Miss Saigon in Manchester 2026

Miss Saigon musical is set to ignite emotions at the Palace Theatre in Manchester, UK, from August 4 – August 8, 2026. Experience a powerful tale of love and sacrifice in a world torn apart. Don’t miss your chance to witness this breathtaking production—secure your Miss Saigon tickets today!

Miss Saigon Manchester Tickets

Date	Price	Tickets
Tuesday 04 Aug 2026 19:30	Miss Saigon from £15.00	Tickets
Wednesday 05 Aug 2026 14:30	Miss Saigon from £30.00	Tickets
Wednesday 05 Aug 2026 19:30	Miss Saigon from £15.00	Tickets
Thursday 06 Aug 2026 14:30	Miss Saigon from £15.00	Tickets
Thursday 06 Aug 2026 19:30	Miss Saigon from £30.00	Tickets
Friday 07 Aug 2026 19:30	Miss Saigon from £15.00	Tickets
Saturday 08 Aug 2026 14:30	Miss Saigon from £40.00	Tickets
Saturday 08 Aug 2026 19:30	Miss Saigon from £20.00	Tickets

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Cast in Manchester

The upcoming UK and Ireland tour of Miss Saigon features a principal cast led by acclaimed performers in the musical’s central roles.

• Julianne Pundan as Kim
• Jack Kane as Chris
• Seann Miley Moore as The Engineer
• Dom Hartley-Harris as John
• Emily Langham as Ellen
• Mikko Juan as Thuy
• Ace as Gigi

The Venue: Palace Theatre​

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Frequently Asked Questions

When is Miss Saigon on in Manchester in 2026?

Miss Saigon is in Manchester from Tuesday 4 August to Saturday 8 August 2026. It returns to the Palace Theatre Manchester for this one-week run as part of the 2025–2026 UK tour, with multiple performances across the five days.

Where is Miss Saigon being performed in Manchester?

The musical is being performed at the Palace Theatre Manchester on Oxford Street in the city centre. This historic venue is one of the city’s main theatres for large touring productions and is easy to reach on foot from central areas, by tram and bus, or via Manchester Oxford Road and Manchester Piccadilly stations with a short walk or taxi ride.

What is the story of Miss Saigon?

Miss Saigon is an epic love story set in the last days of the Vietnam War and the years that follow. It follows 17-year-old Kim, who is forced to work in a Saigon bar run by a notorious character known as The Engineer, where she meets and falls in love with an American GI named Chris; when Saigon falls they are torn apart, and for three years Kim goes on an epic journey of survival to find her way back to Chris, who has no idea he has fathered a son. The show explores love, war, sacrifice, and a mother’s determination to secure a better future for her child.

Who created Miss Saigon and what is the music like?

Miss Saigon was created by Alain Boublil and Claude-Michel Schönberg, with music by Schönberg and lyrics by Richard Maltby Jr. and Boublil, adapted from original French lyrics by Boublil with additional lyrics by Michael Mahler. The score is almost entirely sung-through and features big ensemble numbers, intense dramatic sequences, and emotional ballads, including well-known songs such as “The Heat Is On in Saigon”, “The Movie in My Mind”, “Last Night of the World”, and “The American Dream”.

Has Miss Saigon won any major theatre awards?

Miss Saigon is one of the most awarded modern musicals. It has won 75 major awards worldwide, including 2 Olivier Awards in London, 3 Tony Awards on Broadway, and 4 Drama Desk Awards, along with many other honours. These awards recognise its performances, score, and production values and help explain why it continues to tour successfully decades after it premiered.

How long does the Miss Saigon performance last in Manchester?

The running time for Miss Saigon is about 2 hours 40 minutes including an interval. Official information notes a first act of just over an hour, a 20-minute interval, and a second act of roughly an hour, which matches timings used by coach-trip organisers for similar dates. You should allow around three hours from the advertised start time until you leave the theatre.

What are the performance times for Miss Saigon at the Palace Theatre Manchester?

For the week from 4 to 8 August 2026, the calendar shows evening performances at 7:30 pm from Tuesday to Saturday. There are also matinee performances at 2:30 pm on Wednesday, Thursday, and Saturday, giving you up to eight performances to choose from during the run.

What age guidance and content warnings apply to Miss Saigon in Manchester?

The age guidance for Miss Saigon is 14+. The production includes scenes and language of a sexual and violent nature, wartime themes, firearms, derogatory and coarse language, drug use, and simulated smoking of cigarettes, as well as strobe lighting, gunshots, loud sound effects, theatrical haze, and pyrotechnics. Because of this content, it is not suitable for young children, and under-16s should attend with an accompanying adult.

How popular is Miss Saigon worldwide?

Miss Saigon is described as one of the world’s most popular shows. It has been performed in 33 countries and 378 cities, in 15 languages, and has been seen by more than 38 million people worldwide. Its return to Manchester “for one week only” in 2026 is part of a major tour celebrating 35 years of the musical.

What ticket price range is available for Miss Saigon in Manchester?

Ticket calendars for the Palace Theatre show starting prices “from £17” for many midweek performances and “from £46” for matinees, with higher “from £52” prices shown for some Friday and Saturday performances. This means cheaper seats are available for early-week evenings and higher prices apply to weekend and some matinee dates, with exact prices depending on where you sit in the auditorium.

How can I get cheaper tickets for Miss Saigon in Manchester?

You can usually get cheaper tickets by choosing Tuesday to Thursday evening performances, where the calendar shows tickets “from £17”, rather than Friday and Saturday shows which start from around £52. Matinees on Wednesday and Thursday list “from £46”, so picking an early-week matinee can also save money compared with the busiest times; selecting seats a little further back or higher up in the theatre rather than premium centre stalls bands reduces the price while still giving a good view.

Are there coach or group packages for Miss Saigon in Manchester?

Several organisations advertise Manchester theatre trips to Miss Saigon that bundle a ticket with coach travel, often including free time in the city before the show. These packages typically include a seat in a central price band and can offer good value if you are travelling from outside Manchester. Group organisers can also benefit from early booking and reserved allocations, so checking coach-trip and staff-club offers is worthwhile if you are going with a group.

What is special about the Miss Saigon production coming back to Manchester?

This Manchester run is part of the new UK tour of Miss Saigon produced by Michael Harrison in association with Cameron Mackintosh, promoted as “the legend reborn”. Reviews of the current production at the Palace Theatre praise its sweeping drama, cinematic score, and powerful staging, calling it a “blistering, beautifully performed reminder” of why the show endures. Following strong local demand, the production returns to Manchester for this extra week in August 2026, giving audiences another chance to experience it.

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