Our Little Lyric programme features some of the very best children's shows from family-beloved theatre companies, with new shows on Saturdays and half term residencies.
Our upcoming Little Lyric shows
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FRANKY
This Halloween, join Prof Frankenstein and her lovable creation for a monstrously fun family adventure!
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Raymond Briggs’ Father Christmas
Raymond Briggs' Father Christmas is back for another brilliant year in 2026.
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The Secret Elephant
Following the hugely popular production of The Witch Who Couldn't Sleep, The People's Theatre Company and bestselling children's author Steven Lee return with a brand-new family adventure packed with laughter, wonder and heart.
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The Railway Children
Forest of Figments reimagines this much‑loved story in a fresh, enchanting adaptation centred on their signature artistry: different mediums of puppetry that breathes new life into the story.
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Hare & Tortoise
A delightful adaptation of Aesop's fable about opposites, time and friendship for children aged 3+ and their families.
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Not Now, Bernard
Bernard’s got a problem. There’s a monster in the garden… but his mum and dad are too busy to notice. So Bernard does what any sensible child would do — he tries to befriend it. That doesn’t quite go to plan.
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Billy Goats Gruff
This is the simple story of three hungry goats and a grumpy old troll, told with a gentle ecological message. Watch out for the dance of the goats, the flying troll and loads and loads of rubbish. And don't forget to make friends with a little green frog hopping about...
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Strange Creatures: A Beegu Story
Featuring fabulous music for Violin, Viola and Cello as well as singing, drumming and lots of fun and games, Strange Creatures: A Beegu Story is a musical adventure to delight children and families alike.
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2027 season
The Princess & the Frog
Once upon a time there was a beautiful princess. She loved playing with her golden ball but one day she drops it in the pond. When a very friendly and very bouncy frog offers to retrieve it in exchange for her friendship, she is far from keen. But in the end the princess must agree to be his friend just to get her ball back. Slowly their friendship grows and the princess is rewarded in true fairytale style.
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Club Little Lyric
Join Club Little Lyric today and unlock endless entertainment at unbeatable prices!
Benefits:
- £2 off Little Lyric Studio shows, including Father Christmas
- £3 off Little Lyric Main Stage shows (Dear Zoo, The Enormous Crocodile)
£10 off Family Panto Ticket* - Access to the Club Little Lyric newsletter; exclusive content and information about the Lyric’s work with young people on and off stage
- No restoration levy