Space Hippo

Space Hippo

Earth is dying. Nothing can be done. Our only hope is to launch a hippo into space. Along the way she will encounter new worlds, strange alien creatures and end up at the centre of an intergalactic war. Hilarious, weird and epic science fiction from Japan, experienced through award-winning cinematic shadow puppetry. In Space Hippo, the performers project over two hundred handmade puppets onto a large screen to create a live analogue motion picture before your very eyes.


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Booking Info
  • 31st Aug
  • 1hr

  • Underbelly Boulevard
  • Prices from £13.00

Reviews

  • Surprisingly touching and beautifully executed

    - CBC
  • This is theatre at its best, magically conjuring truth from imaginatively conceived absurdity

    - ThreeWeeks

Event and Ticket Information

  • Access Info

    If a customer requires the assistance of a personal assistant or a carer to attend, the companion is eligible for a complimentary personal assistant ticket. Free companion tickets can be booked in person, by email or over the phone.

  • Groups Info

    10 tickets maximum per transaction on the website, please contact box office if you wish to purchase more than 10 tickets.

  • Age Recommendation

    8+

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