 | |  | | | Rink comes from an eccentric family but Rink is the most unusual of them all. Whenever the moon is full, beautiful flowers sprout all over his body. Ashamed of his secret, Rink keeps to himself until he meets Angelina, who has one leg shorter than the other and loves to dance. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | the lowry | | we recommend | 0870 787 5780 | | |
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John Martyn received the lifetime achievement award at the BBC Folk Awards 2008 in recognition of his unique contribution to British music. He has romanced audiences for more than 40 years with his powerfully heartfelt song-writing that remains as relevant now as ever. Fuelled by his huge voice and staggering guitar playing, there is always a near-religious intensity to a John Martyn show. Currently working on a new album, don’t miss this rare opportunity to see this iconic song-writing genius. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | lyric theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Over a century after they were first published, the ghost stories of M. R. James retain their power to terrify and amuse. Oh, Whistle, and I’ll Come to You, My Lad, considered by many to be the author’s masterpiece, is a tale of nocturnal horror on the Suffolk coast. It is beautifully complemented here by The Ash Tree, a story of witchcraft and vengeance down the generations. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | the lowry | | we recommend | 0870 787 5780 | | |
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New Adventure’s magical production of Edward Scissorhands has carved a place in the heart’s of thousands across the world – after sell-out performances in America, Australia and Europe, it now returns to The Lowry to delight the whole family. Based on the classic Tim Burton film and featuring the beautiful and unforgettable music by Danny Elfman and Terry Davies, this touching and witty gothic fairytale tells the story of a boy created by a lonely inventor who dies leaving him alone and unfinished. Left with only scissors for hands, Edward struggles to find his place in a strange new suburban world where the well-meaning community struggle to see past his strange appearance to the innocence and gentleness within. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | lyric theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Tangles? Split Ends? Frizzy? Flyaway? It’s bad enough having a bad hair day but poor Rapunzel spends her life in a tower with some strange woman using her locks as a stepladder! Theatre of Widdershins have taken this traditional tale right back to its roots, teased out the tangles and styled it into a beautifully coiffured hairpiece! This enchanting show promises plenty of body, volume & loads of highlights. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | the lowry | | we recommend | 0870 787 5780 | | |
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Offering a heady mix of British kitchen sink classics, international cinema with a local connection, and premieres of new work filmed in and around the region, Salford Film Festival is dedicated to promoting and raising the profile of Salford as an area of creative excellence in filmmaking. Following a successful day of screenings at The Lowry in 2007, Salford Film Festival will be returning this year with a special evening event. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | the lowry | | we recommend | 0870 787 5780 | | |
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Vin Garbutt is one of the best known performers on the folk scene today, and one of the most sought-after. His song-writing is witty and powerful, tackling thought-provoking issues which others prefer to avoid. He is an accomplished guitarist, a fine whistle player, and a genuinely funny raconteur. His new material is as fresh and relevant as it ever was, and he remains one of the most respected and passionate performers of traditional songs. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | the lowry | | we recommend | 0870 787 5780 | | |
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The second visit for Nunkie Theatre Company sees a critically acclaimed, atmospheric retelling of two of the earliest and greatest tales by the master of the English ghost story. In Canon Alberic’s Scrap-book, a young Cambridge antiquary discovers the devil in the details of an old book in a medieval town in the French Pyrenees. In The Mezzotint a ghoulish revenge is enacted within a work of art, before the helpless eyes of a museum curator in Oxford. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | the lowry | | we recommend | 0870 787 5780 | | |
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Children go half price when accompanied by a full paying adult. Starring Lorna Luft, daughter of Judy Garland. Wizard of Oz is back by popular demand and we are delighted to welcome international star Lorna Luft as the Wicked Witch. Daughter of legendary Judy Garland (the original Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz), Lorna found fame on stage and screen, performing spectacular concerts on Broadway and the West End and most recently, enormous success with the international tour of her show, Songs My Mother Taught Me. For her appearance at The Lowry, Lorna will wow us as the Wicked Witch of the West, in the stage production of the film that her mother made so famous. Follow the Yellow Brick Road to The Lowry this Christmas for the most magical family musical of them. Based on the classic Judy Garland film, all the famous songs and characters are here. Join Dorothy, the Tin Man, Scarecrow and Cowardly Lion and enjoy such classics as We’re Off To See The Wizard, Follow The Yellow Brick Road and of course the unforgettable, Over The Rainbow. So, come with us, over that legendary rainbow, to the magical land of Oz, and your dreams of a very special seasonal treat for the whole family really will come true. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | lyric theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Sampradaya Dance Creations from Canada present a double bill of two stunning and drastically different productions - Vivarta and Howzzat! Vivarta explores the celebrated Hindu mythological theme of Dashavatara interpreting the various manifestations of Vishu. Sharing the evening is Howzzat! - a unique and refreshing new take on the sport of cricket. Pushing the boundaries of contemporary Bharatanatyam, Howzzat! is a dramatic and exciting display of dance, sport and popular culture. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | quays theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Exceptional young singer-songwriter who first came to attention through her collaboration with Zero 7. A huge star in her native Denmark, Tina recently relocated to London and her latest album Count to Ten has attracted rave reviews. With an ethereal voice, Tina’s songs celebrate life’s struggles and the graceful tenor of Tina’s voice perfectly showcases her contemplative lyrics, giving Count to Ten its distinctly honest sound and unforgettably true spirit. