London shows for Pre-schoolers

Age limits for West End shows for pre-school children, up to 4 years old.

London is buzzing with delightful performances perfect for pre‑schoolers this summer. Here’s a curated guide to the most enchanting shows currently running or soon to debut — designed to spark imaginations and create magical family moments.

Whether you’re treating little imaginations to puppets, sing-alongs, or adventures with a twist, London offers a magical array of shows to keep preschoolers engaged and delighted. Enjoy the show-stopping summer!

Also don’t forget to check shows on at the Little Angel Theatre in North London, and the Unicorn Theatre in South London.

These shows are suitable for children who are up to four years old.

A Midsummer Night's Dream

Shakespeare's Globe

Book tickets for A Midsummer Night’s Dream at Shakespeare’s Globe and experience Shakespeare’s most magical comedy under the open summer sky in 2026.

Booking to: 29 Aug 2026

Age restrictions: All Ages. All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

As You Like It

Shakespeare's Globe

Get tickets for As You Like It at Shakespeare’s Globe and experience Shakespeare’s joyful comedy of love, escape and self-discovery live in 2026.

Booking to: 25 Oct 2026

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Age restrictions: All Ages. All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Dinosaur World Live

Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre

Dinosaur World Live stampedes into Regent's Park Open Air Theatre this summer

Booking to: 6 Sep 2026

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Age restrictions: 3+

Hay Fever

Wyndham's Theatre

Noël Coward’s uproarious comedy returns starring Christine Baranski & Richard E Grant. Follow the eccentric Bliss family as mischief ensues in this beloved West End classic.

Starts: 22 Sep 2026
Booking to: 12 Dec 2026

Age restrictions: Children under the age of 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to a ticketholder who is at least 18 years old. Children under the age of 4 will not be admitted

Love’s Labour’s Lost

Shakespeare's Globe

Get tickets for Love’s Labour’s Lost at Shakespeare’s Globe and experience Shakespeare’s rarely staged comedy in a fiery, flamenco-inspired new production.

Booking to: 13 Sep 2026

Age restrictions: All Ages. All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Much Ado About Nothing

Shakespeare's Globe

Book tickets for Much Ado About Nothing at Shakespeare’s Globe and enjoy Shakespeare’s sharpest romantic comedy in a sun-soaked world of gossip, desire and second chances.

Booking to: 24 Oct 2026

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Age restrictions: All Ages. All under 16s must be accompanied by an adult.

Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!

Theatre Royal Haymarket

Peppa Pig is back in the West End with her brand new live show Peppa Pig's Big Family Show!

Starts: 4 Dec 2026
Booking to: 3 Jan 2027

Age restrictions: All Ages

Prehistoric Planet: Discovering Dinosaurs

Lightroom

Get Prehistoric Planet tickets – the immersive dinosaur experience at Lightroom, London.

Booking to: 1 Sep 2026

Age restrictions: Suitable for all ages

Room On The Broom

Lyric Theatre

From the creators of The Gruffalo comes the spellbinding adventure Room on the Broom, for children aged 3+.

Starts: 27 Nov 2026
Booking to: 3 Jan 2027

Age restrictions: 3+

Scrooge: Cirque Extravaganza

Immerse LDN

Watch Scrooge: Cirque Extravaganza at the Excel London, a Christmas classic reimagined with breathtaking artistry.

Starts: 23 Dec 2026
Booking to: 28 Dec 2026

Age restrictions: Suitable for ages 3+

Shamilton! The Improvised Hip-Hop Musical

The Other Palace

Book tickets for Shamilton! The Improvised Hip-Hop Musical at the Other Palace, where a brand-new show is made up on the spot every night.

Starts: 8 Sep 2026
Booking to: 20 Sep 2026

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Age restrictions:

Stick Man

Bloomsbury Theatre

Book Stick Man tickets for Bloomsbury Theatre in London. Julia Donaldson’s beloved family Christmas show returns from 3 December 2026 to 3 January 2027.

Starts: 3 Dec 2026
Booking to: 3 Jan 2027

Age restrictions: 3+

The Gruffalo

Lyric Theatre

Book official The Gruffalo tickets at the Lyric Theatre London. A monster 25th Anniversary summer season from 17 July – 6 September 2026. The perfect 55-minute West End musical for ages 3+!

Booking to: 6 Sep 2026

Age restrictions: Recommended 3+. All children over 18 months must have a paid ticket. Babes in arms comps to be issued to children under 18 months of age only at the venue on arrival

The Seven Deadly Sins and The Human Voice

Charing Cross Theatre

Book tickets to double bill The Seven Deadly Sins and The Human Voice at Charing Cross Theatre.

Starts: 10 Sep 2026
Booking to: 19 Sep 2026

Age restrictions:

The Shamrocks

Cambridge Theatre

Get tickets to the Shamrock Tenors at the Cambridge Theatre in London's West End

Starts: 19 Oct 2026
Booking to: 19 Oct 2026

Age restrictions: 4+

The Smartest Giant in Town

St Martin's Theatre

Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler's picture book The Smartest Giant in Town live on stage at the St Martin's Theatre London

Starts: 9 Dec 2026
Booking to: 3 Jan 2027

Age restrictions: The show is suitable for all ages. Babes in arms are allowed, and babies under 12 months sitting on an adult's lap do not need a ticket.