Top 10 must-see shows in the North West next week ft Johnny Depp, Kevin Bridges, Alice Cooper & Nile Rodgers
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Take a look at the top 10 must-see shows in the North West next week according to our entertainment reporter.
The North West is packed with incredible live entertainment week in and week out.
Ahead of next week, we’ve scoured venues across Merseyside, Manchester, Lancashire, Cheshire and Cumbria to come up with the top 10 shows on offer.
From renowned comedians, to global music stars and acclaimed theatre productions, there's something on for every taste between Monday, August 17 and Sunday, August 23.
Below, we've rounded up the ten biggest shows you won't want to miss out on next week, listed in date order, and included some show and ticket information too.
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Nile Rodgers & CHIC at Salt & Tar, Liverpool
- When: Monday, August 17
- Description: The legendary performer and his iconic disco band, Chic, perform in Liverpool as part of summer UK and Europe tour.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets cost £64.35 and are available here.
Happy Birthday Peter Rabbit at Victoria Wood Theatre in Cumbria
- When: Monday, August 17 - Sunday, August 22 except no show on Friday (runs until August 30)
- Description: Peter Rabbit and his friends hop from page to stage in a delightful musical spectacular with beautiful puppets and enchanting songs.
- Ticket information: Still available, adult tickets cost £11.81, child tickets £8.75 and are available here.
Hollywood Vampires at AO Arena
- When: Tuesday, August 18
- Description: This American rock supergroup, made up of Alice Cooper, Johnny Depp, Joe Perry and Tommy Henriksen, return to the UK and Europe this summer for a string of hugely anticipated shows- their first live shows in almost 3 years.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £20.36 and are available here.
Take Me Home County Road at Liverpool’s Royal Court
- When: Tuesday, August 18- Saturday, August 22 (runs until Aug 29)
- Description: This brand new comedy from Adam McCoy follows Shelly, a County Road girl, through and through, as she goes on a journey from Wavertree to Tennessee (or thereabouts) in her pursuit of stardom
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £18 and are available here.
Mean Girls at Blackpool Winter Gardens
- When: Tuesday, August 18 - Saturday, August 22
- Description: Winner of Best New Musical (WhatsOnStage Awards) and direct from the West End, this the hilarious smash-hit musical comedy, starring Steps star Faye Tozer, follows The Plastics – Regina, Gretchen and Karen- and home-schooled Cady Heron.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £23.13, and are available here.
The Choir of Man at Storyhouse, Chester
- When: Tuesday, August 18- Saturday, August 22
- Description: Direct from the West End, the Olivier Award-nominated, worldwide smash hit, set in a working pub, is now on its first ever UK tour and features cast of nine guys singing pop, rock, and folk hits alongside high-energy tap dance and poetry.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £36.50 for non members and are available here.
Joseph and The Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat at Blackpool Grand Theatre
- When: Wednesday, August 19- Saturday, August 22
- Description: This spectacular Summer Youth Production brings fresh energy and big ambition to one of the world’s most beloved musicals which tells the timeless story of Joseph, his jealous brothers and a coat like no other.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £18 and are available here.
Ruts DC + Department S at The Ferret, Preston
- When: Thursday, August 20
- Description: Cult reggae-influenced punk rock band Ruts DC (formerly known as The Ruts) are joined on stage by punk/new wave band Department S.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £24.75 and are available here.
Kevin Bridges at O2 Apollo, Manchester
- When: Thursday, August 20- Sunday, August 22
- Description: The legendary Scottish comedian brings his new show ‘Here If You Need Me’ thrice to Manchester next week but there are even more dates the following week.
- Ticket information: Resale tickets available, starting from £64.94 and they are available here.
Disney’s High School Musical at The Lowry, Salford
- When: Saturday, August 22 - Sunday, August 23 (runs until September 19)
- Description: Starring Jason Donovan and Disney royalty KayCee Stroh, this exciting new production is based on the hit Disney Channel Original Movie and follows the students of East High as they navigate the highs and lows of first love, friendships, and self-discovery.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £29 and are available here.
You can also take a look at all the live events on in your local area via sites such as Eventbrite, Ticketmaster and Eventim.