What's On For Secondary Schools
What's on for Secondary 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
We have a wide variety of shows coming up, any of which would be an excellent opportunity to bring a Drama or Theatre Studies group for a live performance opportunity.
To book any of these productions, please contact our Box Office on 01325 405405, or book online via each link.
Little Women
Tuesday 30 September - Saturday 4 October 2025
School rate £22 per ticket for groups of 10 or more, and every 11th ticket booked is complimentary. Limited number of school tickets available.
London Symphonic Rock Orchestra
Wednesday 15 October 2025
School rate £25, upper circle over.
English Touring Opera | Britten: The Rape of Lucretia
Friday 17 October 2025
School rate £12 tickets, and every 11th ticket booked is complimentary.
English Touring Opera | Donizetti: The Elixir of Love
Saturday 18 October 2025
School rate £12 tickets, and every 11th ticket booked is complimentary.
The Signalman
Tuesday 4 - Saturday 8 November 2025
School rate £15.50 tickets, and every 11th ticket booked is complimentary.
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.
The Woman in Black
Tuesday 6 - Saturday 10 January 2026.
School rate £22 per ticket for groups of 10 or more, and every 11th ticket booked is complimentary. Limited number of school tickets available.
Varna International Ballet
The Nutcracker - Monday 26 January 2026
Cinderella - Tuesday 27 January 2026
Ellen Kent's Farewell Opera Tour
Carmen - Monday 2 February 2026
Revision On Tour: MacBeth
Friday 6 February 2026
School rate £10 per ticket for groups of 10+ plus free teacher ticket for every 10 booked.
The Lightning Thief
Tuesday 10 - Saturday 14 March 2026
School rate £12 per ticket and every 11th ticket booked is complimentary.
Sonia Sabri Company - Roshni
Wednesday 24 June 2026
Under 18s £5 off
SIX The Musical
Tuesday 13 - Saturday 17 October 2026
ONE FOR THE TEACHERS!
Mrs Smith - 1,2,3, Eyes On Me
Saturday 28 March 2026
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.