Family Friendly (London Reviews) (24)

It's never too early to ignite a love of theatre.

From magical musicals to heartwarming adventures, these shows are perfect for the young and the young at heart. Whether you’re planning a first theatre outing or looking for something the whole family will enjoy, this collection features productions that delight, entertain, and spark the imagination. Read reviews from fellow theatre lovers to find the perfect show for your next family day out.

99
Must See!
30 Reviews
Opens Nov 30
London: West End

Paddington Bear arrives in the West End in a new family musical from Tom Fletcher and Jessica Swale.

95
Must See!
879 Reviews
Open run
London: West End

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

92
Must See!
343 Reviews
Open run
London: West End

Mischief Theatre's new 1960s spy spoof arrives in the West End with bungled missions and comic misfires.

92
Must See!
3K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

A musical adaptation of the 1985 smash hit film - winner of the Best New Musical Olivier Award.

92
Must See!
1K+ Reviews
Ends Apr 2026
London: Wembley

Andrew Lloyd Webber's tale of a steam engine's race for love returns in an Olivier-winning revival.

92
Must See!
1K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

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

91
Must See!
118 Reviews
Ends Nov 22
London: Barbican

Toby Stephens stars as Hook in a five-week run with set design by Colin Richmond.

91
Must See!
75 Reviews
Ends Jan 10
London: Southwark

A Christmas Carol returns with music, merriment, and a heartwarming take on Dickens’ classic tale.

91
Must See!
177 Reviews
Ends Jul 2026
London: West End

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

90
Excellent
1K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

Olivier Award-winning comedy where everything goes wrong for the Cornley Polytechnic Drama Society!

90
Excellent
1K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

The eighth story in the Harry Potter series told in an epic 2-part play. Winner of 9 Olivier Awards.

90
Excellent
1K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

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

89
Excellent
2K+ Reviews
Open run
London: Victoria

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

89
Excellent
11 Reviews
Opens Nov 15
London: Hammersmith

The Lyric Hammersmith presents a panto about adventure-seeker Jack and an enchanted beanstalk. 

87
Excellent
1K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

Agatha Christie's mystery drama has been entertaining audiences for a record-breaking 70+ years. 

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84
Great
114 Reviews
Opens Nov 22
London: Holborn

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

84
Great
180 Reviews
Ends Jan 03
London: West End

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

80
Great
739 Reviews
Ends Jul 2026
London: West End

Disney’s Hercules arrives in the West End in a new musical from Alan Menken and Casey Nicholaw.

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77
Good
2 Reviews
Starts Feb 2026
London: Kingston

The stage adaptation of the bestselling children's novel about kindness & acceptance.

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Unreviewed
Opens Dec 18
London: Waterloo

Bluey and Bingo try every trick to get Dad off the bean bag in this live stage adaptation.

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100
Must See!
1 Review
Opens Dec 03
London: Whitechapel

The Olivier Award-nominated pantomime returns to London for another festive season.

93
Must See!
4 Reviews
Ends Jun 2026
London: Covent Garden

Frederick Ashton's countryside ballet with Osbert Lancaster’s designs and John Lanchbery's score.

74
Good
5 Reviews
Opens May 23
London: Wimbledon

A spirited orphan’s life changes when she’s whisked from hardship to hope in 1930s New York.

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58
Average
3 Reviews
Opens Nov 28
London: West End

The stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's children's picture book.