Picture the scene: Two young florists destined for each other, forced apart by a merciless dentist in an American slum which is tormented by an overgrown plant.

The Beast are set to play three nights at The Lowry Theatre, Salford, from Wednesday through to Friday as part of the theatre’s Halloween Spooktacular.

Zoe Lyons is not someone with a lot of time on her hands. Speaking to MM a week before her tour kicks off, it’s clear that preparations are now in full swing.

Comedian Zoe Lyons will kick off her UK tour with critically acclaimed show Little Misfit at Lowry Studio, Salford on Wednesday October 5.

Salford University students are hoping to follow in the footsteps of their comedy heroes with a live showcase tomorrow.

The Great British night out is part of the national identity, and for Manchester’s learning disabled community it’s no different.

Victoria Wood has died aged 62 after a short battle with cancer.

Self-styled as ‘an idealist mixed with a goofball’ and ‘an intellectual with no common sense’, Dane Baptiste is a comic who has no intention of withholding his opinion.

One of London’s hottest comedy collaborations is coming to Manchester this weekend for a good cause.

Manchester funny man Stephen Bailey is set to make his solo stand-up debut at the Lowry on Wednesday night.

Mental health-themed comedy night returns with a stellar line-up including Bethany Black, who starred in Dr Who.