The Gruffalo character stands in a forest, surrounded by trees and foliage, with a textured brown fur coat.

The Gruffalo
Tickets From £13

Venue

Lyric Theatre

A mouse took a stroll through the deep dark wood…

Tall Stories’ much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand, celebrating the show’s 25th anniversary.

On a daring adventure in search of hazelnuts, Mouse meets the cunning Fox, the eccentric old Owl and the high-spirited Snake. Will the story of the terrifying Gruffalo save Mouse from ending up as dinner for these hungry woodland creatures? After all, there’s no such thing as a Gruffalo – is there?

Songs, laughs and mischievous fun for children aged 3 and up and their grown-ups, from Tall Stories, creators of imaginative storytelling theatre, where everything is possible.

Closing

08/09/2026

Running Time

1h, no interval

Genre

Children's, Family

Age & Content

3+ | Children aged 14 and below must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over and sat in seats next to each other.

Book The Gruffalo Tickets

To book access tickets:

Relaxed Performance

Relaxed

22 July 2026

10:30am

4 August 2026

2:00pm

28 August 2026

2:00pm

1 September 2026

10:30am

Sign Language Interpreted

British Sign Language

Sign Language Interpretation provided by Sign Language Interpretation provided In-House

11 August 2026

2:00pm

Audio Described Performance

Audio Described

Audio Description provided by In-House

17 August 2026

2:00pm

(Touch Tour) 1pm

Frequently asked questions

The Gruffalo is playing at Lyric Theatre in London. Your ticket selection will show available performance dates and times, and you can book securely online via Official London Theatre. For the smoothest experience, pick a performance from the calendar and book early for popular dates.
Tall Stories’ much-loved magical, musical adaptation of the classic picture book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler returns by popular demand, celebrating the show’s 25th anniversary.
The running time for The Gruffalo is 1h, no interval. Duration can occasionally vary slightly by performance, but this is the listed length for the production.
The Gruffalo is recommended for ages 3+ | Children aged 14 and below must be accompanied by an adult aged 18 or over and sat in seats next to each other.. If you’re bringing younger theatregoers, it’s worth considering themes and attention span alongside the age guidance. Some venues also have their own admission policies, so it can help to double-check requirements before you travel.
The Gruffalo opens on 17th July 2026 and is currently scheduled to run until 8th September 2026. If you’re planning a trip or booking for a specific week, check the performance calendar for dates and availability, as popular performances can sell faster closer to the run.
Tickets for The Gruffalo go on sale from 25th November 2025. If you’re looking for the widest choice of seats and dates, booking early is usually best - especially for weekends and peak travel periods. Once on sale, you can select a performance and complete your booking online.
You can buy tickets for The Gruffalo online through Official London Theatre. Choose your preferred performance in the calendar, select seats if available, and complete your purchase securely.
There isn’t a strict dress code for London theatre, so wear whatever you’ll feel comfortable and confident in. Most people go for smart casual - think jeans or trousers with a nice top, a casual dress, or a shirt and trainers. If you’re heading to an evening show, on a date, or celebrating something, you might fancy dressing up a bit more, but it’s completely optional.
Arriving at least 30 minutes before the scheduled start time helps keep things smooth and stress-free, giving you plenty of time to collect tickets, go through security, and get settled in your seat before the performance begins.
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