Top 10 must-see shows in the North West next week including hit shows Moulin Rouge & Waitress (cloned)
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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, July 13 and Sunday, July 18.
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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Moulin Rouge! The Musical at Liverpool Empire
- When: Monday, July 13 - Saturday, July 18 (runs until August 8)
- Description: Winner of 10 Tony awards, Baz Luhrmann’s revolutionary film comes to life onstage, remixed in a new musical mash-up extravaganza. A celebration of truth, beauty, freedom and - above all - love, Moulin Rouge! is more than a musical; it is a state of mind.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £20 and are available here.
Waitress at Blackpool Winter Gardens
- When: Monday, July 13 - Saturday, July 18
- Description: Starring Carrie Hope Fletcher and Les Dennis, this “warm, witty, wise and hilarious” (EXPRESS) hit follows Jenna, a waitress and expert pie-maker who dreams of some happiness in her life.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £15 and are available here.
Nell Gwynn at Theatre by the Lake, Keswick
- When: Monday, July 13 - Saturday, July 18 (runs until August 1)
- Description: Jessica Swale's witty, award-winning comedy follows actress Nell Gwynn as she rises from orange seller to one of the first female stars of the English stage and the mistress of King Charles II.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £12 and are available here.
Militarie Gun at Manchester Gorilla
- When: Monday, July 13
- Description: One of only four UK dates from the american rock band this year
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £21and are available here.
Something Rotten! at Opera House Manchester
- When: Tuesday, July 14 - Sunday, July 19 (last date of Manchester run)
- Description: Comedy icon Jason Manford makes his highly anticipated return to the stage in this award-winning show, set in the 1590s, which guarantees spectacular fun for audience members of all ages
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £40.56 and are available here.
Tapestry at Chorley Theatre
- When: Tuesday, July 14 and Wednesday, July 15
- Description: Performed in the studio by members of the ‘evolve’ performance programme;, this play sees stories of love, laughter and relationships interconnect with comedy and drama culminating in an explosive ending.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets cost £10 and are available here.
The Tiger Who Came for Tea at Blackpool Grand
- When: Wednesday, July 15 - Saturday, July 18
- Description: A delightful stage adaptation of the classic tale of teatime mayhem featuring oodles of magic, sing-a-long songs and clumsy chaos.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets cost £17 and are available here.
Rhythm of the Dance at Floral Pavillion
- When: Thursday, July 16
- Description: Featuring world class musicians, star vocalists and world champion dancers, this mesmerising show from The National Dance Company of Ireland is a completely captivating experience of pulsating rhythms with slick choreography performed at lightning speed.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets start from £31.50 and are available here.
Loathe at Liverpool Olympia
- When: Friday, July 17
- Description: The Liverpool-native heavy metal band return to their roots for an absolute masterclass in atmosphere and aggression, featuring new album chaos & special guests Heriot.
- Ticket information: Still available, tickets are £32.60 and are available here.
Roy Chubby Brown at Lancaster Grand
- When: Friday, July 17
- Description: Performed in the studio by members of the ‘evolve’ performance programme;, this play sees stories of love, laughter and relationships interconnect with comedy and drama culminating in an explosive ending.
- Ticket information: Limited number available, tickets cost £28 and can be bought here.
Scott Bennett with ‘Blood Suger Baby’ at The Lowry
- When: Saturday, July 18
- Description: Comedian Scott tells the true story of how his daughter fell ill with a rare genetic condition but he promises it’s a very funny one with a happy ending.
- Ticket information: Only resistcted view tickets remain costing £26.50 which can be bought here.