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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 tickets Wicked

Wicked

Apollo Victoria Theatre

4.7 5789 reviews 4.7 5789 reviews Tickets from £27.00
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, 4 January 2026
  • Running time: 2hr 45min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Matilda The Musical tickets Matilda The Musical

Matilda The Musical

Cambridge Theatre

4.7 1203 reviews 4.7 1203 reviews Tickets from £24.00
Families (97%) i

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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Slava's Snowshow tickets Slava's Snowshow

Slava's Snowshow

Harold Pinter Theatre

4.3 12 reviews 4.3 12 reviews Tickets from £25.00
Families (92%) i

The awe-inspiring, Olivier and Tony Award-winning family extravaganza, Slava's SnowShow heads into the West End following a seven-year hiatus across the festive season. Vyacheslav Ivanovich ‘Slava’ Polunin’s clowning masterpiece delivers an unforgettable spectacle.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 12 January 2025
  • Running time: 1hr 40min. Incl. 1 Interval.
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Room On The Broom tickets Room On The Broom

Room On The Broom

Lyric Theatre

4.3 31 reviews 4.3 31 reviews Tickets from £12.00
Families (94%) i

Jump on board a delightful journey this Winter with the musical adaptation of Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's Room on the Broom. Brought to the stage by acclaimed theatre company Tall Stories, this show is packed with enchanting puppetry, sing-along songs and a hilarious fun, making it the perfect family treat.

  • Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
  • Running time: 1hr.
  • Playing at: Lyric Theatre
  • Booking until: Sunday, 5 January 2025
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The Snowman tickets The Snowman

The Snowman

Peacock Theatre

4.7 44 reviews 4.7 44 reviews Tickets from £25.00
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Feel the enchantment of Christmas with The Snowman, live on stage! Embark on a heartwarming journey filled with captivating music, as beloved characters come to life in a show the whole family will adore. This timeless story will warm your heart this festive season.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 4 January 2025
  • Running time: 1hr 50min. Incl. 1 interval.
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The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall tickets Opens 29 Dec 2024 Opens 29 December 2024 The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall

The Nutcracker - Royal Albert Hall

Royal Albert Hall

4.8 4 reviews 4.8 4 reviews Tickets from £52.00
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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: Sunday, 29 December 2024
    Booking until: Tuesday, 31 December 2024
  • Running time: 2hr 5min. Incl. 1 interval.
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The Lion King tickets The Lion King

The Lion King

Lyceum Theatre

4.8 7003 reviews 4.8 7003 reviews Tickets from £45.75
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, 26 October 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe tickets Opens 20 Aug 2025 Opens 20 August 2025 The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe

The Lion, The Witch and the Wardrobe

Sadlers Wells

4.6 73 reviews 4.6 73 reviews Tickets from £18.00
Families (95%) i

Step into the enchanting world of Narnia and witness the epic battle of good versus evil in the spectacular stage adaptation of The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe. This critically acclaimed production returns to London as part of a UK tour, bringing C.S. Lewis’s beloved classic to life with stunning visuals and unforgettable performances.

  • Opens: Wednesday, 20 August 2025
    Booking until: Sunday, 7 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 10min. Incl. 20min interval.
  • Playing at: Sadlers Wells
  • Booking until: Sunday, 7 September 2025
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Mamma Mia! tickets Mamma Mia!

Mamma Mia!

Novello Theatre

4.8 4827 reviews 4.8 4827 reviews Tickets from £15.00
Families (94%) Teenagers (93%) Couples (94%) Theatregoers (93%) 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, 27 September 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 35min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular tickets Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular

Empress Museum

4.8 36 reviews 4.8 36 reviews Tickets from £54.00
Families (97%) Teenagers (86%) Couples (89%) 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, 21 September 2025
  • Running time: 1hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Back to The Future the Musical tickets Back to The Future the Musical

Back to The Future the Musical

Adelphi Theatre

4.8 1092 reviews 4.8 1092 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, 27 July 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical tickets Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical

Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical

Shaftesbury Theatre

4.8 328 reviews 4.8 328 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (97%) Teenagers (89%) Couples (89%) Theatregoers (89%) i

Delighting people for generations in a film that featured the beloved Robin Williams, Mrs Doubtfire has smoothly transitioned into a musical for all ages. The musical adaptation celebrates the timeless themes of family, love, and self-discovery whilst also mantaining a homage to the beloved film.

  • Booking until: Saturday, 26 April 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Starlight Express tickets Starlight Express

Starlight Express

Troubadour Theatre - Wembley

4.6 53 reviews 4.6 53 reviews Tickets from £29.50
Families (94%) Teenagers (87%) Couples (89%) Theatregoers (89%) 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, 26 October 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 30min. Incl. 15min interval.
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ABBA Voyage tickets ABBA Voyage

ABBA Voyage

Abba Arena

4.9 510 reviews 4.9 510 reviews Tickets from £66.00
Anyone (94%) 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: Monday, 27 October 2025
  • Running time: 1hr 40min. No interval.
  • Playing at: Abba Arena
  • Booking until: Monday, 27 October 2025
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My Neighbour Totoro tickets Opens 1 Mar 2025 Opens 1 March 2025 My Neighbour Totoro

My Neighbour Totoro

Gillian Lynne Theatre

4.9 21 reviews 4.9 21 reviews Tickets from £30.00
Families (95%) Teenagers (86%) Couples (86%) Theatregoers (90%) 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.

  • Opens: Saturday, 1 March 2025
    Booking until: Sunday, 2 November 2025
  • Running time: 2hr 40min. Incl. 1 interval.
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Love live theatre with the 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 favourites 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 Wicked, ABBA Voyage or Come Alive! The Greatest Showman Circus Spectacular?

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