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Kids and Family Shows in London

Give your family and kids the gift of live theatre and see their faces light up as they live and breathe the vivid drama, spectacular acting, singing and dancing. We sell low cost tickets for everything from all-time family favourites that have been running continually for years to brand new shows, comedies, fantasies, celebrity-studded musicals, special children's shows, dance, ballet and classical music performances. There's nothing quite like live entertainment. Whatever your choice, and whatever the occasion, your kids will love visiting one of the West End's beautiful theatres for a big night out.

Wicked

Apollo Victoria Theatre

4.7 5959 reviews 4.7 5959 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (93%) Teenagers (88%) Couples (87%) Theatregoers (89%) i

Now in the 10th longest-running West End stage production in British history, Wicked is the multi-award winning musical based on the 1995 Gregory Maguire novel, Wicked: The Life and Times of the Wicked Witch of the West. Dubbed Best Musical of the Decade by Entertainment Weekly, Wicked continues to be one of the West End's most popular family musicals.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 31 May 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Oliver!

Gielgud Theatre

4.9 213 reviews 4.9 213 reviews Tickets from £23.00
Anyone (92%) i

Lionel Burt's timeless musical Oliver! is making a triumphant return to the West End this Winter. Bringing Dickens’ classic tale and its unforgettable songs back to life, audiences can look forward to a fresh revival of this timeless story from Cameron Mackintosh and Matthew Bourne. It'll leave you asking for more!

  • Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. interval.
  • Starring: Simon Lipkin
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Cosi Fan Tutte tickets Opens 6 Feb 2026 Opens 6 February 2026 Cosi Fan Tutte

Cosi Fan Tutte

London Coliseum

4.5 4 reviews 4.5 4 reviews Tickets from £14.00
Anyone (100%) i

Mozart's classic Italian comedy about swapped fiancees and the games we play in love is transported to Coney Island in the 1950s. Phelim McDermot's revival of Cosi Fan Tutte is a rollercoaster of fun, flair, and wit, told through a sparkling score full of unforgettable melodies.

  • Opens: Friday, 6 February 2026
    Booking until: Saturday, 21 February 2026
  • Running time: 3hr 10min. Incl. 1 Interval.
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Matilda The Musical

Cambridge Theatre

4.7 1356 reviews 4.7 1356 reviews Tickets from £24.00
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Matilda The Musical takes audiences of all ages on an unforgettable journey filled with laughter, heart, and the inspiring tale of a courageous little girl with extraordinary powers. The show has won over 100 international awards since it opened in London in 2011.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 24 May 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 Intermission.
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The Snowman tickets Opens 22 Nov 2025 Opens 22 November 2025 The Snowman

The Snowman

Peacock Theatre

4.7 47 reviews 4.7 47 reviews Tickets from £18.00
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Back for its 28th year, this enchanting stage adaptation of the beloved picture book by Raymond Briggs returns to the London stage with the heartwarming story of the friendship between a young boy and the snowman he wishes to life. Full of valuable lessons about friendship and imagination, packed with unforgettable songs like the beloved ‘Walking in the Air', this is the perfect holiday musical for children and adults alike.

  • Opens: Saturday, 22 November 2025
    Booking until: Sunday, 4 January 2026
  • Running time: 1hr 50min. Incl. 1 interval.
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The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall tickets Opens 29 Dec 2025 Opens 29 December 2025 The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall

The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall

Royal Albert Hall

4.5 6 reviews 4.5 6 reviews Tickets from £31.00
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It’s not Christmas without The Nutcracker! And in 2024 we are overjoyed to announce the return of Birmingham Royal Ballet’s festive favourite to the Royal Albert Hall. This enchanting production, featuring Tchaikovsky’s glorious score, is a sparkling festive treat for the whole family.
  • Opens: Monday, 29 December 2025
    Booking until: Wednesday, 31 December 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 50min. Incl. 2 intervals.
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The Lion King

Lyceum Theatre

4.8 7523 reviews 4.8 7523 reviews Tickets from £39.00
Families (98%) Teenagers (90%) Couples (90%) Theatregoers (90%) i

Disney's The Lion King is an unparalleled West End theatrical experience, bringing the enchanting world of the African savannah to the stage in a mesmerising spectacle for all ages. Adapted from the 1994 animation film, The Lion King has been selling out to audiences for over two decades.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Mamma Mia!

Novello Theatre

4.8 5116 reviews 4.8 5116 reviews Tickets from £18.00
Families (94%) Teenagers (92%) Couples (94%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Now celebrating its 25th year in the West End, Mamma Mia! is an irresistible musical set to ABBA's timeless hits. The show contains 23 of the biggest ABBA hits, including unforgettable hits like "Dancing Queen", "Waterloo" and the title song "Mamma Mia".

