What's On Calendar
December 2023

Breakfast With Santa - Saturday 9th December at 9.30am - Sold Out!
Saturday 9th December at 9.30am
Since 1944 Breakfast with Santa has been a family tradition in The Plaza Café and this festive season it returns for you and your little ones to enjoy.

Breakfast With Santa - Saturday 16th December at 9.30am - Sold Out!
Saturday 16th December at 9.30am
Since 1944 Breakfast with Santa has been a family tradition in The Plaza Café and this festive season it returns for you and your little ones to enjoy.

Breakfast With Santa - Saturday 23rd December at 9.30am - Sold Out!
Saturday 23rd December at 9.30am
Since 1944 Breakfast with Santa has been a family tradition in The Plaza Café and this festive season it returns for you and your little ones to enjoy.
January 2024

STAX of SOUL - 40th Anniversary Tour
Saturday 13th January at 7.30pm
The original. A reputation that needs no introduction. Born in Manchester in 1983, 9-piece 100% live band STAX of SOUL are bringing their highly regarded Soul Review to Stockport on Saturday 13th January 2024 as part of their 40th Anniversary Tour.

Sing-A-Long-A Matilda The Musical (Cert PG)
Sunday 14th January at 2.00pm
Calling all revolting children and their parents - come and be a little bit naughty at Sing-a-Long-a Matilda the Musical From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga The Greatest Showman.

Flecky Bennett's The Stockport Plaza Experience (Adults Only)
Wednesday 17th January at 7.00pm & 8.30pm
We welcome Ghost Walker extraordinaire Flecky Bennett to The Plaza. Winner of the 2022 Made in Stockport Award for his Stockport Ghost Walk.

Plaza Murder Mystery Fundraiser - Sold Out!
Thursday 18th January at 7.30pm
The Plaza's very own 'Plaza Players' are back with another fundraising Murder Mystery event that will be....deadly!

Friday 19th January at 11.00am & 7.30pm
Napoleon is a spectacle filled action epic that details the chequered rise and fall of the iconic French Emporer Napoleon Bonaparte, played by Oscar®-winner Joaquin Phoenix.

Showaddywaddy - 50th Anniversary Concert
Saturday 20th January at 7.30pm
This tour celebrates the 50th Anniversary of Showaddywaddy.

Sunday 21st January at 7.30pm
Direct from the West End, The London Palladium, and the iconic Royal Albert Hall, Whitney – Queen of the Night is a celebration of the music and life of one of the greatest singers of all time: Whitney Houston.

Behind The Scenes Tour - January 2024
Wednesday 24th January at 11.00am
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport's magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre.

NT LIVE: DEAR ENGLAND (Cert 15 TBC)
Thursday 25th January at 7.00pm
Joseph Fiennes (The Handmaid’s Tale) plays Gareth Southgate in James Graham’s (Sherwood) gripping examination of nation and game.

Friday 26th January at 7.30pm
Join Award-Winning Broadcaster, Comedian and WORD host Terry Christian as we celebrate – with the aid of some amazing clips and a no holds barred Q&A – the 30th Anniversary of this iconic and quintessentially 90s ground breaking and controversial TV show.

The Sooty Show - 75th Birthday Spectacular
Saturday 27th January at 2.30pm
Celebrating 75 amazing years in show business, Sooty, Sweep and Soo are planning a very special birthday party and you’re all invited. However, in true Sooty style nothing goes to plan!
February 2024

The Chicago Blues Brothers - The Cruisin' For A Bluesin' Tour
Friday 2nd February at 7.30pm
The Chicago Blues Brothers have put the band back together and are ‘Cruisin for a Bluesin’ taking you to the music capitals of the USA for one night of spectacular live music.

Organ Coffee Morning - February 2024
Saturday 3rd February from 11.00am
Join us for this FREE to attend concert from 11.00am to 2.00pm and relax in the wonderful surroundings of Stockport’s Art Deco gem.

