HUGH Jackman is bringing the 'the greatest show' to Manchester in the first tour of his career next year.

The Aussie actor is monopolising on the success of The Greatest Showman by performing songs from the smash hit musical film along with tracks from the big screen adaptation of Les Misérables, in which he starred in 2012.

The multi award-winning performer, who also played Wolverine in the many X-Men movies and spin-offs, will be accompanied by a live orchestra on the four-date UK tour, which will also feature songs from his other film and Broadway roles.

Jackman earned his first Academy Award nomination for Best Actor and won a Golden Globe for his performance in Tom Hooper’s Les Mis.

The tour opens at Manchester Arena on May 24 with tickets going on sale at 9am on Friday, December 7. Visit ticketmaster.co.uk or axs.com