  • Booking until: Saturday, 26 September 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Elf the Musical tickets Opens 28 Oct 2025 Opens 28 October 2025 Elf the Musical

Elf the Musical

Aldwych Theatre

4.6 249 reviews 4.6 249 reviews Tickets from £48.00
Families (98%) i

Full of magical special effects, joyful musical numbers, laugh-out-loud comedy, and dazzling sets, Elf: The Musical returns to the West End as part of a UK-wide tour just in time for Christmas. Join Buddy, the human raised as an elf, as he journeys to the Big Apple to search for his roots. This heart-warming holiday classic is sure to leave the whole family enchanted.

  • Opens: Tuesday, 28 October 2025
    Booking until: Saturday, 3 January 2026
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Annie tickets Opens 23 May 2026 Opens 23 May 2026 Annie

Annie

New Wimbledon Theatre

4.5 57 reviews 4.5 57 reviews
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The much loved and heartwarming story of courageous orphan Annie and her search for family and home returns to the UK in this sparkling revival of the hit Broadway classic. Featuring all the characters you love (and love to hate), like Daddy Warbucks, Miss Hannigan, and of course, Annie herself, and songs you grew up hearing, like 'Tomorrow' and 'It’s the Hard Knock Life', Annie has enchanted generations of audiences for years.

  • Opens: Saturday, 23 May 2026
    Booking until: Saturday, 30 May 2026
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OVO - Cirque du Soleil tickets Opens 9 Jan 2026 Opens 9 January 2026 OVO - Cirque du Soleil

OVO - Cirque du Soleil

Royal Albert Hall

4.9 9 reviews 4.9 9 reviews Tickets from £60.00
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The circus is back in town with this buzzing, colourful adventure as OVO Cirque du Soleil returns to the Royal Albert Hall. The story of a mysterious egg and the love between a ladybug and a fly is told through a series of thrilling, mind-boggling acrobatics, and a visually stunning set and costume design that immerses you right into the wondrous world of its insect characters. Come be amazed at the myriad of tricks and effects blended into the magic of storytelling.

  • Opens: Friday, 9 January 2026
    Booking until: Sunday, 1 February 2026
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Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

Empress Museum

4.8 261 reviews 4.8 261 reviews Tickets from £42.00
Families (97%) Teenagers (92%) Couples (92%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Loosely based on the 2017 movie everyone loves, Come Alive! - The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular is a new London attraction situated in a purpose-built big top. With the finest in musical theatre and extraordinary circus skills, this is one for all the family to enjoy!

  • Booking until: Sunday, 27 September 2026
  • Running time: 1hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Back to The Future the Musical

Adelphi Theatre

4.8 1426 reviews 4.8 1426 reviews Tickets from £23.00
Families (96%) Teenagers (93%) Couples (92%) Theatregoers (92%) i

Love the Back To The Future movie made popular in the 1980s? See it on the stage in a spectacular award-winning stage musical with a book by Bob Gale, and a musical score by the Emmy and Grammy Award-winning Alex Silvestri and six-time Grammy Award-winner Glen Ballard in the heart of the West End.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 12 April 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Beauty and the Beast tickets Opens 21 Nov 2025 Opens 21 November 2025 Beauty and the Beast

Beauty and the Beast

Charing Cross Theatre

4.8 101 reviews 4.8 101 reviews Tickets from £27.00
Families (95%) Teenagers (90%) Couples (88%) Theatregoers (90%) i

Beauty and the Beast: A Horny Love Story brings a raunchy, outrageously funny, and unabashedly queer take on the classic love story, in which mama's boy Bertie attempts to charm a foul-tempered beast in a castle badly in need of a makeover. The award-winning He's Behind You! team returns with this witty, camp, and bombastic adult panto packed with original songs.

  • Opens: Friday, 21 November 2025
    Booking until: Sunday, 11 January 2026
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Starlight Express

Troubadour Theatre - Wembley

4.8 175 reviews 4.8 175 reviews Tickets from £29.50
Families (97%) Teenagers (89%) Couples (90%) Theatregoers (91%) i

Andrew Lloyd Webber's legendary musical is back in London for the first time in 40 years! Starlight Express is one of the most thrilling live shows with its unique combination of roller-skating stunts and high-energy performances. Its imaginative story of train engines with distinct personalities captivates audiences of all ages.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 19 April 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min interval.
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ABBA Voyage

Abba Arena

4.9 831 reviews 4.9 831 reviews Tickets from £48.00
Anyone (93%) i

Step into the world of ABBA like never before with ABBA Voyage, a revolutionary blend of live performance and cutting-edge technology. Described as 'ground-breaking' by Metro, ABBA Voyage is one of the most popular immersive experiences London has to offer.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 1 March 2026
  • Running time: 1hr 40min. No interval.
  • Playing at: Abba Arena
  • Booking until: Sunday, 1 March 2026
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My Neighbour Totoro

