Top England Family-friendly Shows - page 4

Oh, Mary! is an uproariously dark comedy about a miserable, suffocated Mary Todd Lincoln in the weeks leading up to Abraham Lincoln’s assassination. Unrequited yearning, alcoholism, and suppressed desires abound in this 80-minute one-act play that finally examines the forgotten life and dreams of Mrs. Lincoln, through the lens of an idiot (playwright Cole Escola). Declared “one of the best comedies in years” by The New York Times, Oh, Mary! received Tony Awards for Best Leading Actor in a Play (Cole Escola) and Best Direction of a Play (Sam Pinkleton). For 8 weeks only, the inimitable Cole Escola will reprise their Tony Award winning performance as Mary Todd Lincoln, followed by Mason Alexander Park (The Sandman, Cabaret) from 26 January.

It's the Ultimate Christmas Show! Festive tunes, comedy and fun... Viva Style! Blackpool's Biggest & Best Christmas Show Night is BACK - bigger and better than ever for 2025 Looking for a festive night out that’s bursting with entertainment, laughter, and sparkle? Look no further! Join us at Viva Blackpool, the home of sensational live shows and unforgettable party vibes, right in the heart of Blackpool—next door to the iconic Blackpool Tower! It’s the Ultimate Christmas Party Night! Dancefloor hits from the 80s, 90s and NOW performed in a LIVE show by our energetic full production Viva cast of singers, dancers and special guests…

The WAW Wrestling - Viva Showdown promises a thrilling 2-hour interactive family entertainment experience in Blackpool. Celebrate 32 years of WAW with your favourite stars in an electrifying atmosphere that captivates both kids and adults alike. Enjoy a pre-show dining package for a complete day out at Blackpool’s top venue, where food and fun come together seamlessly. After the action-packed show, take part in a meet and greet with the wrestlers to create unforgettable memories. This event is a must-see for all wrestling fans and families looking for a fun day out.

Experience London’s best international stand up comedy show, at Comedy Carnival in Covent Garden. Enjoy award-winning comedians from the UK and abroad for a hilarious night out in the heart of the city. Inspired by the vibrant flavours of Peru and Italy, Monmouth Kitchen brings luxury dining to Covent Garden. Enjoy three exquisite courses from the Monmouth Kitchen set menu.

The Comedy Roast is not for the faint-hearted. Watch comedians go head-to-head, firing off savage insults and outrageous jokes in a no-holds-barred battle of wit and nerve. Nothing — and we mean nothing — is off limits. With six fearless competitors and three judges calling the shots, it’s a night packed with chaos, dark humour and devastating punchlines. If you like your comedy sharp, savage and close to the bone, this is the show for you. WARNING: This show contains highly offensive jokes and themes. Proceed with caution — and a sense of humour.

Sinatra The Musical brings the iconic life and music of Frank Sinatra to the Aldwych Theatre in London. Set against the backdrop of New Year’s Eve 1942, witness Sinatra's rise from a young crooner to a legendary figure, battling personal struggles and media scrutiny. With a talented cast led by Joel Harper-Jackson, the show features over twenty classic hits like "That's Life" and "I've Got the World on a String." This captivating musical offers a unique glimpse into the man behind the music, making it a must-see for fans and newcomers alike.

This December, we bring you two hilarious festive shows — with a different one depending on the date! The Totally Improvised Christmas Pantomime – Bored of the same pantos every year? The award-winning Totally Improvised Company brings you heroes, villains, songs and silliness in a brand-new pantomime adventure created entirely from audience suggestions. No script, no rehearsal – just festive fun for all ages! Toxic Positivity – Christmas Special – Hosted by Evan Desmarais and Kevin Finn, this high-energy improv show turns Christmas spirit up to eleven. Expect wild characters, absurd festive scenarios and audience-fuelled madness as optimism meets chaos in the funniest sleigh ride of the season.

Kinky Boots is a vibrant musical that celebrats acceptance and the unexpected journeys life takes us on. As you enjoy the uplifting tunes of this award-winning show, remember the diverse world of performance art available in London.

In a time when the world is changing forever, there is one place where everyone can be free… Welcome to the Kit Kat Club. Home to an intimate and electrifying new production of ‘CABARET’, starring Eddie Redmayne and Jessie Buckley. This is Berlin. Relax. Loosen up. Be yourself.

Join us for Tributes & Tiaras at The Benidorm Bar Liverpool — a wild, party-fuelled night of live tribute acts, karaoke, magic shows, drag performances and more. We’re bringing the spirit of Benidorm to Liverpool with back-to-back entertainment, laughs, inclusive vibes and unforgettable moments right in the heart of Stanley Street. Whether you’re here with friends or flying solo, expect nonstop fun and a unique evening out.

Pair a top-notch stand-up comedy showcase with a pre-show dinner with this evening entertainment package in London. Enjoy a 3-course meal of French-inspired bistro classics at Côte Brasserie in the early evening. Then, head to the adjacent Comedy Carnival, where you’ll watch international comedians take the stage—Jack Whitehall, Flight of the Conchords, and Michael McIntyre have previously performed.

YOU HAVE BEEN SUMMONED FOR JURY SERVICE... Step inside the magnificent surroundings of London County Hall and experience the intensity and drama of Agatha Christie’s gripping story of justice, passion and betrayal in a unique courtroom setting. Leonard Vole is accused of murdering a widow to inherit her wealth. The stakes are high - will Leonard survive the shocking witness testimony, will he be able to convince the jury and you of his innocence and escape the hangman’s noose? Don’t miss this landmark stage production on London’s Southbank. SEE YOU IN COURT

Discover the most salacious show on London’s West End—and prepare to let your hair down, and let loose—when you book tickets to “Magic Mike Live!” Secure your tickets before you travel to guarantee your admission to this popular production, and enjoy a one-of-a-kind night at the theater. Inspired by the 2012 Hollywood hit starring Channing Tatum, “Magic Mike Live!” promises dance, gymnastic performances, risque routines, and audience participation.