The Green Room: A Celebration Of Father Ted With Joe Rooney (Adults Only)
Saturday 3rd & Sunday 4th February at 7.30pm
Join us in celebrating one of the greatest sitcoms ever made, as we welcome renowned stand-up Joe Rooney for a night of all things Father Ted!

Andy Powell's Big Band Swing On A Sunday Afternoon
Sunday 4th February at 2.00pm
Stockport’s premier live entertainer Andy Powell returns to the Plaza Theatre for another unforgettable afternoon of Swing and Big Band Classics.

The Greatest Magician: An Evening Of Wonders
Tuesday 6th February at 7.30pm
Following a completely sell out run in 2022 - James Phelan, the magician most infamous for jamming the BBC switchboard after he correctly predicted the lottery, presents an all new show.

I'm Alive! A Celebration of Celine Dion
Wednesday 7th February at 7.30pm
Following an incredible run of sell out theatre tours across the UK and Europe, multi-award winning tribute artiste January Butler is now taking her very own brand new theatre production show out into the world.

Thursday 8th February at 7.30pm
Attributed to Mark Twain, humour is defined as Tragedy Plus Time. Come and join Ed as he tests that formula by mining the most tragic event in his life for laughs.

Sweet Caroline - A Tribute To Neil Diamond
Friday 9th February at 7.30pm
It’s time for that night out you have been dreaming of! As we invite you to celebrate the life and work of Neil Diamond - starring the renowned tribute artist Gary Ryan, as seen on Stars in Their Eyes.

Film: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2024 (Cert 12A) - Red Film Programme
Saturday 10th February at 7.30pm
Witness a night of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen!

Sunday 11th February at 4.00pm
A new 40-piece full orchestra dedicated to performing the best in tuneful light music from yesteryear.

Valentines Day Film: An Affair To Remember (Cert U)
Wednesday February 14th at 11.00am & 7.30pm (Dining option at 6.00pm)
Join us on the most romantic day of the year for one of our nations best loved romantic films: An Affair to Remember (Cert U) starring Cary Grant and Deborah Kerr.

Thursday 15th February at 7.30pm
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.

Barry Steele Presents The Roy Orbison Story
Friday 16th February at 7.30pm
Experience the unforgettable sound of a generation with Barry Steele alongside an extraordinary ensemble of talented musicians and singers as together they pay homage to the timeless music of Roy Orbison, Chris Isaak, and The Traveling Wilburys.

Saturday 17th February at 7.30pm
For all those who dreamed of going to New York’s Studio 54, Disco Inferno is the spectacular all singing, all dancing celebration of everything D.I.S.C.O.

Sunday 18th February at 3.00pm
This is the children’s pop concert with a big difference. The four fabulous Fairy tale Princesses are back with their NEW SHOW for 2024 They just love to sing! It’s the perfect mix!

Behind The Scenes Tour - February 2024
Wednesday 21st February at 11.00am
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport's magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre.

Thursday 22nd February at 7.30pm
For the very first time, Coleen takes to the stage with her first ever solo show…Naked! (Not literally!). Coleen will be taking us back to her first love of performing, by singing a selection of her favourite songs which have become the soundtrack to her life.

Friday 23rd February at 7.30pm
One of the UK’s premier live concert experiences, The Story of Guitar Heroes has garnered critical acclaim both at home and abroad for its incredible homage to some of the most influential and iconic guitarists from the past 50 years of popular music.

Saturday 24th February at 7.30pm
Time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true. A brand-new show featuring Gordy Marshall’s British Carpenters and starring Sally Creedon plus musicians from London’s West End.

NT LIVE: VANYA - (Encore Screening) - (Cert 15 TBC)
Tuesday 27th February at 7.00pm
Andrew Scott (Fleabag) brings multiple characters to life in Simon Stephens’ (The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time) radical new version of Chekhov’s Uncle Vanya.

