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The Tiger Who Came To Tea Tickets

Theatre Royal Haymarket, London

Opens 14th July

Join the tea-guzzling tiger this summer, in this Olivier Award-nominated family show that is now a West End favourite! Best for age 3+.

The Tiger Who Came To Tea in London

Who’s that prowling into the West End for another summer of fun? It’s Olivier Award-nominated hit show The Tiger Who Came To Tea, a fantastic story for little ones based on Judith Kerr’s picture book! This boisterous, upbeat play with music is back at Theatre Royal Haymarket near Piccadilly Circus for another year this summer and is the perfect introduction to theatre for your youngest family members.

About The Tiger Who Came To Tea Theatre Show

Sophie and her mummy are about to sit down for their tea when they suddenly hear a loud knock at the door. Who could it be? Surely not a large… stripy… hungry tiger?! They invite him in, but is there enough food for such an unexpected guest?

Packed with colourful characters and costumes, fun sing-a-longs, lots of surprises, and an engaging story that we all know and love, this stage adaptation is magical, roar-some fun for the whole family.

The Tiger Who Came To Tea on stage is a popular show in the West End each summer, bringing the beloved picture book to life with incredible skill. It is adapted by a team of fantastic children’s theatre creatives, including director David Wood OBE, whose other credits include The Witches and Meg and Mog.

The Tiger Who Came To Tea Cast

  • Daddy/Milkman/Postman/Tiger - Aaron Andrews
  • Mummy (Role Share) - Jenanne Redman
  • Mummy (Role Share) - Sarah Horton
  • Sophie – Eleanor Meredith
  • Understudy/ASM - Will Ireton
  • Understudy/Wardrobe - Laura Mugford

The Tiger Who Came To Tea Creative Team

The Tiger Who Came To Tea has been adapted from Judith Kerr’s classic book by David Wood OBE. He’s written and directed several plays and musicals for children, including The Gingerbread Man, The Witches and Babe the Sheep Pig.

The creative team includes designer Susie Caulcutt, associate director/choreographer Emma Clayton, music arranger and supervisor Peter Pontzen, magical illusions by Scott Penrose, lighting designer Tony Simpson and sound designer Shock Productions.

Don’t Miss The Tiger Who Came To Tea Theatre Tickets

Mischief and mayhem in The Tiger Who Came To Tea has been making children laugh and smile for decades, and this irresistible stage show in the West End is the perfect treat that grown-ups will adore too. Invite yourself to tea this summer - book tickets for The Tiger Who Came To Tea at the Theatre Royal Haymarket!

Performance dates:
22 Jun 2026 - 05 Sep 2026
Running time:
0 hour and 55 minutes.
Venue:
Theatre Royal Haymarket
Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4HT
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Age recommendation:
Ages 3+. Children under 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to an adult.
Audience Notes:

Babies in arms are permitted. Babies under 18 months sitting on an adult's lap do not need a ticket.

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Tiger Who Came To Tea London Reviews

4.7
219 Reviews
  • 5 Stars78%
  • 4 Stars17%
  • 3 Stars5%
  • 2 Stars0%
  • 1 Stars0%

User Reviews

Verified

The show was good for younger children. There was counting, and singing and excitement when the tiger appeared. It was the right length for the average age of children and told the story of the Tiger who came too tea well. I

Performance date: 29 July 2025

Excellent show. Although my girls were age 6 & 8 at the time, and enjoyed the show I would suggest it's more suited for toddlers upwards. But if you love Tiger that Came to Tea story then you will always love this show! Be prepared for the shop on Read more

Performance date: 12 August 2024

Really fun adaptation of the well-loved classic. The actors really put in their all and the set was well designed and close to the well known drawings in the book, as were the costumes (very important for children) so as to be recognisable. The tiger Read more

Performance date: 19 January 2020
1/73

Show Times

MatineeEvening
Monday11.00am
1.30pm
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Tuesday11.00am
1.30pm
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Wednesday11.00am
1.30pm
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Thursday--
Friday11.00am
1.30pm
-
Saturday10.30am-
Sunday11.00am
1.30pm
3.30pm
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How Long is Tiger Who Came To Tea?
Tiger Who Came To Tea running time is 0 hour and 55 minutes.
Matinee Shows
Performances start at 10.30am and finish at 11.25am or start at 11.00am and finish at 11.55am or start at 1.30pm and finish at 2.25pm or start at 3.30pm and finish at 4.25pm.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much are Tiger Who Came To Tea tickets?

Tiger Who Came To Tea tickets are priced from £12 to £38.40.

Where is Tiger Who Came To Tea playing in London?

The Tiger Who Came To Tea is playing at the Theatre Royal Haymarket, Haymarket, London, SW1Y 4HT.

What is the age recommendation for Tiger Who Came To Tea?

Tiger Who Came To Tea is ages 3+. Children under 16 must be accompanied by and sat next to an adult.

How long is The Tiger Who Came To Tea?

The running time for Tiger Who Came To Tea at Theatre Royal Haymarket is 55 minutes.

Is there an interval during The Tiger Who Came To Tea?

No, The Tiger Who Came To Tea doesn't have an interval.

Can I buy tickets for The Tiger Who Came To Tea at the box office?

Yes you can buy from the Theatre Royal Haymarket box office where you will pay the face value ticket price, sometimes with a small booking fee. Search on SeatPlan to get the best prices and deals in one search.

What is the refund / cancellation policy?

Tickets for Tiger Who Came To Tea are generally non-refundable and non-exchangeable.

SeatPlan works with multiple suppliers to find the best deal for you. Each supplier has their own refund and cancellation policy, which you can review on the payment page before you complete your purchase.

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