The Tiger Who Came to Tea UK tourUntil September 2 2012The classic tale of an unusual tea time visitor by Judith Kerr has been enjoyed for over four decades. Now children can also be thoroughly entertained by this theatrical version of The Tiger Who Came to Tea. Sophie and her mu...

A gaggle of spritely fairies, gentle lullaby music with more than a sprinkle of slapstick romance... and The St Paul's Actor's Church in Covent Garden; the perfect setting for a spirited performance of A Midsummer Night's Dream by the Iris Theatre

Children can see top West End shows for free as part of this year’s fabulous festival organised by the Society of London Theatre. During Kids Week, a child aged between five and 16 can go free when accompanied by an adult paying full price. You can

Alongside all those fabulous shows there will also be some great Kids Week activities, free to ticket-holders for that day’s performance. Here’s a flavour of what’s going on:ROOM ON THE BROOM TALK BACK, August 19Join the cast of Room On The Broom for a special Q&A session after t...

War HorseUntil February 16, 2013Nick Stafford’s adaptation of Michael Morpurgo’s War Horse at the New London Theatre follows the energetic and highly emotional adventure of Albert's beloved horse, Joey. At the outbreak of the First World War, Joey

: 0844 847 2525.AladdinDecember 10–January 8Ultimate dame Lily Savage (aka Paul O’Grady) will be appearing for one last time, taking the role of Widow Twankey. Mayflower Theatre, Southampton. Tel: 02380 711811.Aladdin December 11–January 9A 3D spectacular

role does dance play in your family’s life?
Both my children have enjoyed ballet classes, although Phoebe is now more into her swimming and her netball, and she loves the theatre. As I’m on the board of the Sydney Dance Company, we get quite a lot

for the resident peacocks and macaws –  and an adventure playground. Added extras Take part in the carnival procession, 150 free workshops, theatre and talks, and a dedicated children’s zone, or take in a movie at the Mark Kermode Film Club. Dance and music classes

to” – filled with theatre, songs, puppetry and inspired nonsense, and it’s all completely free.WOMAD (which stands for World of Music, Arts and Dance) in Malmesbury, Wiltshire, founded by Peter Gabriel, has been going since 1982 and is a celebration

 affair for older children) to be hung in the bedroom window as a reminder of magical times long after the big thaw. More leisure from Junior:Theatre shows inspired by booksTest out those twinkle toes with Darcey Bussell