TYA
We’ve built up quite the reputation as being one of the biggest supporters of TYA (Theatre for Young Audiences), we reckon it’s just as important a part of the theatre ecosystem as anything else.
So if you’re looking for a show suitable for the younger ones, maybe there’s something here for you.
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Review: Return to the Forest, Sadler’s Wells
A haunting exploration of heritage, ownership and cultural memory.
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Review: Planet Omar, Unicorn Theatre
A flat and dramatically underpowered adaptation that relies too heavily on lazy humour and broad character stereotypes, never finding the imagination, theatricality or emotional depth the material deserves.
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Review: Heimer, Lyric Hammersmith
Heimer uses imaginative sea-themed visuals and heartfelt storytelling through puppets to explore the challenges of loss, connection, Alzheimer’s, family care, and memory with warmth and emotional depth.
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Review: The Rapping Princess, Polka Theatre
A rhythmic riot that will have you rapping and rhyming all the way home.
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Review: Pie-Rat Island, Half Moon Theatre
Active play combines with lively theatrical storytelling to make a fun-filled hour of adventure for the very young.
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Feature: Kid critics smash their masterclass!
Polka’s teen Grads excel in their reviewing collaboration with ET
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Review: Noughts and Crosses, Hackney Empire
Searingly relevant realities, yet to be convincingly portrayed.
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Interview: An inspiring new event for the youngest in Kent
Liz Moran and Lucy Keeley on the Playground Festival for early years audiences
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Interview: Exploring inclusion with bubble wrap and bananas
Daryl Beeton on investigating what it’s like to feel Boxed In
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Review: The Flying Bath, Little Angel Theatre
A bright and imaginative bathroom provides the set for playful adventures using bath toys, while celebrating creativity, sibling co-operation and kindness for the natural world.