Christmas Theatre and Concerts

Cinderella at Oldham Coliseum, Manchester, 10 November 2018–12 January 2019, from £17.50 - Book now

You really don’t get a better traditional Christmas panto than Oldham Coliseum. This year it’s Cinderella, one of our favourites, with all the ingredients you need for a magical experience.

Everyman Rock 'n' Roll panto The Snow Queen at Liverpool Everyman Theatre, City Centre, 24 November 2018–19 January 2019, from £15.00 - Book now

The Everyman’s Rock ‘n’ Roll Panto is as much of a festive tradition as matching Christmas jumpers and a trip to Father Christmas’ grotto.

A Christmas Carol at Theatre Delicatessen, Sheffield, 30 November–16 December 2018, from £35.00 - Book now

The Guild of Misrule team up with great friends and charity Theatre Deli for the yet another year to present a rousing rendition of A Christmas Carol, served over a two-course Christmas feast cooked up by local suppliers.

The Producers - A Mel Brooks Musical at Royal Exchange Theatre, City Centre, 30 November 2018–2 February 2019, from £10.00 - Book now

Adapted from the cult film by Mel Brooks, The Royal Exchange are set to delight with their Christmas musical – The Producers.

Stick Man at The Lowry, Manchester, 1 December 2018–6 January 2019, from £14 - Book now

This much- loved Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler tale of misadventure is brought to life for small people and their grown ups this festive season by Scamp Theatre.

Black Beauty at Z-arts, Manchester, 6–15 December 2018, from £6 - Book now

Get your Christmas off to a galloping start in this award-winning family adventure of friendship, courage, hope and heroes.

The Wizard of Oz at Storyhouse, Chester, 7 December 2018–6 January 2019, from £15.00 - Book now

Take a trip down the Yellow Brick Road this Christmas with Storyhouse’s RSC version of the brilliantly beloved The Wizard of Oz.

Contact and Jackie Hagan: The Forest of Forgotten Discos! at Hope Mill Theatre, Manchester, 11–23 December 2018, from £7.00 - 13.00 - Book now

This festive season, join CONTACT and Jackie Hagan for a new and exciting show for children aged 5+ (and the older ones who look after them!)

Doctor Dolittle at The Lowry, Manchester, 11 December 2018–5 January 2019, from £16.50 - Book now

Get your tickets quick to have your eyes opened by a whole other (animal) world this festive season. Mark Williams (The Fast Show) stars in the title role of this major new musical adaptation.

The Hallé at Christmas at The Bridgewater Hall, City Centre, 13–29 December 2018, from £15.50 - Book now

The Hallé at Christmas will celebrate great Scandinavian composers (Finlandia), feature live accompaniment to classic films (The Snowman and Casino Royale), and invite world-hallenowned guest artists to lead joyous festivities (Hallé Extravaganza with Noah Stewart).

Släpstick at HOME Manchester, Manchester, 13–22 December 2018, from £10.00 - Book now

Five world-class musicians who have mastered over 100 instruments between them bring Släpstick to HOME – a dazzling blend of warm nostalgia, virtuosic musicianship and physical comedy.

A Christmas Carol at The Stoller Hall, 15 December 2018, from £26.16 - Book now

Neil Brand’s adaptation of Charles Dickens’ festive classic gives it a dark and atmospheric twist – helped along by Chester Philharmonic Orchestra, Manchester Chamber Choir and actors from Manchester School of Theatre. The leading role of Ebenezer Scrooge is played by Timothy West for this one-off staging.

A Christmas Carol at Liverpool Playhouse, City Centre, 8 December 2018–12 January 2019, from £10.00 - Book now

Put on your best Victorian bib-and-tucker as the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future whisk you on a brilliantly funny flight of theatrical fancy in Spymonkey’s A Christmas Carol.

White at HOME Manchester, Manchester, 13–23 December 2018, from £7 - Book now

The beautifully strange world of White is the hottest ticket for toddlers in town this Christmas.

An Evening of Eric & Ern at Christmas at The Lowry, Manchester, 18 December 2018–6 January 2019, from £23.00 - Book now

Coming to The Lowry this December. With Morecambe and Wise’s most-loved routines, songs and sketches, An Evening of Eric & Ern at Christmas is a superb homage to the comedy duo.

Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas at Waterside Arts, Manchester, 4–31 December 2018, from £12.5 - Book now

Who doesn’t love a charmingly grumpy character? Especially when it’s the big man himself? Lucky for us that the critically acclaimed production of Raymond Briggs’ classic tale docks at Waterside this Christmas.