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Theatre & Performance

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Emergence Dance

Emergence Dance 2025

Thu 22 May

Emergence return with a brand-new, triple bill programme of adrenaline-fuelled dance works performed by a new company of extraordinary dancers

Boarding School

An Adequate Abridgement of Boarding School Life as a Homo

Fri 30 May - Sat 31 May

Life through the lens of a queer young man, navigating masculinity, Grindr and institution that is rife with shame; doing it all with a sensational soundtrack and a hearty dose of laughter

Shellshocked

Shellshocked

Fri 20 Jun

Shellshocked is a powerful new play about the horrors of World War Two

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Something About Lennon

Thu 26 Jun

Something About Lennon charts John's story from the breakup of The Beatles to his untimely death in 1980

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The Whirligig of Time

Sun 13 Jul

This event has been cancelled. Our team will be in touch with all ticket holders in due course. We sincerely apologise for any inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

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Daddy’s First Gay Date

Thu 17 Jul - Fri 18 Jul

Is it selfish to leave someone you love in order to find yourself?

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The Remarkable Ben Hart

Wed 23 Jul - Thu 24 Jul

Magic shows that are unforgettable, funny, dark and profoundly baffling

Everywhere's A Beach - Refract 25
Free

Everywhere's A Beach

Fri 25 Jul - Sat 26 Jul

Join us for a day at the beach unlike any other in this high energy, circus theatre show! Perfect for the whole family

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Free

CAGED

Sun 27 Jul

Outdoor dance piece performed in and outside a metal birdcage

Jekyll & Hyde

Jekyll & Hyde

Sat 06 Sep

In a new and enthralling one-man stage adaptation of the classic tale of terror, acclaimed actor Jonathan Goodwin plays both Henry Jekyll and Edward Hyde

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Hamlet

Wed 01 Oct

A full-scale production set in the shadowy medieval court of Denmark, where love, power, and vengeance collide

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Batty!

Thu 09 Oct

A middle aged coming of age story

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Outlawed

Thu 09 Oct

Get ready for a night at The Major Oak, the hottest speakeasy in the whole of Sherwood Forest!

Night Terrors

Night Terrors

Fri 20 Feb

Night Terrors is a chilling evening of supernatural tales from E.F. Benson’s brilliant collection of ghost stories

Comedy & Spoken Word

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John Hegley - An American in Luton

Fri 30 May

Festival and radio regular John Hegley returns with a story of family, fantasy, love and loss

Spy Movie

Spy Movie: The Play!

Sat 31 May

The Greatest Spy Movie Ever Made

Lou Conran

Best of Buzz Comedy (Jun 25)

Sat 07 Jun

Waterside's legendary comedy night showcasing new and established talent

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TAPE FACE:20

Wed 23 Jul - Thu 24 Jul

Mime with noise, stand-up with no talking – drama with no acting

Jimmy Shirley

Best of Buzz Comedy (Sep 25)

Sat 06 Sep

Waterside's legendary comedy night showcasing new and established talent

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Catch Your Breath: The Secret Life of a Sleepless Anaesthetist

Fri 12 Sep

NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author Ed Patrick injects Sale with a gut-punch hilarious show

Vladimir McTavish

Buzz Comedy October 2025

Sat 04 Oct

Waterside's legendary comedy night showcasing new and established talent

EL P

Buzz Comedy November 2025

Sat 01 Nov

Waterside's legendary comedy night showcasing new and established talent

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Buzz Comedy December 2025

Sat 06 Dec

Waterside's legendary comedy night showcasing new and established talent

Tony Vino

Buzz Comedy Feb 2026

Sat 07 Feb

Waterside's legendary comedy night showcasing new and established talent

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Pete Firman: Tricks & Giggles

Fri 20 Mar '26

With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician

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Justin Moorhouse: The Greatest Performance of My Life

Sat 28 Mar

Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Justin returns with "The Greatest Performance of My Life".

