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: Who Let the Gods Out, Polka Theatre
A slightly frenetic, gag-stuffed Greek-myth musical that leans on slapstick and familiarity, skimming past the richer emotional depth at its core.
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Interview: Creating Incredible Creatures
Puppeteer Bori Mezล tells us about making Hopeful Monsters
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Review: Brave Bettie, Half Moon Theatre
Step aside, Anansi the Spider โ thereโs a fabulous new superhero on the block, bringing friendship, fun and exciting eco-adventure!
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The Etties: Best TYA Venue Nominations
Weโre honoring the four magical spaces that prove theatre for young audiences is as sophisticated, daring, and vital as any other.
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The Etties: Best Theatre for Young Audiences Nominations
Discover the best of Theatre for Young Audiences with the Everything Theatre Etties 2025.
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Review: Hamlet, Polka Theatre
A smart, playful and musically rich Hamlet that distils Shakespeareโs biggest questions into an hour of inventive, child-centred storytelling without ever underestimating its young audience.
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Review: Squirrel, Unicorn Theatre
A welcoming, playful immersive theatre experience where babies, toddlers and adults play together, guided by a curious (and slightly pesky) squirrel we meet along the way.
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Interview: Pedalling Puppet Power
Maia Kirkman-Richards on designing puppets for Mrs Armitage on Wheels
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Interview: Masculinity Reimagined
Director Eoin McKenzie talks about The Show for Young Men
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Interview: Packing up for a sensory, immersive family adventure with The Blanket Fort Club
George Stone checks us in to Last Unicorn Airways Pack your suitcase and get ready for Last Unicorn Airways, a family adventure for ages 4+ which offers a unique, sensory and immersive adventure. As the team from The Blanket Fort…