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.

96
Must See!
1K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

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

94
Must See!
3K+ Reviews
Ends Jan 2027
London: West End

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

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92
Must See!
347 Reviews
Opens Aug 01
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

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

91
Must See!
2K+ 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.

91
Must See!
341 Reviews
Ends Jul 27
London: West End

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

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91
Must See!
88 Reviews
Starts Nov 2026
London: Southwark

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

91
Must See!
5K+ Reviews
Open run
London: Victoria

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

90
Excellent
14 Reviews
Ends Sep 06
London: West End

Mouse's adventure through the deep, dark wood, encountering cunning creatures in search of hazelnuts.

90
Excellent
2K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

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

90
Excellent
2K+ Reviews
Open run
London: West End

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

90
Excellent
64 Reviews
Ends Sep 05
London: West End

A tea-loving tiger brings magic, mischief, and mayhem in this delightful family adventure.

89
Excellent
4K+ 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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85
Excellent
46 Reviews
Opens Dec 09
London: West End

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

85
Excellent
4K+ Reviews
Ends Sep 05
London: West End

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

81
Great
34 Reviews
Open run
London: Waterloo

An interactive family journey through Paddington’s London, Windsor Gardens, and Peru.

78
Good
80 Reviews
Ends Jul 19
London: Fitzrovia

A magical comedy of lovers, mischief, and transformation in an enchanted forest.

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72
Good
12 Reviews
Opens Dec 04
London: West End

Peppa & her family star in this new stage show adapted and directed by Richard Lewis.

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63
Average
10 Reviews
Opens Jul 30
London: Wimbledon

Live puppetry brings an original Joe Brumm story to the stage with music by Joff Bush.

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Unreviewed
Opens Jul 28
London: Wembley

Embark on an interactive adventure and meet lifelike dinosaurs up close in this family-friendly show.

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Unreviewed
Ends Aug 09
London: Wimbledon

Musical play with puppetry based on an award-winning children's book by Lizzy Stewart.

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Unreviewed
Opens Sep 29
London: Wimbledon

Musical by Cy Coleman, Michael Stewart and Mark Bramble about P.T. Barnum's life.

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Unreviewed
Opens Jul 30
London: Waterloo

Young comic makers turn their hero into a stage-musical where Dog Man fights crime — family-friendly fun with…

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Opens Jul 28
London: Hammersmith

A musical adaptation of Roald Dahl’s tale about a crocodile thwarted by the jungle’s creatures.