What's On Calendar
January 2025
Friday 6th December 2024 until Sunday 5th January 2025
Let us Magically Awaken Your Dreams this Christmas with the North West’s premier Family Pantomime: Sleeping Beauty starring TV favourite WENDI PETERS as Carabosse the wicked Fairy with SCOTT GALLAGHER and Full Supporting Cast.
Forbidden Nights (Adults Only)
Thursday 9th January at 7.30pm
Brace yourself for something truly spectacular… Forbidden Nights is here, celebrating 9 years of muscles, mayhem and over 11,000 shirt rips!
Friday 10th January at 11.00am & 7.30pm
None of Hitchcock’s films have ever given a clearer view of his genius for suspense than Rear Window.
Whole Lotta Shakin' - The Shakin' Stevens Story
Saturday 11th January at 7.30pm
Fully endorsed by members of Shaky's own family, the Award Winning tribute to the UK's biggest selling singles artist of the 1980's - WHOLE LOTTA SHAKIN'- THE SHAKIN' STEVENS STORY is a nostalgic celebration, jam packed with feel-good Rock 'n' Roll!
Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
Wednesday 15th and Thursday 16th January at 7.30pm
Phil McIntyre Live ltd, by arrangement with Lisa Thomas Management
Proudly presents: Jason Manford: A Manford All Seasons
Saturday 18th January at 3.00pm
A Magical show where beautiful Princesses become Pop Stars!
Phil McIntyre Live proudly presents - Milton Jones: Ha!Milton
Thursday 23rd January at 7.30pm
This is not a musical. Milton Jones is tone deaf and has no sense of rhythm, but at least he doesn't make a song and dance about it.
The Green Room: A Celebration Of Father Ted With Joe Rooney (Adults Only)
Friday 24th & Saturday 25th January 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!
Organ Coffee Morning - January 2025
Saturday 25th January from 11.00am
Join us for this free to attend concert from 11am till 2pm and relax in the wonderful surroundings of Stockport’s Art Deco gem.
Andy Powell's Big Band Swing on a Sunday Afternoon
Sunday 26th January 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 by artists such as Frank Sinatra, Bobby Darin, Matt Monro and many more...
Behind The Scenes Tour - January 2025
Wednesday 29th January 2025
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.
Jim Davidson - The Next Chapter (Adults Only)
Wednesday 29th January at 7.30pm
In the ever-evolving book of British comedy, Jim Davidson OBE remains a best-seller, writing new chapters of hilarity that captivate capacity audiences year after year.
Sing-A-Long-A The Greatest Showman (Cert PG)
Thursday 30th January at 7.00pm
From the producers of Singalonga Sound of Music and Singalonga GREASE, the smash hit film musical that everyone can’t stop singing
Friday 31st January at 7.30pm
Wake up and let’s get down tonight as we celebrate the Prince of Motown. This is The Marvin Gaye Songbook!
February 2025
Saturday 1st February at 8.00pm
Live Nation & United Agents Present
Katherine Ryan: Battleaxe
Sunday 2nd February at 7.30pm
Chris McCausland is hitting the road again with another masterclass in stand-up comedy that has literally been yonks in the making - The last tour was a sell-out, so get your tickets now!
Thursday 6th 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.
James Phelan: The Dreamer - Live
Friday 7th February at 7.30pm
Star of The Greatest Magician™, and the BBC’s most broadcast magician of the last decade - the award-winning James Phelan - debuts this breath-taking new magic show.
I'm Alive! A Celebration Of Celine Dion
Saturday 8th February at 7.30pm
The Ultimate Céline Dion tribute concert with an incredible full live band and starring the highly acclaimed vocalist, January Butler.
Sunday 9th February at 2.30pm & 7.00pm
Come and celebrate the Year of the Snake as Jinlong Culture & Performing Arts returns with a spectacular line-up of exciting programmes!
Thursday 13th February at 7.30pm
It’s time to get over that rainbow and make the smallest of dreams come true with A Tribute to the Carpenters.
Saturday 15th February at 7.30pm
After back to back sold out shows, the UK’s largest Queen stage production is coming back to the Stockport Plaza for a third successive year!
Rita, Sue & Bob Too! (Adults Only)
Tuesday 18th to Saturday 22nd February 2025
Regal Entertainments Ltd proudly presents the return of the record breaking hilarious 1987 cult classic Rita, Sue & Bob Too!
TV favourite Jake Quickenden heads the stellar cast as Bob in the production.
Sunday 23rd February at 2.00pm
The Greatest Prehistoric Show on Earth...65 million years in the making... Are you ready for the adventure?
Behind The Scenes Tour - February 2025
Wednesday 26th 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.
Fiery Entertainment By Arrangement With Siren Talent Present - John Culshaw: Imposter Syndrome
Thursday 27th February at 7.30pm
Jon Culshaw, the star of BBC Radio 4's Dead Ringers, BBC One's The Impressions Show and Channel 4’s Partygate takes his brand new show on the road following a completely sold out and critically acclaimed season at the Edinburgh Festival.
Sweet Caroline - A Tribute To Neil Diamond
Friday 28th 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.
March 2025
Rob Lamberti Presents Perfectly George
Saturday 1st March at 7.30pm
Featuring the incredible voice of Rob Lamberti, this show has wowed audiences around the country and Europe and lifted them to their feet, in a dynamic show that tactfully and appropriately celebrates the career of one of the most gifted performers of a generation.
