Schoolchildren are being offered the chance to watch a free performance of this year's festive show at The Lowry and enjoy a Christmas dinner too.
The offer is aimed at Salford pupils aged eight to 16 who qualify for free school meals and performances are taking place on various dates.
The first - December 22 - has been reserved for those with a Little Hulton postcode and they will get free coach travel to the Salford Quays venue from Little Hulton precinct. Read more: The ultimate guide to Christmas events for kids in Manchester The other two dates, December 23 and 29, are for any other children across the city who benefit from free school meals.
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