The Koala Who Could at The Lowry

Shekina Rose, Families Editor

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The Koala Who Could

Lowry, Salford
8-13 April 2025
Date
Time
Session Features
08 Apr 2025
1:30 pm
09 Apr 2025
11:00 am
09 Apr 2025
1:30 pm
10 Apr 2025
11:00 am
10 Apr 2025
1:30 pm

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The Koala Who Could at The Lowry
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Join the lovable Kevin the Koala on a journey of courage and discovery at The Koala who Could at The Lowry, Salford from 8-13 April, co-produced by The Lowry, Rose Theatre, Nicoll Entertainment, Northern Stage, Unicorn Theatre, and MAST Mayflower Studios.

This brand-new stage adaptation of the bestselling picture book by Rachel Bright and Jim Feld, directed by Emma Earle (Oi Frog and Friends) and with music by Eamonn O’Dwyer (The Lion Inside), follows Kevin the Koala, who, in a beautiful, sunlit land, is happily staying still and clinging to his tree, watching the world from a safe distance.

But when his friends – the wombats, roos, and dingos – encourage him to take a leap, he discovers that trying something new can lead to wonderful adventures.

With amazing storytelling, catchy songs and music, and funny, relatable characters, this production will warm your heart, guaranteed. It’s sweet, full of fun, and basically a perfect theatre experience for little ones and their families. It comes as absolutely no surprise that it was winner of the Sainsbury’s Book Award and the Evening Standard Oscar’s Book Prize and Claudia Winkleman said after watching the show: ‘Fabulous rhymes, I’m in love with Kevin.’ Fair enough – he is very loveable!

Do not miss this laugh out loud, heartwarming family adventure. Perfect for children and grown-ups alike, at the heart of the story of The Koala Who Could at The Lowry is that taking a risk, embracing change and being brave can lead to fantastic things! Book your tickets now.

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