Category The Lowry

The cast of THE SHARK IS BROKEN. Photo Credit: Manuel Harlan

Based on Robert Shaw’s diaries, THE SHARK IS BROKEN offers a witty and poignant behind-the-scenes look at the tense, complex relationships between the three JAWS actors.

Any fan of the 1974 film JAWS will know that its production was notoriously difficult...

The cast of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS. Photo Credit: Manuel Harlan

Cleverly staged, Lucy Bailey’s new touring production of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS offers a thrilling and sumptuous evening of mystery and intrigue.

After directing productions of WITNESS FOR THE PROSECUTION and AND THEN THERE WERE NONE, Lucy Bailey goes for the Agatha Christie hat trick with a new touring production of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS.

Set in Winter 1934, MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS follows Christie’s belov...

This touring adaptation of MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS successfully captures the essence of Christie’s classic, thanks to strong performances, a creative set design, and well-placed humour.

Since its publication in 1934, Agatha Christie’s MURDER ON THE ORIENT EXPRESS has been subject to many adaptations, from film to television and, of course, many theatre productions...

The cast of LIFE OF PI UK Tour. Photo Credit: Johan Persson

Showcasing exceptional puppetry and stagecraft, LIFE OF PI transports audiences from the vibrant markets of India to the tumultuous Pacific Ocean.

From book to film to stage, LIFE OF PI follows the path many novels take, becoming adapted for live audiences in unique and inspiring ways in which no other medium could be.

LIFE OF PI is certainly a novel that might induce many questions as to how this could be portrayed live, but the magic...

The cast of 2:22. A GHOST STORY. Photo Credit: Johan Persson

Exploring themes of love, loss, and truth, 2:22 A GHOST STORY is an engaging and atmospheric play featuring strong performances and a skillfully crafted set that evokes tension and suspense.

A tale of the supernatural has to be regarded closely and treated with care. Too much fear and the work becomes a caricature; too little, and there is no bite...

With standout performances and impressive choreography, Timothy Sheader’s 2024 reimagining of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR is a dark, symbol-rich, and emotionally intense production.

Following its opening at Manchester’s Palace Theatre last year, Timothy Sheader’s bold reinterpretation of JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR has finally arrived at Salford’s The Lowry as part of its UK tour.

First staged on Broadway in 1971, JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR explores the final weeks of Jesus Christ’s life...

The cast of KAY MELLOR’S THE SYNDICATE. Photo Credit: Craig Sugden

Kay Mellor’s final stage play, THE SYNDICATE, is a well-executed adaptation with strong performances and plenty of Northern humour.

Following the success of her other stage adaptations, BAND OF GOLD and FAT FRIENDS, Kay Mellor’s final stage play, THE SYNDICATE, makes its world premiere at Salford’s The Lowry this week as part of a new UK tour.

Based on the hit BBC TV show, THE SYNDICATE follows the fortunes of five supermarket e...

The cast of THE KITE RUNNER. Photo: Barry Rivett / Hotshot Photography

With its stellar cast performance, minimalist staging, and powerful soundscape, Khaled Hosseini’s powerful tale of heartbreak and betrayal is brought to life in THE KITE RUNNER.

THE KITE RUNNER Khaled Hosseini’s gripping tale of heartbreak and betrayal comes to life on The Lowry’s Lyric stage...

The cast of 42 BALLOONS. Photo Credit: Pamela Raith

With its vibrant direction, inventive staging, and 80s-inspired soundtrack, 42 BALLOONS delivers an uplifting and captivating musical experience.

Six years in the making, 42 BALLOONS finally makes its world premiere at Salford’s The Lowry this month, with a journey that echoes Larry Walters’ astonishing true story.

Set in 1980s America, 42 BALLOONS follows Larry, a truck driver with a lifelong dream to defy gravity...

The cast of THE MOUSETRAP UK Tour. Photo Credit: Matt Crockett

Driven by a strong cast performance, THE MOUSETRAP continues to enthral with its timeless blend of mystery, humour, and intriguing characters.

Celebrating over 70 years, it’s easy to see why Agatha Christie’s THE MOUSETRAP is the world’s longest-running play. Its timeless blend of mystery, humour, and intriguing characters has kept audiences on the edge of their seats since its premiere in 1952...