Theatre events in Manchester

“The venue was superb as a host to the Fish Lip Soup BigBand. Excellent stage, lighting and audio. The Theatre also arranged the seating for the audience in Covid precaution manner with distancing. Great venue.”

“Went to see play with great-neice in, good play and pleasant atmosphere while waited for her to finish the after party.”

“Very reasonable price and fantastic location. Room was spotless and good amenities. Iron and ironing board provided on request. Free wifi and tv in each room. Also spotless. If I had to fault, the maid walked in in the morning at 8am, she did knock and walk in but I didn’t think I would need to put the “don’t clean” sign on the door as we were only staying one night. But overall a pleasant experience and would definitely stay again!”

“Stayed here recently and it was a treat, from entering the staff were super helpful. The room was incredibly spacious and the shower area is not separated by a wall, so imagine you'd have to be close to the person you're staying with! For me, this wasn't an issue but maybe for some. The gym was great, small but decent kit and the sauna and steam room a total treat too! The breakfast has loads of choice and again, staff very friendly. I would LOVE to go back soon. There is a mini art gallery on the first floor too and it is in a great location, close to Deansgate Station, Oxford Road and so much more.”

“I came from London to watch a football game, the Hotel is right next to the Tram station, St Peters Square which was amazing and made everything easy, also is was like an 8min walk to the Shopping Centre and all other shops which made it easy. The Hotel staff were nice, the lounge was chilled and comfortable, the room was modern, clean, a bit on the small side but doesn't really matter since I'm not living there, the bed was so so comfortable and a clean and powerful shower. I've been to Manchester a few times now and this was the first time I stayed in this hotel and I will definitely be making it the hotel I stay at from now on.”

“Great cinema, probably one of the best I’ve been to. Went to see John Wick and the price was very good. What made it was the spacious & comfortable reclining leather seats, large drinks holder trays which fit my drinks, snacks and handbag! It was so comfortable I even took my shoes off and got super cosy. You can also get alcoholic beverages to take into the theatre! I’ve never seen this before so it was a nice added touch. Would recommended.”

“Our yearly visit for the panto. Great little theatre and always have a great time. Need to go more often as we need to help keep these places going!”

“A great performance. Really enjoyed our evening, entertaining and full of laughs. Such a small theatre but full of talent.”

“Excellent production. Very proud to support our own little theatre”

“Very well organised. Nice and clean. Disabled access was good. Bar drink code was adequate and refreshments were available. Excellent idea of being able to order drinks for the interim period so you could just pick them up. Toilets were superbly clean. Such a grand place to visit and experience.”

“We go here every year to watch the adult panto it's so funny the place its self is great you always get a good view no matter where you sit. The staff are great and quick to serve drinks.”

“Went to watch The Lion King. On the circle in row B. Really great show, it's a must watch. Leg room was tight. I'm 6ft 2 and I would definitely go for a front row seat next time. Easy to get too as the train station is 30 seconds away. Can't fault it.”

“Went to see daughter at a dance showcase. Nice little theatre attached to a school.”

“Our 7 year old daughter attended for 1 week last week during half term. She loved it and was very happy every morning and night. There were plenty of staff and it seemed very safe when I arrived each night. The location was handy as my wife and I both work I different offices on the quays. We travel from bramhall direction and having somewhere close to work removed the usual half term stress of having to get back home in time. The actual set up internally looked fantastic, other half term clubs have been in 'rent by the day' school halls and seemed to not have have the advantage of purpose built resources. All in all, it is well run, safe and our daughter had a lovely week there. Thanks to all the team at Footlights!!”

“One of the best Turkish restaurant in the area. Beautiful seating hall. The seating area is very big but it was even on Wednesday afternoon. But we didn't have to wait. The food was absolutely delicious. Portion sizes are big. Other than Hummas everything was so delicious. I won't recommend Hummas from this place. Very friendly and polite staff. And service was fast as well. No dedicated parking”

“Staff are very kind and polite as are everyone else.... It's a nice relaxed environment with a pool table and situated close to town center”

“Me and my colleagues call in every Friday for a few drinks and a catch up. The guys working here are amazing, always happy to welcome us and make us feel at home. Lovely and welcoming atmosphere. Love it here and the staff, especially our Vicki, Laura and Sasha who put up with our Friday heads every week.”

“Wonderful musical theatre group, the children enjoy and learn”

“I absolutely love this place! The production that I attended in December 2019 was sooooooo entertaining. Thrilling, funny, charming, exciting and more! Brilliant venue, fantastic actors. Bravo Encore!”

“We all enjoyed this performance. I really hope to go to another next year. The audience moves around the different acts which are all set around and about heaton hall. To be able to go inside Heaton hall was a privilege. The actors were all smashing my favourites were Lucy and the inspector along with Dracula who was magical. I definitely would recommend it.”

“Cardwell Theatre School is absolutely brilliant! I learnt to dance there, Miss Lynda (Cardwell) was my teacher and now I'm lucky enough that my daughter also attends. They cater for a range of ages (although mostly 3-18) and abilities, whether you're starting out or would like to consider a career on the stage. They offer a range of different classes, from ballet to tap and musical theatre - even adult jazz and tap classes. The school has produced a number of noted performers including performers with the Royal National Ballet, and recently former students staring in Billy Elliot, Shrek the Musical and Wicked. I cannot recommend highly enough!”

“My daughter has been coming to the junior drama class for a couple of years and she absolutely loves it. She has come out of her shell and has made lots of new friends”

“Alison is a wonderful teacher. She has taught both my boys from a young age and has personalised her teaching to each of their needs. She takes her time to really get to know each child in her class and makes sure each and every one has the best time. Not only is it fun, its great exercise for the kids as well. My boys absolutely adore her, what an amazing teacher!”

“Comfortable seating. I was on the 2nd row of top level (cheaper sests), and we could see the stage perfectly, but the top of the screen at the back of the stage was not visible. It did not affect our enjoyment of the show. Leaving the car park at the outlet after an evening show can take a long time.”