Cold Feet star and X-Factor winner to headline at big lights switch-on

STAR of hit comedy drama Cold Feet John Thomson and X-Factor winner Louisa Johnson are to headline at Manchester’s Christmas Lights Switch-on.

The big event takes place on Friday November 4 on Albert Square, where traditionally thousands of people gather for the annual family-friendly ceremony.

Also on the bill is local musician JP Cooper has grown a huge and loyal fan base through relentless touring in past years.

And the MOBO Nominated trio M.O (Modus Operandi) complete the night’s musical acts, bringing their R&B tinged garage attitude to Albert Square.
 
Mancunian comic John Thomson will be a crowd favourite when he arrives on stage following the reprise of his role in iconic 90s comedy drama, Cold Feet which has returned to huge acclaim recently. He is appearing on stage ahead of his role as the evil Abanazar in the Opera House’s Christmas panto, Aladdin.

And the hit musical production of the beloved Billy Elliot, playing at the Palace Theatre from November 29, will help the crowds to get their toes tapping and bodies moving as the cast from the show perform live on stage.

Opening the show will be the incredible moves of the Dancehouse Academy before they appear in a Panto Mash-up at the Dancehouse – a fresh take on the traditional, combining the Adventures of Robin Hood with the classic tale of the Babes in the Wood.

This year’s show will be hosted by Key 103’s Mike Toolan and Corrie’s Brooke Vincent, along with the larger-than-life Bolton funnyman Paddy McGuinness.

The whole show will be topped off by a spectacular fireworks display.