An Evening With Jeff Stelling With Special Guest Peter Reid
Wedneday 28th February at 7.30pm
On Wednesday 28th February 2024 the Stockport Plaza plays host to an exclusive evening of football nostalgia, fun and entertainment with Sky Sports legend Jeff Stelling anchor man of Sky Sports Gillette Soccer Saturday for over 30 years.
March 2024

Something About George - The George Harrison Story
Friday 1st March at 7.30pm
Something About George – The George Harrison Story is a musical biopic tribute about the so-called “quiet” Beatle is back following it’s hugely successful 2023 tour which celebrated what would have been George’s 80th birthday.

Saturday 2nd March at 7.30pm
Don't Stop Queen Now's energetic and true-to-life performance, fronted by the incredible Michael Spence who has featured on ITV1 as Freddie Mercury, brings Queens 40+ year reign to life in a show that’s guaranteed to blow your mind!

Sunday 3rd March at 7.30pm
Now in its 20th year, The Elvis Years, led by original West End lead Mario Kombou, embarks on its biggest ever tour of the UK and beyond.

Lisa Richards Presents Frankie Boyle: Lap Of Shame
Monday 4th March at 7.30pm
Frankie Boyle's on tour. Buy a ticket, because by the time he arrives, the currency will be worthless and you and your neighbours part of a struggling militia that could probably use a few laughs.

Film: The Big Lebowski (Cert 18)
Wednesday 6th March at 7.30pm
This hilariously twisted comedy-thriller stars Jeff Bridges, John Goodman, Steve Buscemi and Julianne Moore.

Thursday 7th March at 7.30pm
When The Fureys make their eagerly awaited return visit to the stage of The Stockport Plaza on Thursday 7th March they will treat their audience to one of popular music’s richest legacies.

Friday 8th March at 7.30pm
Step back in time to the golden era of music where the jukebox roared and feet didn't touch the floor.

Romiley Operatic Society Present Priscilla Queen Of The Desert
Tuesday 12th to Saturday 16th March - Evenings at 7.15pm and Saturday Matinee at 2.15pm
Get ready to SHAKE YOUR GROOVE THING as Australia's most successful homegrown musical Priscilla Queen of the Desert rocks into the iconic Stockport Plaza for the very first time.

Sunday 17th March at 7.30pm
Presented by Yvette Fielding the first lady of the paranormal together with Karl Beattie and the Most Haunted team, you will be taken on the darkest, most terrifying journey of your life.

Graziano Di Prima: Believe - My Life On Stage
Monday 18th March at 7.30pm
Following his sixth consecutive year on Strictly Come Dancing, Graziano Di Prima and his wife, Dancing with the Stars professional Giada Lini, are ready to set the stage ablaze in their electrifying new show.

Wednesday 20th March at 8.00pm
When Sarah Millican was a bairn, she wouldn’t say boo to a goose. Quiet at school, not many friends, no boobs til she was 16.....Now? NOW she is loud, with good friends, a cracking rack and goose booing all over the shop.

TJ Higgs: Grief Is Love Tour 2024
Friday 22nd March at 7.30pm
TJ Higgs is well known for working alongside the late Colin Fry in many of his live theatre shows including The Three Mediums which was also with the late Derek Acorah.

Saturday 23rd March at 7.30pm
Direct from The Royal Albert Hall, A Country Night In Nashville recreates the scene of a buzzing honky tonk in downtown Nashville, perfectly capturing the energy and atmosphere of an evening in the home of country music.

Easter Panto: Goldilocks And The Three Bears
Friday 29th March to Monday 1st April
Roll Up! Roll Up! for this year’s spectacular Easter Pantomime Goldilocks and The Three Bears starring Richard Chandler and a sensational supporting cast!
April 2024

Easter Panto: Goldilocks And The Three Bears
Friday 29th March to Monday 1st April
Roll Up! Roll Up! for this year’s spectacular Easter Pantomime Goldilocks and The Three Bears starring Richard Chandler and a sensational supporting cast!

