The best children’s theatre shows in London (and beyond) to book now

When everyone leaves the house, bath toys spring into action for exciting adventures in their magical flying bath! From showering muddy piglets to putting out fires for frightened baboons, they have water ready for any emergency. Julia Donaldson and David Roberts’ playful story splashes into life in Samantha Lane’s adaptation featuring catchy songs. Little Angel Theatre, London, until July 12 Age recommendation: 2-5 Running time: 45 minutes Tickets: littleangeltheatre.com Whatever the Weather From dancing in a snow storm to building an ice castle and basking in the sun, parents and their children can get closer to nature and uncover the wonders of weather in this interactive play installation. Separate play sessions for under-3s. Unicorn Theatre, London, July 3 – Aug 16; Theatre Hullabaloo, London, Sept 2- Feb 6 Age recommendation: 0-7 Running time: 40 minutes Tickets: unicorntheatre.com Home Song After a sold-out run last year, this much-admired piece, developed with Talawa theatre company, is back at the Unicorn for babies and their grown-ups. Written, directed and composed by theatre-maker Cassiopeia Berkeley-Agyepong, it follows young Adwoa and her mum on a journey from the Ghanian city of Kumasi to London, featuring puppetry, interactive soundscapes and a cappella singing. Unicorn Theatre, London, Oct 2-Nov 8 Age recommendation: 6-18 months Running time: 30 minutes (plus play time) Tickets: unicorntheatre.com Hercules