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Suitable for ages 3 and above.

Run time 55min (no interval)

Includes interval

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The Tiger Who Came to Tea returns to London for summer!

This beloved children’s book is coming to life on the stage of the West End’s Theatre Royal Haymarket just in time for summer! Tickets for The Tiger Who Came to Tea are always in high demand so make sure you’ve got plenty of biscuits at the ready and book your seats now! This limited 2-month summer run is sure to sell out quickly, so round up your friends and family for tea with a tiger.

Judith Kerr’s The Tiger Who Came to Tea

One of Britain’s most beloved picture books, The Tiger Who Came to Tea has spent more than a decade thrilling families with its magical stage adaptation. Now returning to the Theatre Royal Haymarket this Olivier Award Nominated smash hit show is the perfect way to spend a day with the family over the Summer holidays. 

Sophie and her mummy are just sitting down for tea when the doorbell rings. When they answer the door they are shocked to find a big, stripy tiger who wants to join them for teatime. This adaptation of the classic children’s book will have you in awe. Packed with magic, songs that will have you singing along and, of course, a tea guzzling tiger, this tale of teatime mayhem will have the whole family grinning from ear to ear. 

The Tiger Who Came to Tea Theatre Royal Haymarket

The Tiger Who Came to Tea comes from celebrated children’s author and illustrator Judith Kerr. Her books have delighted families for half a century and have sold more than 10 million copies worldwide. In addition to her fanciful tale of a very hungry tiger, Kerr is known for her series of Mog books. 

David Wood, who was once called The National Children’s Dramatist by The Times, is responsible for the adaptation and direction of this musical play. He is also known for his stage adaptations of Roald Dahl’s work. 

Casting information about the summer holiday run of The Tiger Who Came to Tea is forthcoming. 

Hit Show The Tiger Who Came to Tea for Summer in London

The Tiger Who Came to Tea will be playing matinee performances of this beloved story. The Tiger Who Came to Tea tickets are sure to be a hit for the summer hols, so be sure to book now to get the best seats at the best prices!

Age restriction

Suitable for ages 3 and above.

Running time

55min (no interval)

Performance dates

8 July to 1 September 2024

Special notes

Babes in arms under 18 months sitting on an adult lap do not need a ticket – all other patrons must have a valid ticket.

Access

Audio Described Performance and BSL interpreted performance - 11 AM on 28 July 2024.

Venue Information

Theatre Royal Haymarket
HaymarketLondonSW1Y 4HT

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The Tiger Who Came To Tea rescheduled for summer 2021, tickets now on special offer!

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The Tiger Who Came To Tea rescheduled for summer 2021, tickets now on special offer!

The highly anticipated return of The Tiger Who Came To Tea to the Theatre Royal Haymarket in London has been postponed, it has been announced. The beloved children's production will now run next summer in 2021. Ticketholders for the 2020 run are welcome to have their tickets exchanged for one of the new dates in order to support the West End and ensure that the show will go on. Customers will be automatically contacted by their point of sale to arrange for an exchange or refund.

17 Jun, 2020 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

The Tiger Who Came to Tea tickets on sale now!

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The Tiger Who Came to Tea tickets on sale now!

The widely loved children’s book we all fondly hold in our heart is set to come to life on stage this Christmas time at London’s Theatre Royal Haymarket. Get the kettle on and get your tickets for The Tiger Who Came to Tea as this holiday run will last for just one month, which means, of course, the demand for tickets will be higher than ever! Our Early Bird offer will see availability run low even quicker than usual so act now to secure your tickets and save money whilst you’re at it!

11 Sep, 2019 | By Jade Ali

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16 Aug, 2018 | By Nicholas Ephram Ryan Daniels

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The Tiger Who Came To Tea is a lovely outing for families and is a great way to gently introduce little ones to the theatre. 

17 Jul, 2018 | By Carole Lovstrom

THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA GOES ON WORLD TOUR

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THE TIGER WHO CAME TO TEA GOES ON WORLD TOUR

The much loved classic The Tiger Who Came To Tea by Judith Kerr, which has been adapted with much success by Britain's top children's playwright, David Wood is returning to the West End at the Lyric Theatre from 4th July to 2nd September.

24 Jan, 2012 | By London Theatre Direct

ROARRRCOUS FUN AT THE VAUDEVILLE!

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ROARRRCOUS FUN AT THE VAUDEVILLE!

The Tiger Who Came To Tea comes to the West End at the Vaudeville Theatre.

28 Mar, 2011 | By London Theatre Direct

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