Bolton Library Theatre

Kristy Stott, Theatre Editor Posted 3 January 2019

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Bolton Library Theatre

Bolton Library and Museum, Le Mans Crescent, Bolton, BL1 1SE

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Bolton Library Theatre is situated inside Bolton Museum, a public museum and art gallery, which is owned by Bolton Metropolitan Borough Council.

The museum collections include natural history, archaeology, art, local history and one of Britain’s oldest public aquariums. These are housed, together with Bolton Central Library, in one end of the Bolton Civic Centre, designed by, local architects, Bradshaw Gass & Hope and opened in 1939.

What's on near Bolton Library Theatre

A Christmas Carol at Octagon Theatre Bolton. A person in a long coat and top hat walks alone down a cobblestone street at night, surrounded by colorful holiday lights and softly falling snow. The scene glows warmly from shop windows and string lights, creating a festive and mysterious atmosphere.

Until 10 Jan 2026

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A Christmas Carol at Octagon Theatre Bolton

A heartwarming festive treat for all ages, this brand-new musical adaptation of A Christmas Carol brings Bolton’s stage to life with music, magic and Dickensian spirit.

From £15.00

Until 10 Jan 2026

FamiliesBolton

A Christmas Carol

Bringing music, laughter and a welcome dose of festive cheer, a brand-new adaptation of the Dickensian classic is the perfect festive treat for families this Christmas.

From £15.00

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The Memory Of Water at The Octagon Theatre

A play about families, grief, and the unreliable narratives we inherit. Directed by Bolton Octagon Artistic Director Lotte Wakeham. Starring Vicky Binns, Victoria Brazier, Helen Flannagan and Polly Lister.

From £15.00

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Mrs Claus Saves Christmas at The Octagon Theatre

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From £11.00

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From £89.60

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Free entry

31 Jan – 29 Mar 2026

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