Palace Theatre & Opera House Manchester
Palace Theatre & Opera House are Manchester’s premier venues for Theatre, Musicals, Tours, Comedy, Plays, Opera and more. We are ATG Entertainment venues.
Palace Theatre Manchester
The Palace Theatre of Varieties opened on Whit Monday 1891 and cost its owners the then colossal sum of £40,500. In the late 1970’s the Palace Theatre underwent a major refurbishment and re-opened in 1981 with Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Jesus Christ Superstar and has since then retained its position as the premier provincial touring venue. Opera House Manchester
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Fastlove: The George Michael Tribute 🎤
Direct from London’s West End with a brand new show for 2024, this is the world’s favourite George Michael celebration!
This show has it all, the power, emotion, and star quality with full video and light show, as we respectfully recreate the soundtrack to your life.
Playing all the hits, from Wham! right through his glittering career, including, Wake Me Up, Too Funky, Father Figure, Freedom, Faith, Knew You Were Waiting, Careless Whisper and many more.
📆 Thu 28 Nov 2024
Get £5 off* per ticket when you book before Mon 30 Sep!
Opera lovers and newcomers alike will be propelled into a world of love, passion and emotion, in the classical delights of Ellen Kent’s Operas.
📅 Fri 21 - Sun 23 Feb 2025
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3zwthgE
*Band A & B Tickets
To celebrate this incredible 30th year milestone, Riverdance 30: The New Generation will embark on a special anniversary tour in 2025, bringing its magic to audiences around the world.
Do not miss your chance to see the global cultural sensation and book your tickets now!
📅 Sat 23 - Wed 27 Aug 2025
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3MXbEJP
There are a variety of access performances scheduled during the run of Wicked.
Audio Described: Tuesday 17 December 7.30pm
BSL: Thursday 19 December 7.30pm
Captioned: Wednesday 8 January 7.30pm
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Book: https://atgtix.co/3Zddca7
Access Membership Scheme - https://atgtix.co/3UBt43I
ATG Access Line: 0333 009 5399*
TypeTalk / Textphone: 18001 0333 009 5399*
*Local rate. Open 9am to 8pm Monday to Sunday, Bank Holidays may vary.
Meet the cast of our 2024 pantomime Cinderella, heading to the Manchester Opera House this festive season! ✨
Starring Jason Manford, Ben Nickless, Myra DuBois, Sarah Vaughan and Wendy-Mae Brown, it's going to be a magical Christmas🎄🎁
Special thank you to the Kimpton Clocktower for providing the perfect filming location, we couldn't have asked for a more picturesque backdrop.
📆 Sat 14 Dec 2024 - Sun 5 Jan 2025
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/4aoY6AD
📸 Phil Tragen Photography
➕ ATG+ Members On Sale ➕
Come Fall in Love, the hilarious, heart-winning new musical comedy from the co-writer of Legally Blonde and lyricist of Mean Girls – and based on a record-breaking Bollywood phenomenon – makes its UK premiere at the Manchester Opera House in May 2025.
Cultures collide, and West End meets Bollywood, in this joyous stage adaptation of India's longest running blockbuster movie – the high-energy, globe-trotting romcom Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, also known as DDLJ.
📅 Thu 29 May - Sat 21 Jun 2025
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/4ei5Zdm
⭐General On Sale: Friday 4 October, 10am
Just one week to go until Burlesque The Musical returns to Manchester!
What are you waiting for?! Get your ticket to a world of dazzling performance, fearless style and unapologetic glamour! 💋
📆 Thu 3 Oct - Sat 2 Nov
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/4evPla0
🏏 ANNOUNCEMENT! 🏏
An Evening with Jimmy Anderson
21 years. 188 Test Matches. 704 Test Wickets.
Following his recent retirement, hear from one of England’s greatest ever pace bowlers, Jimmy Anderson to mark the release of his new autobiography.
This is a no-holds-barred tell-all of one of one of the most extraordinary cricket careers of all time.
📅 Fri 8 Nov 2024
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/4ez8SGu
⭐ ATG+ On-Sale: TODAY!
⭐ General On-Sale: Fri 27 Sep, 10am
English National Ballet's celebrated production of the greatest romantic ballet brings a haunting tale of love and forgiveness to the Palace Theatre, for five performances only, next month!
📅 Wed 30 Oct - Sat 2 Nov
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3zFc84f
We are proud to announce a brand new partnership with San Carlo Restaurants, our official restaurant partner throughout 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 and into 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱! 🥂
San Carlo Restaurants offer an authentic modern Italian dining experience in Manchester and share our passion for providing exceptional customer experiences. At San Carlo, you can enjoy exquisite food, impeccable service, and a unique atmosphere that has made it a favourite spot for celebrities in the city.
With three restaurants in their portfolio within walking distance of both of our venues, it was a partnership waiting to happen.
We are also thrilled to announce San Carlo as the latest sponsor of our Creative Learning programme for the duration of the partnership, supporting more young people across Greater Manchester access our theatres.
Planning a visit to the Palace Theatre or Opera House? Whether dining before a performance or enjoying post-show drinks, San Carlo has the perfect spot for every occasion - https://atgtix.co/3BoTu10
Book your place for a delicious taste of the med on our doorstep!
Want to know more about our partnership opportunities? Contact Ashleagh Williams today - [email protected]
📣 NEW SHOW ANNOUNCEMENT 📣
Manchester Gets It First!
Change all your plans! Come Fall in Love, the hilarious, heart-winning new musical comedy from the co-writer of Legally Blonde and lyricist of Mean Girls – and based on a record-breaking Bollywood phenomenon – makes its UK premiere at the Manchester Opera House in May 2025.
