WHAT'S ON AT THE BRIDGEWATER HALL, MANCHESTER
What's On at The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
The Bridgewater Hall Manchester is an international concert venue that opened in 1996 and has a capacity of 2500. It hosts over 300 performances a year including classical, musical theatre, jazz, rock, pop, and world music.
Home to The Hallé and regular venue for the BBC Philharmonic and Manchester Camerata, it also hosts its own classical season – The International Concert Series. It has welcomed stars such as Sir Paul McCartney, Nick Cave, Alfie Boe, Michael Ball, Strictly Stars, and Lea Salonga.
The Bridgewater Hall boasts a £1.2 million pipe organ with 5500 pipes and was the largest instrument to be installed in a UK venue for over a century. A world class concert hall with many exciting shows, events, concerts and premieres to look forward to including The Drifters, London Symphonic Rock Orchestra, The Halle - From Broadway With Love, Murder Trial Tonight IV - Death Of A Landlord, 10cc, Disney In Concert, Fishermans Friends, Alfie Boe, K Pop Allstars Tribute, and Michael Ball. See what's on at The Bridgewater Hall Manchester below and book tickets online.
The Bridgewater Hall Manchester is an international concert venue that opened in 1996 and has a capacity of 2500. It hosts over 300 performances a year including classical, musical theatre, jazz, rock, pop, and world music.
Home to The Hallé and regular venue for the BBC Philharmonic and Manchester Camerata, it also hosts its own classical season – The International Concert Series. It has welcomed stars such as Sir Paul McCartney, Nick Cave, Alfie Boe, Michael Ball, Strictly Stars, and Lea Salonga.
The Bridgewater Hall boasts a £1.2 million pipe organ with 5500 pipes and was the largest instrument to be installed in a UK venue for over a century. A world class concert hall with many exciting shows, events, concerts and premieres to look forward to including The Drifters, London Symphonic Rock Orchestra, The Halle - From Broadway With Love, Murder Trial Tonight IV - Death Of A Landlord, 10cc, Disney In Concert, Fishermans Friends, Alfie Boe, K Pop Allstars Tribute, and Michael Ball. See what's on at The Bridgewater Hall Manchester below and book tickets online.
Most Popular Shows and Events at The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
What's On at The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Nirse Gonzalez (Instituto Cervantes)
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 4 September 2026
Bringing together pieces rooted in Latin American traditions, Spanish heritage and contemporary guitar writing, the recital showcases a rich tapestry of musical identities and styles. Through this selection, Nirse Gonz?lez offers a vibrant ...Maze
The Bridgewater Hall
Saturday 5 September 2026
One of the most acclaimed and influential bands of their era, MAZE, renowned for their unique & timeless R&B and funk sound, decades of unforgettable live performances return to the stage. With a career spanning more than five decades, MAZE...Thompson Twins' Tom Bailey
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 13 September 2026
Thompson Twins are widely regarded as one of the most iconic bands of the 1980s. Known for their unique fusion of pop, new wave, and synth-driven dance music, combined with an eclectic visual style, the band enjoyed consistent success in...Michael Ball
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 14 September 2026
Michael Ball OBE is a Laurence Olivier award-wining, chart-topping, Platinum-selling artist who started out as an actor in West End productions such as Les Miserables in 1985, The Phantom of the Opera in 1987, and Aspects of Love, in 198...Marillion
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Thursday 17 September 2026
For many years Marillion have enjoyed a unique relationship with their fans. In the late 1990s Marillion's US fans sponsored an entire US tour following an appeal and the band responded by creating the very first rock 'n' roll website in th...Lost In Music - One Night at the Disco
The Bridgewater Hall
Friday 18 September 2026
Get ready to recreate the Magical 70's and let us take you on a musical journey straight to the heart of Disco!Relive some of the greatest songs of all time from artists such as Donna Summer, Gloria Gaynor, Earth, Wind & Fire, Sister Sledge...Heard Storytelling - 'It Happened Here'
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 18 September 2026
A live true storytelling event to celebrate the start of The Bridgewater Hall?s 30th season. Enjoy a curated line up of people sharing their lived experience of the transformative impact of the Hall?s history, accompanied by live music. Hea...So Many Beauties
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 25 September 2026
Bridgewater Hall regulars So Many Beauties present a performance of new music shaped through creative collaboration across Greater Manchester. This award winning Collective brings together some of the region?s finest intercultural musicians...Karl Jenkins
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Saturday 26 September 2026
