Thu 17 Jul - Fri 18 Jul
Is it selfish to leave someone you love in order to find yourself?
Wed 23 Jul - Thu 24 Jul
Magic shows that are unforgettable, funny, dark and profoundly baffling
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
Sun 27 Jul
Outdoor dance piece performed in and outside a metal birdcage
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
Thu 25 Sep - Fri 26 Sep
An intensely physical, funny, and tender duet by two men wrestling with their relationship to violence - both onscreen and off.
Wed 01 Oct
A full-scale production set in the shadowy medieval court of Denmark, where love, power, and vengeance collide
Thu 09 Oct
A middle aged coming of age story
Get ready for a night at The Major Oak, the hottest speakeasy in the whole of Sherwood Forest!
Fri 17 Oct
1825. After reliving traumatic memories from her childhood, a young woman arrives in London, full of hope and ready to embrace a fresh start. However, she soon finds herself as ‘the leading lady in drama she can’t comprehend.’
Sat 18 Oct
Room – A journey into the creative mind of Virginia Woolf Written and performed by HEATHER ALEXANDER. DIRECTED BY DOMINIQUE GERRARD.
Fri 24 Oct
Happy Hour. It's more than an hour, and it's not always happy. Written and performed by Jonathan Brown Directed by Denise Evans.
Tue 04 Nov - Sat 08 Nov
In their 40th anniversary year, Junior Stage 80 proudly presents the dazzling Broadway classic Guys and Dolls! Following their smash hit production of Beauty and The Beast in 2024, JS80 returns with another spectacular show.
Fri 06 Feb
Two eerie ghost stories by M R James.
Fri 20 Feb
Night Terrors is a chilling evening of supernatural tales from E.F. Benson’s brilliant collection of ghost stories
Mime with noise, stand-up with no talking – drama with no acting
Waterside's legendary comedy night showcasing new and established talent
Fri 12 Sep
NHS anaesthetist, comedian and author Ed Patrick injects Sale with a gut-punch hilarious show
Sat 04 Oct
LipService presents Funny Stuff Written & performed by Sue Ryding
Are we on the road to hell? And can we avoid the potholes? ‘Fair Cop’ Alfie has the antidote to the breakdown of law and order, fake news and the price of baked beans.
Sat 01 Nov
Sat 06 Dec
Fri 19 Dec - Sat 20 Dec
The ComedySportz team are back this Christmas for more Totally Improvised Pantomimes!
Sat 07 Feb
Sun 08 Feb
Watson returns after seasons at the Adelaide, Melbourne, Sydney and Edinburgh comedy festivals.
Wed 11 Feb
A Hilarious and Epic Adventure! What happens when a cinema's Lord of the Rings marathon goes terribly wrong?
Fri 27 Feb
Having reassessed her life through the prism of an ADHD diagnosis in last year's funny and moving memoir, one of Britain's most beloved and most scatterbrained stand-ups lets you back into her mind (warning: it's cluttered in there). Among other things, this show will be a love-letter to letter-writing, a trip back through her early years as a comic and woman-about-town, and a whirlwind tour of a chaotic, hilarious brain.
Fri 20 Mar
With over 4.5 million social media followers and countless TV appearances under his belt, Pete Firman is the UK's top comic magician.
Sat 28 Mar
Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Justin returns with "The Greatest Performance of My Life".
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
Fri 26 Sep
Kerry Ellis looks back on her illustrious career, singing songs from the biggest musicals
Mon 13 Oct
Join legendary mountaineer Simon Yates as he recounts a decade of thrilling new climbs.
Thu 16 Oct
Legend and icon John Lydon will talk about how he sees life, along with his unique and extraordinary career
Tue 28 Oct
One of the world’s greatest music producers – Trevor Horn – is going on an exclusive tour this autumn
Sun 09 Nov
Expect songs, stories, and silliness from one of the nation’s most-loved performers
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!
Mon 09 Feb
Join legendary climber Leo Houlding for Exposed, a gripping live experience with stunning visuals, film, and storytelling from the world’s wildest places.
Sun 26 Apr
An Evening of Music and Conversation
Sat 02 May
With a new book in the offing, Toyah is hitting the road for an extensive UK tour in which she’ll sing favourite hits and tell stories from her remarkable career
Tue 26 May
Craig Revel Horwood: Revelations - Songs Boys Don't Sing
Tue 22 Jul
Acclaimed clarinettist Arun Ghosh & his full band
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
Rodina
Sat 13 Sep
Alex Voysey is one of the most exciting emerging artists on the UK Blues scene
Fri 19 Sep
Making their welcome return to Sale Waterside are the UK’s leading tribute to The Stone Roses ‘The Clone Roses’
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
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
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
Celebrating the life and music of Peter Green, founder of the original Fleetwood Mac
Sun 05 Oct
One of Scotland’s most skilled & imaginative contemporary-folk acts!
