Kristy Stott

A moving and witty exploration of friendship and happiness; love and fragility in the shadow of the 1980’s AIDS crisis.

For a pleasing alternative to the usual festive fare, find that second star to the right and head straight to Chester for a soaring adventure in Neverland.

The Working Class Movement Library and arts company Walk the Plank bring the fascinating character of Thomas Paine to life for the people of Salford and Manchester.

With festive treats around every corner and a glittering Christmas Lights Switch On, it’s time to round up the family and discover Halifax at Christmas.

A contemporary tragicomic circus show exploring themes around memory and the act of remembering. Impressively elegant and darkly humorous.

Featuring timeless festive songs like It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street is set to get the whole family into the festive swing of things.

Step into the world of show business, with all its grit and glamour, at the Royal Exchange this Christmas.

Step into Manchester Central Library after hours and experience a performance inspired by George Orwell’s dystopian literary masterpiece.

Bursting with music and song, the thrilling tale of ‘buccaneers and buried gold’ sails into Bolton just in time for Christmas.

Whisk the family off to a wintery wonderland with Birmingham Repertory Theatre’s magical stage show. Suitable for all ages.

Bryony Kimmings presents a dark and joyful work about motherhood, heartbreak and finding inner strength.

Company Chameleon present a dark and psychological thriller told through dance and movement.