[New] What’s On Jan/Feb 2023

SHOWS & CONCERTS continued

Theatre

Royal Catherine Street

EC2B 5JF www.frozenthemusical.co.uk

Frozen, the Musical

The stage version of the hugely successful animated Disney film features unforgettable songs from the movie, including ‘Let It Go’ and ‘Do You Wanna Build a Snowman’, as well as catchy new numbers. Expect spectacular staging, amazing special effects and beautiful costumes in a magical world. Ages 6+.

Bach to Baby

BABY & TODDLER ACTIVITIES

Various venues and dates www.bachtobaby.com Critically-acclaimed classical concerts for babies and their grownups. Outstanding musicians put on exhilarating performances where babies can ‘join in’ with as much noise as they like!

Natural History Museum

Natural History Museum SW7 5BD www.nhm.ac.uk

Bring Your Own Baby Comedy

Various venues www.byobcomedy.com

Various dates

A funny, friendly afternoon of top comedy, where baby can come too and join in with the rumpus. Shows feature a new line up of comedians each month with two acts plus a compere. Ages: grownups plus under 12 months.

Unicorn Theatre

Tooley Street SE1 2HZ www.unicorntheatre.com 20 January - 25 February 26 January - 19 February

Anansi the Spider Classic West African and Caribbean tales about the master spinner of yarns; brought vividly to life onstage. Ages 3-7.

The Trial of Josie K

When Josie K finds herself caught up in an absurd situation, she needs her best mate Becca and all her courage to find her way out. Inspired by Kafka’s The Trial, this is a story of defiance, the power of friendship and finding hope. Ages 9-13.

Royal Opera House

Bow Street WC2E 9DD www.roh.org.uk

Various dates

Family Sundays

Discover opera, ballet and the Royal Opera House with fun-packed creative activities for all the family.

Sadler’s Wells Theatre

Rosebery Avenue EC1R 4TN www.sadlerswells.com

Last Friday of each month

Family Fridays

Dance workshops for accompanied children, facilitated by a freelance lead and supporting artist and managed by the Learning & Engagement Department. Ages 2-4, all abilities.

Little Angel Theatre

Dagmar Passage N1 2DN www.littleangeltheatre.com

Until 29 January

The Pixie and the Pudding

This enchanting musical brings a tale from Scandinavian folklore to life with puppetry, original music and a sprinkling of pixie magic, perfect for Christmas. Ages 4-11.

Until 29 January

We’re Going on a Bear Hunt

Michael Rosen’s thrilling and funny adventure comes to life in this entrancing puppetry production. With original music by Barb Jungr, this production is ideal for brave hunters and bear lovers alike. Ages 3-8.

Cambridge Theatre

Earlham Street WC2H 9HU www.lwtheatres.co.uk/theatres/camb ridge

Matilda the Musical

This is the story of an extraordinary little girl who, armed with a vivid imagination and a sharp mind, dares to take a stand and change her own destiny. Don’t miss the multi-award winning musical from the Royal Shakespeare Company. Ages 6+.

Ciné Lumière

Institut Français, Queensbury Place SW7 2DT www.institut-francais.org.uk/cinelumiere

Join CinéFamilies for a mix of English and subtitled French language films and events for all ages from babies to teens.

Every other Tuesday Adventure Babies Sensory storytelling classes brought to you by award-winning Adventure Babies, filled with sensory props, magical stories, singing and messy play. Ages 0-4.

Various dates

Bring Your Own Baby A series of baby-friendly nature talks, created for inquisitive grown-ups looking for something to do with under-ones in tow.

Mini Masterpieces

Dulwich Picture Gallery SE21 7AD www.dulwichpicturegallery.org.uk Last Thursday of every month

Take your little one on a journey through the Gallery to discover people, places and animals in paintings, followed by a ‘messy play’ art-making activity. Ages under 5.

Sen Days Out

A number of major London venues offer quieter sessions for visitors with SEN including those with an Autism Spectrum Condition, where they can enjoy everything on offer, free from the hustle and bustle of the general public. Venues include the Natural History Museum, London Transport Museum, The Science Museum, Tower Bridge, the Postal Museum and British Librarycheck their websites for dates and details

National Maritime Museum SENsory Sailors Once a month on Saturdays London Transport Museum SEND Explorers 29 October English National Opera Relaxed performances on occasional dates

Museums

Fulham Palace

Bishop's Avenue SW6 6EA www.fulhampalace.org 4 February Little Green Fingers

It may be winter, but there is plenty of work for families to help out with in the garden!

Natural History Museum

Cromwell Road SW7 5BD www.nhm.ac.uk

Once a month

Dino Snores for Kids

Spend a night amongst the museum’s incredible collections, exploring world class galleries after hours and sleeping beneath Hope, the breathtaking blue whale skeleton in Hintze Hall. After setting up camp in one of the amazing galleries, there’s an evening of awesome learning activities before bedtime, and breakfast in the morning. Ages 7-11.

Science Museum

Exhibition Road SW7 2DD www.sciencemuseum.org.uk

Daily Wonderlab: The Equinor Gallery Fuel your little one’s imagination by immersing yourselves in a world of wonder in the most spectacular interactive gallery in the world.

Until 4 May Science Fiction: Voyage to the Edge of Imagination

Embark on an immersive once-in-alifetime adventure through the cosmos to explore visions of the future through the science of today.

The Postal Museum

Phoenix Place WC1X 0DA www.postalmuseum.org

Ride through hidden tunnels and discover stories of Britain’s postal heritage through incredible objects, exciting stories and fun-filled interactive displays. A Postal Play Space has sackloads of indoor play fun for under 8s.

MUSEUMS continued

Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery

Mattock Lane W5 5EQ www.pitzhanger.org.uk

Until 12 February

A Sense of Wonder

Discover a magical and playful world inhabited by Matt Dixon’s rusty robots. This audio-visual exhibition is set to a soundscape spanning 100 years of music from Judy Garland to the Beatles and Billie Eilish.

Bank of England Museum

Threadneedle Street EC2R 8AH www.bankofengland.co.uk/museum

There’s lots to discover at the Bank of England Museum. Learn about the history of banknotes and what the Bank of England does today. Pick up a real gold bar or try your hand at cracking a safe.