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | quays theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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An extraordinary project from John McCusker celebrating the diversity of today's British folk scene. Featuring Gaelic singer Julie Fowlis, Idlewild front man Roddy Woomble, percussionist James Mackintosh, bassist Ewen Vernal, multi-instrumentalist Iain MacDonald, ex-Blur guitarist Graham Coxon, Radio 2’s Folk Musician of the Year Andy Cutting, guitarist Ian Carr, and Anglo-Swedish fiddler Emma Reid; with vocals from Jim Causley and John Tams. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | quays theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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A legendary figure in British popular music with a career that includes Slik, The Rich Kids, Thin Lizzy, Visage, Ultravox and of course the most famous one-off group in musical history Band Aid. Winner of a Grammy, an Ivor Novello Award and recently awarded an OBE for services to music and charity. Currently touring unplugged, playing a mixture of classic tracks from his back catalogue and new solo material. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | quays theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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The all-strumming, all-plucking, all-singing ensemble turns key moments of rock and roll history into a head-on collision between the Floyd and Wagner. A skiffle band for the 21st century! The Ukulele Orchestra combines music, humour and a pop trivia culture. With only instruments bought for loose change and a menagerie of voices, their ambition runs the gamut of art, rock and roll, comedy and critique in bringing you one plucking thing after another. Unmissable genius. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | quays theatre | | we recommend | 0870 787 5780 | | |
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Star of Bafta-winning comedy The Thick of It and his own BBC2 sitcom Lab Rats, Mr la-di-da smartypants Addison is regarded as one of the most versatile comics in the country. With his pacy, energetic routines and faultless delivery, he has charmed audiences and critics alike as a top-class purveyor of smartarse daftness, whimsy, perspiration, lies and jokes, and earned two Perrier nominations for his trouble. Chris Addison will be appearing on Jonathan Ross on the Friday 4th July and Lab Rats (his brand new sit com) will be airing from 10th July on BBC2. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | quays theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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Comedy genius and Radio 4 hero returns with his own brand of improvised and topical comedy. An entire routine can be based on a single headline from the day’s newspaper as he embarks on an outrageous flight of righteous indignation at the absurdities of the modern World. A regular on “Loose Talk”, “Just A Minute”, “I’m Sorry I Haven’t A Clue” and “The News Quiz”, Jeremy is one of the Country’s most acerbic comedians at the height of his powers. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | quays theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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“Listen very carefully I vill say this only vonce…” One of the greatest British TV comedies ever written comes to The Lowry this Christmas. Adapted by the original writers from the hugely popular series, this stunning new stage production follows the hilarious adventures of René, a hapless café owner in war-torn occupied France, as he and his wife Edith, struggle to keep for themselves a priceless portrait stolen by the Nazis and kept in a sausage in their cellar. Adding to René’s litany of woes the French Resistance, led by Michelle, force him to aid their persistent attempts to return two bumbling British airmen to England. René, caught in the middle of this joyous mayhem must also keep secret from his wife his long-running affairs with two waitresses or losing his cherished café may be the least of his problems... Check our December and January calendar pages to confirm performance times. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | quays theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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It’s Christmas Eve as Emily stares out of her window, hugs her teddy and waits excitedly for the morning. In the corner, a little mouse called Eddie can’t understand why only humans are allowed to celebrate and get presents, so he sets off in search of Father Christmas to find out. Along the way he dodges the family cat, gets direction from a toy soldier and is given advice from the fairy on top of the tree. Will Eddie get an answer? Will Emily get her wish? And what is that funny-shaped present sitting under the tree? Check our December and January calendar pages to confirm performance times. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | the lowry | | we recommend | 0870 787 5780 | | |
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At times soaring and tender, at others harrowingly painful, Puccini’s Tosca is one of the world’s most popular operas. Corrupt police chief Scarpia is obsessed with Tosca, the lover of artist Cavaradossi, and he is willing to go to any length to have her. When Cavaradossi is arrested and tortured for helping an escaped prisoner, Scarpia blackmails Tosca. The deal – Tosca and Cavaradossi can go free if she gives herself to him. Violated, Tosca plots her revenge, but the consequences are more terrible than she can imagine. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | lyric theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 | | |
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It’s been four years since John P. Wintergreen became President, and his re-election campaign is in full swing. This time, however, the voters aren’t falling for his smooth slogans. As the political situation spirals out of control, measures become increasingly desperate and before you know it, the US is facing a revolutionary dictatorship of blue shirts! The score signals a deepening of Gershwin’s art, at times anticipating his operatic masterpiece Porgy and Bess, and demonstrating that not only did he have the rare popular gift of a brilliant songwriter but that he was also simply one of the greatest composers of the 20th century. « back to list » « close panel » | | | | | book by phone | | lyric theatre | | we recommend | 0844 847 2277 |
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