Inspired by Hollywood Movies and TV that have brought to life America's infamous prison stories, Alcotraz is London's first immersive theatrical cocktail bar. From the orange jumpsuits upon entrance, to the real metallic cells, Alcotraz becomes the perfect backdrop to a drink within an epic yet intimate environment. You won’t find a set menu of drinks here…after all, it is prison! The working inmates of Alcotraz will be serving unique, personalised cocktails behind bars using the liquor that visiting convicts will have smuggled in and your personal tastes. As new inmates you can expect to see your illegally smuggled liquor combined with liqueurs, bitters and homemade syrups to make bespoke, contemporary and classic cocktails perfect for your time behind bars. Be as creative as you can with your attempts to smuggle-in liquor. Alternatively, Inmate Cassidy has got the Guards on your side who have their own system for hiding contraband. Just make sure the Warden doesn’t catch you.

The Ultimate Pop Party at Viva Blackpool promises an exhilarating concert experience showcasing top tribute acts to your favorite pop stars, including Dua Lipa, Taylor Swift, and George Ezra. This family-friendly event features vibrant stage production, skilled dancers, and dazzling outfits, making it an ideal first concert for kids. With food & drinks options available to order at the venue, attendees can enjoy delicious food while immersing themselves in unforgettable live music performances. Perfect for music lovers of all ages, this event is a celebration of pop culture that should not be missed.

Magic, Mayhem and Mischief Arrive at House of Secrets Blackpool Blackpool is about to experience a night of magic with a mischievous twist as “One Magician… Two Mischief Makers!” takes to the stage at Russ Brown’s House of Secrets. Starring professional magician Mark Waddington alongside rising young performers Ryland Petty and Thea Petty, the show promises jaw-dropping illusions, quick-fire comedy and high-energy family entertainment inside one of Blackpool’s most intimate theatre settings. Blending polished magic with playful unpredictability. Set in the heart of Blackpool, Russ Brown’s House of Secrets has quickly built a reputation as the town’s home of close-up wonder — where guests don’t just watch the magic, they experience it. Perfect for families, visitors and anyone looking for something different on a night out, the show runs for a limited engagement with strictly limited seating due to the venue’s intimate theatre layout.

Avenue Q returns to London's Shaftesbury Theatre, bringing vibrant characters and catchy songs to life in this three-time Tony Award-winning musical. Follow Princeton, a recent college grad, as he navigates the ups and downs of adulthood with his quirky neighbors on New York's Avenue Q. This irreverent and hilarious show explores themes of love, work, and the challenges of life, with puppetry and humor that charm audiences. With performances tailored for diverse audiences, including captioned and audio-described options, Avenue Q is a must-see for those aged 13 and up. - Celebrate the return of this award-winning musical to the West End. - Enjoy a compelling story of life, love, and friendship through puppetry. - Attend a performance with accessibility options for all. - Experience the wit and charm that has captivated audiences for decades.

Get ready for the time of your afterlife with the supernaturally hilarious hit musical BEETLEJUICE! The spectacular Broadway sensation crosses over to the Prince Edward Theatre from May 2026 – for a limited haunting only. Based on Tim Burton’s beloved movie classic, this wildly funny - and weirdly life-affirming – musical tells the tale of Lydia Deetz, a strange and unusual teenager sharing her home with a pair of newly-deads and the demonic ghost with the most, Beetlejuice. He’s dead trouble, but if you really want to feel alive, just say his name three times…

Nominated for 8 Tony Awards, including Best Musical and Best Original Score Based on Tim Burton’s 1988 cult classic film Features a score by Eddie Perfect and book by Scott Brown and Anthony King If you love big musicals with attitude, spectacle and plenty of mischief, Beetlejuice the Musical in the West End is a must-see.

Guarantee your seat at" My Neighbour Totoro" in London and avoid the disappointment of sold-out shows by prebooking your tickets. This show attracts visitors of all ages, from fans of the 1988 film of the same name to theater buffs in search of an enchanting introduction to the world of Studio Ghibli.

James and Lou move from Chicago to London to escape their past, but they soon discover that places aren’t haunted, people are… Inspired by the iconic, terrifying film series, Paranormal Activity is a new story live on stage. Written by Levi Holloway and directed by Felix Barrett (visionary Artistic Director of Punchdrunk and international hit: Sleep No More). Based on the Paranormal Activity films, first written and directed by Oren Peli and brought to screen by Blumhouse and Solana Films. Produced in association with Paramount Pictures.

London’s The Magic Circle is the world’s best known magic society, home to top magicians for more than 120 years. Add a fresh frisson to your stay in the city when you join this spectacular journey into this heritage establishment. Enjoy close-up magic from top UK magicians, a theater show, and a tour of the museum of magic, all in a beautiful but intimate space.

★★★★★ “Slick, sexy, and spectacular…” – BrumHour ★★★★★ “Bursting with glamour and glitz” – WhatsOnLive ★★★★★ “It’s so good it’s off the scale” – Bromsgrove Standard Writer Joe DiPietro, director and choreographer Kathleen Marshall, and set designer Peter McKintosh, have won an Oliver and five Tony Awards between them.

Experience London’s best international stand up comedy show, at Comedy Carnival in Covent Garden. Enjoy award-winning comedians from the UK and abroad for a hilarious night out in the heart of the city. Inspired by the pizzerias of Italy, Pizza Express brings classic pizzas to London. Enjoy two delicious courses from the Pizza express set menu.