What's On for Primary Schools
What's on for Primary Schools
Tours
A one-hour tour led by our Engagement team, showcasing the history of Darlington Hippodrome with a chance to go on stage, and look behind the scenes. Cost: £50 per class.
- Mondays 10.30am-11.30am
- Tuesdays 2-3pm
- Wednesdays 10.30am-11.30am
If you would like an additional workshop or more time in the building for a particular project, this can be discussed on a bespoke basis.
Workplace Experience Tours
We offer bespoke tours for groups, focused on careers in an arts venue. Depending on availability, this can include a chance to use a lighting desk, talk to members of staff in different job roles, and find out about job opportunities. Cost: £50 per class.
Artsmark
If your school is planning to attain Artsmark status, Darlington Hippodrome (as an Artsmark Partner) can help you on your journey by offering cultural opportunities for students, CPD for staff, and introductions to other cultural organisations.
Upcoming Productions
To book any of these productions, please contact our Box Office on 01325 405405, or book online via each link.
The Smeds and the Smoos
Tuesday 11 - Wednesday 12 November
School rate: £10 tickets and one free teacher ticket every 10 sold.
Goldilocks and the Three Bears
School performances (December):
- Tue 9, 10:30 and 14:00
- Wed 10, 10:30 and 14:00
- Thu 11, 12:30
- Fri 12, 14:00
- Tue 16, 14:00
- Fri 19, 14:00
- Relaxed performance: Wed 17, 12:00
School rate: £13 tickets, and 11th ticket is complimentary.
Meet The Hatter
Wednesday 11 February 2026
School rate: £10 tickets and one free teacher ticket every 10 sold.
Tales From Acorn Wood
Wednesday 25 - Thursday 26 February (half term - great for Early Years settings running a holiday club!)
School rate: £11 tickets and one free teacher ticket every 10 sold.
Roald Dahl's The Enormous Crocodile
Thursday 16 - Sunday 19 April (Easter holidays - great for Early Years settings running a holiday club!)
If you would like to bring a group of young people to see a show that isn’t listed, at a discounted rate, please do let us know! We also offer group discounts for adults – so if you and your colleagues would like to come and see a show, just get in touch and we'll let you know what's available. You can view our latest brochure here.
More information
To book for any of the above shows, please contact the box office on 01325 405405 or email [email protected]. For more information on the education offer at Darlington Hippodrome, please contact Christopher Wellings, Audience Development and Participation Officer, [email protected], 01325 405510.