Plays for Children (under 12 years)
See also Plays for young people (12-18 years)
How to Spot an Alien
A play for young people (age five and up) to watch, read and perform, about one confused alien, two brave kids and a busted spaceship.
The Jungle Book (Birmingham Stage Company version)
By Rudyard Kipling Adapted by Stuart Paterson2f 6m doubling (large cast possible)Rudyard Kipling's classic jungle tales, in an acclaimed stage adaptation by Stuart Paterson.
The Jungle Book (stage version)
4-6f 3m 4-11f/m (additional non-speaking roles optional)Rudyard Kipling’s beloved tale of family, belonging and identity has been reimagined in this acclaimed adaptation by Jessica Swale, with original songs by Joe Stilgoe.
Kensuke's Kingdom (stage version)
By Michael Morpurgo Adapted by Stuart Paterson2f 4m plus 1m/f, doublingThe story of a young boy's fantastic adventure after being washed up on a Pacific island.
The Lottie Project (stage version)
By Jacqueline Wilson Adapted by Vicky Ireland4f 2m doublingAn adaptation for the stage of this modern children's classic by the best-selling author and 2005 Children's Laureate.
Merlin the Magnificent
3f 5mThe story of King Arthur, Merlin and the sword in the stone, retold by Scotland's leading writer of plays for children.
Midnight (stage version)
By Jacqueline Wilson Adapted by Vicky Ireland3f 3m doubling (large cast possible)An adaptation for the stage of this modern children's classic by the best-selling author and 2005 Children's Laureate.
Peter Pan (stage version)
Flexible casting (large mixed cast required)An enchanting adaptation of J.M. Barrie's children's classic, with songs by Vikki Stone. Premiered at Rose Theatre, Kingston.
Philip Pullman's Grimm Tales (stage version)
Adapted by Philip Wilson Original author Philip Pullmanfirst set: 4f 4m, doubling; second set 8f 8m doubling (entire script offers roles for 42f and 100m)A deliciously dark version of the Grimm Tales, from master storyteller Philip Pullman.
Pig Heart Boy (stage version)
By Malorie Blackman Adapted by Winsome Pinnock3f 3m doubling (up to 17 roles)Malorie Blackman's celebrated novel about a boy in need of a heart transplant, adapted for the stage by Winsome Pinnock. First performed in 2025 at the Unicorn Theatre, London, before touring the UK.
The Princess and the Goblin
4f 4m doublingA rich and magical play for all the family, from a master of storytelling.
Puss in Boots
4f 4m, doubling, or 6f 17mA brilliantly inventive version of the classic tale, from the 'master of children's theatre' (Scotsman).
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Amateur Productions
On Now & Coming SoonBill Bryson, Adapted by Tim WhitnallFin KennedyAmanda WhittingtonAlexandra Wood, Adapted from Kate SummerscaleAmanda WhittingtonHenrik Ibson, Adapted by Richard EyreTom WellsJeremy Sams, Original authors John Esmonde and Bob Larbey