Manchester Theatre News & Reviews
In Conversation with SARAH PALMER discussing The Koala Who Could

We chatted to Sarah Palmer about the family show, The Koala Who Could. The show is coming to Lowry, Salford on Tue 8 - Sun 13 April 2025. Karen Ryder asks the questions.
Based on the bestselling picture book about taking a chance
An empowering and chuckle-out-loud story about embracing change — whether we like it or not.
Join Kevin, King of the staying-still-kings, and his friends the wombats, roos, and dingos as they learn that “life can be great when you try something new".
Based on the multi-million copy selling book by Rachel Bright & Jim Field published by Hachette Children’s Group, this brand-new adaptation for stage is directed by Emma Earle (Oi Frog & Friends), with music and lyrics by Eamonn O’Dwyer (The Lion Inside).
‘Fabulous rhymes, I’m in love with Kevin.’ - Claudia Winkleman
WINNER of the Sainsbury’s Book Award and the Evening Standard Oscar’s Book Prize