Opera House, Manchester

Opera House, Manchester
Quay Street, Manchester, M3 3HP Street map

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Spring Summer 2009 Season at The Opera House, Manchester:

Never Forget
Friday 3 to Saturday 18 April 2009
Direct from its acclaimed West End run, Never Forget is a spectacular story of ambition and betrayal bursting with life, laughs and great songs that is coming to the Opera House Theatre in Manchester this April as part of a major UK tour. The show follows the roller coaster journey of our young hero Ash, who finds himself caught between fame, fortune and friendship as he struggles to realize his dreams. With a little help from his friends Ash discovers that sometimes pretending to be someone else can help you find out who you really are. Packed with poptastic Take That anthems, including the chart-topping smashes Relight My Fire; Pray; Back For Good; Babe; and of course, Never Forget.

Dreamboats and Petticoats
Monday 20 to Saturday 25 April 2009

Little Shop of Horrors
Monday 27 April to Saturday 2 May 2009

The Tales of Peter Rabbit
Monday 4 May 2009

10cc
Tuesday 5 May 2009

The Solid Silver 60s Show
Friday 8 May 2009

Al Stewart
Saturday 9 May 2009

That'll Be the Day
Monday 11 May 2009

Shaolin Warriors
Tuesday 12 May 2009

Brendan O'Carroll
Wednesday 13 May 2009

The Songs of Sister Act
Thursday 14 May 2009
Starring Sheila Ferguson, Rowetta (Happy Mondays and X Factor) and The London Community Gospel Choir, the theatre with fill with the sound of those famous Gospel hits from the Sister Act movies making this a high energy concert production that is a must see show. So get those habits on, dig out your dancing shoes and prepare for the night of your life at the Opera House Theatre in Manchester this coming May! Fancy dress encouraged! This unforgettable concert show includes songs such Oh Happy Day; Joyful Joyful; Shout; and Ain't No Mountain High Enough. Casting subject to change.

Bat the Symphony
Friday 15 May 2009
The songs from Bat Out Of Hell performed live with a full orchestra. Steve Steinman, the creator and singing force behind three of the world’s best selling rock musical-concerts, now brings you the ultimate rock experience at the Manchester Opera House Thaatre with Bat the Symphony which combines a 40 piece orchestra with the power of a rock band and the vocals of Steinman, generating what can only be described as a mind-blowing musical event. With the intensity of a rock concert and the style and grace of an opera, Steinman has combined two worlds to present these much loved songs as they were always intended to be.

The Brothers Gibb
Saturday 16 May 2009
A stunning fully live concert production celebrating the greatest hits of the world’s foremost songwriters and the undisputed champions of popular music - The Bee Gees. With breathtaking authenticity and flawless musicianship performed by the finest artistes in the land, this two hour show roller-coaster rides through four decades of non-stop hits.

Chuckle Trek - the Lost Generation
Sunday 17 May 2009
To boldly go where no-one has gone for a while... Paul and Barry set off on a new adventure and this time find themselves hurtling through Space. Captain James T Burke needs to recruit a crew to go on board the USS Exercise as they must save the Earth from being taken over by a nation of rogue 'Robots'. The alien Robot colony has waged war on our world and must be stopped at all costs! Are the Chuckle Brothers the intrepid duo who can do this? – Of course they are! Don't miss this brand new adventure in Space at the Manchester Opera House Theatre this coming May - book now to avoid disappointment.

Carmen - Ellen Kent International
Monday 18 and Tuesday 19 May 2009

Ross Noble
Wednesday 20 to Saturday 23 May 2009
Geordie King of Stand Up Comedy Ross Noble is back! Known for his brilliant freeform improvisation and highly engaging live shows, Ross is widely tipped and critically acclaimed as one of the worlds finest and funniest comedians. Don't miss him when he comes to The Manchester Opera House Theatre as part of a UK tour - Ross, who picked up a British Comedy Award Nomination for best live comedy show in 2006, is always popular so early booking is strongly advised. Suitable for 15 years plus.

