Theatres in Manchester

“I had a wonderful evening at a performance of 'Dad's Army'. The entire thing was highly professional - the costumes were wonderful, sets elaborate and detailed, and the acting was excellent. They even coped very well with one of their actors being taken ill before the performance - the show must go on, I guess!”

“Excellent little theatre with a friendly and inviting atmosphere”

“Brilliant production of Cinderella last night, laughter throughout the room all through out the performance. Brilliant cast who all have good futures in their industry! A big thank you to Adam Bowler for the invite and hats off to the him as even on his night off he’s grafting and helping out”

“Lovely theatre, friendly staff and a welcoming bar/cafe. We'll be back!”

“Fabulous local theatre company performing high quality plays in an intimate studio theatre space. Highly recommended!”

“Lovely, friendly theatre with hard worked professional performances in amateur dramatics. Don't forget the back room staff either with a great welcome from front of house to tremendously well designed sets, lighting and sound. Get their as soon as you can.”

“Incredible cinema, great atmosphere. You can have food and drinks served to you whilst you watch your movie. Great night out.”

“The bar was good clean environment, want to see Alan Bennett's Habeas Corpus, didn't think it was funny, I'm not woke, I think woke is ruining things, some of the references where not of my time.”

“Good selection of plays, more than just amateur dramatics. Ice cream and a well stocked bR at the interval -what more could I ask for”

“Excellent small amateur dramatic theatre and bar. New shows now taking place. Tribute acts are often booked. Lively atmosphere great place to visit.”

“Absolutely fantastic! We have watched a few performances here now and our children thoroughly enjoy them (As do we!!!) Highly recommended!”

“Last night's show was well presented it involved children of all ages and abilities who all displayed confidents.”

“My husband and I went to watch Hindle Wakes earlier tonight, and it was brilliant. :) Theatre is comfortable, the set was amazing and the bar and staff was great, (so much so, that we've already booked the next play.) If you're curious, go along. You will be pleasantly surprised, and I thoroughly recommend.”

“I enjoyed Romeo and Juliet last night. All actors were a pleasure to watch. It had a really nice twist including the two local football teams. The actors played their rolls very convincingly. The stage, props and costumes were very simple but effect. It began with audience participation. There was a part were the actor faked kicking a football at the audience, that was hilarious. To all well done!”

“Never been before but wasn't disappointed, a lovely experience. We will be back”

“I go to CATS youth theatre and have since I was little. I know that everyone there absolutely loves what they do - the staff are so helpful, and you can always talk to them, and have a good laugh with them and it's an amazing place to be, and learn how to improve skills :)”

“The glad game was the best performance I've seen yet. The work theatre workshop does with young people is amazing.”

“Really nice local theatre. Parking is available but spaces are limited, there is parking however around the theatre within walking distance. A bar and tea and coffee is available and they do have wheelchair access. Very entertaining shows and ran by dedicated volunteers. Proud to have this little gem in our town.”

“Small local theatre with good events and reasonable prices. Booked here to go to a panto at Christmas with 10 friends, cost a third of the prices of a panto at the main Manchester theatre. It was camp, funny and everyone loved it. Drinks were relatively cheap for Manchester too.”

“Lovely little theatre within the Lowry. The theatre is smaller than the Lyric Theatre and has its own bar and toilets. I've sat in a variety of different seats and all had good views and were comfortable.”

“Really enjoyable experience. Ticket prices good. Nice and compact theatre run by enthusiasts. Well worth a go as not a theatre goer but a friend was starring. Will definitely go again.”

“Great little local theatre, in New Mills. run by local volunteers and donations. Had fun evening plenty of laughs at the comedy store show. You won’t be disappointed.”

“A wide range of productions in a friendly and welcoming environment.”

“A fantastic show ( Songs from the silver screen) .Great theatre with a lovely ambience and welcoming staff.”

“Always a great night at the Garrick. Good value, friendly helpful staff. The actors put their all into the performance.”

“Enjoyed the panto and warm welcoming feeling from everyone theatre is a lovely place to come to”

“Great place with friendly, happy and helpful staff who are happy to assist you with any questions or needs. The plays are incredible and are very well done with extremely good actors and incredible sets to look at. I would definitely recommend for you to go down and have a look !”

“Annual member and a brilliant day out to look forward to. Plus the bar is well equipped with ice creams and booze. Always a good time.”

“Great theatre. Comfy seats, helpful staff and delicious snacks at the intermission. The Cinderella pantomime was brilliant too!”

“Carol and her team are so enthusiastic about young actors, it's a great place for anyone to get started in acting for both theatre and camera.”