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A League Of Their Own LIVE is coming to Manchester

Danny Jones Danny Jones A League Of Their Own live show Manchester tickets

The inaugural live tour version of A League Of Their Own Live Tour is heading out across the UK, with a big Manchester show booked on the list of dates.

For fans of the hit sports-based TV show on Sky, this will be the first time ever that the A League Of Their Own (ALOTO) cast will be presenting, performing and cracking plenty of jokes in front of a proper live audience.

There’s no stopping and resetting to get the shot with this production: just them and the crowds up and down the country – we know you won’t let the side down, Manchester.

Booking one of the city’s biggest and most storied live entertainment spaces, we have every faith they’ll make it a night to remember.

As you can see, already confirmed to be taking part in the live adaptation of the panel show are regular co-hosts Jamie Redknapp and Jill Scott, as well as some of the big names.

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In addition to famous former sports personalities like Manchester United defender Patrice Evra and ex-boxer Tony Bellew, they will also be joined by comedians Tom Davies and Maisie Adam.

Massive football fans themselves, who have both been part of the ALOTO cast in the past, it’s a funny lineup, for sure.

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While the main presenter, Romesh Ranganathan, has not been confirmed as part of the touring crew, it’s worth noting that the lineup could change closer to the time. We wouldn’t be surprised if they have some special guests up their sleeves for one or two of the shows, either…

Please let us see ‘Wazza’ roped in to recreate this moment:

Speaking of the dates, you can see all the shows – including the Manchester this coming autumn – currently announced down below:

A League Of Their Own Live Tour dates – 2026

  • Friday, 4 September – M&S Bank Arena, Liverpool
  • Saturday, 5 September – AO Arena, Manchester
  • Tuesday, 8 September – OVO Arena Wembley, London
  • Friday, 11 September – Utilita Arena, Newcastle upon Tyne
  • Monday, 14 September – bp pulse LIVE, Birmingham
  • Thursday, 17 September – OVO Hydro, Glasgow

As detailed above, early access can be enjoyed either for Three Mobile members or via the venue’s official presale window, which opens at 10am this Thursday, 30 April.

Meanwhile, general admission tickets go live at the same time the following Friday (1 May); you can get ready to grab yours right HERE.

Should be a laugh – see you there?

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Featured Images — Publicity pictures (supplied via AO Arena)

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Alex Warren at Co-op Live, Manchester – tickets, times, setlist and more for UK tour

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Singer-songwriter and social media star Alex Warren is visiting Co-op Live, Manchester, for two nights of out of the ‘Ordinary’ live music.

One of the founding members of the TikTok group, the ‘Hype House’, which also included fellow pop performer Addison Rae, Warren has gone on to receive global recognition for his contributions to music.

Born in California, it’s no surprise his music has managed to catapult into the mainstream as he’s been mastering content creation since he was 10 on YouTube.

His music journey began back in 2021, when he released music as an independent artist in 2021 before signing a record deal one year later, dropping the chart-topping ‘Ordinary’ in 2025.

Now, Alex Warren prepares for his biggest UK tour to date, and he’s playing two shows right here in Manchester at the 23,500 seater Co-op Live in April and May.

Gig guide | Alex Warren at Co-op Live, Manchester – all you need to know

Alex Warren is visiting Manchester at Co-op Live on 27 April and 4 May / Credit: Press Shots (supplied)
Alex Warren is visiting Manchester at Co-op Live on 27 April and 4 May / Credit: Press Shots (supplied)
Alex Warren is visiting Manchester at Co-op Live on 27 April and 4 May / Credit: Press Shots (supplied)

Alex Warren UK tour dates

  • Fri 24 April – Birmingham, UK – Utilita Arena
  • Sun 26 April – Glasgow, UK – OVO Hydro
  • Mon 27 April – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live
  • Wed 29 April – Leeds, UK – First Direct Arena
  • Thu 30 April – Nottingham, UK – Motorpoint Arena
  • Sat 2 May – Belfast, UK – SSE Arena
  • Mon 4 May – Manchester, UK – Co-op Live
  • Wed 6 May – Dublin, IE – 3Arena
  • Thu 7 May – Dublin, IE – 3Arena

Are there tickets left for Alex Warren at Co-op Live?

