Johann Strauss Gala at the Bridgewater Hall
Sparkles and bubbles for the New Year. The giddy romance and gilded ballrooms of old Vienna are brought to life by the music of the King of the Waltz and friends.
Written by Chris Horkan
Glenn Miller Orchestra at the Bridgewater Hall
The UK’s most renowned big band swings you back in time playing Glenn Miller’s own arrangements of favourite wartime chart-toppers and hits from the forties, directed by legendary band leader RAY McVAY.
From £18.50
The Best of John Williams at the Bridgewater Hall
Nothing can compare to the iconic film scores of John Williams. Enjoy a concert of his most popular music, from E.T. to Star Wars and beyond.
From £18.50
Musicals in Concert: Leading Ladies at the Bridgewater Hall
All your favourite, spine-tingling hits together in one fabulous performance.
From £18.50
Last Night of the Christmas Proms at the Bridgewater Hall
An exciting concert of rousing classics, with a grand flag waving British finale.
From £18.50
Christmas Carol Singalong at the Bridgewater Hall
Sing your heart out as Jonathan Cohen leads you through a fun-filled jamboree of his most-loved carols and all-time Christmas hits.
From £18.50
Christmas with Katherine Jenkins at the Bridgewater Hall
Singing sensation Katherine Jenkins never fails to capture the hearts of audiences whenever she performs.
From £29.50
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Raymond Gubbay’s Christmas Festival at The Bridgewater Hall
The Bridgewater Hall spends a whole month celebrating the festive period – with Katherine Jenkins opening this nine-concert series of carols, musicals and more, alongside the music of Johann Strauss, John Williams and Glenn Miller – with something for everyone to enjoy.
From £16.50
Baked A La Ska: ‘Ska of Wonder’ Christmas Party 2017 at Band on the Wall
Manchester collective Baked A La Ska return to Band on the Wall for their annual Christmas special, ‘Ska of Wonder’. Featuring three singers, plus keyboards, harmonica and rhythm section, the band will be celebrating Christmas with a unique ska twist.
From £14.50
Haiku Salut: Christmas Lamp Show at St Michael’s
Two years after they brought their acclaimed lamp show to the neighbouring Hallé St Peters, Derbyshire instrumental trio Haiku Salut return for a special Christmas outing at St Michael’s.
From £10.00
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St Michael’s
This former Roman Catholic church closed its doors in 2004 but recently re-opened as a flexible event space, under the management of the Hallé.
Eliza Carthy & The Wayward Band at the RNCM
Eliza Carthy and the Wayward Band visit Manchester to perform songs from their acclaimed album Big Machine. The folk collective’s latest outing is their most ambitious and adventurous output to date, featuring collaborations with the likes of Damien Dempsey and Teddy Thompson as they tackle both contemporary and traditional songs.
From £18.00