Wednesday 3rd April at 7.30pm
Celebrating 30 years since the iconic ‘PULSE' tour, this highly authentic show recreates the atmosphere of Floyd live - featuring top-flight musicians, a stunning light show and over two hours of incredible music.

Someone Like You - The Adele Songbook
Thursday 4th April at 7.30pm
Someone Like You - The Adele Songbook is an outstanding live concert performance featuring stunning vocals, a super-talented band and an incredible repertoire of all your favourite Adele hits – including songs from the brand-new album ’30.’

The Importance Of Being... Earnest?
Friday 5th to Sunday 7th April - Evenings at 7.00pm & Saturday Matinee at 2.30pm
Say It Again, Sorry? presents: The Importance of Being… Earnest?

Behind The Scenes Tour - April 2024
Wednesday 10th April at 11.00am
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport's magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre.

Film: The Great Escaper (Cert 12A)
Thursday 11th April at 11.00am & 7.30pm
In the summer of 2014, Bernard Jordan (Michael Caine) made global headlines. He had staged a “great escape” from his care home to join fellow war veterans on a beach in Normandy, commemorating their fallen comrades at the D-Day Landings 70th anniversary.

Friday 12th April at 7.30pm
On February 9th 1961, The Beatles made the first of their 292 appearances at the now legendary Cavern Club in Mathew Street, Liverpool. 50 years on, The Cavern Beatles, a band fully endorsed and licensed by the same club will be coming to The Plaza with their remarkable show.

The Makings Of A Murderer (Adults Only)
Saturday 13th April at 7.30pm
Join The Scottish Detective, David Swindle, for a chilling, thrilling, night at the theatre.

Dinosaur Adventure Live: Trouble On Volcano Island
Sunday 14th April at 2.00pm & 5.00pm
DINOSAUR ADVENTURE LIVE is back and even more ROARSOME!

The Scummy Mummies Show: Greatest Hits (Adults Only)
Wednesday 17th April at 7.30pm
Join Ellie and Helen as they celebrate ten years of scumminess!

Thursday 18th April at 7.30pm
ANY DREAM WILL DO’s Keith Jack and stars of JOSEPH sing the biggest musical hits of a generation.

Film: Banff Mountain Film Festival World Tour 2024 (Cert 12A) - Blue Film Programme
Friday 19th April at 7.30pm
Witness a night of thrilling adventure – up on the big screen!

Saturday 20th April at 7.30pm
Standing up so you don't have to take it lying it down anymore, the Pub Landlord is back to make sense of the questions you probably already had the answers to.

Tuesday 23rd April at 7.30pm
Come on down for a session at Irish Annie’s pub, a brand-new musical play by Asa Murphy celebrating the best of Irish culture, from the music through to the comedy. Featuring a live 5-piece band Shenanigans.

Thursday 25th April at 7.30pm
As seen on BBC ONE and voted the U'K's No 1. Dolly Parton tribute by the Agents Association of Great Britain!

Friday 26th April at 7.30pm
Written & Directed by Joe O'Byrne, The Haunting of Blaine Manor is a thrilling haunted house chiller set in a manor with a twisted history of madness, witchcraft, tragedy and death.

"ROLLERMANIA" with THE LEGENDARIES
Sunday 28th April at 7.30pm
Les McKeown’s former touring band perform the hits of the Bay City Rollers

The Green Room: Avalon presents - The Comedy Network – April 2024
Tuesday 30th April at 8.00pm
Avalon presents The Biggest Stars Of Tomorrow TODAY!
Live comedy at its best in The Plaza Green Room
May 2024

Legend - The Music Of Bob Marley
Friday 3rd May at 7.30pm
When you think reggae, there is only one name that comes to mind. The legend that was Bob Marley.

Wednesday 8th May at 1.00pm & 7.30pm
1888. Victorian London is under attack. Within the thick Fitzrovia fog and dimly lamp-lit streets lurks an evil predator. Gabriel Utterson begins his investigation.

