Oldham Coliseum Theatre
@oldhamcoliseum.bsky.social
Providing professional, award winning live theatre, entertainment and education in Oldham since 1885.
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Meet award-winning artist Segun Ogundipe — a writer, satirist and music-led theatre-maker reclaiming African diaspora narratives through bold, visceral performance.
Working across Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa, Segun creates touring-ready theatre that travels lightly and lands powerfully.
Working across Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa, Segun creates touring-ready theatre that travels lightly and lands powerfully.
February 18, 2026 at 5:55 PM
Meet award-winning artist Segun Ogundipe — a writer, satirist and music-led theatre-maker reclaiming African diaspora narratives through bold, visceral performance.
Working across Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa, Segun creates touring-ready theatre that travels lightly and lands powerfully.
Working across Nigeria, Ghana and South Africa, Segun creates touring-ready theatre that travels lightly and lands powerfully.
We’re buzzing to be joining forces with Manchester Jazz Festival this May to bring two unmissable shows to Oldham!
If you’re heading into central Manchester for mjf, make the short trip out to Oldham too — great music and great vibes await! 🎷✨
Tickets on sale now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/whats-on/
If you’re heading into central Manchester for mjf, make the short trip out to Oldham too — great music and great vibes await! 🎷✨
Tickets on sale now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/whats-on/
February 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM
We’re buzzing to be joining forces with Manchester Jazz Festival this May to bring two unmissable shows to Oldham!
If you’re heading into central Manchester for mjf, make the short trip out to Oldham too — great music and great vibes await! 🎷✨
Tickets on sale now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/whats-on/
If you’re heading into central Manchester for mjf, make the short trip out to Oldham too — great music and great vibes await! 🎷✨
Tickets on sale now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/whats-on/
Meet the five exceptional Oldham-based creatives selected for our Bloom 2026 artist development cohort.
Introducing: Grace O’Leary, Oluwasegun Lafup Ogundipe, Kyia K B, Evanya Taylor and Lisa Whiteside.
Stay tuned to meet each creative and uncover the seeds they'll sow for Bloom.🌸
#Bloom2026
Introducing: Grace O’Leary, Oluwasegun Lafup Ogundipe, Kyia K B, Evanya Taylor and Lisa Whiteside.
Stay tuned to meet each creative and uncover the seeds they'll sow for Bloom.🌸
#Bloom2026
February 12, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Meet the five exceptional Oldham-based creatives selected for our Bloom 2026 artist development cohort.
Introducing: Grace O’Leary, Oluwasegun Lafup Ogundipe, Kyia K B, Evanya Taylor and Lisa Whiteside.
Stay tuned to meet each creative and uncover the seeds they'll sow for Bloom.🌸
#Bloom2026
Introducing: Grace O’Leary, Oluwasegun Lafup Ogundipe, Kyia K B, Evanya Taylor and Lisa Whiteside.
Stay tuned to meet each creative and uncover the seeds they'll sow for Bloom.🌸
#Bloom2026
5️⃣ Reasons you can’t miss CENSUS by Malandra Jacks in Oldham
What happens when a working-class community takes the mic and tells its own story?
🎟️ Tickets are limited — secure yours now.
🔗https://www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spektrix-events/census/
What happens when a working-class community takes the mic and tells its own story?
🎟️ Tickets are limited — secure yours now.
🔗https://www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spektrix-events/census/
February 11, 2026 at 5:09 PM
5️⃣ Reasons you can’t miss CENSUS by Malandra Jacks in Oldham
What happens when a working-class community takes the mic and tells its own story?
🎟️ Tickets are limited — secure yours now.
🔗https://www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spektrix-events/census/
What happens when a working-class community takes the mic and tells its own story?
🎟️ Tickets are limited — secure yours now.
🔗https://www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spektrix-events/census/
Oldham born. World bound.
February 11, 2026 at 12:30 PM
Oldham born. World bound.
Lisa Mallaghan, Executive Director of Bradford Producing Hub, will be leading our first Culture & Chips of the year. 🍟
Discuss your creative practice, meet people making work here and join the dots with what’s happening in Oldham’s creative scene.
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Discuss your creative practice, meet people making work here and join the dots with what’s happening in Oldham’s creative scene.
