{"id":1841,"date":"2026-03-17T12:10:00","date_gmt":"2026-03-17T12:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/events.loopla.com\/?p=1841"},"modified":"2026-03-18T10:43:49","modified_gmt":"2026-03-18T10:43:49","slug":"london-musicals-for-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-musicals-for-kids","title":{"rendered":"Best children&#8217;s musicals in London: Family friendly West End fun for 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>It\u2019s a great time to introduce your kid to the musical magic on offer in London.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The West End is booming, setting a new box office record last year. Tickets are great value, with real-term prices having <a href=\"https:\/\/uktheatre.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/2\/2025\/05\/SOLTUKT-State-Of-British-Theatre.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fallen<\/a> since 2019. And most exciting of all, 2026 will welcome some exciting new shows like Broadway\u2019s massive hit Beetlejuice! this summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As for right now, London is brimming with wonderful family friendly musicals to choose from. To help you find the perfect fit for your kid, we rounded up our favourites below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"top-10-musicals-in-london\"><strong>London\u2019s best kid-friendly musicals in spring 2026<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/london\/paddington-the-musical\">Paddington The Musical<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"652\" height=\"456\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Paddington-the-Musical.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-7903\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Paddington-the-Musical.jpg 652w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Paddington-the-Musical-300x210.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 652px) 100vw, 652px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a335.50: <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/london\/paddington-the-musical\">Paddington The Musical<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A rather wonderful musical adventure has begun in London\u2019s West End.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Bringing one of Britain\u2019s best-loved characters to life on stage, Paddington The Musical is jam-packed with irresistible songs, dazzling choreography \u2013 and of course, marmalade sandwiches.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates: <\/strong>Till 30 May 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages: <\/strong>6 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Savoy Theatre, WC2R<br><br><strong>Prices: <\/strong>Tickets from \u00a328<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/london\/paddington-the-musical\">Book from \u00a328<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/disneys-hercules-the-musical\">Hercules the Musical<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"&#039;I Won&#039;t Say (I&#039;m in Love)&#039; from Disney&#039;s Hercules in London&#039;s West End\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iXeQmgkDhJk?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a335.50: <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/disneys-hercules-the-musical\">Hercules the Musical<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Based on the Disney film, this musical is a zero-to-hero journey set in Ancient Greece. Can Hercules go the distance and defeat Hades? Kids get to enjoy plenty of wisecracks and catchy tunes while finding out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates: <\/strong>Till 5 Sep 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages: <\/strong>6 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Drury Lane, WC2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices: <\/strong>Tickets from \u00a335.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/disneys-hercules-the-musical\">Book from \u00a335.50<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"4-matilda-the-musical\"><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lw-theatres\/matilda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>Matilda the musical<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/loopla-events\/2024\/09\/8b4fc1f5-matilda-2-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in London with Teens\" class=\"wp-image-4219\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8b4fc1f5-matilda-2-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8b4fc1f5-matilda-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8b4fc1f5-matilda-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8b4fc1f5-matilda-2-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8b4fc1f5-matilda-2-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8b4fc1f5-matilda-2.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a324:&nbsp;<a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lw-theatres\/matilda\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Matilda the musical<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Matilda, the musical, is based on the beloved children\u2019s novel of the same name. It tells the story of Matilda Wormwood, a courageous young girl with unique abilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>She uses her talent to deal with an unloving family and a mean headmistress to forge her own destiny.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates: <\/strong>Till 17 Jan 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages: <\/strong>6 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Cambridge Theatre, WC2<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices: <\/strong>Tickets from \u00a324<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lw-theatres\/matilda\">Book from \u00a324<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"2-disneys-the-lion-king\"><strong><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/lion-king\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">The Lion King<\/a> musical<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/loopla-events\/2024\/09\/908e24da-lion-king-2-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in London with Teens\" class=\"wp-image-4214\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/908e24da-lion-king-2-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/908e24da-lion-king-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/908e24da-lion-king-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/908e24da-lion-king-2-550x309.jpg 550w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/908e24da-lion-king-2-800x450.jpg 800w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/908e24da-lion-king-2.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a339:&nbsp;<a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/lion-king\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>Disney&#8217;s The Lion King<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Lion King\u2019s live singing takes the iconic Disney songs to a whole new level of wonder and awe. Together with the stunning costumes and props that mimic the animals of the savanna very realistically, it creates a magical atmosphere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Till 16 Dec 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 6 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Lyceum Theatre, WC2E<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a339<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/lion-king\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a339<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"5-wicked\"><strong><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lt\/wicked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\">Wicked<\/a> the musical<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lt\/wicked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/loopla-events\/2024\/08\/ee1d5ad1-wicked-2-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"The best theatre shows for kids in London\" class=\"wp-image-3352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ee1d5ad1-wicked-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ee1d5ad1-wicked-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ee1d5ad1-wicked-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ee1d5ad1-wicked-2-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ee1d5ad1-wicked-2-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/ee1d5ad1-wicked-2.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a328.25:&nbsp;<a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lt\/wicked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>Wicked<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Wicked is an award-winning musical that tells the surprising untold story of the wicked witch from The Wizard of Oz.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The catchy, uplifting songs will have young ones humming along. But the special effects are the biggest surprise, with life-size props adding to the drama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Till 30 May 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 7 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Apollo Victoria Theatre, W1D<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> From \u00a328.25<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lt\/wicked\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a328.25<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"6-mamma-mia\"><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/mammamia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>MAMMA MIA!