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ADHD Unmasked

ADHD Unmasked

Fri 23 May

Join Hester Grainger for a refreshingly honest look at life with ADHD

Kerry Ellis

Kerry Ellis: Queen of The West End

Fri 26 Sep

Kerry Ellis looks back on her illustrious career, singing songs from the biggest musicals

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Simon Yates: Pleasure & Pain

Mon 13 Oct

Join legendary mountaineer Simon Yates, of the Touching the Void docu-drama, as he recounts a decade of thrilling new climbs across the globe.

John Lydon

John Lydon: I Could Be Wrong, I Could Be Right

Thu 16 Oct

Legend and icon John Lydon will talk about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career

Trevor Horn

Adventures in Modern Recording: An Intimate Evening with Trevor Horn

Tue 28 Oct

One of the world’s greatest music producers – Trevor Horn – is going on an exclusive tour this autumn

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Nik Kershaw: Musings & Lyrics

Sun 09 Nov

Expect songs, stories, and silliness from one of the nation’s most-loved performers

Brett Tippie

Brett Tippie: The Right Line

Mon 10 Nov

Brett Tippie is a multi-talented professional extreme sports athlete – Brett has been through it all and will tell the stories of his wild and inspiring roller-coaster of a career!

Live Music

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Lunatraktors

Lunatraktors

Fri 23 May

Anglo-Celtic traditional music with influences from post-punk, trip-hop and queer cabaret

Wille Edwards

Wille Edwards

Sat 24 May

Eclectic songwriter and frontman of Wille and the Bandits

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The Manfreds

Thu 05 Jun

The Manfreds, featuring original Manfred Mann members Paul Jones and Tom McGuinness, are excited to be returning to the stage

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Rodina with Joe Tatton and Lucas De Mulder

Fri 06 Jun

Soul and Jazz songs described by Manchester Music as "like an angel holding court in a smoky, chilled underground bar. A classy performance"

Max ZT & Dan Whitehouse

Max ZT & Dan Whitehouse

Fri 20 Jun

Max ZT & Dan Whitehouse combine spoken word, song and virtuoso playing

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Wakefire: Lady Maisery, Jimmy Aldridge & Sid Goldsmith

Mon 23 Jun

Two of the most engaging and inventive acts on the English folk scene return with their hotly anticipated next alchemic collaboration: an essential incantation to the summertime

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Michael McGoldrick & Tim Edey

Fri 04 Jul

The duo is a special meeting of old friends bringing together virtuosity and sheer musical magic

Big Indian Choir

An evening of soulful Indian classical vocal by Padma Bhushan Pandit Ajoy Chakrabarty

Thu 10 Jul

Indian classical vocal by Pandit Ajoy Chakrabarty

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Saltlines

Sun 13 Jul

SALTLINES is an immersive Prose and Music collaboration between bestselling author Raynor Winn (The Salt Path) and The Gigspanner Big Band

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Arun Ghosh & Full Band

Tue 22 Jul

Acclaimed clarinettist Arun Ghosh & his full band

Bay Bryan

Bay Bryan

Fri 25 Jul

With deep roots in the theatre, Bay brings a bard-like flair to his live performances often weaving stories in and out of songs, making for a cabaret-like atmosphere that is playful, authentic and ethereal

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Alex Voysey

Sat 13 Sep

Alex Voysey is one of the most exciting emerging artists on the UK Blues scene

The Clone Roses Live

The Clone Roses & DJ Dave Sweetmore

Fri 19 Sep

Making their welcome return to Sale Waterside are the UK’s leading tribute to The Stone Roses ‘The Clone Roses’

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India Electric Company

Sat 20 Sep

After a mammoth 60+ date UK and European support tour with Midge Ure and live sessions with BBC Radio 2 and 6 Music they returned in 2024 with their long awaited third studio album

Stars of Irish England 2nd part 2025

The Stars Of Irish Country

Thu 25 Sep

Following a hugely successful tour last year to nightly standing ovations join 4 of the Emerald Isles favourite Country Music Stars all on one super show

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Barbara Dickson

Sat 27 Sep

In this special semi-acoustic performance, Barbara Dickson and her pianist Nick Holland explore her catalogue of songs at an intimate level

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Man of The World: The Music of Peter Green

Sat 04 Oct

Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac

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Breabach

Sun 05 Oct

One of Scotland’s most skilled & imaginative contemporary-folk acts!

