Theatre

Manchester theatre tickets slashed to just £15 in biggest-ever January sale

The theatre sale includes LOADS of cheap tickets for Bat Out Of Hell. (This article contains affiliate links)

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A huge sale on theatre tickets has gone live with shows in Manchester slashed to as little as £15.

From hit musicals to family favourites to dazzling dance and opera, the massive January Sale will let you see live entertainment for way less.

Thousands of discounted tickets are up for grabs across the UK, including at the Palace Theatre and the Opera House in Manchester.

ATG’s biggest-ever January sale includes smash hit shows like Bat Out Of Hell, Swan Lake, and Kinky Boots.

It also includes some huge shows coming to Manchester city centre for the first time in 2025, like Here You Come Again, a musical filled with the hits of Dolly Parton.

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The huge theatre ticket sale includes incredible performances happening in the coming weeks, with both Swan Lake and The Nutcracker at the Opera House this month.

Or you could save big on a fabulous and flamboyant night out with Kinky Boots when it lands at the Palace Theatre in February.

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Be whisked away with your favourite childhood musical, Chitty Chitty Bang Bang, in March, or immerse yourself in the rock n roll world of Meatloaf’s Bat Out Of Hell with a musical inspired by the iconic album in February.

Kinky Boots is included in the January theatre tickets sale. Credit: Ollie Rosser
Kinky Boots is included in the January theatre tickets sale. Credit: Ollie Rosser
A scene from Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Credit: Tristram Kenton
A scene from Joseph And The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Credit: Tristram Kenton

There are also big savings to be had on Come Fall In Love, a musical comedy based on Bollywood’s most successful film, which is set to open in Manchester in 2025.

Other shows included in the theatre ticket sale are Calamity Jane, Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat, Cruel Intentions, and Ellen Kent: La Bohème.

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And they’ve teased that there are more shows to be added to the sale still too.

The ATG Tickets January sale is now live – have a browse and book tickets HERE.

Manchester theatre shows in the ATG January sale:

Manchester Opera House

  • Swan Lake – 16-17 January at 7.30pm; 19 January at 3pm
  • The Nutcracker – 18 January at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
  • Calamity Jane- 21-22 January at 2.30pm and 7.30pm.
  • Here You Come Again – The New Dolly Parton Musical – 4-6 February at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
  • Ellen Kent: La Bohème – 21 February at 7.30pm
  • Ellen Kent: La Traviata – 23 February at 7.30pm
  • Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat – 26-27 February at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
  • Seven Drunken Nights – The Story of the Dubliners – 17 March at 7.30pm
  • Come Fall in Love – 29-30 May at 7.30pm; 2-5 June at at 2.30pm and 7.30pm

Manchester Palace Theatre

  • Kinky Boots – 5-6 February at 2.30pm
  • Bat Out Of Hell – 24-25 February at 7.30pm, 26-27 February at 2.30pm and 7.30pm
  • Chitty Chitty Bang Bang – 11-12 March at 7pm
  • Cruel Intentions – 25-28 March at 2.30pm, 5pm, 7.30pm and 8.30pm

ATG Tickets said: “2025 is a HUGE year for live entertainment and we’re celebrating with our biggest ticket sale ever.

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“Experience the magic of live entertainment with ticket prices from as little as £20 (+ £3.95 transaction fee per order)!

“Enjoy unbeatable discounts on a diverse selection of shows across Musicals, Plays, Comedy, Family Favourites, and Dance & Opera.

“Don’t miss out – book now and make unforgettable memories this year!”

The ATG Tickets January sale is now live – have a browse and book tickets HERE.

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Theatre

Swordplay and rock ‘n’ roll: A Knight’s Tale comes to Manchester Opera House

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From the moment the curtain rises at Manchester Opera House, A Knight’s Tale bursts into life with exhilarating energy. This stage adaptation of the beloved 2001 film expertly blends medieval spectacle with a bold, modern twist.

Full of jousting tournaments, noble quests, and underdog triumphs, the production delivers both heart and high drama – all with a heady dose of rock ‘n’ roll.

At the centre of it all is William Thatcher, a young squire who dares to defy his lowly birth and enter the world of high-born knights. Played with charm and confidence by Andrew Coshan, William’s journey from peasant to jousting champion is rousing, if occasionally veering into heroic cliché.

Still, Coshan’s likability and natural charisma keep the audience cheering for him through every lance charge and dramatic monologue. The supporting cast also shines.

A Knight’s Tale the musical at Manchester Opera House. (Credit: Press Shot)

A standout is Eva Scott, whose comic timing and delivery consistently land laughs, often stealing scenes with her sharp one-liners.

