The War of The Worlds by H.G. Wells

Wed Dec 03 2025 at 06:30 pm to 08:20 pm UTC+00:00

Bolton Central Library and Museum | Bolton

Bolton Library and Museum Services
Publisher/HostBolton Library and Museum Services
The War of The Worlds by H.G. Wells
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An abridged and performed reading by storyteller Gaz Cross in the presence of Luke Jerram's art installation 'Mars'
About this Event

Story

H.G. Wells’ sci-fi classic takes on urgent new meaning in this gripping solo performance by Gav Cross. Delivered under the gaze of Luke Jerram's art installation '', this 90-minute event plunges audiences into a world torn apart by a merciless Martian invasion.

With a haunting original soundtrack by Chris Bastock this powerful reimagining blends timeless storytelling with contemporary resonance, echoing themes of war, fear, and flight that remain deeply relevant today.

A gripping and surprising version of a classic we all think we know. Not the musical version and no Tom Cruise in sight. The War of the Worlds is a chilling performance for an unforgettable evening of grown-up storytelling.


Duration

90 minutes plus an interval


Age

Recommend : 12+

Tickets are non-refundable



About Gav Cross

If you ask them for one of their business cards, it describes Gav as a Storyteller, Creative & Idiot. They are proud to be working on all three of these aspects professionally and personally since the 20th century. Starting out as a Drama & Theatre Studies teacher with a parallel career in community theatre of all sorts. Directing, facilitating, devising & workshop leading. For the last 20 years Gav has been delivering storytelling performance and workshops in schools across the UK.

Gav’s Twisted Tales for Terrible Children went on tour around the UK in 2021, supported by Highlights Rural Touring Scheme & Northumberland Libraries. This lead to an invite back in Autumn with the follow on show: “Tell Tale Twit.”
As well as this, Gav is the ‘Chief Idiocy Wrangler’ for Funny Looking Kids: Comedy Club – Grown up Alternative Comedy for the whole family.
Always looking for new stories to tell and share, Gav can be found on Facebook and YouTube sharing tales with anyone that will listen!

Youtube: gavcross

Facebook: gavcrossstoryteller

Instgram: @gavcross

Tiktok: @gavcross

X: @GavCross

Website: https://www.Gavcross.co.uk



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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Bolton Central Library and Museum, Le Mans Crescent, Bolton, United Kingdom

Tickets

GBP 7.50

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