Thursday 9th May at 1.00pm & 7.30pm
Spoiler Alert: Romeo and Juliet are dead… and they’re not the only ones. But how did this happen and why?

Saturday 11th May at 7.30pm
Talon have risen from humble beginnings to become one of the most successful theatre touring shows in the UK and ‘TO THE LIMIT 2024’ will once again feature the Eagles timeless back catalogue.

An Evening with Ginger Alden: Elvis Presley's Last Love and Fiancée
Wednesday 15th May at 7.30pm
An Evening with Ginger Alden: Elvis Presley's Last Love and Fiancée. Join us for an exclusive UK event as we welcome Ginger Alden, the woman who captured Elvis Presley's heart during his final year, for a series of captivating shows.

Thursday 16th May at 7.30pm
The World’s leading tribute to the Grammy-nominated country megastar Luke Combs!

Friday 17th May at 7.30pm
An award winning extravaganza that plays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time.

Sunday 19th May at 7.30pm
Are you ready for love? The Rocket Man and our amazing band head down the Yellow Brick Road for two hours of glorious hits.

Monday 20th May at 7.30pm
That’ll Be The Day is back on the road with another incredible show packed full of world class performances from Trevor and the highly talented ensemble cast.

The Green Room: Avalon presents - The Comedy Network – May 2024
Thursday 23rd May at 8.00pm
Avalon presents The Biggest Stars Of Tomorrow TODAY!
Live comedy at its best in The Plaza Green Room

Saturday 25th May at 7.30pm
Jump aboard the midnight train – heaven is a place on Earth called Stockport as the greatest end-of-the night anthems spectacular roars into town.

Behind The Scenes Tour - May 2024
Wednesday 29th May at 11.00am
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport's magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre.
June 2024

Saturday 1st June at 8.00pm
Part one of Count Arthur Strong’s farewell tour. (Of the World. Potentially. (Certainly Jersey).

Sunday 2nd June at 7.30pm
Whether you’re a brother or whether you’re a mother, when the feeling's gone and you can't go on, it’s time to put on your dancing shoes, for the night out of the year you have been waiting for, as we celebrate the songs of music royalty, the Bee Gees.

Friday 7th June at 7.30pm
It's time to step into the light. Escape with us for a night like no other, where we take you into a world where the very best of musical theatre showstoppers meets jaw-dropping circus spectacular.

Saturday 8th June at 7.30pm
Come celebrate our brand-new show for 2024 as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year.

What's Love Got To Do With It?
Sunday 9th June at 7.30pm
Brought to you by the award-winning producers behind the hugely successful Whitney - Queen Of The Night, What’s Love Got To Do With It? pays homage to one of the most iconic and much-loved musical artists of the 20th Century: the legendary Tina Turner.

Saturday 15th June at 7.30pm
Celebrating the music of Genesis and the biggest selling acts connected: Peter Gabriel, Phil Collins and Mike & the Mechanics, this show has an incredible mix of material, from atmospheric anthems to chart toppers.

The Green Room: Avalon presents - The Comedy Network – June 2024
Thursday 20th June at 8.00pm
Avalon presents The Biggest Stars Of Tomorrow TODAY!
Live comedy at its best in The Plaza Green Room

Hits Out of Hell - The Legend of Meat Loaf
Saturday 22nd June at 7.30pm
The World’s premier show in tribute to Meat Loaf, featuring the Ultimate ‘Dead Ringer’ to Meat Loaf Craig Halford as seen on ITV’s ‘Stars in their eyes’ and Channel 4’s ‘The Last Leg’.

Theatre Dance Workshop - Showtime 2024
Sunday 23rd June at 2.15pm
Theatre Dance Workshop who have been magnificent supporters of The Plaza over the years make a welcome return for their annual showcase with the very best in live stage performance.

Behind The Scenes Tour - June 2024
Wednesday 26th June at 11.00am
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport's magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre.