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
February 5, 2026 at 3:45 PM
Lisa Mallaghan, Executive Director of Bradford Producing Hub, will be leading our first Culture & Chips of the year. 🍟
Discuss your creative practice, meet people making work here and join the dots with what’s happening in Oldham’s creative scene.
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Discuss your creative practice, meet people making work here and join the dots with what’s happening in Oldham’s creative scene.
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
CENSUS: a community meeting is a welcoming space to collect and preserve working-class voices, experiences, and histories. We celebrate the people, places, and moments that shape our town through community storytelling.
BUNDLE DEAL available with CENSUS show. 🛍️
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
BUNDLE DEAL available with CENSUS show. 🛍️
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
January 23, 2026 at 10:30 AM
CENSUS: a community meeting is a welcoming space to collect and preserve working-class voices, experiences, and histories. We celebrate the people, places, and moments that shape our town through community storytelling.
BUNDLE DEAL available with CENSUS show. 🛍️
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
BUNDLE DEAL available with CENSUS show. 🛍️
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Josh Jones. Everyone’s favourite gobby Manc Princess and Edinburgh Comedy Awards’ Best Newcomer nominee is coming to Oldham this February.
‘Must-see act’ Rolling Stone ‘Hilarious’ ★★★★ Entertainment Now ★★★★ One4Review
🎟️Book now — limited tickets left!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
‘Must-see act’ Rolling Stone ‘Hilarious’ ★★★★ Entertainment Now ★★★★ One4Review
🎟️Book now — limited tickets left!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
January 22, 2026 at 1:31 PM
Josh Jones. Everyone’s favourite gobby Manc Princess and Edinburgh Comedy Awards’ Best Newcomer nominee is coming to Oldham this February.
‘Must-see act’ Rolling Stone ‘Hilarious’ ★★★★ Entertainment Now ★★★★ One4Review
🎟️Book now — limited tickets left!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
‘Must-see act’ Rolling Stone ‘Hilarious’ ★★★★ Entertainment Now ★★★★ One4Review
🎟️Book now — limited tickets left!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
A bus ride. A bingo card. A memory that feels like yours.
Census is what happens when a working-class community tells its own story — in real voices, shared silences and unapologetic heart.
Theatre as time capsule. Stories rarely seen on stage. 🎭
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Census is what happens when a working-class community tells its own story — in real voices, shared silences and unapologetic heart.
Theatre as time capsule. Stories rarely seen on stage. 🎭
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
January 21, 2026 at 10:01 AM
A bus ride. A bingo card. A memory that feels like yours.
Census is what happens when a working-class community tells its own story — in real voices, shared silences and unapologetic heart.
Theatre as time capsule. Stories rarely seen on stage. 🎭
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Census is what happens when a working-class community tells its own story — in real voices, shared silences and unapologetic heart.
Theatre as time capsule. Stories rarely seen on stage. 🎭
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
“See him or regret it” John Bishop
★★★★★ Mirror
“Absolute legend” Jason Manford
MC Mick is gearing up to entertain Oldham once again this February, don' leave him hanging. Tickets selling out fast! 🎟️
🔗 www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
#mickferry #oldhamcomedyclub #comedyinavan #oldhamcoliseum
★★★★★ Mirror
“Absolute legend” Jason Manford
MC Mick is gearing up to entertain Oldham once again this February, don' leave him hanging. Tickets selling out fast! 🎟️
🔗 www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
#mickferry #oldhamcomedyclub #comedyinavan #oldhamcoliseum
January 18, 2026 at 10:00 AM
“See him or regret it” John Bishop
★★★★★ Mirror
“Absolute legend” Jason Manford
MC Mick is gearing up to entertain Oldham once again this February, don' leave him hanging. Tickets selling out fast! 🎟️
🔗 www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
#mickferry #oldhamcomedyclub #comedyinavan #oldhamcoliseum
★★★★★ Mirror
“Absolute legend” Jason Manford
MC Mick is gearing up to entertain Oldham once again this February, don' leave him hanging. Tickets selling out fast! 🎟️
🔗 www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
#mickferry #oldhamcomedyclub #comedyinavan #oldhamcoliseum
“Ridiculously good” ★★★★★ Herald
“Roars of laughter” Telegraph
“A masterclass” ★★★★★ Entertainment Focus
Grab your seat at Oldham Comedy Club to see Adam Rowe's wit live in action. Tickets selling out fast so book now! 🏃💨
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
“Roars of laughter” Telegraph
“A masterclass” ★★★★★ Entertainment Focus
Grab your seat at Oldham Comedy Club to see Adam Rowe's wit live in action. Tickets selling out fast so book now! 🏃💨
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
January 15, 2026 at 12:01 PM
“Ridiculously good” ★★★★★ Herald
“Roars of laughter” Telegraph
“A masterclass” ★★★★★ Entertainment Focus
Grab your seat at Oldham Comedy Club to see Adam Rowe's wit live in action. Tickets selling out fast so book now! 🏃💨
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
“Roars of laughter” Telegraph
“A masterclass” ★★★★★ Entertainment Focus
Grab your seat at Oldham Comedy Club to see Adam Rowe's wit live in action. Tickets selling out fast so book now! 🏃💨
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Census by Malandra Jacks is funny, intimate and defiant — real voices, bold projection, unapologetic heart. A love letter to communities rarely seen on stage.
