Manchester’s thriving queer cabaret scene takes centre stage in a bold pre-Pride celebration of creativity, community and fearless self-expression.

Catchy songs, colourful characters and sharp social satire combine in one of the most talked-about queer theatre hits.

Four open-air productions, films under the stars and frozen cocktails in the park – Chester’s doing summer right.

The UK premiere of a lesser-known Simon Stephens play explores love, isolation and the search for human connection.

Preston comes alive with outdoor theatre, live music, dance and family-friendly creativity in one of the North West’s most joyful festivals.

Jen Heyes and Kit Green breathe thrilling new life into Virginia Woolf’s modernist classic with an inventive theatrical reimagining.

A landmark of modern British theatre returns, balancing razor-sharp comedy with a compassionate exploration of family, identity and belonging.

Get ready for a fresh take on an American classic from Olivier-nominated director Tristan Fynn-Aiduenu at the Liverpool Everyman this autumn.

A salt and pepper pot for the king and queen. A ruler for the prince. Shakespeare, brilliantly reimagined through kitchen clutter.

Meet, Flecky Bennet, your guide through the dark and demonic side of the city as he takes you on one of Manchester’s award winning ghost walks.

Just announced – Rambert brings Russell T Davies’ acclaimed drama It’s a Sin to the stage, premiering at Aviva Studios before a major UK tour.

Expect chilling street theatre and immersive thrills as the award winning Shiverpool return to Liverpool’s streets.