Top Picks
Guides
What’s on
Where to go
See all

CANCELLED – West Side Story at the Royal Exchange

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor

Book now

West Side Story

Royal Exchange Theatre, City Centre
18 April-23 May 2020

Always double check opening hours with the venue before making a special visit.

From £10.00
West Side Story at the Royal Exchange
Image courtesy of Richard Davenport: The Other Richard
Book now

We’re over the moon that the Royal Exchange have announced that their smash hit production of West Side Story will return to the stage in April next year. If you didn’t get to see this critically acclaimed and version of the much-loved Sondheim musical the first time around, the good news is that tickets for the 2020 run are now on sale.

Director Sarah Frankcom has never been one to shy away from big American classics. Revered for her perceptive reimaginings of A Streetcar Named Desire, Our Town and more recently, Death of a Salesman – her reinterpretation of this celebrated musical for the Royal Exchange’s unique in-the-round space is nothing short of a complete triumph.

West Side Story is arguably one of the most dazzling and dynamic Broadway shows

Translating the story of Romeo and Juliet to 1950s Manhattan, West Side Story is arguably one of the most dazzling and dynamic Broadway shows. This unmissable musical features stunning new choreography from Aletta Collins, orchestration by Jason Carr and a phenomenal cast. Taking on the iconic roles of Maria and Tony are Gabriela Garcia and Andy Coxon.

In this production, the show’s rival New York gangs, the Jets and the Sharks, are given some new moves. The show will feature all of the well-loved songs – Maria, America, Somewhere and Tonight.

the greatest love story ever told

West Side Story could be described as the greatest love story ever told – passionate, tender and deeply romantic – we are absolutely thrilled to hear that this exciting production will return next year.

What's on at Royal Exchange Theatre

Where to go near CANCELLED – West Side Story at the Royal Exchange

St Ann’s Square
City Centre
Park
St Ann’s Square

St Ann’s Square is a quiet little enclave of shops, with Barton’s Arcade set back from it on one side, and St Ann’s Church, which dates back to 1712 and…

Rapha Clubhouse Manchester
City Centre
Shop
Rapha Clubhouse Manchester

AKA cyclist heaven, Rapha is more than just a cycle-wear shop. It’s a place for anyone who loves cycling to congregate and celebrate the sport together.

City Centre
King Street Manchester

King Street is one of the most picturesque parts of Manchester with buildings designed by Alfred Waterhouse and C.R. Cockerell. Once Manchester’s financial epicenter, it’s now home to high-end retail and fine dining.

Manchester
Restaurant
KAI Deansgate

Kai is a Turkish restaurant on Deansgate, set up by the brains behind the well-regarded Zouk restaurant. Expect excellent mezze plates and an open grill that releases wonderful aromas throughout the venue.

City Centre
Restaurant
Lunya Manchester

Lunya is a Spanish and Catalan deli and restaurant in Manchester’s stunning Barton Arcade. The food is reliably fresh and the staff both charming and incredibly knowledgable.

City Centre
Shop
Aston’s Of Manchester

In Royal Exchange Arcade, Aston’s of Manchester is a tobacconist that recently branched out into whisky sales. In their shop you’ll find an interesting selection of bottles to buy, including

See all places

What's on: Theatre

This is England at The Lowry
Until
TheatreMediaCityUK
Dear England at Lowry

Don’t miss James Graham’s Olivier Award-winning, big-hearted, ‘pitch-perfect’ celebration of football when it comes to Salford.

From £23

Culture Guides

Harry Baker
Literature Events in the North

From environmental to experimental, our poetry and prose picks from around the North are focused on the unusual and the fun.

Exhibitions in the North

Captivating, urgent and intimate - we bring you our top exhibition picks, with even more art festivals, artist-led shows and new venues.

Helena Hauff
Music in the North

Shape-shifting bands, scorched-earth techno, and off-grid festivals. Our latest music picks catch the live scene at its most urgent, inventive and alive.

Cloudwater Production One
Tours and Activities in the North

Go forth with wild abandon to dance the pavements, dabble with the paint and down the pints in this month's tours and activities guide.

Theatre in Manchester and the North
Theatre in the North

Experimental performance, thought-provoking new writing and our picks of Manchester International Festival - here’s what’s taking centre stage this summer.

Classical Music in the North

Read our latest highlights from the live classical music offer in Manchester and the North, taking in a number of the region's most cherished orchestral forces and venues.

A young boy with a white sash around his left arm cries.
Cinema in the North

Outdoor cinema announcements, a major retrospective at HOME, and the best of indie cinema.

See all guides