⚙️The story begins with you in their hands-on storytelling workshop — book both & save!
🔗 www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
⚙️The story begins with you in their hands-on storytelling workshop — book both & save!
🔗 www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
January 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Census by Malandra Jacks is funny, intimate and defiant — real voices, bold projection, unapologetic heart. A love letter to communities rarely seen on stage.
⚙️The story begins with you in their hands-on storytelling workshop — book both & save!
🔗 www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
⚙️The story begins with you in their hands-on storytelling workshop — book both & save!
🔗 www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
😂 Oldham Comedy Club is back!
This February, catch comedy favourites Adam Rowe, Mick Ferry, Josh Jones and, Eddy Midgley live at Billingtons for a night packed with big laughs that'll leave you wanting more.
Proper sweary. Proper funny. 18+.
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
This February, catch comedy favourites Adam Rowe, Mick Ferry, Josh Jones and, Eddy Midgley live at Billingtons for a night packed with big laughs that'll leave you wanting more.
Proper sweary. Proper funny. 18+.
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
January 8, 2026 at 10:00 AM
😂 Oldham Comedy Club is back!
This February, catch comedy favourites Adam Rowe, Mick Ferry, Josh Jones and, Eddy Midgley live at Billingtons for a night packed with big laughs that'll leave you wanting more.
Proper sweary. Proper funny. 18+.
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
This February, catch comedy favourites Adam Rowe, Mick Ferry, Josh Jones and, Eddy Midgley live at Billingtons for a night packed with big laughs that'll leave you wanting more.
Proper sweary. Proper funny. 18+.
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Did you catch us on Granada Reports? 👀
While our refurbishment is taking a little longer than planned, our belief in Oldham Coliseum’s future has never been stronger. 🛠️✨
🎭 Read the full report on the ITV News website to find out more about what’s next for the Coliseum.
www.itv.com/news/granada...
While our refurbishment is taking a little longer than planned, our belief in Oldham Coliseum’s future has never been stronger. 🛠️✨
🎭 Read the full report on the ITV News website to find out more about what’s next for the Coliseum.
www.itv.com/news/granada...
December 31, 2025 at 11:37 AM
Did you catch us on Granada Reports? 👀
While our refurbishment is taking a little longer than planned, our belief in Oldham Coliseum’s future has never been stronger. 🛠️✨
🎭 Read the full report on the ITV News website to find out more about what’s next for the Coliseum.
www.itv.com/news/granada...
While our refurbishment is taking a little longer than planned, our belief in Oldham Coliseum’s future has never been stronger. 🛠️✨
🎭 Read the full report on the ITV News website to find out more about what’s next for the Coliseum.
www.itv.com/news/granada...
