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.

Gig | Shockout BTEC Showcase 2026 | RNCM | Tue 14 Apr | From £15.50

Shockout’s talented BTEC students deliver an electrifying dance and music fusion showcasing the next generation of performers at the prestigious RNCM.

124 Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9RD
Dance | Ballet Black at 25 | Lowry | Tue 14 Apr | From £13.00

Celebrating 25 years, Cassa Pancho’s Ballet Black captivates with powerful storytelling and striking choreography, featuring debuts by Alvin Ailey royalty Hope Boykin and Mthuthuzeli November.

Pier 8, The Quays, Salford, M50 3AZ
Classical | Chetham’s Lunchtime Concerts | Stoller Hall | Tue 14 Apr | From £2.50

Enjoy a free recital (plus suggested donations) from Chetham’s School of Music’s finest young musicians aged 8-18, showcasing the UK’s emerging classical talent in a lunchtime concert.

Hunts Bank, Manchester M3 1DA
Classical | Public Building Tour | Bridgewater Hall | Tue 14 Apr | £10.00

Discover Manchester’s iconic Bridgewater Hall with an expert-guided tour exploring its fascinating history, architecture, and acoustics in this exclusive 90-minute experience.

Lower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3WS
Gig | Fridge | The Eagle Inn | Tue 14 Apr

Manchester grassroots indie-rock band Fridge brings an electric night of live music with support from Bleachwear and The Blue Rogues in Salford’s vibrant Eagle Inn.

19, Collier Street, Salford, M3 7DW
Words:
Finn Howard
Published on:
Tue 14 Apr 2026