2 Weeks...20 Plays...5 Finalists...1 Winner! Offcut is Back!!! One of the UK’s most successful platforms for undiscovered writing, acting and directing talent found a new home. Prior to this, the Off Cut Festival had been one of London’s biggest springboards for many new careers and working relationships, all born in the spirit of collaboration, camaraderie and friendly competition. And always with an emphasis on audience engagement.

Peterloo, The Rock Musical. Performed on the 206th anniversary of the massacre at St Petersfield in Manchester.

Sirens of the Silver Screen delves into the lives of the 20th century's most iconic women: Judy Garland, Audrey Hepburn and Marilyn Monroe. This sisterhood of stunning starlets lit up the silver screen for decades and kept tongues wagging with their scandalous off-screen antics. Award-winning actress Beth Burrows takes on each iconic woman, performing their songs and shedding light on the shadowy secrets that stalked their careers. Prepare to be transported to a world of Old Hollywood glamour, where fame, fate and misfortune collide, presented through story, song and cinema!

Rachel and Max are an ordinary couple, living ordinary lives until something extraordinary turns everything upside down. Now they have the single most important decision of their life to make. They piece together their thoughts, bit by bit, good and bad, speaking the things you shouldnt say and contemplating the never ending What ifs. Extra Ordinary follows Max and Rachel as they consider the news that their unborn baby will be born with Downs syndrome. They are faced with many life-changing decisions -- how will their lives change, what complexities will their child have, will they be able to support their child? The list goes on. Extra Ordinary is an emotional rollercoaster, exploring the differing perspectives of a mother and father. As they debate, reflect, and consider all the possibilities, the question remains, will they reach a conclusion? This piece of new writing examines the effects of genetic testing and the impact this has on the diversity of our society. Extra Ordinary is a powerful, thought-provoking experience that will leave you pondering, what you would do in their position?

The Naked Neds are back! Get ready for a rollercoaster of laughter, tears, and maybe a few awkward moments with Paul, Jamie, Tony, Harry, and Bev! ‘The Naked Neds' follows a group of Glasgow lads as they navigate the turbulent aftermath of their best friend's suicide. In a world where politicians' expenses seem to matter more than NHS waiting lists, they decide to take matters into their own hands. After a string of failed fundraising attempts and just when their lives couldn't get any more complicated, one of the boys finds a lump, throwing their plans - and everything else - into a whole new perspective and they realise there's only one thing they can do; take their clothes off!

A new play by Rebekah Harrison, directed by Martha Simon Produced by Take Back Theatre and 53Two When delivery driver Billy is asked to take his England flag off the dashboard of his work van, it starts off a chain of events that change his life forever only this play isn't just about Billy. Its about all of us...

Oldham College Performing Arts presents their 2025 double bill. 'No Regrets' as part of National Theatre Connections 2025 Festival. A verbatim play, written by Gary McNair is a culmination of hundred of interviews with members of the general public along the topic of regret. 'Synergy: Dance Festival' is a dance and performance collaborative showcase from Oldham College's Performing Arts Team, TenFold Dance, Samantha McIntosh, & Vanessa Rohrmeister.

James Barr fearlessly tackles the aftermath of an abusive relationship in an hour of trailblazing stand-up. A 'unique, genre-defying' (ArtsHub) performance as James finds comedy in the chaos - from navigating online abuse from Piers Morgan's fans to cancelling a Flamingo adoption at his local zoo. Co-directed by Madeleine Parry (Director of Nanette, Netflix Special).

A powerful cocktail of comedy cabaret by one woman who thrives on live connection with you. What's it about? Grabbing life by the tts and creating your own narrative. You can choose your own adventure, and you don't have to do it on your own. Kerry describes it as a one-woman comedy cabaret including song, dance, storytelling, poetry, puppetry and a sprinkling of burlesque... A solo show for people who love being part of a community.

Slamchester - Where words hit harder. Lets get ready to rumble! This is your chance to witness eight of Manchesters finest poets go head-to-head in a high-energy battle of words, wit, and raw emotion. Plus, a very special guest performance from Jardel Rodrigues - one of the most captivating voices in spoken word today. Hosted by four-time UK Slam finalist Kieren King. Limited open mic spots are also available! Want to share your words? Step up and sign up on the night in a welcoming, supportive space. Dont miss this unforgettable night of poetry, passion, and performance. Run time - 2.5hrs inc interval

In England's green and pleasant land, the blossoming romance between Tom and Joanna, two shy, aimless, post-school pre-university teens, is rocked by the sudden suicide of Joanna's father. Together, along with newly widowed mother Helen, they must keep calm and carry on by any means necessary whilst hamstrung by innate stoicism, solitude and silence. Can't Complain is a brand new electropop audio-drama musical that captures a yearlong exploration of grief and loss, love and light, isolation and community seen through the eyes of a makeshift family unit living in the leafy but lifeless British countryside.

Hot off of the high heels of a successful farewell tour in New Zealand. The iconic Drag Race Down Under star, Ivanna Drink, has arrived and is ready to take the UK by storm. Presenting Ivanna Drink: From Down Under to Downing Street. Join Ivanna for a one hour spectacular cabaret show inspired by the journey of her drag career that's shaped her into the drag legend on Aucklands K Road that we all know and love today. There'll be laughs, chats, meet and greets available and of course drag shows!

Give us voice; we who blot the margins, the fallen and forgotten, the minimised and maligned. Welcome to the court of Henry VIII. The parties are bigger, the cockfights are wilder and theres more scandal than you can shake a jousting lance at. Frankly, its a bloody nightmare.Enter Jane Parker. Minor noble, major worrier. The flash, young brother of Anne Boleyn is being thrust upon her, but Jane would rather retreat to the countryside away from the crowds, pestilence and power-hungry politics of courtly life. Newly entangled with the Boleyns, Jane begins to battle intrusive thoughts that warn of constant danger. It's difficult not to lose your head when you're fighting your own mind. Will Jane crumble in a world of backstabbing and betrayal? Or will she play the game and do whatever it takes to survive? VILE is a rude and radical re-evaluation of Anne Boleyns infamous sister-in-law, celebrating queer and disabled identities in an era where neither were recognised. When marginalised narratives are so often twisted and erased, the question is - does history deserve to be rewritten? Time & Again Theatre Company present the very first preview of their brand new show VILE in partnership with Cast, the Lowry and OCD UK, and supported using public funding by the National Lottery through Arts Council England. This is Time & Agains latest play with creative integrated access following the multi-award winning EARWIG, which won the Offie Award for Best Show of Edinburgh Fringe 2022 as well as the Birds of Paradise Emerging Talent Award. VILE is directed by Ellie Rose, written by Laura Crow and produced by Courtenay Johnson.

Chris Turner is hitting the road with his show, Spontaneous. If you’ve ever wondered what happens when stand-up meets improv rap looks like, this is it.

Join us in the arches as we celebrate a phenomenal year for you, and us! We are 4! What a ride! To celebrate, we've got fun, games, chaos and live music from 'Amnesia' and our very own Mollie Hindle. It's going to be a banger and 90's paraphernalia is absolutely encouraged... bucket hats anyone? Join us; laugh, dance, sing, celebrate!