The Wind in the Willows

Name: The Wind in the Willows
Start: 2016-10-27T00:00:00
End: 2016-11-06T23:59:00
Location: The Lowry

Creative Tourist Last Updated 2 November 2016

The Wind in the Willows at The Lowry, Salford 27 October — 6 November 2016 Tickets from £16.00 — Book now

Ratty, Badger and Mole join the exuberant Toad and embark on a series of adventures and misadventures caused by his insatiable need for speed! Imprisoned for theft and with his existence under threat from the inhabitants of the Wild Wood, Toad must attempt a daring escape to defend Toad Hall. Featuring spectacular stagecraft and a company of over fifty, this sparkling new musical with a glorious original score brings this treasured British classic to life in what is set to be 2016’s wildest theatrical adventure.

The Wind in the Willows at The Lowry, Salford 27 October — 6 November 2016 Tickets from £16.00 Book now

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