Share this article

There’s a Monster in Your Show is heading out on its fifth UK theatre tour in 2026.

The interactive adventure for young children is based on the ‘Who’s in Your Book?’ series by Tom Fletcher (Paddington The Musical, McFly).

The book was adapted into a stage show in 2023, and has toured around the UK ever since, seen by over 90,000 children and their families.

New tour dates for 2026 include Camberley, Manchester, Newcastle upon Tyne, Glasgow, Dundee, Fleetwood, Exeter, Boston, Norwich, Chelmsford, Tunbridge Wells, Lowestoft, Bedford, and London.

The high-energy 50-minute adventure features new music written by Tom Fletcher and Barrie Bignold.

In the show, a group of performers are preparing to start their show but quickly discover they are not alone on stage… Little Monster wants to be part of the fun too! With an invitation to his friends, Dragon, Alien and Unicorn to join him, you can expect comedy and chaos as they help to create a magical show, learning about the joy of books and friendship along the way.

There’s a Monster in Your Show is adapted for the stage by Zoe Bourn (Thomas & Friends, Fireman Sam), and directed by Miranda Larson (Little Baby Bum). Puppet direction is by Roman Stefanski, associate director at Polka Theatre (Sarah & Duck, Twirlywoos).

The wider creative team includes design by Laura McEwen (Oh, No George!, The Singing Mermaid) and puppets created by Keith Frederick (Twirlywoos, Jack V Giant). Katie Haygarth is Associate Director.

Tom Fletcher said in a statement: “It’s been an incredible journey watching There’s a Monster In Your Book come to life on stage and seeing the characters I dreamt up in my head bouncing around with so much energy and personality. Being part of the creative team has been a real joy and I’ve loved blending my passion for storytelling with live theatre. Back when we kicked things off in 2023, I never imagined we’d be heading out on a fourth national tour in 2026! It’s all thanks to the brilliant puppeteers, the magical puppets and the amazing families who keep coming back. For me, There’s a Monster in Your Show is the perfect first theatre experience for little ones. I know taking kids to the theatre can be a bit daunting – but this show is made with young families in mind. It’s completely interactive, noisy in all the best ways and children are encouraged to shout, sing, clap and dance their hearts out!”

Tom Fletcher’s other new projects include a major new West End musical stage adaptation of Paddington Bear, with Paddington The Musical coming to the Savoy Theatre in London from 1 November 2025.

The show is produced by Millennium Entertainment International.

There’s a Monster in Your Show – UK Tour 2026

31 March and 1 April – Camberley Theatre
2-4 April – Z-Arts, Manchester
11-12 April – Northern Stage
14-15 April – Citizens Glasgow
16-18 April – Dundee Rep
21-22 April – Marine Hall, Fleetwood
25-26 April – Exeter Northcott
29-30 April – Blackfriars Arts Centre, Boston
1-2 May – Norwich Playhouse
3-4 May – Chelmsford Theatre
6-7 May – Trinity Theatre, Tunbridge Wells
16-17 May – Marina Theatre, Lowestoft
22-24 May – Bedford Quarry
27-28 May – Arts Depot, London N12

Sign-up for news and booking alerts about these shows and more:
Main photo: There's a Monster in Your Show by Tom Fletcher to tour in 2026. Photo via PR

Related News

See all

Latest News

See all