The brilliant Image Musical Theatre returns with A Little Princess, interactive sing a long fun for all the family. This wonderful story of a parentless girl courageously resisting hunger and cruelty at the hands of her headmistress, Miss Minchin, is one of the most inspiring of all the children's classics. You can be the star of the show with the opportunity for some children to take part as actors and the whole audience as the chorus singers - this is family theatre at its very best.

Join the talented young performers from The Lowry Summer Schools as they present the exciting work they have created during their week-long residency.

Whether it’s painting, drawing and designing or acting and singing, there’s something for everyone.

Who is Santa Claus? Where did he come from? And why on earth does he climb down the chimney?

Follow the early life of Santa Claus, from his being abandoned in the forest and adopted by the wood-nymphs, making the very first toys to his final quest for immortality. Find out why we hang stockings, why he climbs down the chimney and meet the original reindeer Glossie and Flossie as well as the chilly rogue Jack Frost. With original music and lots of audience participation this is a wonderful seasonal show from Artsdepot and Big Wooden Horse, creators of venue favourites The Night Before Christmas and Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!

Based on the book by L Frank Baum
Adapted for the stage by Adam Bampton-Smith

An Artsdepot and Big Wooden Horse co-production.

Having enjoyed sensational reviews, Bill Kenwright’s ‘Amazing’, ‘Superb’, ‘Wonderful’ and ‘Brilliant’ production of Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber’s sparkling family musical continues to enjoy huge success across the country with standing ovations at every performance.

Retelling the biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours, this magical musical is full of unforgettable songs including Any Dream Will Do, Close Every Door To Me and One More Angel.

‘Joseph returns in all its glory.’ - Daily Mail
‘A superb piece of entertainment. I was thrilled.’ - Daily Mirror

It’s a wolf eat duck world. But it’s a world where little boys can find extraordinary courage and catch the wolf!

Prokofiev’s story of the irreverent Peter has resonated deeply with generations of children enchanted by its power and sense of fun. Now BreakThru Films and Se-ma-for Studios, in collaboration with BAFTA-winning director Suzie Templeton, bring this mesmerising and enchanting classic to its humorous and exhilarating best for the big screen.

The film, which has no vocals, will be accompanied with live music from Manchester Camerata.

‘Peter’s adventures look wonderfully exciting and Prokofiev’s score helps, too, in a thrillingly beautiful animation.’ - The Sunday Times

The joy of this film is the care, sensitivity and imagination that  matches even Prokofiev’s work.’ - The Independent

Once upon a time, in the depths of the ocean, a mermaid princess is singing, and a young prince is drowning… she saves him… he kisses her… I love you, you love me… the mermaid exchanges her tail and sublime voice for two legs, but the prince, alas, marries another!

Combining music, dance, physical performances and ravishing costumes, Kismet’s simply staged and brilliantly inventive style will transport you from a shipwreck in the depths of the ocean to a prince’s castle, from a sea witch’s cavern to a cloud of sea mist lifting to the skies.

From the company who brought us The Snow Queen last Easter, Teatro Kismet’s The Mermaid Princess is a rare and wonderful opportunity to experience world-class family theatre like no other. Don’t miss this chance for a truly extraordinary experience that promises to make a huge impression on all who encounter it.

“Teatro Kismet is a wonderful Italian company that constantly creates visually ravishing work for family audiences… The result is work that is full of wonder and doesn’t patronise the audience.” - Lyn Gardner, The Guardian

Ages: 8+
1hr 5mins

Tickets to MAPAS (Salford Music and Performing Arts Service) Summer Showcases at the Quays Theatre, The Lowry, Manchester.

Salford Primary School Showcase (Mon & Tue)
A celebration of the year’s work featuring ensembles from the schools involved in the Wider Opportunities project. There will be a wide range of ensembles performing including Wind Bands, Brass Bands, Samba Bands, Guitars and Steel Pans.

Choral Showcase (Wed & Thu)
Featuring massed choir performances of the satellite choirs run by MAPAS, the evening includes a performance of the BBC version of Macbeth performed by the Massed Choirs, Salford Youth Training Choir and Salford Senior Theatre Company.

Star of the BAFTA Award-winning Boogie Beebies, catch the much-loved Pete Hillier in his hit show Boogie Pete Live - featuring all your favourite songs and dances including Go, Go Mango and Hey Monkey!

Join Pete as he shows you some moves, some magic and some silliness in this fun-packed show for children of all ages.

Boogie Pete will be coming to meet, greet and sign autographs after the show!

Suitable for ages 2+.

Stories old and new come alive in this magical puppet show. Marvel as everyday objects such as buckets, umbrellas, rags and pegs, turn into puppets before your eyes to run, jump, play and dance! Follow Little Peg Legs, who goes in search of a friend and a house that no wolf can blow down; on the way you may see a magic beanstalk grow and meet a giant! Featuring popular stories and brilliant puppetry, this imaginative play is full of action and clever use of objects.

Suitable for ages 3+.

Presented by Objects Dart.

Following the success of Flyaway Katie (2009), Long Nose Puppets return.

Ben is delighted when he opens his present and finds a penguin inside. “Hello, Penguin!” says Ben. Penguin says nothing. What can Ben do to make Penguin speak? Follow the twists and turns of this wonderful tale, in which a silent Penguin turns marvellously eloquent and a little boy finally gets his heart’s desire.

Exciting, surreal and full of surprises, Penguin features lively songs by Tom Gray of Gomez.

Suitable for ages 3-7.

Presented by Long Nose Puppets.