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The Blackheart Orchestra

Sat 11 Oct

The Blackheart Orchestra are British multi-award winning, multi-instrumentalists Chrissy Mostyn and Rick Pilkington. They comprise a two person ‘orchestra’ playing up to 13 instruments in their unique live show

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Mama Afrika: Celebrating the Life of Miriam Makeba

Fri 24 Oct

Celebrating the Life of Miriam Makeba

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Martin Harley

Sat 25 Oct

Harley captivates with his spellbinding slide guitar and ability to blend Americana, Blues, and Folk

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Steve Knightley

Thu 30 Oct

Steve Knightley is thrilled to unveil his new four-piece band, set to tour in autumn 2025!

TheBritpopHour

The Britpop Hour

Fri 24 Apr

Join award-winning writer and comedian Marc Burrows for a multi-media stand up celebration of one of British music’s most iconic and enduring movements, marking 30 years since the iconic Blur vs. Oasis chart war

Family

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The Detective Dog, Paul Blakemore

The Detective Dog

Sat 24 May - Sun 25 May

Tiny & Tall Productions brings you Julia Donaldson and Sara Ogilvie's well-loved story, The Detective Dog on stage for Deaf and hearing family audiences

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Breathe

Sun 01 Jun

Join this extraordinary journey to discover the beats and rhythms of a wild woodland world

Wind in the Willows

Walkden Gardens: Wind In The Willows

Sun 15 Jun

A TOAD-ally terrific treat whether you’re 4 or 104!

ComedySportz

ComedySportz

Monthly

Two teams battle it out for laughs with quick-witted gags, games, sketches and songs inspired by your suggestions

Three Little Vikings

Three Little Vikings

Sun 29 Jun

Three Little Vikings is all about cooperation, bravery, and getting your voice heard!

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Free

Hug

Thu 24 Jul - Fri 25 Jul

A vibrant outdoor contemporary circus theatre performance and living installation

Out of the Deep Blue, Refract 25 (Peter Lopeman)
Free

Out of the Deep Blue

Sat 26 Jul - Sun 27 Jul

An outdoor spectacle featuring a giant sea puppet

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Free

Batala Manchester

Sat 26 Jul

Global Brazilian samba reggae street percussionists bringing the carnival culture, of Salvador Brazil, to the streets of the world!

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Free

The Thingumajigs

Sat 26 Jul

The Thingumajigs are a musical collective of friends from Salford who play "good time music"

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The Global Grooves Bloco

Sun 27 Jul

How do you know when the party’s started? When Global Grooves Bloco and Brass have arrived, that’s when!

1. The Herd - Wild Child Photographer

Counting Sheeps

Sun 07 Sep

A sleepy, sheepy show for babies and toddlers (and very tired grown ups)

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Tales From The Lighthouse

Sun 28 Sep

Prepare yourself for a musical voyage full of stories, songs and the sea…

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Nick Cope: I've Lost My Bobble Hat

Sun 26 Oct

Help Nick find his beloved bobble hat in this fun filled musical hour with all your favourite Nick Cope hits and more

Exhibitions

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Sale at Work: Creatives

Sat 05 Apr - Sat 07 Jun

Sale at Work: Creatives is a celebration of the vibrant talent that shapes Sale.

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Free

Manchester Made Exhibition

Sat 03 May - Sun 27 Jul

Exhibition made by Greater Manchester artists, designers and makers

Our Long Goodbye (Jenny Harris)
Free

Our Long Goodbye

Sat 14 Jun - Sun 27 Jul

An exhibition exploring the relationship with someone living with dementia.

Community Events

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Tea Dance

Dance Discovery

Wed 10:30

Imaginative, creative dance and movement for the over 50s that will stimulate the mind, body and soul

Swing & Swing Again

Sale Festival: Swing & Swing Again Big Band with Trafford Music Service Jazz Collective

Sat 07 Jun

The Swing & Swing Again Big Band and young musicians from the Trafford Music Service Jazz Collective, will sing and play a variety of music including Swing, Jazz, Latin, Pop and film themes.