An Evening With Sir Geoff Hurst
Wednesday 5th March at 7.30pm
An evening with Englands hat trick hero, World Cup Winner Sir Geoff Hurst. Sir Geoff comes to the Plaza for one final farewell tour.
Thursday 6th March at 11.00am & 7.30pm
Director Ken Loach received international acclaim for this enormously moving tale of a lonely working class Yorkshire boy, who turns from a life of comic books and shoplifting when he finds a baby kestrel and decides to raise and train it.
Sunday 9th March at 3.30pm
The Pyramid Players full orchestra with the Plaza Compton organ present another programme of popular light music featuring melodies from Rodgers & Hammerstein musicals and many other favourites.
The All-New Scummy Mummies Show (Adults Only)
Wednesday 12th March at 7.30pm
MUM'S NIGHT OUT! Helen and Ellie are BACK with a brand new comedy show.
Film: Singin In The Rain (Cert U)
Thursday 13th March at 11.00am & 7.30pm
Working his way up from being a song and dance man to one of the top movie stars of the silent era, Don Lockwood finds his career in jeapordy with the advent of talkies.
Just My Imagination - The Music Of The Temptations
Friday 14th March at 7.30pm
It has been 65 years since the formation of the most successful Motown group in history... and what better way to celebrate than with Just My Imagination – The Music of The Temptations!
Tuesday 18th March at 7.30pm
Following the sudden death of founding member Barney McKenna in 2012 and John Sheahan's’ decision to retire it was agreed that The Dubliners, as a touring band, would end and THE DUBLIN LEGENDS were born.
Behind The Scenes Tour - March 2025
Wednesday 19th March 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 20th March 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.
Friday 21st March at 7.30pm
You wouldn't think it was possible for this 'rag and boning' duo to still be at it after all this time, but here they are! Albert is still a dirty old man and Harold is as pretentious as ever!
Saturday 22nd March at 7.30pm
‘The Greatest Rock & Roll Band In The World’ is a bold statement but Showaddywaddy has lived up to that title for the last 5 decades!
Romiley Operatic Society Present: Evita
Tuesday 25th to Saturday 29th March - Evenings at 7.15pm & Saturday Matinee at 2.15pm
Award winning company ROS. (Seven Brides for Seven Brothers/Kipps/Priscilla) are proud to bring EVITA to the Plaza Theatre.
April 2025
Barry Steele's Roy Orbison Story Anniversary Special 2025
Friday 4th April 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, The Traveling Wilburys and many of The Big O’s friends .
The Blow Monkeys and Hue And Cry
Saturday 5th April at 7.45pm
Two of the finest 80’s artists in one amazing show; THE BLOW MONKEYS plus HUE And CRY
Legend - The Music Of Bob Marley
Sunday 6th April at 7.30pm
Legend - the music of Bob Marley is an unforgettable evening celebrating this musical icon in one fantastic stage show.
Thursday 10th April at 7.30pm
Come with us to the place you belong, for a night of the very best country classics!
Easter Panto: Robin Hood And The Golden Arrow
Friday 18th to Monday 21st April 2025
It’s time to get Merry at The Plaza Easter Pantomime ROBIN HOOD AND THE GOLDEN ARROW starring Stockport's much loved Pantomime Star RICHARD CHANDLER with the fabulous SCOTT GALLAGHER and full supporting cast.....Oh Yes It Is!
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.
Behind The Scenes Tour - April 2025
Wednesday 30th 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.
May 2025
Saturday 3rd May at 7.30pm
An award-winning extravaganza that pays tribute to one of the leading contemporary recording artists of our time.
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
Friday 23rd May at 7.30pm
Fans of The Beatles prepare to be wowed by the world’s favourite Liverpool-born tribute to the Fab Four.
Saturday 24th May at 7.00pm & 9.30pm
If you like fast-paced, edgy one-liners then get ready to be happy. Jimmy Carr is going back on tour with his brand-new show ‘Jimmy Carr: Laughs Funny’.
Behind The Scenes Tour - May 2025
Wednesday 28th 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.
Thursday 29th May at 7.30pm
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson – the man, the music and the magic.
Friday 30th 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.
June 2025
Thursday 5th June at 7.30pm
Come celebrate our brand-new show as we Reach Out and show you there ain’t no mountain high enough with the biggest Motown party of the year.
Off The Kerb Productions Presents: Rob Beckett: Giraffe 2025 Tour
Friday 6th June at 8.00pm
Yes! Bobby Beckles is back on tour. Smashing the life out of the M25, M1, M5 and any other road that’s in my way. From Bromley to Brisbane, my new show Giraffe is going worldwide.
Behind The Scenes Tour - June 2025
Wednesday 25th 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.
July 2025
Behind The Scenes Tour - July 2025
Wednesday 30th 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.
August 2025
Behind The Scenes Tour - August 2025
Wednesday 27th 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 2025
Saturday 6th September at 7.30pm
Internationally acclaimed, Emilio Santoro brings his award-winning ELVIS PRESLEY theatre show to the UK.
October 2025
Wednesday 8th October 2025 at 8.00pm
CULTURE WARS, THE ENVIRONMENT, BRITISH FOREIGN POLICY and SOCIAL JUSTICE: these are just a few of the topics that Jack spectacularly fails to address (or even mention for that matter) in his brand new show.
Behind The Scenes Tour - October 2025
Wednesday 29th 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.
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