Join Welsh multi-instrumentalist and composer Sir Karl Jenkins for a performance of his record-breaking mass The Armed Man, along with a selection of his other works. Raised in Penclawdd and educated at Gowerton Grammar School, he read m...The Phantoms
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 27 September 2026
With beautiful vocal arrangements, spectacular close part harmony as well as stand out solo performances you certainly won?t want to miss the music of THIS night!...Captain Fantastic and the Rocket Man Band - Elton John Tribute
The Bridgewater Hall
Monday 28 September 2026
The Greatest Elton John Show on the Planet! Celebrating more than five decades of amazing music and showmanship from legendary British singer, pianist and composer, Sir Elton John. Featuring the spellbinding voice and magnetic stage presenc...Freya Ridings
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 30 September 2026
Described by The Times as "the new Adele!", Platinum award selling London singer-songwriter Freya Ridings delivers an infectious slice of folk pop perfection with dancefloor-ready, string-laden singalongs with a touch of Nile Rodgers-style ...Katherine Jenkins
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 2 October 2026
Cherished as one of Britain's all-time favourite singers, multi-award winning Katherine Jenkins has performed all over the world, for the Pope, for Presidents and is a favourite of the Royal Family, having been invited to sing 'God Save The...The Hallé and Opera Rara: Offenbach's Barkouf
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 4 October 2026
What happens when man's best friend becomes head-of-state? Opera Rara and the Halle team up once again to present Offenbach's opera Barkouf, where a dog rules the day. Step into the absurd political world of Offenbach's Barkouf - a riotous ...Avatar - The Last Airbender in Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 5 October 2026
Celebrate 20 years of Avatar: The Last Airbender with this unforgettable concert experience. The 20th Anniversary Tour of Avatar: The Last Airbender In Concert combines a breathtaking live orchestral performance with a two-hour visual jo...
Hue & Cry + Roachford
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 9 October 2026
For the past nine years, he has been part of Mike + the Mechanics, recording with Mike Rutherford?s post-Genesis band and playing live with them across the world. In 2019, Roachford received an MBE for Services to Music....African Soul Rebels - Les Amazones d'Afrique + Gasper Nali
The Bridgewater Hall
Tuesday 13 October 2026
African Soul Rebels, Music Beyond Mainstream's trailblazing live series, is reborn for a new era - celebrating fearless artists who reshape tradition, challenge borders, and put rhythm at the centre of resistance and joy. Leading the charge...Starsailor with Strings
The Bridgewater Hall
Sunday 18 October 2026
Formed at Wigan & Leigh Music College, Starsailor will celebrate the 25th Anniversary of their critically-acclaimed, multi-platinum debut album Love is Here with a special tour featuring a string ensemble arranged and conducted by Joe Dudde...Steve Hackett - Best of Genesis & Solo Gems
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 20 October 2026
It has been 12 years since STEVE HACKETT brought his classic Genesis Revisited show to us. Back then, in 2013, his UK tour culminated in his acclaimed performance at London's Royal Albert Hall and the following release of the live DVD of th...The Shamrocks
The Bridgewater Hall
Friday 23 October 2026
The roaring, rousing atmosphere of traditional Irish pubs will be brought to stages across the country as Emmy Award-winning group The Shamrocks embark on their debut UK tour. After wowing audiences across the globe - from the Sydney Opera ...The Amy Winehouse Band
The Bridgewater Hall
Friday 30 October 2026
In this stunning retrospective show, Amy's original band fronted by the exceptional young vocalist Bronte Shand, celebrate her era defining music and live performances. This is the only completely authentic re-imagining of the Amy Wineh...The Legends in Vegas - After Hours
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 3 November 2026
The Legends: Brendan, James, Pasha, Vincent and Ian in their brand new show Vegas: After Hours-Where the Dance Floor Never Sleeps! Get ready for the ultimate night out-Vegas: After Hours brings five Strictly dance legends together for a spe...Return of the Legends
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 3 November 2026
With their incredible female partners, our five dance legends will bring the spirit of Sin City to life through breathtaking routines and nonstop entertainment?all set to a soundtrack inspired by the greatest Las Vegas performers of all tim...The Magic of Motown
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 4 November 2026
Get ready for all the hits, glittering costumes, dazzling dance routines and outstanding musicianship in this breath-taking live concert spectacular. You will be going Loco down in Acapulco as we take you back down memory lane with all the ...Leo Sayer
The Bridgewater Hall
Friday 6 November 2026
