Newby Hall are hosting their very own performance of The Adventures of Doctor Dolittle as part of the annual Ripon Theatre Festival.
The production is produced by outdoor theatre company Illyria and will take place on Saturday 6th July at around 5:30pm.
Based on Hugh Lofting’s classic children’s literature character, the performance will tell the story of Doctor Dolittle who leads a simple life as a village doctor.
But one day, with the help of his wise old parrot Polynesia, he makes an extraordinary discovery: that he can talk to animals!
The performance is suitable for children aged 5 and up and has a running time of approximately 1 hour and 50 minutes including a 20 minute interval.
Dogs are prohibited from entering.
Visitors are welcome to bring their own picnic, rugs and folding chairs.
Event details:
- Admission from 5pm; starts at 5.30pm
- Individual ticket price: £11.00 – £17.00
- Group ticket price: £50.00
Tickets include access to Newby’s award-winning gardens from 1pm on the day of the performance and can be bought here.

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