Royal Exchange Theatre

21/06/2026

We've loved seeing all your excitement about FUN HOME 🏡 🩵

And one thing keeps coming up: lots of you want to bring your friends and family along too.

That's why we're offering 10% off group bookings of 6 or more people.

So, gather your favourite people, make a night of it, and be among the first to experience this Tony Award-winning musical sensation.

But be quick, this limited offer ends on 30 June.

Book now: https://bit.ly/3SSQToO

19/06/2026

The best musicals help you understand something about yourself.

That's why, more than a decade after its Broadway premiere, FUN HOME remains one of those rare shows audiences never quite leave behind.

This July, our major new Royal Exchange revival invites audiences to discover FUN HOME for the first time - or fall in love with it all over again.

Hear from the cast about what makes FUN HOME so special.

🏠 FUN HOME
📅 3 July - 1 August
🎟️ Book now: https://bit.ly/4t88823

17/06/2026

Welcome to the FUN HOME! 🏠

Step inside the rehearsal room and get a first glimpse of FUN HOME, as the company prepare to bring this acclaimed musical to the Royal Exchange this July.

This modern musical masterpiece follows Alison Bechdel’s journey through childhood memories, family secrets and first love, as she reflects on growing up in her family’s funeral home and discovering who she is.

Don't miss this “beautiful heartbreaker of a musical” (The New York Times).

Tickets on sale now.

🗓️ 3 July - 1 August
🎟️ Book now via this link: https://bit.ly/4t88823

16/06/2026

We're delighted to announce Rachel Quinney as our new Director of Producing 🎭

Joining us in August 2026 during the Royal Exchange Theatre's 50th anniversary year, Rachel comes to us from her current role as Senior Producer at the Donmar Warehouse.

Our Artistic Director and Co-CEO, Selina Cartmell said:

“In the Royal Exchange Theatre’s 50th anniversary year Rachel’s appointment will be instrumental in leading our producing department and all our artist-led work, harnessing new opportunities for the next chapter locally, nationally, and internationally. Rachel brings an inspiring range of experience and passion to our producing team and we all look forward enormously to working with her.”

Welcome to the Royal Exchange, Rachel 🎉

Read more: https://bit.ly/4vPDRqv

15/06/2026

For the past month, EVEN THESE THINGS has asked audiences to think about Manchester - its history, its people and the stories that connect us across generations.

So, we thought we'd ask a simple question:
What makes Manchester, Manchester? 🐝

From cast members and creatives to audience members and staff, these are some of the answers we heard.

As we approach the final performances of this acclaimed world premiere, it's a reminder that a city is more than its buildings or its streets. It's the people who shape it.

What would you answer be?

15/06/2026

Tonight, we say goodbye as EVEN THESE THINGS takes its final bow at the Royal Exchange Theatre💛 🖤

Thank you to the cast, crew, creative team and the hundreds of people from across Greater Manchester who helped bring this remarkable story to life.

And thank you to every audience member who joined us along the way. Together, you've celebrated the people, places and histories that have shaped our city.

The third of seven bold productions in our 50th anniversary A Homecoming season.

Until next time, we'll see you back in the round soon...

14/06/2026

Want to learn more about the real stories behind EVEN THESE THINGS?

Manchester Archives+ presents a free exhibition commemorating the 30th anniversary of the IRA bomb, featuring archive material, photographs and film footage from 15 June 1996 and the months that followed.

A powerful reflection on a defining moment in the city's history, and the resilience, solidarity and determination that helped Manchester rebuild.

Find out more:

Manchester Archives+ presents archive material, photographs and film footage from the Archives+ collections to remember the day when time stood still for the city. This exhibition captures Manchester’s drive to […]

13/06/2026

As EVEN THESE THINGS enters its final weekend, we're sharing a closer look at how Manchester's past shaped the production's design - from Angel Meadow and Cottonopolis to the paving stones recreated on the Royal Exchange stage.

Read the full article on our website and discover the research, references and creative decisions behind the production.

Final performances this weekend.

Read more: https://bit.ly/4uwRWbi

Book now: https://bit.ly/3PvPVh0

12/06/2026

Last remaining tickets 🚨

There are now only a handful of tickets left for the final performances of EVEN THESE THINGS, so you'll have to be quick!

On closing night, stay after the performance for a special post-show Q&A with cast and creative team, hosted by award winning writer and broadcaster Nick Ahad.

🎟️ Book now: https://bit.ly/3PvPVh0

12/06/2026

What has it meant to be part of EVEN THESE THINGS? 🐝

For more than 100 people from across Greater Manchester, this extraordinary world premiere has been a chance to help tell the story of their city.

Hear what the experience has meant to them, then experience this acclaimed world premiere for yourself this weekend.

"Born and bred in Manchester, so taking part in this feels like a homecoming."

Final weekend. Extremely low availability left.

🎟️ Book now: https://bit.ly/4mEoqhq