Theatre on the lawn - The Adventures of Dr Dolittle
Illyria present 'The Adventures of Dr Dolittle' adapted by Oliver Gray from the books by Hugh Lofting.
- Booking essential
Doctor Dolittle leads a simple life as the village doctor in sleepy Puddleby-On-The-Marsh. He often undercharges his patients, or even treats them for free, so he is terribly poor. But one day, with the help of his wise old parrot Polynesia, he makes an extraordinary discovery: that he can talk to animals. As news of his talent as an animal doctor spreads, animals across the world send messages asking for his help. So he borrows a leaky old ship and embarks on a thrilling quest to cure illness, spread kindness, and better understand animals everywhere. He is joined on his adventures by a loyal animal crew: Jip (a dog), Chee-Chee (a monkey), Dab Dab (a duck), and Gub Gub (an ever-hungry, cake-loving pig) – who together may even help him fix his money problems once and for all!
Hugh Lofting’s timeless classic celebrates the power of empathy and inspires audiences young and old to see the world through the eyes of animals. This funny, exciting new family musical is performed with flair and wit by Illyria in the great outdoors.
Times
Prices
| Ticket type | Ticket category |
|---|---|
| Adult full price (concessions available) | £16.00 |
| Child under 18 | £11.00 |
The basics
- Booking details
Call 01805 624624 To book tickets please visit the Plough Arts Centre website or contact their Booking office.
- Meeting point
Enter the garden via the biomass boiler house gate and follow the signs.
- What to bring and wear
This is an outdoor event. Please check the weather forecast before attending. The performance will not be cancelled if it rains.
- Accessibility
The venue has level access, adjacent parking and accessible toilet facilities. For specific access information please call the box office on 01805 624624 or take a look at the access statement on the Castle Drogo website.
- Other
Performances continue regardless of the weather. Be prepared. There are no indoor alternatives in case of bad weather. In the event of electrical storm, or high winds the event will be cancelled. The following may be useful: A torch, insect repellent, an umbrella (or sunshade!)
Upcoming events
Nursery Corridor Exhibition
The Nursery Corridor will be open for you to explore, with displays about recently acquired collection items and the conservation that we do here at Castle Drogo.
Join in with the Summer of Play
There’s lots of fun to be had this summer at Castle Drogo as we turn back the clock to the 1924 Paris Games.
Waggy Walk at Castle Drogo
Join us for a sociable dog walk in the Teign Gorge and wider Castle Drogo Estate.
Fun Thursdays
Build a boat with us this summer and take part in our 1924 Paris games sailing race.