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
Sun 19 Oct
Lisa Knapp and Gerry Diver are a remarkable musical partnership at the forefront of contemporary folk.
Celebrating the Life of Miriam Makeba
Sat 25 Oct
Harley captivates with his spellbinding slide guitar and ability to blend Americana, Blues, and Folk
Thu 30 Oct
Steve Knightley is thrilled to unveil his new four-piece band, set to tour in autumn 2025!
Fri 14 Nov
Since launching in 2017 Ultimate Coldplay have been widely recognised as being the world’s most accurate Coldplay tribute featuring a true look-a-like Chris Martin. They are frequently described as the ‘next best thing’ to one the UK’s most famous bands faithfully replicating note for note all the biggest hits including ‘Paradise’, ‘Fix You’, Viva la Vida’, ‘My Universe’ and ‘Yellow’.
Sun 16 Nov
BROUA is a band that blends traditional Tunisian and Arabic music with Mediterranean and contemporary influences.
Fri 21 Nov
In 2022, Danny Kyle award winning global-folk band Mishra began a new cross-cultural collaboration with international fusion vocalist Deepa Shakthi.
Fri 19 Dec
Following on from GreenMatthews' 10 years of successful touring Christmas shows, Gaudete! is an expanded lineup playing new and exciting arrangements of Chris and Sophie’s popular festive fare.
Thu 24 Jul - Fri 25 Jul
A juggling show, with head banging music.
A vibrant outdoor contemporary circus theatre performance and living installation
Sat 26 Jul - Sun 27 Jul
An outdoor spectacle featuring a giant sea puppet
Sat 26 Jul
Global Brazilian samba reggae street percussionists bringing the carnival culture, of Salvador Brazil, to the streets of the world!
The Thingumajigs are a musical collective of friends from Salford who play "good time music"
How do you know when the party’s started? When Global Grooves Bloco and Brass have arrived, that’s when!
Sun 07 Sep
A sleepy, sheepy show for babies and toddlers (and very tired grown ups)
Monthly
Two teams battle it out for laughs with quick-witted gags, games, sketches and songs inspired by your suggestions
Sun 21 Sep
Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, and brand new for 2025!
Sun 28 Sep
Prepare yourself for a musical voyage full of stories, songs and the sea…
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
The Witch Who Couldn't Sleep By Steven Lee A "Story Time" family musical from the creators of There Was An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly.
Thu 04 - Sat 27 Dec
Our enchanting festive show
Sat 13 Dec
Fri 20 Feb - Sun 22 Feb
Join Mr and Mrs Chickweed and save the day as they pull The Enormous Turnip out of the ground before it takes over the planet!
Sat 03 May - Sun 27 Jul
Exhibition made by Greater Manchester artists, designers and makers
Sat 14 Jun - Sun 27 Jul
An exhibition exploring the relationship with someone living with dementia.
Mon 18 Aug - Sat 11 Oct
The Trinity Buoy Wharf Drawing Prize is an annual exhibition of drawings supported by the Trinity Buoy Wharf Trust. Waterside is the final venue to host the touring exhibition of the 2024 prize
Wed 10:30
Imaginative, creative dance and movement for the over 50s that will stimulate the mind, body and soul
Sat 19 Jul
High quality contemporary crafts to buy from selected local designer-makers
Sat 02 Aug
The workshop is a fantastic opportunity for young people aged 12 to 18 with SEN to try their hand at musical theatre
Mon 18 Aug - Fri 22 Aug
Come and take part in our "show in a week" Theatre Summer School!
Wed 16:00 or 16:45
Musical theatre classes for those who love musicals
Wed 18:00
Children's Tae Kwon Do session
Wed 19:30
Join Artful Voices and sing great songs arranged specifically for you!
Poetry open floor nights, come along and read your work or just listen
Tue 16 Sep '25 - Tue 17 Feb '26
Our popular Creatives Brunch Club returns as a calendar staple.
Tue 07 Oct
Are you afraid of spiders? Do you hyperventilate at the thought of a vaccination? Do you go out of your way to avoid lifts, or freeze in the face of a button? This workshop uses creative writing to talk seriously about the impact of irrational fears and explore the physical sensations that people with phobias experience.
Suzanne Oliver of Scintilla IP leads this introductory session on copyright and intellectual property rights for artists and creatives.
Tue 21 Oct
Led by writer and editor Natalie Beech (Channel 4 Writing for Television Award, 2022, editor Flourish Magazine), this workshop will explore how to utilise your creative skills to build a sustainable career in the arts.
Tue 18 Nov
If you're interested to apply for CIT's Curator Incubator scheme, you can book a free 30 minute advice session with the team behind CIT, the Cosgrove Hall Films Archive and Waterside's galleries.
Wed 17 Sep
Accessible Films For All
Wed 15 Oct
Accessible films for all
Wed 12 Nov
Wed 28 Jan
Wed 25 Feb
Wed 25 Mar