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Sale Festival: Trafford Music Service Ensembles and Soloists

Mon 09 Jun

Trafford Music Service ensembles and soloists

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Sale Festival: Henry VIII - England's Most Controversial King, an illustrated talk

Mon 09 Jun

Known for his 6 wives there is much more to this King...

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Sale Festival: Gorse Hill Studios 10 for 10 Showcase

Tue 10 Jun

The event is to showcase the talent from GHS and celebrate our 10th anniversary

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Sale Festival: Primary School Choirs Celebration

Wed 11 Jun

An hour and half of uplifting songs!

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Sale Festival: Craig Ogden Classical Guitar

Thu 12 Jun

Join Sallow Tree Concerts and Sale Festival for a very special evening of beautiful music as we welcome back Classic FM featured artist, Craig Ogden, for a delightful summer’s evening of beautiful classical guitar music.

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Sale Festival: Showtime 25

Thu 12 Jun

An evening of song, dance and jazz to remember

The Soul Federation Band

Sale Festival: Summer Soul with The Soul Federation

Fri 13 Jun

The Soul Federation is an award-winning band playing Soul, Northern Soul and Blues Brothers hits.

Strangers on a Train

FILM: Strangers on a Train (1951)

Wed 18 Jun

Accessible Films For All

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Sale Festival: Discovering the Unknown at the Large Hadron Collider

Fri 27 Jun

How can smashing particles together at the Large Hadron Collider help us unlock the Mysteries of the Universe?

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Sale Festival: Love For Sale

Fri 27 Jun

Hootin Annie’s Big Band along with Rednotes acapella choir, will take you through an exciting multimedia evening celebrating the town of Sale

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Sale Festival: ‘Make Some Noise’- Sale Sings and Chorlton Sings Joint Concert

Sat 28 Jun

Join us for an unforgettable celebration of singing, community, and live music!

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Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical Jr.

Tue 01 Jul - Wed 02 Jul

A magical and heart-warming performance of Roald Dahl's Matilda.

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Onyx Dance: The Red Carpet Summer Show 2025

Sat 05 Jul

Join Onyx Dance for their Red Carpet Summer Show!

Mary Poppins

FILM: Mary Poppins (1964)

Wed 09 Jul

Accessible Films For All

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Manchester Made Craft Fair

Sat 19 Jul

High quality contemporary crafts to buy from selected local designer-makers

Artful Playground Summer School on stage

Artful Playground Summer School

Mon 18 Aug - Fri 22 Aug

Come and take part in our "show in a week" Theatre Summer School!

Funny Face

FILM: Funny Face (1957)

Wed 17 Sep

Accessible Films For All

Creative Activities

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Visible Dance - Oct 24 (Jason Lock)

Visible Dance

Mon 10:30

A weekly workshop for adults with mild to moderate disabilities

Sing & Sign - Oct 24 (Jason Lock)

Sing & Sign

Mon 13:30

A sign-along choir session for adults of mixed abilities

Tae Kwon Doe

Tae Kwon Do

Wed 18:00

Children's Tae Kwon Do session

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Artful Voices

Wed 19:30

Join Artful Voices and sing great songs arranged specifically for you!

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Artful Playground Musical Theatre Class

Wed 16:00 or 16:45

Musical theatre classes for those who love musicals

Darren Adams - The Queer Creatives Assembly

Forge: Artists & Makers Development Day

Sat 14 Jun

Join us for Forge, a brand new development day for craftmakers, designer-makers and contemporary visual artists

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Write Out Loud

Monthly

Poetry open floor nights, come along and read your work or just listen

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Low Availability

Creative Characters Writing Workshop

Wed 18 Jun

Led by writer and editor Natalie Beech, this workshop will delve into one of the most important aspects of writing fiction: compelling and believable characters.

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Low Availability

Writing From Real Life - Creative Writing Workshop

Thu 10 Jul

Led by writer and editor Natalie Beech, this workshop explores how using your own experiences or the real experiences of others in your writing can be powerful, authentic and cathartic.

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Pre Fab!

Fri 05 Sep

This event has been cancelled, ticket holders will be contacted in due course

1 Waterside Plaza, Sale, Trafford, M33 7ZF

0161 912 5616

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