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Christmas Musical Spectacular

A Christmas concert at the AO Arena in Manchester, bringing together Michael Ball, Keala Settle, Ben Forster, Kerry Ellis and Loren Allred in a seasonal programme.

2 dates · 2 upcoming Tue 22, Wed 23 Dec · 18:00 AO Arena See prices

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2 dates from 22 to 23 December 2026, Christmas Musical Spectacular plays at AO Arena (M3 1AR Manchester). Tickets available.

Checked on 13 November 2026.

Overview

A Christmas concert at the AO Arena in Manchester, bringing together Michael Ball, Keala Settle, Ben Forster, Kerry Ellis and Loren Allred in a seasonal programme.

Michael Ball is a British pop singer born in Bromsgrove in 1962 and active since 1984. Recorded for Universal Music Group, Michael Ball released a first album, titled "Michael Ball", in 1992.

Loren Allred is an American singer born in Pittsburgh in 1989. Active since 2008, Loren Allred has built a career as a vocalist. Keala Settle, Ben Forster and Kerry Ellis complete the line-up of this seasonal bill, which is staged under the title Christmas Musical Spectacular.

The AO Arena hosts concerts in Manchester. This Christmas show suits anyone looking for a seasonal concert that features several vocalists on one bill.

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Artists

Michael Ball

Michael Ball is a British pop singer, born in Bromsgrove in 1962 and active since 1984. Recorded for Universal Music Group, he released his first album, "Michael Ball", in 1992.

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Keala Settle

Keala Settle is an American actress, born in 1975 in Lāʻie, in the United States, and active since 2002. Her first album, titled Chapter One, was released in 2017.

Ben Forster

Ben Forster — artist performing in Manchester.

Kerry Ellis

Kerry Ellis is a British actress and singer born in Haughley in 1979 and active since 1998. Her first album, Anthems (2010), was released on the Decca Records label.

Loren Allred

Loren Allred is an American singer born in Pittsburgh in 1989. Active since 2008, she has built a career as a vocalist, with the United States as her country of origin.

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AO Arena

AO Arena is an indoor arena at Victoria Station, Hunts Bank, in Manchester, built partly above the railway station. It mainly hosts concerts, as well as theatre productions.

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Victoria Station, Hunts Bank, M3 1AR Manchester
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Frequently asked questions

Where does Christmas Musical Spectacular take place?

Christmas Musical Spectacular takes place at AO Arena (M3 1AR Manchester).

When does Christmas Musical Spectacular take place?

Christmas Musical Spectacular has 2 dates in Manchester. Next scheduled date: Tue, 22 Dec 2026, 18:00.

What time does Christmas Musical Spectacular start?

Time listed for Christmas Musical Spectacular: 18:00 on 22 December 2026 at AO Arena. It may be when doors open rather than the start; the exact time is on the ticket.

Who is performing at Christmas Musical Spectacular in Manchester?

The announced lineup includes Michael Ball, Keala Settle, Ben Forster, Kerry Ellis, Loren Allred. The running order is confirmed by AO Arena on the night.

Are tickets still available for Christmas Musical Spectacular?

Tickets were available to book at the ticket seller at the last check.

How do I get to AO Arena?

AO Arena is located at Victoria Station, Hunts Bank, M3 1AR Manchester. Public transport is recommended; full directions are on the venue page.

How do I book tickets for Christmas Musical Spectacular?

Tickets can be booked at the ticket seller, through a link from TicketPiazza: https://ticketpiazza.com/gb/go/tickets?event=tour-christmas-musical-spectacular.

What type of event is Christmas Musical Spectacular?

Christmas Musical Spectacular is classified as “Pop, rock & indie” in the TicketPiazza listings.

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