[New] What’s On

SHOWS & CONCERTS

Polka Theatre The Broadway SW19 1SB. www.polkatheatre.com

Until 29 January

Grandad, Me and Teddy Too 11 February - 26 March

Join Grandad, Mia (and Teddy Too) as they share an unforgettable wintry adventure to a twinkly, snowy garden. This heartwarming show celebrates the special place grandparents have in young children’s lives. Ages 2-5.

Jack V Giant 15-19 February

Jack is a brave young girl who embarks on a giant adventure when she sells the family cow in return for magic beans. An exciting new musical enchantingly brought to life with puppetry and music. Ages 4-8.

Rise and Fall

A poetic and intriguing performance for young audiences about holding on and letting go, where balloons become an ecosystem of small floating moons and vast bouncing orbs. Ages 2+.

Puppet Theatre Barge

Blomfield Road W9 2PF www.puppetbarge.com

Until 29 January

Little Red Riding Hood

The much loved story of Red Riding Hood is injected with humour and new twists, performed using marionettes and shadow puppets. Age 5+.

Lyric Hammersmith Theatre

King Street W6 0QL www.lyric.co.uk 28 January 4 February

Woodland Tales with Granddad Olivier-nominated Hattie Naylor has teamed up with Pickled Image to craft a magical tale with an urgent environmental message.

Mischief and Mystery in Moomin Valley 11 February

Pack your imagination and take an unforgettable journey to Moominvalley where everyone is welcome, nature thrives and adventures are plentiful.

Mary Anning and the Sands of Time Join Mary Anning and her little dog Tray on a wonderful adventure of science and discovery!

14-18 February

Burglar Bill 25 February

A retelling of the picture book by Janet and Allan Ahlberg. The production captures the spirit of the book with an exciting set featuring lots of windows to climb through, and the help of puppets, music, song and dance. Ages 3+.

Tom Thumb

One night tiny Tom overhears Mum and Dad talking - there's nothing left to eat so they are going to leave him and his six brothers in the forest!

New Wimbledon Theatre The Broadway SW19 1QG www.atgtickets.com/venues/new-wimbledon-theatre 29 January Ministry of Science - Science Saved the World A science show for children, which looks at how science shapes the modern world we live in. Expect exploding balloons and a few loud bangs along the way!

Shakespeare’s Globe

New Globe Walk SE1 9DT www.shakespearesglobe.com 16 February

Much Ado About Nothing 15-17 February

Explore Shakespeare’s witty comedy in a practical and interactive workshop which explores the play through games and activities. Ages 12+.

The Winter’s Tale

Gather round for an interactive, time-travelling, country-hopping family workshop. Ages 5-12.

Until 25 February

Festive Family Tour

Hear how Christmas was observed in Shakespeare’s time and the folk traditions that people practised to welcome in winter.

Horrible Histories: Terrible Thames

From Tower Bridge Quay. www.terriblethames.com

Daily tours

This is a boat tour all about the history of the Thames with the nasty bits left in! The fantastic journey incorporates immersive theatre to surprise and shock in equal measure as it delivers its unique take on London, thrilling both children and adults alike.

Southbank Centre Southbank SE1 8XX www.southbankcentre.co.uk 29 January FUNharmonics Family Concert 11-13 February

Help untangle the Colour Monster’s messy emotions through the wonder of orchestral music with the LPO.

Peppa Pig: My First Concert 12 February

From Mozart to muddy puddles; everyone’s favourite pig family leads an introduction to live orchestra for the whole family.

Roald Dahl’s Revolting Rhymes

The animated film based on Dahl’s classic children’s book is soundtracked live by the Philharmonia.

Richmond Theatre

The Green, Richmond TW9 1QJ www.agtickets.com 21 January 12 February Sing-a-long-a Encanto

Ministry of Science - Science Saved the World Ministry of Science’s anarchic dive into how science shapes the modern world we live in, with a few loud bangs along the way!

The smash hit film musical about the Family Madrigal with lyrics on screen that everyone can’t stop singing.

Duke of York’s Theatre

St Martin’s Lane WC2N 4BG www.thedukeofyorks.com

Until 29 January

Mother Goose

Mother Goose and her husband live a wholesome life inside an abandoned Debenhams, running an Animal Sanctuary for waifs and strays. When a magical goose comes a-knocking, will fame & fortune get the better of them? A hilarious family-friendly panto starring Ian McKellen, John Bishop and Mel Giedroyc.