M6 Theatre Company

M6 Theatre Company has a national reputation for heartfelt, inventive theatre made right here in Rochdale. Based in a purpose-built studio near the college, the team crafts new plays that tour schools, community venues and festivals. Their focus is storytelling with purpose — tackling themes like belonging, identity, kindness and resilience. Audiences are a true mix: families, teens, and local groups alongside theatre-goers from across Greater Manchester. The company’s workshops are inclusive and creative, offering safe spaces for young people — including LGBTQ+ youth — to explore performance and self-expression. The building itself is cosy and well-equipped, with friendly staff and easy access for wheelchairs and prams. If you’ve ever thought theatre wasn’t for you, M6 will prove otherwise — this is art made with heart, and firmly rooted in Rochdale’s sense of community.