Around the World in 80 Days announced as this year's Lancaster Play in the Park

The Around the World in 80 Days hot air balloon at the Ashton Memorial!

Around the World in 80 Days will be this year's outdoor walkabout theatre play in Lancaster's Williamson Park.

The Dukes has officially announced that the classic tale of Phileas Fogg racing against the clock to travel the world will be performed in the park from July 21 to August 27.

The show will be adapted by Andrew Pollard (writer of last year's show, The Jungle Book) and directed by Sarah Punshon who also directed last year's event.

The Dukes is promising an adventure of a lifetime introducing audiences to all of the sights, sounds, smells, food and cultures of the people around the world.

Expect trains, boats, elephants and balloons for an epic whirlwind adventure for the whole family.

Recently a hot air balloon was seen flying near the Ashton Memorial and now the mystery is solved - this was part of the promotion for Around the World in 80 Days!

“The Dukes will be transporting audiences around the world in Williamson Park from July to the end of August, with an amazing creative and technical team and electrifying cast all working together to make this incredible show happen," said Karen O'Neill, director of The Dukes.

"We are so pleased to be back in the park working with the team there and Lancaster City Council on this annual family highlight.

"This is a journey not to be missed so grab your tickets and join us on a marvellous adventure.”

The Dukes will also be hosting their first food festival, Around the World in 80 Bites, which will take place on Friday June 2. Tickets will be available for purchase from the Dukes box office or the Dukes website.

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