Childrens Theatre in London
A child's first visit to the theatre is something they will remember for a long time and there has never been a better time to get your child interested.
Theatre can be a great way for children to express themselves and perhaps discover a talent they may have for drama or singing and the best way to introduce them to the theatre is to take them to some shows.
London has a number of theatres that specilaise in shows for children offering reasonably priced tickets compared to their West End counterparts. They are extremely child friendly with some even offering Watch with Baby Shows.
As well as being a lot of fun, shows are designed to be a learning process for children and encourages them to explore and develop creatively. Shows are very interactive and some run supporting workshops either before or after.
Children Theatres are very community orientated and many offer drama workshops and classes as well as being involved with local schools, check their website for more information.
The following is a list of Childrens Theatres in London, plesae contact us if you know of any we may have missed and as always let us know how your visit went.
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Apollo Theatre
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W1D 7EZ |
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Arts Depot
The Arts Depot is a great place to introduce your kids to the arts. Providing visual and performance arts they host a number of childrens events throughout the year as well as playgroups for families aiming to integrate play and learning. For the old... |
N12 0GA |
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Barons Court Theatre
This pub theatre is situated in the cellar vaults below the Curtains Up Pub. A 60 seater theatre, with seats on three sides, this is an intimate space where you can stare the actors directly in the eye!Ron Phillips is the artistic director here, ... |
W14 9HR |
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Churchill Theatre Bromley
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BR1 1HA |
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Etch Community Theatre
A great performing arts club for kids that runs every Saturday. Running a number of workshops using drama, dance and singing to provide a stimulating environment where children can increase their confidence and communication skills as well as develop... |
SE3 9QG |
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Greenwich Theatre
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SE10 8ES |
Hackney Empire
The Hackney Empire was built in 1901 and was ahead of its time with electric lights, central heating and the in-built projection box. Chaplin and Stan Laurel each perfected their acts here before embarking on the big time.The Hackney Empire conti... |
E8 1EJ |
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Half Moon Young People's Theatre
Half Moon is a small theatre that makes a big impact. Based in Limehouse East London, we are dedicated to working with and for young people. Each year we have a season of professional theatre for family and young people. The shows are predominantly o... |
E1 0ND |
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Harrow Arts Centre
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HA5 4EA |
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Kazzum
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E2 6HG |
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LOST Theatre
LOST is a vibrant company that gives young local people the opportunity to get involved with theatre. We have a proven 30 year track record of developing young arts professionals talents and providing productions of artistic excellence at our brand n... |
SW8 2JU |
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Lyric Theatre Hammersmith
The Lyric describes itself as 'Beautiful theatre, cheap tickets, great pizza and a rooftop garden'. What could be better? |
W6 0QL |
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National Youth Music Theatre
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EC2A 3NW |
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New London Performing Arts Centre
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N10 3RD |
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New Wimbledon Theatre
A very popular theatre for touring productions to stop off at, and ALWAYS host to the annual pantomime. |
SW19 1QG |
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Ovalhouse Theatre
This theatre is known for working with young actors to help them progress in their careers - Pierce Brosnan and Tim Roth started out here |
SE11 5SW |
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Pleasance Islington
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N7 9EF |
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Polka Theatre
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SW19 1SB |
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Quicksilver Theatre
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NW1 3BF |
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Redbridge Drama Centre
We run programmes throughout the year packed with the best small scale professional productions. We have our own Youth Theatre and run workshopd through the year aimed at introducing kids to the theatre.There are Saturday workshops for ages 5 - 1... |
E18 2RB |
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Sadler's Wells
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EC1R |
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Soho Theatre Company Ltd
The Soho Theatre is bang in the heart of London and showcases theatre, comedy, cabaret and various events for writers. Kids shows are also on the theatre's agenda, where it's compact size works well.Soho Theatre welcomes over 100,000 visitors a y... |
W1D 3NE |
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The Colour House
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SW19 2RD |
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The Little Angel Theatre
The Little Angel Theatre in Islington was established by an enthusiastic group of puppeteers, under the leadership of John Wright. 'The Home of British Puppetry' was born with the first show on Saturday 24th November 1961.The 100-seat theatre... |
N1 2DN |
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The New Diorama Theatre
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NW1 3BF |
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The Pleasance Theatre Islington
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N7 9EF |
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The Puppet Theatre Barge
The Puppet Theatre Barge that opened in 1982 is unique. Described as 'one of London's more elusive treasures', it is an established 55-seat theatre with all modern facilities. Rich in atmosphere, it provides the ideal setting for the imaginative mari... |
W9 2PF |
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The Space
A community based theatre and performing arts centre that runs a number of events and workshops for young children throughout the year. All events are run in their own in house theatre that is located in a converted church on the Isle of Dogs. |
E14 3RS |
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The Tricycle Theatre
Community based theatre providing acces to the arts for familes and young children. We provide innovative and exciting activities that stimulate alternative avenues of self-expression for children and young people through a number of workshops, f... |
NW6 7JR |
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Theatre 503
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SW11 3BW |
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Theatre Peckham
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SE5 7SD |
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Theatre Royal Drury Lane
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WC2B 5JF |
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Theatre Royal Stratford East
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E15 1BN |
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Theatre Train
Greenwich Theatretrain provides Professional Training in Performing Arts for 6 - 18 year olds and all are welcome at their Dance, Drama and Singing Classes. We meet every Saturday 10am to 1pm We do not hold auditions to join and classes are very comp... |
SE3 7QR |
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Unicorn Theatre
The Unicorn is the UK's flagship theatre for young people. Our home is a purpose-built, state-of-the-art building, located on the south bank of the Thames, close to Tower Bridge and a short walk from London Bridge station.As well as creating our ... |
SE1 2HZ |
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Wyndham's Theatre
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WC2H 0DA |
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Young Vic
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SE1 8LZ |
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