Theatre

'Oldham through and through, baby'

Oldham Coliseum

From live music to surprise appearances by famous actors - the Coliseum production house brings the party and the drama

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Review: Dear Evan Hansen at the Palace Theatre Manchester

For the first time, the Olivier, Tony and Grammy award-winning Broadway and West End sensation is touring the UK and Ireland

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'Homophobic slurs being hurled at a Dolly Parton musical? Hold on a minute'

Manchester Theatre

"You shouldn’t be spewing homophobia anywhere, but you definitely shouldn’t be doing it at a Dolly Parton musical. Come on now."

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Escaped Alone / What If If Only at Royal Exchange Theatre - Haunted by the future

Rob Williams sees an excellent production of two complex plays by one of England's most revered theatrical geniuses.

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The Girl on the Train brings psychological thriller to life at The Lowry

The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre

The theatre was packed out for the stage adaption at The Lowry

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'A rhinestone rather than a diamond': Dolly Parton musical Here You Go Again reviewed

Manchester Opera House

Do the Dolly songs make it all worthwhile? Our reviewer headed along to see

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The Shark is Broken at The Lowry - safe in the shallows

Rob Williams enjoys a play about a film about a shark at The Lowry - but laments a missed opportunity to go deeper.

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Johannes Radebe supported by former co-star and celebs on glam red carpet

John Whaite, Catherine Tyldesley, Helen Skelton and Danny Beard were on hand to deliver looks at the Kinky Boots red carpet

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing star ‘tearful’ as he’s surprised on stage in Manchester theatre amid co-star support

Strictly Come Dancing

It was described as the 'most beautiful evening'

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Marvel announces huge new Manchester show featuring ‘epic cinematic journey’ through films and music

The likes of Iron Man, Captain America and Black Widow will be celebrated in the big screen event

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Entire tour of Coraline musical cancelled 'in context of allegations' against author

Manchester Theatre

Co-producers of the stage adaptation said it 'would be impossible to continue'

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Review: Craig Revel Horwood's new musical is a blast from the past with showstopping 80s soundtrack

Manchester Opera House

Directed by the Strictly Come Dancing judge, 'NOW That's What I Call A Musical' at the Opera House celebrates 40 years of iconic and chart-topping compilation albums

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Review: Musical legends take over Manchester's AO Arena with theatre spectacular

The National Lottery's Big Night of Musicals returned to Manchester's AO Arena for a celebration of musical theatre

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Let it snow in Havana: How a Cuban-inspired Nutcracker made me fall in love with ballet

Electric guitars and Cuban dancing - this is not your classic performance of Tchaikovsky.

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Galaxy of stars snapped in Manchester for Big Night of Musicals at AO Arena

Stars from the film, TV and musicals world were out in force for the Big Night of Musicals in Manchester

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BBC Strictly Come Dancing's Janette Manrara says 'I have news' as major new move announced

Strictly Come Dancing

The dancer and presenter has been flooded with support as she confirmed a major career move

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Kym Marsh announces major new role - and debut at iconic Manchester venue

Royal Exchange Theatre

"She’s a complex character and there is so much to unpack"

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Swan Lake costume decision took me out of the show's illusion despite standout performances

Manchester Opera House

Swan Lake is on at Manchester Opera House this weekend

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Doctor Who's Ncuti Gatwa to feature in free Manchester event with host of famous faces

The 'dynamic' event will let people recite lines with famous actors

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'How one punch turned my life upside down'

“It’s sad that people can’t keep their hands to themselves.”

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Review: An Inspector Calls at The Lowry

The Lowry Theatre and Arts Centre

Stephen Daldry’s multi award-winning National Theatre production of JB Priestley’s classic thriller returns

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Manchester theatre show producers issue statement after The Vivienne’s death

Manchester Theatre

'They were an integral part of our company and will be missed immensely'

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Former police officer calls theatre show 'insensitive' for featuring Moors murderers

Manchester Theatre

'It’s just beyond the pale for me'

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Disney’s Freaky Friday musical to make UK premiere in Manchester

Manchester Theatre

Things are about to get Freaky

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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 'beautiful' gardens which Salford residents can visit for free on Tuesdays

The RHS has extended free entry for Salford residents on Tuesdays at Garden Bridgewater.

North Wales 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

Friday night pub quiz: Test your general knowledge with these 20 questions - April 25, 2025

See how you fared in this week's leaderboard

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.

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

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

Film 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

Experts warn of the common red flags to look out for to prevent being scammed

“People need to be encouraged to talk, scam silence needs to end”

The 'must-see' Lake District destination with panoramic views near top tourist attractions

It's often the go-to starting point for many visitors