Events in Rochdale - Concerts

At the annual showcase, young people perform in front of family, friends and other members of the community.

The show is packed with different styles of singing and dance, from MCing, to ballet. It's young person lead and young people even compare and run all aspects of the show.

Cello & Piano

Rochdale Music Society concert. 

This concert includes
Beethoven 12 Variations on ‘Ein Mädchen oder, Weibchen’ from the Opera ‘Die & Zauberflöte’, Op. 66
Barber Cello Sonata, Op. 6
Ginastera Pampeana No. 2 for Cello and Piano
Franck Sonata in A major

All our concerts take place on Saturday evenings. 

Season Tickets: £70 (6 concerts for the price of 5)

Two adults Free with parties of 10 schoolchildren 

*Special Concessions - 25% off the rates of individual tickets for those who are wheelchair disabled (and their carers), blind (and their carers) and Rochdale Passport to Leisure Members.

Tickets and information from:
Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street, Heywood OL10 1LW, Tel 01706 624104
Tourist Information Centre, Touchstones, The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AQ Tel. 01706 924928

supporting the RCB125 weekend

Two of the country’s greatest shows come together at last in one fantastic concert to pay tribute to two of history’s most iconic acts. For the first time ever, these two masters of the theatre scene have come together to deliver the ultimate concert.

This live 2 hour concert features a non stop barrage of hits from two of the greatest bands of all time who will have you singing and dancing the night away.

Top comedian Jason Manford is the latest name to be added to the line up for this year’s Mayor’s Charity Concert at the Middleton Arena next month.

The multi award winning funnyman will be one of the special guests for the show at the arena on Friday 24 February.

A familiar face on television, Jason is known for shows including BBC1’s ‘Would I Lie to You’ and ‘Live at the Apollo.’ He’s also hosted his own ‘Comedy Rocks’ variety show series on ITV1. Renowned for his hilarious observations and friendly delivery, Jason completed a sell-out national tour last year, performing to over half a million fans.

He’s on a line up that also includes Manchester vocalist Cole Page and his 17 piece big band. Cole has wowed audiences throughout Europe performing his trademark swing and big band classics.

More surprise guests are expected to be added to the line up.

The evening is being hosted by the Mayor, Councillor Alan Godson, and Mayoress Gillian Brown to raise money for the Mayor’s charities. These are Middleton Heartline, Springhill Hospice, the MaD Theatre Company and Demesne Digital Mammography Fund. The show starts at 8pm on Friday 24 February. Tickets (£25) are on sale now from the Middleton Arena on 0844 855 4020, or in person from the arena box office and Rochdale Town Hall reception.

All money raised from the event will go to the Mayor’s charities.

This month's Lunchtime Concert is:

Julie Elliott - Mezzo Soprano

This month's Lunchtime Concert is:

Songs by Brian McEwen & Humour by John Butterworth

Vegas Spectacular

Its fun all the way as the “Purveyors of Cool” swing into town with a sensational show featuring the greatest music of the 20th century.

Wonderful memories of Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin & Sammy Davis Junior in a fabulous production that continues to be successful all over the world.

Great news is - it's all totally live and every song is an absolute classic - Come Fly With Me, Under My Skin, Mr Bojangles, Lady Is A Tramp, That's Amore, Mack The Knife plus many more of your favourites.

With an abundance of class & style they take you on a trip back in time to vintage Las Vegas hip, cool and style ! Outstanding tunes plus endless hanky panky and banter, ensure their timeless soiree remains the hottest party around.

Rochdale Music Society concert. Sponsored by Friends of the Rochdale Music Society.

This concert includes
Haydn Quartet No. 52 in E flat major
Bartók Quartet No. 2, Op. 17
Verdi String Quartet in E minor

All our concerts take place on Saturday evenings. 

Season Tickets: £70 (6 concerts for the price of 5)

Two adults Free with parties of 10 schoolchildren 

*Special Concessions - 25% off the rates of individual tickets for those who are wheelchair disabled (and their carers), blind (and their carers) and Rochdale Passport to Leisure Members.

Tickets and information from:
Heywood Civic Centre, Church Street, Heywood OL10 1LW, Tel 01706 624104
Tourist Information Centre, Touchstones, The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1AQ Tel. 01706 924928