Leo and his band brings boundless energy, exuberance and a hit packed show to some of his favourite venues across the country. Leo is known the world over for his army of hits which include Thunder In My Heart, Moonlighting, One Man Band, I...The Shires
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 8 November 2026
Renowned for their sublime vocal harmonies, talented country-pop duo Ben Earle and Crissie Rhodes - hailing from Hertfordshire and Bedfordshire - have fast become a firm favourite in the UK country music scene. And now they're making t...Bellowhead
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Thursday 12 November 2026
During lockdown in 2020 the 11 members of Bellowhead first re-connected online to remotely record 'New York Girls - At Home'. That led to re-uniting in person for a one-off performance which was streamed to mark the anniversary of Hedonism....Miss Americana - A Tribute to Taylor Swift by Xenna
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 15 November 2026
Step into the unparalleled world of Taylor Swift and her Eras experience in this electrifying show presented by RED Entertainment, Cuffe & Taylor and Live Nation, featuring the incredible Xenna - a celebration of the iconic pop sensation's ...The Hallé Elvis: Viva Las Vegas
Classical Spectacular
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 22 November 2026
Music Lights Lasers Fireworks! The most popular classical show in the UK returns!No other show presents such a magnificent combination of the very best in classical music and state of the art technology. Ranging from a flood of pure white l...Rhythm of the Dance - Christmas Special
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Rhythm of the Dance, which has brought audiences around the world to their feet for over 25 years, is returning with a brand new Christmas production. Let the magic of Christmas begin on this festive journey with all your favourite winte...Rhythm of the Dance Christmas Special
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 24 November 2026
Follow the?Book Premium?link above (where available) to reserve this package. Prefer to sit elsewhere? Simply add?The Lounge?to your booking during checkout....Del Amitri
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 27 November 2026
Formed in 1982, Glaswegian semi-acoustic jangly rockers Del Amitri boast a back catalogue of pure pop gems that cover a gamut of rock styles and observations on life's ironies. With six million record sales worldwide, the Dels are best...Del Amitri
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 27 November 2026
Formed in 1982, Glaswegian semi-acoustic jangly rockers Del Amitri boast a back catalogue of pure pop gems that cover a gamut of rock styles and observations on life's ironies. With six million record sales worldwide, the Dels are best...The Muppet Christmas Carol In Concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Monday 7 - Thursday 17 December 2026
Back by popular demand, Disney's much loved 1992 musical comedy The Muppet Christmas Carol returns. The beloved festive movie will be brought to life by a talented orchestra performing its musical score live in time with the film. The or...Kate Rusby
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 8 December 2026
There's nothing quite like Kate Rusby at Christmas. For more than two decades, Kate has enchanted audiences with her sparkling Christmas concerts - nights filled with warmth, wonder, laughter, and that unmistakable Rusby magic. Returning ...The Bootleg Beatles
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Thursday 10 December 2026
The world's Premier Beatles band continues to draw critical acclaim with their flawless recreation of the greatest songbook in history. Tracing the Fab Four's journey through the swinging 60s, every tiny detail is forensically observed fro...The Holiday In Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 11 December 2026
Cherished 2006 Christmas romcom The Holiday is set presented live in concert this festive season. The show will see the film's enchanting score by world renowned, highly celebrated and multiple Academy Award® and Golden Globe® winning co...Love Actually In Concert - The Film with Live Orchestra
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 15 December 2026
Directed by Richard Curtis and originally released in cinemas in 2003, Love Actually tells ten separate yet interweaving stories of love around Christmas time. The film features an all-star ensemble cast, including Hugh Grant, Liam Neeson...James B Partridge - The Big Christmas Assembly
The Bridgewater Hall
Wednesday 16 December 2026
Get ready for a night packed with festive spirit, singalong tunes, and the nostalgia of Christmases gone by. Known for his vibrant energy and exceptional vocal talent, James brings seasonal favourites and unexpected mashups that will have t...Christmas Carol Singalong
The Bridgewater Hall
Wednesday 23 December 2026
A Festive Celebration for the Whole Family. Get ready to raise your voices and your holiday spirits - Christmas Carol Singalong returns for a sparkling seasonal celebration like no other. Led by the inimitable Jonathan Cohen and featuring W...The Hallé - How to Train Your Dragon 2 in concert
