Looking for a spontaneous night of music or theatre in Manchester? We’ve got you covered with our round-up of the best live gigs and productions around the city tonight.

Live show | Eric Idle | Bridgewater Hall Manchester | Thu 18 Sep | From £54.25

Legendary Monty Python co-founder Eric Idle presents a nostalgic one-man musical featuring comedy, music, and his trademark wit.

Lower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3WS
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Live show | Uncanny - Fear of the Dark | The Lowry Salford | Thu 18 Sep | From £33.00

Creator of the award-winning BBC paranormal podcast Danny Robins brings his spine-tingling investigation into real-life ghostly mysteries to the stage.

Pier 8, The Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ
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Live show | Send in the Clowns: A Little Flop of Horrors | Hope Mill Theatre | Thu 18 Sep | £20.50

Hosted by Drag Idol UK winner and cabaret superstar, this wild and raucous drag revue celebrates musical theatre villainy with outrageous takes on iconic shows.

113 Pollard Street, Manchester, M4 7JA
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Dance | RAMBERT X (LA)HORDE | The Lowry Salford | Thu 18 Sep | From £17.50

World-renowned contemporary dance company Rambert joins forces with acclaimed French collective (LA)HORDE for a visceral and punchy show drenched in neon lights.

Pier 8, The Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ
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Live show | FLIGHT | Factory International | Thu 18 Sep | £15.00

Experience a thrilling journey in complete darkness inside a 40ft shipping container from the critically acclaimed immersive theatre company Darkfield.

Water Street, Manchester, M3 4JQ
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Words:
Finn Howard
Published on:
Thu 18 Sep 2025

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