Kevin Lewis in 'Baby Show' at Unicorn Theatre
© Helen Murray | Kevin Lewis in 'Baby Show' at Unicorn Theatre
© Helen Murray

London theatre for toddlers and young children

Let a trained professional do the entertaining at these theatre shows for toddlers and little ones

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London's vibrant theatre scene is for all ages and even includes the odd show for babies; by the time your kids have become toddlers they'll find themselves spoilt for choice at venues like the Little Angel Theatre and the Unicorn Theatre, which regularly host shows aimed for ages three and up. 
If you're planning ahead for the school holidays, you can also check out top 10 children's theatre shows this half-term and our 101 things to do in London with kids

Theatre for young children

  • Children's
  • White City

What is it? A touch of magic at Westfield Shepherd’s Bush with this official immersive CBeebies theatre adventure for ages zero to six featuring contributions from a host of beloved characters from the pre-school network, ranging from Mr Tumble to Bluey herself. 

Where is it? Westfield Shopping Centre.

  • Children's
  • Little Venice

What is it? Part of the repertoire of the unique Puppet Theatre Barge for well over a decade now, this summer marks the return of this puppet-powered version of Aesop's fable, which follows the fast hare and the slow tortoise in a race. Directed by Stan Middleton with a poetic adaptation by Ben Oppedijk, it’s aimed at everyone aged 3 and up.

Where is it? Puppet Theatre Barge.

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  • Children's
  • Wimbledon

What is it? Two aspiring builders are determined to get the job done. There’s only one slight problem: they’ve never built anything before. You can join in too in this interactive building adventure for ages two to five with a play and build session included.

Where is it? Polka Theatre.

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  • Children's
  • Islington

What is it? A return for the Little Angel’s well-worn stage adaptation of Julia Donaldson's 'The Paper Dolls', about a little girl who cuts out a string of paper dolls and takes them on an adventure. There’s a reason it’s lasted so long: London's premiere puppet theatre bring it beautifully to life. Ages 3-7.

Where is it? Little Angel Theatre.

  • Children's
  • Little Venice

What is it? Rod puppets, music and songs in a story adapted from one of Aesop's Fables about the adventures of two very different cousins who visit each other, discovering new places and meeting new people along the way. Age 3-8.

Where is it? Puppet Theatre Barge.

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