The West End and Broadway phenomenon tells the story of the Witches of Oz, and around the world has been seen by 47 million people in 13 countries and won 100 international awards.
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Based on the international best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire the show re-imagines the stories and characters created by L. Frank Baum in The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, and tells the story of an unlikely but profound friendship between two sorcery students.
The play runs at the Lowry from June 3 to July 25 with several matinees but it is only recommended for children aged seven upwards.
Box office: 0843 208 6000 or www.thelowry.com