SUPERHEROES seem to be in distinctly short supply in Manchester these days, but that is all set to change with the arrival of Marvel Universe Live!

The unique stage show is making its way to the city for eight performances of the “authentic and original” story.

Expect to see Spidey swinging, Wolverine growling and Hulk smashing.

The family show, which will be at the Manchester Arena, has been likened to a superhero equivalent of Disney on Ice and has been described hailed as “the most technically advanced live show ever” with special effects, pyrotechnics, aerial stunts, martial arts, motorcycles and more.

The production will be replete with special effects and dazzling set pieces, as the cast of Marvel heroes set off to find the lost pieces of the Cosmic Cube - an ultimate source of power - before the bad guys can lay their hands on them.

The event will be full of familiar faces from the American comic books including Batman, Captain America and Spider-Man as they run, jump and ride their ways around the arena in this all-action production coming to Manchester for the first time.

You can see the Avengers Assemble and get into action from Thursday, January 26, to Sunday, January 29.

To book tickets visit www.manchester-arena.com.