Top Rated Concerts and Shows in Mawdesley

"The Royal Exchange Theatre was founded in 1976 by a group of renowned and influential artistic directors who had a vision to make an internationally recognised theatre amidst the vibrant culture of Manchester. The theatre’s repertoire has featured brilliant adaptations of the classics from William Shakespeare, Tennessee Williams, Oscar Wilde, Noel Coward, and Anton Chekhov, as well as lists of debut plays. One of the country’s leading theatres for new writing, the Royal Exchange Theatre offers fantastic programmes for emerging practitioners and educational facilities."

"Source: Photo by Wikimedia Commons user Michael D Beckwith used under CC BY 3.0. The beautiful Winter Garden is a huge entertainment center right in the heart of Blackpool. Its history dates back to the late 19th century and since then, it became quintessential in the British Isles."

"The Winter Gardens is a unique venue, offering one of the largest theatre stages in the country, the Empress Ballroom home to the World’s largest Dance Festivals."

"The feted Victorian theatre designer Frank Matcham was the man behind the splendid Grand Theatre, built in the mid-1890s. The neo-Baroque auditorium has four levels and abounds with exuberant gilded stuccowork, on the ceiling and the cantilevered balconies. The Grand Theatre is such a majestic place to watch a performance that you don’t need to be too picky about what you see."

"The Grand Theatre is one of the famous theatres in England located in the city of Blackpool. It was established in 1894 by the Victorian theatre architect Frank Matcham. The project of Grand Theatre's construction is estimated £20,000, and it was financed by Thomas Sergenson who used the theatre to stage a circus for several years."

"Manchester Opera House is the Palace Theatre’s little sister. It’s located on Quay Street, near Spinningfields. It is smaller than the Palace theatre however, there are still some amazing productions to see here."

"The building of the Dancehouse Theatre has had a fascinating history full of transformation, morphing from meeting halls to a multi-screen cinema complex. In the 1990s it was restored to its former Art Deco splendour and was reopened as The Dancehouse Theatre, home to the Northern Ballet School. While the venue presents a broad range of performances including comedy, music and drama, dance lies at the heart of this North West icon."

"Another one that you'll have to exercise patience for is the RNCM (Royal Northern College of Music), which is - understandably - prioritising the return of students and tutors. You can see the latest updates at www.rncm.ac.uk."

"The Royal Northern College of Music is an internationally acclaimed conservatoire, as well as an eclectic performance venue delivering a diverse programme of music and opera performances."

"What: Found in Manchester’s trendy Northern Quarter and headed up by a Michelin-trained chef, TNQ marries edgy interiors with high-quality dining and offers a great value set lunch menu. The restaurant also benefits from a sun-trap terrace, which helps the likes of steamed Scottish mussels with tomato ragu and grilled monkfish with lemon and chive potato cake taste even better. Where: 108 High Street, M4 1HQ"

"This simple, intimate dining room in the Northern Quarter is relaxed and friendly, with exposed wooden floors and grand windows showcasing the famous Smithfield fish markets. An accomplished modern British menu focuses on local seasonal ingredients such as slow-cooked pork belly with pork cheek bon bon, and market fish stew."

"This gorgeous Northern Quarter restaurant is a long-standing favourite of the area. It’s seen many other restaurants come and go around it, but TNQ has stayed put. Find British classics served with a twist in a relaxed but formal setting."

"Italian restaurant, Pasta Factory has always had a great selection of vegan dishes and has even got its own range of homemade vegan cheeses. Plant-based options include Triangoli di Funghi al Tartugo (a mushroom and truffle pasta dish with cashews) and Molle con Crema di Aglio Nero (short pasta with black garlic, shredded red pepper, chillies and almonds). Delivery is available via Uber Eats and Deliveroo."

"Indulge in some authentic Italian pasta at The Pasta Factory. It’s not strictly a vegan- or vegetarian-only restaurant, as meat dishes are also available, but there’s a healthy variety of options for those looking for something plant-based. From the vegan spinach and potato ravioli to the hazelnut and chocolate mousse, you’ll be able to get both dinner and dessert – all for a reasonable price."

"[Read More…](https://quisine.quandoo.co.uk/guide/best-vegan-restaurants-manchester/attachment/pasta-factory/). Fear not, pasta lovers, as The Pasta Factory makes sure Italian food features in this list. The Pasta Factory is a quick and easy sort of place where all the focus is on the quality of the food, meaning the team makes fresh pasta by hand every day."

"In Rome pizza isn't round; it's rectangular and served al taglio (by the slice). The owners of this pizza bar travelled to the Italian capital to learn how it's done, and it shows. Everything is made onsite, every day, and it's all good, from the elegant simplicity of the beautifully light, bouncy focaccia, dressed with olive oil, rosemary and sea salt, to classic toppings such as broccoli, sausage and chilli."

"While ice cream isn’t their raison d’etre, Northern Quarter pizzeria Slice offer the continental experience in abundance, allowing you to eat al fresco in Stevenson Square with a cup of their custom-made gelato. Their rotating lineup is impressive too, varying from classic flavours such as raspberry ripple to the experimental Key lime pie. 1a Stevenson Sq, Northern Quarter, M1 1DN"