Romeo and Juliet - Northern Ballet Theatre
Wednesday 27 to Saturday 30 May 2009

The Naked Truth
Monday 8 to Wednesday 10 June 2009

An Evening of Mediumship with Tony Stockwell
Thursday 11 June 2009

American Superstar Wrestling
Friday 12 June 2009
The colourful, charismatic kings of the canvas are coming to town for American Superslam team action. You have seen it on TV, now experience the excitement and atmosphere of big time wrestling live at the Opera House Manchester Theatre - there's absolutely nothing like it! Solo and tag team bouts and over the top rope rumble battles will provide an unforgettable spectacle for the whole family!

Dolly
Saturday 13 June 2009
A Celebration of the Leading Lady of Country. Dolly Parton is a legend. An award winning singer, composer, musician, actress and author, here we celebrate the music that made her the icon she is today. A full cast of singers, dancers and superb musicians take you on a musical journey through her early days to the arena concerts of today. A show like no other, performing hits such as 9 to 5; I Will Always Love You; Islands in the Stream; Jolene; Here You Come Again; Coat of Many Colors; and many more.

Quadrophenia
Tuesday 16 to Saturday 20 June 2009

Here Come the Boys
Wednesday 24 June 2009

Thriller - Live
Thursday 25 to Saturday 27 June 2009

Antony and the Johnsons
Friday 3 and Saturday 4 July 2009

SCOOBY-DOO and the Pirate Ghost Live on Stage!
Wednesday 8 to Saturday 11 July 2009
Scooby-Doo and the gang are back! Following their sell-out success with 'Stagefright', the ultimate cartoon classic explodes onto to stage of the Manchester Opera House Theatre with a brand new show to entertain the whole family - Scooby-Doo and the Pirate Ghost. Come and see these much loved Hanna-Barbera characters as they face one hilarious situation after another, mixing their familiar blend of classic physical comedy, popular tunes and special effects into an irresistible theatrical experience which is sure to appeal equally to parents who grew up watching the television show and kids who have discovered Scooby-Doo for the first time.

Sing-A-Long-A Annie
Saturday 25 July 2009

Sing-A-Long-A Joseph
Saturday 25 July 2009

Noddy In Toyland
Monday 27 July 2009

Remember When
Wednesday 12 August 2009

Elvis On Tour
Saturday 15 August 2009

Kings of Swing
Tuesday 1 September 2009
Take a fantastic band and add some of the finest performers the West End has on offer and you can be sure you are in for a truly great night. This production at the Manchester Opera House Theatre features all your favourite songs from those golden years including My Way, Volare, Mack the Knife, That's Life, Send in the Clowns, Moon River, My Kind of Town and that's just for starters...

Audience with Sally Morgan
Thursday 3 September 2009

Rockin' On Heaven's Door
Friday 4 September 2009

Kevin 'bloody' Wilson
Saturday 5 September 2009

Rob Brydon
Thursday 17 September 2009

Lord Of The Dance
Tuesday 22 to Sunday 27 September 2009
Already seen by over 50 million people in 40 different countries, The Lord of the Dance comes to the Manchester Opera House Theatre for a strictly limited one week season in September 2009. Much of the secret to Lord of the Dance's phenomenal success is that it speaks to all, crossing boundaries of age, gender, and cultural diversity. Its timeless, universal appeal has made Lord of the Dance one of the modern day wonders of the world, a myth to a living legend.

Disney's High School Musical 2
Monday 5 to Saturday 10 October 2009

Blood Brothers (Touring)
Monday 12 to Saturday 24 October 2009

Vampires Rock
Sunday 25 October 2009

Best of British Mediumship - Colin Fry and TJ Higgs
Monday 26 October 2009

Gilbert O'Sullivan
Wednesday 28 October 2009

Halfway To Paradise - the Billy Fury Story
Friday 30 October 2009
All lip curling, smouldering sexiness, Billy Fury was the British Elvis and the most complete cool cat Rock 'n' Roller ever!

Sing-A-Long-A Rocky Horror Picture Show
Saturday 31 October 2009

Horrible Histories - Frightful First World War
Tuesday 3 to Saturday 7 November 2009

Horrible Histories - Woeful Second World War
Wednesday 4 to Saturday 7 November 2009

Beauty and the Beast
Tuesday 10 to Saturday 14 November 2009

Dave Spikey
Saturday 28 November 2009

Aladdin - Opera House Manchester
Saturday 5 December 2009 to Sunday 3 January 2010