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  • Venue St Martin's Theatre, London
  • Performance dates Booking to 12 April 2026
  • Running time 1 hour (no interval)
  • Age guidelines 3+

The family musical Midnight in the Toyshop played at St Martin’s Theatre in London from 7 to 12 April 2026 as part of a limited Easter run.

Visitors searching for Midnight in the Toyshop tickets in London should note that the latest run has now finished. The production may return for future holiday seasons.

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This magical family musical is packed with catchy songs, dazzling choreography and heart-warming storytelling, bringing a toyshop to life as the clock strikes midnight.

Produced by Perform Productions, the team behind Jungle Rumble and Magical Merlin, the show follows a group of toys fighting to save their home from being replaced by a high-tech AI experience.

Featuring characters including Belle Ballerina, Rebel Racer and Grumble the Dinosaur, the story celebrates friendship, imagination and the magic of play.

This fun new family musical is packed full of adventure, featuring catchy songs, dazzling dances and heart-warming storytelling.

What is Midnight in the Toyshop about?

Midnight in the Toyshop is a magical, family-friendly adventure set in a whimsical toyshop where everything comes to life when the clock strikes midnight.

When tech entrepreneur Peyton Pixel threatens to tear down the shop and replace it with a high-tech AI experience centre, the toys refuse to go quietly. Determined to save their home, they set out to prove that real children still love real toys.

Led by the spirited Belle Ballerina, the energetic Rebel Racer, and the courageously cake-powered Grumble the Dinosaur, this unlikely team embarks on an epic journey filled with fun, friendship, and heart.

But can they outsmart Peyton and save the toyshop before daybreak?

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Performance Information

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Stars and Creatives

Who is in the cast of Midnight in the Toyshop?

Starring:

  • Tom Griffiths as Magical Man/Sergeant Snap/Peyton Pixel
  • Darren Hart as Grumble
  • Joshua LeClair as Stardust
  • Reece Kerridge as Astro/Borebot/Swing
  • Joy Brenugat as Belle Ballerina
  • Michelina DeVeas as Rebel Racer
  • Sophie Ladds as Diamond/Mrs Tuppence
  • Chloe Way as Snuggles/Borebot/Swing 

Who are the creative team of Midnight in the Toyshop?

  • Written and directed by Will Barnett
  • Design by Libby Watson
  • Choreography by Hollie Duncan
  • Musical direction by Annemarie Lewis Thomas
  • Lighting design by Mark Dymmock
  • Sound design by Tom Marshall
  • Associate sound design by Paul Allen
  • Costume supervisor Caroline Hannam
  • Production manager Felix Davies
  • Produced by Lucy Quick – co-founders of Perform Productions

Important Notes

Notes: All Ages. Babes in arms are allowed for this production, babes under 12 months sitting on an adults lap do not need a ticket. All other patrons do need a ticket for entry.

Content Warnings: Contains smoke and haze.

Venue Information

St Martin's Theatre , West Street, London, WC2H 9NZ

Nearest Tube or Train: Leicester Square (Northern line, Piccadilly line)

Nearest Buses: 14,19, 22, 24, 29, 38, 40, 176

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Frequently Asked Questions

Midnight in the Toyshop is playing at the St Martin's Theatre in London
The running time of Midnight in the Toyshop is 1 hour (no interval)
The age recommendations for Midnight in the Toyshop are: 3+
Yes, Midnight in the Toyshop has matinee performances on the following days: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday
No, sorry, Midnight in the Toyshop has now completed its run and is no longer on sale.