<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"MAMMA MIA! | West End Trailer\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/iYVhg0PMbDc?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a318:&nbsp;<a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/mammamia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>Mamma Mia<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Mamma Mia! is a feel-good tale that follows the story of a bride-to-be looking for her real father on an idyllic Greek island.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We love the upbeat, iconic ABBA songs, and the heartwarming story about love and family. However, be mindful that the cast makes some revealing body gestures during the show. So it might not be suitable for younger children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates: <\/strong>Till 26 Sep 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 5 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Novello Theatre, WC2B<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a318<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/mammamia\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a318<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"8-back-to-the-future-the-musical\"><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/back-to-the-future\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>Back to the Future the Musical<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/back-to-the-future\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/loopla-events\/2024\/09\/8319cc05-back-to-the-future-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Things to do in London with Teens\" class=\"wp-image-4212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8319cc05-back-to-the-future-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8319cc05-back-to-the-future-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8319cc05-back-to-the-future-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8319cc05-back-to-the-future-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8319cc05-back-to-the-future-800x534.jpg 800w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/8319cc05-back-to-the-future.jpg 1400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a323: <a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/back-to-the-future\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>Back to the Future<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Back to the Future the Musical is an adaptation of the 1985 sci-fi classic of the same name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow Marty and Doc Brown as they travel through time to correct the course of history and save the McFly family. The fast-paced, emotional acting brings the audience to the edge of their seats from start to finish.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note that younger viewers may not appreciate the humour. This one is more likely to appeal to tweens and teens.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates: <\/strong>Till 12 Apr 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 6 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Adelphi Theatre, WC2R<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a323<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/back-to-the-future\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Book from \u00a323<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"9-six\"><a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/six\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>SIX<\/strong><\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/six\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"837\" height=\"547\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/loopla-events\/2024\/05\/383ae5d0-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.39.44.png\" alt=\"Six the musical\" class=\"wp-image-4588\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/383ae5d0-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.39.44.png 837w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/383ae5d0-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.39.44-300x196.png 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/383ae5d0-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.39.44-768x502.png 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/383ae5d0-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.39.44-550x359.png 550w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/383ae5d0-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.39.44-800x523.png 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 837px) 100vw, 837px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a340:&nbsp;<a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/six\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>SIX<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This vibrant and upbeat musical isn\u2019t your usual period drama.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set in the context of a pop concert, Henry VIII\u2019s wives come together to share their unique stories and personalities. The goal? To secure the position of leader in their girl group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates: <\/strong>Till 31 Jan 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 10 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Vaudeville Theatre, WC2R<br><br><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a340<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lovetheatre\/six\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a340<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lw\/showstoppers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" title=\"\">Showstopper! The Improvised Musical<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"997\" height=\"719\" src=\"https:\/\/storage.googleapis.com\/loopla-events\/2024\/05\/e0ccdc47-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.43.48.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-4589\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/e0ccdc47-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.43.48.png 997w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/e0ccdc47-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.43.48-300x216.png 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/e0ccdc47-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.43.48-768x554.png 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/e0ccdc47-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.43.48-550x397.png 550w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/e0ccdc47-screenshot-2024-10-09-at-13.43.48-800x577.png 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 997px) 100vw, 997px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a322: <a title=\"\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lw\/showstoppers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\"><strong>Showstopper! The Improvised Musical<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Showstopper the Improvised Musical is a great one for older kids. It\u2019s a comedy show that uses cues from the audience to create a totally unique performance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The story centres on a musical writer working to a tight deadline, who is in dire need of an imaginative audience. From your suggestions for setting, musical styles, and title, the talented performers create a hilarious tale with show-stopping dance numbers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you and your family love musicals, Showstopper the Improvised Musical is a great chance to see numbers from your favourite shows reimagined on stage \u2013 whether that\u2019s Les Mis, Chicago or The Wizard of Oz!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates: <\/strong>Mon 30 Mar + 20 Apr<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages: <\/strong>12 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Cambridge Theatre, WC2<br><br><strong>Prices: <\/strong>Tickets from \u00a322<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/lw\/showstoppers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a322<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Starlight Express<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a333: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovetheatre.com\/shows\/starlight-express-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Starlight Express<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Andrew Lloyd Webber\u2018s Starlight Express is playing in the specially designed Starlight Auditorium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s the perfect way to see this classic musical, where a child\u2019s train set magically comes to life. As engines race to become the fastest in the world, can Rusty the steam train pull off a shock win?