Why go and see it?
Don’t miss Liz Pichon’s fantastic characters as they come to life in this brand new story for the stage!
Tom's doing everything possible to stay out of trouble but somehow he's got THREE sad faces on the school achievement chart! And getting another sad face means he can’t go on the SCHOOL TRIP! Moany Marcus Meldrew is making things worse and now Tom's annoyed his grumpy sister Delia. Can his best friend Derek help? Will Rooster the dog stop eating his homework?
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3 Quay St, Manchester M3 3HP, UK
2 hours 5 minutes incl. interval
Wed - Sat at 19:00
Thurs at 13:30
Fri at 10:30
Sat at 14:00
Based on the bestselling books by Liz Pichon, this brand new story is bought to you by the award winning producers of Horrible Histories and Gangsta Granny. It’s pure fun for the whole family whether you're a lover of the books or new to Tom and his friends!
Entertaining, funny and exceptionally feel-good, Tom Gates is jam packed with Liz Pichon’s illustrations which are amazingly animated for the stage! With brilliantly catchy tunes and hilarious performances, you're guaranteed to leave the theatre with a huge smile on your face. So climb aboard this world premiere production as it magically transports you into Tom's amazing world!
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This truly amazing show brings my books wonderfully to life in a fantastically funny and visually mesmerising way. It's a total feast for the eyes and ears and I couldn't be prouder of it!- Liz Pichon
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Opera House Manchester
3 Quay St, Manchester M3 3HP, UK
Deansgate Station
The Box Office is open for 90 minutes prior to the performance commencing. See 'What's On' section for performance times Please be aware this is a cashless venue and will only accept card payments at retail points.
Bar - Pre-show & interval drinks and snacks
Ambassador Lounge - Pre-show & interval table service (Charge applies)
Membership Benefits - 25% off pre-show drinks (30mins prior)
Originally The New Theatre, it opened on Boxing Day, 1912. It went through several iterations, being renamed once before becoming the Opera House in 1920. It's also been used for different functions; as a cinema in WW2, then a bingo hall before reopening as a theatre again in 1984. Since, it has hosted magnificent shows like Barnum and Phantom of the Opera.
3 Quay St, Manchester M3 3HP, UK
2 hours 5 minutes incl. interval
Wed - Sat at 19:00
Thurs at 13:30
Fri at 10:30
Sat at 14:00
Join ATG+, the UK's best live entertainment membership to enjoy these benefits and much more across 35+ venues:
Priority booking and ringfenced seats
Ticket offers and no transaction fees
Flexible tickets
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