Kayleigh Crawford reviews Mischief Theatre’s Peter Pan Goes Wrong at the Lowry

Theatre Editor Jay Darcy reviews Dr. Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical, starring Griff Rhys Jones OBE, Edward Baker-Duly and Matt Terry

Kayleigh Crawford reviews The Astonishing Times of Timothy Cratchit, a musical sequel to Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol

A study has found that northerners get in the Christmas spirit earlier than the rest of the country

In the long-awaited sequel to our Mancunian Guide, we asked our writers to pick their favourite festive films — all you have to do is trust them

The city is now home to 22 miles of LED Christmas lights

Evie Appleson attends the press showcase held at Chill Factore for Dr Seuss’ How the Grinch Stole Christmas The Musical

Eva Gerretsen discusses why today’s youth are so opposed to New Year resolutions, and some alternatives that could help us to be less self-centred

Having to look your best this Christmas period? We ditch the chocolate in favour to review Makeup Revolution’s beauty advent calendar, retailing at just £30

Opinon Editor Nimo Omer attended the preview event at HOME for Mimi and the Mountain Dragon, which premieres on BBC1 on Boxing Day

I’m dreaming of a green Christmas, here are some tips for celebrating ethically

Jay Darcy reviews Ice Village at Manchester’s Christmas Markets

The Reading Agency is a charity that has a host of projects which could do with your support

Anna Jin reviews Jack and the Beanstalk, this year’s pantomime at the Oldham Coliseum

Evie Appleson and Theatre Editor Jay Darcy interview BenDeLaCreme and Jinkx Monsoon, ahead of their show, All I Want for Christmas is Attention

Ellie Martin talks about how reading really can help you ditch the phone

Byron Gamble suggests greener alternatives to your holiday traditions

Helena Young attends ‘Afflecks After Dark’ and writes about what makes Afflecks a Mancunian must-visit this Christmas.