The Victoria Hall
Sadie Pearson
Opened in 1900 as a music hall with over 1,250 seats, The Victoria Hall in Bolton is a beautiful entertainment venue still today, and one with affordability is at the heart of its mission.
What's on near The Victoria Hall
Celebrate National Nest Box Week with Heaton Park Team and RSPB
Get creative and make a special home for our feathered friends.
free entry
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LOCAL / NATIONAL / INTERNATIONAL at the Lowry
The Lowry presents three separate displays from Aliyah Hussain, Paloma Proudfoot and Renee So – artists who use ceramics to tell stories.
free entry
Olaf Falafel’s Stupidest Super Stupid Show at Lowry
Enjoy an afternoon of belly laughter and ridiculousness as Olaf Falafel returns to Lowry for some kids comedy.
from £19.50
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The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe at The Lowry
Step through the wardrobe and experience an icy, magic and mystical adventure.
from £19
Häppy Hour: The Nordic Council at the Lowry
Join virtuosic circus trio the Nordic Council for a satirical take on Scandinavian nightlife in Häppy Hour.
emilyn claid: Untitled at Lowry
emilyn claid’s intimate and dazzling performance blends movement and theatre to explore ageing, acceptance and transformation.
from £14.00
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Handbagged at Lowry
A fresh, funny and fierce musical revival of Moira Buffini’s Olivier Award-winning fly-on-the-wall show.
from £32.00
Wes Peden: Rollercoaster at Lowry
Expect contemporary plate spinning, epic 3-ball juggling and some of the most difficult juggling ever done on stage in this thrilling circus show produced by Gandini Juggling.
from £18.00Where to go near The Victoria Hall
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FaMAS Art Gallery and Studios
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University of Bolton Stadium
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Listo Burrito
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Hop and Hazlewood
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