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Opera House

Address:
3 Quay St, Manchester M3 3HP, United Kingdom

Manchester, England,

SEATING CAPACITY: 1920
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Opera House History

Originally The New Theatre, it opened on Boxing Day, 1912. It went through several iterations, being renamed once before becoming the Opera House in 1920. It's also been used for different functions; as a cinema in WW2, then a bingo hall before reopening as a theatre again in 1984. Since, it has hosted magnificent shows like Barnum and Phantom of the Opera.

Shows at the Opera House

DATES PRODUCTION
5/17/2022 - 5/21/2022 The Cher Show (2022)
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10/11/2021 - 10/23/2021 Grease (2021)
2/20/2020 - 12/22/2024 Back to the Future The Musical (2021)
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3/19/2018 - 3/24/2018 Fat Friends the Musical (2017)
12/15/2015 - 1/10/2016 Matilda the Musical (2015)
9/8/1958 - 9/8/1958 Chrysanthemum (1959) [Pre-Broadway]

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The Dallas Opera Unveils Winners Of 2026 National Vocal Competition
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 7, 2026

The Dallas Opera has announced the winners of the 2025–2026 Dallas Opera National Vocal Competition following the live finals held March 6 at the Winspear Opera House.
Lucas and Arthur Jussen Return to the Oslo Opera House This Month
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

The Dutch pianist brothers Lucas and Arthur Jussen will return to the Oslo Opera House! Experience them in a whole new way – in a powerful combination with two percussionists.
Photos: MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL is Now on UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Production photos have been released for the UK and Ireland tour of the award-winning MEAN GIRLS THE MUSICAL, which opened at Manchester Opera House on 23 February 2026 and is touring until January 2027. Check out the photos here!
BALLET WITH ATTITUDE Kicks Off at Sadler’s Wells
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

In 2026 Sadler's Wells continues its year-round Ballet with attitude programme, showcasing the range of the genre from beloved classics to contemporary works.
Cape Town Opera Reveals Casts & Creatives For 2026 Production And An International Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 6, 2026

Cape Town Opera (CTO) has revealed the details of each production in its 2026 season, announcing, among other highlights, a five-city international tour of Porgy and Bess. 
BRAINIAC LIVE To Tour The UK Following Olivier Award Win
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 6, 2026

BRAINIAC LIVE, the Olivier Award-winning show, will tour the UK this spring, offering a dynamic blend of science and entertainment.
Mariza to Perform at NJPAC with Derek Gripper and Duo Andalus
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2026

Music enthusiasts are invited to experience an extraordinary night as the globally celebrated fado singer Mariza comes to the New Jersey Performing Arts Center.
EVITA, PADDINGTON, INTO THE WOODS, and More Nominated For 2026 Olivier Awards; Full List!
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

The nominations are in for the 2026 Olivier Awards. The nominees included Paddington the Musical, Into The Woods, Oh, Mary!, Into The Woods, Evita, and more. Check out the full list here!
Repertoire Revealed For Les Ballets Trockadero De Monte Carlo Spring 2026 Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

This spring, Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo will embark on a 14-venue tour of the UK and Ireland presented by Dance Consortium. Learn more about the lineup here!
Lena Dunham and Andrew Rannells to Discuss New Book at BAM
by Stephi Wild - Mar 5, 2026

BAM will host an evening with Lena Dunham and Andrew Rannells on April 14, discussing Dunham's latest book, alongside a talk on AI and culture with Annie Dorsen and Dr. Safiya Noble on March 18.
A CALL FOR THE BATTLE TO CEASE To Have World Premiere At Carnegie Hall
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026

Robert Sirota’s A CALL FOR THE BATTLE TO CEASE, with text by Victoria Sirota, will receive its world premiere on Friday, April 17, 2026 at 8:00 p.m. in Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall.
English National Opera to Premiere ANGEL'S BONE by Du Yun This May
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 5, 2026

English National Opera has announced that Du Yun's Pulitzer Prize-winning opera Angel's Bone will open at the London Coliseum in October, following its UK premiere in Greater Manchester in May, marking a bold expression of ENO's dual-centre model. Angel's Bone opens at Aviva Studios, Manchester, home of Factory International, on 12 May 2026 before arriving at the London Coliseum on 16 October 2026.
NaTasha Yvette Williams To Star As Mama Rose In GYPSY at Opera House Theatre Company
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026

Grammy-winning and Tony-nominated Broadway actress NaTasha Yvette Williams will star as Mama Rose in Opera House Theatre Company's summer production of Gypsy, running at Thalian Hall.
Anthony Roth Costanzo to Headline Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center 2026 Annual Gala
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 4, 2026

Grammy Award-winning opera singer Anthony Roth Costanzo will headline The Mahaiwe Performing Arts Center's 2026 Gala. For the second year in a row, DuMont is chairing the Gala Committee alongside husband Rick Miramontez.
Video: Kevin Clifton and More in PRISCILLA QUEEN OF THE DESERT UK and Ireland Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

All new footage has been released for the UK and Ireland tour of Priscilla Queen of the Desert. The musical will then be touring the UK and Ireland until July. Check out the video here!
Boston Symphony Orchestra to Debut Philip Glass' Symphony No. 15 at Tanglewood
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2026

The Boston Symphony Orchestra will perform Philip Glass' new Symphony No. 15, Lincoln on Sunday, July 5 at 2:30 p.m. at Tanglewood, capping off the summer music festival's monumental four-day celebration of America's 250th anniversary.
Samantha Fish Sets 2026 'Paper Doll Live World Tour'
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 3, 2026

Samantha Fish, the two-time Grammy-nominated performer, will embark on the Paper Doll Live World Tour across North America, the U.K., Europe, Australia, and Japan.
DEATH BECOMES HER, THE OUTSIDERS, and More Set For ASU Gammage 2026-2027 Broadway Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

ASU Gammage has announced its 2026–2027 Desert Financial Broadway Across America-Arizona Broadway season with a dynamic blend of Tempe premieres, beloved classics, and acclaimed new hits.
THE OUTSIDERS, THE NOTEBOOK, and More Set For Wharton Center's 26-27 Broadway Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 3, 2026

Wharton Center has announced a lineup of shows that will entertain and inspire audiences for its 45th season. Learn more about the upcoming lineup here!
Around The BroadwayWorld: Top News, Reviews, Interviews & More from February 2026
by Team BWW - Mar 3, 2026

Around the BroadwayWorld is our monthly snapshot of the biggest stories making waves across the global theatre community. In this February 2026 edition catch headlines about the renaming of the Kennedy Center Honors, layoffs affecting theater coverage at The Washington Post, and artists gathering in Washington, DC for the First Amendment Troop’s ResistDance performance.

Opera House Frequently Asked Questions

What show is currently in Opera House?
Opera House's current show is The Cher Show which began performances on 5/17/2022.

How many seats does Opera House have?
Opera House has 1920 seats.

What were the longest running shows at Opera House?
Back to the Future The Musical which ran from 8/20/2021 to 4/12/2026,


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