Oldham Coliseum

Providing professional, award winning live theatre, entertainment and education in Oldham since 1885.

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Happy Father's Day from everyone at Oldham Coliseum Theatre.

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With their boldest tour yet, Summer 2025 marks a defining moment for The Growth House as they establish themselves as one of the UK’s most exciting emerging theatre companies.

Big Strong Man
26 June 7:30pm
Billingtons OL1 1HY
Tickets from £9
https://t.co/A6cBlLSGIx

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Part party, part protest, BIG STRONG MAN is a riotous, high-energy cabaret where four Northern lads blend fast-paced improv, physical comedy, and audience participation to tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time—men’s mental health.

Thu 26 Jun
https://t.co/AD5erC2dAK

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We know you’ll be disappointed, trust us, we are too 💔

Oldham Coliseum won’t be ready in time for panto 2025. Read the full update here https://t.co/wMeqgGyDTE

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MASHUP is your chance to dive into a fast-paced, high-energy week of creativity – where artforms collide, new ideas spark, and you collaborate with other artists to make something fresh, bold and completely NEW.

More details and apply: https://t.co/eN9wC1LglB

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“I've heard my dad sing ‘No Matter What’ by Boyzone more times than he’s said he loves me… and that’s not even a joke.”

Big Strong Man
Thursday 26 June 7:30pm
Billingtons OL1 1HY
Tickets from £9
https://t.co/A6cBlLSGIx

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🚨WE ARE HIRING!!!🚨

If you think you would be a great fit for the role of Marketing Manager or Development Manager, submit your application by 5pm on Thursday 5 June.

Apply here: https://t.co/ux5fiNWsuf

#OldhamColiseum #Oldham #Hiring

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Last chance to get your tickets for Last Unicorn Airways!🦄✈️

Still deciding on what to do this half-term? Why not come down to Billingtons for this immersive magical ride with The Blanket Fort Club tomorrow!

Wed 28 May
Billingtons Oldham
Tickets from £9
https://t.co/ujUoctadOS

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Join four northern lads for a night of Poundland level extravagance as they bring their fast-paced, quick witted and physical comic style to an unforgettable alt-comedy night out.

Big Strong Man
Thursday 26 June 7:30pm
Billingtons OL1 1HY
Tickets from £9
https://t.co/BDak5PQ8vw

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This Town -- an evening of poetry!

A little recap of last night's brilliant performances by Rory Aaron and Dada Zubeda.
Big thank you to George Street Chapel for the lovely venue space as well.

(song choice: This Town - Niall Horan) :)

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Here's a quick guide on how to get to George St Chapel from Oldham King Street tram stop and where to find the entrance. Hope to see you there!

📅Thursday 22 May 7:30pm
📍George St Chapel OL1 1LS
🎟️ Tickets from £9
https://t.co/muHKOVrV4W

#ThisTown #RoryAaron #OldhamColiseum

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Rory will perform his original piece, 'This Town', at George St Chapel, a beautiful and intimate location in Oldham, for a story that will hit close to home for many.

Book now!
📅Thursday 22 May 7:30pm
📍George St Chapel OL1 1LS
🎟️ Tickets from £9
https://t.co/muHKOVrV4W

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Last Unicorn Airways is now all set in motion and ready for take-off! Here's a sneak peak into the rehearsals at The Blanket Fort Club.

Last Unicorn Airways
📅 Wednesday 28 May
📍Billingtons Oldham
🎟️ Tickets from £9
https://t.co/ujUoctadOS

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Take a look at some of the design images for Last Unicorn Airways, the spellbinding sensory-immersive journey around the world and into the heart of Hans Christian Anderson's timeless tale, The Flying Trunk.

Wed 28 May
Billingtons Oldham
Tickets from £9
https://t.co/ujUoctadOS

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Rory has published his first collection with Bearded Badger Press, and has a second coming out with Verve Press in April 2023. ‘This Town’ was showcased at Contact & Derby Theatre in March 2023, and at Edinburgh Fringe 2024.

Thursday 22 May 7:30pm
https://t.co/muHKOVrV4W

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An accessible family friendly tour de force of two itinerant baggage handlers conjuring up stories of a round the world trip on board The Last Unicorn Airways - culminating in a sensory immersive tunnel installation filled with glittering memorabilia.

https://t.co/ujUoctadOS

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Set in a quiet town, This Town challenges the boundaries of storytelling and spoken word, exploring class, masculinity, and mental health.

This Town
📅Thursday 22 May 7:30pm
📍George St Chapel OL1 1LS
🎟️ Tickets from £9
https://t.co/muHKOVrV4W

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#IntroToTechnicalTheatre
Ever wondered how the magic happens behind the scenes?
Join this FREE Introduction to Technical Theatre course for 13–19 year olds and dive into the world of: Lighting, Sound, Stage Management

Apply by: 12pm Friday 30 May 2025
at https://t.co/Cr0zotq7E7

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Adventure with characters through exciting yet cosy worlds, playfully exploring stories through the senses with The Blanket Fort Club, co-created with children through an extensive R&D period to respond to the interest and needs of their participants.

https://t.co/ujUoctadOS

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This unique eco theatre experience reflects on climate change and our potential for systemic cultural rewiring. Aimed at children and families, the performance encourages viewers to see everyday life as an adventure and to value the world and each other.

https://t.co/ujUoctadOS