The Cockatoo Club

Cockatoo is where the Village goes when it fancies a bit of theatre with its tipple. The room glows pink and gold, the lighting is made for selfies, and the stage hosts a rotating cast of local and touring talent – belting vocalists, riotous queens and hosts who know exactly how to turn a quiet Thursday into a squealing Friday-eve. Drinks are classic with a cheeky twist, service is swift, and there’s space to settle in for a full show as well as corners for dates and catch-ups. The programming is diverse – camp pop one night, soulful standards the next – and the team are big on creating a safe, inclusive environment where everyone feels part of the joke. Expect special events through Pride season and winter cabaret runs when the dark nights beg for sparkle. If you’re chasing a proper show with your night out, Cockatoo does it with heart, humour and a Mancunian wink.