Go Your Own Way - The Fleetwood Mac Legacy
Saturday 29th June at 7.30pm
Go Your Own Way is a brand new spellbinding show featuring the music from the legendary multiple Grammy Award Winning Fleetwood Mac.
July 2024

Behind The Scenes Tour - July 2024
Wednesday 24th July at 11.00am
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport's magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre.

Thursday 25th July at 2.00pm
Join Neil Sands for his brand new matinee show, as he brings back more musical memories.
August 2024

5, 6, 7, 8 The Steps Experience
Saturday 3rd August at 7.30pm
This high energy tribute to Steps faithfully recreates the flawless vocals and slick choreography of the 90's & 00's party favourites in a fast paced, spectacular concert.

Sunday 18th August at 7.30pm
Now seen by a live audience of over 250,000 to nightly standing ovations and rave reviews join an all-star Irish cast of highly talented singers and performers accompanied by the fabulous Keltic Storm band and world champion Gael Force Irish dancers from an unmissable “Ireland the Show “

Behind The Scenes Tour - August 2024
Wednesday 28th August at 11.00am
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport's magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre.
September 2024

What Now My Love? - A Tribute To Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
Friday 27th September at 7.30pm
Talon Music Presents: What Now My Love? - A Tribute To Herb Alpert & The Tijuana Brass
October 2024

Tuesday 15th October at 7.30pm
The UK’s No.1 vocal harmony group and original X-Factor stars celebrate a double decade in the limelight with a spectacular anniversary show.

Behind The Scenes Tour - October 2024
Wednesday 30th October at 11.00am
Join us for our popular Behind The Scenes Tours for yourself, your friends or your group to enjoy a tour of Stockport's magnificent 1932 Art Deco Super Cinema and Variety Theatre.

The Ultimate Boyband Party Show
Wednesday 30th October at 7.30pm
BOY BANDS ARE BACK… ALRIGHT!!! Cue the wind machine and get ready to celebrate the 90s!
November 2024

The Legends Of American Country Show
Saturday 2nd November at 7.30pm
Now seen by over 350,000 fans live and watched by millions on TV Europe’s No.1 multi award winning show " The Legends of American Country “ returns for another fantastic night of toe tapping Country nostalgia.

SJM Concerts Presents: John Bishop Back At It
Wednesday 6th & Thursday 7th November - Doors at 7.00pm
EXTRA DATE ADDED: WEDNESDAY 6TH NOVEMBER 2024 - ON SALE - WEDNESDAY 6TH DECEMBER 2023 FROM 10.00AM

I LIKE IT - The Ultimate Tribute to Gerry Marsden and The Swinging Sixties
Thursday 14th November at 7.30pm
Gary Murphy's ‘I LIKE IT’ is a 60s show you will not want to miss.

Scouting For Girls - The Place We Used To Meet Tour - Part 2
Friday 15th November - Doors at 7.00pm
Scouting For Girls appear at The Plaza as part of ‘The Place We Used To Meet Tour - Part 2’ which will see them play thirty-one shows across the UK and Ireland in autumn 2024.

Saturday 16th November at 7.30pm
OH WHAT A NIGHT! takes you back in time on a musical journey through the incredible career of Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons.
April 2025

Singin' I'm No A Billy He's A Tim - 20th Anniversary Tour
Friday 25th April at 7.30pm
A play exploring bigotry and ethnic identity, “Singin' I'm No A Billy, He's A Tim” is a phenomenon in Scotland where it has sold out countless nationwide tours, a sensation at the Edinburgh Festival and now touring Internationally.
May 2025

Roy Chubby Brown Plus Support, Over 18's Only, If Easily Offended, Please Stay Away.
Saturday 17th May at 7.30pm
50 plus years In Entertainment/ comedy , Roy Chubby Brown is still going strong , entertaining thousands and thousands of fans annually up and down the country , Roy is the undoubted King of Comedy

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