Gillian Lynne Theatre

4.9 53 reviews 4.9 53 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (98%) Teenagers (85%) i

After having a triumphant run at the Barbican Theatre, My Neighbour Totoro transfers to the West End. Delivering a plethora of vibrant visuals, jaw-dropping puppetry and delightful characters, this production takes audiences on a magical journey into the wonders of childhood imagination and the beauty of friendship.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 29 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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MJ the Musical

Prince Edward Theatre

4.8 1472 reviews 4.8 1472 reviews Tickets from £20.00
Families (91%) Teenagers (92%) Couples (93%) Theatregoers (94%) i

The 10-time Tony Award-winning Broadway musical is now in the West End! Stacked with classic Jackson chart toppers, MJ The Musical will allow audiences to experience the magic and unparalleled talent and influence of one of the most popular entertainers of all time!

  • Booking until: Saturday, 28 February 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. interval.
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Disney's Hercules Musical

Theatre Royal Drury Lane

4.7 80 reviews 4.7 80 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (93%) i

Disney’s Hercules is brought to life on the West End stage in an exciting new musical adaptation, inspired by the beloved animated film and rooted in ancient Greek mythology. With its larger-than-life energy, humour, and heart, this spectacular show is sure to win over gods and mortals alike.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 28 March 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 10min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Ballet Shoes tickets Opens 17 Nov 2025 Opens 17 November 2025 Ballet Shoes

Ballet Shoes

Olivier Theatre (National Theatre)

4.8 5 reviews 4.8 5 reviews Tickets from £42.00
Anyone (100%) i

Noel Streatfeild's beloved story about three orphaned sisters pursuing their dreams returns to the National Theatre following a critically acclaimed run in 2024. Hailed as "a superlative adaptation that never puts a foot wrong" (Evening Standard), this enchanting production is the perfect family treat.

  • Opens: Monday, 17 November 2025
    Booking until: Saturday, 21 February 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 Interval
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The Gathered Leaves

Park Theatre

4.2 5 reviews 4.2 5 reviews Tickets from £47.00
Anyone (100%) i

The Gathered Leaves, Andrew Keatley’s drama about a chaotic family reunion over an Easter weekend, returns to the Park Theatre ten years after its sold out run, directed by Olivier Award-winning Adrian Noble.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 20 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 Interval.
  • Playing at: Park Theatre
  • Booking until: Saturday, 20 September 2025
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Love live theatre with London's best family shows

Humans have loved storytelling since time began and live theatre is the best way to enjoy it, the most immediate, intimate, and absorbing. The storytellers are right in front of your eyes in real life and you’re surrounded by an audience of hundreds or even thousands of people on the exact same wavelength, sharing the joy. No wonder so many people flock to family shows, a treat for everyone whatever their age.

The West End itself is an experience to remember: the bright lights and happy crowds, the stunning theatre facades, the bustle and shops, bars and eateries. Add an award winning stage production to the mix and it’s hard to beat for thrills, all right in the heart of London. Some of the best family shows have been on stage for decades, appealing to families visiting the West End from around the world.

Marvel at stage magic so eye-boggling the kids will never forget it. Catch a brand new show that broke box office records in the USA, or see a family drama with a powerful message that makes you think. Maybe a family comedy show is on the cards. Bring the family along to see an uplifting family production like The Lion King. Or how about MJ the Musical, Disney's Hercules Musical or ABBA Voyage?

Family and Kids Frequently Asked Questions

Are theatre shows a good activity for children?

Theatre is a fun and educational activity for children of all ages. Adaptations of classic books such as The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe can be a great way for children to be immersed into works while or after reading them. Child-friendly shows for young children are an excellent way to introduce them to theatre, and older children will also enjoy the storytelling and immersiveness of traditional plays and musicals, making this the perfect activity to do as a family.

Is there a lower age limit for family-friendly plays?

Most London theatres do not admit children under the age of 3-5 years old, though certain productions are specifically designed for babies and toddler-aged children. Always check the show’s page for age restrictions and recommendations.

Are there any interactive children’s shows?

Many family-friendly shows include interactive elements, with sing-alongs, audience participation, and immersive storytelling, which may be most appealing for toddler-aged children.

Are there shows based on children’s books or films?

Yes. Many of the most popular family-friendly shows in London are adaptations of beloved children’s books (Matilda: The Musical, Paddington: The Musical), Disney films (The Lion King, Hercules), or cartoon characters (Peppa Pig’s Big Family Show, CoComelon Singalong).

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