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates: <\/strong>Till 3 May 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages: <\/strong>3 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where: <\/strong>Troubadour Wembley Park Theatre, HA9<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices: <\/strong>Tickets from \u00a333<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lovetheatre.com\/shows\/starlight-express-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a333<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovetheatre.com\/shows\/hamilton-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hamilton<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/699c0b32-hamilton-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Best Theatre Shows for Teens in London\" class=\"wp-image-4957\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/699c0b32-hamilton-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/699c0b32-hamilton-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/699c0b32-hamilton-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/699c0b32-hamilton-550x367.jpg 550w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/699c0b32-hamilton-800x533.jpg 800w, https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/699c0b32-hamilton.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a324: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lovetheatre.com\/shows\/hamilton-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Hamilton<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hamilton tells the story of Alexander Hamilton, the immigrant who became one of America\u2019s founding fathers. It does so through a blend of hip-hop, jazz, R&amp;B and Broadway so electrifying that it earned a record-breaking 16 Tony award nominations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This family-friendly production has huge energy, sharp writing and unforgettable songs. For kids aged 10 and up, it\u2019s one of the most exciting shows in London\u2019s West End.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Till 13 Mar 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 10 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Victoria Palace Theatre, SW1E<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a324<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.lovetheatre.com\/shows\/hamilton-tickets\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a324<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/gielgud-theatre\/oliver\">Oliver!<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a324: <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/gielgud-theatre\/oliver\">Oliver!<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Oliver! Is a retelling of Dickens\u2019 classic story, with a sensational score and memorable characters like Oliver, Fagin and the Artful Dodger.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is a brilliant choice for a family musical, packed with famous songs, strong performances and plenty of spectacle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Till 14 Mar 2027<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 6 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> Gielgud Theatre, W1D<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a324<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/gielgud-theatre\/oliver\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a324<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/perform\/midnight-in-the-toyshop-theatre\/31048\">Midnight in the Toyshop<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a317.50: <a href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/perform\/midnight-in-the-toyshop-theatre\/31048\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/perform\/midnight-in-the-toyshop-theatre\/31048\">Midnight in the Toyshop<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Midnight in the Toyshop is a magical family musical in which the toys in a toyshop spring to life and go on an adventure to save their home. With catchy songs, lively dancing and a warm message about friendship and imagination, it looks like a joyful Easter holiday theatre treat for younger children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> 7 Apr &#8211; 12 Apr 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 3 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> St Martin\u2019s Theatre, WC2H<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a317.50<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/business\/perform\/midnight-in-the-toyshop-theatre\/31048\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a317.50<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/soho-place\/the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind\">The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a330: <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/soho-place\/the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/soho-place\/the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind\">The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Boy Who Harnessed the Wind is an uplifting new musical suitable for families with young kids aged six and above. It\u2019s based on the true story of William Kamkwamba, a boy in Malawi who tries to save his village by building a windmill.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Promising heart, hope and inspiration, this powerful story of resilience should really move audiences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> Till 18 Jul 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages:<\/strong> 6 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> @sohoplace, W1D<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a330<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/soho-place\/the-boy-who-harnessed-the-wind\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a330<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/new-wimbledon-theatre\/karate-kid\">The Karate Kid The Musical<\/a><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Karate Kid The Musical | UK Tour | ATG Tickets\" width=\"1200\" height=\"675\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/OkW2DKuJA9U?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Book from \u00a315: <a href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/new-wimbledon-theatre\/karate-kid\">The Karate Kid The Musical<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Karate Kid The Musical brings the beloved 1984 film to the stage. It follows Daniel LaRusso\u2019s journey as he learns balance, discipline and self-belief from Mr Miyagi.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With dynamic choreography, a familiar story and plenty of nostalgic appeal, it should be a fun, crowd-pleasing choice for families and musical theatre fans alike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Event details<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dates:<\/strong> 28 Apr &#8211; 9 May 2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Ages<\/strong>: 6 years+<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> New Wimbledon Theatre, SW19<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Prices:<\/strong> Tickets from \u00a315<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/book.loopla.com\/new-wimbledon-theatre\/karate-kid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">Book from \u00a315<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"choosing-the-right-london-west-end-musical\"><strong>Which West End musical for kids to choose<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>London&#8217;s West End is a theatre district full of magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether your child is mesmerised by the vibrant spectacle of The Lion King, or sings along to the ABBA tunes of Mamma Mia, you&#8217;re sure to have a captivating experience at a London musical!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<script async data-uid=\u201c9d4cb720a3\u201d src=\u201chttps:\/\/loopla.kit.com\/9d4cb720a3\/index.js\u201d><\/script>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s a great time to introduce your kid to the musical magic on offer in London. The West End is booming, setting a new box office record last year. Tickets are great value, with real-term prices having fallen since 2019. And most exciting of all, 2026 will welcome some exciting new shows like Broadway\u2019s massive &#8230; <a title=\"Best children&#8217;s musicals in London: Family friendly West End fun for 2026\" class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/london-musicals-for-kids\" aria-label=\"Read more about Best children&#8217;s musicals in London: Family friendly West End fun for 2026\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":4095,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[44,39],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1841","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-shows-for-kids","category-whats-on"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1841","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1841"}],"version-history":[{"count":48,"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1841\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8803,"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1841\/revisions\/8803"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/4095"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1841"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1841"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/loopla.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1841"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}