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Wednesday 30 December 2026
When Hiccup and Toothless discover a secret ice cave with wild dragons and a mysterious Dragon Rider, they find themselves in an epic battle to save the future of man and dragons! Experience the spectacular sequel presented in HD, with its ...The National Youth Orchestra
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Tuesday 5 January 2027
FREE FOR UNDER 19s. Feel the sound, free your spirit with this fearless performance by the National Youth Orchestra of Great Britain with conductor Andrew Gourlay, where hundreds of teenagers passionately share their love of music Hear ...Ben Portsmouth - This is Elvis
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 22 January 2027
Internationally renowned as one, if not THE best Elvis tribute in the world today, Ben Portsmouth will bring his unique style and charisma and will show audiences why he is regarded as the best in the business. A multi-talented musician, si...John Waters
The Bridgewater Hall
Friday 5 February 2027
John Watershas written and directed sixteen movies including Pink Flamingos, Female Trouble, Polyester, Hairspray, Cry Baby, Serial Mom and A Dirty Shame. He is the author of ten books: Shock Value, Crackpot, Pink Flamingos and Othe...Michael Starring Ben - The Magic of Michael Jackson
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 26 February 2027
Take a journey back in time to remember Michael Jackson - the man, the music and the magic. MichaelⓇ Starring Ben is a hit theatre production starring the UK's ultimate Michael Jackson tribute star, Ben Bowman. Not only does he look and...The Dubliners Encore - The Official Stage Show
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 12 March 2027
The Dubliners Encore is the Official stage show celebrating the greatest folk band of all time. Produced by The Dubliners' John Sheahan; renowned fiddle player and legendary Irish icon, this new show packs 50 years of songs, stories, and cr...Kim Wilde
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Friday 19 March 2027
Blending nostalgic elements with contemporary sounds, ever since bursting on to the scene in 1981 "Love Blonde" Kim Wilde's signature mix of pop, new wave, and rock - known for its infectious hooks, powerful vocals, and anthemic choruses...YES
The Bridgewater Hall
Monday 3 May 2027
After their hugely successful 'Classic Tales Of Yes' UK Tour in 2024, Progressive Rock legends, YES, return to perform their 1971 classic album, Fragile, in its entirety, including such timeless songs as 'Heart of the Sunrise', 'South S...Cloudbusting & West London Sinfonia - Classical Kate Bush
The Bridgewater Hall
Saturday 12 June 2027
Cloudbusting are the longest running and most universally celebrated tribute to the music of Kate Bush. With TV appearances and live performances across the UK and Europe, the band has earned an enviable reputation for being the most accura...Cloudbusting & West London Sinfonia - Classical Kate Bush
The Bridgewater Hall
Saturday 12 June 2027
Cloudbusting are the longest running and most universally celebrated tribute to the music of Kate Bush. With TV appearances and live performances across the UK and Europe, the band has earned an enviable reputation for being the most accura...Elkie Brooks
The Bridgewater Hall
Saturday 9 October 2027
Having started her career in music in 1960, a remarkable 64 years of performing live, Salford blues legend Elkie Brooks will embark upon her Long Farewell Tour. A celebration of Elkie's illustrious award winning career in music performing s...Wet Wet Wet
The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Sunday 17 October 2027
Iconic Clydebank pop act Wet Wet Wet have sold more than 15 million singles and albums to date and have featured in the UK Singles Chart and Album Chart for an incredible time period of over 500 weeks. Formed in 1982, their albums have b...How to get to The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
Bridgewater Hall Frequently Asked Questions
Lower Mosley Street, Manchester, M2 3WS
There are number of car parks close to The Bridgwater Hall. The nearest car parks are Q-Park First Street, NCP Manchester Central, NCP Great Northern or NCP Oxford Street.
The nearest train stations are Deansgate (approximately a 6 minute walk) and Oxford Road (approximately a 9 minute walk).
The nearest tram stop is St Peter's Square (approximately a 4 minute walk) or Deansgate Castlefield (approximately a 6 minute walk).
The capacity of The Bridgewater Hall in Manchester is 2500. Click here for the seating plan.
Please contact The Bridgewater Hall directly. For further information, please visit their booking info page.
If you would like to buy a ticket in person from The Bridgewater Hall Box Office, they open:
Monday to Friday 10.00am—5.00pm
Saturday & Sunday (concert nights only) 2.00pm—5.00pm.
Counter service is available until 8pm concert nights.
Alternatively, you can see what's on and book online here.
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The Bridgewater Hall also update their show times nearer the event date.
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Most Popular Shows and Events at The Bridgewater Hall, Manchester