If you’re looking for somebody to ‘Save You a Seat’, look no further as you can get tickets to Alex Warren’s 27 April at Co-op Live HERE.

And don’t find yourself in ‘Troubled Waters’, make sure you grab tickets for Alex Warren at Co-op Live on 4 May HERE.

Alex Warren setlist for 2026 tour

  • Troubled Waters
  • Bloodline
  • The Outside
  • First Time on Earth
  • Before You Leave Me
  • You’ll Be Alright, Kid
  • Passenger
  • Never Be Far
  • Eternity
  • Catch My Breath
  • Same Stars
  • Heaven Without You
  • Fine Place To Die
  • Getaway Car
  • You Can’t Stop This
  • Carry You Home
  • Save You a Seat
  • Burning Down
  • Fever Dream
  • Ordinary

Stage times for Alex Warren at Co-op Live, Manchester

Warren has built a cult following thanks to chart-topping hits like 'Ordinary'/ Credit: Press Shots (supplied)
Warren has built a cult following thanks to chart-topping hits like 'Ordinary'/ Credit: Press Shots (supplied)
Warren has built a cult following thanks to chart-topping hits like ‘Ordinary’ (Credit: Press shots)

Co-op Live has a strict curfew of 11pm, meaning you can still get home without ‘Chasing Shadows’.

Supporting Alex Warren on the night will be Claire Rosinkranz, a singer-songwriter from California with tracks like ‘Frankenstein’ and ‘Backyard Boy’.

How to get to Co-op Live

Tram

For those of you heading to Co-op Live, you’ll be glad to know it’s right next door to a rather famous big blue stadium and its integrated Metrolink stop.

Head along the light blue or orange lines directly to the Etihad Campus or Ashton-under-Lyne, and you can get off the tram literally spitting distance from the arena. You can find the full map HERE.

Trams run frequently on the Ashton-Eccles line to the Etihad stop, with services leaving every six minutes from the city centre and until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays.

Bus

You can find the full list of bus routes HERE, with the one in closest proximity to the venue being the 53 bus, which runs from Cheetham Hill through to Higher Crumpsall, Old Trafford and Pendleton, leaving just a two-minute walk to Co-op Live.

Getting there by car and parking

If you’re driving, there is limited parking available at the venue, but this must be pre-booked ahead of time, and there are designated drop-off areas.

The postcode is M11 3DU, and you can follow the signs towards the wider Etihad Campus as you get closer; directions to the adjacent drop-off points will also be signposted.

Keep in mind that congestion on the roads close to the stadium is expected to gather around two hours prior to any event, so if you are travelling on the road, these are the suggested times they provide on event day, though estimates will obviously vary:

  • Alan Turing Way (both directions): plan an additional 20 minutes into any journey by road.
  • Hyde Road (eastbound): expect an additional 15 minutes to be added to your journey.
  • Mancunian Way (westbound): plan for an extra 10 minutes of travel time.

There are also three park-and-ride facilities near Co-op Live, but be advised that the Velopark and Holt Town stops will be closed post-event to help safely manage crowds:

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  • Ashton Moss (Ashton line) – 183 spaces and 12 disabled spaces
  • Ashton West (Ashton line) – 184 spaces and 11 disabled spaces
  • Ladywell (Ashton-Eccles line) – 332 spaces and 22 disabled spaces

Walk/cycle

Lastly, Co-op Live is only a half-hour stroll from Manchester Piccadilly, and you could even walk along the canal all the way to the front door if you fancy taking the scenic route.

Greater Manchester now also offers the option to hire bikes on the Beryl app, with riders able to locate, unlock, get to their destination and then safely lock up the bike all through an easy-to-use app. There are hire points just near the south-west corner of the Etihad Stadium on Ashton New Road.

For more information on all travel options, you can check out the enhanced journey planner.

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Featured Images – Press shots (supplied)

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