Apr23Fri
ConcertsThe Lathums
19:00 · O2 Ritz Manchester · Manchester
The AcademicManchester · Fri, 23 Apr 2027
19:30 local time
Manchester Academy 2Manchester
About this event
The Academic takes place at Manchester Academy 2, Manchester on Friday, 23 April 2027, starting at 19:30 local time.
It is listed as Pop / Electro Pop (Concerts).
General on-sale starts 23 Oct 2026, 10:00 BST.
Manchester Academy 2 holds around 950 people.
Manchester Academy 2 has 44 upcoming events on our calendar.
Add to calendar
Stay & get there
Nearest station
Manchester Oxford Road · Train station · 1.2 km · 20 min walk
Closest hotels
- Hyatt House Manchester510 m
- Hyatt Regency Manchester520 m
- Travelodge600 m
🛏️ Hotels near Manchester Academy 2
Check prices ↗🧭 Tours & sightseeing in Manchester
All tours & activities ↗The Academic at Manchester Academy 2: show day guide
- Show starts
- 19:30
- The Academic on stage(est.)
- 19:30
- Set length(est.)
- 1 hr
- Expected finish(est.)
- 20:30
- Getting there
- Manchester Oxford Road, 1.2 km (20 min walk)
- Parking
- On-site car park to the rear of the main Academy.
Estimated from the headliner's recent setlists and a typical running order. Venues publish exact stage times on the day, so check before you travel.
Know before you go
- Ticket limit
- Please note: There is a ticket Limit of 6 tickets per person and per credit card on this event
- Please note
- Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult over 18. A max of 6 tickets per person and per household applies. Tickets in excess of 6 will be cancelled.
What to expect: recent setlist
From Malahide Castle & Gardens, Malahide on 20 June 2026
- 1Why Can't We Be Friends
- 2Acting My Age
- 3Don't Take It Personally
- 4Different
- 5Girlfriends
- 6Bear Claws
Most played songs on this tour
- Why Can't We Be Friends×11
- Acting My Age×11
- Don't Take It Personally×11
- Different×11
- Girlfriends×11
- Bear Claws×11
- Bye Bye Baby×10
- Fake ID×10
- My Very Best×10
- Mixtape 2003×10
Setlist data: setlist.fm · The Academic
Line-up
Venue: Manchester Academy 2
Oxford Road, Manchester, M13 9PR- Capacity
- 950
- Parking
- On-site car park to the rear of the main Academy. There is a barrier and customers will need pound coins to open it. Parking also available in nearby side streets.
- Accessible seating
- There is a passenger lift which allows access to all floors. Disabled toilet on all floors, these operate on the National RADAR scheme, a key is available at Reception. Unless stated, all shows are unreserved standing. For all Accessible Ticketing requirements, the venue should be contacted directly via the main reception on 0161 275 2930.
- Venue rules
- No food or drink to be brought into the venue. All children 14 or under should be accompanied by an adult at all times unless otherwise stated in the event informaton. Under 21's will be required to provide ID when purchasing alcohol.
- Children
- All children 14 or under should be accompanied by an adult at all times unless otherwise stated in the event informaton.
- Box office
- Venue Box Office: Mon - Fri: 10.00am - 4.00pm Union Reception: Mon - Fri: 4.00pm - 10.30pm. Sat: 6.00pm - 9.45pm. Sun: 6.00pm - 10.00pm
More The Academic dates
All dates →- Nov12ThuTickets
Shed Seven
18:30 · Rock City, Nottingham
- Nov13FriTickets
Shed Seven
18:30 · Rock City, Nottingham
- Nov17TueTickets
Shed Seven
19:30 · The Nick Rayns LCR, UEA, Norwich
- Nov20FriTickets
Shed Seven Plus Special Guests The Academic Shedcember X Tour
19:00 · O2 Academy Glasgow, Glasgow
- Nov24TueTickets
Shed Seven
19:00 · Brighton Dome, Brighton and Hove
- Nov27FriTickets
Shed Seven
19:00 · Octagon, Sheffield
- Nov30MonTickets
Shed Seven
19:00 · Cambridge Corn Exchange, Cambridge
- Dec1TueTickets
Shed Seven
19:00 · Bristol Beacon, Bristol
Coming up at Manchester Academy 2
Full calendar →- Oct22Thu
Airbag
19:30
from £20Tickets - Oct23Fri
Antony Szmierek
19:00
from £23.25Tickets - Oct29Thu
Temic
19:30
from £16Tickets - Oct31SatTickets
Noahfinnce
19:30
- Nov2MonTickets
Yaelokre
19:30
- Nov3Tuefrom £12.50Tickets
Also in Manchester that week
All Manchester events →
Apr23FriConcertsOverpass
19:00 · Manchester Academy · Manchester
Apr23FriConcertsJune McDoom
19:00 · The Abbey · Manchester
Apr24SatNightlifefrom £19The Sound of Ascension
17:00 · Manchester Gorilla · Manchester
The Academic: FAQs
When is The Academic?
The Academic is scheduled for Friday, 23 April 2027 at 19:30 local time.
Where is The Academic taking place?
At Manchester Academy 2, Oxford Road, Manchester M13 9PR.
How much are tickets for The Academic?
The ticket seller has not published a price range. Open the official listing to see current prices and available seats.
Is there parking at Manchester Academy 2?
On-site car park to the rear of the main Academy. There is a barrier and customers will need pound coins to open it. Parking also available in nearby side streets.
What songs will The Academic play?
At their most recent show (20 June 2026, Malahide) The Academic played 6 songs, including Why Can't We Be Friends, Acting My Age, Don't Take It Personally, Different, and Girlfriends.
Does The Academic have other upcoming dates?
Yes — The Academic has 21 upcoming dates, including Nottingham (12 Nov), Nottingham (13 Nov), and Norwich (17 Nov).
What time does The Academic go on stage?
The Academic is expected on stage around 19:30. The show itself starts at 19:30 local time.
How long is The Academic's set?
Recent shows ran to 6 songs, about 1 hr on stage, so expect to finish around 20:30.
The Academic
Fri, 23 Apr 2027