Innovative choreographer Alexis Rouvre’s “circus of objects” blends humour and dense poetry in a stunning choreographic ballet exploring the essence of time.
For the first time in Mancheser, by way of the fabulous Stoller Hall, Saleh El Nawawy takes the stage with his comedy show Saleh Lel Estekhdam.
The Portico hosts a night of poetry and contemporary storytelling which reimagines and reclaims the mythic figure of Cressida this June.
The show is created by acclaimed performer Stephe Harrop, who specialises in irreverent spoken-word shows inspired by the mythic histories of Britain.
Award-winning comedian Aarian Mehrabani hosts an evening showcasing some of the UK’s most exciting new comedy talent at Lowry’s Aldridge Studio Theatre.
BBC Radio Manchester presenter Eamonn O’Neal sits down with John Thomson (The Fast Show, Cold Feet, Spitting Image) for a chat about his three-decade-long career as career as a comedian, actor, narrator and drummer at The Edge in Chorlton this Friday.
The legendary UB40 return to Manchester this weekend, with special guests Maxi Priest and Aswald, celebrating over 45 years of chart-topping hits.
Bafta and Emmy-nominated composer Ilan Eshkeri joins forces with the European Space Agency for a dazzling audio-visual experience at Aviva Studios this Saturday.
Space Station Earth invites audiences to see through the eyes of an astronaut, exploring how witnessing the Earth from space reshapes human perspective.
Now in its sixth year, and coming off the back of sold-out shows in 2025, Green Island will return to the unique backdrop of Hulme Community Garden Centre and NIAMOS on Sat 6 Jun, followed by instalments on Sat 25 Jul and Sat 5 Sep.
- Words:
- Finn Howard
- Published on:
- Mon 1 Jun 2026
BAFTA-winning actor and comedian Richard Ayoade brings his unique reflections and colossal notions to Lowry with an evening of sharp wit and insight.