We are seeking to appoint an Operations & Executive Manager to make sure the theatre runs smoothly, the team feels supported, and the details of our vision come to life.
www.coliseum.org.uk/work-with-us/
#oldham #oldhamcolisem #theatrejobs #operationsandexecutivemanager #artsjobs
www.coliseum.org.uk/work-with-us/
#oldham #oldhamcolisem #theatrejobs #operationsandexecutivemanager #artsjobs
December 30, 2025 at 4:00 PM
We are seeking to appoint an Operations & Executive Manager to make sure the theatre runs smoothly, the team feels supported, and the details of our vision come to life.
www.coliseum.org.uk/work-with-us/
#oldham #oldhamcolisem #theatrejobs #operationsandexecutivemanager #artsjobs
www.coliseum.org.uk/work-with-us/
#oldham #oldhamcolisem #theatrejobs #operationsandexecutivemanager #artsjobs
⏰ FINAL WEEK ALERT!
Laughter, heart, festive cheer — and only a handful of chances left to catch it.
Come with your family or grab your mates, it's a night you can't miss!
🎟️ Book your tickets now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Laughter, heart, festive cheer — and only a handful of chances left to catch it.
Come with your family or grab your mates, it's a night you can't miss!
🎟️ Book your tickets now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
December 29, 2025 at 2:00 PM
⏰ FINAL WEEK ALERT!
Laughter, heart, festive cheer — and only a handful of chances left to catch it.
Come with your family or grab your mates, it's a night you can't miss!
🎟️ Book your tickets now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Laughter, heart, festive cheer — and only a handful of chances left to catch it.
Come with your family or grab your mates, it's a night you can't miss!
🎟️ Book your tickets now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Have a listen to what the audience has to say about A Christmas Fair! 🎅👀
🎟️ Book now while tickets last!
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
#AChristmasFair #NotTooTame #OldhamColiseum #ChristmasFair #Oldham
🎟️ Book now while tickets last!
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
#AChristmasFair #NotTooTame #OldhamColiseum #ChristmasFair #Oldham
December 27, 2025 at 4:30 PM
Have a listen to what the audience has to say about A Christmas Fair! 🎅👀
🎟️ Book now while tickets last!
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
#AChristmasFair #NotTooTame #OldhamColiseum #ChristmasFair #Oldham
🎟️ Book now while tickets last!
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
#AChristmasFair #NotTooTame #OldhamColiseum #ChristmasFair #Oldham
MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎅From the team at Oldham Coliseum and Not Too Tame, we wish you all peace and happiness during this festive season. ❤️
With just one day to go, it's only right we ask: Is it still "Knackers to Christmas"?
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
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With just one day to go, it's only right we ask: Is it still "Knackers to Christmas"?
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
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December 24, 2025 at 5:45 PM
MERRY CHRISTMAS! 🎅From the team at Oldham Coliseum and Not Too Tame, we wish you all peace and happiness during this festive season. ❤️
With just one day to go, it's only right we ask: Is it still "Knackers to Christmas"?
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
bit.ly/4oyuybo
With just one day to go, it's only right we ask: Is it still "Knackers to Christmas"?
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
bit.ly/4oyuybo
Unfortunately, today's 2pm Christmas Eve show has been cancelled due to cast illness. We're wishing them a very speedy recovery!
If you have booked tickets for today, we're getting contact to rebook or refund you. Please check your emails and voicemails.
If you have booked tickets for today, we're getting contact to rebook or refund you. Please check your emails and voicemails.
December 24, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Unfortunately, today's 2pm Christmas Eve show has been cancelled due to cast illness. We're wishing them a very speedy recovery!
If you have booked tickets for today, we're getting contact to rebook or refund you. Please check your emails and voicemails.
If you have booked tickets for today, we're getting contact to rebook or refund you. Please check your emails and voicemails.
Thanks to all of the wonderful artists bringing the magic to the fair in the interval and making it truly special:
Hoop Doggy Dog
Wainman Design
Lucia Cueva Artwork
Made By Oriana
The Naked Candle Company
Petals and Partina
🎄 Come for the show, stay for the shopping.
🎟️ Book now while tickets last.
Hoop Doggy Dog
Wainman Design
Lucia Cueva Artwork
Made By Oriana
The Naked Candle Company
Petals and Partina
🎄 Come for the show, stay for the shopping.
🎟️ Book now while tickets last.
December 23, 2025 at 5:31 PM
Thanks to all of the wonderful artists bringing the magic to the fair in the interval and making it truly special:
Hoop Doggy Dog
Wainman Design
Lucia Cueva Artwork
Made By Oriana
The Naked Candle Company
Petals and Partina
🎄 Come for the show, stay for the shopping.
