With the festivities about to begin and panto season starting to gain momentum how does Manchester compare to other cities in the region?
Well according to some of the countries top publications including How-Do the Manchester theatre scene has never been more vibrant and the number of shows is increasing year on year. Manchester is also attracting some of the Europes leading productions and theatres here able to put on specialist shows by local celebrities.
The number of theatres in the city is also impressive as it currently has nine leading theatres. These are not small theatres either in both stature and size. Some of the better known theatres in Manchester include the Octagon, the Royal Exchange, the Opera House and of course the Lowry. Each location has its own unique facilities and has something for everyone.
There has never been a better time to take in a show at one of Manchester’s theatres. The city is full of life with the Christmas markets in town and the ice rink down at Spinningfields. Hotels also have some excellent rates on offer and the raw talent on show at theatres is a must.
Some of the shows that you won’t want to miss at the moment include:
Aladdin
Hairspray
Christmas With The Rat Pack
The Sound Of Music
Porridge
for more information on these shows check out the Manchester Theatres Site
This wealth of choice in both the shows you can see and the theatres you can watch it gives Manchester a great advantage over other cities in the area. The city is also home to numerous stage schools and talent from these establishments are pooled into the local theatres.
Theatres here are for the best part centrally located which means people can easily access them. Visitors often come into the city for the night take in a show and drive back the next day. So why not take in a show this winter…
