HOME presents The Home We Made, a new production by HOME, co-created with Malandra Jacks and the people of Manchester, resulting in a powerful, city-shaped work that places lived experience at the heart of an ambitious theatrical production, bringing authentic Manchester stories to HOME’s Main Stage.
Performed by local artists who have engaged via HOME’s community programme Home from HOME, The Home We Made is a patchwork of voices exploring how we build community and nurture belonging. Bringing together a diverse range of joyful and reflective narratives through a visually striking piece that incorporates storytelling, film and projection. This unique piece of theatre will appeal to a wide range of audiences across our vibrant city.
The Home We Made invites you into the lives of residents born and bred in Manchester and those who have chosen to make it their home. We are proud to present this debut performance on HOME’s Theatre 1 stage, showcasing the talent that thrives in Greater Manchester.
“At HOME, we work closely with our local communities, and we believe that the stories of this city belong on our stages. The Home We Made has brought people together from across Manchester to co-create a bold, professional production that reflects the richness and creativity of the communities we work with every day”
— Head of Creative Engagement, HOME
The The Home We Made cast and co-creators are community artists engaged through HOME’s community programme, Home from HOME, whose creative work across Greater Manchester informs and shapes the production. Built through close relationships with local communities, placing Manchester voices at the heart of the performance.
“I hope audiences take away the rough and the smooth of Manchester, its people and how much we have in common”
— Cast Member, The Home We Made
HOME are delighted to collaborate with Malandra Jacks. Their most recent production Census was on stage at HOME in November 2025. Malandra Jacks have also worked with organisations including Manchester International Festival, Contact, Manchester City Council, Bolton Octagon, Gallery Oldham, and The Royal Exchange.
HOME welcomes you to come and celebrate the hard work of our community artists and to explore what it truly means to call Manchester home. Join us for an evening of shared stories, laughter, and connection as we come together to honour the spirit and diversity that make our city unique.