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World Exclusive! Featuring the Voice of David Walliams; The 'First Hippo on the Moon at the Royal Hippodrome, Eastbourne

Royal Hippodrome Theatre, Eastbourne

Premiere performance

17th December - 7th January

Suitable for 0-16 years

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Not to be missed - a treat of an event. This production will be full of colour and spectacle with creative input from David Walliams himself, Number One bestselling author.  Brought to life on stage by “Les Petits”, the highly acclaimed Theatre company responsible for “Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs” comes this explosively funny space adventure for the whole family. The first hippo (well two actually) at the Royal Hippodrome, as well as the First Hippo on the Moon! 

  • Two big hippos. One ENORMOUS dream. 
  • Who can make it to the moon first?
  • Full of colour and spectacle!
  • Plus a pre-show ice cream!
  • Brought to life on stage by the highly acclaimed "Les Petits", also responsible for 'Captain Flinn and the Pirate Dinosaurs'.
  • The premiere run of shows before the start of its UK Tour and West End run later in 2017.
  • Only an hour in length so ideal for all; from pre-schoolers to David Walliams book lovers.

Performance Dates & Times:

  • Saturday 17th December: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Sunday 18th December: 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Thursday 22nd December: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Friday 23rd December: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Saturday 24th November: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Monday 26th December: 11am 
  • Tuesday 27th December: 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Wednesday 28th December: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Thursday 29th December: 11am, 2pm 
  • Saturday 17th December: 11am, 2pm 
  • Friday 30th December: 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Saturday 31st December: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Saturday 1st January: 2pm, 4:30pm 
  • Monday 2nd January: 11am, 2pm 
  • Saturday 7th January: 11am, 2pm, 4:30pm
Dates and Prices
  • £13.50 for Child Ticket (under 16)+ 1 Ice Cream, up 26% off
  • £15 for Adult Ticket + 1 Ice Cream, up to 27% off
  • £49 for Family Ticket (2 Adults + 2 Children) + 4 Ice Creams, up to 29% off
  • Pre-show ice cream and booking fee included in ticket price
Need to Know
  • The show features the voice of David Walliams. He does not appear in person.
  • Limited Availability
  • Seating is allocated by the theatre according to Best Available seat at the time of purchase
  • Only valid for the performance for which you have purchased
  • Please print out your e-Ticket and present it at the Box Office half an hour before the performance
  • You will receive your e-Ticket via email once you have purchased
  • Non-refundable
Plan your Visit

Address and Contact Info

Royal Hippodrome Theatre
108-112 Seaside Rd
Eastbourne
BN21 3PF

Nearest Station: Eastbourne Station
Nearest Park: Devonshire Center
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