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Dear Zoo the timeless children’s classic book returns to the stage!

See our characters write to the Zoo. Who will be delivered? A cheeky monkey, a jumpy frog and of course a perfect puppy.

Help your children learn as the book leaps onto the stage and share a magical experience as the story unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction.

Rod Campbell’s best-selling lift the flap book has delighted generations of young readers since it was first published in 1982. And has sold more than 8 million copies worldwide.

This production will delight all those who have read the book (both young and old) as it unfolds with child-engaging puppets, music and lots of audience interaction.

Join us to see what the zoo has sent: the perfect pet – in the end!

Price

Tickets from £18

Prices and discounts subject to change

Age guidance

2+ - Babes in arms (under 18 months) welcome free of charge, but please call to book in advance

Where?

Patrick Studio

Performances

Performances

Mon 5 Apr — Sun 11 Apr
Discounts & Concessions

Concessions

We offer a range of discounts and concessions to enable everyone to enjoy an affordable visit to Birmingham Hippodrome.

Friends

Best Available tickets £14.50, on all Fri, Sat & Sun performances.

Family Offer

4 tickets for £65 on Fri, Sat & Sun performances.
Must have at least 1 child in the party. Discount will apply when all 4 tickets are added to the basket. Select ‘Family Offer’ when choosing your seats.

Groups 

Groups 8+ £14.50 per ticket on all Fri, Sat & Sun performances.

Click here to complete our Groups Enquiry Form or call our dedicated Group Sales Team on 0121 689 3010

For further information on Group Bookings, click here

Concessions for Patrons with disabilities

£5 off standard price tickets in all seating areas.
2 for 1 for disabled patrons who require the service/support of a companion (excluding Thu 8 Apr, 1.30pm).

Click here for more information on our Assisted Performances

Student, Passport to Leisure and Postcode Standby

24 hours prior to a performance, best available seats for £14.50, maximum 2 per booker, subject to availability on Fri, Sat & Sun performances.

Click here for further information on our Standby Rate and our On the Day Postcode Scheme for Birmingham residents living in B6, B9, B10, B11 and B21

Terms and Conditions

Discounts and Concessions are offered subject to availability at the discretion of the Information and Sales Manager. Top three price bands only, unless otherwise stated. Restrictions may apply. Only one discount per ticket may apply, unless otherwise stated. Offers are non retrospective and cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Valid ID must be presented where applicable. Additional discounts may be offered from time to time.

Food & Drink

The Coffee Bar

Our Coffee Bar is open before the show and during the interval for hot and cold drinks, snacks or a quick and tasty bite to eat.

The Kiosks

You’ll find kiosks in the foyers selling a range of confectionery, Marshfield ice creams (which can also be pre-ordered) and chilled soft drinks as well as the current show programme.

Accessible Performances

We strive to provide access for all

For dates of our relaxed performance, please see below. These vary from show to show.

If you would like to book for any accessible performance, please make sure you are signed up to our access registration scheme here. Once registered, you will be able to book seats online, see only relevant seats and information based on your needs – plus choose any relevant discounts. If you would prefer not to book online, you can speak to our friendly access advisors on 0121 689 1060.

  • Relaxed Performances: Thu 21 May, 10.30am & 1pm

What is a relaxed performance?

A Relaxed Performance is an adjusted version of the show where sensory aspects such as bright lights and loud noises are reduced, delivered in an environment ‘where it is acceptable to move around, make noise, and behave in non-normative ways’. These performances are an important means for disabled people and people with sensory sensitivities, including but not exclusive to people with learning disabilities, autistic people, and people with other neurodivergent conditions, to experience the arts in an inclusive environment

Concessions for patrons with disabilities

£5 off standard price tickets in all seating areas.
2 for 1 for disabled patrons who require the service/support of a companion.
Limited availability.

Further information

Information about our access registration scheme here
About our accessible performances here
About our accessible facilities here
About our relaxed performances here

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