The Hullabaloo
Darlington, County Durham
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Theatre Hullabaloo is a pioneering organisation that makes, tours & promotes theatre for young audiences, aged 0 – 16 years old, because we believe that they are the most important audience of all.
Parking/Public Transport
Although The Hullabaloo does not have a car park there are short and long stay off street car parks close by to the venue. There's also 2hr parking bays on the local side streets.
Suggested Time
half a day
Ticket Options
Pre-book only
Other Info
Situated on Borough Road, adjacent to Darlington Hippodrome, it is a special venue for children and families and an exciting place to play and learn. At The Hullabaloo, you will find world-class theatre made specially for children including brilliant shows for babies and toddlers; free Creative Play storytelling, family events and much more. Our venue is relaxed, informal and accessible. We have a family-friendly café, story corner and an outdoor space to play in. We are accessed on ground level and have wheelchair spaces in our theatre and Creative Play. You can leave your prams in our secure buggy park.
We're a welcoming and unique venue created especially for families!
"Everybody there is a sheer delight so much so my grandson is besotted with the place. Seriously this is a first class place to bring the little uns. A joy to see their imagination run wild"
We are the only specialist children's theatre north of London
Children are at the heart at everything we do and we believe creativity should be part of everyone's childhood. Come along to The Hullabaloo to experience world-class theatre and top notch creative activities. As well as a brilliant range of shows we create unique play experiences that often available for children and grown-ups to play in for free.
Children are at the heart of everything we do!
We host sensory creative play installations, arts and crafts, wonderful theatre shows and so much more! We programme theatre shows for ages 0+, meaning there truly is something for everyone here at The Hullabaloo! We love presenting so much more than shows, meaning you could spend a whole day out with us, engaging in all we have to offer. The Hullabaloo also has a cafè space which is bright, warm and welcoming, so you can stop for a drink and a snack after playing!
Facilities
Toilets
Accessible Toilets
Baby Changing
Food Available
Wheelchair Friendly
Pushchair Friendly
Card Payments Accepted
Opening Times
- Monday, 10:00 - 14:00
- Tuesday, 10:00 - 14:00
- Wednesday, 10:00 - 14:00
- Thursday, 10:00 - 14:00
- Friday, 10:00 - 14:00
- Saturday, 10:00 - 14:00
- Sunday, 10:00 - 14:00
Monday: 10:00 - 14:00
Tuesday: 10:00 - 14:00
Wednesday: 10:00 - 14:00
Thursday: 10:00 - 14:00
Friday: 10:00 - 14:00
Saturday: 10:00 - 14:00
Pricing & Tickets
- Child (0-12) : Free
- Adult (17-18+) : Free
We offer free participation acivities such as creative play and crafts, and our shows are accessibly priced, from £5-£10 depending on the show!
Book in advance for cheapest tickets
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Plan Your Visit
Typical visit time 2 - 3 hours
Suitable for Kids and Adults too
Food & Drink Options
We have a cafè, which is run by Darlington Hippodrome where you can get hot and cold drinks, sandwiches, cakes and scones.
FAQs
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Tickets & Bookings
Private Hire & Birthday Parties
Contact Details
Borough Rd, Darlington DL1 1SG, UK
Darlington
County Durham
DL1 1SG
England
Tel: 01325405405
Visit WebsiteTransport Information
We are a 6 minute walk from Darlington Train station, and local bus route 2 goes right outside our door! Or it's a short 5 minute walk into town centre for other local bus routes
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