of free money' - national treasure Harry Hill was an anarchic riot

The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre

Harry Hill at the Lowry reviewed

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Iconic Manchester comedy club dubbed ‘the best in the world’ is moving to a new venue

Manchester Nightlife

XS Malarkey is heading for a new spot

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A Fawlty Towers dining experience is coming to Manchester - and you could be served by Basil, Sybil and Manuel

Manchester hotels

Fans of the British comedy are being promised a three-course meal and five-star comedy experience

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Early Doors co-creator speaks out on third season as hit show returns to BBC

Fans of the classic Manc comedy series are demanding a new series from the BBC - there's even a petition

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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