Coming to Lowry this autumn, Shellshocked is a thrilling new drama examining the aftershocks of war on the mind of a young soldier.

Sheffield Theatres and the Royal Exchange Theatre join forces to revive Friel’s extraordinary play in a major new co-production, directed by Elizabeth Newman.

Candlelight storytelling returns to Shakespeare North Playhouse this Halloween. A haunting evening of ghostly tales, beautifully told.

Wisteria Theatre Company bring a punch-packing debut to Salford. Vivienne Franzmann’s raw, claustrophobic drama about sisterhood and survival.

A visceral, high-energy dance work by Sung Im Her, exploring the climate crisis through electrifying movement, live sound and light.

Graeae’s new performance tells the devastating true story of the boys held at Medomsley Youth Detention Centre, County Durham in the 1980s.

Capturing the adrenaline of elite sport and the personal cost of success, this bold one-woman play is inspired by the life of England netball legend Tracey Neville.

Opera North bring three productions to Lowry this November – La bohème, Susanna and the family-friendly Big Opera Mystery.

A heartwarming festive treat for all ages, this brand-new musical adaptation of A Christmas Carol brings Bolton’s stage to life with music, magic and Dickensian spirit.

Opera North invite families to don their detective hats and help catch an expert thief on the loose in this new musical adventure.

It was a sell-out success at Edinburgh Fringe – Chalk Line’s new show brings laughter, energy and youthful friendship to Liverpool this autumn.

Oldham Coliseum takes its theatre off-site with Helios – a modern retelling of Greek myth blending storytelling, music and light.

HOME’s Christmas show Freaky Friday makes its UK stage premiere. A funny, heartfelt Disney musical offering a ‘body-swappingly’ brilliant alternative to panto.

It’s alive. Expect charm, spot-on comic timing and fancy footwork when Liverpool welcomes the UK tour of Young Frankenstein this Christmas.

Aviva Studios, home of Factory International, is a landmark new cultural space in the heart of Manchester, hosting some of the city’s most unique gigs.

HOME, Manchester’s famous cross-arts venue, is a crown jewel when it comes to culture. Two theatres, five cinema screens, a large gallery, restaurant, bar, café and bookshop.

With two theatres, galleries and a studio space, The Lowry combines the performing and visual arts to impressive effect and is loved for both its famous LS Lowry Collection and the dizzying array of productions it hosts year on year.

Leeds Playhouse offers two performance spaces and hosts a wide range of high-quality productions.

The Royal Exchange does a bit of everything. Classics rub shoulders with contemporary plays and new writing. Every seat feels close to the action, thanks to that round stage.

A well-loved, vibrant Liverpool theatre with a local focus, showcasing the city’s creative diversity with a fantastic programme of performances, events and workshops.