🎟️ Book now while tickets last.
Hoop Doggy Dog
Wainman Design
Lucia Cueva Artwork
Made By Oriana
The Naked Candle Company
Petals and Partina
🎄 Come for the show, stay for the shopping.
🎟️ Book now while tickets last.
Northern stars and Oldham locals sharing what makes Christmas feel like home.
Step into it with A Christmas Fair — heart, laughs, and festive cheer at Chadderton Town Hall. 🎅
🎟️ Limited tickets — book now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Step into it with A Christmas Fair — heart, laughs, and festive cheer at Chadderton Town Hall. 🎅
🎟️ Limited tickets — book now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
December 23, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Northern stars and Oldham locals sharing what makes Christmas feel like home.
Step into it with A Christmas Fair — heart, laughs, and festive cheer at Chadderton Town Hall. 🎅
🎟️ Limited tickets — book now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Step into it with A Christmas Fair — heart, laughs, and festive cheer at Chadderton Town Hall. 🎅
🎟️ Limited tickets — book now!
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
✨Festive cheer, community spirit and standout performances ✨
Take a look at what the reviewers had to say...
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
📸 Patch Dolan Photography
#AChristmasFair #Oldham #Christmasplay #OldhamColiseum #NotTooTame
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Take a look at what the reviewers had to say...
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
📸 Patch Dolan Photography
#AChristmasFair #Oldham #Christmasplay #OldhamColiseum #NotTooTame
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
December 22, 2025 at 8:13 PM
✨Festive cheer, community spirit and standout performances ✨
Take a look at what the reviewers had to say...
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
📸 Patch Dolan Photography
#AChristmasFair #Oldham #Christmasplay #OldhamColiseum #NotTooTame
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Take a look at what the reviewers had to say...
📍 Chadderton Town Hall
🗓️ 17 December 2025 – 2 January 2026
📸 Patch Dolan Photography
#AChristmasFair #Oldham #Christmasplay #OldhamColiseum #NotTooTame
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
WEEK 2 STARTS TONIGHT!
Get into the Christmas spirit by grabbing your mates for a night full of laughter, feels and warmth!🎄
If you want to watch the brilliant performance of our cast and wander through our very own Christmas markets, BOOK NOW! 🎟️
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Get into the Christmas spirit by grabbing your mates for a night full of laughter, feels and warmth!🎄
If you want to watch the brilliant performance of our cast and wander through our very own Christmas markets, BOOK NOW! 🎟️
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
December 22, 2025 at 4:00 PM
WEEK 2 STARTS TONIGHT!
Get into the Christmas spirit by grabbing your mates for a night full of laughter, feels and warmth!🎄
If you want to watch the brilliant performance of our cast and wander through our very own Christmas markets, BOOK NOW! 🎟️
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Get into the Christmas spirit by grabbing your mates for a night full of laughter, feels and warmth!🎄
If you want to watch the brilliant performance of our cast and wander through our very own Christmas markets, BOOK NOW! 🎟️
www.coliseum.org.uk/spektrix/spe...
Calling all local pubs, bars & restaurants! 🍺🎄
We’ve got some festive A Christmas Fair beer mats ready to help spread the Christmas cheer.
Want a stack? Leave us a comment and we’ll sort you out! ✨
#AChristmasFair #OldhamColiseum #NotTooTame #Local #Oldham
We’ve got some festive A Christmas Fair beer mats ready to help spread the Christmas cheer.
Want a stack? Leave us a comment and we’ll sort you out! ✨
#AChristmasFair #OldhamColiseum #NotTooTame #Local #Oldham
December 21, 2025 at 5:20 PM
Calling all local pubs, bars & restaurants! 🍺🎄
We’ve got some festive A Christmas Fair beer mats ready to help spread the Christmas cheer.
Want a stack? Leave us a comment and we’ll sort you out! ✨
#AChristmasFair #OldhamColiseum #NotTooTame #Local #Oldham
We’ve got some festive A Christmas Fair beer mats ready to help spread the Christmas cheer.
Want a stack? Leave us a comment and we’ll sort you out! ✨
#AChristmasFair #OldhamColiseum #NotTooTame #Local #Oldham