Dot & the Kangaroo Jr

17 - 26 April 2025

Standard tickets on sale 10am Tuesday 28 January 2025

Presented by Hunter Drama

Young, rambunctious Dot longs for an adventure exploring everything the country has to offer. When she finds herself lost and afraid in the darkening Australian bush, Dot befriends a wise mother kangaroo who enlists the help of Australia’s favourite bush creatures to help Dot find her way back home.

A charming tale full of quirky Aussie-native characters, Dot & the Kangaroo Jr transforms the endearing story that transfixed generations past into a fresh, new adventure for generations to come.

Recommended for ages 3+

Running time 60 minutes, no interval. Running times are approximate and subject to change without notice. 
 

Hunter Drama 2025 Subscription

Purchase two or more of the following shows in one transaction and save up to $10 per ticket and enjoy other benefits.  

  • Dot & the Kangaroo Jr
  • Frozen Jr
  • The Lightning Thief: The Percy Jackson Musical
  • The Crucible
Find out more about Hunter Drama's 2025 Season here. 
 

Dates

  • Thursday 17 April 2025 7:00 pm
  • Friday 18 April 2025 7:00 pm
  • Saturday 19 April 2025 2:00 pm
    7:00 pm
  • Sunday 20 April 2025 7:00 pm
  • Wednesday 23 April 2025 7:00 pm
  • Thursday 24 April 2025 7:00 pm
  • Friday 25 April 2025 7:00 pm
  • Saturday 26 April 2025 2:00 pm
    7:00 pm

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Prices

  • Opening Night Standard $45
  • Standard $49
  • Concession $45
  • Hunter Drama 2025 Subscriber $39
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*Fees & charges may apply

Contact

  • Civic Theatre Ticket Office
  • 49291977

Venue

Playhouse
Civic Theatre
375 Hunter Street
Newcastle
2300

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