Curious Creatures

Learn about how animals evolved, how their amazing adaptations help them survive in the wild, and how animals can help us learn more about ourselves. After all, we’re all related if you go back far enough!

Animals are amazing! There are big ones, little ones, scaly ones, furry ones, friendly ones and scary ones! There are over 8 million different species of animal on earth today and in this show we're going to meet all of them! (Ok, not all of them, but quite a few).

Welcome to the ‘Curious Creatures’ wildlife park, established by Jeremiah Johnson: world-renowned explorer, zoologist and animal collector. Nobody knows more about animals than him.

Unfortunately, Jeremiah Johnson is currently lost somewhere in the jungles of Africa, so he has handed the running of the park over to his inexperienced nephew Craig… and things don’t quite go as planned.

Learn about how animals evolved, how their amazing adaptations help them survive in the wild, and how animals can help us learn more about ourselves. After all, we’re all related if you go back far enough!

Using puppets, comedy, slapstick and live music - plus lots of amazing natural history facts - Squashbox Theatre will uncover the mysteries of the animal kingdom.

Suitable children aged 5+ and their families

(No animals were harmed in the making of this show. But several puppets were mildly traumatised.)

FAQ

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Catering

Why not pre-order one of the following food options with your tickets? You will be able to collect your freshly prepared order when you arrive at the Markeaton Park Craft Village from The Orangery Café. Orders can be ordered up to 5 days before the performance. Hot and cold drinks and a limited food selection will be available to purchase during the performance.

Pizza Platter £10.50
11” margherita or pepperoni pizza, garlic bread and chunky chips.

Outdoor Tea £10.50
Tea or coffee, a meat or vegetarian sandwich selection and 2 slices
of cake. Suitable for 2 people.

Let us know of any dietary requirements when booking.

A selection of wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks.

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