Cultures collide, and West End meets Bollywood, in this joyous stage adaptation of India's longest running blockbuster movie – the high-energy, globe-trotting romcom Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge, also known as DDLJ.
🎟️ On sale to ATG+ Members: Friday 27th September, 10am
🎟️ Public on sale at 10am: Friday 4th October, 10am
Follow your heart wherever it goes...as long as it's to the Manchester Opera House from 29 May to 21 June 2025 only.
You take to the stage to perform a song from Grease The Musical... which ONE are you choosing?
Hear all of these hits and more live when Grease comes to Manchester next month.
📅 Tue 8 - Sat 19 Oct
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3B1f4bH
Bonjour plonkers! Only Fools and Horses The Musical rehearsals are in full swing! Here’s your first look at our PUKKA cast in action! 🍻
📅 Mon 11 - Sat 23 Nov 2024
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3zg3YiK
Want to elevate your night out to The Book of Mormon? We’ve got you covered!
With entry to the Ambassador Lounge 90 minutes prior to the performance and for use during the interval, you can enjoy exceptional luxury and dedicated host table service.
A typical package includes, a glass of Grande Marque Champagne, a second drink, savoury nibbles, ice cream, and a programme.
Find out more about booking packages on our website: https://atgtix.co/3TxP6TC
NOW That’s What I Call a CAST! ⭐️👏🏻
Feast your eyes on the FAB-U-LOUS NOW That's What I Call A Musical cast lighting up the stage with these brand new production shots 💿🪩
The energy, the talent, the 80s magic—get ready to be blown away! 🎤✨
📆 Tues 28 Jan - Sat 1 Feb 2025
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3B8IqVD
MANCHESTER… get ready to ROUGE! 🎉
Remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza, Moulin Rouge! The Musical is a celebration of truth, beauty, freedom, and - above all – love.
At the Palace Theatre, Manchester from August 2025. On sale details to be announced.
ATG+ members will get priority booking, plus other benefits. Sign up to become a member here: https://atgtix.co/3JXgx4h
Or, you can sign up to the Moulin Rouge! The Musical Priority here: moulinrougemusical.co.uk
The world's best-loved musical is back!
Grease The Musical returns to the Palace Theatre, for two weeks only, from the 8th October. 👉 https://atgtix.co/4cWQUg3
📷 Marc Brenner
FIRST LOOK at the brand new UK tour of Dear Evan Hansen! 💙
📸 Marc Brenner Photography
📍 Palace Theatre, Manchester
📅 Tue 18 - Sat 22 Feb 2025
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3XHQoOq
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical will be coming to the Palace Theatre in November 2025 as part of its first UK and Ireland tour.
TINA - The Tina Turner Musical is the story of legendary artist Tina Turner, the twelve-time Grammy Award-winning Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll. Set to the soundtrack of her iconic hits, including The Best, What’s Love Got To Do With It?, Private Dancer and River Deep, Mountain High, the musical is an inspiring true story of a woman who dared to dream fiercely, shatter barriers and defy the bounds of age, gender, and race to conquer the world against all odds.
TINA – The Tina Turner Musical is produced by Stage Entertainment, Joop van den Ende and Tali Pelman, in association with Tina Turner.
📅 25 November 2025 - 3 January 2026
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3B5ACUE
This week, our Creative Learning team had the pleasure of hosting students from our partner schools, Hulme Grammar School (pictured) and Sandbach High School, for an exclusive open dress rehearsal of The Book of Mormon. This marks the first of many collaborative events planned for the year.
Through these partnerships, we’re engaging local students in a variety of exciting projects, offering unique insights into shows, exploring careers in theatre, and providing behind-the-scenes access to support their learning and personal growth.
Believe it or not, Grease the movie was released 46 years ago today - in 1978!!!!!
Catch the world's best-loved musical Grease The Musical at the Palace Theatre from Tue 8 - Sat 19 Oct. 👉 https://atgtix.co/3Zcd8qY
Make it a knight to remember and grab your tickets to the brand new comedy musical, A Knight's Tale, based on the iconic 2001 film.
📅 Fri 11 Apr - Sat 10 May 2025
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/3XBSSy2
DEAR EVAN HANSEN X TIKTOK: LIVE STREAM
The brand-new production of the Olivier, Tony and Grammy award-winning Best Musical DEAR EVAN HANSEN will hold a TikTok LIVE at 1.00pm on Saturday 14 September, in which the cast and band will perform three numbers from the upcoming tour.
Tune in at tiktok.com/
The livestream will feature studio performances of Waving Through A Window (performed by Ryan Kopel), Good for You (performed by Alice Fearn, Vivian Panka, Tom Dickerson and Ryan Kopel) and You Will Be Found (performed by the full company).
Ryan Kopel (Newsies) stars in the iconic role of Evan Hansen, alongside Lauren Conroy (Into The Woods) as Zoe Murphy and Alice Fearn (Wicked, Come From Away) as Evan’s mum, Heidi.
Packed with some of the biggest musical theatre songs of the last decade, DEAR EVAN HANSEN has a score by Benj Pasek and Justin Paul (Oscar-winning composers for The Greatest Showman) and a book by Steven Levenson. Its many awards include the Tony® Award for Best Musical, Olivier Award for Best New Musical and the Grammy® Award for Best Musical Theatre Album.
The trotters are on their way to MANCHESTER! Comment to let us know when you’ll be joining us! 🚖
📅 Mon 11 - Sat 23 Nov 2024
🎟️ https://atgtix.co/4dWrFvo
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