Shows for Kids (London Reviews) (66)

London theatre shows fit children!

From Disney classics like 'The Lion King', to stage adaptations of beloved children's books by David Walliams, theatre for children is a popular choice for families looking to head into London's theatreland.
Let Show-Score's community of avid theatre fans tell you the best London theatre shows for kids! Read London Theatre reviews from our members and their picks for the best children's theatre shows running in London right now!

92
Must See!
13 Reviews
Ends Dec 30
London: Holborn

Raymond Briggs' beloved book about a little boy and a magical snowman is adapted for the stage.

91
Must See!
76 Reviews
Ends Mar 2024
London: Barbican

The RSC's six-time Olivier Award-winning stage adaptation of the hit fantasy movie.

91
Must See!
40 Reviews
Ends Jan 06
London: Southwark

Christopher Eccleston leads in The Old Vic's annual production of Dickens's classic Christmas tale.

90
Excellent
725 Reviews
Open run
London: West End

Disney's 1994 animated film is brought to life in an award-winning theatrical experience.

90
Excellent
955 Reviews
Open run
London: West End

Disney's magical stage adaptation of the hit 2013 animated movie.

89
Excellent
1K+ Reviews
Open run
London: Victoria

Stephen Schwartz's long-running hit musical about the untold story of the Witches of Oz. 

86
Excellent
509 Reviews
Open run
London: West End

A magical stage adaptation of Roald Dahl's popular children's book. Winner of 7 Olivier Awards.

85
Excellent
14 Reviews
Ends Jan 27
London: Waterloo

The world premiere of a musical adaptation of Roald Dahl's dark fantasy novel.

85
Excellent
60 Reviews
Ends Dec 18
London: West End

Olivier Award-winning comedy group stage a brand new improvised musical every night!

85
Excellent
2 Reviews
Ends Jan 06
London: Stratford
Theatre Royal Stratford East's annual pantomime about cheeky lad Jack and a magical beanstalk. 
82
Great
101 Reviews
Ends Jan 06
London: West End

The Christmas musical based on the hit 2003 movie returns to the West End.

63
Middling
72 Reviews
Ends Jan 07
London: Waterloo

The world premiere of this interactive family-friendly Christmas experience. 

Score it Buy from £13
61
Middling
66 Reviews
Opens Jun 22
London: Wimbledon

The UK tour of Zinnie Harris' adaptation of the beloved children's story with music by Douglas Hodge.

60
Middling
1 Review
Ends Jan 06
London: Hammersmith

Award-winning writer & composer Vikki Stone pens this rags-to-riches panto.

57
Middling
3 Reviews
Ends Dec 31
London: Hackney

Clive Rowe directs & stars in the Hackney Empire's annual panto.

100
Must See!
1 Review
Ends Jan 07
London: Greenwich

Greenwich Theatre's Christmas pantomime telling the beloved story of Snow White.

100
Must See!
1 Review
Ends Dec 31
London: West End

Peppa Pig & friends take to the stage in this family-friendly show about a fun day out!

Score it Buy from £23
90
Excellent
1 Review
Opens Jul 19
London: Hammersmith

The UK tour of the Olivier Award nominated musical based on the hit 2001 movie.

Score it Buy from £11
82
Great
1 Review
Opens Jan 20
London: London Bridge

A new children's musical by Olivier award-winning composers Stiles and Drewe.

Score it Buy from £57
79
Good
9 Reviews
Opens Dec 14
London: West End

English National Ballet's acclaimed production of a festive favourite.

Unreviewed
Ends Dec 31
London: London Bridge

Julian Clary's joyful Christmas show about an ordinary couple with an extraordinary secret.

Unreviewed
Ends Dec 31
London: Hornchurch

A new version of this classic pantomime about a poor boy who travels to London to make his fortune.

Unreviewed
Ends Jan 14
London: Wimbledon

The famous poem takes centre stage as young Amber finds herself in a thrilling Christmas adventure!

Unreviewed
Ends Dec 08
London: Wimbledon

The Dickens Theatre Company's mishap-laden take on Dickens' Christmas classic.