The Lowry

Title: Discover the Vibrant Arts Scene at The Lowry

Located in the picturesque setting of Salford Quays, The Lowry stands as a beacon of artistic excellence, offering a diverse array of performances across its multiple stages.

This modern performing arts center has quickly become a cultural hub, attracting visitors with its dynamic programming and state-of-the-art facilities. Whether you're in the mood for theater, dance, music, or comedy, The Lowry has something to offer for every taste and interest.

As a relatively recent addition to the area, The Lowry has injected new life into Salford Quays, providing locals and visitors alike with the perfect destination for a day out. Its sleek design and bustling atmosphere create an inviting ambiance, setting the stage for memorable experiences and enriching cultural encounters.

In summary, The Lowry is not just a venue for performances; it's a vibrant community space that adds vibrancy and excitement to the Salford Quays area. With its diverse programming and modern amenities, it's a must-visit destination for anyone seeking to immerse themselves in the arts and culture scene.

Lowry Galleries – A great place where the artwork takes centre stage

What is the Lowry Art Gallery?

The Lowry Art Gallery is a modern art space that is located in the heart of Salford, Greater Manchester. It is a great place for art fans where a variety of permanent and temporary exhibitions take place throughout the year.

In addition there is the LS Lowry collection where there is a beautiful selection of his artwork and paintings that are on display.

Exhibitions Visited

Julia and Axel – Thirty Years Of Favourite Stories

Who are Julia and Axel?

This exhibition charts the lives of writer Julia Donaldson and illustrator Axel Scheffler. It also showcases the brilliant illustrations from their famous works. Julia is famous for children stories including The Gruffalo, The Smartest Giant in Town, Zog, and more.

Beautiful Stories

This exhibition showcased each story that is written by Julia Donaldson in a lovely way. Each one such as Zog gave us a eye-catching summary of what the story entails and the characters involved. It is done in a way that is engaging and appealing to both adults and children.

The Illustrations are magical

Axel Scheffler’s artwork and illustrations are brought to life by injecting a large palette of colours. They were imaginative and captivating to see. However, descriptions were on the thin side. I expected a bit more.

Games and interaction

It was great to see the exciting flaps on the walls where if opened it revealed little interactive one liners and silly games which are mostly aimed at children. I would have liked to have seen something interactive too that was aimed more for adults.

The Exhibition as a whole

It was a good exhibition that gave an interesting insight at the work that a hard-working partnership have produced. The way that it was organised was great in that for each story they produced they gave you a summary, creative artwork that related to each storybook however the downside in that it was aimed at a younger audience. It is great that this exhibition is designed with care at children but I expected more for adults. They should have injected something exciting for them whilst the kids are enjoying the activities for them.

Entry and Admission

This exhibition Julia and Axel – Thirty Years of Favourite Stories is free to enter however due to the busy demand then you are required to book a time slot ticket in order to guarantee entry.

Facilities

There is a Tower Café on the premises but not on the same floor that offers a variety of sandwiches, cakes and drinks at a reasonable price.

There are other cafes nearby if that is not your taste.

Toilets are on site.

Lighting and Access

The environment in which the exhibition took place was well lit which meant that I was able to take advantage by seeing all the artwork and reading the summaries for the stories produced.

In relation to access at the Lowry Gallery then there are lifts or escalators that will enable you to access the floor in which the exhibition is taking place.

Parking

Parking is available at the Quayside Media City UK (formerly The Lowry car park). If you have a Blue Badge then you can stamp the ticket at Customer Services where you can get 4 hours free. This takes effect from the time of arrival. If you go over that time then you are required to pay £1.10 per hour over.

If you are a fan of Julia and Axel’s work and you want to learn more in an interesting way or that you have children that love the story books then you are guaranteed to have a great day out at the Lowry Gallery for their current exhibition. Grab those tickets before it ends

The Lowry in Salford offers a diverse range of cultural experiences, from theater performances to art exhibitions. The modern architecture of the venue complements the vibrant atmosphere inside. The theaters are well-equipped, providing an immersive experience for performances. The art galleries showcase a mix of contemporary and classic pieces. Overall, The Lowry is a cultural hub that caters to a broad audience, offering a delightful blend of entertainment and artistic expression.

A modern & comfortable venue. Excellent views of the stage.

Shame the bar wasn’t open to get any refreshments. Plastic cups & tap water only available!

We just visited the lowry exhibition and had an amazing day, it was such a privilege to be so up close and personal to so many of his works. An extra special thank you to Martin and his colleague for 2 very informative talks and taking the time and interest to answer our questions. Also, lunch in Pier 8 was great value and very tasty. Well worth a visit.

Great angles from all over made watching a great play really enjoyable. And what a production! Really creative but with some fun moments given such a morbid subject. Note: there were lots of young children in attendance and I would have said 12A was a better rating for this show but your mileage may vary.
Getting out of the carpark at the end was a major pain and took almost half an hour so be prepared to be patient.

Gorgeous theatre. Absolutely huge. Sound is amazing in there too. And staff and crew are fantastic, really helpful and made my night playing there a breeze. Great venue as a punter, one of Manchester’s finest.