Suggs brings his one man show to The Lowry on Tuesday with Suggs: what a King Cnut spilling the beans on the surprises that awaited him once he hit the big time (and even before). As you’d imagine from a character like Suggs, the show covers a range of mapcap adventures the Madness frontman has…
Have you ever wondered what really goes on behind the scenes in schools? Just what do schools inspectors actually come across? You may just find out at Waterside Arts Centre. With a keen ear for the absurd and sharp eye for the ludicrous, Gervase Phinn, reveals all. The Comedian, author, poet, broadcaster, lecturer, educational guru,…
Ten days of activity, music and theatre comes to Sale’s Waterside Arts Centre with Refract:17 running from Friday 21 until Sunday 30 July. The programme features experiential performance, music and events to challenge visitors of all ages to see things differently both in and outside Trafford’s arts venue. What’s on at Refract:17? There’s something for…
Chris Rock has announced his first UK tour in 10 years, opening at Manchester Arena. The Grammy and Emmy Award winning comedian, actor, director, writer and producer has revealed seven UK Arena dates for early 2018 as a part of his Total Blackout Tour. This summer, Rock will be reuniting with Adam Sandler in production…
Want to explore the language, history and use of swearing in modern and historical society? Well this could be right up your alley. Waterside Arts Centre Sale will be hosting Swear School, an informative, foul-mouthed and fast-paced show exploring just that. Punk poet Thick Richard (aka Matthew Duffy) will be taking audiences through an A-Z…
Acclaimed cabaret night Pen:Chant will host another night of local, national and international comedy, spoken word and music at Gorilla on Wednesday 21 September. Hosted by award-winning writer and performer Ben Mellor, Pen:Chant is a night of eclectic, alternative cabaret programmed and hosted by award-winning writer and performer Ben Mellor. Touring national and international fringe…
After phenomenal demand for the Adam Buxton Bug: David Bowie special at Manchester’s Albert Hall, a second date has now been added on Sunday 17 April. A must-see for fans of the Thin White Duke, this BUG Special is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy some key moments from David Bowie’s life and career on the…
BUG Bowie special to celebrate legend’s incredible music video output Manchester’s Albert Hall is set to host Adam Buxton’s return to the city as he presents a very special BUG show celebrating some of David Bowie’s incredible music video output and other on-screen appearances. A must-see for fans of the Thin White Duke, this BUG…
The cast of Comedy Central’s Impractical Jokers featuring the acclaimed comedy troupe The Tenderloins (made up of Sal Vulcano, Joe Gatto, James “Murr” Murray and Brian “Q” Quinn) has announced a new live show for the UK – Santiago Sent Us! The Tenderloins, a New York-based comedy troupe, whose four members – Joe Gatto, James…
Following a sell-out run at Camden Fringe 2015, comedy duo Saban Kazim and Sarah Sheldon are joining forces again in March for a one-off hour-long show of stand-up and storytelling in Manchester… This is a unique opportunity to see the two outside of London – Saban won the Comedy Store King Gong in 2014 and…
