Guided tours of the Plaza

From the Carson Sisters through to Jimmy Carr, Judy Garland to Johnny Depp many of the greatest stage and screen stars of yesteryear and the modern day have appeared in person or on the silver screen here at Stockport’s 1932 Super Cinema and Variety Theatre since its doors first opened and here’s your chance to have a special guided tour getting a chance to see behind the scenes of this building of international significance.

Your tour host will explain the history of this gem in the northwests artistic crown and give your party the chance to see the areas usually hidden away including the backstage and projection room housing a rare Kalee 8 projector restored to its original condition and one of only a handful left in the world.

Groups of 10 or more

£6 per person – Guided tour
£10 per person – Tour and Tea – a delightful way of finishing your tour with tea, sandwich and individual scone served in our elegant tea rooms

For full details or to book your party please do not hesitate to contact
Ted on 0161 480 3818
or email ted.doan@stockportplaza.com

Open Tours

On the last thursday of the month we now host Open Tours for you, your friends or your group which commence at 11am and ideal if you are an individual, a group of less than 10 people or simply see that the date and time suits you and for £6 you will be given a full venue tour lasting approximately one hour of all the hidden away parts of the building not normally open to the general public.....all proceeds of the tour go towards our ongoing maintenance and restoration appeal - See whats on guide for details of the next Open Tour

Can we come to you?

If you need a speaker to talk about Stockports art deco gem we have a host of speakers who would be delighted to visit your event, luncheon club or group meeting to offer an interesting and informative insight into the history, saving and success of the Plaza Super Cinema and Variety Theatre...