Shows for Kids (London Reviews) (21)

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!
70 Reviews
Starts Nov 2024
London: Southwark

Scrooge, visited by Marley's ghost, warned of eternal damnation if he doesn't change.

92
Must See!
1K+ Reviews
Ends Mar 2025
London: West End

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

90
Excellent
2K+ Reviews
Ends Jun 2025
London: Victoria

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

89
Excellent
911 Reviews
Open run
London: West End

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

88
Excellent
192 Reviews
Ends May 2025
London: West End

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

85
Excellent
33 Reviews
Opens Nov 23
London: Holborn

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

Score it Buy from £20
69
Average
37 Reviews
Opens Nov 29
London: Southwark

Poet Laureate Simon Armitage's new adaptation of the classic Brothers Grimm fairy tale.

Score it Buy from £21
Unreviewed
Opens Nov 28
London: Wimbledon

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

Score it Buy from £14
Unreviewed
Opens Nov 20
London: Hammersmith

Raymond Briggs' festive children's book is brought to life for the Lyric stage.

Score it Buy from £10
Unreviewed
Opens Nov 22
London: West End

An adaptation of the best-selling book about a witch, her cat and their journey on a broomstick.

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Unreviewed
Opens Nov 23
London: Islington
The stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Lydia Monks’ children's book about a mermaid.
Score it Buy from £13
Unreviewed
Opens Nov 07
London: Wimbledon

The stage adaptation of David Walliams' children's book about a young girl & her awful auntie!

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Unreviewed
Opens Nov 23
London: Stratford

Discover Pinocchio's journey to become real with Geppetto and friends in this festive reimagining.

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Unreviewed
Starts Nov 2024
London: Hammersmith

Lyric Hammersmith's annual pantomime about a young street urchin who discovers a magical lamp containing a…

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Unreviewed
Starts Nov 2024
London: Kingston

Olivier Award winner Chris Bush pens Rose Theatre's 2024 Christmas show about the famed outlaw.

Score it Buy from £13
Unreviewed
Opens Dec 07
London: Richmond

Richmond Theatre's 2024 pantomime retelling the classic love story of Belle & the Beast.

Score it Buy from £15
Unreviewed
Opens Nov 22
London: Greenwich

Greenwich Theatre's pantomime about a boy who travels to London, believing the streets are paved with gold.

Score it Buy from £11
Unreviewed
Starts Dec 2024
London: Catford

Susie McKenna pens the Catford Theatre's pantomime about a young princess cursed by an evil fairy.

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Unreviewed
Opens Oct 15
London: Stratford

Olivier Award-winner Sally Cookson directs this award-winning play about the power of communication.

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Unreviewed
Opens Dec 07
London: Wimbledon

New Theatre Wimbledon's annual pantomime telling the classic fairytale of Jack who trades his cow for magic…

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Unreviewed
Opens Dec 02
London: West End

A heartwarming tale of friendship unfolds in a musical, puppet-filled adventure.