Meanwhile, Meesha Turner brings elegance and spark to the role of Princess Jocelyn. Her powerful vocals during the show’s pop-classic ballads transform the character into a fiery, modern princess you can’t help but root for.

The production’s standout sequences are undoubtedly the jousts, theatrical set pieces that are an absolute masterclass in stagecraft. Using a clever combination of rigging, physical choreography, and dynamic sound design, the creative team conjures a truly immersive atmosphere.

Dramatic lighting and resonant sound effects make you feel the thud of hooves and the crash of lances. The cleverly designed set, featuring an arena-style jousting field, draws the audience into the action in a way that feels fresh and cinematic.

However, the show stumbles slightly in its quieter, more emotional scenes. The dialogue, while laced with humour, sometimes dips into melodrama. The villain, Count Adhemar, feels a touch underwritten, with motivations that don’t quite match the emotional weight the story strives for, but is still well-acted.

Don’t just take it from us: the A Knight’s Tale reviews from Manchester crowds are already very strong.

The stakes between him and William never fully build to the payoff they could – leaving certain dramatic beats a little flat. Musically, the show makes a bold departure from traditional scores. Instead, it leans into a soundtrack of classic rock anthems; think Queen, AC/DC, The Who and more.

At first, it seems like an odd match for a medieval tale, just as it did with the movie, but it works brilliantly. The music injects the show with rebellious energy and gives it a timeless quality. It’s loud, bold, and exactly what this high-octane tale of ambition and identity calls for.

A special mention must go to the ensemble and choreography. The jousting scenes are beautifully choreographed, blending acrobatics, dance, and swordplay with seamless precision. Even in quieter moments, the movement on stage supports the storytelling with subtle grace.

But the unexpected stars of the show? The horses. Designed with clever costume and movement illusions, they create the convincing effect of riders in full gallop – and at times, they very nearly steal the spotlight altogether.

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Though clearly aimed at adult audiences, with its cheeky humour and classic rock soundtrack, the show flirts with the spirit of panto, oversized characters, regional accents, and exaggerated physical comedy. And it works.

The regional dialects add warmth and levity, grounding the fantasy in a cheeky, very British sensibility.
In the end, A Knight’s Tale is a triumphant and entertaining spectacle, an electrifying mix of medieval mythology and modern musical theatre.

Whether you’re a die-hard fan of the original film or seeing the story for the first time, this production offers a fun, fast-paced, and surprisingly heartfelt night out. It’s not perfect, but it’s hard not to be swept up in the clashing swords, galloping hooves, and power chords.

Put simply, this is a knight to remember – with a soundtrack that slays.

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Theatre

A theatre adaptation of Alfred Hitchcock’s classic spy film North By Northwest is coming to Manchester

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Alfred Hitchcock’s much-loved spy classic, North By NorthWest, is hitting the stage and visiting one of Manchester’s most celebrated theatres. 

This new, riotously funny production will be visiting HOME theatre for a run of shows kicking off this week. 

The show reworks Hitchcock’s film of the same name, following one man who accidentally lands himself in the middle of a Cold War conspiracy. 

Now adapted for the stage by Emma Rice, North By Northwest follows an unfortunate mix-up where a mistimed phone call to his mother lands Roger Thornhill in a spot of bother. 

Alfred Hitchcock’s classic spy film North By Northwest is hitting the stage in Manchester / Credit: Steve Tanner (via Supplied)

Audiences will see this unlikely (and reluctant) hero head on the run, dodging spies, airplanes and a femme fatale. 

For the theatre production at HOME, the classic spy film (that starred Cary Grant) has been turned on its head and stars just six shape-shifting performers. 

There’s a fabulous 1950s soundtrack to go with it too – and, apparently, a lot of suitcases. 

Tickets are now on sale, and it’s already being described as a must-see / Credit: Steve Tanner (via Supplied)

North By NorthWest promises ‘glamour, romance, jeopardy and a liberal sprinkling of tender truths’.

Artistic director Emma Rice has already adapted and directed products for Wise Children including The Buddha of Suburbia, Blue Beard, and Wuthering Heights, plus worked as artistic director for Shakespeare’s Globe. 

The cast is made up of Mirabelle Gremaud as Anna; Patrycja Kujawska as Eve Kendall; Kary Owen as The Professor; Simon Oskarsson as Valerian; Karl Queensborough as Phillip Vandamm; and Ewan Wardrop as Roger Thornhill.

North by Northwest is a co-production with Wise Children, York Theatre Royal, HOME Manchester and Liverpool Everyman and Playhouse, and is currently on a UK tour. 

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You can catch it at HOME between 29 April and 10 May – see more and book tickets HERE.

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