Looking for London shows for families? Whether you're after theatre for toddlers, performances for older children or family-friendly musicals, these magical kids’ shows will enchant and delight young audience members.
Dodie Smith's beloved 1956 novel The Hundred and One Dalmatians comes to life with music, song and a pack of puppy puppets. Well-known thanks to Disney's adaptation, it tells the story of a family who live in a house in the Outer Circle of Regent's Park with beloved Dalmatians that become the target of villainous Cruella d Vil.
Best for ages 7+
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My hat is gone. I want it back... Jon Klanssen's picture book series silliness to delight toddlers and droll, dark humour to make the grown ups snigger. This stage adaptation at Islinto uses cardboard puppets to bring the pictures to life on a captivating scale. At just 35 minutes, the show is a great introduction to theatre, for even the shortest attention spans.
For ages 3 - 5
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Stepping on to a boat is exciting enough, but seeing a puppet show in a small but perfectly formed theatre inside the boat is a total treat for all ages. The Puppet Barge stages family-friendly shows in its 50-person auditorium. This summer, classic fable The Hare and the Tortoise will teach us all to take our time. Visit the barge at either Little Venice (until 3 Jul) or Richmond (16 Jul - 14 Aug).
Best for ages 3+
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Sophie and her mummy have a surprise visitor and he is very, very, very hungry. This stage adaptation of Judith Kerr's beloved story of an impromptu tea party with a tiger returns to the London stage for a new generation of toddlers. Singing, dancing and colourful puppetry and set design combine to capture all the magic of the picture book.
Best for ages 3+
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Inspired by A Midsummer Night's Dream, this irreverent family show will introduce young audiences to the silliness and fun at the heart of Shakespeare's comedies. Join Nick Bottom and his troupe of actors at the premiere of their masterful play. But as everything starts to go wrong, it's up to you - the audience - to step in a save the show. With plenty of silliness and mayhem, this meta theatrical adventure encourages children to get involved and laugh along.
Best for ages 5+
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There's nothing like a Disney stage show to deliver maximum magic and sing-along family fun. Be our guest as Beauty and the Beast comes to the Palladium for a short summer stint. Twenty-eight years since the show's Broadway debut, the original creative team reunite to bring the romance back to life.
Best for ages 6+
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Inspire children to connect with nature with Marvin's adventures in the parks around his London home. Armed with brand new binoculars, he goes searching for creepy crawlies and creatures. But when Marvin loses his binoculars and must face the stern park warden, he learns about prejudice and friendship.
For ages 6 - 11
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Improvisation, slapstick humour, shadowy illusions and original music combine in an inventive production of Pinocchio to delight children aged 5 to 11. See Pinocchio carved, painted, then brought to life to become the son Geppetto longs for. The charm of this production comes from the traditional wooden puppets and the imaginative ways they are animated.
For ages 5 - 11
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This new comic fairytale teaches children about what it means to be yourself. There's a pirate who longs to be a princess, while the princes wants to be a pirate. Meanwhile, the platypus is happy in their own skin. Prepare for an epic adventure and an important message about self-discovery and self-acceptance. We recommend making a day of it and exploring the exploring the fabulous cafe and indoor and outdoor play areas at the newly-revamped Polka Theatre.
Best for ages 5+
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