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Top Performance Venues in Manchester
In a city where bands break through in basements and poets pack out bars, performance venues matter. Manchester brings it — energy, attitude, and rooms that know how to hold a crowd. Whether you’re hosting live music, stand-up, spoken word or a launch that needs a mic, this is where things click into place. Think purpose-built halls, intimate studios, converted warehouses and places popular among artists and performers. And with options across the city centre and beyond, you won’t be short on choice or character. Scroll on to find a venue that matches your show’s spirit.
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![Theatre at North West Theatre Arts Company in Manchester]()
Theatre
84 guestsNorth West Theatre Arts CompanyManchesterPerfect for rehearsals, exercise classes, photography or meetings. Primarily used for rehearsals and performances but can be adapted for your needs. The venue includes full length mirrors should you need them, amps and microphones,from £30
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The Live Room
70 guests80 HERTZ StudiosManchesterIt makes a superb scoring stage, and thanks to our networking, it can be used for a performance streamed to the net or an intimate preview gig. But its also a beautiful ambient space that we hire out as a photographers studiofrom £120
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Studio Jet
200 guests0161 StudiosArdwick, Manchester
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Our beautiful mirror length studio & sprung floor we can meet all your dance, acting and singing requirements. You can even use this as a show room, renting out chairs to create a show.from £60
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![Studio Siam at 0161 Studios in Ardwick, Manchester]()
Studio Siam
35 guests0161 StudiosArdwick, Manchester
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Our beautiful mirror-length studio & dance floor can meet all your dance, acting and singing requirements. Including free WIFI, air conditioning, Bluetooth speakers and coffee.from £42
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Photography Studio
15 guests0161 StudiosArdwick, Manchester
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Our beautiful white alcove photography studio. Can be used for concept videos and content creators. With a photography backdrop as well as photography lighting.from £60
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![Boogalú full venue hire at Boogalú in Northern Quarter, Manchester]()
Boogalú full venue hire
150 guestsBoogalúNorthern Quarter, ManchesterAAdam T.
“Fantastic venue for private hire. The staff were amazing and catered for all our needs!!”from £250
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The Basement
175 guestsThe Whiskey JarNorthern Quarter, Manchester
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JJay
“Incredible venue and well priced. I was well looked after by Lydia and team. Would definitely book again.”from £2200
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![Rock Lounge at Hard Rock Cafe Manchester in City Centre, Manchester]()
Rock Lounge
80 guestsHard Rock Cafe ManchesterCity Centre, ManchesterDDebbie J.
“We are already looking at booking the next Member meet up drinks back there in Manchester.”from £300
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Main Bar
300 guests532 Bar & KitchenManchesterThe Main Bar is the perfect venue for a variety of events, including live music performances, private functions, catered events, and more. Designed to offer a versatile and dynamic space, the Main Bar provides all the amenitiesfrom £500
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Cultplex
150 guestsGRUBCheetham Hill, ManchesterNNatalie .
“The staff were incredibly helpful throughout booking and on the day.”from £100
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Venue space
80 guestsThe TalleyrandManchesterLustrous 80-cap (standing) arts and music venue performance space with stage, optional seating in rows or cabaret style, high-quality music venue PA system in the rear of a cool independent bar specializing in a massive rangefrom £200
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The Atrium
200 guestsManchester Art GalleryChinatown, Manchester
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LLaura M.
“We had just the right amount of space we needed with additional space for teas and coffees in the foyer.”from £834
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FAQs about Top Performance Venues in Manchester
Some venues like Wilson’s Social and Northwest Theatre Arts Company operate with later licenses and are ideal for performances that go into the night. Check with the venue directly about noise restrictions and curfews, especially if you're planning live music or amplified sound.
Yes. The Talleyrand, Side Street, and Courts Club are all popular picks for comedy, poetry, and live storytelling events. They offer stage setups with seated audience areas and typically allow you to handle your own ticketing.
It’s best to book at least 2–3 months in advance, especially for weekend evenings. For larger venues or events with ticketed audiences, aim for 4–6 months ahead. Smaller rehearsal studios may offer more flexibility, and sometimes even same-week availability.
