# Event Details

- **Event Name**: The War of the Worlds (An abridged reading)
- **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm (+01:00)
- **Event Description**: “This isn’t a war… It never was a war, any more than there’s war between men and ants.” H.G. Wells 1898

Step into the heart of one of the most iconic sci-fi stories ever written as H.G. Wells’ The War of the Worlds is reimagined in a gripping solo performance by Gav Cross. This reading, delivered in the bare bones intimate style of a Victorian parlour performance, thrusts audiences into the terror and urgency of a world in chaos, consumed by the unstoppable force of a Martian invasion.

Blending the power of a Victorian reading with the immediacy of live performance, Gav Cross brings Wells’ chilling tale to life, honouring the storytelling traditions of the past while capturing the relentless dread and desperation of humanity’s struggle to survive. At its core, this production is a haunting reflection on war, fear, and the suffering of innocents, themes as urgent today as when the novel was first published.

Suitable for ages 12+
This event is hosted in the Front Room at Burnley Mechanics.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/burnley/the-war-of-the-worlds-an-abridged-reading/200030752736544
- **Event Categories**: sports, storytelling
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 1

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Burnley
- **state**: EN
- **country**: United Kingdom
- **location**: Burnley Mechanics Theatre
- **lat**: 53.787762444179
- **long**: -2.2442983211951
- **full address**: Burnley Mechanics Theatre, Burnley Mechanics Theatre, Manchester Road,Burnley, Lancashire, United Kingdom

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is The War of the Worlds (An abridged reading) being held?
  - **A:** The War of the Worlds (An abridged reading) takes place on Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm to Wed, 21 Oct, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Burnley Mechanics Theatre, Burnley Mechanics Theatre, Manchester Road,Burnley, Lancashire, United Kingdom.
- **Q**: Who is organizing The War of the Worlds (An abridged reading)?
  - **A:** The War of the Worlds (An abridged reading) is organized by Spot On Lancashire.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** The War of the Worlds (An abridged reading) is ideal for sports fans, athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and anyone who loves the thrill of live competitive action and the energy of a crowd. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Burnley, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If The War of the Worlds (An abridged reading) sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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