Hit horror phenomenon Paranormal Activity makes UK tour stop in Salford

The stage adaptation of supernatural horror phenomenon Paranormal Activity is heading to Salford later this month as part of its first-ever UK and Ireland tour.

The chilling production will run at The Lowry from Tuesday, November 17, to Saturday, November 21, bringing the hit ghost story to the stage following successful runs in London and on Broadway.

Starring James Bye, best known for playing Martin Fowler in BBC soap EastEnders, the production tells a new story inspired by the hugely popular film franchise.

Bye plays James, alongside Hannah Sinclair Robinson as Lou, Jo Castleton as Etheline Cotgrave and Caroline Faber as Carolanne.

The story follows James and Lou as they move from Chicago to London in a bid to escape their past, only to discover that some things cannot be left behind.

Written by Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett, founder and artistic director of immersive theatre company Punchdrunk, the production promises an unsettling theatrical experience combining psychological horror, innovative staging and atmospheric sound effects.

Following its original run at Leeds Playhouse, the show enjoyed two engagements in London's West End before going on to tour North America, play in Toronto and enjoy a 20-week run on Broadway.

The original Paranormal Activity film was released by Paramount Pictures in 2009 and became a worldwide hit, grossing almost $200m and spawning a franchise of seven films.

The stage production has been praised by critics, with The Guardian describing it as "jaw-clenchingly, arm-clutchingly thrilling", while the Financial Times called it "a cracking ghost story so skilfully delivered that it might follow you home".

The production is recommended for audiences aged 15 and over.

Accessible performances include a British Sign Language performance on Wednesday, November 18, at 7.30pm, and an audio-described performance on Thursday, November 19, at 7.30pm, with a touch tour at 6.30pm.

Paranormal Activity runs at The Lowry from November 17 to 21.

For tickets and further information, visit The Lowry website.